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1. Sticks'n'Sushi - Islington

4.5

Awesome(54)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Angel

Booked 19 times today

Overlooking the beautiful Islington Green, you’ll be welcomed by a spacious and inviting atmosphere with a large open-plan dining room and kitchen, a lounge and bar to relax for a cocktail or two, as well as seating outside to watch the world go by.Serving our signature quality sushi and sticks, along with an extensive drinks menu of cocktails, sake and Japanese teas – there’s something to suit every taste.Near or far, we can’t wait to welcome the fine people of Islington and our lovely neighbours from Hampstead, Belsize Park, and Highgate.

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2. Humble Grape Islington

4.4

Awesome(162)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Islington

We’re an independent wine merchant and tasting event company specialising in boutique, hand-crafted wines from small vineyards. At our bar, shop and events you will get the opportunity to taste highly sought after “small lot” wines, discover the classics and the unusual, learn a thing or two and maybe find a new favourite along the way. Our events are curated and tailored for you but are always governed by the simple philosophy that wine should be fun and approachable.

3. Grillshack

3.6

Very Good(5)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Angel

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Grillshack.We are a family-run steakhouse restaurant and cocktail bar in the heart of Angel, Islington! Indulge in the finest Scottish steaks sourced from a family-run establishment in Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire. We’re a close-knit team with a passion for great food and drink and our menus reflect the fun we’ve had curating top-notch products. Join us for a culinary experience that celebrates quality flavour and memorable moments.

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4. Blacklock Shoreditch

4.8

Exceptional(4177)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Shoreditch

Booked 26 times today

Blacklock Shoreditch is a fun-filled place with its unique setting in an old furniture factory and the highest quality meat from Phillip Warren. The reviews rave about the 'great dining atmosphere', 'delightful staff', 'great vibe', 'friendly and fun service', and the 'stunning vibe' that the place offers. It's a place where you can have a 'great time' and enjoy 'insane food' at 'reasonably priced given the quality'.

5. Bocconcino Soho

4.4

Awesome(864)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Soho

Booked 36 times today

Nestled in the heart of Soho's bustling streets, Bocconcino offers an exquisite blend of traditional Italian gastronomy and contemporary London dining. Our restaurant showcases modern Italian elegance, with interiors featuring warm tones and marble accents. Our menu celebrates Italy's culinary heritage, marking us a standout Italian restaurant in Soho.Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as a top 'Italian Restaurant in London' and nominated for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining.Every Friday and Saturday, and for Saturday brunch, our restaurant with a DJ comes alive. Our ground floor vibrates with energy from live DJs, making Bocconcino the prime choice for a bottomless brunch or fine dining in Soho.

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6. Inamo - Covent Garden

4.1

Excellent(2104)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Covent Garden

Booked 34 times today

inamo fuses unique interactive table technology & pan-Asian dining in stylish surroundings under 90m from Covent Garden station.Touch your table surface to order your meal, & play an array of fantastic arcade games such as 4-player air hockey, pool, space invaders, & archery. Great games like Frogs keep the kids entertained, you can draw on your table top, & there's a host of puzzles to choose from. All have fun together or divide the table into 4 & do your own thing. The experience at inamo is unlike anywhere else in London or beyond.None of this distracts from the high-quality food. Head Chef Stefan Markov presents sharing dishes from across Japan, China, & Thailand. Favourites include our iconic Dragon Roll sushi & a striking Sashimi Platter. Feast on Asian tapas like Szechuan Chicken, Bang Bang Cauliflower, & many more.The award winning Onyx Room is a unique private dining & bar area, with two 65" screens, PS4

7. FKABAM

4.6

Exceptional(68)

Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Highbury/Islington

Booked 3 times today

FKABAM is a place for fun. We take our food seriously, but not ourselves. Tables are close together, and the atmosphere is loud and vibrant. Reservations are available four weeks in advance for parties of 1 to 4 guests. For parties larger than this, please email info@blackaxemangal.comWe keep a few spaces free for walk-ins as first come first served.We serve an A La Carte menu which is published on our Instagram @fkablackaxemangal. Limited numbers of new and old fave dishes will be available to add to your meal each night. We also have options for vegetarian/vegan diners available upon request as well as some Gluten Free options- unfortunately we cannot cater for soy allergies.Please note our cancellation policy and do not ask us to waiver fees if you forget to cancel within the time frame.

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8. Karen’s Diner - London Angel

4.2

Awesome(896)

Price: Moderate

• American • Angel

Booked 10 times today

Karen's is an interactive diner and an absurdly fun experience. At Karen's you will be greeted and waited upon by rude waiters who in return are expecting you to give it full Karen. A place where you can complain until the cows come home because we literally don't care. You can expect good food, good fun and a dining experience like you've never had before. Let us know if it's your birthday, if your name is Karen and for the love of Karen don't ask to speak to the manager....

9. Pavyllon

4.7

Exceptional(304)

Price: Moderate

• French • Mayfair

Booked 29 times today

Pavyllon is a fun place because it's not just a restaurant, it's a culinary theatre. The food is innovative and highly crafted, yet unpretentious. You can watch the chefs at work and even chat with them. Reviews rave about the 'lively atmosphere', 'friendly staff', and the 'incredible value' of the unique dishes. It's a place where you can leave life at the door and enjoy a relaxed yet luxurious experience.

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10. Riding House Fitzrovia

4.4

Awesome(4859)

Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Fitzrovia

Booked 18 times today

The Riding House Café is an all-day, fun and informal neighbourhood brasserie situated amidst Fitzrovia's creative and media community, split across a variety of areas to eat, drink, meet and socialise. A bustling canteen, more formal dining room and a relaxed lounge are all joined together by the large dining bar and open kitchen. The predominantly Modern European menu features a range of small and large plates to suit any time of day. Dishes are wholesome, with an emphasis on fresh, light ingredients.

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Lynn
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food, fantastic service, lovely calm, relaxing dining experience
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Sticks'n'Sushi - IslingtonPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Angel
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4.5
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Kat
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely fantastic on every count. The service, the atmosphere, and importantly, the food. Could not fault it at all. Wanted a great meaty restaurant to take my vegetable hating husband to on his birthday. Someone at work had recommended Blacklock so I booked it. We’ve been to Hawksmoor a few times and loved it, so our expectations were high and it did not disappoint. Staff were amazing from the moment we arrived. Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Attentive to exactly the right level. Food was sensational. We had the Prime Rib (700g) and a bacon chop, plus fries. So good. Deserts were also lovely- bread and butter pudding and 698142 cheese cake both fabulous. We then had a tipple at the bar on the way out. All excellent and very reasonably priced. We will definitely be back.
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Blacklock ShoreditchPrice: Moderate• Steak• Shoreditch
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4.8
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alessioVIP
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a day trip into London and we all really wanted Italian. Seeing that this restaurant made its own pasta was just fantastic so we had to try it! I had the lobster pasta which was really tasty, my daughter had the boar and my husband had the vongole which was also super. We had some nice wine to compliment the dishes. Despite it being incredibly busy the waitress was able to get us seated quite quickly. Service was very friendly - the whole experience was fantastic
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Bocconcino SohoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Soho
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4.4
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TessVIP
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 13, 2024
Love coming here, the food the wine and the service is always top tier. Will be back very soon
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Humble Grape IslingtonPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Islington
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4.4
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Inès
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined on Sep 1, 2024
Music a bit too loud for a restaurant but very cheap and good value.
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GrillshackPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Angel
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3.6

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92 restaurants available nearby

1. Sticks'n'Sushi - Islington

2. Humble Grape Islington

3. Grillshack

4. Blacklock Shoreditch

5. Bocconcino Soho

6. Inamo - Covent Garden

7. FKABAM

8. Karen’s Diner - London Angel

9. Pavyllon

10. Riding House Fitzrovia

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