Perfectly poached eggs served over toasted multigrain bread with a side of fresh greens.
Steak • Embassy • Modern Cuisine • Session Photography
"Portrait Gallery is consummate location to show off the city with a amazing view down Whitehall,with glass panelling surrounding the entire restaurant you are blown away by the view as soon as you vacate the lift on to restaurant floor. The Portrait restaurant affords you the relaxed setting to have not only a great view but welcomed conversation with your guests, unlike other restaurants here the environment is mellow rather then usual loud atmosphere of diners either clambering to talk to each other or the waiter. The staff are attentive and yet not over bearing, getting that balance of service and eloquence……..the location is another plus not only do you have one of London’s famous galleries downstairs but not a four minute walk are you from Trafalgar Square, were something is always happening.I decided to visit for breakfast having booked through opentable,where my request for a window table was honoured. We was sat down in a kindly manner with water severed as customary and once our orders were placed the food arrived no later than 8 minutes to our glee.The food was just as good as the view that captured us as we entered the room, satisfying does not begin to incapsulate the combination of service, view and food.It’s your choice as always but you must visit the portrait gallery restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner…..notice I didn’t say ‘or’.Cost of meal £20 £40 Group size 2 – 6 Location National Portrait Gallery St Martins Place, London, WC2H 0HE.Carlstimeout rating 8.5/10Writer C.Y"
Wine • Cafés • Casual • British
" Portrait Gallery, you can enjoy panoramic views of Trafalgar Square and beyond while dining on delicious food. The staff were attentive and friendly, and the overall experience was exceptional. I highly recommend this restaurant for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in London."
Salad • Juice • Mexican • Vegetarian
"Really upsetting to be told by one of the chefs to go eat somewhere else if I wasnt happy! He was rude and angry , After receiving a precooked warmed up poached egg not on fresh bread as I had specifically asked the young new server who didnt understand but we can forgive her. It was an awful breakfast experience. Expensive, sticky tables and no flavour smashed avocado on a piece of cold rye bread from a packet. Other Lady upstairs was very kind and apologetic. She couldnt refund us as she explained. We didnt finish our food, the egg was horrible. I feel so ripped off, hungry and upset by this experience £34 later. I dont understand how a cafe can operate like this. The Lady on coffee offered us something else but we didnt have time to wait for any hot food. She made a coffee, im sorry to say it was disgusting and I threw it away. The croissant was not fresh and we couldnt eat it"
Steak • Global • Caribbean • Chocolate
"The food was very well cooked, full of flavours and the presentation was fantastic. However the service was dissapoiting. They forgot our wine order so we had to remind them after we got our starters. They also mixed up the starter sauces and gave my boyfriend chocolate sauce to go with his Yorkshire pudding and beef (instead of red wine jus). It didn't go well and sadly he realised that too late. They also mixed up our sides and we had to wait several minutes with the main meals going cold for them to bring the right ones. Our booking was on sat evening and there were only 4-5 tables there the whole time so they were not busy. You just expect a better service and less mistakes when you pay £100 for two people dinner+drinks."
English • British • European • Mediterranean
"We frequently visit Quod because of its consistently delicious food and lively atmosphere. This time, we dined early before a concert and were impressed by the charming and professional service, as well as the well-presented and tasty dishes."
Vegan • British • Breakfast • Vegetarian
"My friend really enjoyed their burger, but the spicy chicken wings I ordered were quite disappointing. They had a kind of stale taste, as if they'd been fried once and then fried again. I'm not sure what the issue was, but they didn't meet my expectations, especially considering the price. The chips were decent, though. On a positive note, the staff was friendly, and there was a good selection of non-alcoholic beverages."
Cafe • Cafés • European • Breakfast-brunch
"Love this place and so grateful it's opened down the road from us. Had a lovely lunch here last Sunday (sandwiches and unique flavours of tea) and my husband got us a lovely take away lunch from here yesterday with really good cake (thank you to the lady who recommended this for him to get this) both days the taste of everything we ate and drank was wonderful. The owners are really nice and welcoming too."
Wine • Asian • Breakfast • Vegetarian
"I sat downstairs on a busy Friday night with two friends. The service was perfect. The receptionist was charming. Our waitress was attentive and skilful. We sat at a large communal table. She made helpful suggestions as we chose from the menu, kept our glasses topped up, produced all the dishes on time and was super efficient with our bill. I paid for a bottle of wine and we split the food bill. She gave us 4 separate bills without being asked to. The food was fine, the atmosphere civilised, exactly what you want on a relaxed night out"
Cafés • British • Bakeries • European
"had breakfast here and ordered the dragonfruit smoothie dish and butterfly latte. the basic of the smoothie dish was frozen as a whole, which made it impossible to make the food settings and it came frozen and icy in the middle, which sucked. rather tasty but taste and beautiful to see drachenfruit. my was with granola (homemade and oil-free, which was a plus! and instead of chia seeds, kokosrasen and berries I just ordered berries. I have two earthly berries and two heavens who were disappointed. they told me they were organic, but I'm uncertain if they just say they liked me. the part was on the small side and the whole was also covered with a sad flower. the latte was in order, but they do not make their own milk and use instead bought. fun latte menu would have been so good if they had a better milk option. sat outdoors and it was a beautiful environment to be in the middle of the city. a little annoying that they could not get a physical menu on request and had to scan a code with their phone instead. I still had a good time and think they are on something, but wished they were a little on the quality (and of course at least go vegetarian. updated by previous review on 2022-09-30"
English • British • American • Train Station
"Just over the road from Marylebone station, on the corner, this is a very small cafe in the traditional English style. The service however is anything but traditional, it is fast and efficient, even to the point of little order tickets. I ordered the breakfast special, at a fiver and fifty including tea or coffee it was the perfect medium breakfast. Bigger eaters will want to add a few extras to get the full English but regardless the prices are very reasonable for this part of London. The food is not fancy but it is good honest fare. You can't beat a good English breakfast on a winter morning and this cafe gives you that, without the hassle of places like Wetherspoons or the blandness of McDonalds. It is not the place for a quiet brunch but there is a comforting bussiness here."
English • British • American • Ice Cream
"Superb apple crumble with that home cooked taste, topped with ice cream. Really nice after a ciabbata! I was going to get a latte but wanted another tea. The seating area is small but well worth the trip for the apple crumble, ice cream and tea! it is a small café so will fit a wheelchair but just although the entrance is not wheelchair accessible but the staff would accommodate by assisting. Tea is on point! Nice atmosphere and service!"
Grill • British • Gourmet • Barbecue
"This place has such potential to be amazing and a cool 60/70's vibe...but it is not. The decor is spot on and fantastic. The cocktails very hit and miss of our group 3 were great 2 were bad, and they shouldn't have been who gets a margarita that wrong?? The music didn't fit the decor 80's and 90's. We had to ask for the music to be changed to the right period as it clashed so violently. Then the food. So overpriced for what it was, which is a fancy Nandos. The whole spit roast bird barely fed 2 guys. The wine list was not a price range that most want to spend in a place like that £50 for a bottle of red wine. Small portions, high prices, mediocre cocktails, and wrong music...even the decor won't get me back into this place again. I can see why it wasn't busy on a Friday night. Could be so great yet falls extremely short of the mark."
Pub • Pizza • Cafés • Seafood
"Great atmosphere and excellent TV quality. The food was nice and good. All staff were very friendly. However, bar service seemed pretty slow. It was a busy evening, but often there were two or three employees who spoke to each other, and served a person who was a little annoying when you tried to watch a football match again. One of the bar employees did not seem to know how to pour beer, fill glasses with almost pure foam! That didn't happen to the other."
Cafés • European • Australian • Brasseries
"Had lovely dinner yesterday with my husband. Food is always excellent. Been a few times for breakfast and dinner. Dinner is such good value for money. My favourite drink at Antipodea is violet blossom late Must try!! Staff very friendly and treat you well. Thank you guys"
Seafood • Mediterranean
"Wonderful lunch on shared table with 6 friends. Staff delightful, food delicious....perfect pre-theatre venue for a light lunch with atmosphere"
Steak • Pasta • British • Seafood
"Very informal authentic Greek fare, prepared and served by exceptionally friendly family. Good variety on the menu and you have to try the Cypriot chips wonderfully seasoned and more ish in the extreme. They cannot do enough for you to ensure you enjoy your meal, and l would have no hesitation in eating here again. Book to avoid disappointment."
Cafés • Global • Seafood • Fast Food
"Went to Brew this afternoon for a late brunch after rising in the afternoon after a late night out! The weather was lovely so all the seats outside were taken, but we got a table no problem inside. Three of us went for the smoked salmon and hash with poached egg special and Saz went for the burger and chips. Food arrived quickly and have to say it was not what I was expecting but still tasted delicious. Probably two of the best poached eggs I have ever had."
Full • Grill • Vegetarian • Bar-lounge
"I had a wonderful dining experience here, and the portion size for the children's meal was just right. I've often found that kids' meals at other places are too large, leading to a lot of waste, but here the portion was perfect."
Bbq • Beer • Burgers • American
"this is a new 2g of the successful BBQ chain. it has an open kitchen and a bar at the opposite end and they can sit on the counter to see the chef busy."
Global • Burgers • British • Australian
"Famous for its all-day breakfasts, I was delighted to be invited to this restaurant by a friend. We visited on a Sunday and it was packed. We managed to snag the last available table and noticed that others had to wait for at least thirty minutes to be seated. A quick glance at the menu revealed that they offer a unique twist on classic breakfast dishes. Personally, I appreciate the variety as I often find myself bored with the same options on every breakfast/brunch menu in town."