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1. Le Bistrot Pierre
A very good and well priced French restaurant in central Leicester, located just up the road from the Town Hall Square.
Menu is fairly mainstream, but food is well prepared, and it offers an extremely well priced Menu Gastronomique typically two…More »
2. The Boot Room Eaterie
A consistent "eaterie" (their term) set in a property formerly used in Leicester's footwear industry (as suggested by the name).
Food and service have always been very good when I've visited.
3. Chella
In my hunt for differing styles of cuisine I was introduced to this west London establishment (there is a good cluster of options in this area), and was very taken by the food - the main course "Fesenjoon" (duck stewed in pomegranate and walnut)…More »
4. Cork & Bottle
London WC2H 7AN
020 7734 6592
Category:
Wine Bars
Neighbourhoods: St James's, Leicester Square
Despite being in the about as close as you can get to the epicenter of London's touristy West End, this long-standing basement level Wine Bar seems to avoid being over-run by the hordes.
The wine list is large and interesting, and I commend checking…More »
5. Farmers Arms
I've written before that one of those things that the British instinctively seem to seek is the "ideal country pub", and this one is about as close as it gets!
It's a medieval thatched building, located next to a country stream, with a (mainly) steam…More »
6. Le Relais de Venise L'Entrecôte
London W1U 2QG
020 7486 0878
Categories:
French,
Steakhouses
Neighbourhood: Marylebone
I've long been a fan of the Relais de L'Entrecôte restaurants in Paris (3) and Geneve (1), but somehow until recently had failed to spot this one more on my own doorstep (all are run by members of the original founder's extended family).
A simple…More »
7. Riverhead Brewery Tap
With the Riverhead Brewery Tap you get a 3-in-one deal:
- The main pub, associated with the Ossett Brewery, which has a great selection of both its own (real) ales, along with some guest beers
- The Riverside Dining Room, which offers a varied, well…More »
8. Roof Top Cafe
Key West, FL 33040
USA
+1-305-294-2042
Categories:
Seafood,
American (New),
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Having now visited this establishment on multiple occasions, I do think this deserves a 5* rating (and I tend to be sparing with that marking, although I know my reviews do skew towards the higher end as I predominantly use Yelp to record places I…More »
9. Vineyards Wine Bar Bistro
I've long been a fan of this basement level Wine Bar in the heart of Ottawa's often tourist-infested Byward Market. Despite the location, it seems popular with locals.
It has a good selection of wines (and specialises in themed tasting "flights"),…More »
10. Warehouse Bar & Grill
Alexandria, VA 22314
USA
+1-703-683-6868
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
Seafood,
Steakhouses
I've previously reviewed this long standing King Street establishment, and have always recommended their She Crab Soup.
This week I have to particularly commend one of their main-course specials: "Crusted Salmon on bed of mashed potato and asparagus,…More »
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10/3/2011
It's interesting to see the huge variety of reviews ranging from 1* to 5* of this long standing King… Read more »
11. A Table
62520 Touquet Paris Plage (Le)
France
+33 3 21 06 51 05
Categories:
French,
Fishmongers,
Seafood
Authentic independent restaurant in main eating area of Le Touquet - Paris Plage, with limited outside seating (and heaters) for those days where it's appropriate on France's northern Atlantic Coast.
Food, service and prices all good.
12. Arapaho Spur
Staines TW18 4W
01784 492111
Category: American
Neighbourhood: Staines
A guilty secret is that I've always been a bit of a fan of the Outback Steak House chain - hardly sohpisticated cuisine, I'll grant you, but satisfyingly large chunks of meat for those of us of a carnivourous inclination.
I was therefore saddened that…More »
13. Black & Blue
London W1U 3RE
020 7486 1912
Steakhouses in London's West End have a mixed reputation, to put it mildly, with the prominent and well known "Angus Steak House" / "Aberdeen Steak House" chain catering mainly for tourists :-(
Black and Blue is a newer, small chain and I've generally…More »
14. Black Swan
One of those things I think that all Brits instinctively desire is a "nice country pub for Sunday Lunch": this establishment in not-so-rural Surrey manages to tick all the boxes for me:
- Plenty of parking
- Plenty of tables in the garden (with a BBQ…More »
15. The Boot
Friendly pub in the quintessential Chiltern village of Sarratt, situated on the village green.
Food and service both good (other review sites suggest this is a result of a change of management recently).
You could almost argue that Sarratt is being…More »
16. Les 3 Brasseurs
Montréal, QC H3B 1B9
Canada
+1-514-788-6333
Categories:
French,
Brasseries,
Gastropubs
A simple idea but well executed - brewpub/sportsbar with good food (a specialty is Flammekueche - an Alsatian dish meaning literally "Flame cake" - or in mainstream French "tarte flambée", which is a similar to a pizza but without the…More »
17. The Case
Pleasant restaurant situated in former luggage factor in central Leicester.
18. Mr Chong
Walton-on-Thames KT12 1RN
01932 246986
Category:
Chinese
Neighbourhood: Walton-on-Thames
Mr Chong's has been a reliable establishment in the area for many years, but as of February 2012 was temporarily closed for refurbishment.
I happened to venture in 2 nights before its formal re-opening - a "trial night" - and can report that both food…More »
19. The Cock Inn
Rickmansworth WD3 6HL
01923 282908
Category: Gastropubs
Friendly pub in the quintessential Chiltern village of Sarratt, with good food and service.
You could almost argue that Sarratt is being unfair to other villages in having 3 good pubs (it also has The Boot and The Cricketers)
20. La Côte à l'Os
A pleasant and authentic venue in the Old Town, with a number of particularly well priced multi-course "Menus" in addition to a la Carte. House wine very quaffable (which isn't, of course, that unusual in France, but as a Brit it does come as a…More »
21. The Cricketers
Sarratt WD3 6AS
01923 270877
Category: Gastropubs
Friendly pub on the village green of the quintessential Chiltern village of Sarratt, with good food and service.
You could almost argue that Sarratt is being unfair to other villages in having 3 good pubs (it also has The Boot and The Cock inn)
22. Czech & Slovak Club
London NW6 2LX
020 7372 1193
Categories:
Dive Bars,
Modern European
Neighbourhoods: West Hampstead, Swiss Cottage
One of the great thing about "World Cities" like London is the ability to find virtually any form of cuisine.
So for those of you with a craving for a Bohemian and/or Moravian culinary experience, I can commend this establishment. Although to…More »
23. Ellen's Harborside
A good choice if you fancy non-pretentious but filling food in the quaint Cape Ann town of Rockport.
The "back room" is airconditioned and has views over the main harbor.
Food and service good; I commend the "Lobster Roll" which has a very generous…More »
24. Le Flore
Probably one of the better Brasseries in the Cours Saleya / Marche aux Fleurs area, with seating in the central courtyard area as well as inside and outside the property.
Menu is largely predictable for Nice (a mixture of French and Italian…More »
25. Gaucho
London W1B 4QR
020 7734 4040
Categories:
Argentine,
Off Licence
Neighbourhood: Piccadilly
A solid choice for those - like myself - of a carnivorous persuasion, this establishment in the heart of the West End really knows how to serve up steaks.
Prices are what you'd expect from the area, and the distinctive cow-skin decor will strike a…More »
26. The Grange Farm
A nicely remodelled farm, although the "country" description is stretching things somewhat, as this is actually the southern outskirts of Leicester / Oadby.
I've always found the food good, and in particular can commend their main course Venison.
Beer…More »
27. The House on the Bridge
A very nicely located and appointed restaurant right by the Eton-Windsor Bridge, with views over the Thames and of Windsor Castle.
Food is good, if a little pricey, with good sized portions.
My minor quibbles, which prevent me giving a 5* rating, would…More »
28. The Lock
Hythe End TW20 9
01784 220990
Category: British
This recently renovated restaurant is located beside its namesake, the Bell Weir Lock on the River Thames, within the Runnymede-on-Thames Hotel and Spa (listed on Yelp separately).
The venue is nicely appointed, and the service attentive.
Sunday Lunch…More »
29. New Mayflower
Have been eating in Chinatown for more years than I care to remember, and sadly there seems to be a significant ebb and flow as to where's good to eat - most of my favourites from years ago are now decidedly off the mark :-(
The New Mayflower is…More »
30. Northbank Restaurant
Great location on - unsurprisingly by name ! - the North Bank of the River Thames near St Paul's Cathedral, and adjacent to Millennium (aka "Wobbly") Bridge.
Replacing the former "Just The Bridge", which started off well but declined with time, both…More »
31. The Oatlands Chaser
West Molesey KT13 9RW
01932 253277
Categories: Hotels, Modern European
Neighbourhood: Walton-on-Thames
Formerly the Badgers Rest, this suburban pub has an almost rural feel, being surrounded by large grounds - which provide a Beer Garden in summer - and possessing a large car park.
It has a 19 bedroom hotel attached, part of the Innkeepers Lodge…More »
32. Royal Dragon
Have been eating in Chinatown for more years than I care to remember, and sadly there seems to be a significant ebb and flow as to where's good to eat - most of my favourites from years ago are now decidedly off the mark :-(
At present, however, Royal…More »
33. Shanghai Blues
London WC1V 7BD
020 7404 1668
Categories:
Chinese,
Jazz & Blues
Neighbourhood: Covent Garden
Upscale Chinese restaurant in Bloomsbury (roughly equidistant from both Holborn and Tottenham Court Road tubes).
Menu quite varied, and has wide (albeit pricey) selection of specialty teas.
The weekend lunch Dim Sum offer (50% off food) makes this a…More »
34. Shanghai Moon
A very authentic Chinese in the centre of Leicester, very popular with the eponymous community.
Good service and reasonable prices.
35. West End Kitchen
Still going strong after all these years!
Not too far off the beaten tourist tracks of the West End, but one of few places left in London you can get a 3 course, "traditional British", meal for under £10.
Service good, friendly, and quick - a big…More »
36. The Whitehall Annex
Colloquially known as "Whitehall Cafe" (typically pronounced "Caff"), this "Sandwich and Cappucino Bar" at the Trafalgar Square end of Whitehall has been a fixture for many years, widely frequented by the local office workers for breakfasts and…More »
37. 1573 Bar & Grill
Upmarket independent establishment located near Highcross shopping centre
38. Albert's Shed
Manchester M3 4LZ
0161 839 9818
Categories:
Italian,
British,
Gastropubs
Neighbourhood: Castlefield
Pleasant establishment near Canal Basin in Manchester, with quite an interesting menu.
Neither the food nor the service particularly impressed on this (1st) visit, though.
39. The Almanack
Self proclaimed Gastropub near Leicester's Highcross shopping centre.
Modern decor, reasonable menu with good portion sizes, but ambience and service a little lacking.
40. Le Bellanda
Handily located overlooking Baie des Anges, besides archway from Cours Saleya, with seating inside and outside the property.
Menu is largely predictable for Nice (a mixture of French and Italian influences), but service is good.
During non-dining hours…More »
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