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    Portobello Gold

    3.5 (42 reviews)
    ModeratePubs, Guest Houses, British
    Open 9:00 am - 12:30 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Oysters and Salmon Sashimi
    Alexander H.

    Good looking - food average at best After walking along the whole Portobello Road we were a bit thirsty and hungry. This pub looked very welcoming and the signs "fresh Oysters" made us going in. It is really nice inside - a classic pub. Lots of wood, a bit dark. We liked it. Service was fine on this pretty quiet afternoon. We ordered a glass of white wine and a pint. Salmon Sashimi and half-a dozen of Oysters with. Wine and beer were nice and cold. The Salmon Sashimi was ok. Fresh enough. The let-down were the oysters. Didn't taste that fresh and quality-wise not on top. We've been quite spoiled in Scotland and Ireland. We had some really fantastic oysters there. So after that, these here just couldn't compete. Didn't give us and problems (like stomach ache), but we just expected a bit more from the taste and quality. It's a fine place to have a pint to rest your legs a bit. But I'd leave it at the drinks and eat somewhere else.

    Laura N.

    An independent pub on Portobello Road? A B&B style room for £74? The best margarita and nachos this side of the pond? An extensive tequila list? An indoor tropical paradise? Mulled wine? Attractive bar staff? An owner with charisma that would make Obama jealous? A loo that has been loved by the likes of William Jefferson Clinton? Free wi-fi? I'm just not sure what's not to love about this local gem. (Maybe that I don't live next door. Or upstairs on the roof terrace, for that matter.) I'd say that this pub on Portobello is a *must stop* full stop. Then I'd say it three times fast, because Portobello Gold is the epitome of a 5-star establishment in my book. No pomp and circumstance, just a low key local with fair prices, just enough camp to be cute, and a family feel. What's not to love?

    Heather K.

    Came in with my husband one afternoon because word on the street was they had oysters in the pub. Indeed they do -- I ended up ordering the salmon sashimi and a half dozen oysters (I was dying for something actually fresh by this point in our trip). The food was really good (and you can get the oysters served in one of three styles) so I was happy with that. I was concerned about ordering raw items in a place like this (I'll explain more in a minute) but it turned out ok. We also ordered a cheese plate to share which was good as well. I do have some issues though! First, the place is downright filthy. I was excited at the prospect of sitting in the "hippie deck" in the conservatory room but when we came in and I saw how gross it was (upholstery stained, crumbs and smears all over the table) I passed on that. The circular booth just below it was even worse -- the cushions were so stained and coated with grime, it looked like the Exxon Valdez had dumped its load in there. WTF! I almost wanted to leave at that point because really, food is served here? Gahh! The floors look like they haven't been cleaned in years, there's grime caked into the corners of the walls, and the bathroom is really icky. Also, our server was incredibly slow and pretty much forgot about us. It wasn't a busy afternoon either; we were one of maybe 4 tables in the whole place. Good food, pretty good beer, but man....this place needs a douche!!!!

    Katie F.

    Cheap and cheerful, with emphasis on the latter. I loved the covered back room and the plants, I liked the visit by the pub dog, and i loved the food. They served Leffe too. Mmmmmmm.. The room was TINY though, with a wall on 3 sides of the bed, and little other space. The toilet was reached by walking through the shower. Not a wet room, just a cheat on the space. I bet it would be a fun place to stay on the weekend.

    Qype User (Beck…)

    A lovely Sunday afternoon pub, the old style front bar in traditional wood is a small space where you can find comfy little booths and nooks and crannies to sup a pint. This area leads to a 'garden house' at the back of the bar filled with plants and palms that makes up the dining area. I haven't eaten in here but I will do, as the place looks very tempting and I hear their roasts are topnotch. They have regular music evenings, and look out for their Sunday evening sessions with a good mix of musicians and styles.

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    Food was fabulous. Upstairs dining was very comfortable. Service superb. What a lovely lunch!

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    Visited there in late July with friends. We had a late lunch and long visit and rested our feet. Waiter was great, food was delicious.

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    Very nice Pub who serve up a fantastic Guinness I should know as I drink it by the bucket loads lol.. But on a serious note a must try

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    If you want to step away from the buzz on Portobello road and enjoy it as a bystander - this is the place.

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    The Mall Tavern

    The Mall Tavern

    4.2(74 reviews)
    0.5 miNotting Hill
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    My family and I were in Notting Hill after visiting The Churchill Arms. We were expecting that they…read morehad fish and chips, but they only had Thai food. We specifically came to try fish and chips, so we were lucky that The Mall Tavern was nearby. Each of us ordered fish and chips, and all of our plates were left nearly empty. My goodness, I have never had better fish and chips than here at The Mall Tavern. The fish was crispy, and the chips were perfectly salted to taste. I appreciate that chips in England are more like potato wedges than classic American french fries. Way less fried and way less salty, so you can enjoy the actual taste of the potatoes! I also ordered a side of Mac and cheese that we all shared. I don't know what kind of cheese(s) was used, but it was the perfect starter to our meal. For dessert, we had the sticky toffee pudding for the first time. It was hard not to order another one!! We came in for late lunch, so the restaurant was empty. I assume they are much busier at lunch and dinner time. I also enjoyed the selection of beer while we waited for our food to come out. Next time I'm in London, I'm returning here immediately.

    MY GOODNESS, place was incredible! I visited London with a group of friends, and we made a…read morereservation well in advance, which I'm so glad we did. This restaurant was absolutely amazing from start to finish. I ordered the beef roast, and we also shared a side of the creamy cauliflower, which was to die for. I truly cannot sing the praises of this restaurant enough. The service was personable and welcoming, making it easy and comfortable to ask questions and try new things. One of the managers (apologies I don't know her name) checked in on us several times and even encouraged a few of us to try additional menu items. The food came out quickly, and once it arrived, the table went completely silent because we were all too busy enjoying every bite. I highly, highly recommend this spot to anyone visiting London and even the locals. A solid 10/10 experience!

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    The Champion- Notting Hill - Sunday roast sharing platter

    The Champion- Notting Hill

    4.2(136 reviews)
    0.5 miNotting Hill
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    We just got into London, and our time and bearings are a little off. We got there with a few…read moreminutes till they cut off the food. The waitress was super nice. Ordered two burgers - some of the best I've ever had. Beer was good. Definitely a great stop in London. Neat location. I highly recommend this place!

    This was a decent pub we all had dinner at in London on a Monday. Service is a little different in…read moreLondon. You typically order at the bar instead of a waitress coming to the table. One eventually came to our table after sitting awhile. I of course had to try the fish n chips. A couple of veggie burgers were ordered and a regular burger. Surprisingly happy hour was still on at 8 o'clock so drinks were ordered. The food all came at the same time and everything was cool. The fish had a nice flavor from the fried batter. To me it was similar to Long John Silvers as far as the batter is concerned, but slightly better quality overall. The fries were standard. The only thing horrible was the very bland mashed green peas. They should be omitted from every pub across the country, but I think it is a traditional item included with the fish. The cocktails were good as well as the price. The sticky toffee pudding was something else I was advised to try while in London. I must admit it was really delicious. It came with a scoop of ginger ice cream and a warm buttery toffee sauce to pour over. It was delightfully warm and sweet and paired well with the ice cream. The cake itself was moist enough on its own with notes of brown sugar and molasses. I could have had seconds and thirds of this desert. Yum! The majority of my party didn't think the food was fantastic. The burgers happened to be somewhat alright. This was a first for me having pub food and I would have more again as long as I stick to the basics.

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    The Castle

    The Castle

    4.1(58 reviews)
    0.5 miNotting Hill
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    This place was excellent! We came here to try their Sunday roast and it didn't not disappoint!…read more We also got some chips and pigs in a blanket for the kids. Hospitality and service was amazing and super accommodating, lovely staffs!

    Went to the Castle because they were offering classic British Sunday Roast (if you don't know what…read morethat is, it's a big deal over here. Some sort of meat (beef/pork/lamp/chicken/vegetarian option, plus roasted potatoes, veggies, gravy, and Yorkshire pudding (a sort of conical croissant?))). My SO had the Sunday roast customized for her in her inimitable way, but was still not pleased. I ordered off the regular menu, and loved it, so 5 stars! She can set up her own Yelp account if she wants to argue. The service was friendly and helpful (although once the food was served, we didn't see them again. This is kind of normal for UK pubs? I feel like the booze options on Yelp need updating: beer, wine, straight liquor and gin & tonics. Maybe call it Uk pub full bar? No martinis or Moscow mules here.) Our server (south Asian dude, helpful, accommodating, and friendly) was awesome, but so were the other staff (2 nice young ladies of different ethnic ancestry), so basically across the board great service. Weather was great, so we enjoyed people watching from our outdoor seats (Daunt book totes are definitely a thing here. Even when the bookshop in question is closed)

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