The Actress is a neighbourhood pub on Crystal Palace Road in East Dulwich, just off Lordship Lane. Its easygoing interior and large beer garden create a sociable meeting place for local residents, families, visitors and dogs throughout the week.
Handmade stone baked pizzas are a defining part of the food offering, sitting alongside traditional pub classics and a changing seasonal menu. Wings and other sharable dishes work well with drinks, while fuller plates make the pub a practical choice for lunch or dinner.
Sunday roasts provide a distinct weekend focus, and the kitchen also caters for children and a range of dietary needs. Regular food service from midday means guests can plan a meal around the pub’s events without relying only on snacks.
Live sport is shown on Sky Sports and TNT Sports, bringing a livelier character to match days. At other times, the heated garden and friendly room offer a more relaxed setting for a pint, a pizza or a gathering with friends.
Address: 90 Crystal Palace Road, East Dulwich, London SE22 9EY, England
The Actress Menu
While You Wait
Sausage roll, HP sauce
Scotch egg, mustard mayonnaise
Starters/Small Plates
Baked camembert, roast garlic, rosemary, hot honey, warm sourdough
Vegetarian
Lobster and crab croquettes, bisque mayo, pink grapefruit, shaved fennel
Heritage tomatoes, pickled Crematta, charred artichokes, peppers
Vegan, Vegetarian, 552 kcal
Cheddar cheese Royale, spring onion fritters, pickled pineapple, black bean and chilli crunch
Vegetarian, 494 kcal
Hummus, charred Padróns, sriracha sauce, giant corn, fried pizza bread
Vegan, Vegetarian
Buttermilk fried chicken, Korean BBQ sauce
Somerset charcuterie, apple Borettane onions, marinated mini figs
Whipped smoked cod roe, dill pickle, fried pizza bread
Lunch
Open heritage tomato sandwich, avocado, pickled peppers, Ve-Du-Ya Crematta
Vegan, Vegetarian, 424 kcal
Sirloin steak ciabatta, salsa verde, rocket, caramelised mustard onions
895 kcal
Chicken club sandwich, triple smoked bacon
Crispy haddock sandwich, tartare sauce, black bean and chilli crunch
788 kcal
Greek-style salad, Gordal olives, crispy onions, whipped ezme feta, smashed cucumbers, roasted peppers
355 kcal
Mains/Big Plates
Chicken and Parma ham schnitzel, Kaltbach cheese, loaded wedge salad, fries
Scotch flat iron steak, watercress, garlic butter, fries
Dry – aged double cheeseburger, American cheese, signature sauce, fries
Fish and chips, mushy peas, curry sauce, tartare sauce
Symplicity plant-based cheeseburger, smokey pickles, signature sauce, fries
Vegan, Vegetarian
Sides
Chunky chips
Vegan, Vegetarian
Fries
Vegan, Vegetarian
Warm new potato salad, smashed cucumbers, sun-dried tomatoes, asparagus
Vegan, Vegetarian, 444 kcal
Roasted squash and chickpea salad, charred onions, Superstraccia, Puy lentil dressing
Desserts
Sticky toffee pudding, butterscotch, maple pecans, clotted cream ice cream
Vegetarian
Apple and blueberry crumble, almond and coconut, custard
Vegan, Vegetarian, 564 kcal
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