Catching Up With Mates
Catching Up With Mates
Page 3Howl At The Moon
Whether you're here for rugby match screenings, Sunday trad sessions, or quiz nights, Howl At The Moon, a Hoxton pub, is a big, broad smile of a place.
Kofteci Metin
Come to Kofteci Metin, a Turkish kofte specialist on Harringay's Green Lanes, for a meal of expertly grilled meatballs and deliciously dressed salads.
The Tamil Crown
The Tamil Crown in Angel is an excellent pub and Indian restaurant, made for moody date nights.
Pavilion Mentmore Studios
Pavilion Mentmore Studios is a cafe with excellent, gooey cheese toasties and near-perfect pastries, but inside it can feel as cold as the grey Leyton industrial estate it sits on.
Noodle & Beer
Noodle & Beer is a Chongqing noodle and Sichuan restaurant in Spitalfields that is much more than its name suggests.
Florencio Pizza
A moody Argentinian-inspired spot on a quiet Marylebone street, Florencio Pizza is all about excellent thin-crust pizzas and romantic candlelight.
OkonomiHeads
Despite being in a Haggerston basement, OkonomiHeads is a Japanese spot with a light and bright feel, and excellent okonomiyaki.
Mohsen
A homely Persian spot in Kensington with big tables and plenty of dips to share, Mohsen is perfect for a casual group meal.
Hainan House
Hainan House is a peaceful southern Chinese restaurant in Angel making delicate, subtly flavoured food.
The Abingdon
The Abingdon is a homely gastropub in Kensington where you'll find as much comfort in the British desserts as you will in the sofas.
Bébé Bob
Loud, proud, and serving some of the best rotisserie chicken in town, Bébé Bob is a Soho restaurant that doesn't take itself too seriously.
Bistro Freddie
A sort of French and sort of British restaurant in Shoreditch, Bistro Freddie is a small, hearty spot for a chic long lunch or date.
Taeyang Pocha
This restaurant in New Cross doesn’t go in for bells and whistles when it comes to decor, but Taeyang Pocha is a great little spot for excellent Korean food.
Asher’s Africana
Asher’s Africana is a relaxed Gujarati canteen in Wembley making excellent roti and comforting curries.
Maru's Bhajia House
An offshoot of the original Maru’s Bhajia House in Nairobi, this Gujarati snack spot in Wembley is inconsistent but still a worth a visit.
The Holy Tavern
A legendary, sort of historical, old-timey pub, The Holy Tavern is one of the best places to drink in Farringdon and beyond.
Chung’dam
Chung’dam is a high-end Korean spot in Soho with fancy interiors and pillowy pajeon you should always order.
Tendril
Tendril is a mostly vegan restaurant in a Mayfair townhouse, with a buzzy dining room and excellent dishes that roam from Europe to Asia, but never feel confused.
Myung Ga
When you’re in the mood for excellent tteokbokki, perfectly fried shrimp, and enough BBQ meat to feed a village, head to Korean spot Myung Ga in Soho.
Cafe Helen
Come to Cafe Helen, a late-night institution on Edgware Road, at any hour of the morning when your shawarma craving hits.
Signor Sassi
A loud and proud spot in Knightsbridge, Signor Sassi has made a name for itself when it comes to making quality Italian dishes.
Walthamstow Trades Hall
Everyone is warmly welcomed at Walthamstow Trades Hall, a social club in Walthamstow, and a Friday night involves spilt pints, karaoke, and a stacked line-up of bands.
Korean Grill Kensington
A high-end, zen Korean spot near Gloucester Road with BBQ grills on every table and the kind of meats you'll want to double up on.