This place solves my issues with UK opening and closing times. One of the only non-alcohol selling places open past 11pm, it's a natural magnet for students either on a late night binge or suffering through a self-inflicted essay crisis. This particular location is spacious in terms of seating, with your pick of large benches or tables. Sometimes it's a tad pricey for what it is- but considering nowhere stays open this late, I would be willing to give them my whole wallet on one of my hungry nights.
And boy do they have comfort food for your essay panic...bagels of the pizza and plain variety. Cream cheese and lox. Their soup of the day is always delicious, particularly the broccoli and stilton one with croutons. Omelettes!
Ice-cream was the first thing on their menu and I can see why this place took off because of it! Delicious home-made ice-cream with flavors like 'Rum and Raison', 'Yogurt and Honey', and 'Baileys and Sweetcream' (I like it boozy, so what?). Their baked goods are great as well with pecan and apple pie as well as cookies. For those really seeking a sugar rush, try the Cookie Monster: ice cream between two cookies of your choice. But I have to say my favorite thing here is the waffle. Light and fluffy eggy melty delight loaded with ice cream, nuts (or sprinkles), chocolate syrup, and whipped cream. I dare you to finish one. Seriously, try it. My only complaint: they forgot about my waffle last time I was there meaning I waited in anticipation for over 20 minutes. Not cool.
So now that I have shown you that I have basically tried everything on the menu, you should go and try it for yourself. read more