David's reviews
Review of Bumblebee Natural Foods
17 Jul 07, 21:13
Spectacular and Yummy 
The natural foods in Bumblebee's are all delicious. Around lunch time (11:00 or so) you can go in and get some warm/hot lunch foods that are made with vegetarians or vegans in mind (or even the health conscious types!). The employees there are always more than willing to assist you with anything you may need to obtain (especially when you're looking for a "hard to find" type of ingredient that they have).
You can find organic snacks (chocolates, cake, pies, biscuits) or even organic hot food (pastas, pizzas, quiche, or soups) at Bumblebee's that you won't even notice that heavily that they're that "organic". Between the "two" (shared properties) shops on the one side of the road - you can either get rices, tofu, nuts, or organic spreads for sandwiches.
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Review of Wagamama
17 Jul 07, 21:22
Easy goings 
Wagamama in Camden Town is alright, the food is superb (though, as mentioned, generic) and the staff is rather warm-hearted. The environment itself can be secluded; only depending on what time you get around to being there. The atmosphere itself is laid back and easy going when it comes down to it; which is one of the more prominent amenities.
The food is healthy and soothing; just be weary of some of the juices as they can be ...overwhelming. If you're keen on Ginger and other herbs and spices that can be intense, they have some great juices and teas. The desserts are pretty savvy as well; can't complain about them, even though very generic though constructed rather well.
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Review of Hare and Tortoise
17 Jul 07, 21:32
Large Portions - Lower Prices
Hare and Tortoise is a rather hot-spot (especially during the lunch hours and evenings) for just about anyone in the area or who's in the mood for some oriental meals. The prices are rather cheap (compared to the equal at Wagamama's) and you get huge portions. It's near impossible to leave the place without having cured that annoying hunger.
The menu itself can be rather interesting to look at - there are many choices to jump into. There is some sushi; but I haven't had any of it personally. I haven't had problems out of any of the stuff I've eaten so far (just a hint - the singaporean rice noodles and the katsu [rice] are awesome). The Singapore Rice Noodles come with beef, chicken, and prawn - all wonderfully seasoned and the egg they mix in it is nearly addictive. I've had one of their plum drinks - it was a little weird since it had an actual plum in the glass; though, on the other hand, it added a more fruity (less alcoholic) taste to it.
If you're ever near the Brunswick Centre and have a hankering for a large lunch/dinner at a lower price than most routine oriental shops - this is the place to pop into.
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Review of Giraffe
17 Jul 07, 21:43
Pretty interesting
I must admit one thing: We (wife, son, and I) only popped in here for desserts. But boy do they do some yummy desserts! My wife had the Rocky Road Sundae. The taste of it that I had was superb. I, myself, ordered the Swiss Chocolate Cheesecake - which had to be one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had. Yes, I know it sounds rather routine (nearly everywhere has cheesecake) - but the chocolate sauce and the swiss chocolate was beyond expectations.
We sat outside, which is always a nice touch (especially in the Brunswick Centre) and had a relaxing dessert. The prices seemed rather reasonable, upon glancing at the menu. Employees were rather nice and helpful - especially with the fact of having a highchair out in the outside sit-down area for our son.
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Review of Tufnell Park Kebabs
17 Jul 07, 21:57
If you want meat 'n chips.. 
This is definitely the place. I've been coming here off and on for the past two years and I've not once had a bad batch from them. They have healthier alternatives as well (vegetarian/vegan); so it's pretty much well for everyone. The chips they have are soft and more like wedges; but I'm definitely not complaining.
The employees there have always been sincere to me and those of my family. From time to time, my son's gotten a free lolipop or other small bits from someone running around doing everything they can. It may take 'becoming a regular' to stir them around - but as far as I know, they aim to get every order accurate.
The kebabs are nice as well, and they will sort through "custom orders" with ease. On top of that, you get to get toppings on your chips and the meat (if you're picky like that). Either way, you're bound to get good service and awesome food.
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Review of Salvino
19 Jul 07, 07:32
Want a piece of Italy?
Salvino's is probably my favourite italian delicatessen in any location I've been (england or otherwise). The staff is very helpful, beyond any doubt - they will suggest the right pesto, sauce, sausages, meats, or anything you need assistance with for your italian dish.
The food is beyond any expectations; from the ciabatta to the homemade pesto they make fresh theirselves. There's an unlimited array of dishes you can create with the goodies you get from Salvino's. My favourite meats from Salvino has to be the roasted ham and one of their mid-range salami. They have a range of sausages that will either spice up the dish or give it a sharp (but delicate) savoury flavour [I suggest the chilli caravale sausages].
As for prices, you may end up dumping a load of money for one dish - but if you're feeling like you need a strong dish for dinner for a few people (pesto and sauces can go a long way), it's not that bad. Sausages are about £2.80 and pestos range from £1.99 to £4.99 (or more if you get the homemade pestos).
Comparing price to quality, it works out anyways. As I've already mentioned, the staff there are all friendly and helpful with anything you need to ask. The food itself is beyond any taste of italy I've had (even from authentic italian restaraunts!).
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Review of McDonalds
19 Jul 07, 07:39
It's McDonald's..
There isn't too much one can really say about McDonald's in a review that people don't already know about. The one on Kentish Town has a playplace, if you want to take your kids there. Though, most people would swerve away from a McDonald's as long as they can - others may find it a cheap deal since there's a keen 99p menu.
The location is kinda of suitable, in regards to the other restaraunts and shops on the kentish town high street. You can just pop in for your kids while you're finishing off something you've grabbed elsewhere if you've wandered to a place they're not too fond of and let them play around in the playground area.
The food is generic, of course. Who hasn't heard of a Big Mac, Quarter Pounder, McFillets and the likes? Regardless, some of the food can be decent for digestion - while others you may want to steer clear of. I've never been too satisfied with their fish-based sandwiches; but I could deal with a double cheesebuger from time to time (which is also on the 99p menu, I believe - might cost £1.19 or so).
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Review of Wasabi
19 Jul 07, 08:52
Sushi? Yes, Sushi!
Wasabi is probably the best sushi place I've been to in regards to price to quantity *and* quality. There are other sushi bars/restaraunts throughout London, sure - but, Wasabi is comparably cheap compared to majority of them. YO! Sushi looks like a 'proper' sushi bar (with the rotating bowls of sushi and other yummies); but the prices seem to be able to rack up faster than any other place I've seen. Wasabi has the same quality of sushi, for far cheaper. Two bits of sushi ranges from about £1.25 to £2.50. I would highly recommend the Wasabi Peas; as they're pretty sweet (but horribly spicy when you're least expecting it).
I haven't had any problems out of the staff; but they're normally busy around the times that I've gone in there anyways. The only problem I have is that they've removed the tables that you could sit down at outdoors (though, I'm sure there's some reasonable explaination for it). If you have a hankering to try out sushi, this is probably the best place to get a feel for it as well.
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Review of Blue Moon Cafe
21 Jul 07, 11:45
Deliciously Diabolical
The biggest problem with the Blue Moon Cafe is that it is actually *too* good. I would recommend their Drunken Noodles or Pad Thai; as both noodle arrangements are amazingly addictive. You can't really go wrong with ordering just about anything on the menu.
I've only got delivery; but the atmosphere doesn't look too bad when you past by it. Seems like it could be a very intimate and sincere place to go for a little get-away from the stresses of work and other problems. Delivery has always been on-time; sometimes even earlier.
Everything I've got from Blue Moon has been spectacular. You can't go wrong with getting a little something for takeaway (or sit down) from here. The delivery staff has been quite sincere; both for time and personal kindness. I would highly recommend this place for friends, families, and just people who have a hankering for Thai food..
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Review of New Mayflower Chinese Restaurant
21 Jul 07, 11:58
Professional and Authentic
As others have mentioned, the food is quite authentic and tasty. The environment can get rather cramped on evenings (weekend evenings, especially); which is to be expected considering it's one of the more popular chinese cruisine restaraunts (plus it's in Soho!).
When I ate there, I ate with a few mates, and my family (wife and son). There were a total of 7 of us that night; but we were actually quite fitted and still had room for ourselves (on a busy evening at that). We ended up getting about a dish each; but everything was beyond what you would get from most other places.
I would suggest some of the more routine things if you want a good evaluation of how much difference there is altogether. I recall getting the lemon chicken and it was probably one of the better ones I've had. There was enough zest; but the chicken was still crispy (even though covered in Lemon sauce). Their noodles are very easy to fall into eating as well.
As Elaine has mentioned, expect to pay anywhere from a tenner to about 14-15 pounds for some dishes. The soups are scrumptious and you can't go wrong in picking one that sounds to your taste (because if you have that feeling - you'll most likely enjoy it).
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