Harden's survey result
Summary
“Rustic yet accomplished” sums up the appeal of this “reliable local” on the Acton-Chiswick border – and refers to both its “stylish pub food with an Italian twist” and to its “lovely garden”. “Love the honest food, good service and great ambience” – the Art Deco green tiles and wood panelling are further distinguishing features.
Summary
Slightly “hard to find” on the Chiswick/Acton border, this “lovely” panelled pub serves “surprisingly good”, “ambitious”, yet “unfussy” food with a distinct Mediterranean accent. Service is “friendly”, and there’s an “amazing garden” for the summer months.
Summary
Slightly “hard to find” on the Chiswick/Acton border, this “lovely” panelled pub serves “surprisingly good”, “ambitious”, yet “unfussy” food with a distinct Mediterranean accent. Service is “friendly”, and there’s an “amazing garden” for the summer months.
Summary
“Everything you could want from a pub” is to be found at this “quasi-rustic”, panelled tavern, hidden away in a backstreet on the Chiswick/Acton borders: “unexpectedly sophisticated food” (“from a Mediterranean/Italian menu that delivers the classics as well as seasonal-inspired dishes”), “seamless, jolly yet gentle service”, “terrific beer, wine and gin… and you get hydrangeas in the kid-friendly garden!”
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"Very much enjoyed our early dinner starting with well seasoned pork & chicken terrine folowed by robust duck confit with roasted pear and fennel accompaniment and gratin dauphinoise. Atmosheric and well-grounded gastropub."
Prices
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Wine per bottle | £23.50 |
Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
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Bread | £0.00 |
Service | 12.50% |
1 Evershed Walk,119 Acton Ln, London, W4 5HH
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Opening hours
Monday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
Tuesday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
Wednesday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
Thursday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
Friday | 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
Saturday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
Sunday | 12 pm‑9:30 pm |
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