Latest reviews for Cafes & Coffee Shops in Kensington, London, United Kingdom

Cafe Fiesta - by SPITFIREACE

SPITFIREACE — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:25:14 +0000

Review by SPITFIREACE

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7370 4192

a no nonsense coffee shop close
to mainstream coffee bars but for
a quarter of the price... cappucino for Â£1.50a no nonsense coffee shop close
to mainstream coffee bars but for
a quarter of the price... cappucino for Â£1.50

Cafe Continente - Sunday morning life-saver by DanWilkinson

DanWilkinson — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:39:58 +0000

Review by DanWilkinson

Rating: 4.00

Tags: lively, good brew, crowded

Hangovers are curious things. The things they require to ease the pain (coffee, fried foods, newspapers etc) are rarely directly available when you're in the grip of one, and often the energy needed to invoke a cooked breakfast yourself is simply too much to consider. A local cafe is therefore indispensable, and this one is mine.

I say cafe advisedly, and this is a crucial subtle distinction to make when choosing your hangover-curing venue. A pub is never open in time to be of any use, and is too often the scene of the crime to which you shouldn't really return. Smells of beer usually aren't advisable, either. A restaurant is usually a place where your pale green face and trembling fingers aren't generally welcome, and so best avoided until dinnertime. Cafes, particularly those like this one, exist to provide sanctuary to the hungover on weekend mornings.

One of the first proper hangovers I ever had in London was partially cured here, so I'm probably overly fond of Cafe Continente, and this review's going to smack of subjectivity. What the hell, it's *my* review.

Not in nearly eight years has this cafe let me down. I've never ventured from the breakfast menu (and why would you?), and can vouch that without exception it is highly satisfying: crisp where it should be crisp, non-greasy and freshly cooked, with good ingredients treated with respect. Ok, the bacon and the sausages aren't Borough Market standard, but they're decent enough and don't cost the earth.

Toast is hot when it comes to the table. I can't stress how important this is.

The coffee, although I have had one pretty shocking cup here about six months ago, is generally great, not too bitter and comforting to the troubled tummy. A great selection of juices, posh soft drinks and even (for the terminally bewildered) wine & beer are available. Service is brisk, non-judgemental and highly capable, and you can roll out of here for about Â£7.50 with a large breakfast and a coffee already beginning to work its magic.

My two criticisms are these:

1. It's always so crowded you're in no way guaranteed a seat. This bothers me a bit, as the last thing I want to do when I'm hungover is stand in the middle of a busy cafe with people bustling past me and... staring at me. That said, places do tread a fine line between 'dead' and 'mental', and I'd always prefer the latter, I suppose.

2. The seats really aren't that comfortable. I know it's a pedantic point to make, but I really don't like them. I want to lounge at breakfast, and Continente's chairs really don't allow that sort of behaviour.

Hence the dropped star. If you can get over these two niggles, you're well on your way to health again.Hangovers are curious things. The things they require to ease the pain (coffee, fried foods, newspapers etc) are rarely directly available when you're in the grip of one, and often the energy needed to invoke a cooked breakfast yourself is simply too much to consider. A local cafe is therefore indispensable, and this one is mine.

I say cafe advisedly, and this is a crucial subtle distinction to make when choosing your hangover-curing venue. A pub is never open in time to be of any use, and is too often the scene of the crime to which you shouldn't really return. Smells of beer usually aren't advisable, either. A restaurant is usually a place where your pale green face and trembling fingers aren't generally welcome, and so best avoided until dinnertime. Cafes, particularly those like this one, exist to provide sanctuary to the hungover on weekend mornings.

One of the first proper hangovers I ever had in London was partially cured here, so I'm probably overly fond of Cafe Continente, and this review's going to smack of subjectivity. What the hell, it's *my* review.

Not in nearly eight years has this cafe let me down. I've never ventured from the breakfast menu (and why would you?), and can vouch that without exception it is highly satisfying: crisp where it should be crisp, non-greasy and freshly cooked, with good ingredients treated with respect. Ok, the bacon and the sausages aren't Borough Market standard, but they're decent enough and don't cost the earth.

Toast is hot when it comes to the table. I can't stress how important this is.

The coffee, although I have had one pretty shocking cup here about six months ago, is generally great, not too bitter and comforting to the troubled tummy. A great selection of juices, posh soft drinks and even (for the terminally bewildered) wine & beer are available. Service is brisk, non-judgemental and highly capable, and you can roll out of here for about Â£7.50 with a large breakfast and a coffee already beginning to work its magic.

My two criticisms are these:

1. It's always so crowded you're in no way guaranteed a seat. This bothers me a bit, as the last thing I want to do when I'm hungover is stand in the middle of a busy cafe with people bustling past me and... staring at me. That said, places do tread a fine line between 'dead' and 'mental', and I'd always prefer the latter, I suppose.

2. The seats really aren't that comfortable. I know it's a pedantic point to make, but I really don't like them. I want to lounge at breakfast, and Continente's chairs really don't allow that sort of behaviour.

Hence the dropped star. If you can get over these two niggles, you're well on your way to health again.

Starbucks Coffee - I love Starbucks....a little too much by tightwad

tightwad — Sun, 21 Sep 2008 22:47:48 +0000

Review by tightwad

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7727 7890

Website: http://www.starbucks.co.uk

Tags: lively, cosy, amazing brew

I actually agree with clubby2. I got into the habit of having a coffee on the way to work everyday. I then started having one at lunchtime "just because" and yet another on the way home as i was tired. All that cafeine was great at the start but the headaches started and i had to cut back on my addiction to starbucks. The money it saved me over the month is ridiculous! I can't believe how much i was spending - especially as i was having a cake here and there, plus a sandwich from them at lunchtime. Don't get me wrong, i love starbucks with all my heart, its just too much coffee was getting bad for my health!I actually agree with clubby2. I got into the habit of having a coffee on the way to work everyday. I then started having one at lunchtime "just because" and yet another on the way home as i was tired. All that cafeine was great at the start but the headaches started and i had to cut back on my addiction to starbucks. The money it saved me over the month is ridiculous! I can't believe how much i was spending - especially as i was having a cake here and there, plus a sandwich from them at lunchtime. Don't get me wrong, i love starbucks with all my heart, its just too much coffee was getting bad for my health!

Apostrophe - chain reaction! by sophietemples

sophietemples — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:31:09 +0000

Review by sophietemples

Rating: 2.00

Tags: good brew, proper food, average brew

I was warned off this cafe by a good friend after their staff rudely refused to let her son use the toilet during the carnival a few weeks back, despite buying coffees and several snacks for the kids. However my husband visits their branch in the city and swears by their coffee, so we popped in while passing over the weekend. My husband flashed his evening standard card for his usual discount and staff looked at us blankly! I don't know who was more embarrased.

Disappointing, but I should have known to steer clear of the chains.I was warned off this cafe by a good friend after their staff rudely refused to let her son use the toilet during the carnival a few weeks back, despite buying coffees and several snacks for the kids. However my husband visits their branch in the city and swears by their coffee, so we popped in while passing over the weekend. My husband flashed his evening standard card for his usual discount and staff looked at us blankly! I don't know who was more embarrased.

Disappointing, but I should have known to steer clear of the chains.

Arancina - Italian fast food mecca by bellaphon

bellaphon — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 18:46:41 +0000

Review by bellaphon

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7221 7776

Website: http://www.arancina.co.uk

Tags: italian, cosy, lively

The lure of that sawn up orange Cinquecento is a great marketing exercise.

I donâ¬"t normally care much for pizzas in this country but at Arancina the Paletta (to all intents and purposes; by the slice) portion of parmacotto ham and mushrooms was outstanding. It tasted fresh, utterly Italian and the total absence of the dreaded stodgy thick crust. This portion was more than enough for lunch, but if you can fit it in and not be too conscious of the Atkins Diet the delicious arancinas (Sicilian rice balls) belong to the dangerous â¬Übingeingâ¬" category.

I included fast food as one of the things I love when I played the TasteMatcher, Arancina upholds the inclusion without fail. Bravo.
The lure of that sawn up orange Cinquecento is a great marketing exercise.

I donâ¬"t normally care much for pizzas in this country but at Arancina the Paletta (to all intents and purposes; by the slice) portion of parmacotto ham and mushrooms was outstanding. It tasted fresh, utterly Italian and the total absence of the dreaded stodgy thick crust. This portion was more than enough for lunch, but if you can fit it in and not be too conscious of the Atkins Diet the delicious arancinas (Sicilian rice balls) belong to the dangerous â¬Übingeingâ¬" category.

I included fast food as one of the things I love when I played the TasteMatcher, Arancina upholds the inclusion without fail. Bravo.

Ben's Cookies - Cookies by spokane12

spokane12 — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 19:19:24 +0000

Review by spokane12

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7589 9155

Website: http://www.benscookies.com

are meant to be like this. Big and chunky with plenty of taste, bite and chew. I really like the peanut butter cookie and the oatmeal and the chocolate and ... okay I like a lot of cookies. But can you blame me. Try them all. Unlike Millie's the cookies are weighed - so the price is always different. The milkshakes here are okay but not awesome. Just go for the cookies - get a range of them and find your favourite. They sometimes do kind of like a cookie of the week and original flavours. Great for a cake day and very hefty and filling. These are not for the lightweight. The price is around about Â£1 a cookie but like I said, it is done by weight so that can vary. I have not tried the tea or coffee.are meant to be like this. Big and chunky with plenty of taste, bite and chew. I really like the peanut butter cookie and the oatmeal and the chocolate and ... okay I like a lot of cookies. But can you blame me. Try them all. Unlike Millie's the cookies are weighed - so the price is always different. The milkshakes here are okay but not awesome. Just go for the cookies - get a range of them and find your favourite. They sometimes do kind of like a cookie of the week and original flavours. Great for a cake day and very hefty and filling. These are not for the lightweight. The price is around about Â£1 a cookie but like I said, it is done by weight so that can vary. I have not tried the tea or coffee.

Starbucks Coffee - Starbucks Coffee Shop by Jessica_UK

Jessica_UK — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 02:05:51 +0000

Review by Jessica_UK

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7938 2335

Website: http://www.starbucks.co.uk

Tags: cosy, good brew, takeaway

I really like starbucks in general, and this branch of starbucks was what I expected. There are a wide selection of cakes and cookies, as well as hot and cold drinks. It has to be said that starbucks is pretty overpriced with their frappochinos costing over Â£3 for a decent sized cup. As a student I don't visit often, but when I have done, it has been a very relaxing and friendly place to meet up with someone. There are quite a lot of seats to eat whilst you talk, but it does get crowded sometimes and noisy. Apart from that, a convenient location to meet a friend, though maybe a bit difficult to get good seats at lunch. The staff are usually very friendly and polite as well.I really like starbucks in general, and this branch of starbucks was what I expected. There are a wide selection of cakes and cookies, as well as hot and cold drinks. It has to be said that starbucks is pretty overpriced with their frappochinos costing over Â£3 for a decent sized cup. As a student I don't visit often, but when I have done, it has been a very relaxing and friendly place to meet up with someone. There are quite a lot of seats to eat whilst you talk, but it does get crowded sometimes and noisy. Apart from that, a convenient location to meet a friend, though maybe a bit difficult to get good seats at lunch. The staff are usually very friendly and polite as well.

Bagel Factory - Bagel Factory by arcantara99

arcantara99 — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 21:27:17 +0000

Review by arcantara99

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7792 9040

Website: http://www.bagelfactory.co.uk

Tags: quick bite, average brew, patisserie

The great thing about places like this is that you can have your bagel made with whatever fillings you like and tailored to your taste (with or without mayonnaise, ham and rocket or turkey and pickle). There tends to be a good range of bagels available too â¬ wholemeal, plain, poppy seed etc. So there's a good choice. Unfortunately some of the fillings look like they could have been there for a while and the portions of fillings can be on the scant side (definitely more bread than meat). But it's all perfectly fine and tasty for a bagel fix. Coffee is reasonable too.

The great thing about places like this is that you can have your bagel made with whatever fillings you like and tailored to your taste (with or without mayonnaise, ham and rocket or turkey and pickle). There tends to be a good range of bagels available too â¬ wholemeal, plain, poppy seed etc. So there's a good choice. Unfortunately some of the fillings look like they could have been there for a while and the portions of fillings can be on the scant side (definitely more bread than meat). But it's all perfectly fine and tasty for a bagel fix. Coffee is reasonable too.

Crussh (Kensington) - Crussh by arcantara99

arcantara99 — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 21:15:29 +0000

Review by arcantara99

Rating: 4.00

Tags: cosy, quick bite, cultured

This is a lovely cafe which although it's a chain makes a good alternative to ones that are better at coffee than food. Its food range is fantastic â¬ especially its salads (chicken and cous cous, mackerel, noodles etc) and it always has several fresh soups on the go which change daily so you won't get bored. The hot drinks are pretty standard. The interior is bright and nicely decorated as its much smaller than it first looks. But it can be quite noisy if it's busy and there's music playing. The smoothies and juices are what really make Crussh stand out â¬ yummy. Staff are extremely friendly and often remember you if you go in more than once.

This is a lovely cafe which although it's a chain makes a good alternative to ones that are better at coffee than food. Its food range is fantastic â¬ especially its salads (chicken and cous cous, mackerel, noodles etc) and it always has several fresh soups on the go which change daily so you won't get bored. The hot drinks are pretty standard. The interior is bright and nicely decorated as its much smaller than it first looks. But it can be quite noisy if it's busy and there's music playing. The smoothies and juices are what really make Crussh stand out â¬ yummy. Staff are extremely friendly and often remember you if you go in more than once.

Raison D'etre - Just an average experience by Tigerlily21

Tigerlily21 — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:49:57 +0000

Review by Tigerlily21

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7584 5008

Tags: quick bite, crowded, takeaway

While the sandwiches are decent and the coffee is good, the cafe (on the two visits I made) was jammed with screaming teens. The location is also a bit shabby for South Kensington. For the price, it's just not that special. I won't go back.While the sandwiches are decent and the coffee is good, the cafe (on the two visits I made) was jammed with screaming teens. The location is also a bit shabby for South Kensington. For the price, it's just not that special. I won't go back.

Kensington Square Kitchen - Sweet spot, lovely brunch by Izabel_blue

Izabel_blue — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:03:37 +0000

Review by Izabel_blue

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7938 2598

Website: http://www.kensingtonsquarekitchen.co.uk

Tags: cosy, friendly, lively

Popped in here for a random Saturday brunch with my hubby and was really impressed. Friendly service, nice decor (from what could see from our outside table) and simple quality food. I had excellent scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, served with chewy, morish sourdough bread. Hubby had a pile of American-style pancakes with yoghurt, honey and berries - surprisingly light and delicious for such a traditionally heavy food. Wonderful coffee too from the Monmouth Coffee Company.

The table next to us was raving about the club sandwich for lunch, and apparently they are opening in the evening (right now it's a all-day joint only) from July 1st onwards. I will be back! Popped in here for a random Saturday brunch with my hubby and was really impressed. Friendly service, nice decor (from what could see from our outside table) and simple quality food. I had excellent scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, served with chewy, morish sourdough bread. Hubby had a pile of American-style pancakes with yoghurt, honey and berries - surprisingly light and delicious for such a traditionally heavy food. Wonderful coffee too from the Monmouth Coffee Company.

The table next to us was raving about the club sandwich for lunch, and apparently they are opening in the evening (right now it's a all-day joint only) from July 1st onwards. I will be back!

The Muffin Man Tea Shop - Off the beaten path by Gavroche

Gavroche — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 00:46:05 +0000

Review by Gavroche

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7937 6652

Tags: cosy, takeaway, quick bite

Tired of walking on High Street Kensington, just stop at The Muffin Man tea.

The service is warm by lovely polish waitresses, the food is simple and cheap!

It is just nice to find this quite place so close to the busy shops around.Tired of walking on High Street Kensington, just stop at The Muffin Man tea.

The service is warm by lovely polish waitresses, the food is simple and cheap!

It is just nice to find this quite place so close to the busy shops around.

The Deli Bar - A Little Nuget Of Joy In W14 by caffeinehit

caffeinehit — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 14:45:00 +0000

Review by caffeinehit

Rating: 4.00

Tags: friendly, delicatessen

I've been living in West Kensington for a long time and have noticed this little Deli for some time, I've just never got round to venturing in.

It was only the other Sunday morning I popped in to try it out. All I can say is I've missed out for however long it has been there... The service was brilliant, very chatty, smiley and welcoming. To top it off the food was great, the yummiest Turkey, Cheese and Caremalised Red Onion Panini I've had...

Places like this in W14 are few and far between, find yourself walking to a football game or to the park pop in, it will not only make you smile but make your day that much better!I've been living in West Kensington for a long time and have noticed this little Deli for some time, I've just never got round to venturing in.

It was only the other Sunday morning I popped in to try it out. All I can say is I've missed out for however long it has been there... The service was brilliant, very chatty, smiley and welcoming. To top it off the food was great, the yummiest Turkey, Cheese and Caremalised Red Onion Panini I've had...

Places like this in W14 are few and far between, find yourself walking to a football game or to the park pop in, it will not only make you smile but make your day that much better!

Cafe Deco - smokin and not in a good way by mazphd

mazphd — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 03:15:22 +0000

Review by mazphd

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 7225 3286

Tags: quiet & relaxed, cosy, quick bite

well if your a smoker, you're in heaven. Nothing says 'we don't have to try hard to attract a cliental' like allowing smoke to permeate through the cafe. Of course this may change, but still expect the fragrance to linger in the interior.

The menus is basic basic basic and 'homemade' muffins and sweets are best left at home. There is some attempt at imaginative juices, but more often than not the fruit is overripe producing juices without any pazzaz *yawn*.

Sadly the rather odious offerings of Pret and Starbucks across the road offer more in the way of 'fresh' and tempting bites.

Expecting a cute cafe culture, don't go here. Hungover and in need of a carby and rather unimaginative food hit - you've found smokers heaven! :Pwell if your a smoker, you're in heaven. Nothing says 'we don't have to try hard to attract a cliental' like allowing smoke to permeate through the cafe. Of course this may change, but still expect the fragrance to linger in the interior.

The menus is basic basic basic and 'homemade' muffins and sweets are best left at home. There is some attempt at imaginative juices, but more often than not the fruit is overripe producing juices without any pazzaz *yawn*.

Sadly the rather odious offerings of Pret and Starbucks across the road offer more in the way of 'fresh' and tempting bites.

Expecting a cute cafe culture, don't go here. Hungover and in need of a carby and rather unimaginative food hit - you've found smokers heaven! :P

Jacob's - Reliable, albeit pricey Middle Eastern by bombaybeauty

bombaybeauty — Tue, 07 Aug 2007 06:26:59 +0000

Review by bombaybeauty

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7581 9292

Tags: cozy, quick bite

Some people claim this to be the best spot to get a Middle Eastern fix of falafel, hummus, and the like, though by nature these questions get controversial. You order at the counter, but pleasant tables are available for eating in. Personally, I found the food to be well above average, fresh with just the right zing. The place is pricey (is 14 pounds too much for a plate of Hummus and salads, a glass of wine, and sparkling water? In my book it is). But I suppose it's what one should expect in London and this part of town. A reasonable choice if you're in the area for Royal Albert Hall or the V&A.Some people claim this to be the best spot to get a Middle Eastern fix of falafel, hummus, and the like, though by nature these questions get controversial. You order at the counter, but pleasant tables are available for eating in. Personally, I found the food to be well above average, fresh with just the right zing. The place is pricey (is 14 pounds too much for a plate of Hummus and salads, a glass of wine, and sparkling water? In my book it is). But I suppose it's what one should expect in London and this part of town. A reasonable choice if you're in the area for Royal Albert Hall or the V&A.

Lazy Daisy Cafe - Lazy Daisy Cafe by gilka

gilka — Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:55:52 +0000

Review by gilka

Rating: 2.00

Phone: 020 7221 8416

Tags: quick bite, quiet & relaxed, cosy

Visited on 26/07/07.
This place is very popular amongst mothers with babies. (children friendly)
The environment does look a bit like a 'kindergarten' from outside.
I had a mushroom and onion quiche and it was deprived of any culinary touch,
just bland. The salad which came with it, was boring with almost an invisible and tasteless dressing. There was also some anonymous cold pasta salad on my plate.
The smoothie tasted like â¬"innocent drinkâ¬" and not fresh like I was expecting.
The cappuccino was weak with no character.
I noticed that the minimum order was Â£3.5- I personally donâ¬"t mind but some people might find this annoying. We were charged extra 70p for paying with visa which also doesn't make sense to me.
The only good thing about this place was the inside area which has nice wooden tables and chairs and felt friendly. 'Healthy' food doesn't need to taste bland!
This experience will be deleted...Visited on 26/07/07.
This place is very popular amongst mothers with babies. (children friendly)
The environment does look a bit like a 'kindergarten' from outside.
I had a mushroom and onion quiche and it was deprived of any culinary touch,
just bland. The salad which came with it, was boring with almost an invisible and tasteless dressing. There was also some anonymous cold pasta salad on my plate.
The smoothie tasted like â¬"innocent drinkâ¬" and not fresh like I was expecting.
The cappuccino was weak with no character.
I noticed that the minimum order was Â£3.5- I personally donâ¬"t mind but some people might find this annoying. We were charged extra 70p for paying with visa which also doesn't make sense to me.
The only good thing about this place was the inside area which has nice wooden tables and chairs and felt friendly. 'Healthy' food doesn't need to taste bland!
This experience will be deleted...

Bar6 - Intimate, unique Bar 6 by Roya

Roya — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 13:02:50 +0000

Review by Roya

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7937 3367

Tags: cosy, sexy, cool

This is a secret W8 treasure. You wouldn't necessarily notice it when passing. It isn't always open, so best to call before hand to check (the owner opens it at his whim). It is very small, thus very intimate. Always candle-lit, the decor is plush red, so it's rather romantic. Though it is fairly pricey, the bar servings are generous and the atmosphere is worth it.

As you step inside you feel a little like you've stumbled upon a private party. Somewhere different for a tete-a-tete. Perfect place to continue your evening if you've been dining at the Lebanese, Randa, opposite. Should it be closed there is a pub ten metres down the road, with a completely different atmosphere, but you won't go thirsty.This is a secret W8 treasure. You wouldn't necessarily notice it when passing. It isn't always open, so best to call before hand to check (the owner opens it at his whim). It is very small, thus very intimate. Always candle-lit, the decor is plush red, so it's rather romantic. Though it is fairly pricey, the bar servings are generous and the atmosphere is worth it.

As you step inside you feel a little like you've stumbled upon a private party. Somewhere different for a tete-a-tete. Perfect place to continue your evening if you've been dining at the Lebanese, Randa, opposite. Should it be closed there is a pub ten metres down the road, with a completely different atmosphere, but you won't go thirsty.

The Orangery - Nice Cafe/Tea Room in Kensington Gardens by lisas

lisas — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 11:47:36 +0000

Review by lisas

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7937 9561

Website: http://www.digbytrout.co.uk/branches/kensington

Tags: cosy, quick bite, cultured

The Orangery is a very nice and elegant Cafe/Tea Room in Kensington Gardens. The place is beautiful, very elegant and different. ANd the gardens outside very very nice.

They serve tea/coffee as well as snacks and light lunches.

Perfect for an afternoon tea/coffee when having a walk in the park...or if you need some peace after crazy shopping in High St Kensington!The Orangery is a very nice and elegant Cafe/Tea Room in Kensington Gardens. The place is beautiful, very elegant and different. ANd the gardens outside very very nice.

They serve tea/coffee as well as snacks and light lunches.

Perfect for an afternoon tea/coffee when having a walk in the park...or if you need some peace after crazy shopping in High St Kensington!

Carluccio's - Nice Italian chain by RedCheeks

RedCheeks — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 19:47:42 +0000

Review by RedCheeks

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7581 8101

Website: http://www.carluccios.com

Tags: italian, takeaway, good value

Carluccios is always a safe bet if you want a nic e meal. The food isn't your authentic Italian but it is tasty and comes at a reasonable price. Staff are friendly and the tiramisu quite nice.Carluccios is always a safe bet if you want a nic e meal. The food isn't your authentic Italian but it is tasty and comes at a reasonable price. Staff are friendly and the tiramisu quite nice.

Ben's Cookies - You didn't know Ben could bake? by Mez

Mez — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 10:28:14 +0000

Review by Mez

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7376 0559

Website: http://www.benscookies.com

Tags: tasty, delicious, london

Well now you do, and whoever Ben is, his crew makes the best cookies in town (they've expanded to quite a few places in England now). My favourites are the ones with chocoloate, lots of chocolate, and nuts. What I like about them is 1/ their taste, 2/ their size/shape, and 3/ if you're lucky, their warmth (best to wait for when they come out of the oven for that 'melts in your mouth' experience). It's got to be one of the best treats out there. YUMMMMMMY!
(The other B's-C that I know is in Oxford, Oxford Street market)Well now you do, and whoever Ben is, his crew makes the best cookies in town (they've expanded to quite a few places in England now). My favourites are the ones with chocoloate, lots of chocolate, and nuts. What I like about them is 1/ their taste, 2/ their size/shape, and 3/ if you're lucky, their warmth (best to wait for when they come out of the oven for that 'melts in your mouth' experience). It's got to be one of the best treats out there. YUMMMMMMY!
(The other B's-C that I know is in Oxford, Oxford Street market)