Guidebook for London
Food Scene
Classic Turkish meze, charcoal-grilled kebabs and fish to eat in a no-frills space or take away.
20 locals recommend
Ottoman
193 Fulham Palace RdClassic Turkish meze, charcoal-grilled kebabs and fish to eat in a no-frills space or take away.
One of London's very best restaurants for over 25 years, The River Cafe is an institution. Set up by Ruth Rogers and Rosemary Gray, The River Cafe is about simple Italian food made with quality ingredients. Many a chef started their career here including Jamie Oliver and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Book early as this is one of London's most popular restaurants and tables can be hard to come by.
150 locals recommend
The River Café
Rainville RoadOne of London's very best restaurants for over 25 years, The River Cafe is an institution. Set up by Ruth Rogers and Rosemary Gray, The River Cafe is about simple Italian food made with quality ingredients. Many a chef started their career here including Jamie Oliver and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Book early as this is one of London's most popular restaurants and tables can be hard to come by.
A great local gastro pub in Hammersmith. Candle-lit and cosy. Epic burgers.
23 locals recommend
The Stonemasons Arms
54 Cambridge GroveA great local gastro pub in Hammersmith. Candle-lit and cosy. Epic burgers.
The Gate is one of London's top vegetarian restaurants. Hidden away behind the Apollo at Hammersmith, The Gate is one of those restaurants that you would only find if someone told you about it.
46 locals recommend
The Dove at Hammersmith
19 Upper MallThe Gate is one of London's top vegetarian restaurants. Hidden away behind the Apollo at Hammersmith, The Gate is one of those restaurants that you would only find if someone told you about it.
Drinks & Nightlife
A traditional pub with tiled fireplace and chandeliers, hosting comedy and live music upstairs.
31 locals recommend
The Distillers
64 Fulham Palace RdA traditional pub with tiled fireplace and chandeliers, hosting comedy and live music upstairs.
A new gastro pub on the river front. About 15 minutes walk from the flat along the beautiful Thames path. They have a large outdoor seating area on the river front. Lovely for an evening drink by the river.
34 locals recommend
The Blue Boat
Parr's WayA new gastro pub on the river front. About 15 minutes walk from the flat along the beautiful Thames path. They have a large outdoor seating area on the river front. Lovely for an evening drink by the river.
Large riverside pub on the Thames Path with a beer garden, restaurant and outdoor BBQ over summer. A very popular local pub.
106 locals recommend
The Crabtree
Rainville RoadLarge riverside pub on the Thames Path with a beer garden, restaurant and outdoor BBQ over summer. A very popular local pub.
A hidden speakeasy cocktail bar tucked under a launderette in Earl's Court. Take the bus from Lillie Road or hop on the tube to Earl's Court. Themed as a detective agency, you will need to come ready with a mystery to solve...
127 locals recommend
Evans and Peel Detective Agency
310c Earls Ct RdA hidden speakeasy cocktail bar tucked under a launderette in Earl's Court. Take the bus from Lillie Road or hop on the tube to Earl's Court. Themed as a detective agency, you will need to come ready with a mystery to solve...
Entertainment & Activities
Large, art deco entertainment venue with eclectic programme of rock, pop and comedy performances.
155 locals recommend
Eventim Apollo
45 Queen Caroline StLarge, art deco entertainment venue with eclectic programme of rock, pop and comedy performances.
A 10 minute bus from Hammersmith, or a 30 minute walk over Hammersmith Bridge and into Barnes, the Olympic is a beautiful independent cinema with a bar and restaurant. You can book a sofa or seats for two and take drinks from the bar in with you.
71 locals recommend
Olympic Studios
Church RoadA 10 minute bus from Hammersmith, or a 30 minute walk over Hammersmith Bridge and into Barnes, the Olympic is a beautiful independent cinema with a bar and restaurant. You can book a sofa or seats for two and take drinks from the bar in with you.
Parks & Nature
Bishop's Park
Bishop's AvenueThe original residence of the Bishop of London, Bishop's Park is set on the river as you walk down towards Putney. Free entry with beautiful large gardens and a great cafe. They also host a range of events from outdoor cinema and concerts to guided walks. Check their website for what's on.
134 locals recommend
Fulham Palace
Bishop's AvenueThe original residence of the Bishop of London, Bishop's Park is set on the river as you walk down towards Putney. Free entry with beautiful large gardens and a great cafe. They also host a range of events from outdoor cinema and concerts to guided walks. Check their website for what's on.
Essentials
Little Waitrose & Partners
201-207 Fulham Palace RdSainsbury's Local
1-3 Bryanston StBoots
31-33 Replingham RdGetting Around
Hammermsith Station
Hammermsith Station
Shopping
The original London Westfield, a huge indoor mall of shops and restaurants. A good rainy day location.
737 locals recommend
Westfield Shopping Centre
The original London Westfield, a huge indoor mall of shops and restaurants. A good rainy day location.