TK Maxx is the British equivalent of TJ Maxx in the United States. Like every other TJ or TK Maxx,…read moreyou have to have time to browse for hidden gems. On the day we went, the store wasn't very organized and the lines were long. However, if you're flying in and leave something, this is the place you go to find anything you may need while in London. I was a bit disappointed, as this seems like a nice area of town and I expected to see more high-end merchandise. This store has the same items as every other similar store in the US and the ones I've visited in other countries. The canned drinks near the registers are cheaper than restaurants and corner stores, so we got a few for our walk back to the hotel.

Great selection and prices. The only uncomfortable part was having to leave earlier because they…read moredid nit have a public bathroom at the store

Owned by trendy Spaniards, Pili & Mili is a really fun boutique in the heart of Portobello Road,…read morethey have a wide selection of colorful clothes for girls that are looking to make a statement. The clothes have bold colors and graphics, and they also have a wide selection of accessories, I personally love their leather handbags, they are unique and made with high quality standards.

My new favourite store on Portobello! I saw a jacket in the window and popped in to take a look…read more The jacket was out of stock, but the BF spotted some adorable shoes which I had to try on. Needless to say I walked out the store with them bought. They have a lot of really cute, quirky but classy dresses, skirts, and shirts. The prices are good considering the designs and quality of the items. This last weekend I stopped in and bought a hat and scarf set. The shop lady was super friendly and helped me decide which hat to get! The jacket I saw initially was in stock but the shop was so packed I decided to stop by later when I could properly try it on. The only negative about this shop is that the black, lacey, scoop back dress in stock didn't fit over my big bum!!

We had time to kill and wandered in here from the Victoria station. Not a lot to do here and the…read morestores were OK. The food court was meh. But time was killed and I am thankful for that.

It is a very convenient shopping center by the coach and train stations. It is big and it is very…read morecrowded to start this review. Either you may find the place handy ( especially if you want to kill time while waiting for your departure) or a bad suggestion if plan is to meet a date. It has the whole second floor of fast food dining options. You will see different kind of retail stores on its ground floor. Anything that you may need for your travel (out of emergency situation) can be found here. We came in here ( a walk from our hotel)as my sis -in law had rushes due to an allergic reaction and me for a replacement for the lost prescribed eye glasses reasons. We were able to see a pharmacy store that served to both our needs. Like a typical commuter station center, it also offers services like massage in a chair service, shoe shines service, flowers , etc. Only one thing that turned me off about this place, I did not like that I need to pay a coin to get into their restrooms.

Waitrose is a go to for me in England. This particular store was pretty expansive for the area…read morehaving a lot more variety and vegan options for the person who eats plant based, and if you don't there are a ton of options here for you. The store was clean and well organized. The shelves were stocked up nicely and like I said they have a good variety of items that they offer. I had limited exposure to the employees but the one I did talk to for a quick moment seemed pretty friendly and helpful. If I need anymore items on my trip I will definitely be popping back over to this store.

This grocery store had everything we needed to stock the kitchen for our stay in London. Plenty of…read morecashiers so lines were short.

Such a cute market! Loved all the little vendors and shops. So many different things to see, eat…read moreand buy. Worth a stop if you are in London, also in a cool area!

We loved this market. We went on Saturday, which I believe it is open only on Friday and Saturday…read more Much less crowded than the Borough Market, which you can barely move through certain sections during peak hours (though great selection). I enjoyed a quiche. My daughters enjoyed strawberries topped with Nutella. We all shared a fish and chips meal from Poppie's which I highly recommend. Probably the best fish and chips we had while in London. There are olive bars and paella and all sorts of amazing foods to enjoy. Also pick up a Notting Hill bookstore linen tote while you are there.

I always thought this shop was called Northwest Trading (as it's in North West London) but it's…read morename is actually Norwest Trading. This is a great little independent discount shop in Kilburn that has been there for many years. It's a located opposite Kilburn Market or to put it another way, a few doors down from the Poundland (http://www.qype.co.uk/place/101385-Poundland-London) pound shop (the bigger/newest branch) and has loads of goods in baskets/containers outside the front of the shop you can't miss it! Norwest Trading sell all sorts of end of line, surplus stock and clearance goods. Everything seems to be heavily discounted which makes it great value. It's always worth popping in to take a look when you are passing as you are guaranteed to bag yourself a bargain! This discount shop sells a range of different products, including confectionery, snacks, soft drinks, batteries, hardware, glassware, toiletries, cleaning products, clothing, toys, bedding (bed sheets, pillows, cushions, quilts, duvets etc.) the list goes on. There really is a big variety of different types of products that is always changing so take a look next time you're in Kilburn.

Pretty Choicy. Part of the ever-brilliant Buy-Sell-Trade lot in Notting Hill, this is their…read morevintage and second hand clothing emporium. I rate it. Because, they actually choose and promote their best stock. So whereas with other vintage or retro shops, this only stocks really nice items. Which means it's pricey, but I think worth it. This shops sells mens' stuff, womens' stuff and jewellery. And I actually just like coming in to browse. Think I've only ever bought anything in here, and that was a fit pair of lambretta leather shoes. But whatever, they sell choice old gear... highly rated

In spite of the large size of the shop, nothing much really stood out the few times I've browsed…read morethe racks. Yes, it's fairly neatly laid out with clothes vaguely organised by colour, but the range isn't really great. Fair enough, it advertises itself as a retro store more than a vintage one, but, still, with clothing primarily from Karen Millen and Almost Famous, I'd still think this place is misrepresenting itself. If you're looking for proper, fairly decent quality retro/second-hand/possibly vintage, you should take a short walk to Pembridge Road where a much better selection of shops can be found.

Traid in Westbourne Grove is part of a small chain of thrift stores that raise money for an…read moreInternational Development charity. Within the quite small shop they sell men and women's clothes and shoes. I pop in quite often to look for things, and whilst there is quite a high standard in terms of brands, in the men's clothes there isn't that much exciting stuff. So the clothes seem to be more traditional charity shop rather than retro fashionable. The shop is laid out well, the staff are really helpful, and, whilst the collection isn't the best, it is certainly a great cause.

Traid -- we get along fine! If you are living up in Bayswater/Notting Hill and need a break from…read morethe heat your wallet is taking e'ery day, check it. Very well priced and though clothes are "pre-loved" they are typically in great shape, newer styles, etc. Brands range from Next, New Look, H&M, etc...and also good selection of vintage separated in the back. *Cards accepted, £5 minimum. *Fitting rooms provided. *Shoe selection is iffy at best. *great selection of blazers, working gals. Worth checking out if you are accessorizing on a budget or need to spruce up your look without crippling your bank! Oh, and it supports a charity. Can you say that about Forever21? Newp. P.S. They own the bins that collect clothes/shoes (black/green letters) -- there is one near the Shoreditch Firestation (And I'm sure a million other places) - a great way to donate, save the stuff from a landfill and help Traid fund programming, all without having to lug a big box somewhere. Pretty convenient. Wins all over the place.

This Tesco Express just across the street from Bayswater tube station is small and overpriced. It…read moreis worth walking a block north on Queensway for a larger Tesco.

It's my first day in London and after getting settled into my hotel room, I thought I'd take a walk…read moreabout and check things out. Please know I was horribly jet lagged & tired I found myself going down Queensway Rd, and loved all the different shops and restaurants. The energy of all the people bustling by. I felt like the guy walking in the middle of a marathon. After deciding to pick up the pace, I came across Tesco. I walked in and thought, for my first night here, I'll get something light to eat instead of going to a restaurant. I loved the contrast of ready made "grab and go" food in comparison to what we offer in the U.S. Here there were pâté sandwiches, salmon choices, a rather inexpensive array of great cheese, produce, and sundries. I discovered an upgraded European version of Walmart. I mean that as a compliment in comparison! My dinner tonight was going to be: roasted tomatoes in olive oil and mozzarella, nice flatbread with tomato basil, kalamata & green olives with a nice wheel of Camembert cheese. Of course some American Budweiser beer and a side of José Cuervo! (Don't judge me - I'm not a fan of wine!) I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is on the go and need last minute items. :)

Love paddington station M&S staff really nice I left my case in there didn't realise till on my…read moretrain rang them they had taken it to the lost property and great for your snacks while travelling x

Mark and Spencers has to be a staple for any visit to the UK. First of all i gotta pick up my…read morePercy Pig gummies. Second, who can beat their $5 meal deal where you can pick through an assortment of sandwiches or pastas, a side, and a drink. If you were to add it all up retail, it would probably cost you about $8. The sandwiches are actually really good, my favorite was the chicken avacado with a pesto dressing. For sides i would either pick the crisps or if i want to be healthy then the carrots and hummus. I wish the carrots were crispy though, most of the times they were soggy and limp. This is a great on the go meal or something simple you can easily take back to your hotel if your trying to save a little money. Also for a 2 liter bottle of water for 50 pc, this was a better value than the ones next door at the Sainsbury local.