The Clockhouse in Southwark

I went last night with friends. It was their first time and they both loved it. £45 each for the tasting menu, plus drinks, was the right price. For me though it was my 6th time at Arabica (4th in Borough). Personally I felt it didn’t have the same finesse as previously (I hadn’t been for 18 months). The chicken, pistachio and lemon was always my favourite dish and previously I dreamt about it. This time I found it less attractively presented (there used to be a good arty smudge of the pistachio and a skewer of nicely cooked chicken if I remember rightly). Now though it’s more like a poussin smeared with a thick layer of pistachio and it was too heavy and also bland. The menu never changes - it was exactly as I remembered it. Some people will love this though. And the staff didn’t seem very happy. They seem professional and they get the job done, but I remember there being more warmth and hospitality previously. More smiles; more feeling ‘hosted’.

I organised to have my birthday celebrations with 25 friends at the Old Nuns Head past Saturday, and had the most wonderful (and easy!) experience. Booking the spot for the large group was simple and free, and the staff was super helpful both before and during the evening. On the night the music was excellent (the regular music and when the DJ played!), vibes and the growd were great, bar and security staff friendly, and the night was just so spot on. All my friends raved how great the night was and how we must come back soon for a dance & karaoke. Thank you to the team - we shall be back ❤️‍🔥

They don’t reopen restaurant but took reservations. I made a reservation and have got a confirmation email. I arranged for my friend’s birthday there. Restaurant was closed when we got there. I was so embarrassed.... that was a terrible experience.Luckily Hutong (in the Shard) gave us a table by the window and we had a wonderful lunch. Staff were great there. Thank you Hutong!

Lovely little drop in cafe. Have visited quite a few times, lovely coffee and cakes, also great for a quick lunch

Good food and great venue I really enjoyed their menu but the service was not very good the staff was just uptight and did not make us feel welcome at all