Pub in Brentford
Express Tavern
56 Kew Bridge Road, Brentford, TW8 0EWClosest station: Kew Bridge, about 1 min walk4.4out of 5 on Google, from 1,718 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Express Tavern
Refined, traditional pub with carved bar and leafy beer garden, for cask ales and comfort food menu.
An original coaching inn stop from London to Bath. Building thought to date from the 1860s and is a short walk from the Kew Bridge Steam Museum, the Musical Museum and Kew Gardens, this friendly free house just north of Kew Bridge has been a local landmark for more than 200 years. There are two drinking areas. The smaller bar that now has 10 ale hand pumps and the Saloon/Lounge bar has up to five Ciders/Perries on hand-pump. Though to the rear there is a large heated glazed conservatory with tv screens. Outside is a spacious beer garden. The Express is now run by the same company that transformed The Sussex Arms in Twickenham. Draught Bass has been retained and still a permanent feature on the bar.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Sports TV: In smaller right hand bar, conservatory and tented garden.
- Family Friendly
- Games
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Real Cider: Some, but not all, of the handpumped ciders / perries here conform to CAMRA's real cider / perry definition. Real ones seen here include Ascension, Celtic Marches, Cotswold, Sandford Orchards & Seacider.
- Real Heritage Pub
- Function Room: On the first floor.
- Disabled Access
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Separate Bar
- Smoking
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Twickenham Green Taverns
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 8560 8484
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.4out of 5 on Google, from 1,718 ratings
5 out of 5Jonathan Wardon Google, August 2024
An excellent pub we found on our walk to Gunnersbury Park. Popped in for a drink but liked the look of the menu & food so went back the day after for lunch. Superb value lunch menu was unexpected in London and was really good food. Sandwich, fries and a soft drink for £6? Cannot knock that. Drinks were also the cheapest round about too. Great atmosphere in the evening, with a nice outdoor area with plenty of seating and cover from the sun or rain. Can’t say enough good things really! Staff were great too. Resident doggo is friendly and will let you fuss him if he can be bothered 😂
5 out of 5Sharon Bargewellon Google, September 2024
Lovely friendly atmosphere, great food and reasonable prices for the area. No complaints and would visit again.
5 out of 5Samantha Bongonon Google, October 2024
Loved the outdoor seating. Food was good 👍🏻 Don’t forget to pet their house dog when you visit 🐶
3 out of 5Betina Quadroson Google, May 2024
We were there today to visit the pub and the staff was very kind and the atmosphere was super pleasant. My husband ordered the Sunday roast and loved it! Unfortunately, the margherita pizza I ordered was horrible! The dough was undercooked probably because it had been poorly defrosted. But we'll be back for the Sunday roast and the beer!
5 out of 5Jorge Viveroson Google, September 2024
During my recent band tour, I was recommended to visit *The Express Tavern*, and I have to say, it was an unforgettable experience! This place has a unique charm that sets it apart from any other pub I’ve been to. The atmosphere is cozy, with a blend of traditional pub vibes and modern touches, making it the perfect spot to unwind. But what truly blew me away was their Sunday roast. It was beyond expectations—perfectly cooked meats, rich gravy, and all the trimmings done just right. Each bite was flavorful and comforting, reminding me of a home-cooked meal but elevated to another level. If…
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.