Eating out in London

[FoxesDeb]

Yes I know it's a big place, but I'll be staying in King's Cross and going out to the London Eye and I need somewhere lovely to eat that's preferably not a chain, and that won't break the bank. Hopefully it's possible, even in London? Any recommendations would be good, even if it's en route. 

[Durnerz]

Opera Tavern - Covent Garden. Amazing tapas and great drinks selection.

 

[Voll Blau]

Pizza Toscana on Wardour Street was decent and affordable when I went a few months ago.

[Guest MattP]

You can't go wrong with Hawksmoor if you like meat. Gilbert Scott is quite nice in the big hotel next to St Pancras if you want something near where you are staying.

 

A lot of the posher places are just there to swallow money now from tourists and aren't even that good, I went to CUT at Park Lane in the summer and it was woeful given it was £70 for a steak. Tasted like something a Weatherspoons would serve up. 

[The Floyd]

Rocca in South Kensington is great.

 

Two I'd avoid are Brasserie Zédel and The Ivy Market Grill.

[Lovejoy]

11 minutes ago, MattP said:

You can't go wrong with Hawksmoor if you like meat. Gilbert Scott is quite nice in the big hotel next to St Pancras if you want something near where you are staying.

 

A lot of the posher places are just there to swallow money now from tourists and aren't even that good, I went to CUT at Park Lane in the summer and it was woeful given it was £70 for a steak. Tasted like something a Weatherspoons would serve up. 

Hawksmoor have a deal on atm, I think on bookatable, three courses for £30. Really good steak too.

[James.]

36 minutes ago, MattP said:

You can't go wrong with Hawksmoor if you like meat. Gilbert Scott is quite nice in the big hotel next to St Pancras if you want something near where you are staying.

 

A lot of the posher places are just there to swallow money now from tourists and aren't even that good, I went to CUT at Park Lane in the summer and it was woeful given it was £70 for a steak. Tasted like something a Weatherspoons would serve up. 

 

I went to CUT in Las Vegas (think it was the MGM) and it was a beautiful steak. Dunno if it's the same company but shame to hear London isn't any good. So many places to get a good steak in London though - defo recommend Hawksmoor. Also Gaucho and heard good things about Goodman.

 

Loads of the top restaurants (1 and 2 Michelin stars) do fantastic lunch deals, albeit most are midweek. You can get a top class 3 course meal for £30 at many of them. Out of those I would strongly recommend Pollen Street Social, Galvin at Windows and Dinner (the Heston Blumenthal one).

 

Outside of that Dishoom is all the rage at the min and has been for awhile if you like Indian (there's a branch next to Kings Cross). And if you're willing to go slightly off the beaten track you can get very cheap, quality meals in the likes of Dalston (Turkish) and Aldgate / Whitechapel (Indian).

[SpacedX]

1 hour ago, FoxesDeb said:

Yes I know it's a big place, but I'll be staying in King's Cross and going out to the London Eye and I need somewhere lovely to eat that's preferably not a chain, and that won't break the bank. 

Don't be ridiculous - quality dining experience is always worth travelling for - and more importantly you get to sample the epicurean delights of Croydon for an evening...

 

[boots60]

Take a pack up

[Izzy]

4 hours ago, FoxesDeb said:

Yes I know it's a big place, but I'll be staying in King's Cross and going out to the London Eye and I need somewhere lovely to eat that's preferably not a chain, and that won't break the bank. Hopefully it's possible, even in London? Any recommendations would be good, even if it's en route. 

Try this Deb - The Northall or Massimo restaurant at the 5 star Corinthia Hotel.

 

https://www.corinthia.com/en/hotels/london/dining/restaurants/the-northall

 

I used to do some work with them and they're both beautiful places to eat and not ridiculous London prices - about £50 per head for a 3 course meal

 

The Corinthia is directly opposite the London Eye over the bridge, 2 mins from Embankment tube station 

[owen]

Polpo in Covent Garden for cool Italian

Homeslice does the best pizza I've had - only comes in 20 inch, get the chorizo and creamed corn

Honest burger for a cheaper shout

Clipstone for something a bit fancier

[FoxesDeb]

18 minutes ago, Izzy Muzzett said:

Try this Deb - The Northall or Massimo restaurant at the 5 star Corinthia Hotel.

 

https://www.corinthia.com/en/hotels/london/dining/restaurants/the-northall

 

I used to do some work with them and they're both beautiful places to eat and not ridiculous London prices - about £50 per head for a 3 course meal

 

The Corinthia is directly opposite the London Eye over the bridge, 2 mins from Embankment tube station 

Thank you, it looks perfect. The Northall has a theatre menu which looks great and it's right near where we will be 

[Izzy]

3 minutes ago, FoxesDeb said:

Thank you, it looks perfect. The Northall has a theatre menu which looks great and it's right near where we will be 

It's beautiful Deb. And make sure you check out the 1000 crystal chandelier in the lobby.

 

If you're prepared to push the boat out just a little for a special night, you'll be delighted.

 

The wine is quite expensive though so you might want to stick with the house white (which is still great)

 

Tell the Exec chef Adriano that Izzy says Hi 

[FoxesDeb]

1 minute ago, Izzy Muzzett said:

It's beautiful Deb. And make sure you check out the 1000 crystal chandelier in the lobby.

 

If you're prepared to push the boat out just a little for a special night, you'll be delighted.

 

The wine is quite expensive though so you might want to stick with the house white (which is still great)

 

Tell the Exec chef Adriano that Izzy says Hi 

I would love to say Hi from you, but I'm guessing he wouldn't have a clue who I meant . Very excited now! 

[Nalis]

I always find Le Garrick near Leicester Square is a decent all rounder at a reasonable price.

[VLC86]

Before the Arsenal match I went to Baraffina which is a tapas place and the food was stunning, pretty sure it's got a Michelin star. As it's tapas you don't have to spend a fortune and I think for two of us for lunch it was about £50.