The Globe, Brentford

Best Carvery and Friendly Atmosphere

Ah, The Globe – what a delightful discovery this charming Brentford institution turned out to be! It's the type of establishment that, entered on a blustery Tuesday afternoon, could fool you into believing you’d just found your Cheers. From the get-go, one is enveloped by a warmth that can only be sustained by a team wholly committed to customer inclusion. Here, family and strangers alike can find a welcoming refuge, with attentive staff being as valuable an asset as their abundant carveries. You’re hard-pressed to avoid the siren call of their magnificent Sunday roast, with a selection so generous it seems directly correlated to the equally sized smiles their servings incite—a splendid juggling act of providing perfect comfort while setting the culinary bar high enough that it leaves lasting impressions worth a week’s worth of reminiscence.

Firmly etched on the must-return list, the dining experience barely fills the breath amidst the lively cacophony of a bustling weekend setting—football alive on large screens feels like an authentic homage to both sport and sunshine-drenching beer gardens. The staff skillfully choreograph service regardless of the clamor level, ensuring not just efficiency but a taste of genuine hospitality that harks back to how these pubs molded community narratives historically. They're loyal custodians of an atmosphere where punctuated energetic shouts from excitable fans mesh seamlessly with the relaxed lower tones of families enjoying their meals, underpinned by a buzzing undertone that teases of shared wins, past times told oft, and the sense of familiarity which invites you back without pretension. Embracing modern thrums yet remaining loyal to charming, English roots, The Globe resonates as a palimpsest pub perfected for the plush comfort seekers and casual bell-toting fortuitous visitors alike—go for the roast; stay for the sentiment. — Milo Tastemaker