Facing Olympia, this cavernous pub can be very crowded and noisy in the evenings. Originally dating from the 17th century as the Rose & Crown, it became the Hand & Flower in 1787. The present pub dates from 1888 and had a spell as Harvey Wallbangers Hammersmith Charivari in the 1990s. Meals also include breakfast served from 7am weekdays or 8am weekends but note that under the terms of the licence alcohol cannot be sold before 10am. It is reported that normally four cask ales should be available from a small rotating range.