Goldsmiths Tavern, 316 New Cross Rd

Goldsmiths Tavern, 316 New Cross Rd, SE14 6AF

Minimalist wooden outfit still clearly reeling from a mid-90s refit. Dreadful beer selection is made up for by a sparklingly diverse crowd. Does live music.

Reviewed by Fred Flange, June 2008

Telephone: 020 8692 7381

Nearby pubs: The Walpole, 407 New Cross Road (290 metres), The Marquis of Granby, 322 New Cross Road (220 metres), New Cross Inn, 323 New Cross Road (70 metres)

Nearest station: New Cross Gate, Zone 2 (160 metres)