Walking home from a great meal at Jacuzzi on Kensington High Street to our hotel Ember Locke on Cromwell Road, we were magically drawn to this delightful outdoor row of sharp looking cozy tables awaiting someone to enjoy the peaceful time between sunset and dark. Crisp navy cushioned benches with throw pillows and lit candles set the mood. We each had a lovely dessert and a cocktail. Our server was animated and engaging, we enjoyed our time here and would return again and again if we lived in the area. Such a great area ! read more

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Down the street from our rental . Hey. I gotta say . If I lived here we'd be regulars . Great place . Nice service . Inviting . The bread was nice to start w . We had both the fish pie and the cod dish with some of the cauliflower side . Everything toothsomely delish . Regret not trying the vaunted toffee pudding - but so as not to have regrets will be returning - well, it Is a 3 minute walk !! - will do so soon enough . Yes, please . read more

We made an early reservation (6:15) but got there a bit earlier and enjoyed a round at the pub side of the restaurant. Quick warning to early birds, this also tends to be when families also dine. (We had a few excited young friends as well as a few unhappy/hungry/tired friends seated around us.) Between us and our dinner mates we've raised a total of 11 children - so it didn't phase us, but something to keep in mind. The pork chop was absolute perfection. I couldn't decide which sauce to choose, so Marta, our server, brought all three. (The peppercorn one was my fave, followed by the Bérnaise.). My date had the curry and really enjoyed it. (So much so that I only had a small forkful of the sauce, he cleaned his plate!) The booth was cozy for our party of 4. Easy to catch up and comfortable to sit for a bit. Great spot! read more

The Abingdon - Curried chicken - New American Near Me - London, XGL

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The Gorgonzola Pear Tortellini was easily the best thing we ordered! Steak had great flavor but was over-cooked. Cocktail not the best, but beer/wine options looked good read more

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We had to make a last minute reservation for 8 when we saw we couldn't make a big reservation online we made two separate reservations for 4 and 5 people. We did leave a note on the reservation asking if possible we would love to sit close to one another. To my surprise I received a phone call from the restaurant the day of our reservation by a chap named Adrian, he was extremely polite and said he would try to do his best to have us seated close to one another. When we arrived we had two booths in the very back of the restaurant seated directly across from one another. It was perfect. The service was excellent and the food was even better. We started with a burrata squash dish that was out of this world. I personally had the pork chop and it was amazing. The cod was a stunning dish and tasted brilliant. Highly recommend and will be bringing co workers back again. read more

Hoo-boy. This was our first meal in London. Great food, extremely charming, nice outdoor seating, and a quiet block. read more

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We had card secured our outdoor heated table reservation for on the heated patio, booking the day before our planned dinner. Upon arrival we were told it would be two minutes and our table would be ready. 15 plus minutes later we inquired if there was a problem with our table on the patio (as we could see, all the tables were occupied). They said it would be a couple of minutes and we would be seated. Minutes later we were greeted with the menus and asked to follow them inside. We clarified that our booking, as already clarified and indicated with the online booking, was for the heated patio. We were told at that moment, no sooner, that they wouldn't be serving food on the patio that night because they were short staffed. No prior communication online or by phone that they couldn't accommodate our outdoor reservation. No indication upon check in or after the long wait for our expected outdoor table that they had no plans of keeping our expected booking outdoors. Unfortunately we can't review the food because we didn't dine indoors. read more

Apalling service . Despite coming here twice a week, today was an awful experience. A waiter Luigi refused to serve me and my child, refused to help find us a table, or accommodate us at all. A similarly unprofessional manager didn't listen to my complaint instead accusing me in lying. Tables next to us were covered in dirty dishes with no one cleaning. Eventually the table was offered to family who came way after us. Very unpleasant racist vibes!!' read more

Great meal and service. Tremendous dessert!! We walked in without a reservation but were seated promptly.

Good ambience but the food was truly poor quality, particularly considering the £35 tag price for a cod dish which was well over cooked, almost mushy and completely tasteless. Very disappointing. read more

What a great little gastropub just off Kensington High Street and close to the High Street Kensington Tube station. From the outside, it looks like a neighborhood pub, not a restaurant. Once inside, though, the place has a cozy, upscale look and feel. Both the bar and the dining room were buzzing with activity. We started off with drinks at the bar, which were quickly served by the friendly bar staff. Once at the table, we had all of our questions about the menu and wine list cheerfully answered. We grabbed glasses of Malbec, and scotch fillets. The steaks were very good and the service was fantastic. From start to finish, the food, the wine and the service were fantastic. This is a great dining option if you want to get away from the High Street mayhem. read more

WOW, I cannot believe I haven't reviewed the Abingdon. Luckily it's right across the street from my mums place so it's nice to be able to get a wee bit tipsy and just walk home - yay. BUT this place is fantastic! The food, the service, atmosphere are superb. Try this place You will NOT be disappointed....... read more

Came down here for sticky toffee pudding, were not disappointed. Even though the kitchen was still closed (we didn't think to check before) the personnel was very accommodating. The service was excellent and they went above and beyond to make sure we could try their dessert. And it was delicious! On top of that, them having non-dairy option for milk (oat milk) was a pleasant surprise and made my experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend and will absolutely return for more next time I'm in London! read more

The Abingdon - Sticky Toffee puffing with ice cream - New American Near Me - London, XGL

Authentic British food! Cauliflower soup for starters. It was light and delicious (added a bit of pepper) Had wild rabbit and Norfolk guineafowl as entrees. Didn't taste as gamey as expected. Meat was very tender and tasty. The dessert was awesome! Dark chocolate sorbet and torte with a hint of ginger was not as sweet so they were easy to go down. The service was very attentive. The waitress made good recommendations. The ambiance was charming. Reservation is highly recommended. Price for the whole meal was reasonable. read more

Delightfully upscale with local charm. A lovely meal with genial hosts, good atmosphere, and some eminently satisfactory pavé steak, and a huge pork chop. When I explained to our hostess what brought us there - the Internet's claims that their sticky toffee pudding is the best in greater London - she grinned, nodded sagely, and said dryly, "that is correct." And so it is. Worth seeking out! read more

This is a quality local pub. The building is really nice from the outside and on the inside it's cosy, comfortably busy, relaxed and elegant. It's down a nice quiet street and set back a little bit from the road so it has plenty of tables outside for smokers. There's a central drinking area with a dining area surrounding it. It's separated enough though to keep a more buzzing atmosphere over drinks. I had this amazing risotto here once. I don't think it's on the menu anymore but it was beautiful; roasted pumpkin, perfectly garlicky, shavings of parmesan, the right amount of oil. I think I keep going back just to see if they've decided to bring it back. Having said that, the rest of the food on the menu is up there, really nice gastropub fare and the Fettucini is really very, very good. Nothing comes cheap round here but it's the sort of place I would take my parents to and I know we'd ALL have a nice time. read more

The Abingdon - New American Near Me - London, XGL

The food for the price was not that great. No flavors I can make a better steak for a lot less $ and taste amazing. Nothing was amazing in this place!! read more

This is a quietly elegant restaurant with a crisp yet soothing ambience. The location on the corner made it easy to spot after our leisurely stroll through neighborhood. I found the banquette seating sumptuous yet sturdy and appreciated the accent pillows doubling as dividers. My starter was the cavatelli with avocado and chili. Delicate pasta, sheerly dressed with creamy morsels of avocado, four sliced on the bias red chilies on a scant bed of arugula. The chili added the perfect burst of heat. The gentle texture of the pasta and avocado was almost like it sublimated in the mouth. The entree was a perfectly cooked Scottish salmon with a well paired sauce. My date's steak was equally well prepared steak, finished so nicely in their Bertha oven that I wished I could buy one for myself. My main gripe about these dishes was the temperature. None of the food was served hot, just acceptably warm. Now, on to my favorite part - the desserts! I ordered the lemon tart which looked perfect and tasted amazing. It was bright and zingy. A lemon sorbet accompanied the tart along with a stripe of raspberry sauce. All three were very sharp so there wasn't any variety. Still delicious and the best palate cleanser. My date offered a taste of the crème brûlée he ordered. I'm not a fan of custard desserts but something about it looked enticing. An initially tenuous bite turned into to me polishing of the rest of it. It was that good. So perfectly balanced was the sweetness and vanilla. The texture! It was impossibly airy yet velvety smooth. The caramelized top was flawless with the crunch and chew. I wanted to bathe in it. It was served with a ladyfinger instead of shortbread as listed on the menu. It would probably put me over the edge as I love shortbread. I can't wait to eat here again when I go back to London. read more

What's the fuss about? I'm not even sure I should review this place but I will. I've wanted to try here for two nights and both nights came too early for dinner. Well tonight I came back shortly after 6:30 which is when it was posted they we're serving dinner. First I sat in the bar area but after the bartender said there was a different menu for the restaurant I said I'd sit over there. I did. It was empty but a woman was doing something at a counter - folding napkins or one of those type things. I was reasonably sure she saw me but she never said a word....then another woman came up to her and they chatted. Again , I was invisible. A third person - think right said Fred but probably lacking the talent - walked by...not a word. The crowning moment of this grand neighborhood pub experience was when woman #1 brought a lit candle to my table and said NOTHING!!! I even waited another few minutes before leaving. I'm sorry that I was troubling the clearly overworked waitstaff with such things as wanting a menu or wanting to be acknowledged as existing but give me a break. According to the sign you were open for dinner. If you were running LATE on being prepared a few words would have gone a long way, but I guess the six people in the bar drinking various shades of wine must allow you to pay the rent, which is good because you won't have my under-valued dollar to help you out. So, Abingdon, you lose. You get nothing! You didn't even bother to steal fizzy lifting drinks. read more

It's hard for a place to be considered a gastropub without seeming pretentious but this one pulls it off. Don't get me wrong, the drinks and food qualifies for "gastropub status" but the friendly staff, lively music and simple decor stamp out any potential for pretentiousocity, if you will allow me to coin a word. Check it out and make sure you try a cocktail. They put some effort into it! read more

A tiny gastropub a few streets back from HSK (all the best stuff is). Sit at the bar if you're going for a pre-dinner drink, book a table for a great dinner. Nails an up-scale but intimate vibe that I love. My favourite for an early Saturday, pre-cinema stop. read more

This was the best meal I ate while in London for 10 days. My friend and I pretty much stumbled on it while looking for a bar, and discovered that is was actually a lovely restaurant. We decided to sit down for dinner, and it was so elegant, with the delicious food. I had risotto - it was done right. This place a total gem, I love it! read more

Far from anything but nice and quiet. The rooms are kind of worn down and the bathrooms are a bit outdated but the service is nice.

Come for dinner (always well prepared and flavorful), but don't forget to get dessert, the sticky toffee pudding is amazing!

This was a pleasant find for me while visiting the Kensington area on business. I waked by on the way back to my hotel and stopped for a night cap. Pleasantly I found an upper scale neighborhood bar with friendly staff and patrons. The bar tenders make good cocktails and the wine list is extensive. I went back two nights in a row and decided to come back for a dinner the third night. The menu items offer a wide selection without being overwhelming. And they're adventurous without being non-sensical. Every single member of the waitstaff was attentive and knowledgable about the menu. If you're looking for dinner, make sure you have a reservation. read more

Hmmmm a pretty place for Sunday roast and one of the better foods I had in London. Located in a posh neighbourhood of Chelsea, my husband and I decided to try it out since it is in between our location and his visiting friend. It is easily noticeable that the clients are mostly the upscale members of the society who feels the need to drag along their pet inside the restaurant. One great thing about this place is that their price range is surprisingly within the average range considering where it is located. The 2 course meal we had was £18 per person although they have service charge of 12.5 % is added in your bill in the end. All is well though because I was satisfied with the food here. Finally, I noticed that they have a wide selection of wine to pair with your meal. My verdict: thumbs up. read more

Excellent food! Scottish salmon was fantastic, ribeye well prepared and tasty, lobster tortellini was decadent! Great service, charming neighborhood atmosphere and reasonably priced considering portions and quality. Highly recommend! read more

Dropped in for a drink and dessert having been around the corner at a less pleasant venue for dinner. Wish we'd found this place first! Wine was great, cocktail proper, dessert divine. Ambience and staff excellent read more

The Abingdon - Possibly the best Crème Brûlée I've tasted. - New American Near Me - London, XGL

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We came here to celebrate the ending of a long week of meetings in London however we were discriminated against because we were not British and a little louder than their regular customers. We were actually asked to be quieter it totally ruined our evening as the staff made us feel unwelcome. We have recommended this place to many back in the past however we will never be returning read more

This restaurant and bar may look like an ordinary pub from the outside. But it's a far smarter and spacious affair inside. The Abingdon is equally suited to blow-the-budget special occasion meals, girly get-togethers, quick coffee catch-ups, and lingering encounters over fine wines. There are four reasons why this is also my favourite local brunch haunt: 1. Seriously comfortable and varied seating and dining options - including sofas, more formal tables and chairs and cosy hangover-friendly booths, in a stylish setting. 2. Really friendly service. 3. The best eggs benedict in town 4. The best beetroot soup in town read more

I was treated to dinner here on Saturday night, and my word, it was every bit a treat. Charming staff, great food - the cod fillet was pure white and flaked to my fork, and a very nice wine list. The fact the Abingdon was heaving yet the staff remained calm, professional, yet immensely warm throughout the evening says a lot. I got the feeling many customers return again and again as a large proportion were treated as valued friends. What topped it for me though was the very cute dog lying at the feet of one of the bar customers. There aren't many London bars these days where you can take your pet for a drink. Nice one Abingdon! read more

One of the best meals I've ever had! If I could grant ten yelp stars then I would! The Abingdon is now one of my favourite restaurants. I was visiting London recently and I booked a table here based on great yelp reviews when meeting a friend in the area. I loved everything about this place. The staff were friendly, polite and fun! Offered some great recommendations on menu options too. We started with the scallops and wow, they were delicious. I got the steak pave as my main course with a side of chips and broccoli. It's big enough to share. It was cooked to perfection and was so tasty!! One of the best steaks I've ever had. We finished with ice cream and again it was delicious. If I lived in London I would be here all of the time! The Abingdon is by far the best choice for a wonderful dining experience. read more

This warm and cozy restaurant and wine bar is the perfect place to dine with friends in a cold and wintry night. Off the beaten path and away from the hustle and bustle of High Street, you can have a nice lunch or dinner or stop in for a cocktail or a glass of wine with friends or family. This restaurant is inappropriately categorized as "American" food which is misleading if you are using reviews to select a restaurant. The food is an offering of fresh, wholesome, seasonal European and British gastro-pub cuisine. We loved the warm goat cheese and beetroot salad with balsamic dressing; the sea trout with spinach, clam, and mussels veloute, and pumpkin and sage ravioli with a saffron sauce and toasted pumpkin seeds. The pièce de résistance was the sticky toffee pudding with clotted cream ice cream. The interior is relaxed and playful. We loved the lighted bar at night. The service is friendly and timely. Not overbearing. Gratuity is included with dinner. You can book dinner here on New Year's Eve. www.theabingdon.co.uk read more

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Yesterday my bf bring me here and it was quite good. We had a few drinks at the bar and then we sat on our table. I had an organic salmon and it was delicious! The quality and taste was far more than the price of 19.50. The service was almost perfect. The wine was also very good ( I do not understand much of wines, but my boyfriend do). So we had a nice romantic dinner in Kensington. We will go at the Abingdon back soon. read more

Wow! I was on a business trip and wanted a little bite to eat. Table for one - always an awkward situation. I'm in town from the USA - Texas for that matter. And this is the best pork chop I have ever had. Texture and taste outstanding! Lively vibe. Great service. I highly recommend. Chris read more

Family owned fine dining pub. Comfortable for a casual pint or glass of wine. However the real value comes from a top selection of meals. The Yelp category of 'American' doesn't seem correct. Recommend ordering the steak frites. read more

Great spot. Cool decor, especially sitting in one of the armchairs in the bar before dinner. Then has a diner feel aesthetic inside. Good, if limited, menu. And fun spot, away from the bustle of High Street Ken read more

Excellent gastro-pub. The food is great big portions, nicely cooked meat and fresh salads await me there every time. I also like how I am being treated with respect and friendly attitude. I could dine here every night if it weren't so far away from me. read more

Cute bar in front, with comfortable and romantic tables in the restaurant. Service and food were outstanding. We started with homemade Irish treacle soda bread and Italian olive focaccia with plenty of butter. Starters of heirloom carrots and an unusual and delicious burrata. Entrees were a HUGE and nicely cooked pork chop, sea bream with roasted broccoli, and a celeriac tart, accompanied by a side of roasted King cabbage that made us want the recipe. Dessert the sticky toffee of course and an amazing chocolate tart and gelato. Wow. read more

Enjoyed dinner twice at the Abingdon during my time in London. Incredible service, delicious food, and great atmosphere! Get the duck spring rolls! read more