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01/06/2026
Weather taking a turn? TFL strikes? Working from home or indeed the pub, remember we're kid free!
Whatever the excuse or reason. Here's our Monday to Friday lunch menu served between 12 noon to 5pm.
Our a la carte menu also available from 12 till close.
24/01/2026
Starters from today's Burns menu.
Venison crumpet. (hunted by our chef)
Deep-fried oysters.
Cullen Skink.
Nettle blinis, smoked salmon parfait.
Smoked duck salad.
Heritage beetroot, charcoal-whipped whisky ricotta.
Black pudding Scottish egg.
Haggis croquettes.
Food serviced 12 noon to 4pm / 5pm to 10pm Walks in available.
23/01/2026
As part of our Burns celebrations this weekend, our Scottish beers selection.
On cask - Bonnie & Blonde pale ale & Highland amber ale.
On keg - Asylum west coast IPA & Jarl a citra session blonde.
20/01/2026
We'd love you to join our Burns celebration this Saturday.
We'll be serving our Burns menu all day.
There'll be plenty for great scottish food, whiskies & cocktails. Whether it's a Balmoral chicken, haggis a Speyside or indeed a Buckfast Negroni or a Cranachan pudding.
Pop over to our website for available booking times.
https://www.thealmapub.com/bookings
03/12/2025
Introducing our new smaller, lighter, cheaper lunch menu.
Whether you're on your break, meeting friends, with a partner or on a solo lunch, we're pretty sure you'll find something tasty that fits the bill.
This menu runs along side our à la carte, week days lunch between 12 noon to 3pm.
The Alma Lunch Menu
House focaccia Ⓥ
Cod’s roe & home-made crisps (gf)
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Jerusalem artichoke soup Ⓥ
Whipped ricotta & roasted squash crostini
Deep-fried braised lasagne & Bloody Mary sauce
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Sedanini, miso, pumpkin, kale & pistachio pesto V (Ⓥ on request)
200g steak haché, gochujang peppercorn sauce & fries (gf)
Steamed British mussels, chilli & soy broth (gf)
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Fries ~ Salad ~ Mac & cheese
20/11/2025
We'd love for you to join us over the festive period. Whether it's for our festive 3 course meal, a turkey roast on a Sunday, to buy a Xmas tree or indeed just a quick drink with friends or on the way home!
This time next week our Xmas dec with be up & the mulled wine will be flowing.
Check out our website for more details or any enquiries for larger groups please email us at [email protected]
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12/06/2025
We make all our breads in-house, including these burger buns!
05/06/2025
Cured, dried, then served on the bone.
400g Middle White pork chop,roast pepper sauce & new season carrots.
08/05/2025
New on the menu
Roast hake, chip shop curry sauce, asparagus & samphire
24/04/2025
New on the menu!
Charred British asparagus, peas, broad beans & pickled walnut.
17/04/2025
Easter Sunday special. Slow cooked Lamb shank for 2. It comes with all the roast trimmings.
Best book a table - www.thealmapub.com
21/02/2025
What are your plans for the weekend!? Who knows what the weather is doing, but why not hunker down with us, either inside or out?
Booking at www.thealmapub.com
13/02/2025
Venison haunch, turnips & haggis, potato fondant, celeriac puree & venison jus
The first variation of this dish went on for Burns' night. However, with its popularity, we've adapted, added & kept it. Making it a great winter warmer for this time of year.
Address
95 Church Road
London
SE19 2TA
To get to Church Road in London by public transport, take the Overground line to Crystal Palace station. From there, walk along Anerley Hill towards Church Road for about 10 minutes until you reach the destination.
Alternatively, if you are driving and looking for parking options:
- There is paid parking available on Church Road and nearby streets.
- There is also a pay-and-display car park on nearby Westow Hill. However, spaces are limited so it may be best to arrive early or consider alternative transport options.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 12am |
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What people say
The Alma Crystal Palace is a pub and gastropub located on Church Road in London. The establishment has recently transformed into an off-license, selling a wide range of wines, spirits, craft beer cans, and bottles for takeout. The team at The Alma Crystal Palace takes pride in their work and always strives to give their best. They have received great recognition for their talents and hard work from their customers who have left positive reviews. The kitchen team, consisting of nine members, never forgets why they are cooking - for the customers. The staff and customers make the pub what it is today, and the owner is proud of them all. Despite the challenges posed by the weather this past week, many people have turned up to catch up with friends while enjoying early evening sun and espresso martinis. If you want to be part of this amazing team, send your CV to [email protected].
