28 Church Row in Camden

Food was very average- looks nice but bland We were kicked out 1.5 hours later after we sat down even though we ordered a bottle of wine and 5 courses... simply for the reason that they wanted to accommodated 4 people next to us that they put on a 2 person table. I would not recommend this place as you could be kicked out at any time !

Unfortunately we had a negative experience at 28 Church Row. We received a text message saying our table was 5 mins away, this was incorrect and resulted in us waiting for 1 hour at the bar. Food was very bland and came much before any of our drinks. The staff were completely inattentive. I assume this was probably an "off night". But we left very disappointed.

I really enjoyed this small busy and cosy basement restaurant. Good tasting honest food, excellent service with just the right local vibe. You will feel at home here

Wow… we had booked this for a Sunday late lunch. As a group of 5 we ordered most items on the menu and they were all amazing. The steak was melt in the mouth, the monkfish and cod were very tasty and not overpowering. The vegetable dishes were also super fresh and tasty. The staff were very hospitable & friendly and the food & wine were reasonably priced. Will definitely be back.

I hated this restaurant a noisy cellar the dishes were a collection of mush, the flan was not a flan but a very mushy mixture of fungi ,the Cod on the bone more bone than Boney M .The onion cigar should not have left Cuba .The coffee was undrinkable at least the nice waiter agreed and replaced them n/c . I am sure 28 used to be a real tapas Spanish style . But it was very busy . My friend a Hampstead resident could not stop saying I am Sorry sorry sorry ,her choice Next time my choice .

Definitely don’t listen Sharon S. We stumbled upon this on a Saturday at 7pm and managed to get a table at the kitchen bar seats. The waiter was really friendly and walked us through the menu after we asked how many dishes he would advise us ordering. We had some lovely cocktails, tapas, really amazing scallops and a whole seabass. Definitely a little gem in Hampstead and it was great to watch the chefs at work.

Unwelcoming , unfriendly disgracefully discriminatory! At the entrance, advised that the council inspect the plates we would be ordering. Sternly addressed restaurant guidelines, dictated at the entrance, barely hello or good evening let alone a welcoming smile (?!) , even before barely entering the restaurant. Had the hosts been more warm, or possibly even welcoming my guest and I would consider dining. Disgustingly discriminated at the entrance for no just reason, in the most patronising way - advised "policy here is ordering a main dish and " whilst they stood firmly obstructing the view of the restaurant - slowing pushing us out. Won’t be coming back or recommending this restaurant. I was then nastily and sadly told that what I encountered as my own memorable experience, was not possible to have happened. For your information, I have receipt of payment and your dismissing my experience is called gaslighting. Thanks for the heads up to never return to your disgracefully discriminatory restaurant.

went here when the restaurant first started , liked the intimacy but found the menu rather narrow . now it has expanded its offering and i have had 2 excellent dining experiences in the last couple of months - not only in hampstead but elsewhere in london we sat in the very cosy private dining area , service friendly and intelligent . pan con tomate with iberico ham , delicious , cod fillet, scallop s , a series of small plates all perfectly realised , not tried larger plates such as sea bass a la plancha ,ribe eye steak , so we have here a very interesting menu with things you want to eat , cooked very well with plenty of flavour, in an intimate warm setting . you can book for lunch but just turn up for dinner , no booking - but we did this twice for an evening meal had to sit once at the bar whilst a table was found (no harship[) recommended .

What a charming little hidden Gem. Tucked into the basement of its Georgian facade, this quirky little restaurant and bar offers tasty Tapas themed sharing boards with good wine and lovely staff. My friend and I didn’t catch our servers name but she was just lovely. As was my glass of Port.

A great place to meet friends. A delicious sharing menu. Friendly staff. Open plan dining with the kitchen in view. Can only book one large table the rest are first come first served but the owner is very accommodating.

An interesting place, centrally located in Hampstead. An interior basement restaurant with lovely decor and the option for groups of a private room. The staff were excellent. Kat our waitress was superb: helpful, patient, informative and charming. She made our visit. The food itself was tasty but portions are very small. An example was the pork spare ribs which for £11 provided two bare bones and a 1 inch square piece of pork - delicious but ridiculously small. The octopus was superb - really tasty and slightly larger portion than other items we chose. There was a focus on peppers so if you don't like them choices was limited. Not great for vegetarians / vegans if you don't like pepper. The food is very tasty - just not really adequate sizes. Glad we went. We had a lovely time but probably unlikely to go back sadly.

What a lovely spot this is. Delicious food and relaxed atmosphere. We enjoyed a super evening and we’ll be back !

Some of the best food I’ve ever had and also such a lovely atmosphere. One of the best places in north London to have dinner

I haven't written a review on here for a while but felt compelled to after having such a lovely evening at 28 Church Row. The interior was lovely, we were given a choice of tables. The staff were all really friendly and went out of their way to help when we mentioned a nut allergy. Food was delicious. And we dined next to a celebrity. Great evening all round, I wish I'd discovered it earlier!

Lovely monthly menu based on local, seasonal selections. This hidden gem is almost too good to tell others about but they deserve all the praise!

Utterly overpriced and such tiny. portions. Shame as most main dishes were wonderful. Not all tho. And as for puddings… laugahbly small. Shame the buziness hasnt responded to many many reviews about the pricing and portion. Sorry to say this all as the staff lovely. I can’t justify coming back unless things change :-(

Very high-quality and fresh tapas-style cuisine, with a welcome and far greater emphasis on vegetables than you would find in Spain. Nice wines too. The only drawback is that reservations cannot be made in the evening (why?), only at lunchtime at weekends.

We were recommended this place by friends who speak very highly of this place and we can see why. The food is excellent and the staff and all very friendly and welcoming. They really looked after us. Every dish was excellent (see pics) can’t wait...

Located a short walk from Hampstead tube station in the low ground floor. Found seating cramped and uncomfortable , and as sat at the first table from the main door- issues with both the cold air when clients enter and leave and the smell from...

Lovely spot with great Tapas, good size portions, 3 dishes per person was just right and left a little room for a desert. Well worth a visit with friendly staff and ambiance. Well worth a visit.

Discovered on the local newspaper as the most voted in the borough, I decided to try with a friend. We had a fantastic berto spritz and all the starters. A perfect selection of tapas, croquetas and anchovies are superb! We shared a very rich portion...

A delicious varied meal with plenty for vegetarians in cosy surroundings but the staff were also super kind. I left my jacket, they kept it and sent it on to me as soon as they had checked it was mine!

Beautiful, creative food, friendly staff and great ambience. Good selection of wines. The ham and cheese croquettes are to die for!

Amazing night. Great food, great atmosphere. Had the best food and wine here on our trip to London. The staff made us feel so welcome, very friendly and nothing too much trouble for them. Food was amazing. We will definitely be returning.

Being a local resident and part of the community, it's always convenient to have an excellent restaurant close to hand just in case you have unexpected friends drop by or just simply want to get out of the house. The ambience is really laid back...

First visit to 28, and not the last! Four us had a thoroughly enjoyable evening (one vegetarian) so much so that we spent 3.5 hours there. The menu choice suited all of us., and apparently changes regularly. Staff extremely friendly. Everything we ate was freshly...

Lovely quaint restaurent which served French cuisine when I last visited many years ago Excellent service - the Irish waitress was very attentive and the bartender made some excellent cocktails including one he made up after enquring about what spirit I prefeered as my base...

Second visit to 28 Church Row. Our son brought me here just before Christmas last year when I visited him in London - and what a great find it was. I loved it so much I decided we needed a second visit last weekend with...

The staff were very friendly but the portion sizes were ridiculous. They were microscopic -even for a tapas restaurant- and expensive as well. The cheeses were below average - you can find better in M&S. the oxtail was absolutely ridiculous- the size of two small...

I found this wee place via Google as it was near a concert venue. They don't take bookings, so you need to turn up early-ish, or else be prepared to wait at the bar - which is no problem, as you can start on your...

Visiting my daughter in Hampstead, I scoured the reviews on TripAdvisor of local restaurants for something unique and consistently highly rated. There were several promising candidates, but all seemed to have suffered recent “Terrible” reviews due to a change in management or perhaps due to...

We ate there tonight early evening before the rush began. Easy to see why this place is so busy as the food, service and ambience are spot on. Wines by the glass range is also excellent. The chorizo croquettes are sensational. No it is not...

Higher prices and smaller portions than I recall having looked in with friends on a busy weekday evening for the 1st time for a few months. Quality still up there but at £40.00 per head so it should be. All left feeling hungry.

It was busy even for a Monday, the service was good and the food really first class - this really is a Hampstead gem and would not hesitate to recommend or return.

This is a fantastic Spanish restaurant with very knowledgeable staff, an extensive menu (even for vegetarians) and a superb wine list. We came in early on a Friday and were seated immediately, but the small place quickly filled up until it was really buzzing. The...

Absolutey fabulous and interesting dishes. I woud love to eat here every day. I even loved th eel which usually makes me recoil! Hampstead needed this. The staff are enthusiastic about the food and knowledgable about the wines Go there You will be hooked as...

We were a group of three and have been there many times in the evening. The service was, as always, friendly and efficient. We love the small plate concept so you can taste many dishes. Tuna plate and bavette particularly good. Vegetable plate full of...

Really good Spanish tapas restaurant. Doesn‘t take any reservations, we went there on a Friday evening around 7pm and there were a lot of people but still managed to find place, and was really worth it. Really pretty restaurant - in the basement but there...

Popped into this restaurant on Friday night, four of us. I have never been before. From start to finish it was excellent. Firstly the Irish lady that greeted us at the door was so nice, all the staff were so lovely!!! We ordered a lot...

Been here yesterday and loved it. It's in a basement. Everything feels new in there (I assume it's a rather new restaurant). It's beautifully decorated and furnished. The staff was super attentive and the food very high standard. Loved it!

As the title says, we had tapas in this cosy downstairs restaurant. The staff were extra friendly, the tapas were great. Atmosphere, ambience and wine all fantastic. You don’t have to book and you are looked after well. They accommodated our friend who doesn’t eat...

‘28’ has retained its high individual standards - never failing to please & satisfy Each sharing course had that ‘I want to just go on eating this ... forever‼️‼️‼️‘ feeling Croquets & pan con tomato were good starters followed by courgette flower Grilled octopus &...

We arrived and were seated at the bar where we were very promptly served drinks. The menu said that they recommended we order 3 to 4 dishes each. My husband ordered his 3 and the guy then walked away. We asked if I could order...

Very sophisticated yet unfussy food of high calibre in a neighbourhood restaurant. Cooking is of Michelin grade but without any Michelin pretensions. A Hampstead gem

Had an early dinner with a good friend who is a regular. We sat at the bar and had a most enjoyable evening with great food! The tapas selection is really excellent with some unique offerings. David, the friendly owner, is a very talented host...

Quality in everything, from the warm bread offered in the beginning of the meal to the fresh ingredients used to prepare each dish with such a delightful taste. Good selection of wine as well. First time at 28 but definitely coming back soon. Can’t recommend...

The restaurant is located in central Hampstead, but may be easy to walk by if one doesn’t know about it. It’s a rather small, cozy and intimate restaurant located in a basement. It seems to be a favorite among the locals. We tried out several...

Came by chanche with friends on a Friday night,we had to wait for a while for our table but fortunately there is a pub across the road. It was worth to wait! The place is soooo cosy and the music is great! We started with...

I absolutely love this restaurant, I cannot speak highly enough of it. I recently had my birthday lunch there and EVERYTHING, from the service, ambience and food is spot on, and then some! The staff are so welcoming from the moment you walk in, and...

This fusion restaurant offers a fine balance of romantic and relaxed atmosphere. The service is super attentive and friendly. You feel as if you have discovered a truly special place. All the dishes are small ‘tapas’ style for sharing. It’s condusive to try lots of...

Heard nice things about this Spanish restaurant and went there with a friend, no booking and you might wait at least 30 minutes! The sharing tapas style dishes were ok but nothing really exceptional and expensive for the small portions, it is a decent Spanish...

If you have heard of those places that those in the know rave about often quietly this is one of them. We discovered it by a recommendation by friends who will only eat at expensive restaurants on principle for whom quality is not the most...

I took my wife for an impromptu meal last week, expecting the restaurant to be not too busy. When we arrived, the place was full so instead of leaving we waited for a table to come up and had a delicious martini, expertly made by...

What à wonderful discovery. Fabulous food, gorgeous ambiance, excellent service. This is a total gem in Hampstead. Truly one of the best dinners out we have had recently.... anywhere!! I can't even find the words. The service could not have been more charming, the food...

I went here for dinner with another couple. Every dish will take you on a culinary journey. Its very small and booking in advance is essential. You'll find yourself around he late 30's 40's plus crowd who know their food. The service and food is...

My Sister recommended I came here, her and her partner are fortunate enough to live very close and go quite often! We sat at the bar which was great as the bar staff were so attentive and kept us entertained throughout the night. Our family...

Excellent tapas - real quality food. Not only that real quality staff who know what they are talking about. Beware you cannot book - but we were able to work round this and sat in the local pub waiting for the call to come across.

I have had some great tapas but unfortunately this wasn't. The portions and ingredients were applied so sparingly I could hardly taste them. I went with my partner for a birthday lunch and I came out thinking that someone must have stolen my taste buds....

Every dish was unique, brilliantly flavored, and an experience. The ambiance is an ideal blend of casual and elegant. The staff was spectacularly kind, helpful, and talented. Loved this place!

First visit here but certainly by no means, the last. The service, professionalism and friendliness by the staff was exemplary. We loved the ‘tapas’ style of the plates but this was bordering on fine dining. Next time, I am having the soft shell crab all...

We had a really lovely dinner at Church Row, its been on my mind for a long time and it did not disappoint. We relied heavily on the waiters recommendations and had the cheese board, duck breast, heritage tomato salad and different sorbets. Fantastic meal,...

Fab food, fab staff, fab Old Cubans!!!!!! Highly recommend although get there early as no reservations accepted so first come first served

Flavors and amazing staff that know their food. You won’t be disappointed! Go!! Ok so need to write min 100 words but nothing to add - am fussy and I thought it was fab so go try it!

Not the 1st time I’ve reviewed 28 but standards remain high with the use of top quality ingredients imaginatively prepared and served by ever charming staff. Keep it up and see you soon

Excellent Mediterranean wine menu with very relaxed atmosphere with local people. Perfect for any day of the week and on the weekends is great to have a friendly reunion can’t get very busy for location and the nature of the restaurant, so is great. Hopefully...

Visited a few weeks ago with family and friends. Great private dining area, excellent food, good service with friendly staff. Must visit.

I was a bit surprised that neither of the typical tapas offerings of Patatas Bravas or Gambas were on the menu, but the food that the Greek chef did produce for us were all more than acceptable. The highlight for my wife and I was...

A rare and wonderful restaurant. People with passion, food with meaning and setting with style. Tapas is smaller portions. Quality is always worth more and here you find it. Fabulous range of wines. Shorter menu, each item fantastic quality. 3 items per person probably ideal....

I went with my girlfriend for our anniversary as I was looking for somewhere with great food and a more relaxed atmosphere. I could not have picked a better place. As the title to this review says, the food was fantastic, the wine list extensive...

Went there last night around 19 o'clock , were one of the first tables , so got to choose where to sit. Tapas were great, had some gernika peppers, green gazpacho (superb!) And special aubergine and blue cheese tortilla , whilst my partner did order...

Sometimes tapas don't hang together - maybe it's a theme they're missing, or maybe some aren't as good as the others. This is what we found. A couple of delicious dishes (try the pork and the octopus - not so much the squid which was...

So lovely to sit in the little cove inside. Food is exceptional & service always great as well. Lovely selection that always changes

The atmosphere is absolutely amazing! We had some tapas to share. The service was quick and very friendly. The taste of the dishes was absolutely great. It’s definitely not on the cheap range, but it’s high quality food in a super nice location.

Family living in Hampstead suggested this resto for a casual impromptu dinner one evening during the opening rounds of this year’s World Cup, which we now understand is the reason that we were able to get a table for four at supper hour on a...

Outstanding food, with surprising twists. Exceptionally friendly staff. Cozy atmosphere. Delicious wines. Who could ask for more!

Highest recommendation. Food speaks for itself and the ambience is excellent. Clearly thought and care went into every detail. Excellent for any occasion be it a couples dinner, work discussion or family night out. The tasting element of the menu allows for trying many items,...

Theres not much else to say. Delicious food, great for sharing too. If you are reading this then just go there.

We discovered this hidden gem a few moths ago and have been going back regularly. The atmosphere is laid back and the service extremely friendly and professional. The food is extraordinary,genuinly spanish taste with a twist of sophistication and high end cuisine achived brilliantly. Not...

We had a wonderful evening at 28 Church Row. Food was outstanding, service delightful and all in a lovely, laid back atmosphere. The Quail was oozing with middle eastern flavours, the crispy baby squid just perfect.

Spanish influenced, designed for sharing, but absolutely not traditional tapas! Really interesting and we thought complimentary combinations. We loved every dish. It’s a small but very attractive basement with bar chair eating as well as tables. Don’t take reservations so get in early or prepare...

We had a great evening at Church Row. The restaurant is located in one of Hampstead's most beautiful streets. It serves tasty tapas in the basement of an historical building with half timbered ceilings and plenty of atmosphere. We loved the padron peppers - a...

Tapas with a twist - a gastronomic experience! v Thrilled to have discovered this hidden gem; a relatively new addition to the Hampstead dining scene, lurking discreetly in the basement of a nondescript Georgian terrace house on a residential side street, not far from a...

First time here and super impressed by the food and service. The Gambas al ajillo were the best I've ever had and their croquetas too were first rate. It's just a shame for me i live so far away BUT i will definitely be back!

I like that little hidden gem. We go there quiet often. It is usually very good, but yesterday it hasn't delivered at all. Bruschetta on burnt bread, prawns in garlic butter ( didn't taste anything at all, no garlic , just soaking in oil, no...

Had the most spectacular meal here last night. Best anchovies I’ve ever tasted, best croquettes I’ve ever tasted, best olive oil for dipping, I don’t even like octopus but my friend ordered it and I instantly loved it - the list goes on! The atmosphere...

Had lunch for my Mum’s Birthday here and the service, food and wine were all great and enjoyed by all. Will definitely be back!

Equally as fabulous as the first visit. Food was first class and waiting staff super friendly, efficient and helpful. Would not hesitate to recommend. I will certainly be returning.

My partner and I were desperately looking for a place to celebrate our anniversary, today being Mother’s Day and our having been silly enough not to make a booking. We stumbled upon this place and what a lovely surprise it was! Nice, cosy atmosphere -...

My boyfriend surprised me by taking me for a meal here for our anniversary. I was so impressed. Delicious food and drinks, top class and friendly service (thank you to the Aussie and Greek waitresses!) and a beautiful, cosy setting. I can’t wait to come...

My first time tonight to 28 Church Row was a pleasure from start to finish. A informal business meet up. Perfect lighting, perfect temperature, warm welcome. The food was out of this world, even the olive oil with the fresh sough-dough was just incredible. The...

Great atmosphere very friendly and competent staff. Food was very very good - authentic and plentiful whilst interesting - did not feel rushed and was very cosy and informal could not recommend enough: definitely plan to return

Stumbled across this little place and was delighted. Small dishes if excellent food with a lovely selection of wines from around the world. Nothing is too much to ask and they were very accommodating despite us not booking. There is an open kitchen with stools...

Having lived in Hampstead for the past 58 years I regret not having been to Cellier du Midi before it closed. It has been replaced by a Tapas Restaurant where you cannot book a table, but I would not let that put you off. The...

MUST try Baby squid , ajo blanco & caramelised chill power is super super good. Cozy environment , not talking reservation but totally worth it to be there earlier .

Amazing decor and cosy setting but all the tapas we had were way too oily and went along similar themes of having some oily main on top of some sort of purée. The wine list looked good but we didn’t try it on this occasion.

Food is consistently good, cocktails are consistently lethal and ambience is consistently great. No booking allowed and you always have to get there early in order to secure a table but if you are too late they will take your details and phone you, allowing...

This tapas restaurant so nearly works, it's frustrating it gets the most essential thing wrong. Set below pavement level in the heart of Hampstead's finest Georgian St, Church Row, it's a lively if crowded little place with what looks like a good menu. Beware! The...

Fantastic food , great service, very friendly staff, good cocktails. Went there for dinner in the middle of the week -- sharing plates are great, all the dishes were great, well done and ideal for sharing - had ordered octopus and veal as well -...

brilliant place to eat prices are reasonable and also food is very tasty! gets busy but is vibrant! Will go many times more.

A wonderful lunch with friends sharing great tapas, freshly prepared with wonderful ingredients. Highlights were the wonderfully cooked pork, the grilled octopus, ham croquetas, chicken liver pate. Our waitress was delightful and had so much time for us. We loved the quirky underground restaurant with...