Islington. 25 entries mapped.
While the fries and madeleines receive praise, some main courses, such as the steak, have been reported as disappointing. Bellanger provides a classy, homey French setting complete with an outdoor space for al fresco dining in the summer. The service is largely considered excellent, friendly, and professional. A few diners have reported their main dishes being overcooked or chewy.
9 Islington Grn, London N1 2XH, UK
The menu offers tasty and affordable Greek-inspired options like gyros and salads, alongside divine profiteroles. Bold Food & Bar boasts a unique, relaxed, lounge-like vibe with plenty of outdoor seating. The service is highly regarded as fantastic and accommodating for groups. There are isolated reports of severe food-borne illness following a visit.
126 Dartmouth Park Hill, Archway, London N19 5HS, UK
Patrons consistently describe their meals here as fantastic. Buna Ethiopian Restaurant offers a generally well-regarded dining environment. Service at this venue meets the high expectations of its visitors.
87 Holloway Rd, London N7 8LT, UK
The beautifully presented food is widely described as delicious, though some traditional dishes may fall short of expectations. Cacciari’s Islington features a stylish, cozy, and pleasantly authentic Italian atmosphere. The staff are notably kind, professional, and quick to accommodate guests, even when the venue is nearly full. A few visitors feel that certain dishes are overpriced given the quality.
140A Upper St, London N1 1QY, UK
The food is highly praised for being super fresh, flavorful, and served in massive portions, complemented by great cocktails. Gem Restaurant offers a cozy, authentic, old-school Turkish village feel that is very welcoming. Service can be a major letdown, with reports of slow attention and unnotified booking cancellations. Service is often slow, and the venue has a history of abruptly canceling reservations without explanation.
265 Upper St, London N1 2UQ, UK
The burgers and fries are delicious and tasty, though portion sizes are noted to be quite small. This burger joint offers a standard dining environment similar to nearby pubs. While some find the staff super happy and great, others have experienced completely absent service even when quiet. Guests frequently complain about small portion sizes, inconsistent service, and an unexpected mandatory service fee for online orders.
26 Cowcross St, London EC1M 6DQ, UK
The food is highly praised for its amazing flavors and unique dishes. Hong Kong restaurant provides a lovely and occasionally quiet setting for diners. The staff are consistently described as lovely, very friendly, and providing an excellent level of customer service.
301 Upper St, London N1 2TU, UK
The ramen and dishes like fried chicken and matcha crepe cake are consistently good, though vegetarian options are limited and small. This cute ramen bar features an amazing interior and great Japanese music. Service is generally prompt, friendly, and attentive, though occasional delays do happen. Vegetarian options are lacking, small in size, and relatively expensive, leaving some diners hungry.
196 Essex Rd, London N1 8LZ, UK
Recent feedback highlights that the food, particularly the Sunday Roast, can lack flavor and suffer from execution issues like dry potatoes and fatty meat. Jones & Sons provides a setting suitable for special occasions like Sunday Roasts. The staff are noted for being very kind and attentive. The food quality, particularly for the Sunday Roast, has been described as a flavorless letdown.
98-106 High Rd, Greater, London E18 2QH, UK
The venue serves fresh, delicious traditional kebabs with decent portion sizes. Kilis Kitchen offers a really nice ambience and vibe for its guests. The service is outstanding, with kind, attentive staff who always serve with a smile. A mandatory service charge is applied even for simple takeaway drinks.
4 Theberton St, London N1 0QX, UK
While many praise the pizza and overall food, some starters and mains have been criticized for poor execution and sogginess. La Pasta maintains a friendly and accommodating atmosphere, even on very busy nights. The owner and staff are respectful, friendly, and prompt in their service. Some dishes, such as the bruschetta and pasta mains, have disappointed guests with poor preparation.
17-19 Highbury Cor, London N5 1RA, UK
The food, including the halibut and veal steak, is widely considered lovely and superb, though slightly pricey. La Vita é Bella is a very cute, cozy place with a welcoming atmosphere suitable for large groups. Customer service is perfect, with a super nice staff and a very friendly owner. Some diners feel the menu is slightly overpriced for what is offered.
16 Theberton St, London N1 0QX, UK
The generous portions of delicious food offer excellent value for money. This little bistro successfully creates a cozy, authentic Parisian atmosphere in the middle of Islington. Staff are generally helpful and attentive, though occasional arguments over sent-back dishes have occurred. There are rare reports of staff becoming argumentative when dishes are sent back.
18 Theberton St, London N1 0QX, UK
The food is excellent, with diners praising the amazing quality of meat, particularly the tender and juicy lamb skewers. Liman Restaurant offers a pleasant dining environment suitable for enjoying Mediterranean fare. The service is consistently described as excellent by patrons.
60 Penton St, London N1 9PZ, UK
The food is generally considered delicious, though portion sizes on certain dishes like the mixed grill may disappoint. Mem & Laz Brasserie is located in a buzzy restaurant area, providing a lively dining spot. The staff are very friendly, treating guests exceptionally well and offering excellent recommendations. Some patrons feel the portion sizes are too small to justify the high prices.
8 Theberton St, London N1 0QX, UK
Guests love the high-quality Peruvian plates, particularly praising the amazing ceviche and beautifully presented dishes. The atmosphere is vibrant, warm, and inviting with a lively Latin energy. Service is consistently described as welcoming, friendly, speedy, and attentive.
176 Upper St, London N1 1RG, UK
Reviewers highlight the excellent crispy schnitzels, great chips, and delicious morning coffee. The cafe-style restaurant has a lovely, chilled, and cosy atmosphere. Service is consistently praised for being warm, friendly, attentive, and amazingly fast. Some guests have experienced oily dishes and smaller-than-expected portion sizes.
170 Upper St, London N1 1RG, UK
Diners rave about the beautifully presented, delicious small plates and mains, noting a wonderful Turkish-inspired palette. The restaurant provides a relaxed setting where guests feel no rush to leave the table. Service is highlighted as excellent and highly attentive. A reviewer reported an issue with the restaurant being unexpectedly closed despite having a confirmed online booking.
102 Upper St, London N1 1QN, UK
Patrons highly praise the fantastic pizza and garlic bread, noting the great value for money. The pizzeria offers a casual and energetic setting, perfect for a quick bite before an event. While many find the service fast and the staff lovely, some delivery riders have reported rude treatment. There are reports of staff being disrespectful and rude toward delivery drivers.
189 Upper St, London N1 1RQ, UK
The restaurant serves true, high-quality Italian dishes, with reviewers especially praising the perfect, crispy-crust pizzas. The beautiful setting transports diners, making them feel as if they are sitting in Puglia. Service is professional, attentive without being intrusive, and extremely friendly.
139 Upper St, London N1 1QP, UK
Guests enjoy the delicious, well-presented dishes with spot-on flavours and great portion sizes. The dining ambiance is lovely and significantly enhances the overall Thai dining experience. While some describe the service as top-tier and friendly, others have experienced extremely slow service and delays. Service can be extremely slow at times, with long waits for menus and drinks.
347-349 Upper St, London N1 0PD, UK
The menu offers plenty of choices with good portion sizes, though some find the mains average and group dining prices expensive. The cafe provides a pleasant environment with a good musical backdrop. Staff are generally friendly and fast, though wait times for the bill and handling of dietary requirements have drawn criticism. The staff can lack clear knowledge regarding food restrictions and ingredients, and drinks are considered pricey.
177 Upper St, London N1 1RG, UK
Many praise the huge portions, authentic flavors, and amazing tiramisu, though one reviewer found the lasagna to be dry and poorly prepared. The restaurant provides an authentic setting where guests feel as if they are dining in Rome. Service is good and accommodating, easily handling dietary requirements even when busy. Consistency in food quality can be an issue, as highlighted by a complaint about a dry, poorly heated lasagna.
16-18 Highbury Cor, London N5 1RD, UK
Guests rave about the excellent food and wine, particularly highlighting the cacio e pepe. The atmosphere is buzzy, lovely, and thoroughly enjoyable. The staff are consistently described as incredibly helpful, friendly, and quick.
7 St John St, London EC1M 4AA, UK
Diners enjoy the amazing and brilliant food served here. The restaurant offers a gorgeous and clean dining environment. While many servers are praised for being warm and attentive, there are complaints about the manager being condescending and rude. The management has been described as condescending and rude, which can sour the experience.
68-69 Upper St, London N1 0NY, UK