The Hero is a restored neighbourhood pub at 55 Shirland Road in Maida Vale. Spread across four storeys, it brings several distinct experiences together within one handsome building, from the lively ground floor public house to more intimate dining, drinking and event spaces above.
Traditional British comfort food shapes the ground floor offering, supported by cask ale and the easy atmosphere expected of a local pub. Seasonal produce gives familiar dishes freshness and variety, while bar snacks and substantial plates make the space equally useful for a quick visit or an unhurried meal.
Upstairs, the Grill Room places meat and fish cooked over an open fire at the centre of the experience. Careful sourcing and direct cooking allow the ingredients to lead, with vegetables, sauces and side dishes providing balanced accompaniments rather than distracting from the natural character of the grill.
Sunday roasts add a weekly focus, while cocktails in the Library and private occasions in the Loft extend the venue beyond everyday dining. The combination of pub tradition, seasonal cooking and thoughtfully designed rooms gives The Hero a flexible identity that suits local drinks, family lunches and special gatherings.
Address: 55 Shirland Road, Maida Vale, London W9 2JD, United Kingdom
The Hero Menu
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Snacks
Cocktail Sausages
Scotch Egg
Cheese Toastie
Ox Cheeks Toast
Mackerel Pate
Monkfish Tail, Curry Sauce
Raw
Oysters
Soups & Salads
Radish, Fennel
Tomato Soup
Chicken & Bacon
Pumpkin, Goat's Curd
Beetroot, Walnut
Mains
Ham, Egg & Chips
Cheese & Onion Pie
Sausage & Mash
Hake, Cream Spinach
Mackerel, Horseradish
Steak & Chips
Barnsley Chop, Brocoli
Asparagus, Wild Garlic
Chicken, Leek & Tarragon Pie for two
700g T-Bone Steak, Grilled Shallot
Sides
Chips | Mash | Peas | Garden Salad
The Grill – Snacks
Guinea Fowl, Leek
Raw Beef, Hash Brown
Fresh Cheese, Pea
Lamb Heart & Asparagus
The Grill – Raw
Oysters
Dressed Crab
The Grill – Mains
Spring Greens, Mushrooms
Pollock, Capers
Duck, Raddicchio
Beef Fillet, Horseradish
Trout
Pork Chop
Hogget Chop
Ribeye
The Grill – Sides
Bitter Leaf
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