British, Modern Restaurants in Chiswick
1. La Trompette
British, Modern restaurant in Chiswick
3-7 Devonshire Rd - W4
This “absolute gem of a neighbourhood restaurant” sits on a side street off Chiswick’s bustling main drag, and – like its cousin Chez Bruce – has earned a London-wide reputation over the years thanks to its “fine modern British dining”, “well-drilled service with a smile” and “comprehensive list of fine wines”. There’s been some “changing of the guard in the kitchen” in the last 12 months with Greg Wellman, formerly of The Glasshouse, Kew, taking over at the stoves. But whereas some fans say “it hasn’t undermined what remains a very strong offering”, others are less certain and ratings are not what they were: “I’m still the ‘fan from E18’ who schleps across town to go here, and remain a supporter, but it seems to have lost some of that elusive lustre that previously made it so special”.
2. The Duke of Sussex
British, Modern restaurant in Chiswick
75 South Pde - W4
“Avoiding a typical pub-forgettable menu” – this Victorian tavern on a prominent corner overlooking Acton Green Common “offers a tapas selection of real quality and a lovely interior to boot”. That’s it on a good day, though – it’s not consistent and some “unexceptional” results dragged on the rating a little this year. You can eat anywhere in the pub, although the grand dining room at the rear is the most comfy location, and “the garden is very pleasant on a fine day”.
3. Rhythm & Brews
Sandwiches, cakes, etc restaurant in Chiswick
22 Walpole Gardens - W4
“Brilliant vinyl in the background” – you can choose the records, and in the evenings listen to live music while sipping drinks from the licensed bar – sets the tone at this “wonderful and very relaxed neighbourhood café” not far from Turnham Green church. The coffee is notably good, staff are “lovely” and they “serve the best breakfast – complete with edible flowers!”.
4. Vinoteca
British, Modern restaurant in Chiswick
18 Devonshire Rd - W4
“An exceptional list of wine with so many to choose by the glass that it’s always possible to try something a bit different” is the key selling point of this popular modern wine bar chain. Its culinary attractions are less reliable – the food can be “surprisingly good” but is too often “essentially average”; service can be “accommodating” or “rushed”; and the ambience can be “better if you can sit outside”. But its “excellent value” drinking and “lively” style carry the day. In particular, the “conveniently placed” King’s Cross branch has a “great location, which makes it a winner”. Top Tip – “creditable set lunch at a pretty restrained price”.
5. High Road Brasserie
British, Modern restaurant in Chiswick
162-166 Chiswick High Road - W4
For the Chiswick fast-set (if there is such a thing?), this prominently sited outpost of the Soho House empire (from the early days, before it went global) is “THE best place for brunch”, and at weekends in summer it’s all designer sunnies and expensive casualwear out on the deck. It doesn’t generate a huge volume of feedback, but was well-rated this year.
6. The Silver Birch
British, Modern restaurant in Chiswick
142 Chiswick High Road - W4
“Great to have this restaurant on our doorstep” – Kimberley Hernandez’s superior fixture is easily missed in the strip of pizza-stops and cafés on Chiswick’s main drag; but it’s well worth discovering for its “interesting, very well-prepared and presented” (and relatively healthy) cuisine. And in April 2023, they appointed Nathan Cornwell (recently of The Barn at Moor Hall) as head chef who has, if anything, further stepped up its performance. Not sure about the home-made elderflower wine though…
7. The Roebuck
British, Modern restaurant in Chiswick
122 Chiswick High Rd - W4
2022 Review: This “spacious” late-Victorian tavern on Chiswick’s main drag is thriving under “very impressive new management” who have installed a new pizza kitchen and revived the “lovely garden” with a large covered terrace. “They took over just before the first lockdown and worked their socks off to get it right – and boy, have they succeeded” with its “honest and reliable” food offer.
8. Rock & Rose
British, Modern restaurant in Chiswick
270-272 Chiswick High Road - W4
“Wonderful décor, a nice mix of cocktails and a lively buzz make this a very good local” that works equally “for a romantic meal or for celebrating a special event”. The new branch in Chiswick generates most of the feedback this year, but Lorraine Angliss (also owner of Annie’s and Little Bird) has run the Richmond original for 15 years.
9. Megan's at the Flower Market
British, Modern restaurant in Hounslow
214 Chiswick High Road - W4
“Fairy lights, greenery and charming decor create a warm and cosy atmosphere” at this still-expanding group, which is most popular as a “reliable and friendly brunch option”. Its Med-inspired tapas is typically rated somewhere between “tasty” and “nothing special” and scores overall are dragged well down by those experiencing “chaotic service” and “food that doesn’t live up to the pretty dining room”.
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