Defectors Weld in Hammersmith and Fulham

A little noisier, nice atmosphere and good food. I didn't choose the best beer....

Great pub with great selection beers and buzzy atmosphere. Thurs eve pre gig drinks and burger. Burger good but £18, but fries awful- overcooked and dry.

Quite busy but we found three comfortable empty stools at the end of the bar. Service was good but only one real ale, Young's. Dozens of keg beers to choose from. A very noisy party started in one room, blocking out any hope of conversation in that side of the bar. Toilets clean and tidy.

Probably the most upmarket pub in the neighborhood and the prices reflect that.

Really lovely experience. Menu was really interesting but still classic. Extensive drink list. Lively but not too crowded. Incredibly welcoming bartenders - very attentive and patient with visitors who don’t know pub culture.

Well located and decent vibe but mostly big corporate beers from Heineken, Diageo and InBev, c.10% independent craft unfortunately

This was a couple of years ago but one of the bartenders was not very nice towards underrepresented group - he treated me unfairly and disrespectfully in a number of occasions

I loved the layout but, the music was WAY to loud totally ruined the visit. Made my eye water.

Had an absolutely fantastic experience at this pub! The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. They went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. The highlight of the meal was definitely the roast dinner – it was hearty, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The roast potatoes were crispy, the meat was tender and the gravy was incredible. A perfect Sunday roast in a beautiful pub with great atmosphere. Highly recommend this spot for a great meal and exceptional service!

Massively expensive and miserable staff not a great experience at all

Lovely pub, the manager with a man bun is a-bit of a dickhead though.

We recently celebrated a birthday at Defectors Weld and had an amazing time! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with a great buzz that made the evening even more special. The food was absolutely delicious—everything we ordered was cooked to perfection and full of flavor. The staff were fantastic—friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the night. It was the perfect place for a celebration, and we’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

It was easy to find. Decent atmosphere but it was very busy and the service was challenging.

Great food, friendly and welcoming staff. Really enjoyed our lunch with the family, staff were amazing with the children and very attentive. Food was delicious!

Good Food, Nice Atmosphere, Attentive staff. Good range of drinks.

Robert was the most amazing host, made me my Bf and dog feel so at home. Went out of his way to give us a good dog friendly table and came over with water for dog straight away and took our drink orders. Will come again just for this service !

Fantastic pub, really good staff. Booked a table last minute Robert sorted us right out with everything couldn’t ask for anymore for a Friday night beer and food will defo come again

Buena comida y un ambiente brillante. Partido de fútbol en un club cerca de esa noche haciendo un ambiente muy agradable. Menú de comida limitada, pero las opciones eran buenas y a pesar de estar ocupado el servicio era muy rápido. Tenía una muy buena gama de cervezas también.

We would usually go here on the weekend and they would have a DJ playing all the hip hop and R&B you want. Danced our arses off many time (Didn't have food so can't ccommecnt on that).

Food was so bloody tasty!!! Staff were really helpful with my dietary requirements. Lovely pub with great a atmosphere. 10/10

We stopped in for a drink before lunch and the staff were so lovely we ended up staying for lunch and several more drinks! The barman (James) was especially good at recommendations. Food was really nice, friends had DFC chicken sharer which seemed good value for money and the veggie gnocchi was went well with the drinks. Overall good friendly atmosphere and very calm and collected staff.

Cozy and casual atmosphere, friendly and hospitable staff, delicious food. Unfortunately the pie was no longer in stock, but the fish and chips were very tasty, the smash burger was TOP!

La comida era deliciosa, Zharnai tenía las mejores sugerencias y era el ambiente clave. El ambiente era genial volveré con mi mamá

Food looked and smelled great, was sad I'd only nipped in for a quick pint as planned to eat elsewhere. Great range of drinks and we'll kept by friendly, helpful staff. Well worth a pop in.

Visited on a busy Saturday just before Christmas, we were looking for food while waiting for our hotel room nearby to be ready. It was mobbed with football fans, but we were advised to give it 10 minutes and they'd all be off to the game. Sure enough, the place completely emptied and we got a cosy table by the fire. I ordered the Toad in the hole, my friend had the burger. Mine was a little dry but all perfectly edible. Enjoyed a couple of drinks too. Staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome.

Our server was Sam and she was excellent. Made sure allergies were addressed and made good recommendations. We had a larger group and they helped us find a bigger table.

Here visiting from the US. Our server Sam was amazing, she gave us great recommendations, was easy to talk to, and even split our check for our large party. Great experience, would come back

La comida es bebida son comida típica de pub. Sam era un servidor sólido con grandes recomendaciones para Londres y Edimburgo. ¡Ella fue tan amable de dividir la cuenta de nuestro grupo!

A pleasant pub where you can spend some time, for my taste, prices are excessive for the quality of the dishes, some excessively expensive.

great food and even better service from the lovely Sam, thank you!!

Sam was fantastic! Service and food was excellent

Lovely open fire, friendly service. Great space for a group meal

Great food and excellent staff! Sam was so friendly and kind to us.

On arrival greeted with a friendly smile and hello. Our food was great, service fast and our waiter was extremely attentive. Amazing selection on tap too for the beer drinkers out there. Will be back again soon with my friends.

food was so yummy and our server sam rocked our world! she was kind and helpful!

Food was delicious, drinks were great, music was well curated. But above all, our server Sam was AMAZING. So caring and hospitable. Wonderful experience thanks to her.

Gran servicio y buena comida. Gracias a Sam, Olivia y James por hacer de esta noche un gran comienzo para las celebraciones de cumpleaños 🥳🙏🏼🤩

My daughter and I had a great time. Last year and the year before we spent with family but because that was not possible for 2024 we decided at the last mintue to go to a pub. I had a frantic phoning around to find somewhere. Finding space at The Defectors Weld did disappoint. The food was a lot, worth the £75 per person. There wasn't too many people there if anything more guests would have made an even better atmosphere, but it was still great. Thank you so much. Sharon Staples

Stopped in for a drink on Christmas day, very welcoming and great service, with a smile! Will return

Sam, Molly, and Rob are the best bartenders ever! So nice and coming back ASAP to see them!

Nice pub on the Green. Does what it says on the tin. Soldered me perfectly to my pint

Myself and my friend hired the function room upstairs for our joint birthday party. The room was absolutely perfect and the barman, Dorian, was fantastic. He and the team were super helpful and made sure we had the best evening. Thank you Defector’s!

Went for their Christmas meal with colleagues and very happy with the food and service. Thanks a lot.

Recently had our staff Christmas Party at Defectors Weld. They accommodated our request for the private bar upstairs, we had the whole room which was festively decorated including Christmas Tree :) The food was great and service was friendly and efficient. Thank you guys for a great team Christmas Party. Would definitely recommend and would not hesitate to book again for future events! Special thanks to Robert for looking after us all!

Absolutely ridiculous situation at the door. This used to be our local pub but not anymore . The two guys working at the door are extremely rude Never gonna step my foot in there not when I am treated like this ! AVOID and actually go to a friendlier proper pub ( last time I was in the garden the one bouncer actually came to tell someone to turn their hut around !) I mean .. how posh do you thing your place is ??

Reservamos una mesa para 9 hace un número de semanas , al llegar nos pusieron sobre una mesa para 6 , claramente tenían allí reservas de Navidad y no nos habían dejado espacio , después de hablar con el gerente era evidente que no había dónde reubicarnos , extremadamente decepcionante ya que habíamos viajado de todas partes para reunirnos , no tuvimos más remedio que irnos pero ponernos sobre una mesa que claramente no era lo suficientemente grande era mala gestión y a no podía importar menos actitud

Yup, only in for a couple of hours and didn't eat but the staff were really effective and happy which made for a good atmosphere.

I came here on 4th December with my work colleagues for our Christmas lunch. Everyone was impressed with the atmosphere, great decor and great music and Christmas crackers were also provided! The food was amazing, we all cleaned our plates and service was excellent. There were 16 of us and everything went smoothly. There were 2 people with dietary requirements and these were catered for well. Its always good to find a nice place nearby so I'm sure we'll be coming here again. Thank you Defectors Weld.

Great selection of beers and nice atmosphere

One of the few places near White City that feels like a proper pub.

Good selection of beers and lagers and food

Didn't eat there so can't comment. Very welcoming. Loads of space but still feels cozy. Lovely outside sitting area too. Would definitely recommend!

Great pub, with a great name and a cozy but lively vibe. Perfect for catching up with friends over drinks or over a quick bite.

Went in for a pint, had a nice sit-down.

Poor service,miserable waitress,table not big enough for 3 people and 16.50 for a small burger and a portion of oven ready fries was a rip off.really wasn't what I was expecting and was really disappointed should have gone to McDonald's it's better value.

Pub in zona Sheperd Bush. Pub molto carino, siamo andati un gruppo di amici, abbiamo mangiato molto bene e prezzi nella media.

Dejar bebidas para un amigo. El personal es amable, la música es genial y hay una chimenea! Además la comida es muy sabrosa. . . . esperando con ansias la próxima visita : - )

We went to this pub and we were pleasantly surprised by the prices of the beers, which were quite affordable. So we stayed for several tours. Very friendly bar, with an interesting musical atmosphere. The staff was also very attentive.

Perfectly decent place to have a few drinks. Service was pretty rapid even at busy times, pleasant vibe, quite comfortable.

We had the best time in the private room at the defectors weld, our bartender was incredible

Good god. The wait for food here was mental. Tortoise speed 🐢 food was alright - but my expectations were sky high after an epically long wait pre-match, and then shattered by slightly fishy fish. Beer was good as was the bar. Food was utter chaos.

Despite being a busy evening when we visited the staff were friendly and great at their job. This venue is very reasonably priced

Robert Vidmar cuidó maravillosamente de 28 visitantes canadienses, que cayeron inesperadamente. Muy profesional, cortés y cortesía completa extendida. Esto ocurrió en tres ocasiones, durante nuestro viaje de 10 días a Londres Inglaterra desde Londres Ontario Canadá. Gracias a usted y a su personal bien capacitado. . . . higginsgr@bmts.com

great atmosphere. beautiful pub

Sam was great and the beer selection is decent

Such a great place. Came here twice while staying in Shepherd's Bush. Our server was fantastic and we loved this place. Highly recommended!

We tried a fish dish to share between 2 for £25. Very good atmosphere, recently renovated with a beautiful interior patio and spectacular smoking fireplace. Very warm.

Classic British pub with a cool name.

Gran servicio al cliente por Zharnai e Immi que eran tan fantásticos, atentos y amables. Las alas en el menú son las mejores alas que he tenido en mucho tiempo! por favor mantenga eso en el menú, muy subestimado y delicioso. Gracias

Went for a Sunday roast catch up with my family. Great food, attentive friendly staff and reasonably priced. An added bonus, no TV. We had great fun relaxing, chatting and eating.

The best Guinness I had in London

Really nice pub with some charming and cosy vibes. The music gets turned up very loud however which gets overwhelming and makes conversations difficult.

This is a good one. Cool vibes, decent food and great service. You'll like it! Particularly liked the big cat / banana / musician themed wall art.

Very comfortable seating area indoors and outdoor area is cool 😎

All good except the fact they pulled the Guinness in one go without letting it settle first! Don’t know why but… hopefully will sort this out. Lovely outdoor area at the back.

I recently visited Defectors Weld and loved the lively atmosphere, as well as the unique outdoor courtyard with its glass roof and vintage lighting. I've added it to my barguide.london site too!

This restaurant is a great spot to relax and enjoy a variety of drinks, from cocktails to wine, in a warm and inviting atmosphere. The service was exceptional, particularly thanks to our attentive waiter, Jaime, who made the experience memorable with his friendliness and excellent recommendations. Highly recommended for both the drinks and service.

Good place!! The food, service and atmosphere is excellent. I would like to highlight the service of Jaime, who made us feel very good and comfortable. Without a doubt we will come back.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting The Defector's Weld, and I must say it exceeded my expectations. The pub’s eclectic decor and welcoming vibe make it a great spot for both a lively evening or a quiet afternoon pint. The spacious layout with comfy seating and quirky artwork adds a cool, laid-back charm. Thanks to Jamie’s warm hospitality, I’ll definitely be back for another visit soon!

Good food, excellent drinks and really great service. In our case, we were attended by Jaime Barros, I recommend letting him guide you.

Lovely place to chill out in shepherds bush. Zharnai makes an excellent Bloody Mary, nice and spicy, perfect to start your day after a night out. Cheers

Great place to go for drinks and grab a bite. Jaime’s service was amazing!

Had a wonderful evening in the defector’s. Staff are very friendly and help. Had fantastic service from Jamie. Thank you :-)

Good atmosphere, good drinks and above all excellent service from Jaime. I hope to return soon and I will definitely recommend it to all my friends.

(JAIME) WHAT A GOOD SEERVICE FROM JAIME, REALLY HELPFUL, KIND AND PATIENT. BEST PUB, I WLD COME BACK AND RECOMMEND

Jaime provided exceptional service—he was incredibly helpful, showing a genuine willingness to assist with any requests. His kindness and patience stood out, making our experience truly enjoyable. The pub itself is fantastic, with a welcoming atmosphere and great amenities. I’ll definitely be coming back and recommending it to friends and family.

(Jaime) What a good service from Jaime , really helpful, kind and patient best pub I would come back and recommend

Jaime provided top-notch service, being very attentive, friendly, and always with a smile. This pub is great, and I won’t hesitate to recommend it

Jaime at Defectors made our visit truly special. His warm welcome, expert drink recommendations, and friendly service made the evening unforgettable. Highly recommend this pub for both the quality of the food and the outstanding service. I’ll definitely be back!

A great find! A very friendly atmosphere and welconing staff (especially Sam), good beer and proper good food

Popped in the other night and what a place. With a substantial beer collection you are spoiled for choice. The staff were very knowledgeable and helpful in their suggestions on what to go for. And the food portions are enormous. I will be returning very soon

Really lovely pub just few mins from station. Great customer service and staff are very friendly and welcoming. Ordered the smashed burger and tasted amazing, was greeted by Ryan, he was very handsome with a gorgeous smile.

Well located pub, with good service, great music. Close by to the O2 Shepherds Bush Empire for hanging out after gigs.

Really on the fence about this pub. It is a gorgeous building and location and has potential, but the music is too loud to hold a conversation, and the service wasn't great. Maybe it's nicer during the day than the evening. Can't comment on the food as we didn't eat. I was forced into using the Youngs app to use a coupon I had, and after ordering through the app, nothing came for 20 minutes. After going to the bar to ask, they said they don't see app orders. Seems like a major oversight considering Youngs is pushing campaigns through the app.

Wonderful place in Shepherd’s Bush ~ we loved the food and service. Immi is fabulous!

My friend & I are in town for the Era’s Tour to see T. Swizzle!! We stopped into the Defector’s Weld immediately after landing at Heathrow airport. We were tired but the friendly service, authentic local pub vibes, delicious beers & incredible fish & chips perked us up! We had such a good experience at Defector’s Weld, and since were only in town a couple days, we decided to go back for dinner and lunch the very next day before the concert! We also tried the Pie on the menu and it was our best meal of the trip!

back again! Great pub, Zharnai was wonderful☺️

Hired out the private room for my engagement party and since its renovation last year its only got better. All the staff were very attentive and happy to help. The food was delicious too! Thanks for a great venue. Ill be back for the next one!(P.S Andy is the best)

Had a lovely waitress Lydia serve us lunch today. Exceptional service, very charming and attentive. Would 100% recommend coming to this venue!

Great atmosphere. Served by a waitress called Lydia, very attentive and humorous. Will definitely be back for the food (and Lydia).