The best restaurants serving British food in London

The best pub in the world. Tbh I dont even go to arsenal for the match anymore, I just come to be enwrapped within the 4 beautiful walls of the Horatia. Lovely friendly doorman, easy to stay in this pub for a long time. Absolutely filthyyyy Guinness and baby Guinness

Lovely looking pub, supposedly Darwin was a regular here. Kitchen listed on here as open until 5pm in a Sunday which makes sense as Darwin house closes at 4pm. We arrived at 4.10pm to order two Sunday roasts and told the kitchen had closed by a surly barman. Pretty rubbish. Atmosphere was a bit dead inside. One large sports screen on. Drink selection at bar uninspiring. Nice looking garden space and parking available round the rear. Very disappointing visit.

Have been going to this pub for years but stopped as moved away. Recently went there and happy to report that the standards have improved. Avi the coolest landlord looked after us very well. Very cosy pub and the specials was amazing. Will be back soon.

It really pains me to say this, but I’ve just had the worst Sunday roast I have ever had and would not recommend this pub for food to anyone. This is so sad as I have been to the Albert many times and was really looking forward to visiting more often now a good friend has moved in nearby. I hope this review will help improve standards in what is usually a lovely pub and ensure good food standards are maintained as my previous experiences were fine. This afternoon I didn’t want to make a fuss about my food as not to spoil a meal with my friends and partner, but the food was inedible and I had no choice but to send it back. Mistakes happen and I was ready to accept that, but it is sad that no one seemed to care, and this added to my frustration with today’s experience. I ordered the pork belly and when it arrived some of the vegetables (squash) were stone cold and the potatoes barely at room temperature and uncooked on the inside. The plate overall looked great and I didn’t want to say anything as my friends and partner had got their food (sausage and mash), but as I took my second bite I then realised the potato I had just been eating was all black and rotten on the other side and on the inside. It was disgusting so I had no option but to send back to the kitchen. There was not much of an apology, but my plate was taken away swiftly. Sadly, it was only by the time the others at my table had finished their food, that I was brought my replacement roast. This time there was far less vegetables on the plate, although I had previously only eaten half a potato. The potatoes in my new plate looked like they had been reheated quite quickly as they were dark and hard on the outside, but still uncooked on the inside. The pork was also not cooked well with the fat mostly uncooked and inedible. Even the Yorkshire pudding was not cooked properly, so I ended up leaving most of the food. The staff taking my mostly uneaten plate away at the end didn’t seem to notice or care, and there was no apology for the poor prior experience or opportunity for feedback. As I spoke to my partner on the way home he said his sausage and mash were fine, if a little underwhelming. The pub also felt like it could do with a bit more attention in terms of cleanliness, something my partner also noticed. Again, these are things that appear to have changed from our previous visits.

This pub, with its timeless charm and irresistible pints of Young’s Winter Warmer, offers a scene straight out of a murder mystery. Case in point: the four intriguing individuals at the bar. Each man brought a distinct air to the group, as if they’d just stepped out of the pages of a gripping whodunit. The First Man (far left): A picture of either agony or regret, his head buried in his hand as though shielding himself from prying eyes—or perhaps the consequences of his actions. Was he lamenting a misstep, or simply trying to block out the chatter of his companions? His hunched posture and downcast expression suggested a man with a secret weighing heavily on his mind. The Second Man (second from left): The most cheerful of the bunch, his face lit up with a wide grin, as if he’d just cracked the punchline of a joke no one else quite understood. But was his smile genuine, or a mask for something deeper? His puffer jacket and relaxed stance suggested someone who plays it cool—but every group needs a charmer, and charmers often have the sharpest edges. The Third Man (second from right): Dressed in a plaid shirt, he exuded a certain quiet confidence. His piercing gaze and slight smirk hinted at someone who observes everything, speaks selectively, and knows more than he lets on. If there was a mastermind in this group, he was the one pulling the strings, keeping his pint close yet barely touched. The Fourth Man (far right): Standing slightly apart in his denim jacket, he looked every bit the reluctant participant. His eyes were fixed on something—or someone—outside the frame, and his uneasy posture suggested he’d rather be elsewhere. Was he the one with a guilty conscience, or simply the wildcard of the group, privy to details the others hadn’t pieced together yet? Together, the four of them painted a picture that could only be described as “suspiciously convivial.” Their pints of Young’s Winter Warmer sat like props, untouched for just long enough to make one wonder if the beer was secondary to their true purpose here. The pub itself, however, is the real star of the story—a beacon of warmth and hospitality on a cold winter’s day. The patterned tiles, soft lighting, and friendly staff create an atmosphere where anyone can feel at home, even while harbouring secrets. The Winter Warmer lives up to its name, with rich malty notes that linger long after the last sip—perfect for fuelling both conversations and conspiracies. If you’re looking for a pub with fantastic beer, a welcoming vibe, and perhaps a cast of characters to inspire your own mystery, look no further

I visited here as a Japanese tourist. I heard this food is so nice. First, I was overwhelmed by the good selection of local Dalston beers. Eventhough, with this sublime Victorian interior!!! I didn't know what should to order, so I started with the recommended machintosh ales, maybe pale ale. For the second drink, I ordered one that many regular customers were ordering, but it was sold out. And they recommended a similar one, It was also very very nice. I wasn't hungry at that time, so the only dish I ordered was mussels escabeche, but it was also nice mariage with the beers. It was one of my best London pub experiences.

Lovely room and great food thanks

Proudly old fashioned pub in the Leyton backstreets with a good ale range and a lively but never intimidating weekend atmosphere. A beloved institution among Orient fans

The security there is really bad. That's it.

“If you’re a foodie like me, you’ll love this place! The menu has a fantastic selection of dishes, and we loved everything we tried. We only had good comments about the food. I can’t wait to come back again!” The food here is absolutely delicious! Every dish we tried was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection.

Dark inside, a good selection of keg beers the availability of any cask seems to vary but worth an occasional visit. Food was available and I could smell fish but I wasn't hungry.

Great café overlooking the tennis courts within Lincoln’s Inn Fields. The food was delicious and the staff super friendly. Would definitely recommend.

The boss allows himself to call out loud and on loudspeaker right next to us. He doesn't respect customers. The beans are cold, and the sausage tastes very bad. The waitress is welcoming and very kind. Flee this place, poor fools!

The food here is delicious and the young lady serving us was so helpful. My partner is coeliac and whilst the GF options are limited there is still a good choice e.g steak, fish, pork and chicken plus the kitchen were very accommodating….. not to mention the duck goats cheese starter was tasty! All in all this place is well worth the money and still decent food if you are Gluten free too!

It was fine, though at almost £60 for two people to have fish, chips, curry sauce and a glass of wine I’d have expected better. The batter and curry sauce were good, and a good gluten free selection for my coeliac partner. The fish wasn’t super fresh, the chips were undercooked and the wine was a little ropey.