Absolutely delicious dinner!…read more We made reservations online about 2 months ago. 5:15 dinner worked well for us since we had a show at 7. We checked in on the lady with the tablet on the right side of the entrance. The left side is for walk ins. Super long line even at 5pm. But they were handing out small glasses of chai and something else. Anyway, the reservation line is short and they sat us right away. We wished we could have sat at the patio - it's covered. We didn't see that until we were already drinking. Well, next time! The ambiance - beautiful spot with lots and lots of tables. Every single one of them was taken. Tons of staff! They take good care of you here. Patrons vary, from dates to family dinners - the whole gamet! Come one, come all! The drinks came out right away. Dishoom IPA and chai. Beer came with a frosted glass. The chai was delicious! The food was amazing! Goan monkfish curry Ruby chicken Saffron cauliflower Garlic naan Basmati rice Everything was superb! I works happily go back tomorrow night!

Dishoom in Covent Garden exceeded our expectations! I had accidentally booked our dinner for 3 for…read morenext week instead of this week. The hostess was very accommodating and understanding, and didn't turn us away. Star 1. Our server, Georgia was amazing with excellent recommendations. Star 2 We had the garlic nan, prawns, chicken ruby and black Daal. Star 3 For dessert, a small yogurt treat with raspberries and lychee. Star 4 Will, a manager, was personable and hardworking - bussing, wiping and setting up tables. He took some time to chat and informed us that Dishoom is coming to NY and we hope he comes along, too! Star 5. Do not skip this experience.

Wow, wow wow!!! first of all, after we walked in the hotel, the woman in the front said you look…read morecold, have some hot wine. From there another person asked, would you like to take a picture underneath the lights with the Christmas tree. In other words, the service for the minute you walk in the Corinthian Hotel is phenomenal. I had the fish and chips was which was spectacular. The sourdough bread with the butter is probably the best sourdough I've ever had in my life. Lori had the strip steak, which was very good. But the fish and chips was this show stealer along with the sourdough bread. The wine and the Prosecco was spectacular. This place is definitely worth numerous repeats.

Tom Kerridge has a large beautiful restaurant in London that highlights his creative…read moreinterpretations of British cuisine. I had the scotch egg, though instead of a sausage covering, it was encased in flaked cod and it was delicious. I also the lamb which was perfectly cooked. There's a great wine list and service was superb. If you're looking for good modern British cooking, this Bar and Grill is the place to go.

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.

This place was a quick walk from our hotel and we went on the strength of all these Yelp reviews…read morebut, frankly, we were disappointed. My husband thought this place was like a TGIFriday's (remember them?) trying very hard to be cool... His Smoky Old Fashioned was VERY sweet while my French Kiss drink was just the right amount of sweet but the silicone tongue that came with it WAS too much. (And I think most everything a restaurant serves should be edible.) There were two tables nearby that got drinks that came on fancy lit up pedestal things, which we were hoping for, too. But, no... And then the food: Also reminiscent of TGIFriday's. Meh. The interior is cool and the framed prints on the walls were great. Service, from one of the managers no less, was very attentive.

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.

We were on a mission to find GF Fish and Chips and Hobsons delivers…read more A short walk from Trafalgar Square,this small fish restaurant offers some great fish and chips as well as other dishes. They have 3 locations in London. We were lucky to be seated immediately and placed our order. We each started with a drink. They have beer,wine,juices and soft drinks. We also had an.order of olives to.go with our fish. Portions are huge! We each had the haddock which was delicious. Not greasy at all! The inside is relatively small and they don't have outdoor seating so don't be surprised if there is a line out the door during peak times. Takeout is also very popular. For anyone with a GF allergy,Hobsons is a good place to go and try the local favorite of Fish & Chips.

The restaurant is super loud so it's hard to hear people at the table talk. The waitress was very…read moreslow taking our order and getting water for us. Watching her serve other tables, she gave most patrons drinks after their food was served. The cod was really good and meaty. The onion rings were amazing. The fries/chips were only okay. There was no salt on them and they weren't crispy at all. We got a tiny container of tartar sauce. It was hard to get her attention, so I finished the last half without anything. I don't know if the quality of fish and chips is typical for London, but I'm not that impressed. A small town on the Oregon coast had the best fish and chips ever. I will say, the onion rings were the best even though they were a little greasy. The coleslaw is not like USA slaw, but it was pretty good. I will probably try another restaurant for fish and chips to get a good comparison.

*reviewing for us picky Americans traveling abroad*…read more Fantastic Lanzhou noodle bar, actually got recommended this place after visiting the Chinese pharmacist for my back. I googled most of the restaurants in Chinatown and it looked like my high school GPA (not even a 4.0) so this place coming directly from the mouth of my pharmacist. Great broth, meat quality is superb, noodles were okay. Chili oil 8/10. Small bistro style, so prepare to share a table.

After 10 days in the UK, we were ready for a break from pub food and stumbled upon Lanzhou Noodle…read moreBar in Covent Garden -- such a great find! It's a tiny spot with just two communal tables inside (seating about six each) and a few outdoor tables. Definitely not the place for a long, lingering dinner -- this is quick, tasty, and casual dining. The noodles are made fresh on-site, and you can actually watch them being pulled, which is really fun to see. I ordered the chicken and peanut noodle soup -- it was flavorful, comforting, and hit the spot. The staff was friendly, though you can tell they like to keep things moving since there's usually a line out the door (and sometimes down the street!). If you're in the area and want something fresh, fast, and different from the usual London fare, this place is absolutely worth a stop.

Caffe Concerto is just up the street from our hotel. We were exploring the Trafalger Square area,…read moreand on our return, stopped by for dinner. The pastry display in the front window was impressive enough to attract me...after being seated and looking over the menu, I knew we had made a good choice. Staff were professional and friendly. The food well prepared and well presented. The nicely decorated interior was pleasant and amazingly quiet. They have a full bar, and we had a Cosmo while we looked over the menu. I loved my Spaghetti Pesto with mushrooms (3 types!), and my wife enjoyed her Salmon Nicoise salad. For desert, we shared a Mille-fueille and it was as good as it had looked in the window display! Reasonable prices, attentive staff and wonderful food made for a great meal.

The food is ok but bad business manner on the part of the management. They automatically add a…read more'discretionary charge' of 14.5% that you can 'ask to remove'. Don't mind tipping but don't like to be forced into it either.

We were going to a show while in London and were looking for a close to the theater restaurant…read more This place had strong reviews. We made a reservation through open table. The place has a fun and bright decor. We started with a Mexican style beer - Sir Veza (get it). It was good. We then got an order of their guacamole and chips which was very tasty and a decent portion . Their menu is focused on small plates but you don't have to share. We did share an order of the deep fried cauliflower which was good. I got two tacoson corn tortillas: one with shredded pork and the other an El pastor style with a chunk of fried Greek style "Opa" cheese. Both were very good. My wife enjoyed her large burrito with mushroom, beans, rice and cheese. Service was fast so no issue having enough time to walk the few blocks to the show. Thumbs up!

Loved my burrito. Spectacular flavors but nothing overpowering. We arrived with reservation for 5…read morePM before our theater tickets. We didn't really need the reservation. There's two rooms Connect by the hallway.

All the seats were roped off which sucked. I have a bad knee. Ok, McD order shouldn't be long…read moreright? I stood for over 10 min while my son tried to get on the McDonalds customer WiFi. Our phones showed "no internet." The manager and security guard watched us. I showed them we had no internet, they said "we do" and showed their phones. Fine if they couldn't fix the WiFi but maybe give a sh*t? They're advertising all over about using their app but then no WiFi to get on it? Nice. Then he tried to pay with my credit card, it wanted a pin. It's not a debit card, there's no pin. We did this for awhile and then he went and stood in line to pay. It worked fine up there- so much for self service. We eat McD maybe 4x a year- it's clearly too much.

Bless this poor McDonald's such a busy location, I have never been in or walked by when it wasn't…read moreslammed busy. When I came, ordering was easy on their touchscreen kiosks and food always came out correct and hot. Seems they have enough demand to turn over a lot of food, so nothing was stale.

My wife and I were in town celebrating our 45th Anniversary. We heard about the Flat Iron Steak in…read moreSoHo and had to check it out. This place was amazing as they said it would be! We were greeted by Maris and told that the queue would be about 20 minutes. We were then seated shortly and served with a tin cup of popcorn (complimentary) as a treat to whet your appetite...Then our server-Ida proceeded to the explain the specials on the menu for us. We ordered the ribeye special for 2 cooked MR. The steak was seared perfectly and the meat was tender and flavorful . Accompanying this meal was the rich mushroom sauce and the Creamed spinach and the Garlicky mashed potatoes made the meal even more delicious. At the end of the meal we were treated with a soft serve ice cream. What a great treat to finish off an excellent meal! From the hospitality and the service and the great food......This place is Top Shelf!!!

We were able to walk in and wait about 30 minutes for a table for 3 on a friday night…read more They give you a mug of popcorn to start. Menu is VERY simple. Flat iron steak or burger plus handful of sides. Then on your way out, you get a scoop of ice cream on a cone or in a cup- vanilla soft serve with choco powder. Tasty and different! The flatiron steak cooked medium rare was SO GOOD. and you get a cute butcher's knife to cut it with instead of a normal steak knife. Truffle mac and cheese- SO GOOD. the breadcrumbs with the truff sauce... YUM. Eggplant veggie side- red sauce with lots of flavor, also tasty Garlic mashed potatoes- very garlicy, great with breadcrumbs. Yum Overall we loved the food, it was amazing And not badly priced! 15 british pounds for each steak plus about 5 pounds for each side