I thought Comptoir Gascon was going to be one of those tiny hole-in-the-wall places so I was…read morepleasantly surprised by its spacious interior. I was less pleasantly surprised by the somewhat snooty waitress. I really don't like it when you go to a restaurant and feel you are being judged for what you are/are not ordering, and/or pressured into ordering extra courses, side dishes etc. This was happening explicitly, although she toned it down after a while, perhaps she noticed everyone thought it was kind of funny. Or maybe she just gave up, out of 10 people, 9 ordered the duck burger or duck burger deluxe. I struck out with the rabbit and was pleased with my choice - it was well cooked with a flavourful sauce although the accompanying potatoes maybe were a bit overdone. I tried a bit of the duck burger too and it seemed good. The deluxe version has extra liver on top. This restaurant is big on offal. My overall impression was good, refreshingly interesting menu, serious about their meat and relatively reasonably priced. Just need to have that server take herself a mite less seriously and they are golden. Nearly forgot to mention desserts - fondant was ok, creme brulee looked really good. Overall those didn't seem much to write home about. I would have been more interested in the starters - they had great specials as well as some nice choices on the menu. I'd definitely return to try more.

I would give 3.5 stars but am rounding up…read more Food was overall good. We had slow cooked egg with chorizo for starter, then duck magret for main. Everything was tasty, though I felt it lacked a differentiating factor. Nothing to call as "this place's defining specialty." Service was very good. Staff members were friendly and prompt, although things got quite busy toward the end. Ambience was minimalist yet stylish. High ceiling but a touch of that warehouse feel. Perhaps, I will return to give some of its other dishes a try.

The name Prêt à Manger (ready to eat) was coined by Valerie Tomalin, who morphed the title from…read moreprêt-à-porter, meaning "ready-to-wear". The outlet focused on gourmet, ready-to-eat food which was inspired by what the traiteurs of Paris served; the store's design was inspired by steel and chrome sandwich bars in New York City. This is my local Pret and serves as an emergency coffee stop as no Starbucks close by

I wouldn't review a Pret coffee shop if this one didn't really deserve to be shared. Apparently…read morethey're trying a new model of coffee shop here, promoting higher quality coffee, nicer seating According to what the staff told me, this is the only Pret outlet of this kind at the moment. The decor is different from other branches, seating is much better for example, and you don't have the walls full of fridges stocked with sandwiches and wraps. Instead, there is just a small fridge and you can order baguettes/soups/salad to be prepared for you, choosing from a panel. Coffee is different too, and the machine is much better. Also, they have proper china cups if you're eating in. But the best from this Pret outlet is the staff. They don't seem at all like Pret employees, are ultra-friendly and attentive, and don't rush you to order anything. So, it's like a improved version of Pret, with still good prices. I like coming here if I'm in the area on weekdays.

Every major cosmopolitan city in the world has something unique to offer that one does not see in…read moreother places. In Hong Kong, go crazy with Dim Sum; in Singapore, chili crab; in Amsterdam, Indonesian, no doubt; in France, definitely stay with French cuisine; in New York, deli food; in San Francisco, Californian cuisine; in London, for me, it's always been Lebanese, Indian and Moroccan. Of the three though, Lebanese is my favorite. It's competitive here, and it's not something you see much at all in the San Francisco bay area. You see middle eastern food, or Persian food, but never just Lebanese. So it's a treat to have it here in London. Byblos Harbour has a nice view. It also has good reviews on TripAdvisor. I find, when abroad, Yelp is not always the most accurate. It's a couple DLR rides away and it's fine for someone who's jet lagged. I've been eating Lebanese food all over London over the last few trips. I have a few of my favorite but this time a new one is warranted. What I liked about their mezza is that it's fresh and plentiful. And their grilled meat dishes warm, tender and flavorful. However, my favorite is their lamb shank with rice. Completely satisfying for the first meal upon setting foot in this country. Every dish came with peppers. I told the staff that I loved it. She brought me a whole box to take away. On the house. Amazing. It also offered a good selection of Lebanese wine. I have NEVER had Lebanese wine in San Francisco. Their red is quite different than other reds and as it's customary here, whatever you don't finish, you could take home with you. I did. And now I have a nearly whole bottle for the remainder part of the trip. The view is great. People were enjoying Sheesha (Hookah) out at the patio, which overlooks at the Canary Wharf. The view is really something. It's also, as it seems, a local's favorite. Even at 9:10 PM on a Friday evening it's crowded. It does take online reservation. It also has a nice take-away service. If you have to get one dish, as a single person, get the lamb shank.

Good food, slow service, large portions…read more Had tabouleh, baba ganoush, and lamb sausages to start. We had wanted the spicy sausages, but they didn't have any, so we settled for the normal sausages. Wasn't that great, funny smell. Tabouleh didn't have any bulgar in it. Good place to eat if in Canary Wharf.

I first discovered this in 2012 when I first moved to bayswater and the schwarma was 3 or 4 quid…read moreand I come back about 11 years later and it tastes just as good as I remember. The large is probably a bit too large so the small is best for me. I have gotten mixed and chicken and they're both very good, but I got the chicken on my last visit. Sure the guys aren't super nice and friendly but it's a takeaway place and the food is under 7 quid. You aren't going to get the best service but that's why I love this place. Cheap and cheerful! Also some seating indoors and outdoors for your convenience.

Best Shawarma Sandwich in London no doubt. The meat is…read moreperfectly cooked. Moist and flavorful. If you believe it is a bit greasy then let me remind you that the taste is in the grease. Free shredded salad offered with the sandwich. Nothing fancy but makes the experience special.

Chinese take out in Notting Hill neighborhood in London UK. Fresh, fast, bountiful with excellent…read moresauces. Had the House Chow Mein + veggie egg rolls. Sweet & Sour Soup. Spicy but great.

Chopstix is clean and modern looking so that is a plus. The service is that of a typical Chinese…read morerestaurant. I tried the stir fried mushrooms, spicy aubergine, and the squid with ginger and scallions. Both the veggie dishes were very oily but the ingredients in all the dishes were fresh and colorful. The spicy aubergine came with a ton of red and green bell peppers as well as onions. They overdid it with the scallions in the squid dish though. I must have had half a plate of scallions in there. If they could ease off on some of the oil this place would be a lot better.

Totally authentic and delicious Turkish food. You can taste the char grill on the tender kebabs…read more Served with crisp no nonsense salad, rice, 2 dipping sauces and fresh grilled pita. I'll be back for sure

First time for everything…read more.. Checked-in. Unpacked. Relaxed. Bam...! This is the very first eatery we spotted upon arrival to our hotel and we are all so thrilled to scope this out ourselves. Didn't bother to read any reviews or ask the hotel concierge for their opinion. We took our chances and it paid off. Greeted with a big smile, very enthusiastic and friendly attendants right away. Dine in or takeaway they asked and we decided to eat there instead. We were seated promptly. My ever so inquisitiveness... can't contain myself. I kept looking at all the offerings they have on display. My stomach is definitely bigger than my eyes. FYI, I did packed my monokini for this trip... from there on I know that thang won't be put into use. Kebab 49, you wicked, wicked you. My family and I all settled on the chicken kebab salad plate. This dish is so flavourful and yet so light. Basket of bread was no slackers either it's packed with different spices that teases your palate leaving you wanting more and I begged for more. We all opted for water even though I was thinking of regular cola. Place is nice, tidy and welcoming. I personally think pricing is fair for the meal we ordered. It's casual dining but there's no way this place is like a KFC and whoever gives this amazing eatery below 4 stars needs food therapy and food awakening. If you have any doubt then go back to your bland everyday habits. Overall, the experience was a very pleasant one, indeed... and went back 2 hours later for takeaway. Ordered the same, but this time with rice. "A good food is mouthwatering when you see it and finger licking when you eat it." -Amit Kalantri, Wealth of Words

Great late night bite to eat! Flavorful and fresh, they have halal and indian curries. Great…read moreservice.

I came in here for a curry without realising that the did Kebabs as well. I guess things are all…read moregetting mixed up these days. Anyway, I really wanted a curry in London because of the rumour that a lot of curries that I get in Australia are actually from England (which turns out not to actually be all that true). Still, they certainly did make a decent curry, but unfortunately it wasn't as spicy as the ones that I tend to end up having.

I don't even know where to begin. If I could get this place 6 stars, I would...that's how good it…read moreis. I'm sitting here in California dreaming about this place. Let me start. When visiting London, a friend of ours said that we have to go to Nandos so of course we went. Best decision I ever made. The place itself is so nice on the inside with original art on the menus and on the wall. Though you are seated, you go to the counter to order and your food is brought to you. I order the Four Chicken Thighs with two sides. Let me go into the food. First off, the way the chicken is made. Seasoned? Yes. Juicy? Yes. Tastes BOMB?! YES. I took one bite and I was so confused because just the flavors....so perfect. I don't understand. Whoever is cooking back there I need to shake their HAND! Look I'm hungry now just thinking about it. Even the sides I got, which were Spicy Rice & Garlic Bread were also perfect. Please...if anyone sees this, tell them that a girl from California needs an Nandos to open here because that is all she thinks about. Nandos...why did you have to do this to me?!

Just amazing, I have been to Nandos four times, two times on this trip and two times on other…read moretrips. Its just amazing, customer service is pretty good and it is right in front of a major tube station. I definitely will be back. Looking forward to trying the one that has opened in Washington DC.