We came here for dinner last evening in hopes of getting a good meal in a cozy, warm atmosphere…read more I'm happy to report that The Scarsdale Tavern delivered on both! The dining area in the back is a bit on the smaller side, and tables are close to one another. However, it worked for this tavern in that it created a more intimate environment. The decor is what I think of as quintessentially British. My husband ordered the beef Sunday roast, while I ordered the porchetta Sunday roast. It was a lot of food, but it was exactly what we needed as our first meal after a long flight from the States. I found my porchetta to be slightly dry and it could have used just a little bit more of that brown gravy. Otherwise, everything was delicious. i loved the roasted potatoes and Yorkshire pudding, while my husband's favorite was the sweet and spicy butternut squash. Our kids got the kids' portion of fish and chips, and they made a pretty good dent. I would highly recommend checking this place out!

Staying around the corner . After the Abingdon this was a come down . Ok but - maybe an off day ?…read moreOur first couple of food choices were out . Asked for a beer list and well ya know the look . They were out of my first two choices there too . pointed to the brew tshirt the waitress was wearing - sorry we r outa that one too...it was a theme. I'm sure on the right weather day with the right server and the beers and food spot on this is a solid local - the time we visited we had none of that sadly . No big deal but a bit of a letdown disappointment ...

Walking home from a great meal at Jacuzzi on Kensington High Street to our hotel Ember Locke on…read moreCromwell Road, we were magically drawn to this delightful outdoor row of sharp looking cozy tables awaiting someone to enjoy the peaceful time between sunset and dark. Crisp navy cushioned benches with throw pillows and lit candles set the mood. We each had a lovely dessert and a cocktail. Our server was animated and engaging, we enjoyed our time here and would return again and again if we lived in the area. Such a great area !

We made an early reservation (6:15) but got there a bit earlier and enjoyed a round at the pub side…read moreof the restaurant. Quick warning to early birds, this also tends to be when families also dine. (We had a few excited young friends as well as a few unhappy/hungry/tired friends seated around us.) Between us and our dinner mates we've raised a total of 11 children - so it didn't phase us, but something to keep in mind. The pork chop was absolute perfection. I couldn't decide which sauce to choose, so Marta, our server, brought all three. (The peppercorn one was my fave, followed by the Bérnaise.). My date had the curry and really enjoyed it. (So much so that I only had a small forkful of the sauce, he cleaned his plate!) The booth was cozy for our party of 4. Easy to catch up and comfortable to sit for a bit. Great spot!

This is a fun neighborhood pub with an outside seating area and a large indoor eating area with a…read morefireplace and plenty of tables. We have found that it is difficult to find a porter or stout in London, so we had to stick with Guinness, too bad. For a lighter beer, the Hoegarden isn't bad. They do have a good menu with burgers and pizza, but I decided on the homecooked pie with sweet potato, spinach and goat's cheese. It was served on a layer of green peas and mashed potatoes with a side of delicious onion gravy. The service was great. We got our food quickly and the bartender let us sample a few beers.

The environment was lovely. The food and drinks were on point. My husband said it was the best…read morefish and chips he had in all of the places we tried. Lost a star because after one round of drinks, our server disappeared and I had to locate him to ultimately get the check.

The brunch was going great...almost a 5 star review until the server behind up dropped an entire…read moreplate of food on my partners back. Ive never had an experience where someone does something like that yet nobody apologized or made sure anybody was ok. They continued about brunch like nothing happened. Theres food and stains all over his coat, shoes and jacket. Maybe its a British thing to be nonchalant when you have an accident but that totally ruined the experience.

After reading the yelp reviews I decided to give Dirty Bones a go and I'm glad I did. The place is…read morevery throw back in the sense it has old school 90s rap playing for music and a New York City vibe to it. I was sat immediately and chatted with a few of the waitresses who worked there to see what they liked and what was popular. I ended up going for the Mac Daddy I believe it was called. I also opted for the lamb fries and thank god I did!!! I have to say those were possibly the best fries I've ever had in my life. They are covered in a jalapeño sauce that isn't too spicy, but has excellent flavor. The fries basket was also covered in red peppers and a lot of lamb. Seriously, the fries were divine. The burger was also good, but I'd recommend you ask for it cooked well...there was a lot of pink left in the middle of it (a little too much for my liking). I had a few beers that hit the spot as well. This place has great food and excellent service, I highly recommend it!

What an amazing place! There are theatrics, cocktails, ambience and, of course, Detective Mitch! We…read morehad so much fun at the Evans & Peel Detective Agency from the minute we rang the bell to the photos taken at the end as we left. We found this speakeasy on Yelp and didn't have reservations but got in anyways. The entry door is very subtle and once inside you need to plead your case to gain entry. Your case would be a mystery you are working to solve. We had a lot of fun with this part and our improv skills were put to the test. After being allowed through the secret entrance, you enter a 1930's prohibition style well decorated bar. All the staff are dressed the part and act the part. The drinks are in a casebook style booklet and have handwritten descriptions of the choices. We each had a couple of the drinks and really enjoyed them. The staff even comes around and mingles with you if you want. Most of the talk is the acting about your case or the general conversations of the Prohibition era. We really had fun here and were laughing a lot and found the experience very stimulating. I highly recommend going here when in London. It is a super fun experience.

Quirky and fun and the cocktails were excellent. Great staff. I recommend making a reservation.read more

Passed GMK while wandering around South Kensington one rainy morning...saw the banner or sign…read moreadvertising best burger in London, and laughed to myself thinking "yea, a guy from Texas not buying this line"...but I was intrigued. Place is small, and has a cool Kensington urban look. Dropped back by few evenings later, ordered, and can only say WOW! Meat has amazing flavor and creatively prepared, bun fresh and also amazing, and the toppings were unique and...well...you know the drill, amazing! Onion rings were top notch, and the service was friendly and attentive. Seems that London can be a bit hit and miss when you stray from the standards...but GMK is a definite hit, and well worth searching out! Now if I can just find the pic of the burger...or did I eat it too quickly?

My family and I really enjoyed eating here. The burgers were good! And perfect size. I also really…read moreliked the fizzy drinks and free refill. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Ding, dong, delicatessen! It was bloody tasty! I had a hamburger, a cheeseburger, and a delicious…read moresalad.

I ordered dinner last night via Deliveroo to my hotel room, so I can only rate the food I received…read more(and not the physical establishment). Having said that, this would have been a 5-star review except for a couple of small things. Firstly, I ordered the rib/chicken combo. The ribs? DELICIOUS! I mean, amazing. So tender and fell right off the bone. The chicken? So-so. Kind of dry, not awful, not great. Especially after the amazing ribs. French fry side was okay. Fries were a bit underdone and a little cold, but that could be a result of not being served fresh at the table. Side of cole slaw was just okay as well, and tiny. I also got a side of grilled corn, which was very good, but needed some salt/pepper - a little under seasoned for me. Now, the little things. When someone gets delivery/take away of ribs, which are clearly meant to be eaten with the hands, napkins in the bag would be nice. Wet naps would be even better. Also, no cutlery was provided. Not a big deal for the ribs, kind of unfortunate for the chicken and cole slaw. I would absolutely dine here again - and may well do so before my trip ends - but I'll likely stick to the ribs.

Devonshire Arms was only a 5 minute walk from the hotel I was staying at (Park City Grand Plaza…read moreKensington), so I ended up coming here three times. The first two times were just for a couple pints of beer, then on my third visit, I tried multiple items from the dining menu. The restaurant itself is modern and cozy on the inside with a beautiful dining area outside surrounded by greenery. Remember to order at the counter instead of waiting for the waitress to come around! The service was well paced and each waitress was welcoming and attentive. While I enjoyed my beers, I ordered the charcuterie board, the miso glazed chicken skewers, and finished it off with the sticky toffee pudding. My favorite item was the chicken skewers because it was perfectly rationed for one person. I had trouble finishing the charcuterie board, but that doesn't mean it wasn't delicious! I do have to say that it gets very busy here, so try to come by before peak hours. They also strictly close at 10pm because it's directly located in a neighborhood.

The Buffalo Cauliflower is divine; the decor, ambience, and the rest of the menu choices are great…read more The service is a bit unpredictable, but the overall establishment is definitely worth the visit!

Great spot after the theater! Thoroughly enjoyed our charcuterie and sticky toffee cake with ice…read morecream. Lovely service.

I came here alone twice while I was in town, and I truly enjoyed each meal…read more I ordered the Mac and cheese, which was fantastic because of the thick rigatoni noodles, and it stayed warm because it was served in a heated stone ramekin-like dish. Next, I ordered the garlic roasted chicken. I actually came back the next day to enjoy the same meal, that's how delicious it was. The chicken was moist, flavorful, and paired nicely with the side salad it came with. I also had multiple different beers from their selection as I watched the FIFA games on their large television. And to finish it off, I enjoyed their sticky toffee pudding. I let the ice cream melt on it for extra flavor. The restaurant is beautiful inside, just like most of the old school pubs in London. I do have to say that the service was slow, but it's because they were busy both times I visited. Nonetheless, I would definitely return for that wonderful chicken.

Meh. As an American missing home, I thought I'd give this place a try since it received generally…read morepositive reviews for its burgers. I wasn't impressed. I ordered the basic cheeseburger and I don't think the meat was of particularly high-quality. Also, it was cold. I also ordered their limited time only roasty tater tots. When I went to pick them up, however, they had run out of tots, and so they gave me a pile of french fries that I could dip in the gravy. Not exactly the same thing, but I thought I'd give it a shot. The fries were cold, so it didn't really much matter. The gravy was also cold. The gravy would probably be good if it were served at room temperature let alone hot. Food temperature and quality aside, the right thing to do would have been to refund the cost of the tots, not try to substitute fries without my agreement. If I had the chance to do it over, I'd skip this place.

After 11 days in Italy we found ourselves craving something besides pasta. We needed something…read moreother than pizza. We needed a burger. Enter Byron's. Located right across the street from the Gloucester Road station it's really easy to find. And around 12:30 on a Sunday there were plenty of seats. Byron's is modern, yet comfortable. Staff is friendly and they make up a mean burger. Both the Hubs and I ordered the BYRON Burger - with bacon, cheddar, shredded iceberg, tomato, red onion and Byron sauce. At £9.25 the dish doesn't come with fries which is a bit of a bummer, and in turn a bit expensive. But we made sure to add a couple sides to try. The fries (£2.95) were mighty tasty. The order come in a nice size bowl that's easy to share. We also ordered up the courgette fries (fried zucchini sticks) (£3.25). I didn't love these...I guess I'd rather just stick to fresh/crisp zucchini instead of fried. Hubs liked them though. We ended with milkshakes to go. Yum. We spent about £32 ($55) on two burgers, two sides and two shakes. Which, generally, is a bit expensive for us but overall - Byron's a really good meal. Burger was seasoned nicely and cooked as asked. Soft bun. And I'm usually not fan of "secret sauces" but this one is really tasty, don't go without it.