The old world experience at the Scarsdale Arms
This pub offers the sort of old world experience one would expect in this neck of the woods and the Scarsdale Arms is definitely a cut above most of the nearby pubs.
The darkened interior evokes a genuine atmosphere, as does the intriguing history of the place - it was reputedly built as the living quarters for the officers of Napoleon's conquering army.
Rather than it being a full on gastropub it's first and foremost a pub, yet one with very good food. It sports a restaurant space at the back if you're after a grander dining experience, too. The staff are very accommodating and friendly, perhaps as one would expect of some place like this, its refined feel is upmarket yet not ostentatious.
It does get busy on most days of the week - go on, take the slight detour off the beaten path to get here as it's well worth it.
Decent pub grub, it's worth the price for a decent slab of steak in the steak and onion sandwich - although the chips were a little on the soggy side...
NEAREST STATION: High Street Kensington station
FEATURES: real ale, guest beers, outdoor seating, separate restaurant, Sky TV
Scarsdale Tavern
23a Edward Square, W8 6HE
