The Forresters Arms Kilburn

Not sure if they were understaffed, but the service was incredibly slow. Maybe if they said they were short staffed, we would have been more accommodating. They were not busy. No apology given.Booked for 1pm on a Saturday for 9 people. Couldn't order drinks at the bar, table service only. Money to be made on drinks, but this has been missed. Starters arrived 50 minutes after ordering. By 14.38 our main course hadn't arrived! Shan't reccomend, but the food so far has been good. 15.02 have just eaten a very nice meal. However I ordered the Seabass with samphire and crispy shallots , neither of which were on the plate, just loads of kale (soggy) . I wasn't informed of the menu change. If they get their staffing right, it could you be a great pub. Information is key.

Visited Sat 29 Nov. My wife and I have visited Forresters Arms most Saturday afternoon for many years enjoying a glass of wines following our walks in the White Horse area. Always a warm welcome and a good selection of wines. On this visit I was ignored at the bar whilst the bar person kept vanishing, I had to ask for service to get some attention. I asked for a wine list 'We don't have one' was the reply. I asked how am I to know the alcohol content of wines, price etc? Response was 'That is a problem'. I bought a glass of wine for my wife which was fine and a pint of bitter for myself which was awful. Bar person made two attempts to fill the glass which was filling with froth more quickly than the beer was being drawn. Taste was poor, not fresh, no sparkle. I left most of the pint and on leaving noticed a sediment in the bottom of the glass. No warmth or welcome feeling in this pub, so no more for us.

Me and my partner chose to eat here while on holiday in the area. The staff were very friendly, helpful and accommodating. The food was top notch, both of us massively enjoyed our dinner. Pizza was the best I've ever tasted and everything was fresh and beautiful quality. The perfect place to enjoy a meal on a warm summer evening, highly recommend.

A great pub for a pint. Food was nice but had it's faults. Steak pie was jn the website menu but was disappointingly not available on the night. The chicken pie was light on chicken, heavy on mushrooms. Sticky toffee pudding was very nice, but was smaller than any i've seen anywhere before. White wine spritzer was the most I've ever paid locally, £9.50! Other local pubs are around £7.50. Beware also that a 10% service charge is added. I would have left a tip but certainly not £14, that was taken from me. Sadly eating out is getting very expensive and very much a treat these days. Always disappointing when you don't feel like you have had value for money.

After a lovely walk exploring the White Horse and Kilburn, we popped into the Forresters Arms for lunch. As soon as you enter the place , you can see that it’s special - lovely atmosphere throughout and fabulous decor. We had Salt and Pepper Squid and a Fish Finger Butty, followed by Black Forest Dessert and coffee. The food and the presentation were divine. We were looked after by the lovely Marianne and nothing was too much trouble ! We felt like we were visiting friends rather than just dining in a pub. I would highly recommend this place, it was our first time there but it won’t be the last!

Called in on off chance for lunch, after visiting the Mouseman, beautiful surroundings and lovely atmosphere. Made to feel very welcome, food was delicious and beautifully presented. Can’t recommend enough, told family and friends and will definitely be heading back. Thank you 😊