The Packhorse & Talbot, W4

A large pub situated on the main drag through Chiswick, but more at the Turnham Green end. An open plan layout inside, wrapping around the central island bar. The pub is mainly carpeted, but with a wood floor and black and white tiled area directly in front of the bar. It was fairly dark inside, on a bright day, but the decor is darkish, and it probably benefits the view of several large screens dotted around. Four pumps served Youngs London Gold, Taylors Landlord, Pride, and guest Sheps Canterbury Jack. A change from the prevalent Fullers in the area. Personally I found the large space to be rather lacking in character or any sense of history or interest. The beer however was fine.

I had to wait to be served as the lone barmaid was messing about with the coffee machine behind the bar. Whilst I waited I noted that there were lots of different lagers available along with Pride, Tim Taylor, Honeydew and Bombardier. When I was finally served the barmaid was friendly although she may have waited until she had given my change back to me before answering the ringing phone. I had a quick look at the food menu and it seemed like reasonably priced pub grub, but I didn't see anyone eating even though it was lunchtime. There is a covered outside seating to the rear and the front of the pub for warmer days. There are worse pubs in Chiswick.