The Drapers Arms

£11 - £25 / British, Vegetarian options

24-25 High St, Greater, London

Awards

Excellent Fish & Chips 2024

Opening hours

12PM-11PM

Sunday 12PM-10:30PM
Monday 12PM-11PM
Tuesday 12PM-11PM
Wednesday 12PM-11PM
Thursday 12PM-11PM
Friday 12PM-1AM
Saturday 12PM-1AM

Cozy Haven with Unmatched Friendly Service

Descending upon Drapers Arms in Ealing Broadway feels akin to stepping into an agreeable jumble of atmosphere and charm — think shabby-chic with just a sprinkle of delightful garden oasis. The cacophony of chatter blends with the occasional live music wafting through, enough to make it feel like Friday nights could be the highlight of one's week. It's grand in size, which perhaps explains why I found myself wondering where all these secluded patrons hid on my brisk Saturday evening visit. If you're partial to sports broadcasts, rest assured: the plethora of screens means missing a moment of Premier League action is nigh impossible.

What truly captivates is the staff; they are thoroughly entrenched in the art of making one feel perpetually at ease. James L stands out—a veritable ambassador of charm at the bar, making your pint-pulling experiences feel less transactional and more like a friendly handshake. It is Mary Poppins-approved hospitality, practically perfect in every way. Encouraging as the rafters themselves needs must be Marlene and youthful bartenders like Monika and Sam who—with attentive gestures—navigate the space between mere duty and genuine delight. I flirted with the cask ales and mulled over the affordable 3 for £17 small plates deal—perhaps marginally guilty of being side-tracked by their tangible love affair with maintaining high spirits. Far from my last frolic to The Drapers’ world of camaraderie-clad suds, I recommend this earnest pub burrow for anyone passing—or perhaps lingering—in London's patchwork quilt. — Penelope Savory