Latest reviews in Gunnersbury, London, United Kingdom

Cafe Rouge - Romantic place! by blackpenwriter

blackpenwriter — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:26:09 +0000

Review by blackpenwriter

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8995 6575

Website: http://www.caferouge.co.uk

WOW I love their breakfasts! Itâ¬"s an absolutely perfect place to go after spending a night with a loved one! Its romantic first thing in the morning and its still romantic last thing at night! The staff are so accommodating and friendly. They will do anything to make your experience there an enjoyable and relaxing one. The menu is really good, there is lots to choose from (like I say their breakfasts are to die for!) but they also have a huge amount of other things to eat. Prices are also good for this area of London, you really canâ¬"t go wrong with spending some time here!WOW I love their breakfasts! Itâ¬"s an absolutely perfect place to go after spending a night with a loved one! Its romantic first thing in the morning and its still romantic last thing at night! The staff are so accommodating and friendly. They will do anything to make your experience there an enjoyable and relaxing one. The menu is really good, there is lots to choose from (like I say their breakfasts are to die for!) but they also have a huge amount of other things to eat. Prices are also good for this area of London, you really canâ¬"t go wrong with spending some time here!

Le Vacherin - Delicious French Cuisine in Chiswick by sulin

sulin — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 20:01:08 +0000

Review by sulin

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8742 2121

Website: http://www.levacherin.co.uk

Tags: french, expensive, good value

Blai and I had a little occasion to treat ourselves the other weekend and of course, we took it. After a few days of scouring restaurant review websites, I settled on Le Vacherin in Chiswick - a restaurant within the budget Iâ¬"d selected, not too far from where we live, and one with terrific reviews.

Itâ¬"s pretty obvious why the first criterion existed; if you havenâ¬"t guessed already, weâ¬"re far from rich, folks. As for the second criterion, nothing ruins a lovely night out (a rare occasion for us!) faster than a terrible trip on the tube home; a quick and easy bus ride is surely preferable. As for the last, well, thatâ¬"s tied to the first - when every penny counts, you donâ¬"t want to waste it on rubbish food! While thereâ¬"s always the desire to try new restaurants, especially in London where new ones pop out one every second it seems, thereâ¬"s a high risk of having just not-that-great a dinner. Best to do my research instead and guarantee a fantastic meal.

Enough about my penny-pinching! I had booked a table for 7pm on a Sunday night and unsurprisingly, we were the first people there. The place was full by the time we left at about 10pm though.

I started with the warm salad of hand dived scallops, black pudding and Ayrshire bacon. This was a bed of dressed lettuce leaves topped with four tender scallops (four! wow!), two long streaky strips of bacon and a lump, for that is what it was, of squidgy and flavoursome black pudding. Blai had the cocotte of egg with smoked haddock in a mustard sauce. The egg came in a tiny little cocotte while the saucy haddock (ha!) came in a tumbler beside it with a long spoon. Both delicious and the haddock was actually available as a main course too.

I persuaded Blai to share the Chateaubriand for 2, with roast bone marrow, frites and green beans when he mentionned that he wanted another beef dish on the menu. He was kind enough to let me order it! We had asked for it to be cooked to medium but it came very rare (how French!) but it was very good so I canâ¬"t really complain. It came ready carved on a wooden board along with the green beans and the waitress portionned it all out between us. The green beans were so perfectly cooked with a bit of a bite and were soaked in butter and meat juices. We each also got a single mushroom and a beef bone from which to dig out the marrow. Mine had only a little in thereâ¬¦boo hoo. Skinny frites came in individual bowls with even littler bowls of bearnaise sauce alongside. Ohâ¬¦itâ¬"s been a while since I had a good steak and this really hit the spot!

Blai had the pear and almond tart, vanilla ice cream while I chose the apple beignet, vanilla ice cream, 25mL Calvados. Blai had the better dessert - his tart was more of a pear and almond pastry tart but it was good! Mine was a relatively small slice of apple in batter and deep fried, topped with ice cream. My Calvados came a little bit after my dessert and provided a bit of a digestif for the both of us!

The damage came to a reasonable Â£35 per head but that doesnâ¬"t include wine because we arenâ¬"t big drinkersâ¬¦ and we had work the following day. Not exactly a budget restaurant but worth every penny. Weâ¬"ll definitely be returning to Le Vacherin when we need another date night!

Originally posted here: http://tamarindandthyme.wordpress.com/2007/10/14/le-vacherin-in-chiswick/Blai and I had a little occasion to treat ourselves the other weekend and of course, we took it. After a few days of scouring restaurant review websites, I settled on Le Vacherin in Chiswick - a restaurant within the budget Iâ¬"d selected, not too far from where we live, and one with terrific reviews.

Itâ¬"s pretty obvious why the first criterion existed; if you havenâ¬"t guessed already, weâ¬"re far from rich, folks. As for the second criterion, nothing ruins a lovely night out (a rare occasion for us!) faster than a terrible trip on the tube home; a quick and easy bus ride is surely preferable. As for the last, well, thatâ¬"s tied to the first - when every penny counts, you donâ¬"t want to waste it on rubbish food! While thereâ¬"s always the desire to try new restaurants, especially in London where new ones pop out one every second it seems, thereâ¬"s a high risk of having just not-that-great a dinner. Best to do my research instead and guarantee a fantastic meal.

Enough about my penny-pinching! I had booked a table for 7pm on a Sunday night and unsurprisingly, we were the first people there. The place was full by the time we left at about 10pm though.

I started with the warm salad of hand dived scallops, black pudding and Ayrshire bacon. This was a bed of dressed lettuce leaves topped with four tender scallops (four! wow!), two long streaky strips of bacon and a lump, for that is what it was, of squidgy and flavoursome black pudding. Blai had the cocotte of egg with smoked haddock in a mustard sauce. The egg came in a tiny little cocotte while the saucy haddock (ha!) came in a tumbler beside it with a long spoon. Both delicious and the haddock was actually available as a main course too.

I persuaded Blai to share the Chateaubriand for 2, with roast bone marrow, frites and green beans when he mentionned that he wanted another beef dish on the menu. He was kind enough to let me order it! We had asked for it to be cooked to medium but it came very rare (how French!) but it was very good so I canâ¬"t really complain. It came ready carved on a wooden board along with the green beans and the waitress portionned it all out between us. The green beans were so perfectly cooked with a bit of a bite and were soaked in butter and meat juices. We each also got a single mushroom and a beef bone from which to dig out the marrow. Mine had only a little in thereâ¬¦boo hoo. Skinny frites came in individual bowls with even littler bowls of bearnaise sauce alongside. Ohâ¬¦itâ¬"s been a while since I had a good steak and this really hit the spot!

Blai had the pear and almond tart, vanilla ice cream while I chose the apple beignet, vanilla ice cream, 25mL Calvados. Blai had the better dessert - his tart was more of a pear and almond pastry tart but it was good! Mine was a relatively small slice of apple in batter and deep fried, topped with ice cream. My Calvados came a little bit after my dessert and provided a bit of a digestif for the both of us!

The damage came to a reasonable Â£35 per head but that doesnâ¬"t include wine because we arenâ¬"t big drinkersâ¬¦ and we had work the following day. Not exactly a budget restaurant but worth every penny. Weâ¬"ll definitely be returning to Le Vacherin when we need another date night!

Originally posted here: http://tamarindandthyme.wordpress.com/2007/10/14/le-vacherin-in-chiswick/

Sam's Brasserie - by RachelC

RachelC — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:58:54 +0000

Review by RachelC

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8987 0555

Website: http://www.samsbrasserie.co.uk

Tags: lively, expensive, brasserie

I've used this place a lot during the day. Great lunches and most importantly free wifi with no pressure to move on.

I've also been along to some of their wine tastings, which are a good night out.I've used this place a lot during the day. Great lunches and most importantly free wifi with no pressure to move on.

I've also been along to some of their wine tastings, which are a good night out.

Tootsies - Good for parties by Foodie_319

Foodie_319 — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:46:45 +0000

Review by Foodie_319

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 8747 1869

Website: http://www.tootsiesrestaurants.co.uk

Tags: american, crowded, lively

This is one of the first restaurants I ever went to in London, so I do think of it fondly and my views on it are possibly softened by nostalgia.
Tootsies is your typical American type eatery - (VERY good) burgers, grills, salads etc. And that is the main problem.

Tootsies is not distinct enough and is not head and shoulders above others in an area highly populated by some very good restaurants in either the qualty, standard or variety of food or service. It has no USP. Personally I have always found the quality of the food is very very good, but it simply isn't worth a journey to go there too often.

I would put this down to the at times patchy service - if you go at the wrong time on the wrong day the service can be next to non-existent and you run the risk of having your expereince tarnished.

I have always found the atmosphere lively and friendly, although afternoons have been known to be a little flat. It has a nice open front and has a good location on Chiswick High Road.

Prices are average (maybe even marginally too high) for what you get - a typical starter, main and dessert will set you back around Â£20-Â£25 and drinks aren't the cheapest either.This is one of the first restaurants I ever went to in London, so I do think of it fondly and my views on it are possibly softened by nostalgia.
Tootsies is your typical American type eatery - (VERY good) burgers, grills, salads etc. And that is the main problem.

Tootsies is not distinct enough and is not head and shoulders above others in an area highly populated by some very good restaurants in either the qualty, standard or variety of food or service. It has no USP. Personally I have always found the quality of the food is very very good, but it simply isn't worth a journey to go there too often.

I would put this down to the at times patchy service - if you go at the wrong time on the wrong day the service can be next to non-existent and you run the risk of having your expereince tarnished.

I have always found the atmosphere lively and friendly, although afternoons have been known to be a little flat. It has a nice open front and has a good location on Chiswick High Road.

Prices are average (maybe even marginally too high) for what you get - a typical starter, main and dessert will set you back around Â£20-Â£25 and drinks aren't the cheapest either.

Oriental Brasserie - The best Chinese restaurant in Chiswick!! by punkypickle

punkypickle — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 12:13:11 +0000

Review by punkypickle

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8747 8899

Tags: romantic, good value, chinese

The Oriental Brasserie, as an unassuming Chinese restaurant in Devonshire Road, which is heaving with other restaurants. Don't be put off by it's exterior, once you are inside, you'll be glad of your decision!

I have to say that it's only in recent years that I've actually visited the restaurant, as I had used only it's takeaway service, which I feel is one of the best. Everytime I've ordered, the staff on the other end of the phone have always been friendly and the delivery driver is so smiley, and always makes conversation with you! Also if you order takeaway, you always get complimentary prawn crackers and orange slices...not many of them do that!

The restaurant is clean and tidy, staff are very welcoming and polite, and service is swift. The one thing that makes it quite unusual is that the kitchen is open, so you can see the Chef's preparing your food...and the kitchen is always immaculate!

One dish that really stood out for me, was the crab claws. Usually they are made from reformed meat and covered in bright orange breadcrumbs...not these ones, they really are the real deal! They came with a yummy sweet and sour sauce presented impressively with a carrot, hand carved into the shape of a bird on a branch! I would die happy if I could eat them every day! Other dishes worth a mention are the Crispy Gourmet duck, the drunken fish and the Char sui pork.

The wine list is also quite extensive, and I was really surprised by the quality of the Sauvignon Blanc that I ordered!The Oriental Brasserie, as an unassuming Chinese restaurant in Devonshire Road, which is heaving with other restaurants. Don't be put off by it's exterior, once you are inside, you'll be glad of your decision!

I have to say that it's only in recent years that I've actually visited the restaurant, as I had used only it's takeaway service, which I feel is one of the best. Everytime I've ordered, the staff on the other end of the phone have always been friendly and the delivery driver is so smiley, and always makes conversation with you! Also if you order takeaway, you always get complimentary prawn crackers and orange slices...not many of them do that!

The restaurant is clean and tidy, staff are very welcoming and polite, and service is swift. The one thing that makes it quite unusual is that the kitchen is open, so you can see the Chef's preparing your food...and the kitchen is always immaculate!

One dish that really stood out for me, was the crab claws. Usually they are made from reformed meat and covered in bright orange breadcrumbs...not these ones, they really are the real deal! They came with a yummy sweet and sour sauce presented impressively with a carrot, hand carved into the shape of a bird on a branch! I would die happy if I could eat them every day! Other dishes worth a mention are the Crispy Gourmet duck, the drunken fish and the Char sui pork.

The wine list is also quite extensive, and I was really surprised by the quality of the Sauvignon Blanc that I ordered!

Zizzi - Fantastic place for a catch up! by punkypickle

punkypickle — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:50:52 +0000

Review by punkypickle

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8747 9400

Website: http://www.zizzi.co.uk

Tags: italian, lively, good value

I do love Zizzi's. I have been to the Chiswick branch several times since I've lived here. The one thing I really do like about it is it's outsite eating area. Ok, it's on the pavement, and you have to put up with other people's cigarette smoke and the noise of the buses passing by, but it almost puts you in the holiday mood, like you've been whisked away to the mediterannean!

They have a large wood fired oven, and I will say that if it's a hot day, you really won't want to site inside as it is literally roasting! But the pizzas that come out of that oven are absolutely delicious!

On a recent visit, I ordered the bread selection (one of the breads is really gorgeous!) still warm from the oven and served with oil and vinegar. I had the raveoli, which despite on first examination, looking in lack of a sauce, was really tasty and very filling...would definitely recommend it. I also ordered a very palatable glass of Sauvignon Blanc.

I would recommend booking, as some nights it does get very busy, although you probably wouldn't need to wait for too long before they found you a table if you just turned up.I do love Zizzi's. I have been to the Chiswick branch several times since I've lived here. The one thing I really do like about it is it's outsite eating area. Ok, it's on the pavement, and you have to put up with other people's cigarette smoke and the noise of the buses passing by, but it almost puts you in the holiday mood, like you've been whisked away to the mediterannean!

They have a large wood fired oven, and I will say that if it's a hot day, you really won't want to site inside as it is literally roasting! But the pizzas that come out of that oven are absolutely delicious!

On a recent visit, I ordered the bread selection (one of the breads is really gorgeous!) still warm from the oven and served with oil and vinegar. I had the raveoli, which despite on first examination, looking in lack of a sauce, was really tasty and very filling...would definitely recommend it. I also ordered a very palatable glass of Sauvignon Blanc.

I would recommend booking, as some nights it does get very busy, although you probably wouldn't need to wait for too long before they found you a table if you just turned up.

Gourmet Burger Kitchen - mmmmm burger by Barney752

Barney752 — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:53:15 +0000

Review by Barney752

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8995 4548

Website: http://www.gbkinfo.co.uk

Tags: burgers, good value, cheap

burgers have a bad name theese days, linked with obese americans and fast food. Well, not any more. Gourmet burger is not new (its been around for at least 5 years) but it has only recently begun to build up momentum and brach out. Their USP is simple. Good quality meat, good quality service, good quality locations, GOOD QUALTITY BURGERS. And on the whole they deliver. Lets start with the burgers themselves. A simple hamburger will set you back around Â£6, but do you get what you've paid for? Well, yes. The meat is juicy and thick, so much so that its hard to fit the burger in your mouth. The restaurands are clean and lively and though the staff are friendly its mostly self service, i.e you go to the counter to order. All in all you cant go wrong with a GBK burger.burgers have a bad name theese days, linked with obese americans and fast food. Well, not any more. Gourmet burger is not new (its been around for at least 5 years) but it has only recently begun to build up momentum and brach out. Their USP is simple. Good quality meat, good quality service, good quality locations, GOOD QUALTITY BURGERS. And on the whole they deliver. Lets start with the burgers themselves. A simple hamburger will set you back around Â£6, but do you get what you've paid for? Well, yes. The meat is juicy and thick, so much so that its hard to fit the burger in your mouth. The restaurands are clean and lively and though the staff are friendly its mostly self service, i.e you go to the counter to order. All in all you cant go wrong with a GBK burger.

Turnham Green Cafe - Excellent by andrewl

andrewl — Sun, 23 Sep 2007 19:39:36 +0000

Review by andrewl

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8994 3839

Tags: thai, cosy, lively

You could easily assume that this is a greasy spoon cafe, but whilst hit has shoddy dÃ©cor the food is excellent and staff friendly. Well worth it for an unpretentious and quick dinner.You could easily assume that this is a greasy spoon cafe, but whilst hit has shoddy dÃ©cor the food is excellent and staff friendly. Well worth it for an unpretentious and quick dinner.

Balans - Tara Palmer-Tomlinson meet Frank Lampard ... by nell4tune

nell4tune — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 02:48:11 +0000

Review by nell4tune

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8742 1435

Website: http://www.balans.co.uk

Tags: american, romantic, lively

This place deserves the star rating I have given it. Okay so my heading is a bit naff but that is the vision I have of this place. It is trendy, hip, fantastic ambience inside & out. Service is second to none though not cheap but not expensive either. My favourite is the selection of freshly baked bread in a basket that they serve you with olive oil mixed with a dash of balsamic vinegar. Oh simply fantastic!!! I have never tasted such lovely bread and that is while you are waiting for your meal to arrive which by the way does not take long either. The trick is to drink a rose or red wine with the bread. The waiting staff will ask you first if you would like to have it or not - so please do not turn it down - you will not know what you are missing. They serve breakfast, lunch and of course dinner. In the summer it is absolutely lovely to sit outside although you have to contemplate with watching the High Road traffic but you know what it is worth you do not even notice it. The experience is so much better than sitting on the Champs Elysee in summer - especially you are guaranteed the food is more reasonably priced, the waiting staff are 'colourful characters', genuine and welcoming. The music is rock & pop and sometimes 80's music - frankly you will not be disappointed - and I am being modest about this. I have so much to say about the ambience frankly I will not do it justice so try it. They have Balans cafes in Soho and Brompton Road as well. Although the food is a tad pricey than most cafes believe me it is well worth it. This is not a place only for business lunches, I have taken my grand-daughter (when she was only 6 months young) and daughter already 3 times in the last year. We have had family meals there with our grown up children and my son has also taken his date there only last night. Okay okay let me get to the menu - Aperitifs = well I love my Bloody Marys - and I am pretty fussy about that - but this place does it just how I like it, a touch spicey! The food is served as nouvelle cuisine but believe me not pretentious at all. The kitchen is open concept so you can see how it is prepared and no messing!!! I have been cheeky on ocassions when I ordered smoked salmon benedicts for lunch, which is actually on the breakfast menu, but they kindly accommodated me with it at 4pm. It is simply out of this world - it has now become my favourite though I would recommend you work through the rest of their menu. The food is almost perfect - come on I never give a perfect score to anything!!! Even the simple sandwich is a whole new experience at Balans. Balans is always 80% full but get there quick but you will not see any queing outside as the staff have got the system worked to a fine art.This place deserves the star rating I have given it. Okay so my heading is a bit naff but that is the vision I have of this place. It is trendy, hip, fantastic ambience inside & out. Service is second to none though not cheap but not expensive either. My favourite is the selection of freshly baked bread in a basket that they serve you with olive oil mixed with a dash of balsamic vinegar. Oh simply fantastic!!! I have never tasted such lovely bread and that is while you are waiting for your meal to arrive which by the way does not take long either. The trick is to drink a rose or red wine with the bread. The waiting staff will ask you first if you would like to have it or not - so please do not turn it down - you will not know what you are missing. They serve breakfast, lunch and of course dinner. In the summer it is absolutely lovely to sit outside although you have to contemplate with watching the High Road traffic but you know what it is worth you do not even notice it. The experience is so much better than sitting on the Champs Elysee in summer - especially you are guaranteed the food is more reasonably priced, the waiting staff are 'colourful characters', genuine and welcoming. The music is rock & pop and sometimes 80's music - frankly you will not be disappointed - and I am being modest about this. I have so much to say about the ambience frankly I will not do it justice so try it. They have Balans cafes in Soho and Brompton Road as well. Although the food is a tad pricey than most cafes believe me it is well worth it. This is not a place only for business lunches, I have taken my grand-daughter (when she was only 6 months young) and daughter already 3 times in the last year. We have had family meals there with our grown up children and my son has also taken his date there only last night. Okay okay let me get to the menu - Aperitifs = well I love my Bloody Marys - and I am pretty fussy about that - but this place does it just how I like it, a touch spicey! The food is served as nouvelle cuisine but believe me not pretentious at all. The kitchen is open concept so you can see how it is prepared and no messing!!! I have been cheeky on ocassions when I ordered smoked salmon benedicts for lunch, which is actually on the breakfast menu, but they kindly accommodated me with it at 4pm. It is simply out of this world - it has now become my favourite though I would recommend you work through the rest of their menu. The food is almost perfect - come on I never give a perfect score to anything!!! Even the simple sandwich is a whole new experience at Balans. Balans is always 80% full but get there quick but you will not see any queing outside as the staff have got the system worked to a fine art.

Foubert's - i like ice cream! by Dharminder

Dharminder — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:16:04 +0000

Review by Dharminder

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8994 5202

Tags: quick bite, good brew

Title kind of says it all, this place has ice cream that reminds you of the those Gelato's you have on holidays in Italy.

The service is also reminiscent of 'those small places in Italy that are run by older fellow's rather than the 'starbucks generation'. (In Fouberts theres an old couple there who have served me on the occasions i've been there).

Can also have coffee and other cafe style food there. On a hot day there can be queues.

Title kind of says it all, this place has ice cream that reminds you of the those Gelato's you have on holidays in Italy.

The service is also reminiscent of 'those small places in Italy that are run by older fellow's rather than the 'starbucks generation'. (In Fouberts theres an old couple there who have served me on the occasions i've been there).

Can also have coffee and other cafe style food there. On a hot day there can be queues.

The Pilot - go to pub by randomprecision

randomprecision — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 10:29:02 +0000

Review by randomprecision

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8994 0828

Tags: gastropub, beer garden, good value

Absolute fave in Chiswick, staff is super friendly, and menu changes weekly!!!Sunday roasts are great as well!!Absolute fave in Chiswick, staff is super friendly, and menu changes weekly!!!Sunday roasts are great as well!!

Old Station House - Quality Dining Pub by svendyk

svendyk — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:17:19 +0000

Review by svendyk

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8742 2555

Website: http://www.priorybars.com/

Tags: relaxed, friendly, food

Really relaxed atmosphere with fantastic food and wine, what more could you want in a local.
The recent independant makeover of what was previously a chain pub is very much welcomed by all us locals.
The venue has undergone a sympathetic makeover, lovely soft leather sofas, zinc tables and two open fires have replaced the fruit machines, discount banners and retro Victorian tat.
The quality of service,wine,food and beers are all first class and a massive improvement.
Leffe, Staropramen and London Pride (our local brew)are all well presented.
Highly recommended Really relaxed atmosphere with fantastic food and wine, what more could you want in a local.
The recent independant makeover of what was previously a chain pub is very much welcomed by all us locals.
The venue has undergone a sympathetic makeover, lovely soft leather sofas, zinc tables and two open fires have replaced the fruit machines, discount banners and retro Victorian tat.
The quality of service,wine,food and beers are all first class and a massive improvement.
Leffe, Staropramen and London Pride (our local brew)are all well presented.
Highly recommended

Caffe Nero - Lovely Atmosphere by MaryamF

MaryamF — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 11:56:46 +0000

Review by MaryamF

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8742 8495

Website: http://www.caffenero.com

Tags: cosy, takeaway, quick bite

Cafe Nero is well known for it's coffees and Paninis.... Cafe Nero in Turnham green has the view of the park which is very peaceful and as usual the coffee and Panatone is all you need to relax.... Cafe Nero is well known for it's coffees and Paninis.... Cafe Nero in Turnham green has the view of the park which is very peaceful and as usual the coffee and Panatone is all you need to relax....

The George IV - Headliners Comedy Club- Chiswick by miffy

miffy — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 18:46:49 +0000

Review by miffy

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8994 4624

Website: http://www.fullers.co.uk

Tags: food, comedy, cosy

Bigger and only slighter brighter than its Ealing counterpart, the Chiswick Headliners club is also tucked away so that you feel as if, when entering, only you will know where it is. You go through the pub at the front to enter it where it opens up into a large dimly lit room. An expensive bar selling soft and alcoholic drinks as well as pretty good bar snacks like nachos and roasted nuts. not as intimate as Ealing but still a good night out with very funny comedians gracing the stage (in the past they have had Rich Hall and Bill Bailey). Bigger and only slighter brighter than its Ealing counterpart, the Chiswick Headliners club is also tucked away so that you feel as if, when entering, only you will know where it is. You go through the pub at the front to enter it where it opens up into a large dimly lit room. An expensive bar selling soft and alcoholic drinks as well as pretty good bar snacks like nachos and roasted nuts. not as intimate as Ealing but still a good night out with very funny comedians gracing the stage (in the past they have had Rich Hall and Bill Bailey).

The Swan - Fantastic Gastropub! by jamesfrench

jamesfrench — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 14:06:47 +0000

Review by jamesfrench

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 8994 8262

Tags: gastro pub, food, real ale

This gastropub most definately serves some of the best pub food in Chiswick! The menu is monthly changing with daily specials, the background music plays softly over the hum drum of expectant voices, the staff are extremely helpful and friendly and, the ricky old furniture adds character and atmosphere to this charming pub! Their wine list is interesting and extensive with 12 by the glass, they have a good selection of lagers and always have 3 real ales on at a time.
The 'Antipastiâ¬" which comprises chicken liver crostinis, polpettini, mozzarella & roast tomato salad is a great starter to share and my grilled lamb chops with couscous and
cucumber yoghurt was absolutely spectacular.
The Swan has an emormous well looked after beer garden which I an sure brings in the crowds in droves and has definately enticed me to come back in the summer - if not before!

This gastropub most definately serves some of the best pub food in Chiswick! The menu is monthly changing with daily specials, the background music plays softly over the hum drum of expectant voices, the staff are extremely helpful and friendly and, the ricky old furniture adds character and atmosphere to this charming pub! Their wine list is interesting and extensive with 12 by the glass, they have a good selection of lagers and always have 3 real ales on at a time.
The 'Antipastiâ¬" which comprises chicken liver crostinis, polpettini, mozzarella & roast tomato salad is a great starter to share and my grilled lamb chops with couscous and
cucumber yoghurt was absolutely spectacular.
The Swan has an emormous well looked after beer garden which I an sure brings in the crowds in droves and has definately enticed me to come back in the summer - if not before!

Giraffe - Dissappointing, Twice by Francis

Francis — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:21:27 +0000

Review by Francis

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 8995 2100

Website: http://www.giraffe.net

Tags: international, family & home feel, american

Having visited this restaurant twice I was disappointed both times.
The menu is unexciting, and they often do not have things in stock which are on the menu.
They were very accomodating for my birthday party, but some guests food arrived cold and was generally over priced for the portions given.
I was on crutches at the time, the toilets are up two flights of stairs and I also had to wrestle with five or six very heavy doors to get to them, they were very dirty with water leaking over the floor and tissue on the floor aswell
There are lots of very good restaurants in Chiswick, avoid this one if possible
The only things going for it is that it is very family friendly (except for the price) and the staff are quite helpfulHaving visited this restaurant twice I was disappointed both times.
The menu is unexciting, and they often do not have things in stock which are on the menu.
They were very accomodating for my birthday party, but some guests food arrived cold and was generally over priced for the portions given.
I was on crutches at the time, the toilets are up two flights of stairs and I also had to wrestle with five or six very heavy doors to get to them, they were very dirty with water leaking over the floor and tissue on the floor aswell
There are lots of very good restaurants in Chiswick, avoid this one if possible
The only things going for it is that it is very family friendly (except for the price) and the staff are quite helpful

Bulls Head - Historic Pub by the Thames by sue

sue — Tue, 01 Jan 2008 13:24:05 +0000

Review by sue

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 8994 1204

Tags: food, real ale, pub

The Bulls Head is a great old pub located by the Thames in Chiswick. In summer you can sit outside, but we were there in winter and managed to snag a prime position by the window for a Sunday lunch with friends (make sure you get there early for the best tables).

I had the Roast of the Day, but unfortunately it was decidedly average. Perhaps you should skip the food and just go for a drink on a sunny day, nab a table by the river and watch the ducks float by.

3 stars for the great traditional pub atmosphere and location.
The Bulls Head is a great old pub located by the Thames in Chiswick. In summer you can sit outside, but we were there in winter and managed to snag a prime position by the window for a Sunday lunch with friends (make sure you get there early for the best tables).

I had the Roast of the Day, but unfortunately it was decidedly average. Perhaps you should skip the food and just go for a drink on a sunny day, nab a table by the river and watch the ducks float by.

3 stars for the great traditional pub atmosphere and location.

T Adamou & Sons - Traditional greengrocer by ceedoubleu

ceedoubleu — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 16:14:38 +0000

Review by ceedoubleu

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8994 0752

Tags: mediterranean, delicatessen

Adamou is a local institution. It's good not only for fresh vegetables and olives but also Greek and Middle Eastern ingredients. It's also really good for fresh herbs such as coriander and parsley at a fraction of supermarket prices.Adamou is a local institution. It's good not only for fresh vegetables and olives but also Greek and Middle Eastern ingredients. It's also really good for fresh herbs such as coriander and parsley at a fraction of supermarket prices.

Foubert's Wine Bar - Quite simply the best! by andie99uk

andie99uk — Sun, 28 Oct 2007 17:47:50 +0000

Review by andie99uk

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 87470210

Tags: mediterranean, delicatessen

Found this place by complete accident. we were heading out of town after seeing a show & decided to stop for food before hitting the M1.
Superb service, Wonderful food.
I will be eating here again.Found this place by complete accident. we were heading out of town after seeing a show & decided to stop for food before hitting the M1.
Superb service, Wonderful food.
I will be eating here again.

Carluccio's - Cafe look but Worth walking into by pglewis

pglewis — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 12:55:34 +0000

Review by pglewis

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 8995 8073

Website: http://www.carluccios.com

Tags: italian, good value, takeaway

When Carluccio's opened on the Chiswick Highstreet the first thing I noticed was the bright blue sign and it's cafe look and feel.. Now Chiswick has enough coffee houses so I didn't feel the need to pop in right away..

However, when my Wife and I finally made it in we were amazed at what we had missed.

An Italian eatery with emphasis on great quality and proper Italian food with pretty good service and enough specials to make choosing pretty hard.

I'd recommend sharing food and ordering items that you have not heard of before and you'll have a good choice of wines to drink with your meal.. Perfect.

Carluccios also has a take-away section where you can order all of their delicious items of home cooked food for home consumption. Worth bearing in mind for people under time constraints or who need good food for dinner parties.

A great place for couples, friends and very popular for families (especially on the weekend).. Not my first choice for a night time meal but I'd choose this place of many others for midday eating or later afternoon snacking/drinks.When Carluccio's opened on the Chiswick Highstreet the first thing I noticed was the bright blue sign and it's cafe look and feel.. Now Chiswick has enough coffee houses so I didn't feel the need to pop in right away..

However, when my Wife and I finally made it in we were amazed at what we had missed.

An Italian eatery with emphasis on great quality and proper Italian food with pretty good service and enough specials to make choosing pretty hard.

I'd recommend sharing food and ordering items that you have not heard of before and you'll have a good choice of wines to drink with your meal.. Perfect.

Carluccios also has a take-away section where you can order all of their delicious items of home cooked food for home consumption. Worth bearing in mind for people under time constraints or who need good food for dinner parties.

A great place for couples, friends and very popular for families (especially on the weekend).. Not my first choice for a night time meal but I'd choose this place of many others for midday eating or later afternoon snacking/drinks.