The Princess Victoria

The Princess Victoria

The Princess Victoria is a gastropub on Uxbridge Road set in the original Shepherd's Bush tram stop. Recently refurbished, with some nice decorative features, it provided pleasant surroundings for us to enjoy our meal.

A group of friends and I went on a Wednesday evening and ate in the bar. The staff were very friendly. We had a dog with us for which the barman offered to bring a bowl of water. During the meal the waiting staff were very attentive. We took a while to order but the waiter was very patient and offered suggestions for side orders.

I ordered the rib-eye steak with triple cooked chips and a side order of broccolli. The steak was cooked to perfection and the chips were delicious. The broccoli was a little salty but that's the way I like it. I ordered sticky toffee pudding with ice cream for desert which looked and tasted fantastic. On the downside the portions were a little small and it was a little pricey.

Overall it was a nice meal in pleasant surroundings and the staff were very helpful and attentive. Despite the small portions and the price I would definitely go again.

Rate: 8 out of 10
Link: The Princess Victoria

Hidden cosy pub in Hammersmith

After a period of inactivity I'm back with my reviews. Apparently recently I fell in love with English culture and English cuisine more than I would have ever expected. So have my choices, in fact I quite often prefer English gastropubs to Italian restaurants.
The Stonemasons Arms is a cosy hidden pub in Hammersmith with a nice local atmosphere, it's a typical English pub with wood floor, wood tables and low lights, there is a dining area and a drinking area. They also have a patio outside with a few tables. I had just a quiche with mushrooms and spinach, it was served in a bed of salad with caramelised onions, tomatoes,, small pieces of crunchy bread and rocket. The dish was delicious. Some people at the table had a steak with chips and it looked like something I have to try next time.

I'm sure I will go back to this place because food is really really good.
I also had a beer and I paid less than 10 pound and I think it was good money for value.
Rate: 8 out of 10
Link:  The Stonemasons Arm