The Dove in Hammersmith and Fulham

Another "pub" that doesn't want to be a pub, but wants to be a restaurant. Popped in here during a walk along the Thames path, and expected to be able to (as I have done several times before) chose a table outside (as it was a nice day), then go up to the bar and order some food. Only to be informed by a staff member when I queried it (I got asked if I had a reservation when I entered, which I thought was odd, and the tables were laid out like it was a restuarant) the whole place is now table service only, which I hate. I swiftly left and headed back to the Rutland Arms, which is a pub which is still a pub. What a shame as it used to be a nice pub......when it was actually a pub. No wonder the place was empty.

While on a business trip to England, I came to "Dove" not far from my accommodation and had a quiet evening. It had the best atmosphere of any restaurant I've been to in London and the food was delicious. In particular, the beer was the best I had during my two weeks in London. It was a business trip this time, but I will come back someday when I visit London again with my wife.^^

Didn’t accept cash which was disappointing Particularly as they had issues with card machines which took ages to resolve.

The fish in the fish n chips tasted dry and muddy but the few chips that came with it were quite good. The calamari was more batter that squid and what little squid there was was a bit chewy. Service was friendly enough and efficient.

Lovely pub, good food beautiful spot on the river

A really old school pub that are quite rare these days. The only thing that's updated is the food and the drinks but everything else just oozes with character. I love it.

A very cute Dickensian riverside pub. Absolutely tiny but that adds to the charm and why it's made the list of 20 must visit pubs in London. They have a section round the back serving food with great river views. Lovely spot for Sunday roast but you do need to book in advance and avoid peak hours if possible.

Good food and excellent service from Mounika!

I made a reservation as soon as it opened. Since it was a bad day, we were assigned a cozy table near the fireplace. One of my family members was not feeling well and I am grateful to the server for being considerate of her. The French fries at Fish & Chips were delicious and the side dishes were also delicious. The roast chicken was tender and delicious served with mushrooms, vegetables, and beans. Americano and cappuccino are the best coffees I had in London. Desserts are also great. The exquisite combination of orange sherbet and chocolate is fantastic. It was the last meal of our 10 day trip to London and it was so good! Oh and Mounika was so friendly. They treated us wonderfully and made sure we had everything we needed. Thanks again for her kind smile!

A pub with the most epic view of the Thames.

Too loud the English speak loudly

Great food in a typical English pub, friendly staff, beautiful atmosphere

Ask for Suart, the kindest person I ever met. Came today with my disabled mum and help we received from him was out of this world. Beautiful place, small Nd cosy with delicious food and fast service.

Such a blissfully beautiful place & a lovely place to leave after a lovely time of fun & frollocks! The vibe is great & the music is fitting to indie feel of the place x3 With Love, Artist & Local Mark Kamara/Mark Kamara International Youtube Channel

Delightful little pub lovely views over the river, limited seating but not that busy on a Wednesday evening. Highly recommended.

Lovely old London Pub. Great atmosphere. Very popular with the locals

We ordered fish and chips and it was the best meal ever. The atmosphere was amazing, quiet, next to river and peaceful. Service was excellent. We would definitely come back.

Nice view and delicious Sunday roast beef

Nice friendly pub. Had a nice vibe. We only popped in for a quick drink

Old independent English pub, welcoming and easy going atmosphere, beautiful terrace overlooking the Thames. Good simple and typical food, very kind service, the staff makes you feel at home. A place to return to!

Beautiful setting on the Thames for a sunny Friday afternoon. Not too packed like ither pubs bearby. The food was OK. Spatchcock chicken had to be returned once due to being undercooked. It came back slightly better but still very pink enough to not eat the whole thing. I might just be paranoid but red drumsticks didn't feel safe to eat

Very small pub, with a very warm and authentic atmosphere, efficient and friendly service, typical dishes of British cuisine, in a fantastic setting on the banks of the Thames.

Was super excited to go to the Dove today hadn’t been in ages. Have nothing bad to say about the service or the place that was as good as always. However £19 for this burger was pretty ridiculous and I felt pretty ripped off. It was dry, flavorless and incredibly small. Considering the price point you would expect a lot better from a pub notorious for its food. Really let down and won’t be back for food any time soon.

Three of us visited The Dove one Monday evening, in September. It was warm and sunny, and we were not expecting to sit on the terrace as this is an incredibly popular pub. I would highly recommend pre-booking as it gets extremely busy. The Dove has different seating levels. The entrance - via a narrow walkway - incorporates the bar and a cosy seating area. Climb a few steps to lead into the main restaurant. Continue into the enclosed conservatory and then onto the 2 outside terraces one above the other, that have fabulous views over the River Thames, Hammersmith Bridge, etc. The staff are friendly and welcoming, providing an excellent service. Dogs on leads are permitted. There's limited street parking nearby, but most visitors walk. We had a range of drinks, 1 starter, 3 mains including seafood linguine, plaice and spatchcock chicken, plus 2 desserts. The total was £141. The food was hot and delicious. My only criticism would be that the ladies loo should have a decency blind to cover the 'frosted' window to minimise embarrassment! It was a great place to visit.

Amazing place, great local staff and food, splendid location by the river, historic place keeping a great level of service and food

Excellent location, plenty of space both outside by river and inside. The vibe was perfect, the staff was very kind and food quality was also great.

Amazing pub, Amazing food and amazing service. We had the best table of the pub right on the river. Thanks The Dove!

Food was really good! The service was amazing, beautiful terrace and amazing Sunday roast.

Incredibly located pub right by the river. On top of that, the food is excellent and the service is 5-star. Immediately booked a table for next Sunday.

Great lovely old pub be the river with proper quiet snugs. Nice pint of Fullers.

Food was great. Service is so-so!

Such a badly managed pub. Friday night 1700 and one person behind the bar. People queuing out of the door. Gas low on kegs so pouring slowly. None of the staff smile at this pub. What is wrong? They need mystery shopping feedback.

Best Guinness I've ever tried in London

The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. The table service outside overlooking the river was very good and professional. A good selection of beers too.

I visited with my wife for lunch on Friday afternoon at 2pm , wanted to eat and a couple of drinks , the guy who showed us to our table was only interested in weather we were eating , once we said we were eating he let us sit on a table big enough for our plates , we waited 10 minutes to place our order , we had our drinks already, once we ordered the waiter came back and said that they were out of stock for what we ordered , so we chose something else , he then came back and said they were out of stock for something else we ordered , so we decided to eat somewhere else , we paid for our drinks but when saying goodbye to the restaurant boss he just grumbled something, poor customer service all round

Very nice pub, on the riverside, with both inside and outside seating. The staff were friendly and the service was perfect. I had a Cottage Pie which was very good, looked fresh, and a nice pint.

Poor service - repeatedly had to ask for attention eg menus, to order even a knife. Poor food. Fish and chips - chips thin and greasy. Fish batter crisp but made with some unpleasant ingredient. Chicken salad unimaginative and absolutely drowning in mayonnaise/dressing. Nasty cappuccino, tasted like instant coffee.

Another cashless dump. Why do businesses wish to exclude people who use cash. Avoid this place.

it was such a beautiful experience, our waiter Stuart, was very funny and gentle. I advice everyone to come here.

What can you say little Gem stuck out of the way down the little side road but one of the best pubs in Hammersmith along the river walk .I used to drink in this establishment 40 years ago and it has not changed one bit which is really really good 10 out 10 please play it a visit

Really lovely riverside pub Stunning views.

The best pub on the Thames. Very beautiful, authentic, and great friendly service

Awful food. Great location. Suggest to have drinks only.

Lovely pub on the river. Outdoor area is a little tight for space but overall great. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Sunday roast was spot on.

One of the oldest pubs in Hammersmith. Very hidden but such a gem. Lovely patios to overlooking the Thames. Lovely place with friendly stuff 🥰

The Dove from above. Sublime establishment, restores your faith in great British pubs. No wonder rule brittania was written here. If I'd stayed longer I'd have penned a new verse.

Fish and chips are very delicious. Better than cottage pie

Staying in Hammersmith, we came across this historic pub while walking along the Thames one evening. Quiet and relaxed atmosphere, it has a small terrace overlooking the river. Excellent food and not at all banal. Attentive and friendly service. Reservation required!

Away from popular routes. In the cruelly English, unforced, unpretentious, hard-to-imitate atmosphere, the good old style is by no means common. Full of locals and their great riding.

Very famous place to go. Old pub with a view tables outside looking on the river. Dinner was great and the service too.

A cozy little pub, tucked away right on the Thames near Hammersmith. It's nice to sit outside.

We visited the Dove for a Sunday Roast and we were incredibly pleased with our experience. The food was delicious, the beers were great and the service was even better! Stuart served us and made the dining experience one of a kind. We enjoyed our evening and appreciated Stuarts humour and amazing service. We were visiting from Australia but will definitely be back next time we’re in the country.

Nice pub nice beer, bad food. Ordered just some crispy calamari that end up to be 4 greasy baby squid (cheap imitation of squid) with some asian coleslaw (so carrots and onion with vinegar nothing else).. Disaster, luckily I always order the starter and wait to taste how it is before to order the main (I obviously left after that, I left there 2 of the 4 baby squid and some butter left over from some fish and chips that wnd up with my baby squid, real sad) nobody asked me about my experience so I paid I left never to eat there anymore.. Easy easy easy, really bad this is one of the best looking pub in west london.. Shame nobody cares in this kitchen.

Proper pub and great in the sunshine as e eryone fighting for a table outside so bar is empty!! Fantastic ✌️

Nice little pub in Hammersmith. Located a stone's throw from the Thames.

The best fish and chips I have prob eaten , Def going back. Had short rib Sunday roast there years ago and it was equally stunning.

One of the oldest, most established and high quality pubs in London

Absolutely disgusted by the attitude of the person stood at the door to the outside space abruptly told "there's no tables outside" before we stepped foot outside to look! Fair enough if you're busy but there's ways of telling people. Told, yes told, to sit at the small area at the front... Where? On someone's knee! Much better places along the other side of the river, don't waste your time

I'll return as I think I made the mistake of visiting on a very warm and sunny weekend afternoon, whereby every good seat was taken. I'll try to visit later on a cloudy Sunday so I can enjoy the rear garden.

One of the favourite locals and ask for Stuart, is the best!

Indescribably beautiful restaurant. Priceless ambience and views over the Thames

A haven of peace, tranquility and civilisation in a brilliant location with a fabulous view, good beer and excellent food.

Came here for a work dinner last month, the food was spectacular and the service was better. Our waiter Stuart was amazing all night, so friendly and great at his job! Thank you, we will be back (for the steak and polenta in particular!).

Just popped in for a pint. Very friendly staff, good selection of beers and a great atmosphere. A wonderful pub with a long, interesting history. We will definitely return for a meal.

Pub molto carino con spazio esterno sul lungotamigi, servizio cordiale ed efficiente, fish&chips molto buono, scelta birre non eccezionale, prezzo onesto

Lovely, warm, cosy pub with two fire places. Lovely staff and pet friendly A decent selection of drinks and food and beautiful views

Amazing from start to finish, cod and chips were probably the best I have had in years , normally lovely batter coating under seasoned tasteless cod. This was totally the opposite... lovely battered cod not hiding the shortcomings of a disinterested chef. This is lovely from start to finish ... And the chips... To die for ... Service was 10 out of 10

The food was pretty average. The place is very cute with a nice terrace. I didn't like that I asked for olive oil for my food, to make it taste better, and they have me frying vegetable oil instead 🤢

Just God awful food - such a shame for an amazing pub that used to be super reliable. The driest most overcooked fish I have ever had, and the weirdest starters that wouldn’t be out of place at 4am at a kebab shop. The chef has clearly given up and the prices (£50 per head) are comparable to proper foodie pubs like the Watermans Arms - AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!!!

Great pub however there were 2 issues. At the time of visit this afternoon there was ko real ales on offer, secondly the seats near the toilets had a smell surrounding them so luckily we didn't sit there for long

Bad, over priced food. We had the salmon (overcooked) with shrimp salad (tiny prawns drowned in mayo on a lettuce leaf) and the burger (over done), no tomato but instead an awful burger sauce. This came with a handful of chips. I wish I had the fish and chips as that looked half decent. All in all very disappointing. A shame as the riverside view is great, and the wines not too bad either. Go for a drink, go elsewhere to eat.

Great place for a meal after a river side walk and before going to a show

Fantastic old pub, located in Hammersmith right next to the Thames. In the pub, "Rule Britannia" was written by the poet James Thomsen and the melody from 1740 by Thomas Arne. In the pub, the original hangs on the wall. The pub is a "must" you have to visit, good atmosphere and good food.l

My favourite local pub full of character and charisma

Beautiful and nostalgic pud/restaurant famed for its clientele, William Morris ( lived next-door), Graham Greene, Dylan Thomas, James Thompson (Rule, Britannia), AP Herbert ( the water gypsies), Ernest Hemmingway, JK Rowling and so may more including my son and I for a father's day roast.

Excellent food, service and riverside location. Highly recommend!

if you can find it,this really lovely hidden gem of a pub near the canals is really great. food is amazing and if you can get a seat outside its really great in summer ask about the small bar that's hidden away, they will show you

Characteristic place, good food, service just a little more than enough.

The place is beautiful and the food is excellent pub fare. Both times I have eaten here I have been more than satisfied. Their Sunday roast is one of the best I have had.

Been here a few times now. The food is so good and a view of the river. The staff are always wonderful too.

Excellent, cosy pub on the river. Has been a favourite of mine for years! Have yet to have a meal here...will do in the future, without doubt. Thank you!

Lovely spot. Service is a tad disjointed but the venue and ambience make up for it.

A beautiful place, very busy on a sunny Saturday. The staff could not have been more friendly, polite and helpful in dealing with customers. They were able to advise when a table would be available and offered swift service. Great, relaxed atmosphere even though it was busy. The lively sound of chatting was great. Some locals, some visitors made for a really warm welcome. I didn't need to bother with other bars nearby.

Great fish and chips, lovely bar and nice staff

This pub is a family ritual. Firstly is the location, as we reside from Australia to connect with our English family, . It feels like you can sense back in time. Looking over the Thames with a pint in your hands and Brompton 🚲 in tow, it is bliss. Having taken Rob Terry’s, week long bike tour, through London and surrounds, you realise that London is green and abundant in so many ways. The idea that it is such a metropolis, falls gently away… Happy 85th Rob

Lovely pub by the Thames. We sat outside and had a great time. Staff was friendly and food was good. Is a little gem by the river,worth a visit.Quite old but with great decorations and nice spaces to enjoy it.

Great spot by the river, local cask (you can see the Griffin Brewery.)

Quick sercice, great pint of Neck Oil, didnt eat there.

An iconic and historic London pub every time I go it's a wonder

Nice and cozy, friendly staff, great food!

Lovely find on the river for dinner and drinks. Friendly attentive staff

Nice pub, we got there early and had the table outside on the top floor which had a nice view over the river. The food was alright, but quite pricey and small portions, the waiters were a bit non committal, we asked for a menu, which we didn't get and ended up looking on our phones, they didn't seem interested in taking our order for drinks or food, even when upstairs clearing glasses, so we had to ask. It did get very busy, so if you do want to get a table outside you would be wise to go early.

Charming historic riverside pub with a great outdoor balcony and lovely views. This is probably the best pub along this stretch of the river and there is something really special about having a pint in such an historic location. The service is friendly, there is a good selection of draft beers and the food looks good although we only came for drinks. Highly recommended.

Just like a Dove, I'm ready to fly away. The server was a bit off-ish and the food was no good for the price being asked. Beautiful pub but food and service totally ruined the experience.

Cashless, what an idiotic business move. Avoid. Any establisment that thinks they can dictate how I spend my hard earned money and supports a cashless society won't see a penny from me. Plenty of good pubs in the area.

Really lovely location, food was good. The gentleman who served us was quite standoffish? Wasn't great service, I'd like to say the atmosphere made up for it but only slightly

Best Thames terrace in West London

Great food, great location. Amazing and friendly customer service by Marina. Highly recommended Thank you

Our visit to this pub during our London trip was truly memorable. The cozy ambiance steeped in history, coupled with delicious food and attentive staff, made our meal a delightful experience. We loved it so much that we've already made a reservation to revisit with our son before heading to Paris. Can't wait!

Beautiful pub but terrible welcome, not worthy of an English pub. We asked if there was a table for two to eat and drink something (the tables were almost all free at 6pm). After a few minutes they told us that the only option is to sit at the bar. I checked on their website if there was the possibility of booking at that time and it was possible! Maybe we weren't nice so we left