Kentish Town

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The Parakeet is a wood fire-obsessed restaurant inside a pub in Kentish Town that's ideal for fancy-ish get-togethers.

Jake Missing

June 13, 2023

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Guanabana is a cool spot in Camden serving Caribbean-inspired dishes and one of the best halal Sunday roasts in London.

Rianne Shlebak

March 30, 2023

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A Filipino mini-empire, a pork crackling-filled bap, new-school and old-school caffs, and more.

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Richard Ehrlich, Oliver Feldman & Jake Missing

November 10, 2022

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Kossoff's is a light and airy bakery in Kentish Town, perfect for coffee catch-ups, lunch, and glistening pastries.

Jake Missing

November 10, 2022

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Mamasons is a Filipino ice cream spot famous for its ice cream sandwiches that are very much worth the queue.

Rianne Shlebak

August 22, 2022

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Rosella is an old-school Italian trattoria on the Highgate Road where locals have been tucking into hearty portions for years.

Jake Missing

June 24, 2022

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Queen of Sheba is a 10-minute walk from Gospel Oak and the Ethiopian restaurant is an excellent spot when there are many hungry hands and tired legs.

Jake Missing

June 24, 2022

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The Filipino-influenced ramen bar is one of Kentish Town's most reliable and delicious spots for a bowl of comfort everyday of the week.

Jake Missing

April 5, 2022

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Anima e Cuore is a local Italian spot and one of the best restaurants in Kentish Town.

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Chicken Shop does posh rotisserie chicken and sides, in a vibey Kentish Town restaurant.

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Bengal Lancer has been Kentish Town’s best Indian restaurant for quite some time.

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Junction Tavern is a Kentish Town gastropub that takes both the gastro and the pub parts of the label seriously.

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Norman’s is new old-school caff between Archway and Kentish Town. Come for kiddy classics like chicken nuggets and chips, cheesy beans on toast, and more.

Jake Missing

July 26, 2021

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A moody little drinking den in Kentish Town, Tabac is perfect for a date night or a charming catch-up over cheese.

Heidi Lauth Beasley

July 20, 2021

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Panadera is a Filipino bakery in Kentish Town making pandesal sandwiches, pastries, and iced teas.

Jake Missing

May 18, 2021

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A feel-good delivery service from the people behind Gloria and Circolo Popolare.

Heidi Lauth Beasley

January 20, 2021

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Rustique is a ‘literary cafe’ with average food, but warmth and bookish vibes. Bring your moleskin and thickest glasses.

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The Southampton Arms is a proper old-school boozer in Gospel Oak complete with fireplace, ales, and roast pork baps.

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Meeting a friend and their kids in Kentish Town? The Bear and Wolf cafe should be top of your list. There’s even a play room at the back.

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Knowhere Special is a tiny basement bar in Kentish Town - it's perfect for cocktails and lounging.

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Kentish Town is short on good Asian options for dinner. Restaurant Baan Thai is a godsend then, and will fix you for noodles and comforting soups.

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Every neighbourhood needs a good caff, and Mario’s has been holding it down in Kentish Town since 1958. Expect to leave satisfied.

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The formula at Patron Cave a Manger in Kentish Town is simple. Take impeccable cheese and cured meats, add great wine and French classics.

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The Rose and Crown is an excellent shout for craft beer and ales in Kentish Town.

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Arancini Brothers is good for a chilled neighbourhood hang in Kentish Town, specialising in deep-fried risotto balls and a solid breakfast wrap.