The Ladbroke Arms
Notting Hill, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A sensible Notting Hill pick when the plan is casual drinks and a relaxed pub setting, not a tightly scripted restaurant night. The Ladbroke Arms is easiest to recommend for first-timers who want a low-ceremony W11 stop; compare Akub, Farina Pizzeria, or Farm Girl if cuisine, price clarity, or a daytime brief matters more.
About The Ladbroke Arms
The Ladbroke Arms is a London venue with daily opening hours and a smart-casual dress code. Use it as a practical option when timing matters: it opens from 12 PM daily, closes at 11 PM Monday to Saturday, closes at 10:30 PM on Sunday. Beyond those basics, specific details such as cuisine, menu, pricing, booking policy, awards, seating, service format are not available.
A London option with daily hours
The clearest reason to consider The Ladbroke Arms is its schedule. Hours are 12–11 PM Monday through Saturday and 12–10:30 PM on Sunday, which gives it broad daily coverage for planning a London stop.
Without specific details on price range, named menu, chef, awards, or cuisine, plan accordingly. This is not the page to use for a cuisine-specific search. For that, cross-shop Akub if you want another named option, or use our full London restaurants guide if the decision needs stronger food signals.
If the plan depends on a specific food style, compare The Ladbroke Arms with other named options that may be a better fit for your needs. Farm Girl, Farina Pizzeria, Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria are useful points of comparison, while The Ladbroke Arms is best evaluated on its hours and smart-casual dress code.
Who should choose it first
Choose The Ladbroke Arms when you need a London venue with daily opening hours and a smart-casual expectation. Be more cautious if your decision depends on specifics such as capacity, private rooms, menu format, price, dietary handling, or a booking policy.
For a broader comparison set, London coverage is useful when this is only one stop in the plan: browse our full London bars guide, our full London hotels guide, our full London experiences guide, our full London wineries guide. If the night turns into a restaurant search, compare with other London dining options or with named venues such as Akub, Farm Girl, Farina Pizzeria, Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria.
Quick reference: choose it for daily hours in London; cross-shop elsewhere if you need specific cuisine, price, menu, awards, or service-format details.
Planning details
- Location
- 54 Ladbroke Rd, London W11 3NW, United Kingdom
- Website
- ladbrokearms.com
- Phone
- +44 20 7727 6648
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Ladbroke Arms reads as a modern Notting Hill gastropub that balances neighbourhood warmth with technical ambition. The write-up places it squarely in a 'third wave' of British pub cooking that borrows global methods while championing local, seasonal produce. It sits in a part of west London surrounded by high-calibre restaurants, and that context nudges the kitchen toward precision without shedding the approachable pub identity. Expect a venue that feels like a familiar local institution updated with contemporary technique—comfortable and charming, but quietly focused on execution and provenance.
Best For
This is a go-to spot for relaxed, high-quality pub dining—especially for anyone seeking classic British dishes executed with modern technique. The Ladbroke Arms is well suited to weekend gatherings (the signature Sunday Roast points directly to that tradition), casual lunches of Fish and Chips, and neighbourhood dinners where quality matters but formality does not. It appeals to locals and visitors who want a comfortable, down-to-earth setting that still showcases seasonal British ingredients and attentive cooking rather than a formal fine-dining tempo.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signatures highlighted in the description: the Sunday Roast and Fish and Chips are focal points of the menu and a reliable way to sample the house's take on British classics. The profile emphasizes seasonal British produce and applied technique, so ask the staff about today’s seasonal mains and any dishes that showcase current suppliers. The narrative also references a thoughtful wine approach in the gastropub evolution—consider pairing mains with something from the wine selection and inquire about recommended matches from the team.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and traditional with an elegant interior, warm welcoming atmosphere, and leafy terrace for outdoor dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Sunday Roast
- Fish and Chips
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Josh Wood Atelier, Notable alternative
- Farina Pizzeria, Notable alternative
- Akub, International, ££
- Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria, Notable alternative
- Farm Girl, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Notting Hill
The Ladbroke Arms is the easiest choice when the brief is a casual pub-style stop in W11, especially for drinks-led plans where booking friction matters. Akub is the stronger pick for a more defined restaurant experience, with an International category and ££ price signal that make it easier to plan around food and budget.
For pizza, do not overthink it: Farina Pizzeria and Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria are cleaner fits than a pub when the group wants a cuisine-specific dinner. Farm Girl is better for a lighter daytime plan or coffee-led meet-up, while Josh Wood Atelier sits outside the restaurant decision entirely and should only be relevant if the day is built around a grooming appointment nearby.
Value depends on the occasion: choose the pub for flexibility and atmosphere, Akub for a clearer dining brief, the pizzerias when the group wants an easier consensus order. For broader cross-shopping, compare London options such as 081 Pizzeria Peckham, 'Seasgair' by Michel Roux Jr, “8” By Andrew Sheridan, 1 York Place, 10 Tib Lane, 11th and Social, 1215, Jōdo Saké Bar, Onigiri Time when the decision shifts beyond Notting Hill.
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Compare The Ladbroke Arms
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ladbroke Arms | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Josh Wood Atelier | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Farina Pizzeria | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Akub | London | International | ££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Plate |
| Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria | London | ; | ; | The Good Food Guide 2025 |
| Farm Girl | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to The Ladbroke Arms?
The dress code is smart casual. Keep the outfit neat rather than formal.
Can The Ladbroke Arms accommodate groups?
Details on group accommodation are not available. The Ladbroke Arms is open daily: 12–11 PM Monday to Saturday and 12–10:30 PM on Sunday.
How far ahead should I book The Ladbroke Arms?
A booking policy is not available, so no specific booking window can be suggested. Plan around the hours: 12–11 PM Monday to Saturday and 12–10:30 PM on Sunday.
Is lunch or dinner better at The Ladbroke Arms?
Specific lunch or dinner service details are not available. The Ladbroke Arms opens from 12 PM daily, closes at 11 PM Monday to Saturday, closes at 10:30 PM on Sunday.
Is The Ladbroke Arms good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability is not specified. If you are choosing between London stops, compare the basics: The Ladbroke Arms has daily hours and a smart-casual dress code, while other options such as Josh Wood Atelier may fit a different kind of plan.
Can I eat at the bar at The Ladbroke Arms?
Bar dining is not specified, so it should not be treated as guaranteed. If you need a specific setup, compare The Ladbroke Arms with another London option such as Akub before deciding.
