Latest reviews in Nunhead, London, United Kingdom

Peckham Multiplex - London's best-value cinema? by Litro_K

Litro_K — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 18:21:47 +0000

Review by Litro_K

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 0870 042 9399

Website: http://www.peckhamplex.com

I must admit, when I first moved to the area, I was a bit dubious about this cinema. I thought it might be a bit loud, a bit raucous; you know, popcorn throwing, heinous nacho cheese smeared on the seats, and lots of mobiles being answered during the screenings. I fully admit to being a bit snooty about it. Boy, have I been proved wrong. It's now a regular Monday night hangout.

All films are Â£5.50 all day long, which must be one of London's cheapest cinemas. As well as showing the usual action-packed blockbuster fare and kids' films, they often have an independent or foreign film choice showing at a decent time. It's never too busy, and I've never had my viewing experience disturbed by morons, not once. The popcorn's a bit pricey, and I'd like to see more low-budget stuff being shown there, but those are only minor downsides. Central London cinemas, take note!I must admit, when I first moved to the area, I was a bit dubious about this cinema. I thought it might be a bit loud, a bit raucous; you know, popcorn throwing, heinous nacho cheese smeared on the seats, and lots of mobiles being answered during the screenings. I fully admit to being a bit snooty about it. Boy, have I been proved wrong. It's now a regular Monday night hangout.

All films are Â£5.50 all day long, which must be one of London's cheapest cinemas. As well as showing the usual action-packed blockbuster fare and kids' films, they often have an independent or foreign film choice showing at a decent time. It's never too busy, and I've never had my viewing experience disturbed by morons, not once. The popcorn's a bit pricey, and I'd like to see more low-budget stuff being shown there, but those are only minor downsides. Central London cinemas, take note!

The Gowlett - Fab as usual by evarley

evarley — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 13:01:15 +0000

Review by evarley

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7635 7048

Website: http://www.thegowlett.com

Tags: italian, pizza, lively

I love the Gowlett! Went there last night after not having visited in a while and pleased to see it's just as good as ever.

My friend and I shared a half-and-half Gowlettini/Funghi pizza (Â£8) and a tricolore salad (Â£4). Both really good servings and the pizza has a great, incredibly thin stonebaked base. We finished with the brownie and ice-cream which was dark and cocoa-ey and very tasty indeed.

Service was friendly, if a teensy bit slow, and the football was on the big screens, but you can sit around the corner if you don't want to be distracted by it so it wasn't a problem.

The only things stopping it getting a five star is that they could do with sprucing up the decor slightly, and the loos definitely.

I'll be checking out their Thursday night vinyl night (bring your own 7ins) soon!I love the Gowlett! Went there last night after not having visited in a while and pleased to see it's just as good as ever.

My friend and I shared a half-and-half Gowlettini/Funghi pizza (Â£8) and a tricolore salad (Â£4). Both really good servings and the pizza has a great, incredibly thin stonebaked base. We finished with the brownie and ice-cream which was dark and cocoa-ey and very tasty indeed.

Service was friendly, if a teensy bit slow, and the football was on the big screens, but you can sit around the corner if you don't want to be distracted by it so it wasn't a problem.

The only things stopping it getting a five star is that they could do with sprucing up the decor slightly, and the loos definitely.

I'll be checking out their Thursday night vinyl night (bring your own 7ins) soon!

The Rye Hotel - Excellent Local Boozer by Litro_K

Litro_K — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:08:23 +0000

Review by Litro_K

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7639 5397

Tags: relaxed, gastropub, friendly

This is probably my nearest pub, and it's fast becoming a favourite. Set very close to Peckham Rye, it is nestled between the crossroads of East Dulwich, Peckham, and Nunhead. It offers pretty much something for everyone, in all seasons.

On winter evenings it's a warm, cosy haven, bedecked as it is with fairy lights and boasting large roaring fires. In the summertime, the back garden and bedouin-tent style back rooms become popular late-night hangouts, with the pub even putting on the occasional barbeque. The atmosphere changes with the seasons, from lively festival-esque beer tent to laid-back country-pub Scrabble venue, and I like both.

Their food is excellent, and comes in larger portions than at an average gastropub. The beers on tap include Leffe and Hoegaarden, and they stock the ever-popular Fruli in bottles. You'll pay East Dulwich prices, though, most definitely.

My one reservation would be that as it's such a child-friendly place it can get pretty full of families, babies and loud children on weekend afternoons. But hey. You gotta love 'em, the little darlings. This is (almost) East Dulwich, after all...This is probably my nearest pub, and it's fast becoming a favourite. Set very close to Peckham Rye, it is nestled between the crossroads of East Dulwich, Peckham, and Nunhead. It offers pretty much something for everyone, in all seasons.

On winter evenings it's a warm, cosy haven, bedecked as it is with fairy lights and boasting large roaring fires. In the summertime, the back garden and bedouin-tent style back rooms become popular late-night hangouts, with the pub even putting on the occasional barbeque. The atmosphere changes with the seasons, from lively festival-esque beer tent to laid-back country-pub Scrabble venue, and I like both.

Their food is excellent, and comes in larger portions than at an average gastropub. The beers on tap include Leffe and Hoegaarden, and they stock the ever-popular Fruli in bottles. You'll pay East Dulwich prices, though, most definitely.

My one reservation would be that as it's such a child-friendly place it can get pretty full of families, babies and loud children on weekend afternoons. But hey. You gotta love 'em, the little darlings. This is (almost) East Dulwich, after all...

Spices - greasiest, tastless indian food in london by natashia82

natashia82 — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 20:51:37 +0000

Review by natashia82

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 7277 6000

Tags: indian

Indian takeaways even the really bad ones can usually be trusted with basic Indian dishes- Spices in Nunhead is by far the poorest quality Indian food I have experienced.

When I placed the order, I specifically asked for less oil and to my delight, my Lamb Vindaloo arrived floating in oil! The Dhal had black burnt bits in it and tasted like used oil. They probably re-use the oil many times.
The naan was very thick and dough-y. After eating, I felt extremely ill which always is a good sign of great, quality food.

What's worse is that the prices are quite high.

Do not bother!Indian takeaways even the really bad ones can usually be trusted with basic Indian dishes- Spices in Nunhead is by far the poorest quality Indian food I have experienced.

When I placed the order, I specifically asked for less oil and to my delight, my Lamb Vindaloo arrived floating in oil! The Dhal had black burnt bits in it and tasted like used oil. They probably re-use the oil many times.
The naan was very thick and dough-y. After eating, I felt extremely ill which always is a good sign of great, quality food.

What's worse is that the prices are quite high.

Do not bother!

The Montague Arms - Beer served by grannies in Stepoe and Son's scrapyard by janie_lou

janie_lou — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 16:27:10 +0000

Review by janie_lou

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7639 4923

Tags: live music, food, independent pub

This is a truly eclectic pub/music venue. The interior is in some ways reminiscent of a pirate's ship, with its candlesticks, skulls, flags...but also of Steptoe and Son's scrapyard: a horse-drawn carriage is stationed at the far end of the pub, filled with tatty board games to which you can help yourself. There's clutter everywhere, and its great.

At the bar you'll not be served by anyone under the age of 65. The lovely ladies pour a great pint and will always have quick natter if they're not rushed off their feet, which they often are as this place can get packed to the rafters on band nights.

The bands vary from ok to excellent, and many making a name for themselves now have played here. Its never more than a fiver to get in, and its cheaper for students as far as I'm aware.

Its not glamorous, there's no heated seating area outside, no telly, and the toilets are a bit grim. But this place is one of a dying breed of unique pubs. Many of the old New Cross drinking dens have been sterilized (Goldsmiths' Tavern, RIP) so visit this place whilst we're still lucky enough to have it. This is a truly eclectic pub/music venue. The interior is in some ways reminiscent of a pirate's ship, with its candlesticks, skulls, flags...but also of Steptoe and Son's scrapyard: a horse-drawn carriage is stationed at the far end of the pub, filled with tatty board games to which you can help yourself. There's clutter everywhere, and its great.

At the bar you'll not be served by anyone under the age of 65. The lovely ladies pour a great pint and will always have quick natter if they're not rushed off their feet, which they often are as this place can get packed to the rafters on band nights.

The bands vary from ok to excellent, and many making a name for themselves now have played here. Its never more than a fiver to get in, and its cheaper for students as far as I'm aware.

Its not glamorous, there's no heated seating area outside, no telly, and the toilets are a bit grim. But this place is one of a dying breed of unique pubs. Many of the old New Cross drinking dens have been sterilized (Goldsmiths' Tavern, RIP) so visit this place whilst we're still lucky enough to have it.

Katie's Kebab - Decent kebabs, indifferent service by mattcollins

mattcollins — Mon, 14 May 2007 01:50:35 +0000

Review by mattcollins

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7277 8889

Tags: kebab, kebabs, burgers

Tasty kebabs but the service leaves a little to be desired.Tasty kebabs but the service leaves a little to be desired.