Basement Galley started off as a supper club at the basement of Tom Fothergill, and his flatmate,…read moreChef Alex Cooper's house. From there they moved on to a more unique approach, wanting more privacy in their house and got permission to create a fine dining experience in an old abandoned Victoria line underground train. The underground supper club is now taking place at the Pump Museum near St James Station Walthamstow where a 4 course dinner is served with a cocktail on arrival, a choice of a full bottle of red or white wine during the course of the meal and finishing the dinner with a glass of champagne. The menu changes monthly but they usually update it on their website if you want to know ahead. I was almost at doubt I was even on the right path when I was making my way to this supper club. The surroundings varied from residential to industrial with little signs that a cool establishment could exist anywhere nearby. But search in Basement Galley on Google and have it pinned am I assure you will find it okay. Staff were incredibly friendly and although the arrival time said 19:00, many arrived early to enjoy their cocktail. As soon as you see the train it almost immediately puts you in awe at how they managed to convert the carriage into a restaurant and make it look so fancy with the lanterns and candles lined with cutlery and wine glasses whilst giving you nostalgic memories of cramp busy journeys on the underground. It's a completely polar opposite feeling. Heritage tomatoes, bufalo, olive, Parmesan and thyme The title of the dish does not justify the creativity that went into it. Lovely array of different tomatoes adding vibrancy and colour to the dish and I thought it was very clever of them to use minced olives to season to the dish, adding complexity to its flavour as well as an interesting texture. The buffalo cheese was incredibly fresh and bouncy and balanced out the salty olives perfectly. Thyme adding another dimension of flavour whilst the Parmesan crumb added a lovely crunch and umami Green asparagus, ricotta & green pea, spiced cashews Slightly on the salty side but that could be because of the overly spiced and seasoned cashews which therefore was forgiven as they were lovely and well spiced. I loved the various of textures coming together in each bite from the crunchy mangetout, soft green peas and the lovely refreshing puréed asparagus and ricotta helping bind everything together. Cashews added that extra boost of flavour with its spice but also a subtle sweetness from its natural flavours. Finished nicely with Parmesan for a richer flavour and umami Red quinoa and wild rice, herb, duck, fennel Unfortunately the duck being the main deal was very tough, chewy and fibrous. Quite an effort to eat but luckily it was juicy and packed full of flavour which made it worthwhile. Wild rice and quinoa added a wholesome touch with its crunchy and soft texture and finished nicely with mashed fennel to balance out that textures with its light creaminess. Strawberry and cream, dark chocolate and baileys, amaretti Such extravagant flavours for such a simple looking dessert. The dark chocolate tart was obviously made from a high quality chocolate seeing how rich and smooth the texture was with lovely strong notes of baileys giving it lovely hint of bitterness and coffee aromas. Strawberries were fresh and sweet and helped lighten the thickness of the chocolate tart whilst the ice cream helped accentuate the velvety texture further with its creaminess I seriously did not expect such original and creative dishes and such high quality of food especially when no kitchen was in site and we were in the middle of no where on an abandoned train. Staff were informative and friendly which added to the charm of the evening. Portions aren't exactly big but leaves you satisfied and just about full. You do feel you are drinking more than eating but all the drinks were also excellent in quality and a great choice. It's definitely not a dinner you would forget and a great gift to those who like trains and unique food experiences. I absolutely loved it

This is a local neighbourhood French restaurant that looked after us really well. Its appearance is…read morecosy and inviting from the street (ok, maybe I just gravitate towards anywhere with fairy lights outside!). Inside it was bustling on a Friday night but we'd booked ahead. We were greeted warmly and they usefully took our coats to hang up on wall hooks. We were with a couple who don't live far, who'd warned us the head waiter walking around was actually the owner, and had shown some typically French (abrupt!) service when they'd been before, sighing when they'd taken longer than 10 seconds to choose wine. I actually didn't mind his matter-of-fact style - he made sure we always had everything we needed and we had plenty to chat about with each other on this occasion rather than make small talk with him! We got through 2 bottles of a well-priced Pinot Noir with dinner, and took the locals' suggestion of a sharing platter of starters which was great for a craver of variety like me. Between the 4 of us I think we all had different favourites from the salami slices to the prawns to the pate to the stuffed tomatoes - so everything got finished. I liked that they served the big platter on a raised stand too - a nice touch so we could all get involved. We all chose steaks for main (FOMO much?!) - I went for the steak frites which was a 225g flat iron that arrived perfectly medium rare as requested and I really enjoyed. I think my guy was less impressed with the rib eye so take note! The only part of the interior that wasn't as pleasant as the rest was the toilet - perfectly clean, lovely moisturiser etc but just absolutely freezing! I suppose it hurries you up... I saw plenty of other things on the very reasonably-priced menu that I'd love to have ordered too, so I'd be quite happy coming back if I was in the area - as it looks like plenty of the locals do!

Went for a second time and never disappoints. Very unassuming but tasty French classics. Twice…read morebaked cheese souffle, green salad. Steamed Normandy mussels, white wine, butter, parsley, french fries. Charcuterie selection. Madame Sibilia, Lyon. Saucisson & Rosette. potted goose & pork, veal tongue remoulade & croutons. Six 'petit gris' snails, parsley, tarragon & garlic, crisp baguette. French free range chicken supreme 'roast on the bone ' Espelette, lemon & soft green herbs.

A little overpriced for what they are but I guess they get to do that since the food is delicious…read moreand their mimosas are 90% alcohol! The service was quick and pleasant. Would deff go again if ever in the area. The atmosphere is super cozy and the decor is very thought out!

Totally accommodating & cozy. We ate a plethora of bites ranging from green olives to beef cheeks…read more(the face kind, not the bottom kind lol I asked). The mussels in cream sauce -a french go-to proved tender and perfectly cooked amongst onions and peppers in a rich broth. Literally a perfect piece of France in London if you don't have the time to hop on a train to Paris! Also be sure to check out the wall paper in the restrooms #girlpower

We had onion soup, braised beef cheeks and creme brulee. Soup was ok, but the beef cheeks and the…read morecreme brulee were REALLY good. The atmosphere was amazing and the menu was fairly priced. Will definitely go there again...

Having just moved into the area and having spent all weekend unpacking and putting things up, we…read moredecided to venture out into our new area. The Bonneville was literally the closest establishment with food we could find so we decided to give it a go. My boyfriend was a little dubious as from the outside it looks a little shabby but as soon as you enter past the velvet curtain you are transported to a different time. It's very atmospheric with an arched ceiling in the restaurant part and dim lighting throughout. We opted for a starter and main each and what a delight they were. We both had the trout mousse to start (gluten-free without the bread) and it was delicious. Next came moules & frites for me and Braised Beef Cheeks for himself. Both dishes were delicious but the beef cheeks didn't come with veg, so had we not shared my chips I think my boyfriend would have been hungry. They also have a great bar where you can get a glass of very drinkable wine for £3. Himself had a beer, served in a tankard which added to the experience. A wonderful local. Can't wait to return!

Coupette is absolutely one of my favorite spots in East London/Bethnal Green Area. I came for the…read moredrinks but loved my Croque Monsieur as well. I haven't had a chance to visit when they have a music program on as well but I can imagine they are great nights. If you aren't a big drinker (like me) tell one of the super knowledgeable staff and they will hook you up with a great drink. Made a friend or two the night I visited and we ended up having some brandy, it was fun and very French. Came here solo and it was a great place to enjoy myself, sitting at the bar and making some new acquaintances. Can't wait to come back here, hopefully on a night they have music.

Decided to visit the Coupette after I saw it won best new cocktail bar in the world 2018…read more The cocktails were flawless. Absolutely delicious. 100% recommend. Cocktails were very reasonable from 8-10quid each. Wasn't too busy when we visited on a Thursday night, but in fall and winter we were told it gets very busy so would suggest reserving a table. The location could fit a group of 6-8.

This was such a cute little French restaurant. We came here on Valentines day and they had a…read morespecial menu. We got the duck and steak! Both were really flavorful and paired well with the sides. The duck was extremely tender. The dessert was a chocolate creme brulee - delicious!!

I've now been here twice and have really enjoyed it! It is an adorable French restaurant in a great…read morelocation. Recently, I went with the prixe fixe menu with three courses. I started with the Camembert Frit (Camembert cheese coated in breadcrumbs, fried, and served with redcurrant and raspberry coulis). This was delicious! The cheese paired so well with the raspberry coulis and it was no greasy at all (perfectly fried). For my main course, I got the Steak d'Agneau au Romarin Grilled lamb steak with red wine & rosemary sauce (served with sautéed potatoes). This was delicious as well! The lamb steak was so tender and flavorful and the sauce went so well with it. The potatoes also went very well with the lamb. I have also had their Filets de Cabillaud Rôti (baked cod fillets with sun-dried tomato and cream sauce), served with leek and potato mash. This was excellent! The cod was so fresh and the sauce was to-die-for! I could have licked all of the sauce off of my plate (if it were socially acceptable haha). The sauce was so fresh and paired so well with the fish. The potato mash was also fantastic--perfect texture. For dessert, I had a rhubarb tart. This was delicious! I loved how the tart wasn't too sweet and I could really taste the rhubarb. The service was also excellent. The servers and managers were very attentive and considerate of my husband's allergies. They were super accommodating, which is the reason we came back again! The have a great price for their prixe fixe menu. I would definitely recommend this restaurant! In a nut shell, great service, excellent food, fair prices and great ambience!

After being on a plane almost half the day I needed some food. My friend whom was so kind to pick…read moreme up at the airport brought me here after our first choice had fallen through. And after reading the other reviews I am aware of this being a chain restaurant, but as an outsider, it is new to me, chain or not. We walked in around noon and had no problem getting a table as the place was nearly empty. We were promptly seated and the wait staff started buzzing about. Our drink orders were at the table within minutes and our orders were placed. I decided that a burger was the best for me, I wanted to eat with my hands and to me this was the best option. Six ounces of black Angus beef on a toasted brioche bun. My friend and I both decided to add the fried free-range egg to our burgers. To choose between a house salad or frites as the side, there is no other logically combination to me than to get frites with a burger. Why would you want a salad? You already got the leafy greens on the burger and without stating the obvious, it's a burger. That salad isn't going to make this choice any more healthy than it isn't. This burger was on the big side. I had to cut it in half to be able to hold it. The first bite I took I had juices running down my hands. Was I embarrassed by this? Not at all, in fact it was like a compliment to the kitchen staff. Did I look like a slob eating this? Probably, I missed breakfast, been on a plane for hours and was stuffing my face. The frites were on point. Crispy and being served with mayo and ketchup, I didn't have to ask for anything extra. After we both devoured our burgers they came promptly to ask if we wanted dessert. I passed as the burger and frites were enough for me. However, my friend went for dessert. She had what I believe they called the hummingbird cake and a cappuccino. Both looked amazing and made me wish that I had left room for dessert. Staff were polite and accommodating and a bit boisterous. Made for a quick lunch.

Excellent, the decor is so nice and the staff are so lovely…read more The food is well prepared and delicious Really recommend it's perfect for just a coffee or a whole meal There's also an upstairs restaurant and everything is so clean and well kept

Up on the multi-cultural eating street of Turnpike Lane in North London, is a casual but excellent…read moreMauritian eatery called La Chamarel. This is a popular spot for émigrés from Mauritius but also other Londoners as well. I felt like eating some Mauritian food the other day so I headed up to this friendly spot. To begin my meal I ordered a tasty chicken catlesse. This was served with some spicy chutney sauce. I added on a Du Pain Frite (fried bread) which is totally tasty. My main course was a real treat - Fish Rougaille. This traditional Mauritian tomato-based fish dish came with house-made roti. It was all delicious. A glass of vanilla Alouda was the perfect beverage. This eatery is not at all in one of the tourist areas of London but it is located only minutes from a Piccadilly Line stop in North London and well worth the trip. Try La Chamarel and add Mauritian food to your list of world cuisines.

Fazeel, chef and owner, and his team catered for my Mother's 80th celebration This weekend. Could…read morenot fault the authenticity and deliciousness of the food. Delivered on time. Everything was perfect. Everyone commented on how great everything tasted. Well done and thank you. Will definitely use you again. Caroline

This is a great family run Greek restaurant for Sunday lunch…read more The food is basic, Greek, and well-priced. There is a pleasant garden at the back in the summer, the staff are very friendly and helpful.

Cypriana, is a family run restaurant that has no airs and graces. What you get is a plesant service…read moreand great Greek food! Everything I ate was wonderful, and there is a selection of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals. The staff are able to combine certain meals if you have a particular reason for not eating/wanting something. Beware though.....Saturday nights can be extremely busy.