We were looking for a true "fish and chips" place, and this filled the bill! Delicious fried fish…read moreand chips where the old didn't taste "over-used" if you know what I mean?!? The service was very friendly and helpful. We walked a fair distance to get to this location bc of the good yelp reviews and it did not disappoint.

Love this chippy! Renamed but still very good. Saturday lunch before a portobello run.read more

I've been to London many times since my first visit here - so, after sampling fish & chips across…read morecountless other establishments both casual and more high end, this is my vote for one of the best versions. You simply can't go wrong here. Come to think of it, I think that very first visit here 4 or so years ago was actually courtesy of a stop on a London food tour, if that's any indicator. A must-try.

First meal after landing in London had to be fish and chips and happy to say we picked a good spot…read morefor it. There is a very long line so strongly recommend reservations which we had thankfully. We were seated pretty quickly and service throughout was good. We ordered two different types of fishes (one simply being lighter than the other). They were both good though wow the portions were bigger than expected. The fries/chips were pretty good as well. It's a cute spot with good amount of seating with outdoor seating as well. Cute ambiance all in all - though definitely a very busy spot.

Not only was the service personable and professional, the food was spectacular! If you are ever in…read moreNotting Hill, this is a must stop. Short walk from the Ladbroke Grove station.

Very welcoming as it has the feels of a family owned business. It was so good! Lightly battered…read more and plenty of chips! Definitely your moneys worth here!

I've visited The Champion a few times, and feel comfortable reviewing it. Located on a corner where…read moreBayswater road transmogrifies into Notting Hill Gate, it is the sort of classic pub that Britain is famous for (though they are closing at a rate of 10,000/year, so who knows how long that shall be the case). It has classic dark wood ambience inside, and a small patio out the back of the basement (apparently Queen's lead singer used to be a regular, so this is named the Mercury Bar) Food is ok. Maybe 1 cut below top-tier pub food. Scotch egg was a tad runny, and served with Oxford sauce that is more sour and less good than the HP Brown Sauce it replaces. Lamb Sunday Roast was a bit tough, and came with a paltry 4 roast potato segments of diminutive size. Service is excellent; consistently friendly and helpful. They are eager to fix things when matters go awry. The pub was recently closed for renovations, which seems mainly to have been making a new, larger Gents in the basement, and turning the old Gents' into a 2nd Ladies' room on the staircase. Fellow patrons seem to come more for drinks than food. I like this place, and I'll be back.

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.

One of the best fish and chips I've ever had. The restaurant is tucked away in a small alley off…read morethe main road. It was clean and had great coastline decorations. We ordered the cod fish and chips as well as an order of onion rings. The onions were battered in a flaky crust and the onions themselves were quite sweet. Overall an incredible onion ring given the cost, freshness, and quantity you receive. Now, onto the fish. The cod was incredibly flaky and the crust enhanced the flavor really well. The chips were alright, not my favorite, but the cod was the real star of the show. Overall, I was able to have the British fish and chips experience and have it well. If you are looking for a great place to eat that's not too far from the main city, look no further than here!

My wife and I knew we had to partake of fish and chips this week while in London. Hobson's is a…read morechain of restaurants with a good reputation so we came to this one which was in the path of our tourist wandering. It is very well run. The store is clean and neat. The staff is attentive and efficient. They answered our tourist questions with enthusiasm. I ordered cod F&C while my wife ordered haddock. Both were served very fresh and hot. The batter is crispy and light. These fish are not encased in an inch thick mass of greasy batter but are lightly coated with something that means more towards a good tempura crust. More substantial than tempura but in that quartile. I tasted both of our fish selections and enjoyed each. The cod is a bit more tender and the haddock has a slightly firmer texture. Really well done and the house tartar sauce really puts a nice finish on it. The chips/fries are also good. I like the American light crispy outside with a soft inside variety of potato fries, which is not what Hobson does. They serve Brit style which are a little more firm skinned. Still very good with either the ketchup or vinegar and salt. I'd come here again, especially for the fish part of the meal.

This place absolutely lives up to the hype. It's everything that a tourist wants to experience in a…read morepub. The outside is beautifully decorated, the Guinness was poured well and cold, and the restaurant at the back was busy pumping out Vietnamese food. I absolutely want to get back to try the food, but the place is small so don't be afraid to step outside and enjoy the experience

My favorite pub on the trip. Even though I didn't get food it looked great. The inside and outside…read moreare so cute. The service was quick. It is busy all the time though due to the popularity so just be ready for that. If it's nice outside you can get a drink and stand outside though!

The best fish n' chips in London, hands down. Love everything about this pub, the staff is very…read morewelcoming and sweet, the food is amazing, and the beer list is top notch, including some guest taps featuring beers you might not otherwise get to try at other pubs. Get there and treat yourself to their fish n' chips - absolutely phenomenal in every way!

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.

Hopping spot in heart of Marylebone. Had to pop in while the crew was shopping in open air market…read more Imagine you typical, higher end English pub and you got it. 100 yrs old appointments, booths and high tops. Full bar and tons of beers on tap. Bartenders are busy, but still manage to be attentive and helpful. Great spot for a pint and a convo.

We were walking portobello market and needed a bottle of wine & Food. We were able to get two seats…read moreat the bar and a bottle of wine and split an English Breakfast. Service was good and nice music.

Food/drinks: yum! Loved the fish and chips + sticky toffee pudding and beer selection is standard!…read more Atmosphere: loved the atmosphere in here! Service: okay, they are friendly but forgot our orders several times Price: as expected

Rainy morning in London and I was on a mission for shepherd's pie, which, I've learned, is…read moresurprisingly uncommon at pubs these days. This place doesn't technically have it, but their braised beef & ale shortcrust pie comes very close, and it's one of their specialties. Creamed potato, greens, rich gravy... comfort food done right. £19.50 and honestly worth it, especially on a cold, wet day. The ambiance really welcomed me in: warm, cozy interior with the fireplace going and a charming vintage Christmas aesthetic. Add in friendly people and genuinely warm service. Exactly the kind of pub you hope to stumble into on a rainy London morning. I'm hyped.

We were recommended to visit this place from someone who works in London frequently. We're so glad…read morethat we were able to stop by. It was the last dinner we had during our most recent trip to London, two weeks ago! It was a great way to end the trip We placed a reservation for dinner and ate there before seeing play that night. We would have stayed longer if the play wasn't starting soon after. The place has a great ambience. We quickly noticed how Ffiona treats her guest with care and kindness upon arrival. I let Ffiona know about not having dairy in my meals and she was clear on what could be adapted to not have dairy and which items to avoid completely. We truly enjoyed everything we ate, and had to be careful not to stuff ourselves. We had the sheppards pie, fish and chips, aubergine fritters, a tasty salad with some vegan cheese and a couple of desserts. They some great drink options too! We had a mocktail. Ffiona communicated that there was optional service charge that could be removed upon request before we even presented our card for payment. We did not have it removed due to the great service we recieved. Next time we are in London, we will surely make a visit here.

The food is amazing here. We all enjoyed our time here. They have many vegan options. The menu…read morechanges but you can find the daily menu written on the wall. The service was excellent as well. Can't wait to come back and try something new.