Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Islington, London

t0sh • December 12, 2013Forget Purl, Worship Street, 69 Colebrook etc - is this the best cocktail spot in London. Creative drinks, wonderful service and great prices backed up by excellent live music. A must visit!

Paul K. • June 4, 2015Definitely a great addition to the London ice cream/gelato scene. Don't forget to suggest your own flavour!

Kemi • May 16, 2017Great atmosphere with friendly staff and a range of cocktails to tickle your fancy. Music isn't too loud so perfect for a first date.

Kieran T. • July 28, 2015Lovely bacon and egg roll. Excellent coffee.

Helen E. • February 27, 2010Some of the best eggs royale in London, hands down. Great atmosphre, though it is tiny. A slice of Paris in Highbury.

Y K. • February 15, 2015This small sushi place serves really authentic and fresh nigiri and sashimi. They also have some rolls and donburi but no udon nor katsu. Sushi lovers should check it out. Nice price, too.

Chris M. • June 26, 2016Good staff, beer menu, nice sun facing garden and great food make this a really nice more relaxed pub in the area.

O L. • September 19, 2022Great beers! Always buzzing. Good non alcy option too.

Rosephine F. • November 24, 2014The breakfast and lunch menu is delicious. Great section of drinks from smoothies to cocktails to wines. Cakes are absolutely yummy. The venue itself is well lit, cozy and comfortable.

Nina • June 15, 2016Ottima pizza! You can choose your pizza dough: traditional, wholemeal, gluten-free and with charcoal. I tried the Ortolana wholemeal pizza and the vegan one. Both recommend!

Dimitra K. • October 24, 2019The best spinach pie in my life. Like my moms. The best coffees by Dimelo coffee and large variety of Greek pies. the best breakfast in london . Homemade cakes & brioche.Highly recommended.

Annabell N. • April 10, 2016Lovely spring chicken Sunday lunch. Nice staff and lovely light seating areas.

Diana J. • November 6, 2009The chargrilled brocoli salad with chili is fantastic (healthy). The kahlua cream filled chocolate mini cakes are to die for. (sinful) And the passionfruit cream filled Meringue tarts are cosmic

Lee D. • May 12, 2019Oh my days this is possibly my favourite ever cafe! Delicious food and world class coffee. Super friendly staff. 💯

James B. • October 19, 2012Skip the starters and leave room for an amazing steak and some of the best chips you've ever had! Great service too.

Philippe M. • August 15, 2010Great drinks, excellent service ... Order the Lime Plus+, Dry Martini, Spitfire ... All great, even a simple bloody mary has a different twist well worthy to try!

Ed H. • August 15, 2011Best burritos in London. By far. Great staff too.

Anna S. • February 10Pastries are great. You can go signature or classic. I loved their almond croissant and honey & smoked salt bun

Dave H. • July 15, 2016Although BrewDog always have a fantastic beer selection, don't overlook their great food selection too!

Jim K. • May 5, 2013'The' best Sunday roast I've had in London. Great amount of food for the price and very very tasty! I will be eating here again.

Angelo M. • August 9, 2016Great value and incredible food bustling with flavours. The bread is incredible! My new regular 🤗🌶

Andres S. • July 6, 2016The pizzas are thin and crunchy, definitely great value food and the place is cool and comfortable.

Ioanna L. • June 11, 2017This is a must-go for delicious brunch. It gets too busy on weekends and it can be tough to get a table or even order but once you do, you're going to love it. The fritters are my favourite.

Matt S. • October 31, 2014Monmouth coffee, Neal's Yard cheese, Crosstown/St. John's doughnuts and a great selection of fresh and dried artisan pastas, breads etc. as well as great sandwiches. What's not to love?

純苔 小. • November 18, 2020They now have a mini farmers market and cafe out front. Lovely pastries and very fresh produce!

Carl G. • May 15, 2016Impressive copper tiled ceilings. Excellent range of craft keg beers and real ales. Pizzas are available to eat in or takeaway.

Nick K. • June 1, 2018Great food for very little money. Make sure to try both chicken and lamb. And don't forget the bachlava!

Kevin S. • July 12, 2019Fantastic cozy Japanese cafe. Tasty and inventive bowls with changing menu specials.

Const H. • June 5, 2016A large choice of beers, a sunny courtyard and really good food. Go! Try the halloumi burger or the "brisket fries"

Keif G. • March 11, 2017Comedy! Amazing line ups, great shows, improv, sketch, standup you name it. Famous names occasionally doing works in progress. Friendly staff.