What matters is how we live. And if you're in Bermondsey, you'll find yourself at this fabulous…read morelittle gem often soaking up summer and good vibes. Enjoyed patio dining in the evening without a wait. Everyone is so lovely and charming here, including their guests. I am a big fan of their chef, what a wonderful host she is! She made accommodations for my love since he couldn't have anything on the menu being gluten free. She created a dish for him specifically. She made the most incredible butter fish and he loved it. I was craving the Maldon Rock oysters and loved the vibe here. The presentation of all their dishes is beautiful art. Did you see the oyster picture???? I had the St Austell mussels and the cream sauce is spectacular like melted goodness dripping in each taste. Who would think almonds could be paired with mussels???!!! Ooeemmggee. I almost went with the rum baba dessert. But the lemon verbena panna cotta is superb with the delicate white chocolate and pistachio crumbles. Come sit here. Be at peace with whatever. Leave control to the staff to entertain and host you. Do your best to not smile too big at The Garrison.

I would try somewhere else on Bermondsey Street next time. Nice room, nice lighting and our server…read morewas lovely but the room needed two more of her. I grew tired waiting for apps, then drinks, then mains. Foccacia arrived dry and tasteless. Menu was short, oysters not cold, and featured fish fishy. Short rib was good, as was the charred broccoli but overall, not worth the bill, particularly with added 12% service charge.

Nice little lunch spot near the Shard in Southwark. This place has a pretty solid menu consisting…read moreof small bites, steaks, salads and some seafood. Decent bar menu and great location. Overall a solid 4 stars for the environment.

After a long day of exploring and jet lag, we found the Brigade thanks to Yelp down the block from…read moreour hotel. They recently went thru a rebranding, and revamped their menu (lucky us)! The space itself is beautiful decorated - some trendy wall paper paired with warm wood tones. Its inviting, cozy, has a very pretty bar. We were seated in the main dining room where the manager explained to us that the Brigade is a social enterprise. Meaning, they help to employ and educate members of the homeless community in London so that they can lift themselves out of poverty and enter into the food/bev industry. Great food with a great cause, SIGN ME UP! On to the food - it was VERY good. We ordered two local beers. I loved mine, it was a mead style that wasn't too sweet, but perfect to wash down all the noms. We started with sourdough bread. This was perfectly toasted and paired with butter topped with crystalized salt. YUM. We also had roasted bone marrow and the cornish rump of beef. The bone marrow was good but it was the beef that really blew me away. Brigade uses local London ingredients and this beef was no exception. It was perfectly cooked to rare and I enjoyed every bite. We also got a side of chips, because carbs are life. These chips were SO GOOD. Admittedly, we came to Brigade because we saw a photo on Yelp with fish and chips, which they no longer serve. So happy we ended up here to explore the menu, as a meal filled with carbs and beef is always on my favorites list, and it was no different here. Service was super friendly, and we ended up getting a discount on the bill because they had a promotion going on in November. Double win!

My family was staying at The Dixon nearby and stumbled upon this pub when looking for a home base…read more I loved the eclectic interior and the crowd seemed to be having the best day ever. We were immediately sold. We lucked out on a table during a hopping Sunday and were able to snag the last couple plates of their Sunday Roast. The roast was fantastic! Make a reservation to not miss it. The bar offered a large lineup of beers, ales, wines, and cocktails. The bartenders were very personable and friendly even during a rush. They immediately noticed our American accents and chatted us up on where we were from, how we were liking London, etc. They were just overall very friendly and welcoming. It really made a difference on our day. I hopped around a number of pubs during our visit, but this one really stood out to us as a favorite. Swing by for a pint!

Fantastic service and a great atmosphere! We went on a Thursday evening and it was hopping! Be…read moreprepared - it can be noisy, but I loved that atmosphere. They got us right in for a table for two and the food was amazing! Probably one of my favorite meals I've had since being in London. We ordered the pork belly bites as an appetizer and they were excellent! Very different than anything I'd had before. They had a nice kick to them. The fish and chips were so delicious. It was seasoned well and fresh. My husband got the burger and said it was one of the best burgers he'd had. Highly recommend!

Upon arriving to our hotel in London, we looked up some options for a nice dinner and decided on…read moreThe George Inn. I ordered the Steak & Ale Pie -- and wow... it was insanely good. Before I go on, I have to thank the staff for allowing us to be seated because the restaurant was fully booked yet they managed to squeeze us in. That was so generous of them and we just want to acknowledge them. Ok. So, the portion was generous and beautifully plated. The steak was tender, rich, and slow-cooked to perfection, packed with deep, savory flavor from the ale. Every bite was hearty and comforting -- exactly what you want when you're in London. The gravy was silky and robust, perfect for dipping those thick-cut chips, which were golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside. It also came with fresh greens, roasted tomatoes, and crispy onion rings that added great texture and balance to the dish. You can tell this is proper pub food done right -- no shortcuts, just bold, satisfying flavor. If you're looking for a classic, filling English meal that absolutely delivers, this is it. I'd order it again in a heartbeat. Not a bad start to our first night in London. Bonus: They have a downstairs pub that stretches across 3-4 rooms so definitely grab yourself a pint after dinner. Really cool vibes!

Historic and unique as London's last remaining galleried inn from 1676, it's worth seeing--and…read moreeating at! Charles Dickens visited the site when it was a coffee house and it's mentioned in Little Dorrit. But the real reason to visit is for the food. Borough market, just across the road may offer a world of different foods, but The George Inn offers traditional British pub food at its best, in warm, historic rooms. This is your place if you're looking for authentic fish 'n chips--they're fresh, lightly battered and perfectly fried without being greasy. I also had the mac 'n cheese which used real vintage/sharp cheddar--and a lot of it--excellent! So you'll get good food while enjoying a historic inn where, for hundreds of years, travelers changed horses, got food, drink, and lodging before the railway era. IMPORTANT TIP: You order food at the bar--but you will need a table number. So you'll need someone in your party to sit at a table in the adjoining room. There'll be a brass plate with a number on it which you'll give when you order--so the food can be brought to your table.

We visited here on our first night in London. It is near our Airbnb and recommend by our host…read more The Ham Hock Terrine and Smoked salmon starters were very good. The cod was good and healthy but the pork chop was overcooked and tough for our taste. Loved the British Cheese plate for dessert but really wanted to try the Sticky Toffee Pudding. Sadly, they were out of it on our visit. Service was good and there is definitely a local clientele. Everyone was vibrant, friendly and seemed to be having a great evening. We would definitely return and try a few of their other items.

1. we thought we had a reservation, but we didn't. they didn't even hesitate and found us a table…read moreoutside even though they were packed inside. 2. awesome service. waitress was super funny and personable and made sure we were ok. I think her name was emmeline, she was very nice 3. AWESOME FOOD! most delicious food I have had in London so far. get the Portuguese chicken i recommend!!!

Elegant spot with a convenient location near the Tower Bridge. We dropped by to try the set summer…read moremenu but also ordered the monkfish and sorbet a la carte. My favorite from the menu was the cured salmon. It has an excellent balance of flavors and acidity. I enjoyed the rice puff and sauces. The pork belly was well prepared, but very familiar. We tried the liver appetizer but probably would skip that if we went back... just super salty. Presentation was nice. Service was overall good. Unfortunately the drink waitress did not know much about the beer, but I expect most people are ordering wine here.

Older Lady behind the counter was very friendly and explained about the pie & mash. I got a mug of…read moresarsaparilla. It had a fruity note to it. It was ok, but I wouldn't get it again. Pies were very good. Two pies and 2 mash was plenty for me and my wife.

M Manze is historic because they are the oldest surviving eel and pie house. They opened in 1892 so…read moreI knew I had to add them to the itinerary. Based on photos and what I saw online, I didn't think the food would be much to my liking but it's something you only can get in London so I had to give them a try. Who knows? It might be delicious! They have serval long tables and benches to sit on for dine in. You order at the counter and they make your order right in front of you as the food is already prepared. They offer beverages to purchase and the utensils are on the left side. Since this will be the only time I'm coming to eat here, I ordered their Eels & Mash. Mink got the 1 Pie 1 Mash. I've eaten eel a bunch growing up so I knew what it would taste like. The counter lady even asked if I ate eel before as I was ordering lol. I suppose that's good they look out for customers who never had it before and may not like it. The eel was ok but I wasn't a huge fan of the sauce. They are very generous with the mashed potatoes. It's recommended to add lots of vinegar to the dish. They offer regular vinegar and one with chilis inside. I went for the ones with chili. The offerings are humble and an acquired taste. I'm so happy that I tried it and got to see what the fuss was all about.

We really enjoyed dinner at Lupins. The small plates were fun to share as a group and each of the…read moreoptions were really well prepared. The Risotto, the cauliflower croquettes and the Hake were just amazing. Service was excellent, didn't take them long to get dinner options on the table and they a good wine selection as well.

Great new spot in Southwark. Tapas style/shareable dishes freshly made with great ingredients. We…read moretried a variety of items: Hake, buratta, but the best dish was hands down the pork belly. Great service and great food, hope this place sticks around.

Feel sort of bad not giving this 5* because it's a decent restaurant. Food and service were good…read morebut for a place that charges 400/person just for food I expected slightly more. Like at least one dish that's easily memorable, which i can't say was the case here.

This is a really special meal. I love that they really do have a story for each dish. The meal is…read morelong and luxurious, and feels special and celebratory. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and really cares about presenting a great meal and experience.

This is such a friendly local's pub! I wandered in here looking for somewhere to watch the…read morefootball. It wasn't actually showing the match I wanted to see, but by the time I realized I was already having a laugh with the locals and the barmaid and decided I didn't want to leave! I even had a couple of drinks bought for me by the friendly patrons. I think food is served during the day, but I'm not sure about the evening. I didn't see a menu of any kind, but some of the tables were set up as if for eating. This pub has a lovely old fashioned feel both inside and out. It was actually recently used on an episode of the new 'Minder'I guess because of the way it looks. Unlike on the TV show though it didn't burn down..it is still very much here and I'd recommend tracking it down if you are in the area (it is not the easiest to findbut that probably helps maintain the local's feel to the place).

This an excellent traditional bar tucked away on the quiet and iconic street of page's walk. The…read morelandlord was very friendly and even showed us to a seat! Locals are very local and very friendly and welcoming. For a quiet beer in the evening (without the nonsense and pretense of the nearby wine bars and cokctail bar) this is definately the right choice! Bravo!