Went here for drinks and a bite to eat on Wednesday evening with a friend. When we walked into the…read morebar, it was rather noisy with background music, but luckily there is a smaller lounge which is much quieter and more conducive to good conversation. The pizza was tasty, and the drink selection good. We had the Pinot Noir, which was excellent and just the right temperature. My only slight criticism is that my friend has a serious egg allergy, and when I asked the barman to check the wine bottle label for egg (yes, sometimes wine has egg in it - who knew!), he didn't seem entirely impressed/was a little grumpy. But the other service staff we had throughout the evening were good.

I discovered the Revolution Bar after having wandered around the area for an hour or so wondering…read morewhere to go and eat. Anyway I went and was amazed to find that it had a really warm,friendly atmosphere,big open rooms,comfortable booths to sit in and very smart,snazzy decor. Next I ordered food from a really small menu,but my selection was mostly dictated by the fact that all the dishes sounded very nice. I must admit I was not mistaken in my choice because the food was just amazing- big portions for a bar/pub type place. The staff were all very friendly,helpful and more than happy to make our eating experience very nice. I have been to a lot places where the food has been so good but the service so awful-especially if the waiting are unfriendly.

found pin in my chair bread very good I like it I not eating…read morebut it very cool creepy bird nexto us and found plaster under table it is taking very long for food to arrive very nice bathroom also hair on floor very nice waitresses trash music

We ate here twice during a recent week in London's Battersea neighborhood. This lovely family-owned…read morepub offers great drink and fabulous food. Our second dinner was on Oyster Night. Excellent local shellfish and plenty of wonderful options for non-shellfish diners, too. Finished the night with a Sticky Toffee Pudding. Strong recommendation!

I haven't heard too many good things about the hotel associated with this place, but Tonic & Remedy…read moreis definitely worth a shot. The vibe and view alone are worth visiting this bar/ restaurant. The bar is located at the bottom and the restaurant is upstairs. Both have a rather lovely view of the city, so it's great for some people watching and socializing while you enjoy you your food and drink. The drink menu is bigger than the food menu and offers an enormous variety of just about every boozey concoction you could possibly want. Even those of us with a huge sweet tooth are sufficiently satiated here. The cocktails are pricey, but worth it, if you have the money to spend. The food menu also offers a wide variety of fancy dishes that aren't too pretentious, and the starters alone are enough to excite any foodie. The Crispy Ricotta Balls and Halloumi with Honey are on point; the creamy, deep-fried Halloumi cheese sticks with honey were so good, in fact, I could have cried. The salads are healthy without being boring, and pack a flavorful punch. The Confit Chicken Terrine has a delicious smokey essence from the grilled toast. And the burgers range from fried chicken to a vegetarian option made with portobello mushrooms and other goodness. Their desserts alone are worth a trip, and while they have a slightly lighter option like the parfait and sorbet, I have to recommend the home made doughnuts with hot chocolate sauce and caramelized peanuts; definitely worth the calories. Most of the starters are a permanent staple, but parts of the menu are subject to change, so if you see something you want to try, do so now, as you might not get another chance. You may want to make time to come here, though, as the food takes a while to come out. But hey, at least you know it's fresh.

This place just opened up and it is conveniently around the corner from where we live. We are…read morealways looking for new places to have a drink and this is a definite change from the various pubs that surround us (which we love as well!). It's located in the M hotel which would make most people go "ugh, a hotel bar" but it doesn't have any real feel of a hotel bar except for its location. The space is gorgeous with both a ground floor and first floor space with floor to ceiling windows. The long communal tables are nice and the stools are incredibly comfortable - great for long nights of drinking and chatting. Plus, they have other seating on comfortable sofas. Anyway, on to the drinks! Adam was in a beer mood and went with a Camden Pale Ale (£5). Unfortunately, they only have three beers on draft (Amstel and Heineken being the other two choices) but the name does state they are more of a cocktail bar. I started with a Spring Negroni (£9.50) which was incredibly light and refreshing. A nice twist on the classic Negroni with some candied ginger and dried flowers in the glass. A really nicely made cocktail and strong! I hate a beautiful cocktail that tastes like... juice. I could definitely taste (and feel) the alcohol in this drink. For my second drink, I opted for Jamming (£7.50), one of their signature cocktails. The mix of Beefeater dry gin with mint and crushed ice came with a spoon made of caramel(!) holding a pomegranate and basil jam with a bit of black pepper extract. The drink was basically a mint julep and the additional jam was a welcome surprise! Loved the addition of black pepper and the caramel spoon was a nice touch. We were also a bit hungry so we had some olives (£2.50) which came with a mix of pitted black olives and green olives as well as the G&T cured salmon and treacle bread (£8). The olives were a nice snack and the salmon was a really lovely appetizer before heading to dinner. The salmon was fresh (though I couldn't taste too much G&T) and went well with the cucumber and treacle bread croutons. All in all, we are so excited to have this new place in our neighborhood! The drinks are interesting and the food is good. Plus, they're open until 1am! A great place for that nightcap on the way home :)

Like so many of London's traditional watering holes, The Chesham Arms in Hackney faced closure in…read morethe name of property development. The fate of this local pub seemed certain- it was labelled as 'inviable' by developers- and a significant amount of renovation was required modernise the 150-year-old building. But this all-too-familiar London tale has a happy ending: the pub was saved at the hands of a local publican and has been restored to its former glory. The story behind the Chesham Arms is a tremendous victory for the local community and for punters alike. I visited the boozer after it was named Pub of the Year by CAMRA last week, mostly because I was surprised that- despite being on my doorstep- it was completely under my radar. It's a smallish pub with a mix of tables and stools at the bar, the environment was boisterous and friendly, the bartenders were personable and the crowd was diverse. We arrived in time to see an elderly couple- obviously regulars- being warmly seen off by staff after enjoying a quiet tipple. As the night went on, there were larger, younger groups arriving, but games of Scrabble were still being waged and pizzas delivered by local pizzeria, Yard Sale. The music was decent and the selection of beer, both on tap and cask, was unbeatable and rotated in front of our eyes. The Chesham Arms is so utterly charming that it will make you envious of the lucky local residents. We popped in just for a pint, but ultimately planted ourselves there for a few hours, freely chatting with others at the bar and trying some great local beers. The pub retains a sense of its history, keeping a traditional décor and not opting for anything too flashy in the vein of mismatched furniture or gimmicky fixtures. They are intending to eventually open a kitchen, but I can vouch for the pizzas that were being delivered in droves (you can get your menu at the bar)- they looked hot, gooey and plentiful. The story behind The Cheshire Arms is at the crux of its identity, but it's a pub successful on every front. If you're in East London and not wary of going off the beaten track, it's worth the effort. If nothing else, your visit will restore your faith in just what a community can achieve in the face of gentrification, modernisation and unviability. Just don't tell too many people- there are only so many seats at the bar.

A quaint pub which is off-the-beaten track in Hackney Central. While I sometimes find the area…read morebleak at best, the Chesham Arms looks like something taken out of West Hampstead. It's picturesque lampposts and leafy frontage are incredibly inviting. I can see why the community petitioned to save it from a terrible real estate redevelopment fate. The interior is a standard gastropub decor with two fireplaces (for when the beer garden is a bit too nippy). Big groups of young university aged people, board games, and a really remarkable beer garden (really something!) makes this pub a standout in the area. Real ales dominate, so forget your Stellas and Heinekens. There is a San Miguel though if you are really craving a familiar lager. I believe there is a simple food menu but they turn a blind eye to locals ordered pizza in, as I could tell from the 3 large boxes on the table next to us.

I wanted this to be my new local, but the search continues. If I were rating just the service and…read morethe space itself, it would get five stars, but the price and food take it down to three. I had a "main course" beetroot salad, which was tasty and beautifully presented, but would pass for a light starter at best. This had to be supplemented with their "famous chips", which were average chips, but shaped like tater tots. The bill for this light dinner and a cider -- £18.60. I do appreciate how accommodating they were for a vegan, but this won't be my new go-to restaurant. I might be back for drinks and board games, but probably not for food.

Fantastic pub, way worth going a little out of your way. The Sunday roast was truly exceptional. We…read morehad some wonderful wines and enjoyed a game of scrabble whilst chatting to the friendly staff. Highly recommended!

I expected much less, I'm not sure why... I've always seen plenty of people from outside yet I…read morethought perhaps it might just be one of those overrated local joints where afternoon clientele consisted of lunch time diners from area business and those that call Battersea home in the evenings and despite that I found the latter to be true, it being overrated would be both unkind and a false statement. There's nothing "blow-you-away" great other than its charm. It (in my limited opinion on the matter) is the classic definition of an English pub trying to compete in modern times: loud, crowded, booze, and a slight hint of hunters lodge with all the refinement of a city restaurant. The food was excellent; we had the Cod special and Sausage with Mash. Plated beautifully, obviously by a culinary school graduate, with complementary flavors that sung from the fork notes of a song that romanced the panties off me. Maybe it was three pints of IPA, maybe it was my appetite, but certainly our meals deserve credit where credit is due. Kudos to the cooks! Will definitely be going back having just moved in around the way...

Of all the British pubs in London, this is by far the best! It's a modern twist on traditional…read morecomfort British cuisine :). The chef is amazing and presentation is as good as the flavors!

Food Service Views…read more This place has been on my list of restaurants to try for a while and I was wary that it would not live up to the hype. It surpassed expectations on all levels. We've tried loads of Sunday lunches in the last 5 years and always come away wanting. This is the best Sunday lunch I've had in UK. The food is innovative, well seasoned and delicious. The staff are knowledgeable. Wine list is very good. Views are lovely as well. Tried the makerel with nduja, and squid with Thai sausage to start, with the bread and butter. Punchy flavours and well seasoned... great start. Porchetta for main with chips and a salad. Pork was perfectly cooked, chips were on point and salad was excellent (leaf salad with herbs in that add so much flavour). Dessert was baked custard and greengage panna cotta... both perfect. Great weather and good wine just added the final touch to make it a perfect lunch.

Lovely interior - beautiful green tiles on the bar, fireplaces, Winchester style armchairs - it…read moremanages to feel light and airy but cosy at the same time. There is a lovely conservatory with space for large groups that is available for hire though it is not necessary to make a reservation to sit here. There is also a garden with what I think was a ping pong table but I wasn't out there. I noticed they had board games & there was a sign saying a Wii was available. When we arrived at lunch time it wasn't too busy and we were warmly greeted by the very friendly owner, we chose from their menu of pizzas but they also offered salads and some snacky options like wedges and chicken wings. The pizzas were freshly baked, did not take long to get to us and were really tasty. The other member of staff we dealt with was really lovely & friendly too - a great spot all round.

I had no idea this was a "kiwi pub", but noticed a few lovely touches like the Aoteroa painting,…read moreand the beef burger on the menu proudly uses "Winiata beef". The bar staff are mostly made up of friendly aussies and kiwis too. They were able to easily accommodate gluten free options but there weren't many vegie options - this didn't seem unusual though as the menu wasn't huge. I had a mushroom and goats cheese burger with fries which was nice, nothing particularly special - but I asked the lovely girl at the bar for extra cheese and she made this happen which was appreciated! There was a guy with his guitar playing awesome tracks we all know and love, he had a great voice and the music wasn't too loud so everyone could enjoy it while still being able to chat. He even let me sing a little duet of crowded house with him haha (too many wines on my part but I am a singer too so it wasn't entirely terrible from me..I hope not anyway!) The atmosphere and beer garden is very lovely and has quirky lantern lights everywhere which is a nice touch. As a wine drinker I was pleased to see the selection of New Zealand wines on the menu too. All in all I had a very pleasant evening at the Garden Shed, I would recommend it to everyone - whether you're kiwi or not ;)