Eating Out

  • La Bottega (also known as Ricardo’s)

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes, if in the area Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Mock Mediterranean outdoor vibes in London zone 3/4 curbside Service: Charming Other thoughts: Daily changing menu by a one-man-band, outdoor seating only Dish(es) savoured Olive focaccia with pesto Lasagne Truffle pasta bake…

  • Stockbridge Eating House

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Provencal fish stew Decor: Relaxed communal Service: Charming Other thoughts: Restaurant sign is BELLS DINER; very confusing! Dish(es) savoured Set lunch Bread, olives and saucisson Provencal fish stew Dripping chips House salad Chocolate mousse Price Final bill: £14.95…

  • Xi’an BiangBiang Noodles, London Bridge Branch

    Verdict 2/5: Wouldn’t bother Would seek it out: No Would go back: No Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Canteen Service: Attentive. Disproportionate table: staff ratio. Other thoughts: Bland despite sauce overload Dish(es) savoured Beef slices in Sichuan style Signature pork dumpling in mild special spicy sauce Hand-pulled BiangBiang noodles with beef in special sauce Hand-pulled Belt…

  • Ekachai, Kings Cross

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Salmon fish curry Decor: Asian cafe Service: Good Other thoughts: Convenient for catching the train from KX; never too busy Dish(es) savoured Thai Crackers – Classic Thai prawn flavoured crackers, served with sweet chilli dip Chicken Satay –…

  • Samsi, Manchester

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Japanese dining Service: Quick Other thoughts: Affordable, alternative option: 12-piece Chef’s Choice Uramaki Selection Dish(es) savoured Express Lunch Menu Miso Soup Chicken Karaage Vegetable Tempura Takoyaki Soft Drink Price Final bill: £11, 10% service charge Date…

  • Dishoom, Manchester

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Okra Fries Decor: Modern contemporary Service: Efficient Other thoughts: Amazing mocktails Dish(es) savoured DINNERTIME FEAST Small plates NEW KEEMA PAU – Perked-up Irani café classic: earthy-aromatic minced lamb, studded with peas, distinguished with subtle dill and warning lindi…

  • Naroon Marylebone

    Verdict 3/5: Good enough Would seek it out: No Would go back: Only if asked Standout dish(es): The grills Decor: Sleek Service: Good Other thoughts: TheFork frequently offers discounts Dish(es) savoured Sangak Bread – Traditional Persian flat-bread with sesame Mirza Ghasemi – Smoked aubergine, tomatoes and garlic, topped with a fried egg Vaziri – One…

  • Speedboat Bar

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): Chicken Matches with Green Mango Kerabu Decor: Thai Beach Bar Service: Good Other thoughts: Decent price-to-quality ratio, but would prefer if quality was higher Dish(es) savoured Yaowarat Road Menu £35pp Chicken Skins with Zaep Seasoning Sweetcorn Fritters Chicken…

  • 碳鲜生(柒味)Mr Charcoal Restaurant

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): N/a Decor: Modern contemporary Service: Good Other thoughts: Lots of seating Dish(es) savoured Various – Hotpot Price Final bill: £50 pp Date December 2024

  • AGORA souvla bar

    Verdict 4/5: Excellent, will go back Would seek it out: Yes Would go back: Yes Standout dish(es): The spreads and flatbreads Decor: Industrial chic Service: Quick and cheerful Other thoughts: Michelin Guide Dish(es) savoured Wildfarmed flatbread Hummus, Masabacha, hot crisps spread Spicy feta, roasted peppers, pickled red chilli spread Mushroom + egg yolk flatbread Spicy…