Gareth's reviews
Review of The Ottomans
06 Apr 10, 11:39
Gone, But Back Soon 
So this place got a makeover and a new name. It seemed like it was trying to be more of an all-day "cafe" rather than a restaurant.
But it closed as of 29th March 2010. A sign in the window claims it will be re-opening in a month "under The Ottomans name" which is good news :)
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Review of Tomo Pizzeria
17 Mar 10, 15:07
Great Pizza 
It's a small, unassuming restaurant on a fairly unassuming street in North London.
The decor isn't anything to write about (so I won't) but don't let that fool you - the food is easily as good as any other italian restaruant in the area.
The pizzas are way better than anything else on offer as a main course, and they're simply lovely. In particular the crust has all the qualities you'd hope for, and the plentiful fresh mozarella I had on my pizz was super-nom.
Starters are good - I've trid the tricolore and deep-fried squid, both delicious.
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Review of Gabys Deli
09 Sep 09, 12:52
The Lil' Fella - He'll Mend our Watch If You Ask Him
It's true! I went to a nearby jewellers to try and get a new battery for my watch and they directed me to Gaby's Deli. The old geezer has a little workspace downstairs where he mends watches. [incidental story ends] [review begins] The falafel in pitta with chilli sauce & hummus, as previously noted, rocks. All the salads are good too and I've sampled the vegetable fritter in pitta too, which was good, but not a patch on the falafel. They have a handful of tables at the back of the shop so you can sit in, but for most folk it's a takeaway experience. Service is fast and organised and mercifully lacking in small talk. Highly recommended.
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Review of Eat And Two Veg
22 Aug 09, 17:48
This Place Has Closed Down 
Really disappointing :(
It was barely open for what seemed like 6 months. I managed only a couple of trips.
I guess it just wasn't the right venue, it certainly didn't fail on the quality of its food.
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Review of Pick More Daisies
22 Aug 09, 17:44
This Place Closed Down 
yep, it's true - in September 2008 :(
The owners blamed the credit crun.ch
It was 'alright' but the decor had long since gone shabby and you got the feeling that the staff had taken their eye off the ball.
Each trip seemed a little less enjoyable than the last - the law of diminshing returns...
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Review of Hinds Head Hotel
17 Aug 09, 17:06
A Perfect Example of The Traditional Engliish Country Pub
I'd read disappointing reviews of this on another (no longer trusted) site...
.. but that just made the experience of dropping in for an-early pre-wedding-reception dinner even better.
The staff were courtesy and not at all fazed by us dropping in at 6pm on a Saturday and asking for a table for ten.
The selection of ale was plentiful and the food impressive gastro-fare.
Sarah M's review stressed that this places has a lovely atmosphere and I can only concur. It's got the feel of traditional authentic pub with low ceilings and cosy corneres, but it's well-maintained with contemporary touches that are sympathetic to the age and style of the building.
All in all a well-run, well-maintained English country pub. It's obvious that a lot of love goes into running The Hinds Head.
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Review of Selale Restaurant
18 Jul 09, 19:55
Looks Are Deceiving
It might look like your usual grubby kebab shop but the food's a cut above that.
The staff can be surly and monosyllabic but don't take it personally.
The food's good & tasty & authentically Turkish. The mercimek lentil soup is a particular favourite. So much soup AND bread AND olives all for £3? Bargain.
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Review of Jom Makan
18 Jul 09, 19:45
Tasty & Good VFM
I haev no idea what might be authentically Malayasian. I suspect the decor isn't but that the food is.
The decor is simple & clean and retains the period features you'd expect of a buildig in this area of London (it's just off Trafalgar Square).
The main dishes and sides are tasty and generally rice or noodle dishes. The vegetarian options appear to be mainly the existing dishes without the meaty ingredients which seems lacking inspiration a litte, but when things are this tasty it doesn't matter.
The desserts are good too (if you like coconut).
Staff were really friendly too. Nice.
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Review of Yippee Noodle Bar
06 Jul 09, 10:12
Just Good Noodle
One of those unpretentious, down to earth, basic restaurants that just serves good food.
The choices are wide (although maybe not for the non-meat eaters), the service is speedy and unobtrusive and the food is good value for money.
Not the place for a romantic dinner for two but great for a group or as a lunchstop.
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Review of B S Flooring
03 Jul 09, 10:56
sadly shut :(
it doesn't look good. the shutters are down, the signage gone, and a little note for the postman to deliver post to a nearby flat :(
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