This is one of the best restaurants we have visited in London for fresh fish. It's so good we go…read moreback every time we visit! The restaurant is in a cute little spot with a few other restaurants. Great vibe with indoor and some outdoor seating The fresh fish and wine pairings are outstanding. We started with sea scallops which melted in your mouth. So good! Then we got a bottle of white wine with fish pairings (they had 8 local options the night we visited). I had the sea bass, and my husband had the trout. So good that I picked that sea bass apart all the way to the bone, which is saying a lot given that it was a very meaty, generous portion already. I tasted the trout, and it was equally amazing. Very impressive and fresh! I wish we could've actually tried some dessert because others around us looked very happy, but we were so full it didn't make sense. If you like fish, go out of your way and stop here! You won't regret it.

We arrived on a cozy Sunday evening, excited for our roast dinners. I chose the vegetarian…read moreWellington roast, which was bursting with sweet potatoes, hazelnuts, lentils, pumpkin seeds, and more. It was so flavorful and almost had a meat-like texture, wrapped perfectly in the crisp phyllo dough. My partner went for the lamb roast, featuring tender, juicy pieces of lamb that tasted fantastic. We also enjoyed some pigs in a blanket and a side of stuffing. There was so much food that we shared our pigs in a blanket with the lovely ladies at the next table. If I could suggest one thing, it would be to ask for the gravy on the side of the stuffing so it doesn't get overwhelmed.

Nice little lunch spot near the Shard in Southwark. This place has a pretty solid menu consisting…read moreof small bites, steaks, salads and some seafood. Decent bar menu and great location. Overall a solid 4 stars for the environment.

After a long day of exploring and jet lag, we found the Brigade thanks to Yelp down the block from…read moreour hotel. They recently went thru a rebranding, and revamped their menu (lucky us)! The space itself is beautiful decorated - some trendy wall paper paired with warm wood tones. Its inviting, cozy, has a very pretty bar. We were seated in the main dining room where the manager explained to us that the Brigade is a social enterprise. Meaning, they help to employ and educate members of the homeless community in London so that they can lift themselves out of poverty and enter into the food/bev industry. Great food with a great cause, SIGN ME UP! On to the food - it was VERY good. We ordered two local beers. I loved mine, it was a mead style that wasn't too sweet, but perfect to wash down all the noms. We started with sourdough bread. This was perfectly toasted and paired with butter topped with crystalized salt. YUM. We also had roasted bone marrow and the cornish rump of beef. The bone marrow was good but it was the beef that really blew me away. Brigade uses local London ingredients and this beef was no exception. It was perfectly cooked to rare and I enjoyed every bite. We also got a side of chips, because carbs are life. These chips were SO GOOD. Admittedly, we came to Brigade because we saw a photo on Yelp with fish and chips, which they no longer serve. So happy we ended up here to explore the menu, as a meal filled with carbs and beef is always on my favorites list, and it was no different here. Service was super friendly, and we ended up getting a discount on the bill because they had a promotion going on in November. Double win!

My family was staying at The Dixon nearby and stumbled upon this pub when looking for a home base…read more I loved the eclectic interior and the crowd seemed to be having the best day ever. We were immediately sold. We lucked out on a table during a hopping Sunday and were able to snag the last couple plates of their Sunday Roast. The roast was fantastic! Make a reservation to not miss it. The bar offered a large lineup of beers, ales, wines, and cocktails. The bartenders were very personable and friendly even during a rush. They immediately noticed our American accents and chatted us up on where we were from, how we were liking London, etc. They were just overall very friendly and welcoming. It really made a difference on our day. I hopped around a number of pubs during our visit, but this one really stood out to us as a favorite. Swing by for a pint!

I have nothing but great things to say about this place. First, the food was phenomenal. The…read morecottage pie in particular was incredible, we had the cottage pie and fish and chips, and both were some of the best we'd ever had. The vibes are so beautiful and fun, and the staff was also so lovely. Highly recommend.

Upon arriving to our hotel in London, we looked up some options for a nice dinner and decided on…read moreThe George Inn. I ordered the Steak & Ale Pie -- and wow... it was insanely good. Before I go on, I have to thank the staff for allowing us to be seated because the restaurant was fully booked yet they managed to squeeze us in. That was so generous of them and we just want to acknowledge them. Ok. So, the portion was generous and beautifully plated. The steak was tender, rich, and slow-cooked to perfection, packed with deep, savory flavor from the ale. Every bite was hearty and comforting -- exactly what you want when you're in London. The gravy was silky and robust, perfect for dipping those thick-cut chips, which were golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside. It also came with fresh greens, roasted tomatoes, and crispy onion rings that added great texture and balance to the dish. You can tell this is proper pub food done right -- no shortcuts, just bold, satisfying flavor. If you're looking for a classic, filling English meal that absolutely delivers, this is it. I'd order it again in a heartbeat. Not a bad start to our first night in London. Bonus: They have a downstairs pub that stretches across 3-4 rooms so definitely grab yourself a pint after dinner. Really cool vibes!

Such a cool pub to stop into after a visit at borough market or just after work for a pint. There's…read morea huge beer garden with plenty of seating but can get busy on the weekends and especially on nice days. The place is so old the floor boards aren't level and the paint on the brick is so thick you can tell it's been painted over like 50 times. There's live music on the weekends too. Great place to visit.

We visited here on our first night in London. It is near our Airbnb and recommend by our host…read more The Ham Hock Terrine and Smoked salmon starters were very good. The cod was good and healthy but the pork chop was overcooked and tough for our taste. Loved the British Cheese plate for dessert but really wanted to try the Sticky Toffee Pudding. Sadly, they were out of it on our visit. Service was good and there is definitely a local clientele. Everyone was vibrant, friendly and seemed to be having a great evening. We would definitely return and try a few of their other items.

1. we thought we had a reservation, but we didn't. they didn't even hesitate and found us a table…read moreoutside even though they were packed inside. 2. awesome service. waitress was super funny and personable and made sure we were ok. I think her name was emmeline, she was very nice 3. AWESOME FOOD! most delicious food I have had in London so far. get the Portuguese chicken i recommend!!!

Older Lady behind the counter was very friendly and explained about the pie & mash. I got a mug of…read moresarsaparilla. It had a fruity note to it. It was ok, but I wouldn't get it again. Pies were very good. Two pies and 2 mash was plenty for me and my wife.

M Manze is historic because they are the oldest surviving eel and pie house. They opened in 1892 so…read moreI knew I had to add them to the itinerary. Based on photos and what I saw online, I didn't think the food would be much to my liking but it's something you only can get in London so I had to give them a try. Who knows? It might be delicious! They have serval long tables and benches to sit on for dine in. You order at the counter and they make your order right in front of you as the food is already prepared. They offer beverages to purchase and the utensils are on the left side. Since this will be the only time I'm coming to eat here, I ordered their Eels & Mash. Mink got the 1 Pie 1 Mash. I've eaten eel a bunch growing up so I knew what it would taste like. The counter lady even asked if I ate eel before as I was ordering lol. I suppose that's good they look out for customers who never had it before and may not like it. The eel was ok but I wasn't a huge fan of the sauce. They are very generous with the mashed potatoes. It's recommended to add lots of vinegar to the dish. They offer regular vinegar and one with chilis inside. I went for the ones with chili. The offerings are humble and an acquired taste. I'm so happy that I tried it and got to see what the fuss was all about.

We really enjoyed dinner at Lupins. The small plates were fun to share as a group and each of the…read moreoptions were really well prepared. The Risotto, the cauliflower croquettes and the Hake were just amazing. Service was excellent, didn't take them long to get dinner options on the table and they a good wine selection as well.

Great new spot in Southwark. Tapas style/shareable dishes freshly made with great ingredients. We…read moretried a variety of items: Hake, buratta, but the best dish was hands down the pork belly. Great service and great food, hope this place sticks around.

Feel sort of bad not giving this 5* because it's a decent restaurant. Food and service were good…read morebut for a place that charges 400/person just for food I expected slightly more. Like at least one dish that's easily memorable, which i can't say was the case here.

This is a really special meal. I love that they really do have a story for each dish. The meal is…read morelong and luxurious, and feels special and celebratory. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and really cares about presenting a great meal and experience.

This is such a friendly local's pub! I wandered in here looking for somewhere to watch the…read morefootball. It wasn't actually showing the match I wanted to see, but by the time I realized I was already having a laugh with the locals and the barmaid and decided I didn't want to leave! I even had a couple of drinks bought for me by the friendly patrons. I think food is served during the day, but I'm not sure about the evening. I didn't see a menu of any kind, but some of the tables were set up as if for eating. This pub has a lovely old fashioned feel both inside and out. It was actually recently used on an episode of the new 'Minder'I guess because of the way it looks. Unlike on the TV show though it didn't burn down..it is still very much here and I'd recommend tracking it down if you are in the area (it is not the easiest to findbut that probably helps maintain the local's feel to the place).

This an excellent traditional bar tucked away on the quiet and iconic street of page's walk. The…read morelandlord was very friendly and even showed us to a seat! Locals are very local and very friendly and welcoming. For a quiet beer in the evening (without the nonsense and pretense of the nearby wine bars and cokctail bar) this is definately the right choice! Bravo!

Good food, low key, beautiful Ambience. Nice place to have a…read moremeal off the beaten path.

A hidden French delight, just off Bermondsey street…read more Tucked at the back of some tennis courts in a public park, I wouldn't have known this place even existed were it not for a cryptic business card from its nearby sister restaurant (Casse-Croûte). Here, there is none of the intimacy that you get at Casse-Croûte but it somehow still feels personal and cozy. A seasonal menu is presented for lunch and dinner, with a selection of starters bolstered by several solid mains. No specials were on offer, so presumably the menu stays as is for a few months. Each main was intended for two, but such generous portions meant that this solo diner had to choose a couple of starters. The onion soup was a delicious, less filling twist on the classic version with a cheesy foam on top and a sablé to accompany, rather than the standard heavy croûte. The black pudding scotch egg was actually comprised of boudin noir, not black pudding which gave it a softer almost pasty interior that sat nicely in contrast to the crisp crumbed exterior. The enclosed egg was runny soft and rich. The sweet and earthy purée that the egg sat on complemented it well, though I found the scattered pickled chanterelles to be too sharp and acidic to work with the other ingredients. Some fragrant eau de vie de poire kept me going until the blueberry soufflé arrived with a dollop of rich pistachio ice cream. Overall: I'd go back, with my wife, to be able to unlock more of the menu. Pricey, but worth it if you want to eat something special whilst feeling comfortable.