Pub in West Kensington
Albion
121 Hammersmith Road, West Kensington, W14 0QLClosest station: Kensington Olympia, about 7 min walk4.2out of 5 on Google, from 435 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Albion
Traditional, wood-panelled pub with stripped floors for British menu, pizzas and draught ales.
This wood-panelled wooden floored corner lounge bar, halfway between Hammersmith Broadway and the Olympia exhibition halls, has a snug feel about it, though it can become very busy when there is a show on at the latter. There are a few high tables and stools at the front, but the room is mostly furnished with dining tables, banquettes and stools. The pub is well lit through leaded windows and at the far end of the bar is a delightful exposed brick alcove complete with large fireplace, often containing a real log fire in cold weather.
The handpumps normally offer a choice of three to four cask ales. On the food front, a good selection of pub classics is offered at lunchtimes and added to the menu in the evenings are well-made stone-baked pizzas. There is additional seating on the upper floor, reached via a semi-spiral staircase at the front of the bar, and this can be reserved for functions.
Gentlemen may wish to admire the unusual design of their facilities: a good example of recycling!
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating: Pavement tables in summer
- Real Fire
- Live Music: Open mic - first and third Weds
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch: Not Sat & Sun
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Cask Marque
- Function Room: Up semi-spiral stairs
- Disabled Access
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking: Sheltered pavement area
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 3:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Independent
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7603 2826
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.2out of 5 on Google, from 435 ratings
4 out of 5Dai Treeon Google, January 2024
Good old pub on the Hammersmith Road. BeeGees playing in the in the background, lovely pub. Lovely people-a great place for a beer or two. + The photos on the wall if all the great bands/ groups of the 60/70/80s, fantastic. Also, the spiral staircase leading to more drinking space. Wonderful.
5 out of 5Sue Swezenyon Google, June 2023
Excellent place for a drink and some really good food. The burgers are wonderful. Very tasty with good portions. Veggie burger also available. The pizza is exceptional ( and this from a Jersey girl!). Great crust, yummy big slices of pepperoni, and kalamata olives. *swoon*. Wonderful atmosphere and great service. What more could you want?
5 out of 5Philip Olmeson Google, December 2022
T'was a frosty cold December evening last Friday evening in London Towne. I've had 100s of layovers here in London over the last 15 years as a cabin crew member. This was my 1st time coming to this beautiful and classic pub. Festive Cheers to all of the lovely Albion staff for an exceptional welcome and visit to your delightful cozy pub last Friday evening. Thank you for the warm woodburning fire in the fireplace, delicious food, and hospitality & delightful conversation. Wishing you and the staff a blessed Christmas, and a safe and healthy New Year.🎄✈️🇬🇧🙏 Looking forward to another…
4 out of 5Harry Turnbullon Google, September 2023
Great pub, close to to Kensington. Huge, tasty meals at good prices. If you're hungry, grab the Steak and Ale Pie.
3 out of 5Ellie Minsteron Google, September 2024
The staff are lovely! But I got charged £4 for a soda water with lime cordial and I can’t get my head around it! Crazy!
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.