Bars
The 6 Best Pubs in Chiswick
Riverside towpath boozers, an Edwardian gin palace and a grand Victorian dining pub, all within a short stroll of Chiswick High Road.
In short: our top picks are The George IV, The Old Pack Horse and The Bell & Crown. 6 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Chiswick drinks well because it runs two very different pub scenes at once. Down at Strand on the Green the Thames does the work, with a row of old towpath pubs where you carry your pint to the wall and watch the tide come in. Back up on the High Road the pull is craft and comfort, from a twelve pump Fuller’s flagship to an Edwardian pub that moonlights as a Thai kitchen. Come for the river on a bright afternoon, come inland when the weather turns.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The George IV | Chiswick High Road | ££ |
| The Old Pack Horse | Chiswick High Road | ££ |
| The Bell & Crown | Strand on the Green | ££ |
| The Bull's Head | Strand on the Green | ££ |
| The City Barge | Strand on the Green | £££ |
| The Duke of Sussex | Acton Green | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
The George IV
Why we pick itTwelve real ale pumps pour Fuller's beers brewed a ten minute walk away, and the Boston Room hosts a proper weekend comedy club.
traditional pub
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The Old Pack Horse
Why we pick itAn Edwardian Fuller's landmark by T H Nowell Parr where the old courtyard now turns out fresh Thai curries alongside cask ales.
traditional pub
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The Bell & Crown
Why we pick itA Fuller's riverside room with a conservatory over the water, where you can carry your pint onto the towpath and watch the Thames slide past Kew.
riverside pub
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The Bull's Head
Why we pick itA Grade II listed tavern on the Thames path with more than 300 years of history and a riverside terrace made for slow Sunday roasts.
historic riverside tavern
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The City Barge
Why we pick itA part 14th century riverside pub with a garden and tidal views, doing polished seasonal plates a short walk from Kew Bridge.
riverside gastropub
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The Duke of Sussex
Why we pick itA handsome 1890s Victorian backstreet boozer off the High Road, pairing modern British cooking with Spanish plates and a spacious garden.
Victorian gastropub
Before you book
The three riverside pubs sit along the towpath between Kew Bridge and Gunnersbury stations, so start at one and walk the lot. At spring tides the path floods, so check the times before you set off. Book ahead for Sunday lunch at the City Barge or the Duke of Sussex, and both gardens are dog friendly. The High Road pubs are a five minute walk from Turnham Green tube.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The George IV is our editor's choice: Twelve real ale pumps pour Fuller's beers brewed a ten minute walk away, and the Boston Room hosts a proper weekend comedy club. The George IV, The Old Pack Horse and The Bell & Crown lead the guide, with 6 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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