It is rumoured that L.A Baguette in Belvedere was close to closing down recently because it was not…read moremaking enough money. How?? This place is great. Sandwiches are made freshly to order exactly how you like them with a very wide selection of fillings in front of you so you can see exactly what is in your bap, roll or sandwich and how much you want in it. They also sell a selection of cakes and sweet treats as well as cold drinks so you can buy your complete lunch here, The sandwiches are very filling, much better value than the likes of Subway and is located right next to Belvedere train station so it is easy to grab something for lunch on your way to work. They have also started a service which delivers sandwiches to local workplaces which is ideal for conferences or group lunches. If you are driving then free parking is available directly in front of the store. Waiting times are never too long either, no more than a couple of minutes even at busy times.

I'm working locally at the moment and have say that this is a quality cafe. I have had a variety of…read moremeals from the menu and its all been good quality and tasty. The staff are friendly too. The interior is very welcoming and the photos of celebrities are put so perfect, that even an art gallery would be proud of them.

I've eaten at Parisienne several times and am a fan of the small neighborhood establishment. The…read morecappuccino was hot and generous and also well priced and their hot panini's are especially yummy. As a brunch place I'd probably pick somewhere else as the breakfast dishes are just average (not the best eggs benedict I've ever had...) but it's a great place to pop in for a sandwich and a coffee on a chilly day. Friendly staff and also coffee and food loyalty cards that will bring me back in the future.

If I'm in Shoreditch I'm always very torn between Franco's and Ruby's for my lunch. The boys at…read moreFranco's are always hysterical and I do enjoy a bit of flirtation as I order but the queue's here are sometimes just silly and I know that Ruby's food is just as nice. If I do decide on Franco's then it has to be tagliatelle Vongole (clams, chilli and garlic). Now this is a risky decision because regardless of how delicious it is, I know I will stink of garlic for the rest of the day and that no one will want to be within a mile of me. Sometimes though, when the pasta is this good, you just have to make certain sacrifices. Franco's pasta truly is the best comfort food and it's how I imagine a proper Italian mamma would cook for her children. No fuss, no special garnishes or side salads, just a bowl of steaming, spicy pasta. A warning to the health conscious, Franco's probably cooks with more oil, cheese and cream than the average Lidl's stocks yearly and their portions are enormous. Nonetheless, when it's proper comfort you need, calories just shouldn't be counted. Franco's is a great alternative to Shoreditch's more expensive eateries and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a cheap, filling and tasty meal.

When I was a lowly 19-year old runner at a media company in Shoreditch I was dispatched to Franco's…read moreon an almost daily basis to collect all manner of grub. Both a sandwich bar and a restaurant, Franco's is run by a charming bunch of lads from Madeira whose pastas are the stuff of local legend. Specialising in satisfying comfort food rather than fine cuisine, Franco's carbonara is just about perfect if likely constituting a week's worth of calories.

Opened in late 2012, right in the heart of Soho you can find a small Ligurian & Tuscan place called…read more&Pasta, offering fast-food Italiano. &Pasta is not just a random fast food restaurant, but it is also a little bit Italian deli. The menu reminds me of the restaurant chain Vapiano, you can combine a range of different pasta with different sauces, just as you like. The menu and the friendly and competent staff provide recommendations for tasty combinations, so you do not have to think too much yourself. When I got my plate with pasta, it looked really nice. And I actually quite liked my pasta. It also is surprisingly cheap. Even the chocolate cream filled pastry I had for dessert was delicious. If you need a quick pasta fix in Soho, &Pasta is the right place for you.

We saw the sign outside saying "best pasta in soho" and went on Saturday evening and ordered a…read moretagliatelle with genovese sauce and a small Glass of wine. It came to £10 but the food was cold despite being cooked to order. I gave it back, they popped it in the microwave and this time it was piping hit but I was dissapointed. So was the Italian on the table next to us who complained to which the Italian staff shrugged there shoulders. I was surprised to see the good reviews, unfortunately I was really dissapointed.

Guys this place is awesome! You guys should totally come here for breakfast or even lunch! They…read moreserve cheap good food. Not all breakfast place tastes good but this one is definitely it not like "maui poke" don't waste your time there but try this warrens sandwich bar go waste your time here for their delicious homemade food. Recommended and would love to keep coming back in the future!

Somehow, I managed to miss this place for over two years until a colleague opened my eyes. Wow,…read morewhat had I missed! This great Italian, family run place is amazing. The best part is by far the pasta bar, offering several choices of pastas, all cooked fresh and can be mixed in one order. Fair warning, the "large" is a lot of food. Like enough to feed two people, even though that doesn't stop me from eating the whole thing myself! The price is really reasonable and it is always a great choice for lunch.

Got a sandwich and chicken mushroom pasta for lunch. They have so many choices for takeaway during…read morelunch time and the prices are reasonable. The people who work there are also very friendly and shared there is an upper level if we wanted to dine-in instead. Great little spot with tasty choices.

When I feel like splashing out for lunch this is where I come to get a good feed. Good choice of…read moregourmet fillings, but at a price! Hot salt beef is in a bagel or in a salad box is one of my top contenders and recently discovered roast pork with apple sauce in a bap toasted YUM! What always strikes me when I come here is the state of calm all the staff have even when there's a 10 person queue out the door and people to serve upstairs.

The most authentic Italian cafe in the area. Everything is homemade and service is always with a…read moresmile. Enjoy!

i had the pesto pasta which was yummy. serving size was medium and i had some to take home. the…read morechef made sure to add extra cheese and pepper on it before packing it up for me. he is such a sweet person! never been to italy but felt i was taken there by the restaurant's authenticness. it's got a set of outdoor seating to people watch. but its limited so make sure to grab a seat before its taken. excited to go again and try the sandwiches.

Very good food. Very tasty! I went here when traveling on business and the the weather was nice…read moreout but wet but I still remember it well. I usually eat alone so I look for places welcoming to business travelers or sad, lonely men like me. They were very well accommodating and the food was worth the visit! I went several times!

When the price is right, the location is convenient, and the service is not only exceptionally…read morekind, but "authentic" enough to misspell "Main Coarse" on their menu, you know it's gonna be good. And goooooood it was! This small family owned restaurant is both attached to and run by the fine folks at Cafe La Cigale. (Consequently, La Cigale is an absolutely terrifying bug you can see here if you dare: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cicada, and consequently made my dining decision quite easy.) The desire of my heart (i.e. my stomach) was a delicious chicken shawarma, and though it wasn't on the menu, the waiter didn't even bat an eye before bringing "the secret house shawarma" just for me. The accompanying orange juice was literally a tall glass of orange-innards, squeezed to order. Colour me impressed. With a name like Mezza Express, I expected a run-of-the-mill chain restaurant. Instead I found myself in an authentic Lebanese tapas/appetizer cafe that also happens to provide free delivery. Express Mezza Express, if you will. And I will again and again ...