We went for Tuesday 'steak evening' at the Tapestry. This is an excellent value for money - one…read morefree glass of house red with your steak. For the average weekday meal in your neighborhood restaurant it is perfect and they know how to cook meat. We wanted to try their tapas also, so we ordered squid and it was probably frozen. This is fine but it didn't seem like they were cleaned properly so some bits were still in there that shouldn't have been. My sides with the steak were a little weird. My salad was only red onion and balsamic. A little too severe taste, I left with massive strong red onion breath. I have to say the dessert was probably our favorite part. Amazing sticky toffee pudding and we try it most places we go - this is by far the best in presentation and TASTE! Overall, liked it. If you are in the area, you should definitely give it a try - if not just for the dessert and the local flair.

Went here with friend from the US. Was actually great for tapas. Pork belly cubes, King prawns,…read moregoat cheese really nice. Rather big portions so we shared a dessert amongst 3. Nice Argentinian Malbec. Mjam. Rustic and nice atmosphere, and really great music in the background. Enjoyed every minute.

Jesus fed 1000 people with two fishes and a loaf of bread. Heck, that's not a miracle, that's…read moretapas! Quite a bustling Spanish tapas place, on a Saturday night we were lucky to find two seats at the bar. The outside menu blinks frenetically and could trigger some epilepsy. Music is good and staff are accommodating. They were very thorough with allergies and made sure no mistakes of cross contamination take place. Tried 5 different tapas, I'm not fully satisfied with the size to price ratio, but will say that quality and execution is pretty good. Tortilla: a bit runny inside, which is good if you dont like the dry style. Salted cod tortilla: finely ground fish, interesting take on classic tortilla. Aubergine tapas: I thought it would be mushy style, but its a whole baby eggplant and I think it's all in the ajo Blanco sauce that comes with it. Patata bravas: good frying surface of the potatoes and again it's all in the red sauce. Beetroot & goat cheese croquettes: you only get three, but I suppose goat cheese is expensive, an acquired taste for some, but I quite liked the flavor combination.

I am by no means a tapas connoisseur but I know good food. My expertise came in the 'guise of my…read moretwo dining buddies. They knew a lot about Spanish cuisine and order a table full of food, leaving me to relax and enjoy. The atmosphere on a Monday lunch time was quiet but welcoming. I expected the service to be prompt and it was. There was water and bread on the table in the blink of an eye and our Catalan waitress was full of smiles. She read out the exciting sounding specials, but the guys knew what they wanted. Bacalao Branded Tostada, Calamar, Bull de Llengua, Pan Tomaca and Patatas Bravas were served up for us all to enjoy. The food was a delight and seemingly very authentic. It was certainly an adventure to savour so many different tastes. Normally I would baulk at the idea of a strange flat sausage, served with pickled egg with peppers in sauce; but it was good. Our bill came to £30 with two coffees, and I would recommend either lunch or dinner here in a heartbeat. Great restaurant. Nothing to fancy, just simply decorated with fantastic food.

Iced latte was great and enjoyed both the poached eggs on avocado toast and the vegetarian…read morebreakfast plate. Service was prompt and kind. We sat outside on a gorgeous day and the table itself was nice and clean. The only drawback is the outdoor tables are quite close to each other making it awkward to get into your seat. It is near impossible to not disturb someone else's meal while trying to get to your seat. Overall, good food, service and ambiance.

Rustic style restaurant with amazing food. The tapas is nice and has flavour. Their breakfast menu…read moreis also really nice and is my go-to when I want a healthy-ish breakfast. The place gets quite busy on weekends and in the evenings.

loved everything here. if you come as party of 3 and order 3 mains then you get all 6 sides…read more Large portions, plant forward with fresh veggies, great flavors, priced accordingly. mediterranean inspired, and had the prawns and sea bream, and aubergine. nice tart dessert

We wanted to grab a quick bite before leaving for the airport on our last day in London, and…read moreOttolenghi Spitalfields fit the bill. I'd wanted to check out an Ottolenghi while we were in town anyway, and it seemed like a great place to get pastries for my husband and kids and something more interesting for me. We walked over from our hotel at around 12:30 on a Saturday, with the goal of getting back to the lobby by 1:00. Ottolenghi was nearby, tucked into a cute, very British sort of alley. Thankfully, the place was quiet, and we were able to sit and eat a fast lunch. The set-up was a little bit confusing, with a take-out operation in front and a larger cafe area with table service. The cafe seats were maybe not available for take-out customers, but I was able to talk to the host and get a table for a short dine-in situation, with food selected from the take-out section. The boys got croissants, but I wanted some of the lovely savory pastries and deli salads on display. Weirdly, I wasn't allowed to get the first thing I asked for, a tartine with sugar snap peas that was take-out only for some reason I cannot imagine. But I did get a brioche laden with courgette, pitsachio, and mint, as well as a summer deli plate with my choice of three salads. I went with the green beans with roasted pineapple and jalapeño dressing, the roasted carrots with pistachio, lemon, charmoula, and ricotta, and the roasted lemon and sweetcorn tabbouleh. Everything was fresh and tasty, and we were able to eat and leave in like twenty minutes flat. Service was fine, despite the arbitrary withholding of sugar snap peas. Ottolenghi is a London icon well known in America, and while I don't think it's as exciting as, say, Dishoom or St. John, it's also an easy, casual place with multiple locations, where you might get some good food on the go.

Absolutely delicious Spanish tapas! Located close to central Brixton, it's a small restaurant with…read moreyummy cocktails (and sangria). It's packed pretty tight, so be okay with loud acoustics and overspread staff.

Really enjoyed our visit to Boqueria. Although it was family friendly we found our little table in…read morethe corner with the dimmed lights and candle to be quite romantic which was a pleasant surprise. Food overall was delicious & very affordable - the only dish which didn't hit the spot was the Pulpo a la Gallega - which is one of my favourite tapas dishes ordinarily. However some of the food combinations were really inventive and worked fantastically well. We were lucky to try the crispy aubergine with spiced honey which was absolutely delicious. Also the Succling Pork is a must - it fuses different flavours, textures & temperatures and it works perfectly! Service was really fast and attentive so top marks there. I'd say a must try if you love Spanish tapas.

I was astonished at how unassuming and unfussy this place was for such a big name chef, tucked away…read morein a corner of Spitalfields market. I wasn't too sure what to expect from Portuguese tapas but what we got was lots of small plates with (as Gregg Wallace from Masterchef would say) big flavours! We went for variety when ordering. Not all the dishes were five stars but there were some definite highlights - for me it was the 24-month-aged St Jorge cow's cheese which did somersaults on my tastebuds, whilst my guy really liked their beef sandwich. We found the runner bean fritter a bit of a waste but both dived for the last mussel which was served in a small tin and beautifully seasoned. The custard tart which you have to reserve a slice of early as they only make one a night, was actually a bit disappointing - I found it a little too gooey for my liking. Every dish feels very thoughtfully prepared, and it was so nice to feel that thought and care extend to the service here, with a lovely welcome from the front of house who made sure we were happy sitting in the front 'outside but inside' area. Our waiter also took very good care of us, happily advising on dishes and in my case the wines too, as I hadn't heard of many of the grape varieties. So the 5th star is for their charm. A good feed if you're in the area with a very relaxed, rustic feel, but be warned the prices stack up quickly with this type of food! I could easily be persuaded to return though, as I already know which dishes I'd ditch and which new ones I'd order next time... ;)

REALLY GOOD. Tucked inside spitalfield market, this Portuguese restaurant makes me think…read moredifferently about Portuguese food for sure. The tins, obviously their signature is a must try. Clams (part of daily special) was so so good. Monkfish and scallops were marinated really well too. They had a fish collar, part of their specials, was cooked to perfection with sides of refreshing salad toppings. Also just perfect. Very good list of wine selection. Their dessert do not disappoint. Didn't try their olive cake (which everyone else got), but their fennel sweet was subtle and light and just ended the meal in the fluffiest and most satisfying way. Overall: REAL good

Toro Gordo is a Spanish tapas restaurant with an Asian twist, which becomes obvious when you sample…read morethe food and drink available. The slight variations of the traditional tapas dishes such as spices and oils used certainly compliment the different tastes and offer an alternative to traditional tapas for those a bit more adventurous or wanting something a bit different. To drink there are the usual choices of spanish beers as well as a full bar and the restaurants many wines and house cocktails. A few Japanese Mojitos go down too easily with the many dishes you'll be getting through. The Pincho Morunos, aka pinchitos, are Spanish pork skewers which come from Southern Spain that are a particular favourite of mine. The restaurant is very stylishly decorated and in the evening is low lit for a relaxed and romantic atmosphere. Perfect for a date venue! Service is excellent as the staff are very attentive and are happy to make recommendations if you're not sure about the menu. It can be pricey but seems reasonable for the high standard of everything involved. This fantastic tapas restaurant is appropriately named The Fat Bull as that is exactly how you feel when leaving here after all the great food on offer!

We went for an impromptu lunch and had a great experience…read more Food was overall solid, but a few had some twists. Prawns in garlic and chilli oil was very good, but spicier than your average version (in a good way). Potatoes came out also more flavourful than your average version. Sliced octopus came on a bed of guacamole rather than potatoes which was an interesting interpretation. Duck breast was good, but I felt could have been served in bigger portions. Service was very good and prompt. Granted, it was not very crowded when we went but nonetheless, we appreciated the servers' attention and willingness to help. Lastly, ambience was good. More upscale than what you'd expect in the vicinity and good for dates or occasions.

5 = food 5 = service…read more5 = atmosphere Everything was very good after a full day of being tourists and coming off of the London Eye. We came and beat the crowd. My husband and I shared the lentil soup and we both ordered the Coban Kavurma. It was all very delicious. The spices on the Coban Kavurma lifts the dish to a higher level. The lentil soup was smooth and flavorful. Our table shared the creamed mushroom which was amazing as well. Our servers were very attentive.

The food is what we call Middle Eastern in the States. For starters, we had babaganoush and…read morephylo-wrapped spinach/cheese. Our main courses were the Lamb Amana, which is minced lamb mixed with spices then formed into a long meatball and cooked on a skewer, and lamb shish kebab. Both were really good. The chicken was moist and flavorful, while the lamb was spicy and juicy. The service was prompt and the interior very confortable. I think you will really like it.