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Josephine's Filipino

Josephine's Filipino

4 Charlotte St, London, United Kingdom

Asian • Philippine • Vegetarian • Pan-asian Cuisine


"I hadn't really had Phillipine food before so I went with an open mind. The menu had hints of influences from Thai and Chinese food and there were few dishes that were obviously of Phillipine origin.I ended up with a lamb and peanut sauce dish that I had with rice. The meat was surprisingly enjoyable, it had been braised for just the right amount of time...achingly tender without just falling apart. The sauce was nothing special though and a bit of a let-down as the meat was so nice and deserved much better. It was a tad rich, fairly thick but the flavour was fine.If I remember correctly, my friend had pork chops with a mixture of vegetables in a kind of tamarind sauce with rice. It had an albeit, interesting flavour but I'm not sure it was my kind of thing. I'd imagine it would make me feel sick if I had it all to myself.As it was mentioned in the previous review, the decor is a bit crazy. I can't remember exactly but the walls were either bright pink or bright red and there were plants all over the place. A bit in your face and not really suitable for a restaurant environment. It was easy to see that the owners were trying to maximise their space, the tables were really close together and it felt quite cramped even for me (I'm I felt sorry for my friend who is The next day, I told my Phillipine chef friend that I'd been to a Phillipine restaurant and he immediately knew where I meant! Anyway, he said it wasn't that authentic and didn't really showcase what Phillipine food had to offer so I guess it's unlikely I'll be returning there."

Beach House

Beach House

Park Lane Milford-on-Sea Lymington, Hampshire SO41 0PT, SO41 0WA, United Kingdom

Greek • Seafood • English • Vegetarian


"I don't even know where to begin with this place. The restaurant has huge stained glass windows that look impressive from the street. There are plenty of parking spaces available. The building itself is absolutely beautiful and has a fascinating history. It is located in a lovely area, just a short walk to the clifftops. I spent two nights here for my birthday and had an amazing time! The interior of the building is absolutely stunning, with art everywhere, wooden paneling on the walls, and magnificent fireplaces scattered throughout. The service in the dining room was friendly and efficient. The food was of a very high standard, with plenty of options on the menu to choose from. We stayed in a luxury double room with a sea view that was simply gorgeous, especially at sunset. The room was clean, tidy, and well-decorated, with plenty of space. The bed was huge and very comfortable. I have to give a special shoutout to Stu and Care (the ginger girls) who not only excelled at their jobs, but also went above and beyond to make my birthday special. Stu was attentive and caring, while Care was a big ball of energy and laughter. These two employees really made my stay unforgettable. The entire staff was wonderful, but these two stood out to me. I will definitely be returning and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a fantastic getaway."