The Plough, East Sheen

This pub has motivated me enough to register on this webiste (found after doing a Plough search).

I've got to say having just moved into the area my wife and I are very disappointed with the Plough as our closest pub/local. For a place that could be so good (apparently it was once), to be be so lifeless and lacking of 'true' character. I'm sure the food might be good, we dont actually know as we didn't stay long enough to give it a go. Harsh floors, soft non-offensive tones, staff dressed up like its a Michelin star restaurant, fake open fire, tacky paintings to purchase on wall, concrete/tile city in the outdoor sitting area (maintenance driven I suppose), staff continously cleaning, no locals at the bar to say hello to etc etc. It should say restaurant rather than pub. Having just sat down to reflect on the day over a very good pint, the reserved sign came out on the table with candle. Couldn't have asked for a better welcome. Please sit somewhere else. My wife (who's a foodie) now refuses to go there - preferring to drive to the New Inn in Ham for comfort and relaxation and good food, or a local restaurant. We also occasionally drive into Barnes. We hate having to drive. Anyhow, I still pop into the Plough for 1 x ale every so often, I would stay for a few more and something to eat if it were more appealing, relaxing and welcoming. Thats it I've said my bit.

29 May 2010 14:45