Latest reviews in Oxford Circus, London, United Kingdom

Beatroot Cafe - Super friendly & super healthy by CristinaA

CristinaA — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:01:43 +0000

Review by CristinaA

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7437 8591

Website: http://beatroot.org.uk

Expect to be greeted with a smile and the aroma of home cooking, and appreciate that all food and salads are freshly prepared and cooked on site.

Vegetarian or not, you will still find something on the menu that will tantalise your taste buds. Service is quick so if you're in a hurry fill your Beatroot lunchbox and sprint back to the office, alternatively sit in and read the latest copy of Positive News- it will inspire you to go out and do some goodness in the world.

Most ingredients used are organic and I love the fact that the lighting is wind powered.

Thereâ¬"s a vibrate energy that makes you enjoy your food even more and to cure those Monday morning hangovers try a smoothie or if you can stomach it, a wheat grass shot!
Expect to be greeted with a smile and the aroma of home cooking, and appreciate that all food and salads are freshly prepared and cooked on site.

Vegetarian or not, you will still find something on the menu that will tantalise your taste buds. Service is quick so if you're in a hurry fill your Beatroot lunchbox and sprint back to the office, alternatively sit in and read the latest copy of Positive News- it will inspire you to go out and do some goodness in the world.

Most ingredients used are organic and I love the fact that the lighting is wind powered.

Thereâ¬"s a vibrate energy that makes you enjoy your food even more and to cure those Monday morning hangovers try a smoothie or if you can stomach it, a wheat grass shot!

Zilli Fish - nice but la porca arrogancia by herb

herb — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:44:21 +0000

Review by herb

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7734 8649

Website: http://www.zillialdo.com

Tags: seafood, expensive, business

nice place to be, expensive place but the quality of food tell it allnice place to be, expensive place but the quality of food tell it all

Pho - Ok for lunch, but a tad overhyped by DanWilkinson

DanWilkinson — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 15:08:15 +0000

Review by DanWilkinson

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7436 0111

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

Tags: vietnamese, lively, good value

First off, let me say that I rather enjoyed the lunch I had here earlier in the week. I wasn't really all that disappointed. In quality terms I'd probably put it somewhere around Wagamama, maybe a tiny notch above.

However, if you're alongside Wagamama in the quality stakes, it's probably not that wise to bang on about authenticity and stellar quality in your literature, taking a bit of a holier-than-thou approach and generally being all po-faced about it.

And so it was that, with my appetite for supersonic Vietnamese food truly whetted, and their loving descriptions of 'true' Pho ringing in my ears, I opted for the Pho Tai (beef fillet Pho), hoping to be transported to the far east in no time. Unfortunately, it turned out that I've made better Pho at home, using ingredients from Tesco and a recipe by Gordon Ramsay.

I'm no Pho expert, but I do profess to know stocks, and this was a disappointingly thin, un-beefy concoction, packed with spring onions and shreds of overcooked beef. I can't work out what the problem could be, as making stock is pretty simple really. Overdilution? Underseasoning? Made too quickly? Either way this was closer to flavoured water than proper, gutsy stock and was entirely lacking in flavour, except for the overwhelming burn of the spring onions.

Noodles lurking in the bottom of the bowl were... noodles. I'd eventually tipped the entire plate of accompanying garnish (coriander, mint, red chillis, beansprouts) into the bowl to try to coax some flavour out of it, but to no avail.

So I'm being harsh, because whilst it wasn't an unpleasant experience, and whilst I felt it in itself represented decent value and a pleasant lunchtime diversion, it's nowhere near as good as it says it is, and that really annoys me.First off, let me say that I rather enjoyed the lunch I had here earlier in the week. I wasn't really all that disappointed. In quality terms I'd probably put it somewhere around Wagamama, maybe a tiny notch above.

However, if you're alongside Wagamama in the quality stakes, it's probably not that wise to bang on about authenticity and stellar quality in your literature, taking a bit of a holier-than-thou approach and generally being all po-faced about it.

And so it was that, with my appetite for supersonic Vietnamese food truly whetted, and their loving descriptions of 'true' Pho ringing in my ears, I opted for the Pho Tai (beef fillet Pho), hoping to be transported to the far east in no time. Unfortunately, it turned out that I've made better Pho at home, using ingredients from Tesco and a recipe by Gordon Ramsay.

I'm no Pho expert, but I do profess to know stocks, and this was a disappointingly thin, un-beefy concoction, packed with spring onions and shreds of overcooked beef. I can't work out what the problem could be, as making stock is pretty simple really. Overdilution? Underseasoning? Made too quickly? Either way this was closer to flavoured water than proper, gutsy stock and was entirely lacking in flavour, except for the overwhelming burn of the spring onions.

Noodles lurking in the bottom of the bowl were... noodles. I'd eventually tipped the entire plate of accompanying garnish (coriander, mint, red chillis, beansprouts) into the bowl to try to coax some flavour out of it, but to no avail.

So I'm being harsh, because whilst it wasn't an unpleasant experience, and whilst I felt it in itself represented decent value and a pleasant lunchtime diversion, it's nowhere near as good as it says it is, and that really annoys me.

L'atelier des Chefs - Cookery Classes with a Difference by Niamheen

Niamheen — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:25:48 +0000

Review by Niamheen

Rating: 4.00

Phone: +44 207 499 658

Website: http://atelierdeschefs.co.uk/

Tags: quick, cooking class, rare finds

I have a bit of an obssession with food, this is true. Even more so when cooking and trying new things. So, when I heard about a new cookery school that had opened in central London I had to try it.

Firstly, I was curious, l'atelier des Chefs are very popular already in France and their arrival in London has been highly publicised in the media and blogosphere. They've different types of classes, they run up to 5 sessions a day ranging from a half hour to two hours. For them it's about the food but also the social experience of sitting down and enjoying your meal with your fellow cooks and a glass of wine. One class runs for half an hour over lunch, called the "Cook, Eat & Run", then there's the 60 minute class covering two courses, the 90 minute class covering 3 courses and the 120 minute class covering 3 courses based around a theme (e.g. they've one coming up for foie gras). Secondly, I've been reading great things, Krista (on TrustedPlaces and of Londonelicious) was an immediate convert and she doesn't even like to cook! So, I registered for on of the "Cook, Eat & Run" lunchtime classes and off I went.

You chose your day around what they're cooking (at least I did!) and I chose to go the day that they were cooking Risotto di Gambas (prawn risotto for the non-French speakers amongst us - that includes me :-). I arrived a little early as I wanted to take a look around, and was quite impressed with the venue that greeted me, it's a bright airy space with a vast sparkling kitchen with lots of natural daylight coming through the skylights ahead. They were extremely friendly and offered a glass of water while I waited for the rest of my class to arrive which they did shortly after.

We were greeted by our chef Tony. Now, I am a fan of risotto and when I make it, it takes me some time, so I wondered just how are we going to get this done in half an hour? Well, many hands make light work, Tony took us through what we had to do, and within a few minutes we had been shown how to do everything and I was beheading and deshelling super fresh prawns. This particular recipe also included mushrooms (shitake and normal) and I was curious about how this would taste.

We spent a very sociable 17 minutes cooking our risotto (yes - we timed it :-), each person taking their turn stirring for risotto is a labour of love. Tony was on hand for any advice and tips along the way. Once the risotto was cooked we left the kitchen and sat at a table outside with our spoils, with white wine and bread to go with it. The risotto was delicious, and I plan to recreate it and experiment with the prawn/mushroom combination. We followed it with a fantastic chocolate mousse dessert and coffee which rendered me speechless temporarily.

It was a very sociable and uplifting experience, I didn't know any of my fellow cooks having arrived on my own. This didn't act as a barrier, everyone was so friendly and really into it, despite the differing levels of experience among the group. The staff were really friendly and encouraging.

One thing I hadn't read anywhere was how good the range of produce available to buy is. It's an eclectic mix from ceramic knives to silicone moulds to tomato vinegar and the El Bulli Spherificaion Kits which I haven't seen for sale in many places.

I had a great time, and I've recommended it to many people. I am looking forward to bringing friends and visitors there. It's a lovely experience.I have a bit of an obssession with food, this is true. Even more so when cooking and trying new things. So, when I heard about a new cookery school that had opened in central London I had to try it.

Firstly, I was curious, l'atelier des Chefs are very popular already in France and their arrival in London has been highly publicised in the media and blogosphere. They've different types of classes, they run up to 5 sessions a day ranging from a half hour to two hours. For them it's about the food but also the social experience of sitting down and enjoying your meal with your fellow cooks and a glass of wine. One class runs for half an hour over lunch, called the "Cook, Eat & Run", then there's the 60 minute class covering two courses, the 90 minute class covering 3 courses and the 120 minute class covering 3 courses based around a theme (e.g. they've one coming up for foie gras). Secondly, I've been reading great things, Krista (on TrustedPlaces and of Londonelicious) was an immediate convert and she doesn't even like to cook! So, I registered for on of the "Cook, Eat & Run" lunchtime classes and off I went.

You chose your day around what they're cooking (at least I did!) and I chose to go the day that they were cooking Risotto di Gambas (prawn risotto for the non-French speakers amongst us - that includes me :-). I arrived a little early as I wanted to take a look around, and was quite impressed with the venue that greeted me, it's a bright airy space with a vast sparkling kitchen with lots of natural daylight coming through the skylights ahead. They were extremely friendly and offered a glass of water while I waited for the rest of my class to arrive which they did shortly after.

We were greeted by our chef Tony. Now, I am a fan of risotto and when I make it, it takes me some time, so I wondered just how are we going to get this done in half an hour? Well, many hands make light work, Tony took us through what we had to do, and within a few minutes we had been shown how to do everything and I was beheading and deshelling super fresh prawns. This particular recipe also included mushrooms (shitake and normal) and I was curious about how this would taste.

We spent a very sociable 17 minutes cooking our risotto (yes - we timed it :-), each person taking their turn stirring for risotto is a labour of love. Tony was on hand for any advice and tips along the way. Once the risotto was cooked we left the kitchen and sat at a table outside with our spoils, with white wine and bread to go with it. The risotto was delicious, and I plan to recreate it and experiment with the prawn/mushroom combination. We followed it with a fantastic chocolate mousse dessert and coffee which rendered me speechless temporarily.

It was a very sociable and uplifting experience, I didn't know any of my fellow cooks having arrived on my own. This didn't act as a barrier, everyone was so friendly and really into it, despite the differing levels of experience among the group. The staff were really friendly and encouraging.

One thing I hadn't read anywhere was how good the range of produce available to buy is. It's an eclectic mix from ceramic knives to silicone moulds to tomato vinegar and the El Bulli Spherificaion Kits which I haven't seen for sale in many places.

I had a great time, and I've recommended it to many people. I am looking forward to bringing friends and visitors there. It's a lovely experience.

Sakura - The worst dinning experience in my entire life by professionalabc

professionalabc — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:39:23 +0000

Review by professionalabc

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 7629 2961

Tags: japanese, crowded, expensive

Sakura Japanese restaurant is the worst japanese restaurant I have ever been in my life. Awful services! I arrived the restaurant in the afternoon. And I and my frd requested another table due to the noisy environment. We sat down, and one of the staff came and requested us to move to another table due to the closure of the particular area. We moved to a 4 person table and the manager came to us, and took our menus away from us very rudely, without saying a word, and forced us to another table which is the original one. We refused and the guy just stared at us very rudely. I can never believe I have ever been to a restaurant like this!Sakura Japanese restaurant is the worst japanese restaurant I have ever been in my life. Awful services! I arrived the restaurant in the afternoon. And I and my frd requested another table due to the noisy environment. We sat down, and one of the staff came and requested us to move to another table due to the closure of the particular area. We moved to a 4 person table and the manager came to us, and took our menus away from us very rudely, without saying a word, and forced us to another table which is the original one. We refused and the guy just stared at us very rudely. I can never believe I have ever been to a restaurant like this!

Zebrano - That friendly feeling by LondonLocal

LondonLocal — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 11:31:49 +0000

Review by LondonLocal

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7287 5267

Website: http://www.zebrano-bar-london.com/

Tags: lively, good value, international

I saw Abbey Clancy in here the other day! I work in Soho and Zebrano is probably our work's second home...it's always so chilled out in a good way. Drinks are lovely, cocktails in particular and so cheap compared to everywhere else. Food is lush and they do these cheeky sharing platters that fill the whole 'after work, drinking but hungry but don't want a whole dinner yet' hole. A little (well quite big downstairs actually) Soho gem.I saw Abbey Clancy in here the other day! I work in Soho and Zebrano is probably our work's second home...it's always so chilled out in a good way. Drinks are lovely, cocktails in particular and so cheap compared to everywhere else. Food is lush and they do these cheeky sharing platters that fill the whole 'after work, drinking but hungry but don't want a whole dinner yet' hole. A little (well quite big downstairs actually) Soho gem.

Strada - Could have been better by RR123

RR123 — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 21:05:17 +0000

Review by RR123

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7580 4644

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

Tags: italian, air conditioning, vegetarian dishes

This restaurant is ok and the food is nice enough, but the last time I was there the service was appalling. I have been to this particular location a couple of times and most recently we sat there waiting to be served for so long that in the end the lady laying out the tables took pity on us and took our order. Very frustrating.

If you want a reasonable pizza and in a really central location just off Regentâ¬"s Street then this place is fine but nothing to rave about. I donâ¬"t think I would choose to go back any time soon.This restaurant is ok and the food is nice enough, but the last time I was there the service was appalling. I have been to this particular location a couple of times and most recently we sat there waiting to be served for so long that in the end the lady laying out the tables took pity on us and took our order. Very frustrating.

If you want a reasonable pizza and in a really central location just off Regentâ¬"s Street then this place is fine but nothing to rave about. I donâ¬"t think I would choose to go back any time soon.

The Diner - Happy bruncheon! by foodbymark

foodbymark — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:57:38 +0000

Review by foodbymark

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7287 8962

Website: http://www.thedinersoho.com

Tags: american, relaxed, young and fun

The Diner is in the Carnaby St area of Soho, directly opposite Cha Cha Moon on Ganton Street. It is much more spacious and darker than it's Shoreditch cousin. Rather than waiting for the next available booth we opted to sit at a normal table. At 1pm on a Sunday when we arrived, it was reasonably busy but customers didn't have to wait long to be seated.

The comprehensive menu is exactly the same as the other two branches. Our helpful and friendly waitress very quickly brought our drinks over very shortly after we had ordered. My breakfast burrito was average if not a little too salty and was served with standard guacamole (freshly prepared) and sour cream and a tiny side salad. My girlfriend's blueberry pancakes were good but they could've been a bit more generous with the blueberries.

As we rarely have breakfast out, the diner style breakfast was an exciting trip for my girlfriend who is an American. Above average, The Diner is for Europeans not expecting "american diner-sized" portions! I would certainly go back.

A more detailed review with photos can be found:
http://foodbymark.blogspot.com/2008/09/diner-ganton-street-w1.htmlThe Diner is in the Carnaby St area of Soho, directly opposite Cha Cha Moon on Ganton Street. It is much more spacious and darker than it's Shoreditch cousin. Rather than waiting for the next available booth we opted to sit at a normal table. At 1pm on a Sunday when we arrived, it was reasonably busy but customers didn't have to wait long to be seated.

The comprehensive menu is exactly the same as the other two branches. Our helpful and friendly waitress very quickly brought our drinks over very shortly after we had ordered. My breakfast burrito was average if not a little too salty and was served with standard guacamole (freshly prepared) and sour cream and a tiny side salad. My girlfriend's blueberry pancakes were good but they could've been a bit more generous with the blueberries.

As we rarely have breakfast out, the diner style breakfast was an exciting trip for my girlfriend who is an American. Above average, The Diner is for Europeans not expecting "american diner-sized" portions! I would certainly go back.

A more detailed review with photos can be found:
http://foodbymark.blogspot.com/2008/09/diner-ganton-street-w1.html

Tantra - by Ellisbells

Ellisbells — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:03:18 +0000

Review by Ellisbells

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7434 0888

Tantra is a fantastic club. Loved going here with all my friends. In soho. great music would definately reccommend if you are looking for a new place to try.Tantra is a fantastic club. Loved going here with all my friends. In soho. great music would definately reccommend if you are looking for a new place to try.

St. Moritz Club - Unusual antics by ben1982

ben1982 — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 17:04:18 +0000

Review by ben1982

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7437 0525

Attracting hugely different types of people, from the leather-clad to the shiny suits of the soho media workforce and bemused tourists, this noisy basement can be a great place to head after bars have closed for a uninhibited dance! With nights ranging from indie to industrial metal, be careful as to the night you pick to visit. Drinks are also far from cheap, but the sheer variety of people usually found here guarantees a night of unusual anticsAttracting hugely different types of people, from the leather-clad to the shiny suits of the soho media workforce and bemused tourists, this noisy basement can be a great place to head after bars have closed for a uninhibited dance! With nights ranging from indie to industrial metal, be careful as to the night you pick to visit. Drinks are also far from cheap, but the sheer variety of people usually found here guarantees a night of unusual antics

Dr China - Avoid by Londontown321

Londontown321 — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 11:05:50 +0000

Review by Londontown321

Rating: 1.00

Phone: 020 7323 3288

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

Tags: massage, alternative medicine, acupuncture

I tried this chain earlier this year. Paid hundreds of pounds for acupuncture and herbs and felt worse after it was all over. Every time I went in they tried to sell me more herbs and pills. Half way through the treatment one "doctor" announced the pills I'd been taken were the wrong ones. Did I get a refund? No! They make you pay in advance for everything. Waste of time and money. I'm sure(well I want to believe) acupuncture works but you need someone who can do it properly.

These guys are not up to scratch.I tried this chain earlier this year. Paid hundreds of pounds for acupuncture and herbs and felt worse after it was all over. Every time I went in they tried to sell me more herbs and pills. Half way through the treatment one "doctor" announced the pills I'd been taken were the wrong ones. Did I get a refund? No! They make you pay in advance for everything. Waste of time and money. I'm sure(well I want to believe) acupuncture works but you need someone who can do it properly.

These guys are not up to scratch.

Apple Store - Apple tastic by vik

vik — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 18:27:30 +0000

Review by vik

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7153 9000

Website: http://www.apple.com/uk/retail/regentstreet/

Tags: fun, helpful staff, free wifi

Having been to a couple of apple stores I must say that this one is the best, uber cool and chic, well it would be it is full of all things apple and not the granny smith variety either. Had to sort out an ipod for a gift and wanted the red one so did eventually have to go on line to get it but never mind, just loved the apple store and the staff were helpful. Am i a mac user, well, used to have a windows pc but am now firm convert to all things apple. The sleek white design of the desk and lap top computers is so stylish and usable that I will never go back to boring old windows. Looks like I will be making many happy future visits to the wonderful apple store then.Having been to a couple of apple stores I must say that this one is the best, uber cool and chic, well it would be it is full of all things apple and not the granny smith variety either. Had to sort out an ipod for a gift and wanted the red one so did eventually have to go on line to get it but never mind, just loved the apple store and the staff were helpful. Am i a mac user, well, used to have a windows pc but am now firm convert to all things apple. The sleek white design of the desk and lap top computers is so stylish and usable that I will never go back to boring old windows. Looks like I will be making many happy future visits to the wonderful apple store then.

The Social - Small and skinny by ben1982

ben1982 — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 17:52:27 +0000

Review by ben1982

Rating: 3.00

Phone: 020 7636 4992

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

Tags: friendly, indie, hipster

Despite some good scheduling - exciting dj's, new launches and innovative ideas, including the genuinely funny hip hop karaoke, this bar is small and skinny, meaning wherever you stand, you are invariably in somebody's way. It also pales in comparison with its sister bar in Nottingham. BUT...it definitely makes for a good mid-week venue, the upstairs bar being very homely with cosy booths and wood cabin walls giving a feel-good americana vibe.Despite some good scheduling - exciting dj's, new launches and innovative ideas, including the genuinely funny hip hop karaoke, this bar is small and skinny, meaning wherever you stand, you are invariably in somebody's way. It also pales in comparison with its sister bar in Nottingham. BUT...it definitely makes for a good mid-week venue, the upstairs bar being very homely with cosy booths and wood cabin walls giving a feel-good americana vibe.

Busaba Eathai - Quick and healthy by Natnat

Natnat — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 07:23:33 +0000

Review by Natnat

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7255 8686

Website: http://www.busaba.com

Tags: thai, good value, crowded

This place is always packed at lunchtime and in the evening, and itâ¬"s easy to see why. The food is fresh and delicious (and healthy too), and thereâ¬"s an interesting selection of teas and juices to accompany your meal. Expect to pay around a tenner for a drink and a meal. Diners sit around large square tables, and thereâ¬"s never a long wait to be served (although you may queue to get in of an evening). The only downside is that it isnâ¬"t somewhere where you might spend a long drawn out evening â¬ itâ¬"s very much eat and leave. This is one of a chain of restaurants in the capital.This place is always packed at lunchtime and in the evening, and itâ¬"s easy to see why. The food is fresh and delicious (and healthy too), and thereâ¬"s an interesting selection of teas and juices to accompany your meal. Expect to pay around a tenner for a drink and a meal. Diners sit around large square tables, and thereâ¬"s never a long wait to be served (although you may queue to get in of an evening). The only downside is that it isnâ¬"t somewhere where you might spend a long drawn out evening â¬ itâ¬"s very much eat and leave. This is one of a chain of restaurants in the capital.

Fernandez & Wells - Gorgeous selection by sophietemples

sophietemples — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:57:54 +0000

Review by sophietemples

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7287 8124

Website: http://www.fernandezandwells.com/beak.php

Tags: amazing brew, quick bite, cosy

What a fantastic find! Lovely and cozy, and fab selection.What a fantastic find! Lovely and cozy, and fab selection.

Itsu - Great place to detour to while shopping by Jongleur

Jongleur — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:29:50 +0000

Review by Jongleur

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7479 4794

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

Tags: lively, japanese, bar

One of my favourite places to escape from the bustle of Oxford Street! Itsu is a sushi â¬Üconveyor beltâ¬" restaurant but I like it much better than some other chains like Yo! Sushi. The food here is always extremely fresh and well prepared and with a good variety. Itâ¬"s not the most authentic Japanese food (California rolls, chocolate mousse for dessert etc) but good for all that - and of course very healthy.

Just a note to a reviewer before me â¬ this is NOT the restaurant where Litvinenko was irradiated, that was the tiny Itsu joint on Piccadilly. This one is officially polonium-free :-)
One of my favourite places to escape from the bustle of Oxford Street! Itsu is a sushi â¬Üconveyor beltâ¬" restaurant but I like it much better than some other chains like Yo! Sushi. The food here is always extremely fresh and well prepared and with a good variety. Itâ¬"s not the most authentic Japanese food (California rolls, chocolate mousse for dessert etc) but good for all that - and of course very healthy.

Just a note to a reviewer before me â¬ this is NOT the restaurant where Litvinenko was irradiated, that was the tiny Itsu joint on Piccadilly. This one is officially polonium-free :-)

Rocket - Recommend by fairy600

fairy600 — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 17:17:31 +0000

Review by fairy600

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7629 2889

Website: http://www.rocketlondon.com

Tags: posh, lively, crowded

I would highly recommend Rocket for eating in the restaurant rather than a place to go for drinks as it gets very crowded. However, I have only been on a weekend so it will no doubt be quieter in the week. It has a very cosy feel in the restaurant and the food is fantastic. Try the tuna steaks- absolutely fabulous. The prices aren't too bad either. The restaurant is upstairs so you're not distracted/interrupted by the busy/noisy crowds at the bar. The bar becomes very very busy with extremely limited seating. The staff service is very good- extremely polite and very quick service. I will definitely be returning to this fab place in the centre of London.I would highly recommend Rocket for eating in the restaurant rather than a place to go for drinks as it gets very crowded. However, I have only been on a weekend so it will no doubt be quieter in the week. It has a very cosy feel in the restaurant and the food is fantastic. Try the tuna steaks- absolutely fabulous. The prices aren't too bad either. The restaurant is upstairs so you're not distracted/interrupted by the busy/noisy crowds at the bar. The bar becomes very very busy with extremely limited seating. The staff service is very good- extremely polite and very quick service. I will definitely be returning to this fab place in the centre of London.

Greggs - Bread is so soft! by pindulgence

pindulgence — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 16:11:52 +0000

Review by pindulgence

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7323 9052

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

Tags: bargain, patisserie, sandwiches

Of all the bakers there are, for a chain based one i'd say Greggs is my favourite. I first experienced the delightful tastes when i was in kent, so i was really excited when i found this one! The staff are really nice, friendly and eager to serve. Polite too which is a bit of a rarity now a days! The sandwiches here are fabulous, some are prepackaged ready for the lunchtime rush and some, like baguettes are inthe counter with fresh fillings. They are all bursting at the seams with the amount of filling though! Their cakes and other savoury goodies are also delicious and so fresh!Of all the bakers there are, for a chain based one i'd say Greggs is my favourite. I first experienced the delightful tastes when i was in kent, so i was really excited when i found this one! The staff are really nice, friendly and eager to serve. Polite too which is a bit of a rarity now a days! The sandwiches here are fabulous, some are prepackaged ready for the lunchtime rush and some, like baguettes are inthe counter with fresh fillings. They are all bursting at the seams with the amount of filling though! Their cakes and other savoury goodies are also delicious and so fresh!

Starbucks Coffee - Good quality coffee by pindulgence

pindulgence — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 16:04:22 +0000

Review by pindulgence

Rating: 4.00

Phone: 020 7287 9441

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

Tags: cosy, quick bite, american

As a coffee shop chain, i like Starbucks probably the most of all. However, thats not to say its perfect. As a chain you know exactly what to expect when you step through the door, you know the types of coffee they sell, and you know what types of food as well. Incidentally, the cakes they have taste fabulous but are a little expensive. The sandwiches are also good on the whole, but occasionally a little stale - i don't know how long they keep them on sale for?! I love the fact that the large coffees come in a huge mug! The larger coffees are actually too heavy for me though! Prices are a little more expensive than other coffee shops!As a coffee shop chain, i like Starbucks probably the most of all. However, thats not to say its perfect. As a chain you know exactly what to expect when you step through the door, you know the types of coffee they sell, and you know what types of food as well. Incidentally, the cakes they have taste fabulous but are a little expensive. The sandwiches are also good on the whole, but occasionally a little stale - i don't know how long they keep them on sale for?! I love the fact that the large coffees come in a huge mug! The larger coffees are actually too heavy for me though! Prices are a little more expensive than other coffee shops!

Dover Castle - by PlasticMoose

PlasticMoose — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 16:44:18 +0000

Review by PlasticMoose

Rating: 5.00

Phone: 020 7580 4412

Tags: food, tv for sporting events, vegetarian dishes

An absolute gem. Incredibly friendly with a brilliant atmopshere. Excellent value for money too with some beautiful beers. Definately one to check out.An absolute gem. Incredibly friendly with a brilliant atmopshere. Excellent value for money too with some beautiful beers. Definately one to check out.