Absolutely lovely spot. Great food. Service was meh. Wish I could leave 3.5. Our server was overly attentive almost to the point of making us feel rushed... then forgot my cappuccino. Plus they had Calvados on the after dinner drink menu but were out of it... server was afraid to tell us after we ordered? Rookie mistake that definitely could have been avoided. Will cut them some slack, given the fact that deliveries were likely behind today due to the Queen's funeral but lackluster comeback from it. ‍ read more

Chiltern. Chiltern. Chiltern. From the crab donuts To the perfectly crispy and slippery octopus tentacles To the McDonalds-esque french fries Burning up the house with the beautiful burrata Sliding into the perfectly prepared pork DM's Peaking with the chocolate sourdough mixture from heaven Chiltern is our #1 Chiltern is the winner Chiltern over everything Kiki truly loves Chiltern YEET Thank you & we will absolutely be coming again 10 Stars read more

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Food and service were terrible. Our contemptuous server treated us like we didn't belong there, and you know what? He was right. Snotty restaurant for snotty people who think they have taste, but don't. Beautiful space, though. read more

Yummers all around, but be prepared to shell out the pounds. Wonderful creative food, exquisite service, but totally unpretentious. For starters, the Caesar salad is a must and the Beef Tartar unique (do I detect liver? Foie Gras?). The night we went, the oyster selection was Irish and both kinds were just sooooo good; I could eat dozens of these, but tonight was not an oyster night. For mains we had the Staffordshire beef fillet, Iberian pork and Tandoori Monkfish. See picture - each perfectly cooked. Had such a fun waiter, and all the staff were spunky and gracious. Just had a very good time; getting a resy here isn't the easiest, but worth it! read more

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Service, drinks and ambiance was 10. Loved getting lost in the hotel after, lots of doors, and twists and turns like a maze.

A good experience! I went there on a Sunday with friends for a brunch. It was crowded, I think because it was a Sunday. Even when we were on time, we were told to wait at the bar for the table. I ordered a Bloody Mary which was really good. I haven't had such a tasty Blood Mary in ages. Almost more than 30 minutes, when we asked whether the table was ready, we were told that it was ready but the waitress couldn't find us. Weird! We ordered few starters and oysters. The starters came on time and then we were served the mains. The Cornish crab omelette is a must try! When my friend enquired about the Oyesters, the waitress said that she had totally forgotten to serve it. So she will bring it after the mains. Again weird! The chef himself brought the Oyesters to the table and explained us about the Oyesters, which was very kind of him. They were pretty good. Overall a good experience with food. The service is not efficient. read more

Chiltern Firehouse is one of my favorite places in London. It's not exaggerating to say that I just want to fly back for Chiltern Firehouse. The restaurant or hotel renovated out of a firehouse has very cozy atmosphere but also imbues luxurious feelings that make me feel special to be around. I have visited for the dinner once and the breakfast; both were pleasant experiences. You won't be disappointed with this spot. read more

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The food is extremely mediocre and wildly expensive. It has a nice atmosphere with a trendy scene for sure. The cocktails are great but the food is not. Go for the scene not for the food. read more

The best chicken literally ever. My boyfriend got the steak and we split the herb potatoes. I kept saying this was the best experience I've had in London. Expensive, chic, but worth it! read more

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This place was quite tasty. All the food that we ordered, starters and main dishes, were prepared perfectly. Our table ordered the sourdough bread, octopus, ceviche, crab donuts, and shrimp for starters. All of which were excellent. From my main course, I ordered the ribeye, which was cooked perfectly, and the sauce that came with it. Fantastically with the steak. While a tad bit slow, the service was fantastic. We came on a cold evening in March, so we sat inside, but the outdoor seating area would be fantastic on a warm summer evening. read more

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From the moment you walk up to the front and through the lovely courtyard you're greeted with smiles and grace. This gem of a boutique hotel is an oasis in the heart of the city. This quintessential slice of paradise is my favorite place to stay in London now. The staff and the attention they give you is unlike anywhere else in the world. They call you by your first name, and every little attention to detail is just amazing. Andre Balasz is a master of comfort and perfection to fine living. I literally could live here and feel like I have a big family to take care of me. I've honestly never said that about any hotel in my entire life. I'm blown away how inviting and comfortable the room is. The bedding is dreamy and the towels are luscious. Now the turndown service is just perfect, a beautiful carafe with mint water, a white linen mat by the edge of the bed so your feet are always clean, that was huge for me. Now let's talk about the food WOW.. Chef Luke Hunn is a master of spices. I'm not even quite sure where his influence comes from, I would say it would be a mixture of the far east and European obviously. I Love everything that I've eaten. The bar is always hopping and the drink menu is diverse, clearly a mixologist created it. This place is Unique and divine and I highly recommend you visit, even if it's just for dining or a drink. read more

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Fun, posh vibe! I made a reservation for my birthday brunch here & i'm so glad i did! What a fun experience. I called about a month in advance and had no issues getting a reservation for the day & time i wanted. I know this place is notoriously difficult to get into but maybe that is just for dinner? I was apprehensive about it but ended up having no issues. We ordered several items - ricotta blueberry pancakes, cornbread, chili crab noodles, crab beignets & cesar salad. The chili crab noodles were to die for! I'm so sad i didn't ask more questions about them so i could try to recreate them at home. The cesar salad was also quite memorable. Overall, all the food was great and a fun place to celebrate a special occasion or a night out. Will definitely be back on my next trip to London! read more

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Had heard about this place a few years ago, so decided to take the time to visit. Don't bother. It looks nice. Menu is limited but looks interesting. Bar selections seem decent. But I will never know. I entered the bar area and the bar keep told me to sit anywhere. So I did. And then spent the next 20 minutes being ignored by every member of the wait staff. I eventually gave up and left without trying anything. If you choose to t try it, I hope you fare better than I did. read more

This was probably the most disappointing (and expensive) meal of our trip. While service and the atmosphere were great, the food was just so-so. They were out of the burrata appetizer, which was a bummer. The grilled octopus was just ok as was the mushroom/egg appetizer. My chicken was weird tasting and my husbands lamb was Ok. Everything was super small. I did enjoy the tarte tatin for dessert. I wouldn't come back. read more

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I'd like Chiltren more if it wasn't all that pretentious. The food is OK and the drinks OK but the service is so rushed and monotone -- apart from the Italian bartender who is actually a good chap. All the waitresses look like they are straight from The Handmaid's Tale dressed in identical jumpsuit with same length blonde wavy hair. Heard of diversity? Guess not. I like the cozy vibe both inside and outside BUT I definitely don't like that it has become like a backyard for all Regent's university dropouts. Will be going again but doesn't mean it's all great. read more

Lovely & upscale restaurant. Suitable for special occasions - lunch, brunch and dinner avsilable. It is a pretty fancy place to dine and there is a dress code - No trainers or flip flops! Casual smart is fine. People who show up there can be quite dressy. If you are lucky, you might run into a celebrity :) Unfortunately I've never had the chance to bump into any local movie stars during my visits. Bummer!! I had dinner on my first visit and it was on weekday with a group of 3pax. It was hard to get a booking, and you might want to do this in advance especially if it's near a festive season. We tried to increase our group size to 4pax at the very last minute over the phone but were politely rejected. So don't just show up with a +1 at the door, you might not even get your table. Upon arrival they ushered me to the table and took my coats and jackets. Immediately sat me down and made me comfy. Then proceeded to recommend me a cocktail which would pair well with our food. I enjoyed my first experience so much that I decided to make a second comeback with my partner for a Christmas brunch over the weekend. It took me about a good month in advance to book a slot, dinner slots were completely wiped out till 2017. I must say I was a little disappointed with their service the second time around. I did not receive the same hospitality as I did for dinner. The staff seem a little flustered that day, nothing was really offered nor recommended to us. It felt like that they were a little short handed. What a shame though, I was hoping to give my partner the same level of experience I had the first time but it wasn't up to that level. Nevertheless the food and drinks were still amazing. However it would be great if they maintain consistency with their services. read more

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If I could give this place zero stars, I would. Food was fine, service was terrible, and I paid €24 for the most disappointing espresso martini of my life. This all would have been fine and dandy, until when my group tried to leave after paying (4 young, college aged women), we were directed out through the back alleyway. They literally kicked us out into a sketchy, seedy, and dimly lit alley way after we had spent €500+ on dinner. I will never come back here. Save your money, and don't go somewhere that throws you out with the trash. read more

Very beautiful place. Nice building (amazing architecture), beautiful terrasse and a lovely bar. They say many artists/celebrities hang out here. We can easily tell why. Staff was very nice and smiley but so slow! We waited 20 minutes and nobody came to see us, we had to ask for the menus at the bar. Then, another 15 minutes to get our drinks. We were not sitting at the bar but beside the fireplace. Many people go there to see and be seen. Quite pricey but you expect it here. 18£ for a cocktail read more

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Took a colleague here to celebrate an anniversary. As usual the meal was fantastic. Nearly every time I'm in London I schedule a dinner here because it's one of my favorite restaurants. The bar is exceptional and a huge part of the experience for me while the atmosphere is buzzing but somehow also intimate. I've also yet to have one dish here that I even thought was average. It's one of the places I have and will continue to recommend to any friend visiting, and look forward to being back as soon as I'm back in the area. read more

An old fire station, chiltern is trendy and cute. We went for drinks with friends around 6:30 pm. There were 7 of us and we sat in the corner by the record player. Drinks are good with plenty of options for cocktails, beer, and wine. There is a bar menu for food, which includes cheese plate, charcuterie, burger, etc. Great place for drinks! read more

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This is a bustling restaurant in an old firehouse. It is lovely and vibrant. I had the pain AI chocolat and it wonderfully flaky with high quality chocolate within. My companions had the pancakes with syrup and berries and greatly enjoyed them as well. read more

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Hello handsome! Gorgeous brunch in a garden setting, elegant. Each area of the Firehouse is beautifully done - from the outdoor garden, semi-alfresco tall-ceilinged bar room, to the main dining room. Enjoyed an outstanding smoked salmon eggs benedict while friends loved the fluffy pancakes with fresh blueberries and crème fraîche. There is a bit of celebrity hype around the Firehouse, but regardless, quite a fine establishment. read more

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I've been in London for four months and this might have been my worst meal yet. That's not even factoring in that from midway through dinner to noon the next day I felt as if I was going to throw up at any moment. First thing I noticed about this restaurant is that they basically force up selling upon you. They don't give you the full menu, just a small appetizers and drinks folder and leave you alone long enough that you have to order something from it. We did, and both the appetizer I ordered and the drink my friend did didn't arrive until after our entrees had. No apology. That should never happen, especially considering that the orders were put in a decent amount of time apart, the contents, and price of them. I found the menu quite limiting in how they dress everything, and found myself ordering the rib eye steak. First appearance, it was cut in impractically large chunks and juices were leaking all over the plate implying they never let it rest. Then, trying to cut the large divisions down into bite size pieces was a task in itself because the meat itself was tough and chewy. Not what a rib eye should be at all. Throughout the meal I wondered several times how cheap had they bought the cut for it to have the texture that it did. As well, I ordered a medium rare and for the most part my steak seemed raw on the inside. That's probably why I felt sick even when I woke up the next morning. It probably was why both my friend and I found ourselves asking how they hadn't cooked the disgustingly large fat cap down more. Additionally, considering while ordering I had expressed to the waitress a concern for the jalapeño sauce, I don't understand why she didn't just tell me it wasn't spicy. She was intensive for most of the meal, even forgetting to ever bring something as simple as water we had requested over to the table. On top of that, considering the price of steak, it is unbelievable that fries don't come as a side apart of the dish and they have to be ordered separately. I have more complaints, but these are the most relevant. I would not recommend this restaurant. Do not waste your money here. read more

I was really disappointed by this place but the food was really tasty so Im putting a 3. The service was hazy not to the standard you would expect from such a place! However the food was really tasty and original. We had the seared steak salad, the pancakes, the crab doughnuts (loved those), Syrian tartare (very original with the yoghurt and pistaccio), the foie gras and the smoked mackerel. The Spritz cocktails although not appealing looking were super good! read more

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The hype was real, its Nuno Mendes at its best with no frills. Despite his Michelin background the ambience is relaxed and there's a open kitchen to see all the busy chefs at work. Staff are a little inattentive at times but all friendly. The 'snacks' are a must with its famous crab doughnut, we also had the tuna devilled egg, corn bread with bacon and maple syrup butter. For mains we got a mixture but I went for my favourite octopus with daikon/shitake in soy broth. This was Devine with a twist of Japanese flavours. My friends ordered the iberico pork and duck with caramelised carrots and smoked short ribs all looked amazing! We didn't stop there either and indulged in the desserts from strawberry eaton mess, peach melba and rye with old fashioned syrup and vanilla ice cream. We were absolutely stuffed and the bill came to about £70 per person but it was all so worth it! read more

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Booking: Either the mass panic bookings of 2014 have passed, or I was one of the lucky ones that didn't seem to have a problem getting a table for Dinner at Chiltern Firehouse. Was offered a place at the Chef's Counter on the phone, which I took (and recommend you ask for!). Arrival: Staff were friendly and courteous, and we grabbed some champagne at the bar while our table was being readied. Apart from quite a few Russian oligarchs, the bar was wells stocked with 12, 18 and 25year Japanese whiskeys, and some decent champagne options. Searing: We were originally sat at a normal table, but pushed correctly to be placed as booked at Chef Counter. CC is a little less formal, and requires sitting on a high stool with less leg room; so if you have a long leggy date (in a dress or otherwise) you may want to save it for next time. That said, it's the best table at the Firehouse; watching the speed and precision of the appetiser area, with the giant meat grill & smoking each behind, was a great conversation piece. The chef's ears perked up while we were chatting about what he was doing, and gave us a taste while explaining everything. The man was insanely busy, so that small gesture was truly special. Food: + Crab Donuts have a well earned reputation as a 'must have'. Only three of them but delicious. + Streak Tartare: a late summer sun sat on the tartare, that you beat into each other to give a very rich dish. The Firehouse hot sauce, a smoked spicy apple flavour, was insanely delicious. I would literally buy bottles of it alone. + Calamari: now off the summer menu, it was still delicious, fresh and not even remotely rubbery. + Main: credit to the waiter, he recommended we share the day's special of 300g Wagu beef with a wasabi-yogurt sauce and rocket salad (possibly as it was also £78). We paired it up with the Maple-Bourbon Sweet Potatoes (which is a mash, not fries). All I can say is the beef was succulent and tender, perfectly medium-rare; but the sweet potatoes mash- my god. Nearly too sweet, but I was licking (secretly) the copper bowl it arrived it (which is straight from the hot plate, so watch out). More. I wanted more. +/- Dessert: Key lime pie was lovely. The hint of bitterness was exactly what was needed after the rich meal. My companion had re fudge cake; a classic, but didn't blow me away. Tastes differ I guess! + Wine: Glass of Pecorino, my choice and the waiter's favourite (being Italian). + Service: solid and attentive. Waiter recognised me from somewhere else and told me at then end of the night, which was nice, and didn't mind having a conversation that didn't make you feel he was being nice for the sake of tips. - Other: exit later in the evening is out the side entrance by the hotel, though a franky dull corridor near the hotel area, into the side street. Just... Why? Makes you feel you are being turfed out into the gutter. Secret suggestion: find the smoking area past the toilets with the lipstick all over it. Meet some celebs. There are other bits, but unless you are a master class blagger or engine celeb, g'luck :) read more

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Chiltern Firehouse was the only nice, cool, fancy spot we planned on visiting during our recent weekend in London. It was hard to get a rez for brunch, but we prevailed. Unfortunately i decided to have quite the party the night before and had a WILD hangover that really inhibited my enjoyment of brunch, to no fault of Chiltern! The space is the cutest and chicest spot in all of London! Well idk if that's true, but it is really so cozy and adorable, down to the doggy salt and pepper shakers! You are definitely paying London, scene-y prices here. My brunch burger was £22, but was delicious. The service was also very nice and not stuck up at all, I really have nothing bad to say! Hope to make it back to Chiltern for a cozy drink on the patio! read more

I can't say enough amazing things about this place. The food was great and creative, the drinks were tasty, the staff were so charming and helpful and checked on us often, including the manager Sam (promote that man. He's a gem) and we felt like superstars! (Even though we're clearly not). I was so pleased because I went through a bit to contact and book this place from the states a month before I came just to be sure our group would have a spot. I'll post pics if I still have them. If your experience is anything like mine, you won't be disappointed. Side note: was kind of hard finding the taxi after we left due to the paparazzi, but the rest of the evening was so amazing who cares!? read more

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Get a spot outside, right by the fireplace, if you can. The patio is exquisite and the food delicious. I have never had the Uber-popular avocado toast before, in any restaurant, and this was a delicious initiation. The eggs were perfectly poached and the avocado was complemented with fresh mint and dill. Divine. Also, I've never had a soy latte with as much foam. Wonderful. read more

I confess that even though I read mixed reviews of Chiltern Firehouse and didn't really have high expectations of the food, I still wanted to go in the hope of meeting Kylie (Minogue) there. Alas it was not to be and I left sans Kylie as a new bff (her loss obvs). Firstly, the staff they hire are all gorgeous and friendly. Our waiter had the most beautifully perfect set of teeth combined with a great French accent that we all couldn't help but gaze into his lovely smile. And our Sommelier was just charming. The wine she helped us choose was a perfect match to our food. The food was a little disappointing. I ordered the crab donuts, steak tartare, and Grilled Iberico Pork for mains. Crab donuts were okay but surprisingly not very much crab. Steak tartare was definitely the highlight as this was served with a deliciously spicy smoked sauce that made the raw beef sing. Iberico pork was very disappointing. While the pork itself was perfectly tender and tasty, the accompaniments were a green, sour, slushy mess and did nothing to enhance or compliment the pork. For the price we paid, I wouldn't rush back in a hurry. read more

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This was in my top 3 meals of all time. We were on vacation visiting my brother who works in London and he recommended we go to Chiltern Firehouse for our Thanksgiving dinner. We were extremely lucky to get a reservation through a friend and it was definitely worth the ask! That night they had a Thanksgiving themed menu with the best sweet potato mash I've ever had. But the crown jewel of the night was our sommelier who went above and beyond bringing us different wines to taste, and obviously we obliged and ordered the bottles because his recommendations were impeccable. If you get a chance to dine here I promise you won't be disappointed! The service and ambience was very refreshing, especially since it's such a hyped scene. read more

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La comida es excelente! La berenjena cocinada a la perfección a las brasas y en madera con sabor ahumado. El ambiente sofisticado y sobrio.

2 stars for ambience. 0 stars for food. Crab stuffed donuts l, first were NOT donuts more like hard bun. Crab nonexistent ~ lots of egg to cover fact no crab!! Way too much mayonnaise. Do not order these. Tempura Aubergine was tasteless served cold, and sauce was "supposed" to be miso. Did not taste a drop of miso. Very bland sauce. Chargrilled Padron Peppers, were NOT chargrilled, hot, tasty. No salt, a whispering of ricotta salata did not give any additional flavor. They needed Maldon salt, but cold and watery they were. Very disappointed in food. Burger quality was poor, overcooked tough meat. Fries were warm, but tasted perhaps frozen from restaurant supply??? Just mediocre foods at best. Then to make matters worse a bearded bartender was extremely rude to me when i was taking a photo of bar, which was empty!! He said "you can not take photos! Such a stern rude voice, and i did not understand, so he repeated quite rudely again. So he then says hotel policy, i relied i understand. But why was i treated like this. How was i to know? No signs, no clue... so perhaps the next time he interacts with guests like this perhaps a softer voice, a nicer approach and not such a horrible glare. I almost left. In a way i should of considering the food and rude bartender. Waitress was adorable sweet, soft and kind mannerism. read more

The place brought childhood memories,I used to live at this street and I used see the fire brigates as something big and amaizing. And it used to make noise as they get out of the building to save lives. I never imagen that it will be Ahotel and fancy restaurant. The sarvice and the staff were amazing, they offer me a nice table after telling them I can't site on the high chair of the bar. The food was excellent the only thing is its over priced I think ! read more

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First trip to London and on a whim me and 3 friends came to dinner here for my birthday. Everything started off amazing. Food was great, service was spot on and atmosphere was really fun. Met some cool people sitting next to us and decided to get the check and go to the bar in the hotel attached,also apart of chiltern firehouse. This is where the whole night took a wild turn. After we got in ,the hostess, Amy Cuff, came up and notified us we would only be allowed one drink and would need to leave immediately after because the bar was "private" and since the hotel was packed they "needed the room" for hotel guests. Which we were with. Just FYI. The bar was empty.... We tried to order another dink from the EMPTY bar and the bartender said very apologetically the hostess notified him we were allowed one drink and then require to leave. Birthday ruined. Never coming back. Ladder Shed London. You failed. read more

Definitely make a reservation before coming, visited the restaurant on a Wednesday afternoon and the restaurant was packed! The food was good (loved the presentation especially), but not amazing - many dishes had potential but I find them quite bland. I tried the much hyped crab doughnuts and was disappointed, couldn't taste the crab at all! I recommend the trout ceviche, steak salad and raspberry pavlova, these were my favorites out of all the other dishes. read more

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I was SO EXCITED to eat here, I've been wanting to come for a while but never had the time. This place 100% met my expectations. The entrance is very confusing but normally they have workers to lead you to the restaurant from the entrance. The venue is also a hotel, so there are many hallways to walk down. The restaurant is bright and open and has a distinctive smoky smell. I was extremely excited to try their pancakes. THEY WERE DELICIOUS!!!! The pancakes are thick and fluffy and taste like thick American pancakes. The blueberries, blueberry compote, syrup, and yogurt topping all come on the side so you can add what you would like to. I highly recommend getting the pancakes. The pastries are also lovely. My mother got the croissants and loved them, but they are very large so next time, it might be better to get the selection of miniature pastries instead. The orders of toast are rather small so one order is only enough for one person, but it is sourdough toast and is amazing! They also have several delicious juices. The fresh pressed apple juice was amazing. Additionally, they have drip coffee that is pretty good. read more

One of the best resturants I ate at while visiting London. Cute, clean, great service and everything I had was delicious! If you live in London or are just visiting I highly recommend you try this restaurant. Make sure you make a reservation in advance! read more

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The menu at this place is one of the most "american" in London. It has a ton of healthy options, really good salads and fresh fish when I was there last week. I enjoyed the appetizers the most. The beef tartar was well done, with the right balance of flavors and the right cut. The key lime pie was out of this world and so innovative, it was a shell with a creamy filling and ton of flavor. I love the ambiance of this place and some of London's finest agree too. On my last visit, Zaha Hadid was there with a bunch of people. The service was perfect. read more

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Very relaxed and chill vibe on the patio. Very cool place to grab a drink or tea. One of London's hidden gems.