Rich and comforting soup made with slow-roasted tomatoes, herbs, and spices, offering a deliciously warm and savory flavor.
Tea
"Some customers had a great experience, but we ended up paying full price for our visit. The atmosphere felt a bit worn out."
Bars • Pubs • Drinks • Lounge
"As a very infrequent visitor to London I anticipated that a quiet few drinks with family might be pricey, compared to those at home in the South West. I was predictably astonished at the sheer vulgarity of the level of the excessive charges. £30.00 bought us 3 x drinks that would have cost us half that in Devon. My bemusement turned to anger when, having returned with drinks from the bar,I found that I had been charged a 12.5% service charge . How utterly ridiculous is that not satisfied with exorbitant charges, I am then clobbered with an unsolicited charge for fetching my own drinks. Quite extraordinary."
Cafe • Delis • Coffee • Breakfast
"We did receive complimentary drinks—a Diet Coke and a tea—but unfortunately, the food order also encountered issues. My friend ordered a Jerk Chicken Burger with gluten-free bread, but just before the food was nearly ready, we were informed that they had no gluten-free bread available. Thankfully, our friend was okay with having the burger without bread, as the food was served just two minutes later. If he had wanted to make a different choice, they would have had to restart the order completely. We also requested a glass of tap water that never arrived. When it was time to settle the bill, the server mentioned that she had applied a small discount to account for the missing gluten-free bread. I believe that if it weren't for that discount, we would have raised concerns about the Jerk Chicken itself, as it was not what we expected. Instead of a proper burger, it was just a few strips of chicken that resembled goujons. Lastly, when the bill arrived, she brought the card machine with her, expecting payment before we even had a chance to review the bill properly. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience."
Wine • Coffee • High Tea • Bar-lounge
"The crab in the canapés was the standout dish—I think we all agreed we could have happily eaten a tub of that instead of continuing with the rest of the meal! The food was delicious, and I have no complaints. My soup remained hot until we finished our bread, which was great. I wish I had reserved some extra gravy for my bratkartoffeln, which I enjoyed at the end of my main course, but it’s good to know I could have asked for more. The portion sizes were just right. Although I’m not a fan of mice cake, I was offered cookies for dessert. My mother couldn’t stop raving about how good the coffee was. I also appreciated the novelty decorations, crackers, and the small party popper boxes. Unfortunately, there was a diner at a nearby table who was overly loud and rude, constantly complaining to the staff, which did disrupt our experience a bit. The restaurant was quite full, providing a lively ambiance from other diners, but this person wanted to be the center of attention, which was rather embarrassing. Despite that distraction, I still enjoyed our meal and would happily return for Christmas 2023."
Pub • Steak • Pizza • British
"What a great family run pub! Eclectic clientele of all ages. Friendly welcome, with super attentive staff. Great food with a huge nod to their South African roots, but great traditional fare too. Smallish menu but that’s because everything is cooked fresh, be patient it’s worth the wait. If not go to the local Spoons or Harvester, you’d fit right in!!! There is a good selection of traditional ales, Peroni and Bira Moretti on tap for the more discerning lager drinkers, the Guinness is excellent too. If you ask nicely they’ll make you an Old Fashioned as well! These guys work really hard with regular quiz, DJ and live music events with a really chilled and friendly vibe. Great that my GF lives just around the corner … legendary for a local."
Wine • Beer • Asian • Drinks
"The dining experience was enjoyable but not exceptional. The service was satisfactory, though not outstanding. It seems there may be a disconnect between the expectations set by their branding (aiming for a Gordon Ramsay-level quality) and the reality of their offerings, which seem more aligned with wanting to be superior to chains like P.F. Chang's. I would be willing to return, but likely with a smaller group, as I don't feel they manage larger parties very well."
Wine • British • European • Vegetarian
"The food at this restaurant is excellent, with bold flavors and hearty dishes starting from the breads. The portions were so generous that I was too full to even try the dessert! The service, especially in terms of keeping our water glasses filled, was a bit lacking, as we had to request everything, but the staff was friendly. Overall, it was a very enjoyable meal. The wine list had a high markup, with few options under £70. Although the sommelier never showed up, the selection of premium wines was impressive for those interested in that."
French • Hotels • Bar-lounge • Contemporary
"We used this venue a couole of weeks ago for a birthday dinner in the private dining room. The food was fantastic until we realised that the allergens had not been disclosed correctly and my aunt who is gluten intolerant was given the wrong meal. The wait staff were totally apologetic and luckily my aunt had not eaten too much of the meal however what was more concerning was when I was speaking to the manager I was rudely interpreted by a gentleman asking me “what my problem was”. The manager looked extremely nervous and explained this man was actually the owner of the venue. I explained the situation to him to which he replied with a raised voice “it’s sorted now isn’t it, why are you out here moaning and making me look stupid”. I was that taken aback that I just left and went back to the dining room and carried on as to not ruin my grandmother’s birthday however I felt it important to let people know as I will not be returning and will be encouraging friends and family not to dine there due to the possibility of ever having to encounter such bad behaviour whilst being paying customers."
Pubs • Fish • French • Cheese
"Great cocktails and a cute atmosphere. Especially loved those aubergine and goats cheese croustillants, they don't hold back on the goats cheese! Sat on a table outside, was a nice touch to see that blankets were provided considering how cold London still is in the evenings, only critique is that the music in the outside seating area was way too loud to have a conversation without trying to shout above it. Apart from that love it, can't wait to come back!"
Wine • Fish • Meat • British
"I visited in February The restaurant is well located close to Trafalgar Square with a striking interior of all marble. It looks the part, although they could do with updating their chairs. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and the staff are attentive. We received a very friendly welcome as soon as we walked in. We opted for the pre-theatre course set menu. At this seems to be good value. We both had the rib croquette starter, this dish has potential but lacked any particular flavour and was rather dry. For the main, I had the rump steak and my girlfriend had the lamb chops. Unfortunately these were both very dry, the steak was more char grilled than anything else and the lamb was a little bland. On the side of the plate we each had a pile of salad that was a bit stale. We had to ask the waitress for some salad dressing and oil to make the main more edible. They seemed concerned that we though the food wasn't great but didn't do anything about it. The desert was the best part of the meal and we both enjoyed it. We had the cheesecake and the brownie. Not sure if we got bad food because it was on the pre-theatre menu but in reality this should not be making a difference. They need to sort their food out otherwise customers are never going to return. On the plus side, the wine was very nice and seemed to be good value. The total bill came to just under with service included. Had the starter and main been good, I think this would have been an acceptable price to pay but they weren't, so I will not be returning."
Bars • Steak • Cheese • British
"The Milestone has always been a favourite of ours, but last time we went on a Saturday evening in a party of 8, it had a new chef and was clearly struggling with small portions, cold food and ingredients missing ie the clams in the mussel and clam dish. So, it was with some trepidation to go back for Sunday lunch using a Groupon voucher that we had been gifted. It was back to top class standard food piping hot, good sized portions and quick and accurate service. So glad Paddy and the team have redeemed themselves and kept a loyal customer."
Full • British • European • Cocktail
"The drinks were fantastic and the service was outstanding. One of the staff members, Vanessa, was exceptional and provided helpful suggestions and recommendations that we absolutely loved. She took the time to chat with us and ensure we had a wonderful evening. We could have easily stayed all night just for the excellent service Vanessa provided. The drinks had delightful aromas and there was a great variety to choose from. The staff was willing to surprise us with drinks or create something new if we desired. We would definitely come back for the exceptional service Vanessa offered."