Eagle, Shepherds Bush

The Charringtons signature tiled frontage of the Eagle is set back from the road by a garden filled with potted plants and bench tables. The garden to the rear is extensive and, as well as more plants and tables, features three huts, two (you can choose between "My Place" or "Your Place"!) for groups and the other providing an outside bar (no cask ale) and a kitchen devoted to burgers. These were introduced as part of a 2017 refurbishment of the pub and grounds that resulted in a more "adult-friendly" outside environment with winter heating and shelter provided. The rear garden closes at 9pm, except on Friday and Saturday when it shuts at 10pm.

In between the gardens is a comfortable relaxing pub, the central L-shaped bar dividing the single room into three distinct areas, the rear-most of which, complete with an elevated conservatory overlooking the garden, is set aside for diners. Painted panelled walls, hung with contemporary prints, contrast with the polished pine floor. Alcoves either side of the real-fire fireplace in the now enlarged right-hand section of the bar room are attractively tiled and the shelves are filled with real books. Around the part-wood, part-zinc topped bar there are deep sofas and armchairs with low tables and high stool and table sets, whereas the dining area is furnished with more conventional tables and chairs.

An interesting menu offers a wide range of seasonal classic dishes from the open kitchen in the restaurant. At the main bar, there are numerous keg taps, some dispensing craft beers, that supplement the handpumps.