Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Highbury/Islington

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1. Pavyllon

4.7

Exceptional(299)

Price: Moderate

• French • Mayfair

Booked 26 times today

Pavyllon is a sophisticated yet relaxed spot where you can enjoy innovative French cuisine. It's been described as a 'joyful place where you can leave life at the door', with an ambience that is both luxurious and comfortable. The food is top-notch, with reviews praising the 'amazing' and 'extraordinary' dishes. The service is consistently high-quality, with staff who are both professional and friendly. It's the perfect place for a great night out in London.

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2. WC Wine & Charcuterie Bloomsbury

4.2

Awesome(263)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Holborn

Booked 9 times today

WC Bloomsbury, Clapham's Sister venue continues the legacy of beguiling and bewitching spaces, descending from unassuming entrances on pedestrian level in an Ex Victorian Water Closet. Listed on Historic England’s 'buildings at risk register’ we have preserved and respected the 120 year old space, paying homage to the surrounding area’s rich history, creating a warm and inviting wine, cocktail and charcuterie bar.The venue offers rest and respite from the streets of London, with a considered drinks menu that has something for everyone - be that a glass from the thoughtful and eclectic wine list with over 30 sold by the glass or from a list of 16 signature cocktails.WC Bloomsbury’s food offering has been created to complement the drink selection. Charcuterie and cheese is sacred here: sharing boards & a selection of small plates - perfect for grazing, we have several plant based, gluten/dairy free options to cater for all dietary requirements.We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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3. Millie’s Lounge at The Ned London

4.4

Awesome(2464)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • Bank

Booked 105 times today

A British restaurant and bar, Millie’s Lounge serves classic dishes alongside a selection of English sparkling wines, craft ales and seasonal cocktails.From Monday to Saturday, you can enjoy traditional afternoon tea, set amidst the Grand Banking Hall. Enjoy cakes, scones and a selection of sandwiches with a choice of tea.Please be advised that that Poultry Street is Entry only and Princes Street Exit only. Bookings can't be made for only drinks. Registered guide dogs only are permitted in public areas or restaurant of The Ned. Children are welcome in the restaurant with last booking at 6pm; seated up to 8pm. We will try to accommodate pushchairs where possible but please be aware there may not be space at the table. If you would like to request a highchair or for further information please contact the restaurant directly. Please note The Ned reserves the right to refuse or cancel any reservation either ahead or upon arrival.

4. Blacklock City

4.8

Exceptional(4457)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Bank

Booked 123 times today

Blacklock is a modern version of the Great British chophouse. Set in an old electricity substation on the site of London"s oldest meat market. We take the best meat in the country from the award-winning farmer and butcher Philip Warren in Cornwall. We cook chops simply over our real charcoal grill with a little help from vintage Blacklock irons and serve it all up alongside cocktails that give back and wine on tap in our atmospheric subterranean chop mecca. On Sundays we serve a Roast almost as good as Mum's.We have limited spaces for Walk-ins, so we encourage booking in advance to avoid disappointment during busy times.Monday - FridayBookings & Walk-ins for lunch - 12pm - 3pmBookings & Walk-ins for dinner - 5pm - 10pmSaturday Bookings & Walk-ins all day - 12 - 10.30pmSundayBookings & Walk-ins - 12pm - 5:45pm

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5. Dean Street Townhouse

4.6

Exceptional(4583)

Price: Expensive

• British • Soho

Booked 161 times today

Dean Street Townhouse is all about comfort food, with its menu featuring British favourites for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea. Reviewers rave about its 'excellent food' and 'friendly service,' with one saying it's 'the best bit' in a 'cosy, comfort food' setting. The restaurant's ambience is consistently praised, with its 'lovely atmosphere' and 'warm setting' contributing to its comforting appeal.

6. Zephyr

4.7

Exceptional(588)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Notting Hill

Booked 78 times today

West London melts away as chargrilled meat and fish are drizzled and dressed with modern-mezze flavours amidst a plethora of interpretive feasting dishes.Layered dining promotes a flowing service that gives flavours room to breathe.

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7. Fishworks - Covent Garden

4.4

Awesome(2088)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Covent Garden

Booked 22 times today

FishWorks Covent Garden is an absolute essential for seafood lovers. The restaurant offers a traditional wet fish counter where you can buy fish to take home and cook yourself, or you can select any fish or crustacean with our fishmonger and have it cooked there and then to your liking. This chic stylish restaurant is only minutes away from the bustle of Covent Garden, on Catherine Street. The restaurant offers a fantastic atmosphere for corporate dining and enjoying a pre-theatre meal before hitting the West End. There is also a private areas available to hire on request and a chic oyster bar.

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8. The Ivy City Garden

4.2

Awesome(7793)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Liverpool Street

Booked 226 times today

Located in the historic Bishopsgate Gardens, The Ivy City Garden brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy, West Street to the City of London.

9. Fish!

4.5

Awesome(3660)

Price: Expensive

• Fish • London Bridge

Booked 54 times today

Established in 1999 and proudly celebrating twenty years in Borough Market this year, fish! was the first restaurant of its kind in London. Our concept is simple – providing our customers with the best quality fish, cooked in front of you, in simple and classic ways. Since 1999 our focus has never changed, quality and responsible sourcing is still our main concern…we just look a bit more fancy now! Our central location in Borough Market means that London’s best produce is right on our doorstep. We are proud to say that we source most of our produce from Borough Market itself, and our fish is delivered daily from our very own fishmonger, Jarvis, which is renowned for its extensive range of the freshest fish and seafood. We're also winners at the National Fish & Chip awards too!

10. The Delaunay

4.6

Exceptional(3193)

Price: Expensive

• European • Covent Garden

Booked 10 times today

Encapsulating the architectural elegance and history of Vienna and wider Central-Europe, The Delaunay evokes the spirit of grand café dining, infusing it with a sense of timeless appeal.Located by Covent Garden and in the heart of theatre-land, the menus celebrate European flavours, often spotlighting lesser-known continental dishes. Open early for breakfast, through to lunch and dinner, The Delaunay is open seven days a week. Alongside the restaurant, there is also a bar and counter setting. The Counter offers refined but easy dishes for brief stops or takeaway, whilst the bar is a cossetting and imaginative place for pre-or-post dinner cocktails.If you’re looking to make a booking, please visit the website or call 020 7499 8558.

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New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Although we waited a bit for staff to serve and lead us to the table, the rest of the eating in experience was amazing. They were all very friendly, and the food was good as always.
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Blacklock CityPrice: Moderate• Steak• Bank
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4.8
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Nathan
London •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Great service, food and drinks - highly recommended.
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Dean Street TownhousePrice: Expensive• British• Soho
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4.6
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Sandrine
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had the 6 course Mayfair experience. Sat at the chefs table which was an amazing experience to see them make the food. We had every single course explained to us so we knew what we were eating. Everything tasted good and some things like personally the lamb and the prawn very good. Overall the service was exceptional, the food high quality and tasted good. I wanted to try a Michelin star restaurant for my birthday unfortunately it didn’t live up to my expectations. I still had an amazing time. some of the stuff a la carte looked so good.
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PavyllonPrice: Moderate• French• Mayfair
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4.7
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Justine
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It’s a nice cosy place to go for a drink and nibble!
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WC Wine & Charcuterie BloomsburyPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Holborn
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4.2
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Clare
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Had an amazing experience at Millie's, from the warm welcome we received on arrival, to the waiting staff, everyone was so welcoming helpful and friendly. We had a lovely afternoon tea, with additional tea if we wanted it and they even boxed up the cakes we could not manage as the food was so filling. A beautiful relaxing atmosphere, we were not rushed and would definitely come back again.
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Millie’s Lounge at The Ned LondonPrice: Very Expensive• British• Bank
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4.4

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1. Pavyllon

2. WC Wine & Charcuterie Bloomsbury

3. Millie’s Lounge at The Ned London

4. Blacklock City

5. Dean Street Townhouse

6. Zephyr

7. Fishworks - Covent Garden

8. The Ivy City Garden

9. Fish!

10. The Delaunay

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