The Botanist

About The Botanist

Sitting directly on the edge of Kew Green, The Botanist is a well-regarded neighbourhood pub offering good food, cocktails and a genuinely convivial atmosphere throughout the week. Whether you’re stepping in after a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens, joining friends for a meal, or simply settling in for a quiet drink, the pub accommodates all occasions with ease. Families, walkers and locals alike are made welcome, and the menu runs from satisfying traditional dishes to more contemporary fare. It’s the sort of place that earns its place in the community rather than simply occupying a postcode.

Local area

Kew Green is one of the most picturesque spots in the Richmond borough — a proper village green flanked by handsome Georgian houses and sitting at the entrance to the Royal Botanic Gardens. A pub here has always made natural sense, offering somewhere to pause after a morning among the glasshouses or a walk along the river path from Richmond. The Botanist fits comfortably into this setting: it draws on the area’s unhurried, community-minded character and serves both the local regulars who live around the green and the steady flow of visitors the gardens attract year-round.

Why choose The Botanist

Few pubs in the borough enjoy a setting quite like this one. The combination of a prime position on Kew Green, generous opening hours seven days a week, and a reputation for good food and warm service makes The Botanist a practical and pleasurable choice for residents across Richmond and the surrounding area. It caters equally well to a quiet midweek lunch, a weekend gathering with family, or an evening with friends — and with a Google rating of 4.4 from nearly 1,500 visitors, that breadth of appeal is clearly well delivered.

Services

• Food and bar meals
• Cocktails and drinks service
• Family-friendly dining
• Sports viewing
• Bar games
• Casual and group dining

Ideal for: Local residents, Visitors to Kew Gardens, Families, Groups of friends, Walkers and day-trippers, Sports fans.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours at The Botanist on Kew Green?

The Botanist is open Monday and Sunday from 12 noon to 10 PM, and Tuesday through Saturday from 12 noon to 11 PM.

Is The Botanist suitable for a family meal?

Yes — the existing description notes that it’s a welcoming spot for families, with flexible seating and a warm atmosphere that suits all ages.

Does The Botanist serve food as well as drinks?

Yes, the pub is known for its food offering, which includes hearty dishes such as pies, alongside cocktails and a full bar service.

Where exactly is The Botanist located?

It’s at 3–5 Kew Green, Richmond TW9 3AA — right on the green itself, close to the main entrance of the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Can I contact The Botanist in advance to plan a visit?

Yes, you can reach them by phone on 020 8948 4838 or visit their website at thebotanistkew.co.uk for further information.