Drapers Arms, Ealing Broadway, W5

Corner pub in the V of Ealing’s one way system, a bit of a “spoons a like” inside. One open plan L shaped room with the counter running front to back. A bit of tatty grey paint adheres to the woodwork. Board and nice tile floors but the furnishings are tall by the counter, low away from it. Five pulls are centrally placed with T-Bars to either side, just a mediocre, if I’m being generous, London Pride on cask, reversed Doombar and Landlord plus two unclipped. One end has a raised area and beside it to the right is a flight of short steps leading to a small dining area. Toilets are in the basement.

Here on a Monday evening and the place was rather quiet but lots of events advertised including quizzes, sports nights etc and so looks like it could be quite a jumping place. Interior was rather dark but atmosphere was very pleasant and comfortable. Has tables to eat at, bar stool type tables and those you can stand at as well as a couple of armchairs in the window. We stopped for food as well and it was very well cooked and good portions. The menu does have some offers on it but probably only applicable to large groups as couples just wouldn't want that much (eg five starters for £20). The prices were of an ilk for Ealing, slightly higher then the rest of the country but far lower than pretentious restaurants or central London. Four of us had a three course meal and 2-3 drinks each for £130 which I thought wasn't too bad. Service was excellent and the guys behind the bar handled things very efficiently. Would not hesitate to frequent again if I'm ever in the area.

Official site of Drapers Arms - www.thedrapersarmsealing.co.uk

Official site of Drapers Arms - www.thedrapersarmsealing.co.uk

Now the Drapers Arms.Brown exterior and a bit dull and brown inside.Four beers on handpump inc Navigation -icebreaker,Fullers -spring sprinter and Oakham -citra.Expensive food offerings imo and some common craft keg offerings.Lack of outside space was a negative also.