First time here. Reservation recommended for this great British gastropub. Friendly, courteous…read moreservice, excellent food - a cut above. Wife had the perfectly cooked sea bass and I had the best fish and chips I've ever had. Great classic ambiance, dogs welcome, fun evening out. Highly recommended.

Quintessential English pub. We had a great experience here last week and the staff were fantastic…read more Food was Traditional British pub fare and very good.

We went at about 6pm on a Sunday evening and were lucky to get a table upstairs. We were greeted by…read moreTom who took our order right away for 2 Guinness and 4 oysters which arrived quickly. The place was very busy with a lot of folks chatting and laughing. Our main orders of fish stew (cow fish, mussels and a whole prawn) with a large piece of toast slathered with spicy mayo and my wife ordered linguine vongole. Both our orders arrived within 10-15 minutes and were very well played. They both looked appetizing and were both demolished despite us not being particularly hungry when we arrived. We also shared a lightly dressed fig & soft greens salad. The dressing was on the sweet side but went very well with our mains. I STRONGLY suggest a visit...a reservation may lessen your need for the luck we had that evening.

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.

This was a pub that was very close to our Airbnb when we were in London. It was a great spot for…read moreSunday roast or just a meal. The food was very good. No issues. The desserts were even better. The sticky toffee pudding was divine! We booked our Sunday roast ahead of time and would recommend others to do the same. It does get busy.

If you're a picky eater, please do not come here and waste the staff's time lol. I had a great…read moreexperience here, and the staff were super sweet and kind. They were very attentive and willing to help with every request our table had. I felt bad because my friend is a picky eater, so the staff had to go above and beyond to accommodate us, so I made sure to tip them very well. They have a great drink selection, and their appetizers are so delicious. I would come back, but be mindful that after 5 p.m. this place does get busy!

This was truly one of the best dining experiences I had during my trip to London; this local pub is…read morevery shabby chic and has such a good vibe to it. We went in on a Saturday night for dinner and it wasn't too crowded. We started with the British cheese plate - the cheese portions were a bit small but all were exceptional. We tried the Stilton, tunworth and the cheddar. The caramelized onions were also delicious. I enjoyed a Hugo spritz and the lamb roast...it was such a beautiful plate. The saltiness, the different textures, the perfectly cooked meat - I truly will be thinking about that dish for days to come. My family tried the fish and chips, and the mushroom and leek pie (also YUM!). Service was relaxed but hospitable - again, I will be thinking of this place often and am sad we only went on my last night in town!

Good food, great ambience. Lovely little place near the Maida vale station. Loved the beersread more

I found this local gem on Google maps and decided to give it a try for the famed British Sunday…read moreroast. I made a reservation same-day but not sure if it was actually necessary because there were plenty of open tables when we arrived. We were greeted by the bartender and given the choice to be sat at a table or booth. They offer several different proteins for their Sunday roast and on this occasion I opted for the beef sirloin. Although the portion looks huge I did not leave feeling sickly. It ended up being the perfect serving size! I especially loved the Yorkshire pudding and generous helping of gravy atop my meal. For dessert I had the sticky toffee pudding with custard and it was to die for. I loved it so much I was craving it again the next day but sadly they only offer this treat on Sundays. As others have mentioned, their staff are not the most welcoming, but we didn't come across any major issues. I didn't get the vibe that they were excited to have us as guests so deducting one star for lackluster service. Don't let that deter you though, it's still worth a visit for the delicious food!

Food was wonderful, and I appreciated that this restaurant was so close to our Airbnb. The service…read morewas fast and friendly, and the ambience is really nice. I really enjoyed the naan and the sweet potato fries. Plates are also large and there was plenty for the next day.

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.

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.

We had a memorable and scrumptious meal at The Shed. The staff was uniformly attentive and helpful…read morein guiding us through their menu for the evening. We shared several dishes and each struck us with how the flavors blended in beautifully unique ways. We sat outside and were surprised at what a tranquil oasis that seating area was, despite being steps away from the busy road. It was the best meal of our one month stay in the United Kingdom and we can't wait to visit again.

We were staying at a hotel nearby and wanted to find a dinner spot without needing a reservation…read more The Shed came up as an option. When we arrived, it seemed like reservations were expected, and they did have some available, but they kindly seated us anyway. We chose the tasting menu since it featured a variety of farm-fresh dishes. My husband added the wine pairing. We started with a mushroom marmite éclair, which was better than I expected, followed by buttery Queenie scallops, a cheese course, chorizo, and beef bavette. Dessert was chocolate mousse, but I asked to switch to pie, and they were happy to accommodate. The ambiance felt like a cozy English countryside diner. I loved the details about the farm and the little pamphlet about where the food came from. Every dish was so thoughtful. This place is a hidden gem. We would absolutely come back to try the tasting menu again when it changes. Also, the crispy potatoes were incredible.

A Wonderful Afternoon Tea at The Swan - Thanks to Theo!…read more I had the absolute pleasure of enjoying afternoon tea at The Swan, and what truly made the experience exceptional was the outstanding service from Theo. From the moment we arrived, she greeted us with a warm smile and genuine hospitality that set the tone for a lovely afternoon. Theo was attentive, friendly, and incredibly professional throughout. She made sure everything was perfect--from keeping our teapots topped up to explaining each of the delicious items on the tray with care and enthusiasm. Her attention to detail and calm, welcoming manner made us feel completely relaxed and well looked after. The food itself was delicious--beautifully presented sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and a tempting selection of sweet treats--but it was Theo's service that turned a great tea into a truly memorable occasion. If you're planning an afternoon tea at The Swan, I highly recommend it--and be sure to ask for Theo. She's a true star! Excellent service.

We came here without a reservation and seated at a two person table in the back of the empty first…read morefloor. A bit too cozy with no windows in view. Wife had the 23 GBR sea bass which was decent but a very small portion perhaps 4 oz, I had the 20 GBR fish and chips which came with mushy peas. The fish was fantastic at least 8 oz fresh and moist with plenty of flavor. The chips were only so-so, and not up to McDonalds quality. Loved the 9 GBR sticky toffee pudding which came with a dab of vanilla ice cream. When I went upstairs to use the bathroom and found out the place had great views of next door across the street Hyde Park. Three stars for sitting downstairs but would have been four stars if they had seated me in the packed upstairs.

This random little place is full of surprises…read more From the outside, it looks like a normal British pub, but the inside looks like a grand restaurant with big chandelier. The food is there same as maroush. Please please please try their chilly sauce. Orange little bowl packed with flavor. Goes well with everything!!

Fantastic service, amazing. Our server was a very nice blonde woman and it was great. There was…read moresome sort of event going on but the service was still quick and great. The food was also great and not super highly priced.