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    The Crown and Sceptre

    4.4 (24 reviews)
    ModerateGastropubs
    Open 7:30 am - 11:30 pm

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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    The sampler! A great cross section of their apps...the calamari was transcendent!!!
    Peter C.

    What an amazing spot in London! We Americans would have franchised this a long time ago...sadly. This was a wonderful combination of a local, neighborhood pub and a true Gastro pub. Great atmosphere, upscale enough but not too much. Really good food and a satisfying wine list. Worthy, very worthy! Did I mention how damn good the calamari was? Well, I am mentioning it now. The best calamari I have ever had. We started our dinner with an appetizer board; satay chicken, chicken wings, Spring rolls and fried calamari. If you've looked back over my posts, you'll see that I've had calamari. This, hands down, was the pen ultimate! Fan-freaking-tastic! I had the pad Thai entrée, good and standard. Nothing truly special here. Mama K had to 'go native' and have the fish and chips. She said they were excellent. Baby girl M went with a burger. She didn't say much but the burger went! So it was nice, real nice little rough around the edges and spots but the food was worth it. A good stop when you're in the Kensington high street area.

    David J.

    Large pub close to the Olympia exhibition centre that is popular with a number of our friends, and the joint winner of the 2007 "Pub of the Year" award from the West London branch of CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale). The interior has been opened up, giving a spacious (slightly cavernous, in fact) feel, but this is compensated for by being decorated in a series of warm orange tones, giving it a rather South American ambience. This theme is continued in the menu, which features mostly Mexican dishes and, indeed, there were plenty of hispanic (and German) customers enjoying themselves on our last visit. Food prices are very reasonable - you can eat for under a tenner. Vegetarian items available. The pub serves a rotating selection of interesting real-ales, with three on at any one time: Phoenix's Flash Flood, Butcome Bitter and Mole's Best Bitter last night, for example. They'll get through about eight different beers in any one week, so there's always something of interest, and the turn-over means the quality is reliable. Staff are friendly and serve a good pint - no need to ask for a top-up - which is hiw it should be. The only downside is that it situated on the busy Holland Road - though this is only a problem if you want to sit outside. A good venue in an area which is otherwise short of decent pubs.

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    Waked there based on reviews. Kitchen is closed today. Nothing on website about that. Frustrating waste of time.

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    Great place for a beer and grub some good pub food. Staff is way pleasant and helpful.

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    Great food and atmosphere. Came in from our of town and had some great brisket and drink. Staff is extremely friendly as well.

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    Amazing place. Walk in to meet some friends and it did not disappoint, great service and food is absolutely delicious.

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    The Harwood Arms - Harwood Arms Scotch Egg

    The Harwood Arms

    4.5(157 reviews)
    1.1 miWest Brompton
    ££££

    Apparently the only pub that has a Michelin Star in London. They recently got a star in 2026, so I…read morehad to try it! I liked that the Harwood Arms was right outside a residential area. A relief compared to the zoning laws I'm used to. The food was delicious too. I've never had food in a pub that was so good. They managed to nail all the dishes: The meat, fish, and the dessert. The high ball I ordered to wash it down was amazing too. Our waitress was extremely professional as well. Even when the restaurant started getting crowded at around 8pm. I'd say the Harwood Arms is probably one of the better Michelin Star restaurants I've had the privilege of dining at.

    Listen, every pub and its mother does a Sunday Lunch. Only a handful are any good though…read more The Harewood Arms is the standard bearer. Fact. Tucked away in a quaint Fulham side street, the Harewood Arms has long since had a reputation for culinary excellence. So much so I'm not sure you can really call it a pub any more, that would be cheating. It's also the only 'pub' to have a Michelin star. Here's why. The Sunday Lunch here is off the scale excellent. They have managed to take all the things that make a Sunday roast a Sunday roast - the ridiculous excess, the gratifying satiation, the full on madness of the spread - and add enough fitness to make something truly memorable. Opulence abounds. Peacock feathers for chandeliers, massive gilded mirrors, the smells and sounds only proper wood panelling can give you, high corniced ceilings, space in abundance, a few stuffed animals in the mix, a sweeping bar. Victorian exuberance in every corner. The welcome is warm. The table is intimate. The food is proper. A thick paper menu adorned with curly writing tells us we're not leaving good old Blighty today. Completely unnecessary starters are ordered. Venison Scotch Egg from the 'snack' section. Grilled Scallop from the starters list. The Scotched Egg is moist and meaty with a real crunch to the crust. It comes with a punchy chutney and it's a delight but, to warn you, it's not a snack. 'Hearty' would be the word except I'm sure the heart might complain at being overruled by the eyes and belly. Scallops is pretty as a picture, presented in the shell and adorned with cucumber, shish and seaweed. We had already ordered soda bread and whipped butter and already we were wondering if we should order a crane winch to get us out of the place. Two thick slabs of nutty soda bread with butter a lot lighter than the feathers surrounding us. The roast itself is presented on a large board which groans under the abundance of its contents. It's a sight. Huge Yorkshires are delved straight into and the surprise comes when you meet the beef ragu encased inside. Luxury and decadence in abundance. We ordered the Cote De Boeuf (about the only thing that deviates from the Britishness) and it comes sliced into large chunks so you get the burnished black crust and the velvet red inside. Broccoli makes a pretty bedding plant on the board. The all important roasties have the all important crust and fluff within. We picked away but not before making sure staff were happy to give us a doggy bag. Once that was confirmed we were able to relax somewhat. The idea that any of this would go to waste is enough to induce a panic attack. Given that this is a place to hunker down, the wine menu is great, offering plenty of interesting choice and something for most pockets. Prices are no more than you'd expect - which is to say, it's not cheap - a meal and an experience worth every penny. Booking months in advance is essential if you want Sunday Lunch. Wandering in after a good Sunday walk on the off chance will end in disappointment. This is not a pub. It's a celebration of the heights the great British Sunday Roast can reach.

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    The Harwood Arms - Salad with roe

    Salad with roe

    The Harwood Arms - Warm Onion Tart
 Quickes Goats Cheese, Worcestershire and Shallots

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    Warm Onion Tart Quickes Goats Cheese, Worcestershire and Shallots

    The Chelsea Pig

    The Chelsea Pig

    4.0(33 reviews)
    1.8 miChelsea
    ££

    What a cheeky little candlelit dream at The Pig's Ear in Chelsea! We enjoyed an intimate evening…read morewith my closest friends, sharing plates like we owned the place--steak that melted in the mouth, crispy lamb croquettes, and plenty more delicious bites, all washed down with rich red wine. Dessert? Let's just say we didn't hold back and it was worth every indulgent spoonful. The Camelot-inspired ambience with that soft candlelight had us feeling properly spoiled and a little bit naughty. Carlos was an absolute gem of a server--warm, fun, and on point--while Mark at the bar kept the cocktails flowing perfectly. Such a charming, tasty night. Already planning our return... with even bigger appetites Highly recommend!

    A classic and perfectly type cast English pub. Could be used as a scene for a television show or…read morea movie. Some quirky decorative elements. The deep sea diver at the entrance is unique. The 4 big and matching chandeliers in the room give an air of elegance. The food is yeoman good enough. Bambie enjoyed her fish & chips. My pork was delicious and cooked perfectly. Service folks are engaging, happy and keep the experience fun. Food & drink prices are typical Chelsea establishment high. We ate here the week of the Chelsea flower show. The featured four course menu was priced at 90 quid per person. I passed on that offer. Located on a quiet residential street. If you are driving, you may even find a parking spot (no guarantees). Is this place remarkably better than most well run pubs? IMHO, not particularly. But, I'm an old curmudgeon, it's probable that your happiness here will surpass mine.

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    The Chelsea Pig - Chicken

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    Hudsons - Choc&Orange Biscuit Fudge Dessert

    Hudsons

    3.9(11 reviews)
    2.2 miRoehampton
    £££

    While I wouldn't travel across town for Hudsons (unless to see a friend in Putney) if you're in the…read morearea it's a good neighbourhood option. We ended up in Hudson's after two other options weren't available (NB Sushi 54 only does delivery on Friday and Saturday nights) and got a table with no problem. There's actually a lot of dining space but it's broken up into rooms and so feels cosy and like a proper bistro. There's quiet music which allows for easy conversation and generally has a nice buzz. We found service generally quick and attentive. I had potato skins with cheese and bacon to start (these are in strips not a whole half). It's a generous portion so share if you're not too hungry. For my main I had mussels which I thought were excellent - again a generous portion and the very butterym salty sauce was addictive (although may be too rich for some). Dessert options looked good too but was too full by then. Overall it's an odd menu - they have basically picked favourite dishes from every cuisine (e.g. nachos, thai green curry, shepherd's pie) but seem to be doing a decent job with them. I would definitely come back if in Putney in need of a relaxed and affordable dinner.

    It's not right, but it's okay, I'm gonna eat here anyway…read more Paraphrasing the late Whitney Houston is the best way I can describe this dining experience. Maybe that's too harsh, I had a great meal here with some dear friends. The food was good, but my goodness you couldn't get a drink or the bill to save your life! Was visiting London so of course I had to go over to East Putney, the hottest spot in the metro area. Luckily I have friends there so we journeyed down to Hudson's for dinner. Not much of a beer selection. Peroni on tap was all they had for draft. The food was all good. Starters: Fried Camembert- eaten in a flash. Very good. Potato skins- different from the ones we have in the US, but very good. They chop up the potatoes rather than scooping them out and refilling them Entree: Scampi and chips- Looked good, PW liked it. Burger- Nicely prepared, BS cleaned his place Dublin Chicken- This was my meal. As soon as I saw cheese and bacon, I knew I had to put this inside my belly. It was very good. They were out of the scotch egg appetizer, which disappointed me. But like I said, the food was tasty but I finished my first beer before the entrees came and didn't get another one until I had finished eating. It literally took 35 minutes to get the check. So if you're not in a rush and you don't get very thirsty, this is a terrific place. If you like to drink with your meal and don't want to spend three hours on dinner, not so much. Note: they add a 10% service charge automatically to the bill ___________________________________ RIP Whitney http://youtu.be/6J538b-OLRU

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    Hudsons - Table condiments. Yep, the sugar is in a cut up plastic bottle- I'm unsure if this is cheap and nasty or innovative recycling.

    Table condiments. Yep, the sugar is in a cut up plastic bottle- I'm unsure if this is cheap and nasty or innovative recycling.

    Hudsons - Front of restaurant!

    Front of restaurant!

    Hudsons - Ham, spinach & cheese omelette & fries.

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    Ham, spinach & cheese omelette & fries.

    The Jam Tree - The Main Bar Area

    The Jam Tree

    3.7(19 reviews)
    1.5 miWest Brompton
    ££

    The reviews for the other branch of The Jam Tree were so enthusiastic, we decided it was definitely…read moreworth a visit - and Qype's 50% off offer didn't hurt either. We arrived at 7.30pm for an evening meal, and first impressions were very positive. The decor is very nice - a bit stark and echoey for my taste, but that's a personal pression, nothing else. The staff were friendly and attentive - and the friendliness lasted throughout our visit. Sadly, the same cannot be said of the attentiveness. Orders were taken quickly and starters weren't too slow either. But that's were the attentiveness stopped. We waited at least 25 minutes between our starters being cleared and our mains appearing. And then it took half an hour for anyone to take our order for dessert - that's 30 minutes between being given the menu and being able to catch someone's eye to order. In total, our meal took 2hours and 15 minutes. Which is far longer than I'd ever expect of a three course meal, but which could have been forgiven if the food was exceptional. It wasn't. There was nothing desperately wrong with any of it, but none of it was truly exciting. Not once it turned up, at any rate. My starter - curried crab samosas - sounded really different, but fell flat, and was a disappointing start to the evening. The filling was a little boring, and not very crabby in flavour, and the pastry casings were a bit greasy. Which would become a theme. The raita that came with the samosas was the highlight - lovely and fresh and well seasoned. I'd have eaten more of that...but not of any of the rest. My main was a tart of English asparagus, leeks and Cornish Yarg if puff pastry, topped with salad. The tart itself was tasty enough - the leeks maybe a little creamy and a little too abundant, but the asparagus and cheese making up the difference. The major issue I had with this was that the plate was drizzled with oil, and the salad drenched in dressing. And when you put oil anywhere near puff pastry, it ends up tasting and looking oily. And excessive oil is not something I'm a fan off, so that rather ruined my main. We did wait for dessert, but regretted it. Sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream and rum toffee sauce. The sauce was nice, the ice cream ok, and the sticky toffee pudding itself was both stodgy and tasteless. A disappointing end to a disappointing evening. I think the main problem with our visit is that we went for a meal, and The Jam Tree is better suited to being a wine bar or pub. As long as you're willing to be served at the bar, it seems great. The wine list is extensive, and the garden out the back looks like a lovely place to spend a few hours. So whilst my visit was disappointing, and probably won't be repeated, I wouldn't entirely write the place off.

    This was the first place my love and I had dinner upon arriving to London. I'm so glad we just…read morehappened to find this spot! The good energy was what brought us in and we were seated promptly. I personally loved the menu as it was vegan, gluten free and vegetarian friendly. Our server was just awesome (forgot his name, sorry!), he chatted with us, and gave us some recommendations. I was interested in ordering the vegan sausage and the server informed me it was a new item on the menu and we would be the first customers to try it. So I told him lets do it! The food came out fairly quick and we took the first bite, and it was absolutely scrumptious! Full of flavor - everything was just perfect. Next time I visit London, I will definitely be coming back! What a great experience!

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    Seared Tuna

    The Jam Tree - Stawberry Daquiri

    Stawberry Daquiri

    The Jam Tree

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    The Crown and Sceptre - gastropubs - Updated July 2026

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