Best restaurants in Chiswick

This uber-stylish brasserie is flecked with art deco details and an effortless sense of cool. There’s a terrace out front which is often packed at the weekend with brunch-happy punters, while its regular a la carte menu centres around European classics and a honed wine selection.

Starting life as a welcoming coffee and lunch spot, Sam’s Kitchen has now graduated to offer a fine dining menu as well - ‘Dinner at SK’ - a three-course set menu of refined seasonal dishes created by head chef Abbie Hendren. It changes regularly, but expect the likes of venison with pomme anna and damson, and a chocolate and passion fruit delice.

Vinoteca’s winning formula matches the oenophile virtues of a top-notch wine emporium with a penchant for smart brasserie cooking. Wine flights and by-the-glass selections are unmissable, and the full list of around 250 bins is stuffed with helpfully annotated bottles from every corner of the winemaking globe.

Character aplenty suffuses this sizeable old pub, constructed on a corner site towards the end of the 19th century, with a lively bar, cosy dining room and a leafy beer garden. The modern menu takes inspiration from Spanish cuisine, alongside an ever-changing ale list and great wine selection.

Little Bird is one of two cocktail bars across London (the other is in Battersea) where Mediterranean food and memorable cocktails are served with genuine warmth and hospitality. Graze on elegantly presented small plates in the charming sun-trap patio garden.

A family-run Thai restaurant up the Hammersmith end of Chiswick High Road, Tor Thai delivers reasonably priced dishes packed with flavour and spice. There’s an extensive vegan menu if you’re that way inclined, while popular choices include drunken noodles, duck pad Thai and Pa Thong Ko (Thai donuts) with condensed milk.

A gorgeous riverside pub dating back to the 18th century, The Bulls Head scores top points for its stellar location. Grab a pint in the sun here during the summer, or pop in to try one of its famous Sunday roasts served with all the trimmings.

Le Vacherin is a traditional French bistro and the epitome of a local hero. Tucked away behind Acton Green Common, this old-school dining room is decorated with white tablecloths, burgundy banquets and wooden floors, while authentic French cooking comes in the form of beef with foie gras and Madeira jus, and venison with buttered snails and cep puree.

Neapolitan pizza specialists Napoli on the Road offer unique seasonal spins on classic dishes with a menu that changes every three months. They’re not afraid to have fun and experiment here, with creations like the ‘Cheesewick’ topped with ricotta, stracciatella, parmesan chips and stilton.

Chiswick's only Michelin-starred restaurant, La Trompette serves slick modern French food in a smart but relaxed dining room. Alongside the la carte menu, there’s a good value set lunch offering, and dishes are simple but always delicious. Full marks for the spectacular 600-bin wine list too.

Part of the independent bar group Darwin & Wallace, this open, naturally lit bar and dining room specialises in relaxed all-day eating. Its Mediterranean menus centre around seasonal produce, while at weekends the team pivots towards trendy brunches, cool cocktails and slap-up Sunday roasts.

Megan’s never fails to attract peppy brunch crowds and cool young things looking to enjoy its famous ‘posh kebabs’ washed down with a cocktail or two. Dogs are welcome, and there’s a menu for everyone here, from kids to vegan and gluten-free options. Bottomless brunch is always popular too – as are its foliage-clad interiors.

From the JKS Restaurant group, The Hound is a modern-day coaching inn set inside a Victorian police station. The kitchen is headed up by executive chef John Sparks and culinary director James Knappett who’ve coined a menu of pub favourites with a twist. The black pudding Scotch egg with Oxford sauce and Highland Wagyu hot dog are both strong bets.

The Silver Birch is a West London haven for seafood lovers, with chef Nathan Cornwell bringing a world of experience from iconic restaurants like The Barn at Moor Hall. Choose between a la carte or a tasting menu with optional wine pairing for the full experience.

Villa di Geggiano describes its food as exquisitely (although not exclusively) Tuscan, allowing the team to flex their creative muscles with a menu of authentic Italian dishes. High quality produce is imported from Italy, and as much as possible is made onsite, from fresh pasta to ice cream. 

Sitting pretty, just a stroll from the Thames, Annie’s is a beloved neighbourhood restaurant that's been serving locals for over 20 years. The a la carte menu serves comforting European favourites, from pork Milanese to Shepherd's pie, while at weekends people flock here for brunch and a Sunday roast.