Such a beautiful outdoor area! This is a lovely stop for lunch, an early dinner, and/or some…read moredrinks. The prices are a bit high, but the food is pretty good.

Visiting my cousin who lives in the area and came to the Ranelagh for dinner on a Sat evening of a…read moreBank holiday weekend. The weather was sunny and warm where most people were sitting outside. We managed to get table outside. They were a little under staffed so it took a while to get your order of food and drinks. Children friendly place and they even had a bouncy castle. Ordered the fish pie which was very good. Great washed down with a bottle of white wine. Very nice pub, people serving as well as the customers were all very friendly. Would definitely come back!

Fantastic Sunday roast! We came without a reservation and arrived right before they opened. Luckily…read morethey had a table available for an hour and a half, so we were able to take it before the next set of guests arrived. We got the scotch egg to share, which I was so excited to try. It was perfect - crispy outside and meaty inside, with the brightest orange runny yolk with a touch of flakey salt. It was so delicious! For my main I got the pork belly, which was also perfect. The skin was so crispy and crunchy, the meat was juicy, and the layers of fat in between were delicious. I loved the abundance of veggies and also the potatoes on the side. Service was so friendly, and the ambiance was great too! I'd highly recommend this spot for a Sunday roast.

We made a reservation for Sunday roast at P&B. To be honest, it was like Thanksgiving on a plate…read more We ordered the 45 day aged steak. It was tender and delicious. The potato's looked better than they tasted (overrated). What tasted the best in my opinion was the sautéed leeks and parsnips and carrots. The bread was like a fried donut, eh. The Scottish eggs are decent. The ambiance was cool n trendy. Music was on point. We enjoyed our night here.

Great restaurant for a date or a quiet meal with a few friends. Modern British cooking executed…read morevery well, we loved it. The service is also very attentive and personal, I will come back as soon as I can. It's a little gem on the Broadway

From the owner: The Clock N8 Restaurant in Crouch end uses the finest seasonal ingredients to create classical…read moreBritish cooking that both supports and celebrates Britain’s farmers and producers, many of whom are stallholders in the market. The Clock N8 offers high quality food and drink in the most striking, yet informal setting, for breakfast, brunch, lunch, Dinner and Sunday roasts

My favourite place to eat in Crouch End, if I can get a table that is!…read more I'm a big fan of their version of jerk chicken! It was a slight bastardisation of what I'm used to, but even though it's not quite authentic, it was bloody lovely! The addition of a pot of peanut sauce is GENIUS! I opted for a coke float, although I was hoping for a can of Ting or some Bigga Grape, but meh, the coke float was pretty great too! Mrs D had a fry-up which looked great, but couldn't compete with my chicken. It's not a cheap meal out, and some of the staff seem to cope with the constant throng of customers better than others, but I love it here anyway, and I'll definitely be back.

I LOVE this place. I visited for the first time last year and am utterly addicted to their jerk…read morechicken. It's truly immense. I went travelling for 7 months in between now and then and can sincerely say their food is the stuff you dream about when you're stuck in the middle of a strange country without your home comforts. It was also one of my first stops upon returning to London. My only slight criticism is the amount of time you sometimes wait to be served and perhaps certain staff could be slightly more friendly, but it is a minor flaw in an otherwise great restaurant. I recommend the jerk chicken sandwich, jerk chicken salad and jerk pork chop which is often on special. If you're not a fan of 'the jerk' don't worry, you can't go far wrong with any of the dishes really. And the prices are very reasonable. And as a quick aside I have dined on a table next to Simon Pegg, held the door open for Victoria Wood as she was leaving and there's a plaque claiming Bob Dylan was there in 1993. If it's good enough for them...

Fish and chips was fabulous!!! We sat on the deck and relaxed in the pretty back garden. Highly…read morerecommend

Went on a Sat night, beautiful building and decor, lovely service, and the best steak I've had…read morerecently. Four of us went and everyone said how good it was, I can't remember the last time we all agreed (my brother is the difficult one, not me). We actually booked for a Sunday lunch while we were there, and if anything the Sunday roast was even better than the Saturday dinner. I really can't recommend it enough, a great find.

This is a large pub-style bar and eaterie at the far end of Alexandra Palace…read more It has a high ceiling and central bar areas, with plenty of seating and tall windows. It is isn't the most atmospheric of places, but on a nice day the substantial outside area (somehow 'beer garden' doesn't quite fit the vast terrace) has spectacular views over north London towards the City and Docklands. This area is also used for outside events on a regular basis. The pub itself is pretty unremarkable, though the staff are friendly and the food is OK - nothing to shout about, slightly upmarket pub fare, but it's not trying to be a gastropub. It serves a small selection of real ales.

The restaurant is nice and welcoming. Airy enough to not be disturbed by anyone and nice…read moresurroundings that invite you to a casual and pleasant meal. Heirloom focuses its USP on being a British restaurant with British food and goods. From the beef and pork to the ales from across England. In this instance I went for the beer from Bristol whilst the others went for the Camden Pale Ale. A good visit and a return will be coming. One reason why my initial visit took a while and why my return will also be slightly delayed is because of the cost. It is not overly expensive or not worth it, but it is a pricey meal. £60 for two doesn't sound too bad, but for some reason, as a local food venue, I expect less. Strange logic.

Heard a lot of good things about this place. From friends and many reviews, not just blogs but also…read morefrom broadsheet reviews who are impressed. Seeing as this was virtually a local I try to make time one lazy Sunday. For my visit I decided to test their Sunday roasts. I heard this was good and though there is a choice of Pork, Lamb, Chicken and Beef, knew from research that Beef and Lamb were very popular. It also meant booking early for the Sunday so nothing ran out with our choice. Coming in before 1pm (post New Years) it was relatively empty. I was actually surprised how big the place was. I knew it would fill up later, but I like when it's not too crowded so the kitchen can pay attention to our order without rushing. Knowing exactly what we wanted we ordered the Lamb and Beef roasts. They came within 10-15mins. Again I was surprised... The portions were pretty generous which was good. The beef was nicely medium rare (even though they said rare). Still I liked the way it was cooked and was tender. With my beef (40 day age beef rump). I loved the fact the carrot came as one huge piece. Nicely cooked. As too the cabbage bedding the meat. Parsnips and roast potatoes were OK. Think potatoes could have done with some pre seasoning, or glazed in butter or Rosemary. The Windsor Pork Belly I tried was excellent. I must admit lamb is my favourite meat. Always get a bit of mustard and of course mint sauce on the side. Someone will gladly come and serve some when you start which is nice. It was very tender. Same sides as beef. My gravy was running out so I asked for a bit more gravy and they were happy to oblige, coming back with a fresh pot of gravy for my my beef (they asked specifically which roast I had presumably to get the right type of stock gravy to go with it). Service was so so. They perked up with a smile by the end. I really liked the setting, decor and vibe of the place and by 2pm it was getting more full. Will hopefully come back to try a 3 course special or tasting, at night to sample ambiance. Another thing I want to try is the sherry of Manzanilla which I heard is very good. Good addition to area, especially on a street which is now seeing more eateries finally.

The whole romance surrounding the mystery of this places location, I admit is attractive. Hidden on…read morean industrial estate, it almost felt like I was walking into a canteen. The building in which it resides, I think was a institute of eduction of some description? Reminded me of my secondary school if I'm honest. As you enter the restaurant one is greeted by a darkened room with lots of fairy lights hanging from the ceiling, which is a nice touch. The open kitchen is to your right and the rest of the space is filled with tables and chairs. Open kitchens always set off alarm bells for me, if the ventilation is poor then inevitable one will leave smelling like cooking - huge pet peeve. Who am I kidding? It's far from a pet peeve, it's outright hatred! So when I asked the waiter to open the window and was told no, I was less than impressed. In his defence he did open it 10 minutes later. I started with the black tiger prawns with chili and garlic which at £8.30 I thought was rather pricy. Following that I had the 21 hour pork belly with red cabbage and mustard mash. The pork was good, very tender. The 21 hours pretty much disintegrated all of the fat and the cracklin' on the top was just perfect! The red cabbage was sweet like a chutney which was an appropriate marriage with the pork. The only down side was that there wasn't enough gravy, so towards the end it got a little dry. Definitely an experience, and one that I would repeat but I'll make sure I've got my hair up and I'm not going anywhere but home, afterwards.

What do you get when you drop a slice of Shoreditch into the gastronomically bankrupt Wood Green?…read moreApparently you get a quirky, beatnik restaurant which garners a menu to rival central London eateries. The non-conformist Mosaica makes no efforts to attract nor does it give you any reason to come and claim it. Set in an industrial area, deep inside the artsy 'Chocolate Factory' where music and other creative enterprises hold office space, Mosaica is hands down Wood Green's gourmet gem. Among a cascade of kebab cafes, Polski skleps, and cheap Asian takeaways, stands this off-the-beaten-track, hidden-away restaurant. *NOTE: you will not find it without your mobile gps. It entertains a younger crowd, with painted plank wood flooring stretching across an open plan, converted warehouse, complete with hanging fairy lights. Its walls are strewn with modern art from local artists, mirrors, and a moosehead. The tables are heavy wood and the chairs range from old-fashioned full armchairs to wirey backrests to bar stools and everything in between. It also features a battalion of candles to fight almost black-out conditions. However, this lighting (or rather, lack thereof) could also serve for a romantic night out. The menu is stimulating, and though expensive for the area, is reasonable for London proper and the quality ingredients changed on a daily basis, as Mosaica boasts the use of seasonal local produce. My roast chicken with raspberry preserves and celeriac chips was perfection. So was my halloumi, pesto starter which was generous and filled with marinated, grilled vegetables which were flavorful without having been drowned in a combination of oil and dark Italian vinegars. My not-easily-impressed best friend spoke highly of the home made taste of the creamy tomato soup and her crab cakes as well. The waitress was very quick, attentive, and happily served us two rounds of neat Cointreau for desert. An excellent experience in a quality restaurant desert.

Interior: 4 Service: 5…read moreFood: 4 Value: 5 While in London, you gotta get yourself some bangers and mash, and Mother Mash absolutely delivered. The bangers were tasty, the mash was comforting, and the whole thing hit the spot after a day of exploring. But the food wasn't even the best part--the people were! Super friendly service, and I got to chat with the owner, who was genuinely one of the nicest people I've met on this trip. You can tell when someone really cares about their restaurant and the people walking through the door. Now for the sticky toffee pudding...DIABETIC DEEEELISH! My pancreas may file a formal complaint. JK...That sticky toffee pudding was ridiculously good. Great food, genuinely lovely people, and a dessert that made me dance. Welp! Onto the next!

the poor rating has to do with the rude staff at this location. i'm not sure if he was the owner or…read morea staff member, but there was an older man who was very rude to us when we arrived. we entered the establishment, as that is what you typically do when you want to dine at a restaurant, and he came up the stairs and didn't even offer a greeting. i mentioned that we had a reservation for that time and he immediately just kept repeating that our table was outside. we went outside to their small patio dining area, and saw that there was a table with a "reserved" sign on it, so we sat down. i thought it was incredibly rude that he spoke to us in that manner, and it seemed like he expected us to somehow know that that table was ours before we had even spoken to any staff. i was seriously considering getting up and leaving but i decided to give this place one more chance. it then took a while, but we were eventually served by a much more pleasant and friendly younger server, who helped make this experience better. i would give this place a lower rating, however i must admit that the food was delicious. as an american tentatively wanting to try british bangers and mash, this exceeded my expectations. we all spoke about how the sausage was plump, snappy, and delicious, definitely one of the best we've ever had. the mashed potatoes were also amazing- cheesy and heavenly, and i'm not even usually a mashed potatoes kinda person. i am glad that we stayed solely for the delicious food, but i would not come back because of our experience with the staff here. the place already was one of the emptier spots on this very busy soho street anyway.

A classy, beautiful pub housed in a former bank building. The classy yet relaxed ambiance suited me…read moreperfectly. Nice staff, great beer, very good food. Food: Ordered the chicken and leak pie. The pie came with mash and some very well prepared leaks and cabbage. Also ordered a separate a side of broccoli, and the broccoli was perfectly cooked. Excellent food. Beer: Had a couple of cask Fuller's ESB ales. Excellent. Service: Good service Overall cleanliness: Excellent

We are staying here at the counting house, but this review is about our dinner…read more We had dinner at the counting house for the last night of our London leg of our trip. I just have to say in general, everyone at this hotel and pub are just extraordinarily friendly and helpful. I'm not that familiar with pub culture and apparently the way it works is that you have to go up to the bar to order your food. I asked the hostess about it and she said that if we want a waitress there is an added service charge. We were on three walking tours that day and we're exhausted so I didn't care about paying the service charge. We started off with Yorkshire, puddings and gravy. I'm from the US. I don't usually get to have a Yorkshire pudding so I wanted to try it. It's kind of like a popover with gravy. The Yorkshire pudding was okay but the gravy was delicious. I saved the gravy and used it for the next part of my meal. We both had fish and chips. Unlike the US when I ask for malt vinegar, they know what it was and had it right away. I can't tell you how often in the US I'm giving red vinegar. The the fish and chips were spectacular. The fish was crispy even after sprinkling on the vinegar. The fries were very nice. Not as good as blacklock but very nice. And I am fry snob. My wife ordered sticky toffee pudding for dessert. I couldn't even finish my fries, so I passed. Overall a very nice meal and perfect for us as we were exhausted from walking all day and only had to go upstairs to our room afterwards.