Best restaurants in Hammersmith

Pentolian means small saucepan, and as we’re often told, the best things come in small packages. This long standing family favourite is a rustic neighbourhood treat. The family behind Pentolina bake fresh focaccia twice a day; need we say more?

Shikumen takes its name from a traditional Shanghainese architectural style and there are no doubts that this successful chain is built on solid foundations. Shikumen is delicious, stylish and affordable. The talented team seamlessly blend the flavours of the East and the West.

Sometimes you just fancy a good curry. Other times you fancy incredible Indian food from a uniquely curated menu in a relaxed yet stylish setting. Hello Indian Zing. Owner and chef Manoj Vasaikar brings his sophisticated fine-dining Indian cuisine to Hammersmith.

Cue informal, modern Italian cooking. L’amorosa is the only restaurant in Hammersmith to be awarded the Bib Gournmad award by a team of Michelin inspectors for quality and value. It would be rude not to see what all the fuss is about.

Sagar spreads history and culture throughout London's competitive Indian restaurant scene. Delicious, traditional vegetarian dishes with creativity in abundance at affordable prices. The charming Sagar is a firm favourite in Hammersmith and is seeping across the capital with 3 other locations around London.

The popularity of a place usually speaks for itself and this place is always busy. The irresistible charm of this somewhat eccentric place drew us right in. You'll get a lot of bang for your buck at this traditional Polish restaurant. Great. Only way to celebrate that is vodka shots all round.

No gimmicks, no surprises. Zia Lucia (aunty Lucy) is serving up exactly what you want from a local pizzeria. Gather around the huge pizza oven for delicious, affordable and customisable pizzas. Some of the pizza's names alone are worth the visit. 

These self-proclaimed plant-based pioneers were established 1989 and with 30 years of experience, The Gate are quick to ensure everyone is welcome to their four fabulous locations around London. Large windows and high ceilings set the backdrop for unique, contemporary vegetarian and vegan cuisine at this branch.

Of course this place is top of the list. When it comes to innovative Italian cuisine undoubtedly London has a lot to offer, but with over 30 years in the game, a Michelin star and being the birthplace of many a talented chef, the River Cafe sets itself apart from the rest. Not only one of the best in Hammersmith but a must-visit for the whole of London.

This family-run Thai restaurant out does above your usual Pad Thai offering. The kitchen takes its name from a city in the heart of Isaan, and Isaan’s cuisine is notoriously spicier than your average Thai offering. Can you handle the heat served up by Aunty Bee?

The home of Indian market food comes to the Hammersmith Chiswick border. Potli gathers unique spices and regional delicacies from Mumbai’s Chowpatty beach through to Delhi’s Chandni Chowk market, shaping modern Indian cuisine.

The Crabtree really is what a great British pub is all about. A huge beer garden with wonderful views of the Thames, an acclaimed restaurant with an ever changing line up of guest ales and a seasonal, British-led menu. It's also home to the largest pub quiz in West London, so bring your thinking caps as well as elasticated trousers.

One of Hammersmith’s hidden gems, nestled away in Brackenbury village, the Andover Arms is a local’s favourite that also loves to welcome new friends - “a proper pub with proper food” plus board games and live music. Count us in.

Best by name, best by nature. With over 20 years experience the Gurgur family know exactly what they’re doing when it comes to authentic Turkish food. Inexpensive and incredibly tasty, this low-key middle eastern setting has a shisha lounge to boot. Sign us up.

Crisp has stolen the hearts of pizza lovers across the capital, and even those further afield (turns out people will travel internationally for a good slice). Serving out of a pub near Hammersmith riverside, there’s no seat reservations available here, just pre ordering for takeaway or queuing.

Situated on the quiet banks of the Thames, (yes quiet parts do exist) is a great pub where everyone is welcome. This comfortable local offers a seasonal dining menu with indulgent brunch options, roasts, full bodied wines and craft beers.

This welcoming gastro pub is the perfect setting for any season. Sit fireside on a cosy chesterfield with a roast in the winter or sun yourself with a cocktail in the summer on the (south facing) patio. 

222 showcases an exclusively vegan, vibrant menu. Choose from an extensive buffet during lunch or the wholesome a la carte evening menu. This eco-conscious spot has one aim: ‘Satisfying delicious food that's good for you.”

Provençal cooking with sustainable sourced ingredients makes Le Petit Citron a must visit. This romantic neighbourhood restaurant transports us from bustling Hammersmith to rustic Southwestern France. This local eatery really is an extension of owners Lawrence and Emily’s family table - bon appetit.

Soaked in history, The Carpenter's Arms is a real local’s local situated in an unassuming, quiet street in this lively neighbourhood of West London. Their sign proclaims “We are just as serious about good drink as we are about good food.”