Fifi's reviews
Review of Clissold Arms
04 Apr 08, 16:09
God-awful 
Recently re-opened, I can't imagine how bad it must have been before to deserve this makeover. Soulless, reeking of glue and mdf and with a price list that my friends and I thought was an early April fools, I really wouldn't recommend this place to my worst enemy. I paid £4 for a thimble-full of wine which - and I may be wrong - tasted like it had been watered down, and the atmosphere inside the pub was akin to a very small funeral. They had also placed a dining table right next to the ladies' toilet door, which seems excessively unpleasant. Please don't go here. It's cheaper to pop into the Majestic wine warehouse next door, buy a case of wine and drink it on the street outside.
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Review of The Old White Lion
24 Jan 08, 16:54
Sharp left out the tube and....relax 
Conveniently situated right next to the tube (and on the outskirts of Millionaire's Row aka Bishop's Avenue), the OWL is a lovely, mis-matchy pub, spattered with retro art and comfy banquettes, a roaring fire and friendly bar staff. A great outdoor area for smokers that is (usually) heated adds interest - I imagine it's great in the summer. Can't speak too highly of the food - the one time I did eat there it was overcooked with a long wait, and a very grumpy waitress. But not grumpy enough to take this off my no.1 spot for pubs in East Finchley. Oh...and watch out for the eccentric man in pink glasses who talks to himself at the bar. He might have an interesting story to tell...
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Review of Va Pensiero
21 Dec 07, 12:52
Local favourite 
Dominoes, Pizza Hut, KFC...what's this? A small, friendly authentic feeling Italian nestled amongst the fast food giants. The food is excellent - pastas and pizzas are made from fresh, and the service is prompt and always with a smile. It's not terribly cheap - but then, where is- and the house wine leaves a little to be desired, but for a mid-week-can't-be-arsed-to-cook fall back, it's great. Friendly, buzzy and low key- and yummy food.
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Review of Casa Pepe
02 Nov 07, 12:28
Best Hangover Cure Going...
Having had a disappointing fry up experience at 'The Local Cafe' opposite, this cosy Spanish greasy spoon soon restored my faith in the fried breakfast. You can tailor your breakfast to your appetitory needs, including as many hash browns as you want, eggs, beans, sausages/bacon, mushrooms- and chips. All resting on four rounds of toast. The coffee is good, service prompt and even the boys were defeated by the sheer size of their fried offerings. An absolute must on a Sunday morning when you reek of cheap vodka.
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