Recent social media posts
24/10/2026
Half term plans? 🌧️ Escape the cold and rain and join us for a cosy catch-up, delicious dishes from our new menu, and a little something to keep the little ones entertained! 🖍️🐶
Good food, warm welcomes and a cosy spot to shelter from the autumn weather. 🍂 We’ll save you a seat! ❤
24/10/2026
🎃👻 HALLOWEEN NIGHT AT THE OPTIMIST TAVERN! 👻🎃
Get spooky with us at The Optimist Tavern! 🕷️🧛♀️
📅 Saturday 31st October
📍 The Optimist Tavern
🎤 Live singer Dylan Lee
⏰ From 8:30 PM
🏆 Best dressed wins a free drink🍹
🔞 Adults only.
Come along, enjoy the live music, soak up the Halloween atmosphere and make a night of it! 🎶🍻👻
we want to see your best Halloween looks! 🧟♂️
👻 BEST DRESSED COMPETITION 👻
Think spooky, scary, silly or seriously impressive — bring your A-game! 🏆
Get your best Halloween outfit on, grab your mates and join us for a night of spooky fun, drinks and plenty of laughs. 🍻🎃
So… who’s ready to get spooky? 👻🖤
23/10/2026
🍂 Half term is calling! 🍂
School’s out, so it’s time to put the pencils down and pick up the good times! 😋
Whether you’re joining us for a family lunch, a well-earned catch-up or simply fancy escaping the kitchen for a night, we’ve got your half term sorted. 🍽️🍻
Start the half term right and enjoy some quality time together at The Optimist Tavern. ✨
Good food, good company and plenty of reasons to make the most of the break. ❤️
22/10/2026
🍻🧠 WHO’S TAKING THE CROWN? 🧠🍻
QUIZ NIGHT THURSDAY 29th! ⚡️
Grab your cleverest mates, choose your team name and get ready to put your knowledge to the ultimate test!
Expect plenty of questions, a few head-scratchers, great food, cold drinks and, of course, some serious competition. 👀🏆
Whether you’re a quiz master or a professional guesser, there’s always room for you!
📅 Every Thursday evening
🍽️ Food & drinks
🧠 Questions & challenges
🏆 Bragging rights up for grabs
Book your table online and join us! 🎉
#🎉🎉🎉
21/10/2026
🎶 LIVE MUSIC UPDATE 🎤
Chris Daley’s live music has been postponed until 28th November.
Thanks for your understanding! 🍻
21/10/2026
🍽️ So… we may have missed the memo. 👀
World Food Day was on the 16th October… and here we are, a week late. 🤦♀️
But hey — better late than never, right? 😉
And what better way to make up for it than by launching a brand-new menu at The Optimist Tavern! 🎉
We’ve got new dishes hitting the table, old favourites to come back to, and plenty for you to get stuck into. 🍴
So come down, grab a drink, try something new and let us know which dish steals the show. 👀
Because if you ask us, a new menu is definitely worth celebrating. 🍻
20/10/2026
🎃🍂 SIP & CREATE WITH BECS STUDIO CO. 🍂🎃
Get creative this Halloween season with a spooky autumn twist! 👻✨
Join us at The Optimist Tavern on October 27th for a fun-filled Halloween/Autumn Kinusaiga craft session with Becs Studio Co. 🧡
🍷 Sip, create, have a laugh and make some lovely memories along the way!
📅 October 27th
🎨 Halloween/Autumn Kinusaiga
📍 The Optimist Tavern
To book your place, contact on Instagram or Becs Studio Co on Facebook and book directly with her.
Bring your friends, get creative and make an evening of it at The Optimist Tavern! 🧡🍂🎃
16/10/2026
🌍🍴 Happy World Food Day!
Today is all about celebrating the food we love — from old favourites to pub classics that never go out of style. ❤️
So why not make a meal of it? Come down to The Optimist Tavern, settle in with your favourite dish, or try one of our classics — there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Good food, great company, and your favourite local pub. 🍻
Join us this World Food Day and tuck in!
Book Now! https://www.emberinns.co.uk/tablebooking
15/10/2026
🧠🍻 THURSDAY = QUIZ NIGHT! 🍻🧠
Think you’ve got what it takes? Get your team together, grab a drink, tuck into some great food and put your knowledge to the test! 👀
From random facts to those “I definitely knew that!” moments, it’s all about having a laugh, getting competitive and seeing who comes out on top. 🏆
📅 Every Thursday evening
🍔 Food & drinks
🧠 Quiz time
🏆 Prizes, bragging rights & plenty of fun
📲 Book your table online and join us tonight! 🎉
13/10/2026
🔮✨ PSYCHIC NIGHT AT THE OPTIMIST TAVERN ✨🔮
Join us at The Optimist Tavern on 20th October for a special evening of psychic 1-2-1 readings with Monarch Fairs. 👻✨
🔮 1-2-1 Psychic Readings
📅 20th October
🕕 6pm – late
📍 The Optimist Tavern
Whether you’re curious, looking for guidance, or simply fancy trying something different, come along and enjoy an evening of readings, drinks and good company. 🍻🔮
✨ Call: 07732940162 to book your slot ✨
11/10/2026
🎄✨ 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS AT THE OPTIMIST TAVERN! ✨🎄
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and we’re bringing you 12 days of festive fun! ❤️🎅🏽
From Christmas crafts and sing-alongs to live music, quizzes, bingo and so much more, we’ve got something for everyone this December! 🎶🎁🍻
📅 1st–30th December
🎉 Festive fun, good vibes and Christmas cheer all month long!
Gather your friends, bring the family and let’s make this Christmas one to remember! 🥂🎄
📍 The Optimist Tavern — your home for Christmas fun!
Tag your Christmas crew below 👇 and let us know which event you’re most excited for! ❤️✨
🎄
10/10/2026
🔴⚪️ SATURDAY = MATCHDAY! ⚪️🔴
The Urchins are back in action this Saturday as Hornchurch FC take on Eastleigh! ⚽️🔥
From everyone here at The Optimist Tavern, we’re behind the boys and wishing them the very best. 🙌 Bring the fight, play your game and leave it all out there! 💪
COME ON YOU URCHINS! 🔴⚪️
10/10/2026
💚 Let’s raise a glass to looking after our mental health.
This Saturday, 10th October, we’re supporting World Mental Health Day and helping shine a light on the importance of talking, listening and looking out for one another.
Whether you’re having a great day or finding things a little harder, remember — it’s okay not to be okay. A chat over a drink, a friendly face or simply knowing someone is there can make a difference.
Let’s check in with our friends, our family and ourselves. 💚
08/10/2026
🍻🧠 **THURSDAY NIGHT = TIME TO GET QUIZZICAL!** 🧠🍻
Round up your mates, grab a table and get ready for an evening of questions, laughs and a little bit of friendly rivalry! 👀
Think you’ve got the knowledge to take on the competition? There’s only one way to find out… 😉
🍔 **Good food**
🍺 **Great drinks**
🧠 **Plenty of questions**
🏆 **Bragging rights up for grabs**
**Quiz night every Thursday — book your table online and we’ll see you tonight!** 🎉
06/10/2026
🎤✨ REMINDER! LIVE MUSIC THIS SATURDAY! 🎶
Get ready for a fantastic night at The Optimist Tavern with the brilliant Layla Kennedy LIVE! 🎤
📅 Saturday 10th October
⏰ From 7:30 PM
🎵 All your favourite songs
🍻 Great music • Great atmosphere • Great night!
Bring your friends, grab a drink and join us for an evening of live entertainment! 🎶🍻
Don’t miss it — see you Saturday! 💃🕺
06/10/2026
🔴⚪️ COME ON, URCHINS! ⚪️🔴
It’s matchday! ⚽️🔥 This Tuesday, Hornchurch FC go head-to-head with Fulham FC — and we’re right behind the boys all the way!
Bring the energy, put in the shift and give it everything out there. 💪 We’ll be cheering you on from The Optimist Tavern!
COME ON YOU URCHINS! 🔴⚪️🙌
05/10/2026
Dinner plans just got better. Enjoy 40% off main meals from 5th to 9th October with your voucher in the Ember Inns My Rewards app.
https://www.emberinns.co.uk/nationalsearch/london/the-optimist-tavern-upminster #/
If you’re already signed in, simply open the app to view your offer and make sure you continue receiving our latest rewards and updates. Available for dine-in and Click & Collect. T&Cs apply.
05/10/2026
✨ SIP, CREATE & UNWIND THIS AUTUMN/WINTER ✨
Looking for something a little different to do with your friends, family, partner — or fancy some creative me time? 🎨🥂
Join Becs Studio Co. at The Optimist Tavern for a series of cosy, creative Sip & Create workshops, running from October through December! 🍂🎄
No experience needed — everything is provided, so all you need to do is turn up, get creative and enjoy yourself. ✨
Whether you're planning a girls' night, date night, Christmas catch-up, team social, or simply fancy trying something new, come along and Sip & Create with us! 🥂🎨
🍹 Food & drinks can be purchased from the bar
🎨 All materials provided
🙌 No experience necessary
✨ Just bring yourself and your creativity!
📩 WANT TO KNOW MORE OR BOOK YOUR SPACE?
Message Becs Studio Co. via social media or email [email protected] for prices, start times and availability, and to secure your place.
Spaces are limited, so get in touch early to avoid missing out! 💌
📸 Instagram:
📘 Facebook: Becs Studio Co
✨ Step out of the life. Step into creativity. ✨
04/10/2026
🐾 Happy World Animal Day! 🐾
At The Optimist Tavern, we believe good food and great company are even better when your four-legged friends are part of the fun. 🐶❤️
That’s why our canine menu is made with your pups in mind — all natural, grain & gluten free, and hypoallergenic, with a choice of:
🐰 Rabbit Chew
🐗 Boar Chew
🦬 Buffalo Chew
Just £2.75 each! 🐾
So bring your best friend along and let them join in the treat-filled celebrations. 🐾🍻
📸 We want to see your furry friends! Comment below with a photo of your four-legged bestie and show us who’s joining in the fun! ❤️🐶🐾
Good food, great company, four paws welcome at The Optimist Tavern.
03/10/2026
🎤 LIVE MUSIC AT THE OPTIMIST TAVERN! 🎶
Join us on Saturday 10th October for a fantastic evening with Layla Kennedy, live from 7:30 PM!
🎵 Singing all your favourite songs
🍻 Great music, great atmosphere, great night!
Come along, bring your friends and enjoy an evening of live entertainment at The Optimist Tavern.
📅 Saturday 10th October
⏰ From 7:30 PM
🎤 Layla Kennedy – Live
Address
Hacton Lane
Upminster
RM14 2XY
Directions to Hacton Lane in Upminster can be accessed through public transport or driving. For those using public transport, take a train to Upminster Station and then hop on the bus going towards Hacton Lane. Alternatively, take the District Line to Upminster Bridge Station and then walk along St Mary’s Lane until you get to Hacton Lane.
If driving, take the M25 and exit at junction 29 onto the A127 heading towards London/Upminster. Keep right at the fork and follow signs for A1245/Brentwood/Southend/Upminster/Hornchurch. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Hall Lane/A1245 and continue straight until you reach Hacton Lane.
Parking options include street parking along Hacton Lane or nearby residential areas. Additionally, there is a car park located near the shops on St Mary's lane which is just a few minutes walk away from Hacton lane.
**Note: This information does not mention Optimist Tavern by name as per instructions given**
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 10:30pm |
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Optimist Tavern posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Contact The Business
Send a message to Optimist Tavern:
What people say
The Optimist Tavern in Upminster is a must-visit for anyone looking for a great British pub experience. This pub and bar & grill offers an extensive menu of delicious food, real ales, and wine. What's even better is that they are dog-friendly, so you can bring your furry friend along with you.
If you're looking for a tasty brunch, then The Optimist Tavern has got you covered. Their brunch menu is available every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 12pm. You can indulge in classic breakfast options or try something new like the Brunch Burger or Grilled Belgian Waffles with crispy back bacon and maple syrup or blueberry compote, strawberries, cream, and chocolate sauce.
On Thursdays, The Optimist Tavern offers an exclusive app-only offer of two 8oz Rump Steaks for just £16.50. All steaks are cooked to perfection and served with seasoned chips, a flat mushroom, garden peas, and crispy onion rings. You can also upgrade your steak to a prime-cut 8oz Sirloin or tender 10oz Ribeye.
To top it all off, The Optimist Tavern has an impressive drinks menu that includes fizz and freshly shaken cocktails to complement your meal.
Overall, The Optimist Tavern is a fantastic place to visit if you're looking for great food and drinks in a friendly atmosphere.
