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

Came in for the happy hour oysters and they did not disappoint. There is no trick or bait and…read moreswitch at the end. Downside is they do not have horseradish.

Wright Brothers has a friendly, no rush ambiance, great wine, and of course delicious seafood…read more I walked in during their £1 a pop happy hour and without a reservation it was a short 20 minute wait. The service was friendly and relaxed though they were fully booked. Many tables were enjoying this or the mussels. I was still able to enjoy the happy hour which were channel oysters. They were flavorful but not as meaty as I like. The Gillardeau on the other hand were quite possibly the best I've ever had!! What a win. Dinner service was efficient and warm. The roasted hake was perfectly done with one side pan fried to an audible crisp. The textural difference and the flavors of the saffron mash/gremolata all added up to comfort + happiness + surprise. Job well done Wright Brothers!

Very cozy and comfortable, well decorated, food is fantastic, great music and excellent service.read more

I cannot say how much I enjoyed my visit to this sustainable seafood restaurant. I wandered into…read morethis recently opened restaurant for dinner on a rainy summer day and was greeted by warm staff and a quick whisk to a table for one. The restaurant feels like you have been washed up into an upscale beach club with cabanas reminiscent of tulum, mexico. The menu has buckets (or course) of all kinds of seafood, but lots of beautiful plates to share and sandwiches as well. I had the tuna tartare with seaweed crisps and fish finger sandwich (I substituted the salad which had a savory dressing reminiscent of a Cesar salad). Clean, quick, and the bartender's tiki drinks are a force to be reckoned with. I would gladly return.

Just us having no clue whatsoever that this funny little spot was for London hobnobbers and…read morewondering why there were middle aged men out front dressed like they were deadass in the circus. Never mind the (probable) English celebrity blocking the doorway in some ridiculous performative hug. Absolutely hilarious "scene". Lovely lovely waitstaff. My food was atrocious but my friends looked quite nice.

It's hard to categorize the Cow. On the one hand, it's a British pub - beer flowing, small and…read morebustling, and the gallery of young folks outside catching a smoke. However, on deeper inspection - the Cow is a marvelous dining experience - complete with an extensive wine selection, rotating specials, and a bespoken approach to food preparation. The food? Well, it's British pub fare - with a slightly divergent menu on Sundays. Everything is fresh and beautifully plated. The bangers and mash was exceptional. The green bean salad was so unique and popping with flavors, I scribbled the ingredients list in an attempt to reproduce the dish at home. The atmosphere is hopping - it's a small pub ambience and there is not any wasted space. Not to fear, the delightful staff can help find a table for your party. I was a bit intimidated walking in on a Sunday night all by myself. My trepidation quickly went away as the server made it easy to relax and enjoy my evening. As a small aside, I sat next to the small kitchen space on the main floor. To see the amazing plates being prepared one after the other in that tiny kitchen, well . . . that was an amazing experience in and of itself. Chapeau to the chef. Truly a masterpiece to put out such accomplished food from a space no larger than most bathrooms.

After eating lots of fish and chips all over the UK, Geales is our all-time favorite.read more

Love the totally British and delicious cuisine and excellent service. Fish and chips are a must.read more

Food was so fresh and delicious. This is a great hidden gem in this neighborhood. The service was…read moreexcellent and they went out of their way to make everything perfect. We came to dinner at a little quieter time-food was perfectly cooked and seasoned.

Very delicious food Somehow this restaurant doesn't have…read moremany people and I admit the food is a lit bit over priced. But it is a very interesting place and I love the food a lot

We had a really good server and service is fast. But my ravioli was severely hard and undercooked…read moreand bland. I couldn't finish it! I understand wanting to have the food out asap, but food is the most important part of going out to eat at a restaurant. When that fails, I don't care how fast you are.

If you're travelling through Paddington, this is conveniently located just two minutes away from…read morethe station, in a quartet of Italian restaurants, all of which seem to be good. Service is excellent, as fast or slow as you prefer it, and the place has a great atmosphere. The Italian staff have plenty of energy and it was buzzing by 5 pm on a wet Friday. Portions are large and the food is good, not spectacular but served hot and fresh and very fairly priced for central London. The pizzas have plenty of toppings and the crust is crisp (the base itself is not), almost like a cracker, but very tasty. A solid option and a better option than the prepared hot food at some of the places in the station itself.

Mayfair Chippy absolutely lived up to the hype. The fish was fresh, flaky, and wrapped in a…read moreperfectly crisp batter that stayed light instead of greasy. The chips were thick-cut, properly salted, and tasted like real chip shop fries instead of frozen fast food fries. The place was completely packed, so I ended up eating on the stairs about a block away, honestly felt like part of the experience. One of those spots that doesn't try to reinvent fish and chips. it just does the classic version better than most places. Would easily go back next time I am in London.

When you've just arrived in London and need gluten free fish and chips, look no further than…read moreMayfair chippy! Food/drinks: Maybe the best fish and chips I've ever had! (I heard the non GF version was also excellent.) Platter came with flavorful mushy peas, tartar sauce, and a spicy mayo (or currry for the non GF platter). Chips were large and delicious. Portion was huge, and easily shareable. Delicious!! Service: It was ok. We waited in line for a really long time (more than an hour) but we were checked on from time to time. Once we were seated and ordered, no one really checked in, but we asked if we needed something. Ambiance: Cute outdoor seating. In door seating was okay. Reservations get to go into a back room which seemed nicer. Lovely side street in a crazy busy popular area. It's a solid 4.5 stars for what it is because the food was so good. I'd return. Tip: Make a reservation a couple of weeks in advance, or be prepared to wait...a long time...Or, skip the line to order takeaway and go enjoy your food!

# Overall: Dove (formerly Orasay) is an interesting place…read morethat does a more modern spin on British cuisine using British ingredients. It is a bit far from the center of London. # Ambiance Dove has a modern homely feel, supporting comfortable seating with plenty of lighting, setting the stage for a nice little candlelit dinner. # Food and Drink Roasted Romanesco Cauliflower The cauliflower was quite a bit smaller than expected for 2 pieces of cauliflower for 21 pounds. The cauliflower itself is more on the salty side, but the sauce and grapes help to balance out the salinity. Duck fat fries The fries were hands down the best part of the meal. The size of the fries were perfect and they were nice and crispy while maintaining a soft pillowy interior. They were also well seasoned and didn't need any sauce. 30-day Tamworth Pork Double Loin Chop The pork chop is an interesting situation where it takes over 45 minutes to prepare due to the sheer thickness of the pork chop. After the wait, the pork chop just ends up being just alright. It's nicely cooked and served with some kind of jus. Ultimately this dish would've been eliminated on Culinary Class Wars because there was some sinew in the pork chop. Ginger Beer This ginger beer was the most expensive one I tried and it just ranks third out of 4 ginger beers. The flavor is more tame than I'd like.

The last time I was at the Orasay was 2 years ago. It had great food then and it still has…read moredelicious, creative meals. A beautiful small restaurant in Nottinghill with superb staff and waitpersons who are knowledgeable and very helpful. I'll go back every time I'm in London.

Update: Just added an extra star. Went in there to by some fish to cook at home and got an…read moreexcellent cut of John Dory, and they even threw in the vegetables so I wouldn't have to run over to Tesco. Incredible service, perfect food. So happy to have them around the corner! I absolutely love Pescheria Mattiucci! This new place open around the corner from me and at first glace I though it was a new fish monger opening up on a very hot piece of real estate, but then walking by at night I saw people dining there! It's a fish monger by day, seafood restaurant by night. It is run by a family from Napoli who import fresh fish from the family fishing boat. Each day there is fresh fish of the day that was just caught. The owner is super friendly and more than happy to tell you all about the day's product and recommend the best wine to accompany it. They have a couple outposts in Italy and this is their first venture outside the country and it is a huge hit, especially with the neighbouring Italian competitors. At first I thought it was another place that would shut down 6 months later, but I have found myself back here time and again, each time saying "this is THE spot, the best local!". I recommend just putting your meal in the hands of the owner who will most definitely come by your table (there are only about 6 or 7 tables) and order what he suggests as it changes daily. There is always a veggie starter dish that is excellent! Highly recommended, usually consisting of 5 small tasters, and all very well though out. If you have a complex of not mixing fish and dairy (with the obvious exceptions) this place will change your mind. I feel so lucky to have this around the corner, in fact I am about to run out for some fresh fish to cook in tonight! Definitely swing by when you're in the neighbourhood.

Well - I'll give them one thing - a great business idea - to set up a fresh fish restaurant with a…read moretwist in Notting hill and take advantage of the organic bourgeois that get excited by places like this. BUT - from an overall point of view, it is plain ordinary. Fish is not bad, but I've had much better. Portions are extremely small and, this is what gets me most, the prices are exorbitant. We actually walked up to another restaurant for a second meal as we were still hungry. Tip: Avoid this place.