Good food, low key, beautiful Ambience. Nice place to have a…read moremeal off the beaten path.

A hidden French delight, just off Bermondsey street…read more Tucked at the back of some tennis courts in a public park, I wouldn't have known this place even existed were it not for a cryptic business card from its nearby sister restaurant (Casse-Croûte). Here, there is none of the intimacy that you get at Casse-Croûte but it somehow still feels personal and cozy. A seasonal menu is presented for lunch and dinner, with a selection of starters bolstered by several solid mains. No specials were on offer, so presumably the menu stays as is for a few months. Each main was intended for two, but such generous portions meant that this solo diner had to choose a couple of starters. The onion soup was a delicious, less filling twist on the classic version with a cheesy foam on top and a sablé to accompany, rather than the standard heavy croûte. The black pudding scotch egg was actually comprised of boudin noir, not black pudding which gave it a softer almost pasty interior that sat nicely in contrast to the crisp crumbed exterior. The enclosed egg was runny soft and rich. The sweet and earthy purée that the egg sat on complemented it well, though I found the scattered pickled chanterelles to be too sharp and acidic to work with the other ingredients. Some fragrant eau de vie de poire kept me going until the blueberry soufflé arrived with a dollop of rich pistachio ice cream. Overall: I'd go back, with my wife, to be able to unlock more of the menu. Pricey, but worth it if you want to eat something special whilst feeling comfortable.

Amazing entrecôte! Mario was my server tonight and he was exceptional! Friendly, efficient, and…read morefast. The food was delish and came fast. Efficient chef and staff I was in and out with a full belly and a smile. They were so kind and patient. They allowed other guests to hang out and enjoy their wine. And they even had a bunch of regulars come in and everyone was treated exactly the same. With kindness and efficiency. If you are nearby staying at the hotel or if you are enjoying the British Musuem, check them out! I had a glass of Malbec (attached) with my dinner and it was well balanced and fruity!

Very good experience for French and Mediterranean cuisine. Good quality of food. Fresh and tasty…read more Service is remarkable comes from hart. Very fast. The atmosphere is very good. I like it.

Small menu but all of it was delicious ! Love the fact that…read moremost of the menu is in French - also people serving (the owners ?) are French We also had rose wine which was decent. Service was pretty quick - the longest we had to wait was for the bill I would easily recommend this restaurant and other customers would agree / the restaurant was full and we were lucky to get the last table

What a wonderful place! The interior is so cozy and intimate. The food - sensational. My friend had…read morerabbit and I had beef with beans and potato gratin. All of these were super flavorful and tasty. We followed up with desserts - one with apple and one with rhubarb - both great. They change the menu every day as well. And the staff were super lovely!

We stumbled across Boro Bistro after visiting Borough Market and it was a cute little find. There's…read morelots of seating outside, but since it was chilly we sat inside. The inside is pretty small with dim lighting, very cozy and relaxed. Our server was Italian and he was so sweet. We ordered the snails and they were actually pretty good. I got the beef bavette with pepper sauce and while the sauce was tasty, the meat was very chewy. The chicken schnitzel was okay too. The wine and the spicy margarita were both really good though. Overall, a nice spot to unwind after the market with good drinks and a cozy atmosphere.

Great spot next to borough market. Lovely outdoor patio. Great tapas. Service is friendly.read more

Chez Tonton is outstanding, I've been passing for years meaning to go in and finally did last night…read morethanks to a taste card 2 for 1 offer and I have to say it was excellent, I really am kicking myself it's taken me this long to try it. The food prices are reasonable and the wine is excellent value, £31 for a bottle of Chateauneuf du pape. Tasty food, great wine and a very welcoming and gracious owner really make Chez Tonton a gem of a local restaurant. If you're nearby, or even if you're not it's worth the trip to this great little bistro, it gives Barnét an accent.

Possibly the best french bistro this side of the channel…read more Creme Brulee is the best I have tasted anywhere in the world, although recently I tried the assiette du chef dessert (a little piece of many things) which was equally fantastic, so now i'm torn whenever I go. A meal at Chez Tonton is always an occasion- Eric brings over delicious Kir Royale, and melt in the mouth cubes of garlic bread whilst you select your order. The french onion soup is lovely, as are the rillettes. Lunch is a steal, with 2 and 3 course deals on offer each day. Dinner is somewhat pricier, but worth every penny.

Had lunch at this fabulous French restaurant. The menu is written on chalkboard. Reservation is…read morerequired (bookings filled up quickly online). Waldorf tart was our favorite of the day: unexpectedly refreshing with strong signatures, hint of citrus and a strong aftermath. Pan fried hake perfectly finished with delicious lettuce, smoked cod roe over a sea of lovely grapefruit green. Confit Hogget Shoulder was very tender with slightly crisp top served with haggis and swede. Forced Rhubarb pie had custard and nice crust. The ginger beer jelly offered contrast and playfulness. Prompt and polite service. Restaurant is not noisy.

A wonderful small French restaurant owned by a husband and wife team. They have a fantastic wine…read morelist and I believe you can byob for a fee. We ordered wine by the glass and they were pours on the smaller side. The menu is small on a chalk board with one or two specials. Everything we had was excellent. My only complaint was I felt the dishes were a little small but the food was amazing.

What a wonderful place we found while in London! We came…read morefor tea and sweets yesterday and loved the service and food so much we decided to come back for dinner! Amazing food and ambiance ! Our server Marcus was outstanding !! Very nice place!

Excellent food, service, and ambiance. My family is visiting London from Phoenix, AZ, we were…read moredirected to St Katharine's Docks for multiple food options by our hotel concierge. Côte sat our group of 8 at an outdoor table and we received our drinks very quickly. I really wanted something local so I ordered the Breton fish stew and was so happy with how it came out, we all shared bites with each other so we got a taste of everything - I have to say my choice was my favorite but the beef cheek and duck were also excellent in flavor and tenderness. We found out they do breakfast and will be back to try that menu too!

We booked a table for 4 at 11am, then changed the time to 11.30am and then turned up with 5…read morepeople... but the delightful people here were so accommodating and even found us a great table in the conservatory. We were here for the breakfast and three of us ordered off the menu, and two of us just had to be fussy and order various items individually. They catered to every wish! The coffee was fantastic and they even had skimmed milk (YEY!) I had the English breakfast with poached eggs, and apart from some hollandaise sauce that appeared on my eggs (I don't like hollandaise sauce!) it was all very yummy. The mushrooms were cooked with rosemary and the cumberland sausage was delicious. I was not keen on the bacon, but that's probably because it was smoked and I'm not a fan of food tasting like sweet smoke. My fellow breakfastarians between them tried the Eggs Special Royal (to celebrate our new princess!) which was apparently delicious, but came with cold avocado under the egg, which made the temperature of the whole dish a little odd. There were no other complaints though and we all agreed to go back very soon. Lovely place!

I arrived at The Gantry on the hunt for a chilled-out space with good WiFi connection, delicious…read morefood and mean cocktails and man, I was absolutely not disappointed! It was very busy when I arrived and I was unsure as to whether I should sit straight down or order at the bar - but after asking a friendly member of staff, I made myself comfortable with a menu. I opted for the Full English and a white Americano off of the Brunch menu. My food turned up before my coffee but I wasn't too fussed - I could sympathise with the busy staff having worked in hospitality for many years myself. Both the breakfast and coffee were lovely and good value for money. Afterwards, I ordered a Bloody Mary to take the edge off and oh my Gosh, it was hands-down the best Bloody Mary I have ever tasted. The waiter asked me what spice I'd like and as a bit of a wimp, I opted for a 3 out of 10 and it was absolutely perfect - garnished with green olives, celery, a lemon wedge and a sprinkle of pepper. Divine! I stayed at The Gantry for the majority of my day working and therefore spoke with the staff a few times. I enquired as to a nearby plug and the waiter found me one behind an armchair and plugged my charger in for me as well - very kind! Overall, I'd highly recommend it but would opt to come when it's a bit less hectic next time. I will definitely be returning!

I love the fresh juices from Maloko and the ambiance/vibe is as electric as the juices! They have…read moretons of vegan/vegetarian options, including various crepes. The space is uplifting and mentally stimulating. Customer service is good, but note that they only take cash at the moment. They offer free WiFi!

Relaxed cafe with vegetarian galettes, crepes, coffees and teas. Good service and moveable tables…read morealthough be warned that sometimes the food comes out slowly. Recommended place to talk with friends or sit and read

A visit to Edwin's has become an almost weekly occurrence…read more The restaurant is located just about Borough station, and it's quite easy to miss - just a little blue door nestled between the station and the next café over. Follow the stairs up and you'll find a bright and charming room filled with eclectic but modern furnishings. It's always got such a nice atmosphere, but it's never rammed (although I'd strongly recommend making a reservation to avoid disappointment). I always describe Edwin's as 'new English', which has fast become one of my favourite cuisines - traditional dishes and ingredients, but presented in a contemporary and interesting way. I highly recommend getting a few of the small plates to share - they are all so delicious, and I love getting to try a little bit of everything. I've been about five or six times now, but only ever during the week, but everything I have tried on the weekday lunch menu has been absolutely fantastic. My favourite small plates include the purple sprouting broccoli, which is topped with duck egg, cobnut and beurre noisette. The combination of flavours with the duck egg and the hazelnuts is really incredible, and is definitely a dish I get every time. The rabbit with spinach polenta, which is served with a little parmesan is also lovely, but the wood pigeon with Jerusalem artichoke, mushroom and port is the real star of the small plates. It's absolutely incredible, and while you might have to keep an eye out for shot, it's really not a dish to be missed. The roasted plaice with salsify, fennel, Pernod and mussel sauce is also delicious, and the oxtail stew that I've had previously is so comforting. The stew is served with garlic mash, and the sauce is heavenly - if you don't mind a bit of a fiddly dish, then I'd really recommend you try it. The only downside for me is that the desserts all seem to be flour-based, so I haven't managed to try any, but given that I'm not one for desserts anyway it's not too much of a problem for me at all! Edwin's is perfect for client lunches, or lunch with friends - it's got such an intimate, quiet and lovely atmosphere, so if you're ever in the London Bridge area I wholeheartedly recommend you check it out.

Thanks to Sharon for organising a trip to Edwins' soft opening. My hardest mission of the night was…read moreto find their front door. It's located to the left of Trinity pub, a few footsteps from Borough Tube station It's nicely decorated, with perhaps a classy Victorian parlour feel to it. The staff were superb, looking after us well throughout the evening adn coming up with special touches of champagne for our birthday girl The menu is well written and the staff have obviously tasted the food, coming up with personal favourites to recommend. I really can't understand restaurants where their front of house staff have no idea about the food they're serving The starters/small plates section was more experimental than the mains. As there were 7 of us, we ordered all 8 small plates! My personal favourites were the scallops deep fried in filo pastry served with a piquant harissa mayo and a rich rabbit. I was impressed how the restaurant was so keen for constructive feedback, giving us all feedback forms to fill in at the end of the mail. So, in this spirit, could I suggest that the beef tartare be given more a kick to enhance the quality beef and the polenta needs a rethink I went with the venison, which had good flavour but was overcooked on the outside, leading to the 2 end pieces being very chewy. This was similar with the steak but I think some adjustment on cooking times should solve it My friends also said they would prefer the bearnaise sauce to be served warmer. The bouillabaiise had good flavour but the soup needed to be more plentiful and less concentrated. Sides included lovely new potatoes and chips Desserts included a perfectly chocolatey fondant with gooey middle The prices were very reasonable and if tyhey iron out a few things from this soft opening, this will become a favourite with the group