"Off the beaten track"

Quietly tucked away in one of Kensington's premier tree-lined streets (just off Kensington Church St/Notting Hill Gate), sits a rather cosy bar/restaurant called The Mall Tavern. I sometimes venture down here for a quiet drink with friends, as it doesn't get too packed on a Friday night despite being quite a small pub. The decor inside is very modern/clean cut, wooden floors/tables/stools. The staff seem friendly enough and the service is good. I don't think it's particularly expensive. I've eaten here a few times, and the food is always good for what you pay.

OPENING TIMES

Bar:
Mon-Fri: 12pm-12am
Sat: 11am-12am
Sun: 12pm-11pm

Restaurant:
Mon-Fri: 12pm-3pm & 7pm-11pm
Sat: 11am-4pm & 7pm-11pm
Sun: 12pm-4pm & 7pm-10.30pm

Menu:

http://www.malltavern.co.uk/menus/main_menu.pdf

Even if you decide not to eat here, this is still a good place to have a few cheeky drinks before heading off to the many restaurants in Notting Hill (I recommend Kensington Place, which is just across the road from The Mall).

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The Churchill Arms is one of the local pubs in my area. It's located on Kensington Church St, not far from Notting Hill Gate Underground Station. I like it because it's sort of quirky looking with lots of hanging baskets on the oustide of the pub (as you can see from the picture). The bar area is pretty small, but in the summertime it's actually quite nice just to stand outside. There is also a restaurant area that has been recognised for it's great Thai food, which is delicious and pretty inexpensive. They also do three types of roast dinner on a Sunday. A really lovely pub in a nice area with friendly staff. Definitely recommend going there.

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A group of us had an Xmas party where we went bowling in Whiteleys. We heard that the food wasn't particularly good in there, so headed down Westbourne Grove. All of the restaurants along the way were fully booked (it was a Friday night), the rain coupled with me and my female friend complaining that our feet were hurting in our heels; the boys suggested GBK. On entry, the interior was modern and clean. We had a large table at the back, perfect for a group of people. The waiter was helpful, the menu had quite a selection of different burgers. We didn't have to wait long until we tucked in. I have to admit, I was particularly unadventurous and choose a junior beef burger (not just for kids!), as the main burgers looked too large for me. Everyone seemed to enjoy the place and food, and although slightly more expensive than your average highstreet burger joint, definitely worth a try.

Menu:

http://www.gbkinfo.com/downloads/GBK_MENU_F_081201.pdf

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Builders Arms is one of the local pubs in my area. I have to admit that I'm not much of a drinker, but this is the perfect place to just hang-out and socialise with friends. The few minutes walk from home is also an added benefit, especially when it's a late winters night - well, I am a girl! The pub is quietly tucked away behind the fashionable Kensington High Street, so getting transport home is easy with the Underground Station only a few minutes walk and taxis always within easy reach. Modern decor with a slightly more homely feel, an all round good pub if you're in the area.

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I had a date with a guy that took me here. Very nice decor, the staircase evoked a sort of old school glamour feel to it - all I was thinking was that I hoped I didn't trip up whilst walking down in my 4 inch heels! The food was fairly good, the only disappointment was the dessert (go to Eight over Eight - their chocolate cake and green-tea ice-cream was to die for!).

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