Haidilao delivers an outstanding experience from start to finish. The service is incredible, the…read morefood quality is top-tier, and the whole experience feels like dinner and a show rolled into one. It's lively, welcoming, and genuinely fun for the entire family. Even the waiting area is unique and thoughtfully done, which says a lot about how much they care about the customer experience. The staff and waitresses were all lovely, attentive, and made sure everything ran smoothly. We ordered a huge spread--pretty much the entire menu and then some--and everything was delicious. If you're sensitive to spice, I'd recommend staying away from the Sichuan soup. On the other hand, the clam-based soup was one of our favorites--comforting, flavorful, and perfect for balancing out the meal. Amazing food, amazing service, and a great atmosphere. Haidilao is absolutely worth the visit while in London.

Fun hot pot spot to try with a large group while visiting London! We were a group of 8 and there…read morewas perfectly sized tables for groups of this size where we wrap around and are close enough to talk to everyone. Sharing hot pots are divided into four quadrants - we got half and half mala spice and the mild but super savory mushroom broth. Very different but both excellent! Individual dishes are ordered via iPad. We got a large selection of meats, veggies, noodles, and some more unusual delicacies like beef cheek and colon(?). There are self serve stations for sauce making, and some small sides and desserts/fruits. I LOVED the seaweed salad there and got three helpings... not sure what goes into this but it was so yummy. Tissue boxes at the table are a nice touch for runny noses with the spicy broth! There's a bit of a show that comes with ordered hand pulled noodles! A staffer comes out and pulls and spins and dances with the noodles table side. I think they also sing for birthdays (seemed to be a couple of those around us). For tourists, this is located in a nice area for a bit of a site walking tour before or after dinner! (To either work up an appetite or walk off a bit meal.) We strolled - Trafalgar Square, Big Ben & viewing Parliament/Westminster, St James Park, and Buckingham Palace.

If you're in the UK on a Sunday, it's a must to do Sunday roast dinner! Hawksmoor was an excellent…read moreplace for a roast dinner. It has a steakhouse vibe. It's two floors. The basement has a bar, lounge and restaurant. It was a little noisy. But we could still talk. The roasted scallops were cooked perfectly. The green sauce was tasty. I love the presentation. The Bill Marrow was also good. It was very rich. There were two kinds of Sunday roast a sirloin and a rump. Three of us had the rump roast dinner and three had the sirloin roast dinner. It was hard to tell the difference. All the dinners came with roasted potatoes greens and of course, Yorkshire pudding. It was all delicious. I have to say my favorite part is always the Yorkshire pudding. I also have a green salad, which is basically just lettuce with a light dressing. It was very fresh. We were too full for dessert. The service was excellent. We were seated right away and given water. In the UK, you can order sparkling, still or tap. Sparkling and still come with a charge. Tap is usually free. Our server was attentive without hovering. It's a good idea to make reservations at Hawksmoor especially for the Sunday roast. We got there at three by the time we left around 4:30 some of the roasts were already sold out. Just a note: Sunday roost is usually a late lunch not a dinner. It's good to go between two and four especially if you don't have a reservation.

The food is incredible--the steak was cooked to the most perfect rare…read more The sauce for the steak was definitely flavourful and definitely added a POW to the steak The restaurant is classy and clean--I like the vibe it brings to the table. Staff is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly and definitely on top of things. Highly recommended!

3.5/5 Let's face…read moreit...you can't expect a Jason Atherton or Heston Blumenthal experience at an all-you-can-eat spot for £8.50 in downtown London. With that being said, MW Chinese Buffet is a well-run (and busy) Chinese buffet with above average food. If you're a meat lover this is definitely your kind of spot- roast duck, sweet & sour chicken, honey bqq pork ribs, pork cakes with thai sauce, etc. There's veggie options too, but not as prominent or appetizing as the meat selections. The downfall to the MW would be its dessert section, which is 90% fruit (most likely from a can) and 10% of this mysterious "jelly" dish- my friend had the honor to eat before I did and...I wasn't pushed at all to try it myself. Service is nothing to rave about (it *is* a self-service buffet)- as long as they weren't rude I don't really care. Not sure if this is the best Chinese buffet in all of London, but it satisfied this relatively picky eater.

I've been there twice (heading back there again with some friends tonight) and I really can't rate…read morethe place enough. Excellent selection of food and it's all for just over £11. The only thing that is a slight draw back is that it is cash only, other than that, it's all great.

great food and interior design so authentic and makes you feel you are in India on the spice road…read moresomewhere

Food was amazing and service was impeccable, made sure all food allergens were known and clearly…read morepointed out what on the table should be avoided for the particular allergies.

We had a spectacular time here! I would have loved to try every single drink on their very…read moreextensive menu! I have been to two different locations, but they were both gorgeous spots, like the look and vibe is top notch. The drinks? Kitschy and weird as hell. Do they taste good though? Live up to the price and the hype? YES. 1000% The drinks are fun and funny and most have some sort of little quirk...color changing, in a weird vessel, tasty sweet garnishes, etc. But they also all taste amazing. Some are a show to watch them being made, some are diy mixed at the table by you. I was brought here the first time by a family friend who lives in London, and when I returned a year and a half later, with our hotel around the corner from an Alchemist, I made ALL my friends on the trip go here on our first night. And we all returned at least once more during our week in the city. Service was good and patient with our large group, food was decent...I simply have had an amazing time every time I have gone to the Alchemist and if there was one in my hometown I would be out of house and home giving them all my money. Highly HIGHLY recommend.

The Alchemist was literally at the bottom of our Airbnb, making it incredibly convenient--and I'm…read moreso glad we stopped in. The location is fantastic, the customer service was excellent, and the atmosphere made for a really enjoyable breakfast. I started with a cappuccino and added salted caramel, but honestly, the cappuccino was so good it didn't even need it. It was smooth, rich, and perfectly made on its own. For breakfast, I ordered the Eggs Benedict. They offer two versions: one with pulled beef and one Florentine. As someone from the US who's a bit of an Eggs Benedict snob, I've tried countless versions over the years, and pulled beef just wasn't something I could picture working with it. I went with the Florentine and customized it by adding bacon, avocado, and a side of sausage. One thing I've learned while visiting the UK is that the sausages are much larger than what I'm used to back home! I honestly could have skipped it because it was so filling. The Benedict itself was unique--the base was almost like a buttery croissant instead of a traditional English muffin, and it came with pickled red onions, which was an interesting touch. The poached eggs were cooked perfectly, and I especially enjoyed it with the added bacon. The food was fresh, high quality, and beautifully prepared. There was plenty of seating both inside and outside, but I chose to sit outside and enjoy some people watching, which made for a relaxing start to the day. Overall, a great breakfast spot with delicious food, excellent service, and a wonderful atmosphere. I'd definitely come back.

Great pub in the heart of London with a fantastic ale assortment, as well as cider and liquor. It…read morehas a traditional, local charm and when we visited on a Sunday night was packed by locals and visitors. Luckily we found some stool seating by the front and were able to enjoy some beers and take in the ambiance. There's an upstairs that is accessible by a very very narrow staircase which even has handles for support, all part of the fun lol!! Beer: We tried out the Guinness (great pouring process!), peroni, and a local ale which the bartender allowed me to sample. He was very helpful and walked me through the different ciders they had in stock and even how you could add fruit syrups to sweeten the flavor. What makes this place even more memorable was the helpfulness of the young guy bartending. He helped us plan how to get to Gatwick airport extremely early the next morning and we owe him a big one!

First London pub for me and thoroughly enjoyed it. Beautiful stained glass in front to sip a pint…read morenext to. Cozy slim hallway next to bar to get your selection of classic pours. Friendly local feel midday on a Thursday.

We arrived a little early and was told to come back at our reservation - took a lap around the…read moreblock and when we came back we were told our table was ready. Service was fine - They took our order and brought it out when ready. We ordered the kimchi jjigae and gukbap and definitely appreciated the flavors - the dishes are probably the highlight though FYI no sides/banchan came with the order and I assume you'd have to order it separately. We also wanted to have their Asahi on tap which they said unfortunately out. The restaurant itself is well designed with decent seating availability. If you're craving Korean food, I could see this being one of the spots to consider.

It's hot downstairs. They don't offer water unless asked for. The Kimchi Jjigae was good and all…read morebut forgot to ask for Pork additions. They don't have or offer sides like you would think. You have to order your sides. We did order the Radish kimchi and it was well made. The Beef Purim-galbi was not served with any ride. Odd place and experience. I would go again but just know what to expect. The sauce that came with my galbi was delicious and all. That alone reminded me of home. Bright inside, hot until they turned on the fan.

Fantastic food and service. Not too crowded. Noise level is ok with classic Bollywood songs…read moreplaying in the background, Somewhat upscale relative to other Indian restaurants in the area.

We popped in here on a rainy day, and after reading reviews about how spicy the food was, I asked…read morefor recommendations on what WASN'T spicy. She pointed to the toastie. I'm not really a sandwich girl but I gave it a go, and now, 3 weeks later, I can't stop thinking about it. I am sad nothing like it exists here where I live, and sadder that I am not a clever enough person to replicate it.

The ribeye conquered my belly like it was 1066. The onion soup spoke to me like the Magna Carta…read more The ice cream dessert was fit for King Henry VIII. And the bill was split evenly between the House of Commons. 5 stars

Brilliant pre theater dinner at the singles bar! Great seat prior to Sinatra the Musical…read more Situated in the middle of Covent Garden, I enjoyed a lovely atmosphere with a quick meal. Highly recommend

Been wanting to stop here the last couple of trips here, but never happened. I was walking to the…read morestation to head to the airport and there it was. Since I had time to kill decided to stop for a pint. Since it was 11:30 am, place was slow, but they have a decent menu. Had friendly service and like the English pub vibes.

Was searching for a traditional pub specifically for our first fish 'n chips in London. Happen to…read morebe staying in Covent Garden and fortunate to come upon this wonderfully decorated traditional pub. Outdoor seating available with the downstairs pub, full dining upstairs, albeit a bit of a cramped space, but so completely charming with outstandingly friendly staff, we simply loved our experience! Fish was a huge portion, standard chips, good tartar sauce with a small portion of smashed peas. Simply couldn't finish it all. The Manger chatted us up, making recs for our next destination in Dublin. Highly recommend you seek out The White Lion. It's worth it!