The best restaurants serving British food in London

Pret A Manger at London City Airport: A Disappointing Pit Stop 🚫🍽️ If you’re passing through London City Airport, save yourself the trouble and avoid Pret A Manger. What should be a quick and convenient bite turns out to be anything but. 😩 The tables are left dirty and cluttered with trays, making the place feel chaotic and uninviting—hardly what you expect from an airport café. 🧹 The seating area is cramped, with spaces so tight it’s difficult to move around comfortably, especially with luggage in tow. 🧳🚶‍♂️ It wasn’t until after we had started eating that an employee finally came to clear the tables, but by then, the experience was already soured. 😒 As for the sandwiches, once known for their freshness and flavor, they’re now a sad reflection of profit-driven cost-cutting. 🥪 What used to be generous, tasty portions with quality ingredients has turned into bland, uninspired creations that lack any trace of the care they once had. It’s clear that Pret A Manger has lost its way, prioritizing margin over customer satisfaction. 💸 Thankfully, there’s more choice at the gate, where you’re likely to find better quality and service. 👍 If you’re looking for a satisfying meal at London City Airport, skip Pret A Manger and explore other options that won’t leave you disappointed. Your time—and taste buds—deserve better. ✈️👎

Not bad,not the best but definitely not the worst.

I bought some pastries to take home for my children. They looked amazing but were rock hard, dry and tasteless. I had to bin the lot. Sadly I think the window display is all looks but not fresh food.

Having bought Hunter Davies book, “ London Parks” I decided to visit this hidden gem park. The temperature was quite cool so was pleased to find the cafe to warm up and have a delicious coffee and cinnamon bun. Worth a visit as very historic with a nice lake and alms houses that are really pretty ❤️

Fantastic experience and atmosphere. The team were friendly and accommodating and did a good job of serving in a timely manner. One downside was a request for swap from rice to salad and plantain with the vegan meal was missed but that aside greet service. Drinks were enjoyable and the portions generous. As a large family of Jamaican/British and African American heritage we thoroughly enjoyed the meals. Thanks to serving staff; Indiana, Nyemar, Ayaje, Mimi, Elia and management Paul.

dreadfull. stale buns incorrect order chewy chicken burger old salad in yhe burgers. never ordering here again.

Had an outstanding mixed meat on chips. Very generous portion sizes, tasty lamb and chicken and crispy chips. Would highly recommend and I will be back! Also thank you to the friendly fellas running the cutter!

I bought overpriced wings, then told I can’t complain as my son had already eat 2’pieces, server argued and then cursed in front of my 8 year old son. Horrified and almost in tears, the server who was struggling to put sentences together, Aggressive and he demanded payment. Disgraced and bullied, I paid and left

We had our joint 50th celebration upstairs at The Bull. Had the whole top floor, two great bar staff, amazing food (everyone commented on how good the food was), they allowed us to take all the tables out so we could dance, provided a great sound system for our playlist, and curated a drinks menu for us, and managed the tab carefully and kindly with us all through the night. We brought in an independent photo booth, which was no problem. The night was a massive success. Special mention goes to Nick, Lucas and Nick. Thank you so much. You made our 50th a night to remember in all the best ways!

We had the pleasure of being served by Maggie on both of our visits, and she made us feel incredibly welcome each time. Her excellent customer service, warm approach, and attention to detail turned this restaurant into our new favorite spot! Maggie demonstrated great knowledge and understanding of my food allergy, which put me at ease. We also loved their frozen drinks—a perfect treat! Highly recommended!

Been many times. Great food,good value too! Lots of plant based options. Atmosphere great. Lots of space. Will go back more!

I enjoyed lunch here. What I loved most about the whole experience was the fact that it was quiet with no music. Good service

Was a great service food is Amat and fast our server Abhi was great and helpful

One of my favourite spoons. Service is friendly & really quick here. Breakfast is great.

Started off great - table was reserved as booked. After an hour or so, I decided to order a lager and pint of Guinness (this was about half 6/7pm) on the app. After 14mins, still no drink. So went to the bar where the tender apologized and poured my drink. The Guinness ran out half way through, so I pointed to the nearest lager to replace it, and was told 'its a pound dearer, so I will have to charge you' - I asked if this was a joke, he said no, its policy. I then asked what lager is cheaper than a Guinness, and was offered an Amstel, which I accepted. I then had to ask for my refund of the difference - obviously not policy? Really bad customer service - not sure if this was a the staff or Greene King's guidelines. The food was average - starters were small in portion. Would not go again.