We had a spectacular time here! I would have loved to try every single drink on their very…read moreextensive menu! I have been to two different locations, but they were both gorgeous spots, like the look and vibe is top notch. The drinks? Kitschy and weird as hell. Do they taste good though? Live up to the price and the hype? YES. 1000% The drinks are fun and funny and most have some sort of little quirk...color changing, in a weird vessel, tasty sweet garnishes, etc. But they also all taste amazing. Some are a show to watch them being made, some are diy mixed at the table by you. I was brought here the first time by a family friend who lives in London, and when I returned a year and a half later, with our hotel around the corner from an Alchemist, I made ALL my friends on the trip go here on our first night. And we all returned at least once more during our week in the city. Service was good and patient with our large group, food was decent...I simply have had an amazing time every time I have gone to the Alchemist and if there was one in my hometown I would be out of house and home giving them all my money. Highly HIGHLY recommend.

The Alchemist was literally at the bottom of our Airbnb, making it incredibly convenient--and I'm…read moreso glad we stopped in. The location is fantastic, the customer service was excellent, and the atmosphere made for a really enjoyable breakfast. I started with a cappuccino and added salted caramel, but honestly, the cappuccino was so good it didn't even need it. It was smooth, rich, and perfectly made on its own. For breakfast, I ordered the Eggs Benedict. They offer two versions: one with pulled beef and one Florentine. As someone from the US who's a bit of an Eggs Benedict snob, I've tried countless versions over the years, and pulled beef just wasn't something I could picture working with it. I went with the Florentine and customized it by adding bacon, avocado, and a side of sausage. One thing I've learned while visiting the UK is that the sausages are much larger than what I'm used to back home! I honestly could have skipped it because it was so filling. The Benedict itself was unique--the base was almost like a buttery croissant instead of a traditional English muffin, and it came with pickled red onions, which was an interesting touch. The poached eggs were cooked perfectly, and I especially enjoyed it with the added bacon. The food was fresh, high quality, and beautifully prepared. There was plenty of seating both inside and outside, but I chose to sit outside and enjoy some people watching, which made for a relaxing start to the day. Overall, a great breakfast spot with delicious food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere. I'd definitely come back.

WOW, this place is delicious!…read more Our family stopped in London for the last part of our cruise. After touring St. Paul's Cathedral, we were pretty hungry. We found The Fat Bear via Yelp!, and decided to give it a try. There were so many things on the menu that looked really good, but I had been craving chicken and waffles. The waffles were crisp on the outside, and fluffy on the inside -- the chicken, cooked perfectly, too. The syrup they serve it with is incredible. I definitely recommend checking this place out if you are in London! Carson C. Visalia, California

I felt a bit like a genius because I was choosing a place for several friends to meet up and we all…read morewanted different things. I wanted something with at least one good veggie option, they wanted something with meat, and it had to be somewhere in-between Camden and Canary Wharf, not too pricey, and ideally close to the city because otherwise our Italian friend probably wouldn't make it. And lo and behold.... THE FAT BEAR!!! It was all we wanted and more! This place is sort of tucked away and up some stairs above a pub. It's really just a room and a half, which makes it super cozy and they have a pretty awesome looking bar. It's got warm lighting which makes the atmosphere really nice. Their cocktails were delightful and the service was excellent. I will make a very strange observation that someone working there had a very drunk friend who just sort of made herself at home. Then more joined and it turned into me watching this table of really really drunk people trying to order food. Two of them ended up just falling asleep. It was super strange. Anyway, me being distracted aside, I really loved the cocktail I ordered- Sloe Boat To China, and everyone else seemed happy with theirs. I was dying to try the pimiento cheese starter and the fried pickles. The cheese was particularly sharp and delicious. The pickles were good, but quite skinny (I mean come on, you're in an American restaurant I was expecting some serious pickles). The vegan gumbo was super spicy and delicious. I was impressed and enjoyed it. My husband dropped the ball and ordered the regular jambalaya (with sausage) rather than the seafood one which broke my heart a little bit, because I really wanted to try it. You know, I guess that means we'll just have to come back. Oh also another bonus, this place has brisket which is really hard to find. I can't say how it tastes but my friend said he defo approves (am I becoming more British with these words, or just more annoying?) Anyway, to finish it off I had the oreo cheesecake which the bomb. I love oreos. And it tasted like oreo. So all was right with the world. A wonderful place to come if you have people who want to try American food, or if you have out of town Americans who are too scared to try other food, or if you have hungry friends that want to try cajun food, or if you just want to try some really yummy food.

Great pub in the heart of London with a fantastic ale assortment, as well as cider and liquor. It…read morehas a traditional, local charm and when we visited on a Sunday night was packed by locals and visitors. Luckily we found some stool seating by the front and were able to enjoy some beers and take in the ambiance. There's an upstairs that is accessible by a very very narrow staircase which even has handles for support, all part of the fun lol!! Beer: We tried out the Guinness (great pouring process!), peroni, and a local ale which the bartender allowed me to sample. He was very helpful and walked me through the different ciders they had in stock and even how you could add fruit syrups to sweeten the flavor. What makes this place even more memorable was the helpfulness of the young guy bartending. He helped us plan how to get to Gatwick airport extremely early the next morning and we owe him a big one!

Typical London pub experience. No food except for crisps etc. Prompt and attentive bar service…read moreonly.

Incredible drinks. Truly perfectly balanced. Walked right in, say down, had a fantastic time…read more Service is truly impeccable too, for sure a top notch place. Loud music but at least it's live! Don't look at the bill when it comes back...

Had a quick cocktail here before lunch at the Savoy Grill…read moreMust say this place was delightful and proper fancy Staff were excellent and so were the cocktails- obviously very expensive but at least they tasted and looked good!!

We stumbled on Bill's on our journey wandering through Soho and Mayfair. It was the first true…read moreBritish breakfast we discovered. Okay, it was only day one or two ... Inside it's a hodge podge decor that goes together in ways that you wouldn't think because so much of it doesn't quite go together. The service was lovely, though a tad testy at first because we wanted a four top, even though we were only two primarily due to our tendency to order a lot so we can try anything. They didn't want to initially even though they were a bit empty at the time. But a quick explanation and a gander at what we began to spout to our waitress easily changed their minds. Everything was absolutely delicious, even the pudding, which we probably didn't need a detailed explanation of, but we dared to ask anyway. If authenticity and deliciousness is what you want, this is the place to go. In fact we are heading back in a few weeks and this is on our list of places to revisit.

Cute little spot for food and drinks. The service was quick and nice. The flowers inside really…read moremade the energy calming and gorgeous. The food was incredible and the coffee was very delicious. Would definitely recommend if you're in Soho, Adywich.

I was visiting London and someone recommended Flat iron. Gives vegas steakhouses a run for their…read moremoney. Started with a drink at the bar as my table was being cleared. Great vibes. When I was sat, I was greater by some delicious popcorn and water. I ordered the dry aged ribeye, with peppercorn sauce and Crispy Bone Marrow Garlic Mash. Everything was perfection!!! Truly. So tender, so flavorful. At the end of the meal they give you a token for a free ice cream cone for after or to come back later. It was a delicious salted caramel with chocolate shavings. Delicious and such a kind gesture to keep the customer happy or come back. I was truly shocked that is place is a chain with multiple locations all over the uk. They truly care about making a great steak available to everyone. Definitely my favorite bite in London.

This restaurant was recommended to us and we (fortunately) made reservations in advance (they were…read morenot taking any walk-ins). All of us opted for the signature flat iron steak. It came on a platter and was cooked as requested. The steak was fine but (for me) a little on the small side. All of the side dishes were a la carte. They offered a variety of cuts of steak which I may try if I ever come back to London.

I came here for dinner the night I arrived in London. If you are a tourist, fish and chips is…read moreprobably the one dish you need to try on your visit. Garfunkel's seems to be a casual dining chain here. The atmosphere is similar to Applebee's, BJ's, and Chili's in the US. Plenty of tables and booths inside. They serve a variety of American food, ranging from pastas to pizzas to burgers. I opted for the fish and chips from the British Classics menu. It was £12.95, which is around $16 USD. Kind of a hefty price, but the portion was fair. The cod was cooked well, and the fried batter was crispy. The chips (US - fries) seemed a little soft, compared to the ones I've had back home. I do have to note that the rest of the dishes were a bit bland, but that was also the problem at every restaurant I ate here. Service was a little slow, but it was crowded when we came. Overall, the American menus is lacking, but I definitely enjoyed many of the British Classics offerings.

Good value, good service, clean... We have eaten at this Garfunkles twice in the last 5 days--so,…read moreyes we can recommend it! I love the pea/potato salad on their salad bar!

Fancy filet meal pre theater fix price. Enjoyed dining my way through their prefix meal…read moreaccompanied with champagne. The filet was so tender and flavorful it melted in my mouth. Light mushroom sauce and broccoli accompanied my meal. Highly recommend.

Cool place on the inside and service was decent outside of the wine. The biggest disappointment was…read morethat the wine pours were the smallest I've ever seen. The bartender said it's a standard pour. As someone who drinks a lot of wine, I can promise it was VERY light. It wasn't an isolated bartender either as a different bartender gave the same pour. Onion soup- 4.2/5- Very salty, which is the way I like it, but not for everyone. Good amount of cheese and good broth. Chicken Ballontine- 3.2/5- chicken was pretty good, came with some kind of pasta and vegetable mix that was very oily. Pretty small dish. Pomme Purree- 4.2/5- very good, no complaints at all, reasonable price. On the google menu they had chicken paillard, which was not on the menu for dinner. Overall, decent restaurant, but much better French spots in London.

If you're looking for a high end steakhouse look no further. I first came here 7 years ago on a…read moretrip to London and have dined here several times since. Service was quick and personal, the atmosphere was great and we had some amazing food again. My filet was spectacular and thats comparing to many top steakhouses in the US and Australia. My only negative comment is the cost. Compared to similar steakhouses overseas its more expensive. Despite that I'll be back next time I'm in London.

This is a beautiful restaurant, very classy with elegant lighting and a very old school vibe…read more Waiters in white coats bustling food deliverers, etc. The service and attention to detail were impeccable. My partner and I visited on New Years Eve. I'm not sure if this is always the case, but the music playing was primarily American rock - like The Eagles, Neil Young, etc. It's fine, but not very in line with the classic, upscale feel. The bartending staff was top notch. I had a martini and my partner had a house Manhattan, both were perfect. We shared the iceberg wedge to start, a personal favorite, and this one was spot on. Great bleu cheese dressing, still warm lardons, and crispy, fresh iceberg lettuce. For mains, I ordered the aged Irish ribeye and chose to have it "gorgonzola encrusted". This was the first misstep. First of all, the grass fed beef stands on its own, I would never choose to add a sauce, but this was encrusted, right? Not so much. Here's the definition of encrusted from the Oxford dictionary: "Covered or decorated with a HARD surface layer". What I received was a steak smothered in (a very lovely) gorgonzola SAUCE with some bacon and spring onions. Had I known it was a sauce, I would have skipped it, or at the very least had it served on the side. Slightly disappointing, but the steak was perfectly medium rare and delicious. My partner ordered the hake. It was served with a prawn and a very tasty tarragon pesto. She said the pesto was the star. The fish was delicate and also well prepared. We shared sauteed spinach and roasted mushrooms, both delicious. For dessert we shared the banana and toffee mousse. This was the second misstep. This was a tasty dessert, but it was definitely not mousse. It was a very small sliver of banana bread (?). It had strong banana flavor and was served with rum raisin ice cream which was nice. It was also thankfully a very small portion as we were stuffed. Overall, a very decadent and elegant meal to ring in the new year!

A landmark, though it may be past its prime. A decent burger, nothing to blow you away. The staff…read moreis friendly enough, but not as attentive as they should be. The ambiance is the main driver here. The history, the warmth. Come before or after a show and it will be worth it.

A great place with good food, and old timey appeal. Service was great and food was also goodread more