Up-market side street local built in 1865 (1856 notice on pub’s front is wrong) probably by the Godwins according to Pevsner, although the local council gives the builders as Corbett & McClymont. Grade II listed building. Now an elegant, airy modern style pub following "refurbishment"; but at least the refurb left some etched and cut glass at the front of the pub.
At the back of the pub, the tabloid press has reported a "secret entrance" used by VIPs!
Fresh & seasonal food is prepared in-house daily and includes Sunday roasts. For events see pub website.
As at the last feedback it was reported that only one ale was on offer. Further updates welcome.
Historic Interest
Grade II listed, Historic England ref 1358204. 1865. Yellow brick with some red brick. Stucco. Three storeys, 4 windows wide. Eclectic Gothic. Three rusticated arches to stuccoed ground floor. Two entrances and carriageway to right. Segmental heads to windows to first and second floor, with pointed relieving arches over. Continuous cast iron balcony to first floor, of unusual design. Top floor with rope mouldings over windows, with splayed rope ends to imposts. Stucco cornice with elongated brackets. Blocking course rising to pediment with arch. Inscribed "Hollywood Arms". Acid etched glass on holly theme. Some original fittings inside, perhaps reorganised.
This Pub serves no changing beers and 1 regular beer.
Hollywood Arms, Chelsea