News and reviews from the W4 restaurant scene
Is This The End For Chiswick's Cafe Culture? 
  As Hounslow Council plans higher charges for al fresco dining 

New Cafe/Deli Opens Along The River In Chiswick
  Mari Delicatessen brings disused corner in Eyot Gardens back to life
Maison Blanc Cafe Starts Trading Again 
  Turnham Green Terrace patisserie opens up but future remains unclear
Say Cheese! La Cave a Fromage Opening This Week 
  On the site of the former Noa Noa boutique on the High Road
Guide Dog Controversy In Annapurna Restaurant
  Local complains Indian restaurant refused admission
La Toscana Adds to Chiswick's Little Italy Bid 
  Another restaurant serving Italian food opens in W4
Chiswick Smokehouse Has Top Hygiene Rating Restored
  Following a re-inspection of the barbecue and grill restaurant
Good Food Is The 'Wind Beneath The Wings' At Little Bird
  Anne Flaherty reviews the eclectic new tapas restaurant in Grove Park
Urban Pantry Wins 'Observer' Food Award
  Devonshire Road cafe is tops in 'Cheap Eats' category 
 Skittle Alley Coffee Shop and Pantry Closes
  The cafe was located in the grounds of The Black Lion pub
Chiswick Has Another Italian Restaurant
  Giusi has opened in Devonshire Road in the former Canta Napoli premises
Fire In West Kebab Takeaway On High Road
  No injuries following blaze believed to have been caused by electrical fault
Speciality Cheese Shop For Chiswick High Road
  Plans to move into the former Noa Noa premises
           

               
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Decision Day Looms for Melody Cafe Gazebo 
  Enforcement notice looks likely for structure on Bedford Corner
'The Italians' Opening in Chiswick
  A new deli, bakery and cafe on High Road 
Crepe Parisenne Gets 'Spiced Up'
  New name and menu for cafe which becomes Citrus & Spice
The Swan Gets Back Its 'Five' Rating For Food Hygiene
  Following a re-inspection by the Food Standards Agency
More Sushi For Chiswick
  Yumasushi coming to Acton Lane close to Chiswick Park tube station
Hedone Comes Fourth In National Restaurant Awards
  The River Cafe in Hammersmith was voted Best Italian restaurant
Not So Perfect Pizza
  Local takeaway is not flavour of the month with hygiene inspectors 
A Contemporary Bar Giving A 'Relaxed' Dining Experience 
  Anne Flaherty reviews the 197 Chiswick Fire Station 
Makeover For Tabard Pub Planned 
  Plans appear to leave the attached theatre untouched 
Mediterranean Street Food Tapas For Grove Park
  Owner of Annie's to open new restaurant Little Bird in June 
Council Planners Give Thumbs Down To Pissarro Development
  Application to build townhouses and flats by the river refused 
Valentina Launches Bottomless Bubbles And Antipasti Bar Offer
  With pizza or pasta to follow 
 No More Tandoori For Grove Park Restaurant
  Mystery closure of popular local takeaway
Nova Was Closed So That It Could Have 'A Better Opening'
  Sudden 'refurbishment' almost complete and restaurant to open 'shortly' says owner
The 'Pilot' Gets Thumbs Down On Hygiene Standards
  Food standards inspector critical of the newly-refurbished gastropub
Confusion Over The Sudden 'Closure' Of Nova 
  Nova opens then closes suddenly 'for refurbishment'
Not Just Dessert At The Chateau
  The popular bakery is seeking to expand its menu
Another Independent Cafe Closes on the High Road
           Popular sandwich bar Natalizi shuts to disappointment of regulars
The Tiffin Box Diner
  A welcome addition to the High Road
Indian Cardamon Closes Suddenly

               
  Devonshire Road restaurant posts message that they are moving 
 Restaurant Nova Plans To Open On High Road This Month 
  'Modern european' food to be served at site of former 1820 Bar 
 Another Bid To Demolish Former Pissarro Restaurant
  Locals said they will continue their campaign against housing complex 
 A New Look For The Pilot
  Gastropub in Wellesley Road reopens following an extensive refurbishment 
Popular Local Pub Given Thumbs Down For Food Hygiene
  The Swan is told it 'needs substantial improvement' after recent inspection
Man Found Guilty Of Racially Abusing Le Vacherin Owner
  Court hears details of a row at his restaurant in Sutton
Crucial Cafe Has The 'Feel Good' Factor
               
               
Penny and Ruth at the Crucial Cafe
Anne Flaherty review the Hogarth Club's new menu with focus on healthy eating
Well-Known Restaurant Rice Remains Open 
  And nearby businesses appear safe as plan for flats turned down 
Yupa's Thai To Replace The Bedlington Cafe
  Fauconberg Road loses its long-established no-frills eatery

La Trompette Opposes Tamp's Bid To Play Live Music
    Neighbours of the artisan coffee shop are unhappy about its plans
Sir Bob Geldof Visits Hogarth Health Club
  Attends launch of the Crucial Cafe
Tiffinbox Takeaway Becomes A Diner
  With food served in the traditional Indian style
Changes Ahead For Canta Napoli
  Italian restaurant in Devonshire Road will close Sunday and become Giusi 
Stay of Execution for Pissarro Building
  Council turns down developer's application to demolish former restaurant
 Pizza Parlour Looks Set For Turnham Green Terrace 
  Application submitted to convert former Chinese takeaway 
Something Stronger Than Coffee on Devonshire Road 
  Tamp coffee shop applies for licence to sell alcohol 
 Foxlow Opens Its New Chiswick Restaurant
  New chain with emphasis on steaks, cocktails and brunch, has taken over Sam's Brasserie site
Brew Cafe To Open A Branch In Chiswick
  Will the new restaurant be all the rage with locals?
  
  Chiswickians Happy To 'Travel' For Coffee
  New coffee shop brightening up mornings for Strand on the Green locals
Sam's Restaurant To Close After a Decade in Chiswick
  Talking to owners of Hawksmoor and Foxlow about sale
Sip While You Flip At Chief Coffee
  Cafe with pinball machines opens in Turnham Green Terrace
Sam Harrison's Ten 'Roller Coaster Years' In Chiswick 
  Plans for outdoor seating, a refurb and a new menu 
Two Well-Known Local Restaurants Facing Closure
  Planned development could mean the end of Yupa and Rice
New Fees ‘Could Destroy Chiswick’s Café Culture’
  Local businesses threatened with fourfold increase in street trading costs
A 'Classic' in Devonshire Road
    Anne Flaherty enjoyed home made food at Classic Image Cafe 
 Japanese Restaurant Chisou Is To Close
  The upmarket restaurant and sake bar shuts this weekend 
 The Hole In The Wall To Become A Smokehouse
  Chiswick gastropub reopens today and plans big changes
  
  End Of An Era At Mortimer & Bennett
  As Dan Mortimer leaves Chiswick after 25 years 
 Chiswick's Italian 'Villa' Restaurant Is Ready
  Villa di Geggiano brings Tuscan charm to High Road 
 Southern Comfort Cooking
  Anne Flaherty enjoyed a meal at Jackson & Rye 
 Farewell To Pickwicks Wine Bar
  Italian company to take over premises in Devonshire Road 
 Grove Park Deli Gets Top Marks
  Five star rating in recent inspection for popular eatery 
 Chiswick Restaurants In New Michelin Guide
  Retain their positions with one star each
 Valentina Fine Foods Prepares For 'Grand Opening' 
  Fun event with free tastings on October 4th will mark arrival in W4 
 Prison For Chiswick Restaurant Wine Thief
  Stole 28 bottles of wine but left most expensive one behind
  
  George IV Reopening Soon
  Retains its 'traditional pub' feel, following refurbishment 
 Pissarro Site Application Withdrawn
  Hope renewed that location could still host a restaurant 
Annie's Breakfasts Rated One of Best in Country
  Daily Telegraph puts Chiswick restaurant in nation's top ten 
 Italian Deli and Restaurant to Take Over Villagio Site
  Valentina Fine Food to open on Chiswick High Road 
Chiswick Gets A Juice Bar
  Get your fill of superfoods in a drink at The Wild Bunch
 Chiswick Smokehouse No 'Hole In The Wall'
  Asian flavours pep up classic dishes, writes Anne Flaherty 
 Sam Harrison's Ten 'Roller Coaster Years' In Chiswick
  Plans for outdoor seating, a refurb and a new menu 
 Two Well-Known Local Restaurants Facing Closure
  Planned development could mean the end of Yupa and Rice 
 More Noodles And Ice Cream For High Road
  While boutique 'Blink' has closing down sale 
 More Noodles For Chiswick
  As new restaurant Hare & Tortoise opens on the High Road 
 Could Pain Quo Be Quitting Chiswick?
  The bakery has been spotted in property for sale ad 
 Home Style Italian Cooking At Canta Napoli
  Penny Flood enjoyed good food and the 'great buzz' at popular restaurant 
 Barley Mow 'Al Fresco' Project Gets Go-Ahead
  Hounslow Planning Committee say Yes to Sam Harrison's plan 
 Nicola Horlick Abandons Chiswick for Clapham
  Investors reported to be annoyed at change of location for new venture 
 The' Italian Job' Comes to Devonshire Road
  Microbrewery named after classic film to open shortly 
 Japanese Restaurant Chisou Is To Close
  The upmarket restaurant and sake bar shuts this weekend 
 The Hole In The Wall To Become A Smokehouse
  Chiswick gastropub reopens today and plans big changes
  
  End Of An Era At Mortimer & Bennett
  As Dan Mortimer leaves Chiswick after 25 years 
 Chiswick's Italian 'Villa' Restaurant Is Ready
  Villa di Geggiano brings Tuscan charm to High Road 
 Southern Comfort Cooking
  Anne Flaherty enjoyed a meal at Jackson & Rye 
 Farewell To Pickwicks Wine Bar
  Italian company to take over premises in Devonshire Road 
 Grove Park Deli Gets Top Marks
  Five star rating in recent inspection for popular eatery 
 Chiswick Restaurants In New Michelin Guide
  Retain their positions with one star each
 Prison For Chiswick Restaurant Wine Thief
  Stole 28 bottles of wine but left most expensive one behind
  
  George IV Reopening Soon
  Retains its 'traditional pub' feel, following refurbishment 
 Pissarro Site Application Withdrawn
  Hope renewed that location could still host a restaurant 
Italian Deli and Restaurant to Take Over Villagio Site
  Valentina Fine Food to open on Chiswick High Road 
Italian Villa Owners Get Go-Ahead For New Restaurant
  Villa di Geggiano hopes to open in September on Brick Oven site 
 New Restaurant For Turnham Green Terrace
  Former Elias gets new owner and Mediterranean menu 
 George IV Pub To Get A Makeover
  Expected to be closed for three months 
 Local Celebrity Wants To Take On Pissarro Restaurant Site
  But future of the Corney Reach site uncertain as application lodged for development into flats 
 Sports Bar For Chiswick High Road
  On the site of the former 1820 bar
  
  The Duchess Of Cambridge Pub Closes
  Lease on the Goldhawk Road premises is up for sale 
 Makeover For Well-Known Pub
  The Bulls Head will close for a while while being renovated 
 New Bakery Opens On Chiswick High Road
  Nikki's Bakery is on former Picture Man premises while Jackson & Rye prepares to open 
 McDonald's Closing On Chiswick High Road
  The fast food restaurant has been a local presence for thirty years 
 Nicola Horlick 'Still Looking at Options'
  Restaurant venture may not necessarily be in Chiswick 
 Hare & Tortoise 'Race' To Chiswick
  The restaurant acted quickly to secure new premises on High Road
 Strada In Chiswick Closes
  Staff from the popular Italian chain bid farewell
 Crown & Anchor Re-Opens After Refurbishment
  The popular pub is now under new management
  
  Local Butcher Departs Strand On the Green
  MP Mary Macleod will open new Kew Bridge shop 
Jackson & Rye To Open In Chiswick
  American style restaurant to move into former Union Jacks
The Hole In The Wall
  Anne Flaherty enjoyed hearty winter fare at the popular local pub
More Coffee And Cake For Chiswick
  A new patisserie planned and Costa Coffee is opening too
Jamie Oliver's Union Jacks Restaurant Closes In Chiswick
  Speculation that an American-style restaurant will replace it
Burger Restaurant Byron On Way
  Company confirms that it will open a branch in Chiswick
Nicola Horlick Still Plans To Open Restaurant In Chiswick
  City superwoman will go ahead with new venture despite closure of Georgina's restaurant in Barnes
Cafe Rouge On Chiswick High Road To Close
  One of the area's longest serving restaurants says goodbye this weekend
Another Italian Restaurant Coming To Chiswick
  Upmarket restaurant, deli and shop on Brickoven site 
The City Barge Pub To Get A Makeover
  Popular riverside watering hole closing for several months for refurbishment
The Tabard Becomes 'Asset of Community Value'
  Bedford Park Society secures extra protect for local pub and theatre
Vinoteca - A Welcome New Arrival In Chiswick 
  Anne Flaherty reviews the wine bar and restaurant
  
  Nicola Horlick To Open Restaurant In Chiswick
  City superwoman taking over a' mystery' premises
  
  Riverside Restaurant Pissarro To Close
  The Corney Reach eatery will soon shut its doors 
Sam's Brasserie Wins Wine List Award
  Neighbourhood Restaurant Wine List for 2013 
Sweet Treats for Chiswick's Former Eco Shop
  Chateau Dessert coffee shop and patisserie opening soon on Chiswick High Road 
Brickoven Milano Closes Down
  Restaurant says Chiswick customers 'prefer the discount to the quality'
Two Chiswick Pubs Get New Owner
  Crown & Anchor and Lamb Brewery bought by Mitchells & Butlers
Another Vietnamese Restaurant For CHR
  Pho set to open in the former Chiswick Cafe premises 
Join 'Annie's' Owner Lorraine Angliss On Her Sponsored Charity Walk 
  Raising money for a worthy cause 
Vietnamese Cafe For Chiswick High Road
  The new deli/cafe Ngon will open this week 
Turnham Japanese I Really Think So 
  Much-loved Thai/greasy spoon to become sushi bar 
Drop Anchor At The Crown- You Won't Want To Leave 
  Jack Collins reviews the new gastro pub menu 
Lara Restaurant Review 
  Anne Flaherty enjoyed sampling Mediterranean cuisine at the popular local venue
Union Jacks Deny Chiswick Closure Rumours 
  Says it is not being turned into a different Jamie Oliver brand 
 Former Brasserie Gerard To Become An Estate Agents 
  KFH is relocating from Turnham Green Terrace to High Road 
 New Spanish Restaurant For Chiswick High Road 
  Chella closes its doors and La Mancha to relocate from Putney 
 New Wine Bar Set To Open In Chiswick 
             Vinoteca moving into the former Oriental Brasserie premises 
Giraffe To Close On Chiswick High Road 
  Plan to combine site with Gelato Mio to create new restaurant 
Buenos Aires Argentine Steakhouse
  Anne Flaherty's meal at the new restaurant was a real treat 
  
  Machaan - A Great Addition To Chiswick
  Penny Flood enjoyed her visit to the Indian restaurant 
  
  Zenny's - Raising the Bar in Grove Park
  Jack Collins reviews a new Chiswick all-rounder 
  
  Quantus - Chiswick's Best Kept Secret
  Eclectic neighbourhood restaurant impresses reviewer Anne Flaherty 
  
  Cote of Many Colours
  Why Cote has won the Chiswick vote 
 All Bar One Keeps It Casual 
  Revamped interior and menu makes for a good night out says Anne Flaherty 
  
  The Old Station House
  Liz Vercoe discovers a great place to meet and eat 
  
  Best of British At Union Jacks
  Anne Flaherty samples the new menu at Jamie Oliver's restaurant 
  
  Pleasure In Le Pain
  Liz Vercoe tries Brussels' latest export to Chiswick 
A Gem Of A Ruby In Chiswick
  Annapurna proves its reputation as favourite local curry house 
Canta Napoli Lunch Menu - Chiswick's Best Kept Secret
  The set menus are this summer's perfect lunchtime treat 
 Barley Mow Pub Gets New Image
  High Road pub to be rebranded a microbrewery 
 Pizza To Go At Oregano
  Takeaway goodness for the connoisseur 
 New Team Adds Lustre To Riverside Location
  Anne Flaherty visits Pissarro 
All Bar One To Stay In Chiswick 
  Plans to turn it into a branch of Tuk Cho cancelled 
Bardolino Restaurant Becomes Brick Oven
  More pizza for Chiswick as Milan-based chain comes to W4 
The Devonshire Arms Closes Its Doors Again 
  Attempts to run the business as a community pub fail 
 Sweet Seduction At Rock And Rose 
  Worth making the journey from Chiswick says reviewer Anne Flaherty
The Devonshire Arms Opens Its Doors Again 
  Back in business this weekend as a community pub 
 Locals Say No To Sam's Al Fresco Plans
  Claim pedestrianising Barley Mow would lead to more noise 
 Antonio Carluccio Returns to Chiswick
  Credits his mother as his inspiration as he launches latest book 
 Jamie Oliver Opens In Chiswick
  Wants Union Jacks to give an all-British take on pizza 
 La Trompette To Expand in Chiswick 
  Popular Michelin-starred restaurant to get more dining space
  
  Chiswick Locals Face Long Wait for Jamie Oliver's New Restaurant
  Authorities want tourists and Olympic officials to be given priority at Union Jacks 
 Love Blossoms Between Chisou And Reviewer Jackie
  A spring delight at Chiswick's newest Japanese restaurant 
 Sam Gets His Fingers Burned
  Eight diners exit before paying for their entrees 
 Bardolino Restaurant Closes 
  New tenant being sought for High Road premises
 You Can Please All Tastes And Budgets At The Pilot
  As Liz Vercoe discovers 
The Devonshire Arms Closes 
  Restaurant that took over site vacated by Gordon Ramsay had been open less than a year 
  
  Le Pain Quotidien Takes Over Balans Site 
  Company has acquired the lease and applied for planning permission 
 Lunching At Annie's in Barnes - A Hit With All The Family
  Eclectic surroundings and generous portions keeps everyone smiling 
 Jamie Oliver Coming to Chiswick
  High Road's 'French Kitchen' to be new venue for celebrity chef 
 Piano Restaurant And Lounge Hits All The Right Notes
             Persian hospitality and cuisine in sumptuous surroundings 
No Beef with Wagyu Steak
  The Cabin Grill's Japanese speciality proves a hit
 More Chill Than Thrill At Hedone
  Jackie Lee's expectations are not met 
Old Pack Horse Gets A New Owner
  An old favourite gets jazzed up 
Pub Grub With A Twist
  Penny Flood checks out The Devonshire Arms
The Pilot Confidently Hits Its Restaurant Stride
  Duck eggs and lemon posset make a memorable dinner 
 Indian Cinnamon Spices Up Devonshire Road
  New kid on the block impresses our foodie reviewer 
 Sold! On The High Road Auctions Cafe
  We discover treasures of a different kind
The Cold War Comes to Chiswick High Road
  Can Foubert's hold out against new upmarket competitor?
Charlotte's Bistro Asks What Makes the Perfect Summer Lunch
  Send them your suggestions and you could win a champagne lunch
The Pilot Reopens After Major Refurbishment
  Inside and out have benefited from a sympathetic transformation 
The Codfather - Part One of Three
  Two takeaways and a restaurant for Turnham Green Terrace 
As La Trompette Celebrates Ten Years In Chiswick
  We speak to co-owner and local resident Nigel Platts-Martin 
High Road House 'Not For Sale'
  Owner Richard Caring denies rumours of rift with Nick Jones
Two Rosettes For Restaurant Michael Nadra
  Elliot Road restaurant recognised by AA Restaurant Guide 
  
  Hedonism Arrives On Chiswick High Road
  Food writer Mikael Jonsson swaps keyboard for kitchen to become restaurateur and chef 
 With Home Grown Now The Favourite Choice of Diners
  We're asking for your views on the Best of British in Chiswick 
 It's Been A Long Time Coming!
  Bake at Home Pizza Company answers a coeliac's prayers 
 Chiswick's Star Is Joined By A Bib Gourmand
  La Trompette and Charlotte's Bistro feature in Michelin's 100th anniversary guide 
 A Bargain At The Barley Mow
  PLUS new decor, a new manager and a new chef at High Road pub 
 Chiswick's Restaurant Reminisces
  Food lovers take a delicious detour down memory lane 
Quantus Takes Flight in Chiswick
  Food blogger Jackie Lee visits new restaurant on Devonshire Road
La Trompette Voted Amongst Britain's Top Restaurants
  The Food List rates Chiswick's finest alongside the 'incredible' River Cafe with its 'silly' prices
Heard The One About The Two Vegetarians and The Coeliac?
  Trio of tricky customers check out what's on offer at Chella
There's A New Chef In Town
  We find out why Wesley Smalley left Jean-Christophe Novelli to join Charlotte's Bistro
Strong Local Presence In Prestigious Restaurant Guide
  La Trompette, Sam's, Le Vacherin and High Road House all receive rosettes
Restaurant Survey Shows Diners Are Finding Great Deals
  And many are feeling more appreciated by the restaurants they eat in
Tasty Tapas On The Terrace
  Emma Brophy discovers a delicious new way of dining at Charlotte's Bistro
Ramsay Shuts Down His 'Food Hell'
  'Coq au Van' off all menus after celebrity chef closes central kitchens
Fine Dining On The Terrace 
  Napa's proves a welcome respite from bustle of High Road
A Gastronomic Cirque de Soleil
  Michael Nadra celebrates National Vegetarian Week with a garden tasting menu
New Tikka on the Block
  Bombay Bistro impresses our guest reviewer
Culinary Creativity At Its Finest
  Michael Nadra puts his name above the door and meat onto the menu
The Cabin Hits the Spot
  Tootsies replacement offers good relaxed dining
Guess Who's Coming To Dinner?
  We sample the delights of an Indian Supper Club
Surf 'N' Turf On Menu For Tootsies Site
  The Cabin Bar & Grill opening soon on Chiswick High Road
River Cafe's Rose Gray Dies After Long Battle With Cancer
  Tributes paid to a "true pioneer of delicious simple cooking"
Rare Combination of Upmarket Feel With Relaxed Atmosphere
  Sue Choularton gives us a taste of what to expect Cote comes to Chiswick
There's A New Bistro In Town
  We speak to restaurateur Alex Wretham about Charlotte's
Villandry Gets Off To Promising Start
  Nick Montagu discovers 'an agreeable place well worth revisiting'
New Chiswick House Café Opens Its Doors On Monday
  Serving sandwiches, soups and best of British cooking to residents and visitors
Côte De Chiswick
  Classic French bistro on menu for former Texas Lone Star
Feasting With Friends At Faanoos
  Emma Brophy learns to eat like an Iranian
New Year New Bistro
  Charlotte's sets date for Turnham Green Terrace opening 
Leiths Bucks Recession Trend
  'People reassess work life and opt for change of career'
Villandry Sets Sights On Chiswick
  For a French foodstore, bakery, restaurant and bar all under one roof
Chiswick Says Ta Ta To Tootsies
  High Road restaurant becomes latest victim of recession
Definitely A Bistro and Maybe A Black & Blue
  Two new restaurants arrive at once to Turnham Green Terrace 
The Proof Is In The Pudding
  We reveal who makes the most delicious desserts in Chiswick
Burgers R Us
  We discover what the queues are about at Gourmet Burger Kitchen
Back at Carvosso's at 210 
  Rediscovering that the High Road wine bar and cafe also has a restaurant
Twice As Nice For Half The Price
  Canta Napoli Special Offer - Enjoy two main courses for price of one
Come Dine With Me
  Top chefs give their verdicts on experiences in local restaurants 
Staying In The Delia Way 
  Chiswick Fishmonger discovers it's the only way to do it 
Impact of Diners Tightening Their Belts
  Study shows amount we spend on eating out has fallen for first time in 40 years 
A Good Beginning For The Brook
  Opening night delivers tasty simplicity done with style 
The Dove Goes Up in Smoke
  Fire destroys kitchen and roof of popular riverside pub
A Step Too Far In His Mentor's Footsteps?
  Chiswick's Mark Sargeant quits the kitchen to concentrate Ramsay's media demands
Two's Culinary
  Mother and son check out Chiswick's most recent opening, Chella 
Carluccio’s Opens Its Newly-refurbished Doors 
  Caffè re-opens with new interior bursting with Italian freshness 
Back To Its Beginning
  Crown and Anchor makes a refreshing return to its public house origins
Ramsay Sued For Peanuts
  Another week, another pr fiasco for the beleaguered celebrity chef 
He’s Not Special, He’s Marco-Pierre White
  Unconventional wisdom of chef who thinks recession is obvious time to open restaurants
It's A Family Affair
  Karma's take on modern Indian will give curry houses a run for their money
The Devonshire Serves Up Ramsay's Food Hell 
  Sun reporters find that 'Coq au Van' is on the menu at celebrity chef's gastro-pub 
Who Floats Chiswick's Gravy Boat? 
  Results from our search for the best Sunday roast in W4 
 Going It Alone at The Union 
  Emma Brophy discovers a confusion of cuisine and purple potatoes 
Canta Napoli brings Neopolitan delights to Chiswick 
  From pizza to Pasta e fagioli, this friendly local eatery will please all tastes and all ages. 
Malcolm John Wins 2008/2009 Time Out Best Local Restuarant Award 
  Proving his decision to introduce French cuisine to Croydon was inspired 
Same Thing Just Different Decor? 
  We check out the newly opened Kitchen and Pantry 
Gastro Trio Make Michelin Guide 
  The Devonshire, The Bollo & Duke of Sussex feature 
Can Makoto Satisfy Chiswick's Desire For Sushi? 
  We check out the latest addition to Devonshire Road 
Hardens Rank La Trompette Amongst Best Gastronomic Experiences 
  But survey sparks row with Ramsay over "inevitably negative spin"
Has Andy's Had More Than a Name Change? 
  We discover the intentions of Chiswick's latest young turk 
Could You Give Gordon Nightmares? 
  Ramsay's on the look out for more restaurants to rescue 
Thai Feast Triggers Trip Down Memory Lane 
  New operators take over the kitchens at The Old Pack Horse 
Love Children But Couldn't Eat A Whole One.. 
  Emma Brophy believes there are worse things than other people's offspring 
So Who Does Make The Best Breakfast In Chiswick? 
  Many contenders but only one winner of the ChiswickW4.com poll 
The Things We Hate Most About Customers... 
  Local restaurateurs turn the tables on difficult diners 
New Found Sense of Direction 
  Turns ugly duckling Ochre into classy swan of an Indian restaurant 
Hearty, Richly Satisfying and Quite Simply Delicious 
  Elliot Road's Fish Hook will reel you in time and again 
Vino Rosso Leaves its Diners Happy 
  Although it clearly helps to be a carnivore 
New Ravenscourt Park Cafe Set to Open 
  Local company Fait Maison take over the lease 
Celebrity Chef Cooks Up A Storm In Chiswick 
  Antony Worrall Thompson reveals gastronomic secrets behind traditional recipes 
The Profound Side of Pizza 
  Emma Brophy gets serious with Clever Wally's creator Gregor Sokalski 
 Cheap, Tasty and Plenty of Karma 
  Modern pub grub as it should be at JB Bar and Diner 
New Year, New Gastro for Grove Park 
  We check out the changes at the Old Stationhouse 
Michelin Award La Trompette One Star 
  Devonshire Road restaurant receives much anticipated accolade 
An Appetite For A Bargain 
  As diners tighten their belts, restaurants make menus economically enticing 
Good Old Fashioned High Road Curry House 
  Can anyone remember a time before the Geetanjali Tandoori? 
Breakfast With Baby At High Road Brasserie 
  Emma Brophy wonders who will save her from children's leftovers 
Fish and Chips Just Got Glam! 
  With the opening of Burlington Lane's new restaurant Reef
A Whole Lot of Truffle at Le Vacherin 
  As Chef Malcolm John serves six courses of fine food and wine 
Fishy Business On Burlington Lane 
  With the planned opening of boutique fish restaurant Reef 
Going Eco On The High Road 
  New Italian to take over Southey's site 
Presenting "Le Vacherin Malcolm John"
  Rebranded, refurbished and reopened with great new offer
Olive Oil Tasting at Lola & Simon 
  Discover indicators of good quality and what the labels really mean 
Sam's At Chiswick House?
  Award winning brasserie in line for new cafe's franchise 
As Fish Hook celebrates its first year,
  we catch up with chef and proprietor Michael Nadra 
New Bovine Resident For Fauconberg Road
  The Copper Cow moves into the home of former Coyote
Is He Worth The Hype? 
  We find out as Ramsay opens his third pub The Devonshire 
The Italian Connection 
  We check out Chiswick's new Eco restaurant 
The Gastrofication of Chiswick's Pubs Continues 
  With the transformation of the Grove Park Hotel into the Old Stationhouse
How To Cheat With French... 
  Joanna Biddolph defies anyone to challenge her home-cooked food (from Darcau!) 
As Sam Celebrates His Third Year In Chiswick 
  He talks to us about spiralling food costs, working hard and being part of the furniture 
The Weir Bar & Dining Room 
  Out-of-towners discover Brentford's best kept secret 
Le Vacherin Goes 'Bistrots Modernes' 
  Malcolm John treats his restaurant to a refurbishment 
It's The Scores On The Doors That Count 
  Hygiene inspection reports of restaurants now available online 
Thoroughly Modern Setting With Very Traditional Food
  Penny Flood tries out the new kid on the Fauconberg block 
High Road Location or Inspired Italian Cooking? 
  Emma Brophy ponders the secret of Zizzi's success 
Brave Enough To Bag A Kebab? 
  Joanna Biddolph discovers the delights of late night eating at Elias 
A Joke of A Review 
  Food critic should brush up on local knowledge as well as gags 
Does Ochre Live Up To Its Promise?
  We check out Chiswick's newest restaurant / bar
A Burger Too Far?
  GBK and Tootsies feel the pinch as diners tighten their belts 
A Bit of French In Front of the TV 
  We try out the take out from Bedford Corner's Darcau 
As Ramsay's Refit Gets Underway
  ChiswickW4 gets a preview of what's to come at Devonshire
Duke of Sussex Restored To Former Glory
  Offering unpretentious, hearty food and a laid back atmosphere
My Big Fat Greek Dinner
  We discover the delights of Chiswick's 'best kept secret'
Market Traders Turn Bistro Into Budsara
  Chiswick food writer Andy Hayler reviews the new Thai in town 
Full English breakfast @ Italian deli 
  We learn something about one of our national dishes 
As Chiswick Moran Celebrates its First Anniversary
  Emma Brophy talks shop with family man Tommy Moran and the hotel's Sales Manager Robert Russell
TV Dinners Spoil Ramsay's Top Rating
  Restaurant Guide places La Trompette in London's Top Ten 
Martin Lampen's Sausage in a Basket
  Local author chronicles the joys and tragedies of British food 
Tasty Thai At A Palatable Price
  We put King Street's 101 Thai Kitchen to the test 
Leiths Is On The Move
  Internationally acclaimed school comes to Stamford Brook
Recipe for Romance in Devonshire Road
  Hidden gem Zagora creates traditional style of Moroccan food
Le Vacherin Goes 'Bistrots Modernes' 
  Malcolm John treats his restaurant to a refurbishment 
Out of the Ordinary in Stamford Brook
  Lucy Metherell on why she adopted The Raven as her local 
Gordon's Alive - He's On His Way
  Gordon Ramsay in talks to buy The Devonshire House 
'Save Our Favourite Tea Lady!'
  Ravenscourt Park Cafe regulars petition council
Sam Broadens His Horizons
  Acquiring Soho House Site South of The River
Calm Down Dear - It's Only a Review
  Grumpy Winner shows a distinct lack of class during his recent visit to Chiswick's La Trompette 
The Carpenters Arms in Black Lion Lane
  St Peter's Square Restaurant gets another makeover 
Strong Showing For Chiswick's Food Heroes
  As search for nation's favourite fare sees 11 local nominations
Do It Again Sam 
  Rick Stein on why he's happy to back protege Sam Harrison 
Is Chiswick The C Word? 
  Gordon Ramsay sets his sights on W4 for third pub 
Calm Down Dear - It's Only a Review 
  Grumpy Winner shows a distinct lack of class during his recent visit to Chiswick's La Trompette 
Head Chef Gives Menus A Makeover
  Wayne Dixon joines Chiswick Moran Hotel
Toby Young Continues To Lose Friends and Alienate Chiswick
  Barley Mow slur ends in a back-handed apology and the promise of a visit 
Sunday Lunch at Chiswick Moran Hotel 
  Local roast dinner aficionados test drive Napa Restaurant's latest offering 
How does a boy from St Vincent end up with a French bistro in Chiswick?
  Emma Brophy meets Le Vacherin's acclaimed Chef Patron Malcolm John to find out 
Andy's Set To Reopen 
  And delight Turkish food fans with new ground floor cafe 
A Taste of Summer at Le Vacherin 
  With Phil Collins fine fruit & vegetables
What happened to good old fashioned pub grub? 
  We go in search of some traditional home made fare 
Chiswick Not Big Enough For Black & Blue 
  Turnham Green Terrace site left empty for over a year  
Watery Gravy Dictates Restaurant Overhaul
  Flooded basement closes popular eatery for over a month
Who makes the best coffee in Chiswick?
  Residents reveal their local preferences
Bright Future for Former Copper Kettle
  As friensds transform tea rooms into Darcu on the Green
Seamless Simplicity at Shackology
  We savour some shack chic on the High Road 
What does it take to make a restaurant "family-orientated"?
  Tonya Blowers ponders the question over dinner with her nearest and dearest at Chiswick's Giraffe 
Fallout at Fishworks as another director departs
  Fishy business continues at Turnham Green Terrace restaurant 
South Parade to Get a Pub Fit for Royalty 
  Realpubs buy The Duke and plan a major gastro renovation 
Barley Mow's Makeover Gets The Thumbs Up
  Something for everyone at this High Road local
How does GBK fare amongst the competition?
  We continue our search for the best burger in town 
High Road House ordered to remove canopies
  Will the council's decision set a precedent for other High Road traders?
Vacherin season begins with celebration dinner
  Malcolm John hosts evening with wine tasting
Return to Ruby Grand 
    We see how the Hammersmith gem is faring these days
Tarantella - So Good He Went There Twice! 
  M Devito discovers a family run Italian trattoria on his doorstep 
As the hitherto humble burger begins to make the headlines
  We continue our search for Chiswick's finest at Sam's Bar & Brasserie
Woodlands Restaurant Gets Top Marks For Originality
  As we check out the Chiswick branch of this South Indian vegetarian chain 
Authentic Iranian on Fauconberg Road
  Classy Sultanee dishes up some interesting cooking 
Experience a Revolution in 'Vodka Nations' 
  And perhaps the ride of your life in a pimped up Russian Lada!
Chilling out at Carvosso's at 210
             Pleasantly detained at the old police station 
             
             Trying Out Nicole Kidman's Favourite W4 Restaurant 
           Emma Brophy follows in the footsteps of an Aussie A-lister at Strada 
Back to Sixties on Devonshire Road 
             Oriental Brasserie provides a disappointing night out 
             
              Modest Mows proves worth contender in culinary stakes
  Barley Mow Passage's underdog displays real talent with traditional values 
Restaurants forced to clean up their act 
  FSA's scores on the doors will give restaurants their stars 
The Birdcage reverts to former name and opens as The Roebuck 
  Chiswick's new gastropub shows signs of competence in the kitchen on opening night 
Sam's Bar & Brasserie Picks Up Coveted Time Out Award 
  Best Local Restaurant 'ticks all the right boxes' 
 Battle of the Brasseries 
  How does Chez Gerard fare amongst formidable competition?
 Green Chilli hits the right notes 
  Distinctive King Street Indian scores highly on food and style 
Upmarket Italian shows real promise 
  Vino Rosso may be still finding its feet but already displays real competence in the kitchen 
 Sam's Short-Listed for Time Out Award and.. 
  .. one of London's top 20 restaurants for kids says Times 
Chez Gerard looks set to open in Chiswick 
           Caffe Uno to be converted to new format
We try out the Nandos experience 
  And discover that the Portuguese take fast food to a whole new level 
Chiswick's Food Heroes 
  Search for nation's champions sees eight local nominations 
 
First anniversary at Sam's Bar & Brasserie 
  To mark the occasion we talk to Sam Harrison about community spirit, food heroes & how he spends his free time 
Moran Hotel's Napa Restaurant 
  We get a taste of East Coast meeting West London 
New Restaurant bar & deli 
  Friends bring some goodness to the High Road 
Talking Italian with Antonio 
  As Chiswick says benvenuto to the latest gastronomic addition to the High Road 
Sam's frees Toby Young from horrible misconception 
  Journalist's enlightenment on why Chiswick comes top every time 
Bemused by The Bollo 
  Emma Brophy wonders if she's the only one missing the point 
A real gem on the High Road 
  Annapurna maintains its reputation by dishing up a first rate ruby 
Carluccio's brings Italian gioia di vivere to W4 
  Exclusive preview of Chiswick's newest Italian cafe and food shop 
Texas Lone Star to turn black and blue 
  Steak house chain set to take over on Turnham Green Terrace 
No puffing with your pasta 
  Fresh air all part of the service at Carluccio's 
The Pilot proves perfect for parental getaway 
  Local gastro pub lives up to its reputation 
Talking 'bout a Revolution 
  Great craic had by all at vodka bar's opening party 
 The Lazy Vine in St. Peter's Square 
  Roland Hanbury visits his new local restaurant 
Classic Italian at Caffe Piccolo 
  Traditional dishes just like mama used to make 
Fish fans will fall hook, line & sinker 
           Michael Nadra makes an outstanding return to Chiswick restaurant scene with Fish Hook 
All About Annie's 
  Emma Brophy meets the inspiration behind the institution 
A taste of Burgundy 
  Pissarro validates their reputation for fine food & wine 
A Turkish delight on the terrace 
  Emma Brophy discovers the wonders of Andy's Restaurant 
 Chiswick eateries get a Maschler mention 
  Sam's Bar & Brasserie listed in 'Best Eats of 2005' 
Spelling variation signals change of direction 
  Fish Hook reopens under new Chef / Proprietor 
 Top award for local restaurateur 
  Fishwork's Mitch Tonks named 'Restaurateur of the Year' 
Carluccio sets his sights on Chiswick 
  Restaurant chain planning new branch on the High Road 
Egon Ronay Stars for Two Chiswick Restaurants 
  Le Vacherin and La Trompette included in the 2006 edition of the prestigious guide 
  
  Texas Gone Star 
  Chiswick loses its popular tex-mex restaurant overnight 
Is Chiswick set for a Revolution? 
  Vodka bar chain tipped to open on the High Road
A very good reason to a lie-in 
  Checking out the weekend brunch at Sam'
A taste of France for under a tenner
  Le Vacherin proves to be "a blessed local phenomenon"  
Funtime Frankie's 
  Glitz, glamour and great grub at Chiswick newest restaurant 
What has Chiswick done to upset Adrian? 
  Sunday Times reviewer describes W4 as home to 10,000 dipsomanics
Not all plain sailing at Pacific Bar & Grill 
  Restaurant's most recent incarnation proves a little turbulent 
Frankies opens with glitz, glamour & distinct lack of grub!
  Celebrity champagne reception launches W4's new eatery 
Frankie's Restaurant Secret Plans Revealed 
  Woods finds out how new local Italian will make sure their pizza deliveries arrive piping hot 
Sam's Bar & Brasserie Excels at Dress Rehearsal
             Nick Montagu offers a preview of the new local restaurant 
So long and thanks for all the fish
  Fish Hoek restaurant could close after change of ownership 
The Swan dishes up an ugly duckling 
  Popular gastro-pub doesn't quite live up to its reputation 
La Trompette on the cheap
  Same standards of excellence at a set menu price
Preview week invitation from Sam's Bar & Brasserie
  New restaurant planning 'dress rehearsals' 
Perfect Balans on High Road 
  New Chiswick restaurant makes an impressive start 
Frankie Dettori to ride into town
  Marco Pierre White helping him expand restaurant chain 
Rick Stein toasts Sam's Brasserie
  Celebrity chef visits site of soon-to-open restaurant at the Barley Mow Centre 
Pissarro's at the heart of the riverside community 
             Emma Brophy takes a look at one of Chiswick's favourite restaurants
             
             Hole in the Wall - Chiswick's newest gastro-pub - reviewed by Nick Montagu
No need for a brief encounter in Grove Park - The Burlington Restaurant on Station Parade
New restaurant looks set to get green light - Planning approval recommended for site at Barley Mow Passage
West end pedigree, local outlook - Devonshire House
Chiswick restaurant has 'London's best wine list'
Fishy Business on Turnham Green Terrace
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February 19, 2018
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