Early afternoon lunch after flying in to the UK. Stayed at the Marriott so obviously convenient…read more Went with the pastrami sandwich. The sandwich was ok. The flavors were good but the prep was a bit inconsistent. Parts of the sandwich was warm and other parts cold. The sauerkraut was not strained so that resulted probably in the temperature difference. The coleslaw was not to my taste. It was super heavy on mayonnaise and light on cabbage. A small bite was all I ate. The service was also below standard. I met a friend for lunch that arrived prior to me. He let the server know that I was on the way that I would place an order as well. After about 10 months I went to find someone who to help. After the food arrived, the server was nowhere to be found. After searching someone at the bar helped me close out. The service was a struggle and food was ok at best.

The food we ordered was good (wings, hummus, loaded fries) but the food took over an hour to come…read moreout after being ordered. The entire restaurant was empty and the only 3 tables being served all had more than 60 min ticket times. Not an enjoyable experience for a Marriott property

Stopped by this place once I got check-in at my hotel as it was across the street…read more The Atmosphere was nice and the people kind. The food was tasty (Super salad & fish and chips) and fresh. I enjoyed the views and again the food. I'd come back again.

This was the very worst experience and worst service we have had in our visits to London we waited…read more30 minutes for wait staff to take our order and then another 40 to get our food( only after we threatened to walk out) the wait staff looked like a bunch of confused ants. There seemed to be plenty of them, just no leaders, tables near us sat the entire time without being cleared of glassware from previous customers. We never received our Salad nor our drinks Our seat neighbor only for her cocktail and coke forty minutes into Her meal!

This was one of those places that infiltrated my Instagram algorithm, and I'm glad it did…read more It's everything I love, top tier delicious food in an unpretentious environment. On top of that, the service was friendly (like the server actually loved the food too) and their recommendations were all welcome and on point. Things I loved: - Beef Pot Pie with the sauce on the side. It has made my small list of food so good it made me mad. Loved everything about it. - Strawberries and cream dessert. Perfectly sweet, the crunchy texture of merengue. Mascarpone cream. 5/5 on food, service, and the unpretentious ambiance. Come at 5pm before the crowd comes in for an early quiet dinner, otherwise at 7pm the restaurant starts to fill up. Navigation tip: Instead of telling your cab driver go to "Holborn Dining Room" tell them go to the "Rosewood Hotel". It's the restaurant facing the street, but attached to the hotel.

Came as a solo diner for the quintessential British Sunday roast. The beef was delicious. Yorkshire…read morepudding was also very good. The duck fat potatoes were so hard that I worried I broke a tooth! What was most disappointing was the service. My first server was lovely, but she disappeared, never to be seen again. I couldn't provide any feedback about the potatoes until the meal was finished. The brownie was a delight. I have been waiting for over 20 minutes since finishing dessert, and no one is giving me any notice. Dining room is beautiful--very classic.

We were looking for a place to have a Sunday roast near a particular area and The Phoenix came up…read more We made reservations and upon arrival we were sent upstairs where our roast was served. As most pubs in London, this place was beautiful and charming. We had a great time and a great Sunday Roast. A couple of us had the beef, a couple had the vegetarian version and another had the chicken. All were good except we all thought the Yorkshire Pudding left something to be desired. It was hard and not tasty. I expected it to be fresh and light like the others I've had over the years. We loved the maple carrots and the cheesy cauliflower as well. The biggest surprise of the visit was the unexpected and very cool magic by Marius, who we thought was just a staff member. But he also a pretty good magician. He showed us several card and coin tricks that were done tastefully and remarkably well. This man is a compliment to The Phoenix. I would return here again. You should try it as well.

I would like to say this is the best pub I've ever been to! The people, the atmosphere, the food,…read moreand the unique ciders they have. I hope one day we will get to come back here, because it was amazing.

The food was great, went with IES aboard, (40 pounds for the scones), service was good, environment…read morewas really good.

My friend, daughter and I went to London earlier in the week and this was our first meal there. It…read morewas so so good, such a great way to start off our trip. We went for afternoon tea with cocktails. The place was beautiful. Our server was so friendly and down to earth- I love how attentive they were to my daughter's allergies. The price was very reasonable. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone visiting London.

Came here for dinner with family and left with mixed feelings…read more The experience started off a bit rough. We were told to wait in the lobby for a table, but there weren't enough seats available, so several of us ended up standing around awkwardly. Once seated, the restaurant was extremely loud. It made conversation difficult, and I definitely wouldn't recommend it as a date-night spot unless you're comfortable raising your voice just to hear each other. The lighting was also surprisingly dim--I could barely read the menu without using my phone light. Unfortunately, our seating situation didn't help either. We were placed next to a large family party with two children running around and playing on the bench seating. They repeatedly kicked my dad by accident, and after several incidents I finally had to ask them to stop myself. What was frustrating was that the parents never seemed to intervene. As for the food, there were definitely some highlights. The beef tartare was excellent--fresh, flavorful, and the egg on top tied everything together nicely. They served it with four slices of bread, though I personally think chips or crostini would have complemented it better. The duck salad, on the other hand, wasn't for me. It had a strange sweet-and-savory fusion flavor that reminded me of fruit-flavored duck jerky mixed into a salad. For the mains, the Shepherd's Pie was decent. The flavors were good, though nothing particularly memorable, but the presentation was impressive. The standout dish of the night was the teriyaki salmon. It was cooked perfectly, moist, and packed with flavor. We also ordered the scallop and scampi linguine. The sauce was enjoyable, but the pasta itself didn't seem freshly made and lacked the al dente texture I was expecting. Overall, the food ranged from good to very good, especially the salmon and beef tartare, but the noisy atmosphere, poor lighting, and seating experience took away from what could have been a much more enjoyable meal.

The place has a very chic and elegant atmosphere. We went without a reservation but were still able…read moreto find a table. From the moment we walked in, the staff were extremely polite and welcoming. The food was delicious and the presentations were very well done.

The service was absolutely great, and the gentleman serving us was friendly, attentive and clearly…read morevery conscientious. I ordered the King Prawn Scampi and Fries, while my husband had the Burger. Both arrived very quickly, but unfortunately, when I started eating mine, I found that some pieces of scampi were warm while others were noticeably colder. The Burger, on the other hand, was absolutely delicious. It gave the impression that the scampi had been pre-cooked and kept warm, with portions then being served at different temperatures. Soon after the food arrived, our waiter asked if everything was OK. I explained that, although the scampi was edible, it could have been hotter, and he immediately offered to replace it. As it was initially edible, I declined. Unfortunately, I then bit into a genuinely cold piece. By this point, the waiter had moved on to other tables, and asking for a replacement would have taken a little while. By the time he came back into our vicinity, I had eaten the fries and had been put off the scampi altogether. Another waiter cleared our plates but didn't ask whether there had been a problem with my meal, despite me having left most of it. Fortunately, our original waiter noticed this and asked the manager to come and speak to me, resulting in the scampi being removed from the bill. Unfortunately, the manager's response was disappointing. She offered what felt like a rather half-hearted apology and, from the way she dealt with the situation, left me feeling as though I should not return. It was a shame, because our waiter was excellent throughout and handled the situation exactly as I would have expected. Perhaps he should be the manager... just a thought!

We had an absolutely unforgettable dinner at The Lighterman which we chose because it's positioned…read moreright on the gorgeous canalside of Granary Square in King's Cross and was the PERFECT way to kick off our European cross-country friends vacation. The location on the river was stunning and mysterious, with sexy, moody lighting that made the whole place feel like a chic scene out of a movie. Exactly the vibe we were going for as we like to give expensive, stylish, and fun feels. We started with three amazing appetizers: a beautifully fresh seafood starter, a creamy burrata, and a delicate carpaccio. Then came the flatbreads straight from the wood oven which was crispy, bold, and just what we needed for sharing. For mains, the burgers were juicy and really elevated, the trout was perfectly cooked and flaky, and every bite tasted just as good as it looked (kinda small though). The drinks were fabulous! Especially the martinis, which were smooth, cold, and exactly what we needed. 4 starts is because the service wasn't that great, like, seriously. So much so that I would rather not talk about it and just give the -1 star. Stylish atmosphere, gorgeous river views, and great food and drinks... The Lighterman absolutely delivered on every level for our celebration dinner. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a sexy, special night out in London.

They have a potato menu. I should probably just stop there. What else do you need to know, right?…read more I came for dinner at the Jones Family Project with a friend on a very cold winter's night and we were warmly welcome the moment we arrived. Our host lead us downstairs to a comfortable booth. I stuck with sides (£3.50 each): Roasted Brussels sprouts with avocados and pecans, truffled macaroni cheese and big chips (from the potato menu, of course). I also sampled some of my pal's calamari which was very tasty. For dessert, we both enjoyed the orange tart with crème fraîche, pistachios and cinnamon saffron syrup. I don't think I've received nicer service anywhere in London and the restaurant's soundtrack totally rocks. I'd make this my local if I lived in London!

F I N A L L Y, An eatery in London that has actual background music. No screaming at your friends…read morein here, just good food & good times. Met my crew on this cold Saturday morning for our brunch session. JFP doesn't disappoint. Entry: bright, welcoming, few leaflets & notices of the neighborhood. Drinks: Every one we had was on point! Food: Yummy, tasty & appropriate sizes (aka you won't be hungry by the time the bill comes) it's also worth noting that I had the French Toast. Other places I've been make it sickly sweet.. Not in here. It's all good & proper crispy bacon! CRISP!! Service: always with a smile. Never intrusive & helpful with drink selections. Atmosphere: Bright, pretty, cosy, homey, cool, laid back. Yes, all those trendy buzz words. JFP has an upstairs bar/brasserie which is lovely & reminded me of an indoor floral art space. Tables are appropriately spaced. Downstairs is the restaurant which is quite big too. Toilets: clean but a few stalls missing loo roll (minus a star) Overall, this is a winner. We'll be coming back.