The servers and bartenders were super welcoming and provided the type of welcome that makes you…read moresmile. As an American I had to see what a Texas BBQ joint was like in the UK. The brisket was very delicious and juicy, but like all beef in the UK, very expensive and very small portions. Not very Texas, but I get it. The ribs were just as good and it felt like more value. The biggest difference was in the sides. Vinegar in London is not like in Texas. The potato salad was not what I expected, and the pickle packed a lot more punch. But the Fries were superb, as was the chili. We enjoyed the cornbread, but it was nothing extraordinary. All in all, this is a great place, awesome vibe, and I most likely will not revisit this place the next time I'm in London but I would recommend it to others.

We went to Texas Joes for our works Christmas Party and the whole experience was wonderful. Jenn…read morewas fantastic, very helpful and accommodating to our ever changing needs. The food was beyond amazing ( I will be dreaming of the brisket for a long time to come) and the cocktails were delicious! We were given the back room which was great, the tables were a little slopy but that added to the charm in the end. We will definitely be back!

knocked my socks off…read more barbecue was the last place i thought london would prevail but they proved me dead wrong. i would lay my life on the line for this sticky toffee pudding

Standout BBQ destination for smoky flavor lovers!…read more Located in the heart of Shoreditch with an industrial, energetic atmosphere this place is a meat mastery heaven. Great quality at great price, can't beat that. Must haves: slow-smoked brisket, tender, flavorful and perfectly cooked. Literally melts in your mouth. Pulled pork on a bun, so tasty. FRIES! Get the fries. Casual vibes, friendly staff.

Buenos Aires Cafe is like your neighborhood cafe but serves Argentinian food and wine. My friends…read moreand I came here for a birthday dinner and I really liked the rustic and cafe vibes of the restaurant setting. We got a variety of rib eyes and sirloin, and some sides to share. The steaks were flavorful and decent for the price we pay. I preferred the rib eye over the sirloin. In terms of texture however, the steaks were a hit or miss, some were really chewy and some were tender. We also got some sides to share. The mushrooms and Argentinian fries are worth trying! For drinks, we went with some fruity Argentinian Malbec and this did not disappoint!

I was not expecting a great deal, but was really blown away by this place. It was not my first…read morechoice in Blackheath for lunch yesterday, but most places were pretty packed by 12.30am and full of kids. This looked a little more sedate and quiet. We were given a great table by the window, but warned that we needed to give it back at 2pm. The party that had booked the table came in at 1.50pm, but the manager asked them to wait and didn't hassle us at all. I really appreciated that. I tried the sandwich Milanese, as I had never had breadcrumbed beef before. A generous piece of beef came in a large ciabatta roll that was extremely flavourful. The bread (which I usually don't eat) was so delicious that I actually ate all the bun too! It was filled with fresh salad, and not just lettuce - but peppers, onion, tomato and a great aioli. The only odd thing was that it was served with just 5 chips, so we ordered another bowl for the table, which appeared promptly and was a huge serving! Hot, crispy and yummy! My sister had the goats cheese salad and my brother had the burger. Everything was scrummy. My wine was also good - I had two different red wines and liked them both very much. We shared a chocolate fudge cake and a cheesecake between 4 and couldn't finish it. They were both very good. The home made ice cream is lovely - we tried the cherry and the dulce de leche with the puddings and loved them. We are thinking of making it our new monthly brunch spot when we all get together!

Located in a beautiful structure on Canary Wharf up the escalator from the Elizabeth Line tube…read morestation. This place replicates a west Texas BBQ restaurant. They even blast country music over the speakers in this decked out wooden interior. I ordered a brisket sandwich that also had sausage. I wasn't going to expect much from a BBQ restaurant in London, but they impressed me. The brisket was juicy and full of a rich smoky flavor. How did they do this way out here?? The sausage was also juicy and had a delightful flavor. If I didn't know any better, this tasted just as good as a BBQ brisket sandwich back in the US. The sandwich came with a pickle spear and some coleslaw. There was a generous amount of brisket on the sandwich, where some US restaurants only give you two slices of brisket and call it good. I was stuffed with just this sandwich, and didn't need any sides.

Came here for a late lunch and enjoyed two burgers. The surf and turf burger was tasty and unique…read moresince it had shrimp with it. We also got a regular burger with bacon and cheese and was really tasty with the sauce they used. Our server Domingo was attentive and kind without being overly aggressive. He seemed to always check on us at the right time. The restaurant setting makes me feel like I'm in Texas but with the benefits of a nice view of the river. I'd say this is a fun place to come with a group of friends and take advantage of their specials.

Was warned London only has potatoes to offer, this pub place proved that was so wrong. Food was…read moresurprisingly good! Felt like still in New York. Lol. My favorite is the wings n sea bass in prawn butter! One of "nice things" is London does not accept tips:)))). The reason subway is 3times more expensive than in New York???

We didn't really venture too far from London proper during our recent trip to the city, but decided…read moreit was worth the time to visit The Greenwich Union for a Sunday roast. The establishment has a nice mixture of cozy and airy, which was perfect for a lazy(ish) Sunday. I hate to use this word, but I'll use it anyway (because I can't think of a better descriptor): the service here is "super" friendly, and very knowledgeable, particularly regarding the ales on tap. The barkeep gave us a few sample pours without waiting for us to ask, which we greatly appreciated. Because of that, we were more than happy with the pints we ordered. Moving on to the food: the roasts were delicious, in particular the pork loin, which was moist and flavorful. I enjoyed my roast beef as well. The Yorkshire pudding was wonderful and I might have been just as happy eating that alone for my meal, to be honest. The pub is in walking distance of the touristy areas of Greenwich, so it's easy enough to put some good food in your belly and continue on to your sightseeing, afterward.

Good vegan food and treats at an affordable price. Got an English breakfast tea and a 'sausage'…read moreroll. Staff was friendly, too.

Ordered the bbq tofu special, and 3 different dogs. All the…read morefood was good but not necessarily memorable. One dog had coleslaw and sriracha The second had guac The third had cashew cream (I think) and bac'n bits The "outhouse" was indoors and had a regular towel to dry your hands (which was a bit weird/gross especially if you're a germaphobe) The space was cozy though and the food tasty. Might come back to try a bagel if we come back to the area. Everything we got was vegan

I'm guessing the name "Smollensky's" is a play on the name of a chain of respected steakhouses in…read morethe States called "Smith & Wollensky's". It was on the assumption that they would serve steak that we had decided to stumble in on a sunny Saturday. They don't serve steak. But they do serve well crafted baguette and chicken sandwiches. Seldom would I applaud, much less care to review, an establishment that serves no red meat. This place deserves an exception. The sausage artisan baguette: Bread is wheat-based and is definitely made same day. The sausage was like that of bangers. Total dude entree. Cajun chicken burger: Never thought I'd ever order anything like such outside of Carl's Jr but it was worth mentioning that the kitchen managed to keep the chicken breasts moist (in itself a herculean task) and was served with thin skin-on fries (a rarity in UK). Each of these are below GBP 7.00, a bargain in these parts. Cocktails are half priced (a standing 2-for-1 offer) and a free bottle of prosecco on your birthday provided you've signed up to their promotions list.

Haven't been here since a lot of the major layoffs in Canary Wharf, so I don't know how much the…read morevibe has changed, but when I lived nearby I relished coming here for its "New York" city feel; with its efficient layout, sleek right-angles, and wall of glass, I felt as if I could easily be dining in some swank restaurant in Manhattan's financial district... which is exactly the experience Smollensky's is trying to deliver - and they're pretty on target... So when I wasn't checking out the throngs of men in suits surrounding me, I was noshing on a tangy vegetarian salad and feeling nostalgic about American cities... probably sipping on a vodka tonic and happily listening to the loud exuberance of the many Yankies yammering away around me. The service here is good... and the manager is a sweetheart... he's pleasantly dealt with more than one of my special requests... and instead of punishing me for it with a British eyeroll - once brought me a complimentary glass of dessert wine so that I could give him my opinion about it. If you're here for the true American dining experience - don't skip dessert... order the chocolate brownie topped with vanilla ice cream and hot fudge... then perhaps you'll understand why it's a staple on almost every menu in the US!

We were visiting the markets nearby on a Saturday, and nothing was jumping out to me food wise. My…read moremissus was getting something from Morty and Bobs when we read the menu. It had a couple of magic words on them - one of these was brisket. I opted for a brisket Frito pie - although my first surprise came when I found they were real Fritos! Fantastic, I was I was expecting something else to be used instead, so was very pleased to see the authentic ingredient. The guy working there was really friendly, and the portion was mega. As it was Texas style it was all about the rub rather than the sauce and I dare say I'm converted. The smoke ring was amazing on the brisket, and you didn't need a knife - it just fell apart with a twist if a fork. It was so delicious, and went perfectly with the combination of pinto beans and Fritos. Barbecue is London has a new benchmark as far as I'm concerned.

The best Texas BBQ I've had outside of the US! The brisket was perfectly smoked with a great…read morepepper crust. We washed it down with a tasty frozen margarita. It was a really cool, friendly location.

While visiting London for a few days, we were looking for a good pre-theater spot, and The Gun was…read moreincredibly convenient and seemed like a great fit. It absolutely didn't disappoint. The staff was fantastic -- they accommodated two additional friends who joined us at the last minute and timed everything perfectly so we made it to the theater on time. We were seated on the enclosed patio with fantastic waterfront views, which made for a great atmosphere. The food was excellent, and the drinks were expertly made. I'd definitely return and would highly recommend it to anyone in the area.

We love going to the Gun for Sunday lunch - it's become a tradition for us over the years…read more We get the roast chicken to share, with veggies, Yorkshire puddings, gravy, bread sauce etc etc and its always a treat. The roast beef and the pork are also recommended. Service is always decent, the atmosphere is nice and if you can get a seat in front of the fire in the snug, its a great place to hang out for an hour or two after lunch. Recommended

Great BBQ, cool space, good people…read more - 5 stars for the pulled pork sandwich - as good as I've had in London. Great BBQ sauce, plenty of meat, good bun. - 5 stars for the fries - actual fries, not chips! Nice and crispy, with some dry rub spice or something like it for extra kick. - 5 stars for the slaw - I didn't eat it, but my wife said it was really good. - 4 stars for the ribs - very tasty, nice bark, good rub, and delicious with the BBQ sauce. My only quibble was that they cooked them hotter than some places, so there was a lot of un-rendered fat. - 5 stars for the service - friendly, helpful, gave us a full carafe of tap water, and everything was prompt. No complaints at all. - 5 stars for the atmosphere - casual but not dumpy, perfect for a quick but tasty lunch on a Saturday afternoon. Oh, and bonus points for having a good beer selection, even if I didn't have any (yet)! Great addition to Boxpark.

Wow. Just wow…read more Coming from the States, I probably would know a thing or two about burgers and the like. And being from Northern California, we're pretty spoiled about that sort of thing. But this blows all that out of the water. I ordered The Gobbler: smoked turkey, cheese, bacon, onion rings, lettuce, BBQ sauce and onion. Why? Because I wanted to see what Britain's take on American fare would be like. And what's more American than that? No. Don't answer. There's a lot more that's more American. The seasoning on the turkey is amazing. That alone floored me. Somehow, Britons found a way to take American fare and make it 400x better just by seasoning it differently. The buns were well cooked, the onion rings were battered perfectly and it all just overall felt that much more satisfying to eat. For £8.50. Will I come back next time I'm in Britain? Yuppppp and yesssss.