This is a well laid out pub with big comfortable tables for eating out. We shared a starter board which was fine but not mind blowing and I liked my main course of sea bass although honestly I don't eat enough fish to tell if it was top quality. Service was swift, unobtrusive and pleasant. The thing that annoyed me about this place was the music. All you could hear was this really annoying booming bass line. It was grating and also totally unnecessary because there was already a great atmosphere in the place that didn't need any augmentation. read more

The Roebuck - A good example of a gastro pub. Wooden floors and comfy seating, good food that the owners care about passionately and an area outside for the good weather although this could do with a bit of a tidy up. This is part of a small chain of gastro pubs and the last one to open, consequently the owners have a tried and tested formula for setting up a successful pub. Menu's are changing daily and they offer a typical pub food along with a selection of more upmarket offerings. It has a pub an area at the front which is typical pub where you can enjoy the bar food and then a more upmarket area at the back which is more "select" and like a restaurant offering more adventurous food. Being on the High Road it has a good vibe and is one of the places to be on the week-end. Give it a go - it is a nice place to be and one of Chiswick's better pubs read more

The Roebuck - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Not for nothing, it was 2007 runner up for best gastro pub of the year by Time Out. A very airy feel throughout, wooden dominates as a decorating material and don't judge the roe's horns, they form part of the mood. Three very distinct section form the entire pub. The front bar, the dining area and the walled garden at the back- a real sun trap! In case you get lost the areas are all clearly labelled on the entering arch of each section. Service is friendly and prompt, they have always made suggestions as to what to try and they are almost always right. For instance, the fish stew with steamed mussels, clams, fennel, new potatoes & saffron rouille (£12.50) and the dark chocolate pudding with raspberry sorbet (£5) is simply divine. If the credit crunch is crunching your purse then try their £5 lunch, not as extensive as their a la carte menu, but still worth a try. read more

The Roebuck - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

Great pub on Cheswick High Street. Lively, good food, good beer choices. I had a steak which was good. Service is a little sketchy, but it's busy place and we weren't in a rush so it was okay. Prices were fair, which tends toward a good value. Will definitely return next time I'm in Cheswick read more

We went to the Roebuck for Sunday roast on recommendation from our Air BnB host and it did not disappoint! My husband had the beef roast and I had the chicken! The cocktails were amazing and the atmosphere was so cozy. Highly recommended! read more

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I've been coming here for a few years now and have always had a good experience. The food is usually pretty good (a chef friend I took here once commented that the salsify was overcooked so who was I to argue), freshly prepared with care. I went in on Monday night for a drink and got some food (rocket salad with broad beans and feta and then their chicken pie with mash). You're not going to get anything super innovative but it you are looking for an honest meal, this is the place! read more

Excellent pub. Really great vibe and open space. The clientèle is a mix but nods to the young professionals and if you're familiar with the heritage of the site, you'll find it's a welcoming group indeed. If I had any reasons to go back to Chiswick, I'd certainly make this my pub of choice. Little loud if it gets busy, but that's probably my only complaint. read more

Nice pub this. Big garden out back. lots of chiswick yummy mummies. And some very very good food. Problem is, you pay for it. I had a cod dish with cockles and a nice sauce. It was delicious. Well cooked. Lovely fresh fish etc etc. But the dish was approaching £20. I could have gone to La Trompette and paid similar prices. I'm not sure it's a pub's place to be serving food that expert and that expensive. Its just not right! It's a pub innit. Pubs are for drinking, lest we forget. There are some brilliant places within the mile that strike the balance just right. Good food at something approaching reasonable prices. Or if they are a bit expensive the environment is just a bit nicer. So whilst I cant fault the food or the service, It's just a bit confused for me. Eating a cod dish like that on a wobbly table outside with a load of nippers running around. Dunno. Lovely and all that, but there's something wrong. So says this old stick in the mud Londoner anyway. read more

Roebuck in Chiswick High Road is a part of a small but growing gastropub chain that includes The Queen in Crouch End,Lots Road in Chelsea. The Roebuck is bright,friendly and a worthwhile addition to the other-wise pub,cafe restaurant heavy Chiswick High Road. Its actually huge stretching back from the front bar to a big well lit dining area(centred around a table displaying wine) and for added pleasure on hot summery days a paved garden beyond. When I ate there very recently I had a starter of cured Orkney Salmon which was almost Shashmi like in texture and freshness; it was set off by a sharp Dill Vinaigrette. This was followed by a Ham and Rabbit Terrine which was cooked to perfection bringing out the flavours of the two meats to perfection. A main course of of three Cumberland Sausages with creamy mash and gravy was as good as the dish gets. It was only bettered by the roast Pork from a whole Pig grilled meters away from the garden table-we enjoyed both the tender meat and the spectacle. The dessert of Strawberry and Almond is highly recommended and was just right served with a Hazlenut Ice-Cream. At the Roebuck the wines are grouped by style and over a dozen are served by the glass. Real ales like Mauldron's Suffolk,Pride,Caledonian,Top Bananas and Adnams Regatta are listed along side the food with tasting notes- an excellent touch. read more

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A pub in all senses of the word. And British in all senses of the word. So, you can expect decent beer, average atmosphere, and awful food. It does appear that they are trying to dream up a menu out of normal boundaries. But this? It was an epic fail on all levels. I chose some kind of lamb rolled up brasciole style. Usually brasciole is filled with breadcrumbs, parsley, and a variety of variable vegetables or pignoli nuts. This was filled with fat. I had to cut around it to try and enjoy the lamb. It doesn't make for elegant eating when your plate is left with a pile of fat tissue and grease spots sitting on it after finishing. Or getting through what you could finish. Unusually quiet for a British gastropub, which in my opinion is definitely a good thing. I would go back for a beer, and maybe a lunchtime sandwich. Just not dinner. read more

I would like to give it a 3.5 not because it's bad but it is a little too pricey. The end of the day its a pub. On the flip side the food is decent and I can only imagine the Chiswick high road rent rates. I would go back I'm not rushing to read more

We heard that won an award as a gastropub so went with high expectations. It was fine, but not really award-standard (later found out it was Runner up, Timeout Gastro Pub of the year. Not exactly Zagats). Anyway we went there with an 8 month old and the staff we very very good at helping us out. Crayons behind the bar, and excellent IPA on tap. The sunday lunches arrived and I got a roast pork typical of a working men's club in Doncaster, apart from the fact that it was on a trendy plate with everything piled up on top of itself. Wifer had an OK salmon salad. Really. I think each cost us about 12 quid, though I'd have been happier to go to the Devonshire and endured the slightly less attractive pub but with food 4 times better. No bad but don't even contemplate going as a special occasion. read more

The Roebuck - Pubs Near Me - London, XGL

We came, we stood around for five minutes while employees including someone who looked like the hostess ignored us, we left. It was not busy. read more

Good Gastropub with a quaint beer garden. Even though there are a lot of pubs on Chiswick High Rd this stands out. The service is good and a good choice of Ales. It can be busy if you go on Friday or Saturday night. The food is good. read more

The Roebuck has really come into its own in the last year. I had dinner with friends the other week and it was one if the best I have ever had. I was IMPRESSED. and I still dream about it. good wines, good service, good menu that changes often. Very reasonable for price. Love it read more

Stripped wood kind of "pub with dining". Didn't try the food. Beer expensive but ok. Staff very polite (Perhaps to justify the prices) Distinctly unmemorable- I'll leave my "gut" star rating but I am now thinking it's generous. read more

Pretty good - the lunchtime menu is better value, and fight for a seat in the courtyard if the sun is out. Service particularly friendly I thought read more

I visited 'The Roebuck' on a blisteringly hot October afternoon specifically to try their much vaunted Sunday Roast Lunch. I walked in at 12:30pm and approached the bar. The friendly bartender recommended I go to the back if I wanted table service. A rather large lady said: "The tables were all booked, even though I know it doesn't look like it, why not find a seat in the garden" Considering she herself had just returned from said garden you think she would have realised it was jam packed. Undaunted I returned to the pub area with the friendly guys who took my order and I went to sit down with a lager in hand. The plate arrived surprisingly quickly and consisted of a large slice of roast beef with a lot of fat on it, some sliced carrots and cabbage leaves with a thin gravy, two large roast potato chunks, a generous dollop of horseradish sauce and a large Yorkshire pudding on top. The beef was juicy, rare and tender enough to be cut with the regular knife they had given me. Good, but not great. The problem was that once I had trimmed the fat off there was not really much there. The potatoes had a nice crispy texture but were a little undercooked on the inside. The horseradish was really hot AND creamy and suited the beef nicely. The carrots & cabbage were nothing special and made me wonder if the plates were at least partially pre-done (?) the gravy was OK but I prefer a thicker more flavourful style. The Yorkshire pud was lovely and probably the best component of the meal in terms of standard. Obviously, my expectations were high as 'The Roebuck' proudly states "Its official - we have been voted by W4 website as having the best Sunday Roast in Chiswick!" on its own webpage. I personally found it struggling to reach OK overall. Some years ago I wrote the nearby 'High Road Brasserie' served Chiswick's best Sunday Roast and nothing I have since sampled had led me to change my opinion, certainly not from here. read more

Wow, not sure where all the mediocre stars come from. I hate it when people don't know how to Yelp appropriately! Everyone says the food was great. It is! It's not pricey for London either. If you think it's pricey, don't go in for gods sake because you obviously cannot afford it! Now that I've finished my rant, let me tell you that I loved it here and will be back. I went with 3 colleagues all different nationalities and we all agreed it was super, even spending 3 hours there! We had the burger, the chicken pot pie, the hummus plate, the baked camembert, bread and olives and everything was fresh and delicious. Especially the chicken and the cream sauce in the pie. The sauce was perhaps a touch too vinegary still for my liking but that's ok. The texture was creamy perfection and the best I've ever had outside of home cooked. The Rose was very good if a little light and the others loved their cocktails. We did try a few of the lighter local beers and honestly could not distinguish them from Coors light! so I would steer clear of those. The serving staff was marvelous and well, I cannot say enough except that we will definitely be back! read more

Lovely pub with an amazing beer garden/back yard to hang out. Prices are average to high but good range of beer and the food looked really nice too. Come in for a good cider or a Pimms cocktail! read more

Definitely a nice pub, very warm and welcoming. Staff is friendly and there is not, even on a friday evening, too many people so you struggle to be served or seated so perfect for a nice catch up and chat in a pleasant environment away from the usual pub frenzy read more

My local! This is an excellent pub with a very decent restaurant at the back offering the gastro experience. It also has a cool beer garden for (the few) warm summer evenings. Ales are changed regularly so there's always a few guests available on tap. The wine and spirits list is also large enough to offer a varied selection. read more

Very average. Drinks are okay, bar staff are variable, seating is atrocious for a place of its size. Nice to sit outside and people watch, as long as it's not raining. But you can find better in Chiswick. read more

A good addition to Chiswick High Road - a pub with good food that hasn't gone the full gastro-pub route nor is part of a sterile chain. This location used to be my local for several years and i've seen many incarnations over the last decade - firstly it was a down & dirty boozer (which if i'm not mistaken was a roebuck too) then it was a Rat & Parrot, then it was a gay pub (the birdcage) and now its a gastropub. Its a great site as there's lots of room and a large beer garden to the rear. Serves a good range of ales & bitters including Fullers & Adnams. I didn't eat there, although I must say the bar snacks were awful. The chips were nice & chunky, but were partly cooked, dry and hard. But generally reviews have been good, so i'll give them the benefit. Staff were friendly and good humoured. I'd definitely return. read more

The other reviews are right - this is a great gastro-pub. The garden is great in summer and the food is good. Inside, though, I find it slightly too spacious and echoey. Can get very noisy in the restaurant area on a weekend evening as a result. But that's only a small niggle - it's one of the best pubs in the area. read more

It is not about the taste. It is about presentation, very unique and sophisticated presentation. That is what you are paying for. I enjoyed the presentation so I give three stars. read more

Delicious food, nice atmosphere, friendly staff, good value - and a beautiful garden.

Great local gastropub with a young, trendy clientele. Drinks prices totally reasonable for Chiswick. Can't wait to try the food next time, but this time we were tempted away by Franco Manca. read more

Great place for a relaxed chat and a drink or dinner

Lovely gastropub, especially nice outside terrace during the summertime. Great food menu and affordable wine list, must visit in the area.

I have developed a soft spot for this pub, especially the garden in summer. Staff are lovely and helpful and I enjoy the selection of wine. As a woman, I feel very relaxed going to the Roebuck (unlike some other places in the area), I've never received any unwanted attention. I wouldn't travel from afar for their food but as a local, this place is pretty awesome. read more

Solid menu with a kitchen staff that delivers the goods. Open kitchen means you know they aren't microwaving. Friendly staff and nice atmosphere whether you simply want a drink or a sit down meal. Nice outdoor (heated) patio as well. read more

Beware the ales !! Tonight the Broadside was vinegary and cloudy, complained and they replaced with Bombardier but hardly better condition, if at all. Couldn't finish, shame the beer used to be good.. read more

We enjoyed a pint in the lovely garden. And they had Lefe on tap! Unfortunately we had dinner plans elsewhere so did not have a chance to sample the food offerings. read more

Good food, good ambience, wonderful sunny patio in summer. Good for lunch, for dinner and for drinks, one of my favourite places to go out.

On a visit from the USA, this place was recommended by a friend.....and it did not disappoint. We were a group of about 10 and we were well served; good food and nice comfortable ambiance. read more

Have been a few times this year as its my local and have been disappointed each time. I won't be going back. Food is below average and drinks are over priced. read more

Good food, it must be said. APPALLING service. Rather ruins a meal when the staff talk to you like you're an inconvenience. Expect long waits. If you get the pink haired waitress, expect derisive attitude and a kurt manner. Bon appétit. read more

Nice bar on the Chiswick High Road (5 min walk from Turnham Green Tube) which seems to tick all the boxes for a relaxed drink; comfy sofas, not too loud music, friendly staff and crowd. Great to while away a Sunday afternoon whilst you sip a nice drop of wine whilst playing a boardgame (supplied). Food more 'gastro' than pub with prices to match but some items are quite affordable (a mean pork sandwich). read more

chilled-out gastro pub venue, great food (had the lamb)and wine selection, lovely comfy seats and cute walled garden with heaters for colder times, nice location near to turnham green, friendly staff and great for relaxing afternoon or evening drinks, read more