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The Andover Arms
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
cozylocal-crowdtraditional
About the Vibe
The Andover Arms is your go-to neighbourhood pub in Hammersmith, a place that's been bringing people together since 1839. You'll find it's genuinely lively at the bar with generous, quality cooking that feels like home—think modern English food with a Mediterranean twist. Skip the tourist traps and come here for a proper pint and proper pub food in a setting that actually feels like it belongs to the community.
Known For
- •Sunday Menu
- •Modern English food
- •real ale
- •upcycled napkins
Best For
casual dinnersafter-work drinksSunday lunch
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 2, 2026
Your neighbourhood pub, properly done
The Andover Arms has that rare quality of feeling like it's always been part of the Hammersmith fabric. Established in 1839, this pub manages to be both traditional and contemporary—lively at the bar when you want to chat with locals, but also a proper spot for a sit-down meal. The food is genuinely good: modern English with Mediterranean influences, cooked generously and served with care. You'll find regulars here, which is always a good sign.
The atmosphere is warm and welcoming without being pretentious. They've clearly put thought into their approach, from the quality suppliers they work with to the upcycled fabric napkins. It's not fancy, but it's thoughtful. The Sunday Menu is worth seeking out if you're in the area. It's the kind of place you'll find yourself coming back to because it just feels right.