Five stars based on good food at unbeatable prices for the area. Dining area was far larger than I…read moreexpected and is amazingly bright and airy given the basement location. Standard prepared takeaway options are available, but limited hot fresh options were great. Lunch special of meat and two sides were quite good. I got sausage with sautéed Brussels sprouts and cold beet salad. Soup of the day was also quite good.

Great food and service at a cafeteria in the basement of Salvation Army's HQ in London…read more The location was only 250m from our hotel room near the Millennium Bridge, and we dined there 3 times because of the low price and high quality. The coffee was better than our hotel for half the price ---a full English breakfast was only £6.80 (hotel charges £12). The staff was very friendly and we recommend this place to anyone wanting decent food on a budget.

This place is not for everyone, I know, but in case you are looking for a good rye bread, salt…read morelicorice, gloudberry jam or any other Finnish treat on mind - this is where you will find it. The small shop is hidden inside the Finnish church in London, a well kept secret among the Finnish people. But the shop, as well the church, welcomes anyone and is open like any other shop. The church offers it's sauna for rent for either private or groups, in hourly based, great place to go warm up during the cold and rainy winters. The picture above is taken from the http://www.finnishchurch.org.uk websites.

The Finnish Church is much more a community centre with a church attached to it than the other way…read morearound. There's a sauna, cafe/cafeteria, shop, library, hostel and children's play area. There is a lot of activity - especially on weekdays - for mothers and kids, and weekend activities for families and adults alike. There are two main 4-day events held every year: the Christmas Fair (November) and the Easter Fair (March/April). These attract thousands of visitors, but few know that outside of these times, there's a lot going on - and it's often very delicious! There's a Finnish meal for £6 (£4 veg or £3 soup) on Saturdays, and often on weekdays (contingent on other activities). Then there's always a basic cafe which serves sweet and savoury pastries and filter coffee and tea. Prices are very reasonable for London standards and the atmosphere is relaxing and homely. The church is a welcoming place for people, regardless of their background, and many come out of curiosity to try Finnish foods or to meet Finnish friends.

Iydea was exactly what I was looking for as a lunch option on a recent visit to Brighton. There are…read morea lot of junk food vegan options in Brighton (which I was trying to avoid) so finding a place that does fresh, canteen style plates was a savior. The staff behind the counter helped explain the meal sets and quickly dished out each of my selections. I got a curry with steamed veggies and orzo on the side. So delicious! The space itself is low key--no pretension and a good amount of seating when I was there around noon on a Friday. I'll definitely be back my next visit to Brighton.

Decent place to eat at, probably one of the better priced options. For about £6.50? you get a small…read morelunch box (take away) with one main and two sides. I love the vegetarian scene in Brighton and this place is definitely a way to get tasty and healthy food. The vegan lasagna was really good, a very strong tomato and cheese flavor and soft cooked pasta. The carrot and sweet potato purée wasn't as sweet as I thought. The chickpea Greek salad was fine. I really loved the seed topping, I thought that it would've been better on another savory side but it was a nice crunch.

brilliant traditional food at a fair price. only gripe is the supermarket was pretty cold so had to…read moreeat with jacket on.

This cafe inside the Hoo Hing oriental supermarket serves a selection of dim sum, and simple rice…read moreand noodle dishes such as roast duck and roast pork over rice or as noodle soup. It's fairly hidden away so even on a Saturday lunch time, when the queue at wing yip could be an hour long, there are plenty of tables here.

The Courthouse Garden Cafe has recently re-opened in the lovely Jamyang Buddhist Centre. It's hard…read moreto believe that such a beautiful and tranquil place exists in SE11, but it does, and if you're in the area you must try it out. Set in an old Courthouse dating back to 1869 (hence the name), the building still retains all it's original features and is apparently home to a few convict ghosts still roaming the alls. The Kray Twins were even on trial here once so I won't be going here on a dark night. Yet surprisingly Jamyang has a relaxing air of calm about it and is a little southern haven. Besides the cafe the centre also offers a varied programme of events, from meditation classes to Tai Chi, Yoga and a series of talks on Buddhism, which are worth checking out. The cafe, although housed in the centre is a separate entity and Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike are welcome. They serve wholesome and completely scrumptious vegetarian food daily, using fresh, often locally sourced and in-season produce. Fare such as Leek and Potato Pie, Blood Orange and Leaf Salad and Lavender cake is currently to be found on the menu. The fresh, homemade bread is out of this world and couldn't be further from the quick-rise stuff we are all subject to in the supermarket these days. A wonderful garden area to the side, studded with flowers and plants, complements their farmhouse style food. Real wholesome food, made by really wholesome people. What an absolute find.

We stumbled (literally) upon this place during torrential rain whilst looking for the Cinema Museum…read morewhich is nearby. We were both hungry and hadn't fancied any of the places at the nearby Elephant and Castle centre. We were greeted by a very pleasant lady who talked us through the various options available. We had never experienced vegetarian food before, but being ready to try anything we went for the fantastic looking quiche and a selection of salads,all of which were new to us. We followed up with some delicious pear cake. We were made to feel most welcome, and the whole place has a very relaxing and tranquil feel to it.

Ramin and his wife are awesome people and the owners of this joint!…read more I had a delicious omelette, cup of coffee, and cold-pressed juice for under 20GPB. Cute, small cafe across the street from SoHo gym, made it convenient prior to my workout.

Deca serves paninis, mostly with meat or with cheese and roasted veg, or wraps including the usual…read morethings like falafel and hummus. They have a couple of tables but are mostly takeaway. I tried both their paninis and their wraps and both were thoroughly mediocre. Nothing wrong with them, just dull. The guy who seems to make the food is friendly and helpful but the lady who I paid both times seemingly comes from the Oxford Circus Benugo school of customer service, and made me feel guilty for even breathing the oxygen that their shop contains. Deca needs to try a bit harder.

4/2/2023 - we found this place after doing an Escape Room about 10 minutes away. It very large…read moreinside and the prices were very inexpensive. You have to find an open table, get the table number and then order at the bar. We ordered 2 fish and chips and one Bangers and Mash with the gravy on the side. The meals were very good. Out the door for $25 pounds. This would have cost $60-$75 near our hotel. See the photos. It seems everyone there except us had beers. This was a family friendly place as well. It was 7pm when we arrived. Lots of different people gathering for a Sunday dinner there. See the photos.

Wetherspoons is like McDonalds. It's clientele spans all demographics and social classes. If you're…read morenot too snobby, you'll appreciate the cheap food and drink, nice staff and clean premises. Whilst I've ever only been to this branch for food, the many students here before a night out is testament to the cheap drink. This particular branch is quite large and spacious, with little trouble finding a table, unless visiting around dinner time during a supper club night of which they have quite a few. Yes, a lot of the food is microwaved and agreed the quality is not top notch, but for he price, what were you expecting!! How many other places get you a Beer, Chips and Burger for £5!

We came here since the big boss was in town. This was my first visit and our seating area wasn't…read morethe best (we sat in the bar area) but the views were great and the food wasn't too bad either. 3/5 Corn ribs - never had a corn rib before. Good, a bit sweet. Messy to eat. 3/5 Truffle fries - good but average 4/5 Polenta - very tasty, a must. 3/5 Duck and waffle - I expected this to be bigger but it was good. I normally prefer chicken but the duck wasn't bad. All the food was decent and the staff were all nice. It's unfortunate that the walk to the restaurant passes by the smelly toilets. Also there was only one lift working that day so it took a little time to get up/down.

I've been looking forward to visiting Duck & Waffle for quite some time. The views are incredible,…read morethe space itself is striking, and on paper it promises that perfect London mix of skyline, late-night energy, and elevated comfort food. Unfortunately, our experience was soured before it even had a chance to begin. My girlfriend and I walked in excited, completely amicable, simply hoping to head upstairs for a bite and drinks. We were greeted by the doorman with an immediate, dismissive "Are you good?" -- not in a welcoming or helpful tone, but in a way that felt skeptical and unnecessarily confrontational. There was no warmth, no "welcome in," no attempt at hospitality. It immediately set an uncomfortable tone. He then proceeded to call upstairs as though he were doing us some sort of favor just by allowing us to go up. The entire interaction felt transactional and judgmental rather than gracious. First impressions matter, especially at a place that positions itself as a premium dining destination. Hospitality begins at the door, not at the table. When we finally made it upstairs, the room was filled with visibly drunk, rowdy groups -- which only made the earlier attitude feel even more misplaced. If that environment is acceptable (and profitable), then two polite guests looking for drinks and food shouldn't be met with suspicion at the entrance. By that point, the damage was done. The initial interaction had already rubbed us the wrong way, and the energy upstairs didn't help. We ultimately decided to leave before even sitting at our table. That's how strongly the first impression impacted us. It's difficult to justify staying somewhere when you don't feel genuinely welcomed from the outset. Duck & Waffle has the potential to be memorable for all the right reasons. But someone representing the brand at the very front needs to understand that hospitality isn't optional -- it's foundational. A simple, respectful welcome would have changed everything. I hope management takes this seriously, because no guest should feel judged or dismissed before they even step inside.

Great place for breakfast with a real British atmosphere! We loved the décor -- it's cozy and…read morecharming. Very pleasant experience overall. We ordered the Royal Eggs with smoked salmon (similar to Eggs Benedict) and an English Breakfast. Everything was delicious, and the egg quality was excellent. I also had a lychee matcha -- the matcha itself was great quality, just a bit too sweet for my taste (I'd ask for less sweetness next time). My husband ordered a coffee pot with milk, which was a very cool experience and great coffee quality too. Our server, a young woman named Tasha, was wonderful -- super friendly and attentive. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a great breakfast in the heart of London, not far from Big Ben!

Make reservations to this popular restaurant at the Covent Garden. My husband and I enjoyed a…read morecocktail first at the bar before getting seated for our reservation. Most people dress up, it's a lovely restaurant. Both our dishes, sea bass and lobster linguine were great. Didn't get to try any desserts as we were so full. Staff service is awesome. The green jackets reminds me of the Masters.

Not exactly an enthusiastic greeting, maybe because I did not have time to stop and buy?read more