LFW Pub Guide - The Richmond
Another very decent pub that doesn’t get too busy on a matchday, probably owing to its distance from the ground.
Name of pub: The Richmond Arms
Location: Shepherds Bush Road, half way between Hammersmith Broadway and Shepherds Bush Green.
Size: Big Enough
Selection of beers? Normal lagers and cask London Pride
Price of drinks? £3.30+
How full does it get on a matchday? Not at all.
How fit are the bar staff? Two Polish Girls last time up 6/10.
How long does it take to walk to the ground from there? A good 15 minutes.
Sky Sports/ESPN? Both.
Suitable for away fans? Yes no problem apart from Millwall.
Suitable for families and kids? Seating Outside on barmy days otherwise no.
What's the smoking situation? Outdoor seating area.
Beer garden? No, see above.
As far as pub toilets go, just how bad are these? Two crappers 5/10
Does it serve food and is it any good? Pizza - over priced.
Trendy modern bar, traditional pub or somewhere in between? Old style.
In one sentence why should people visit/steer clear of this pub? Irish guvnor is strict with arseholes, but ok if you spend. Only seen one bit of hag in there & that was a mates fault.
-NoDiddley
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