Rob's reviews
Review of Monmouth Coffee House
08 Jan 08, 14:32
Coffee as it's meant to be 
Forget your Caffe Nero and Starbucks of this world - Monmouth Coffee is where it's at.
At the Borough Market branch you can get a cup of whatever coffee you desire and buy some to take home as well.
They really know the stuff here, so not only will they help you choose what's right for you, but they'll grind the beans, or leave them as nature intended, and even ask you what you're using them for, because different grinds, affect different methods of coffee-making.
Plus, they have two different types of decaff, made using the Swiss Water method, so no chemicals. Yippee!
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Review of Leon
07 Dec 07, 16:22
Needs time... 
I love Leon. The branch in Carnaby Street is lovely and embodies exactly what this small restaurant chain was trying to do - serve seasonal, organic food at reasonable prices.
The thing is, they're branching out and some of the newer venues are on a far different scale.
The new one behind Tate Modern is a case in point. The try-too-hard decor is in place, as are the friendly menus, but the space is just too big. It feels empty a lot of the time and, sadly, it's in an area that is less likely to attract an evening crowd.
The food is still great and the drinks are lovely. The staff are friendly, as well, but this place needs time to establish itself and a loyal clientele. Good luck!
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Review of Hobbs Barber
20 Nov 07, 14:48
Cosy little barber 
Forgive me for saying this, but a barber is a barber. He cuts hair to order, but there aren't massive variations on the "short back and sides route".
Hobbs is a lovely, cosy little barber nestled in Borough Market. If there's more than 4 of you waiting, anyone else will have to go to the pub.
It's not the cheapest of barbers, but it's far less expensive than some poncey salon in Soho.
And, anyway, most of us blokes don't go to get our hair cut looking for high fashion. We just want a neat trim - and that's just what Hobbs delivers!
1 out of 1 person found this review helpful.
Review of Borough Market
06 Sep 07, 13:10
Still as great as ever
There can't be many Londoners who haven't heard of Borough Market by now.
Open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, it's 'the' place to get fresh, local, organic and wonderfully tasting food. You want it? They've got it...
whether it's top-notch meat, fish, fruit and veg, cheese, bread... I could go on.
Filled with famous names, such as Brindisa and Ginger Pig, but also less well-known, but no worse for that, suppliers, the selection of produce on offer is mind-boggling.
The one downside is how busy it is. If you go on a Saturday, get there as early as you can. The same with Thursdays and Fridays... go there as soon as it opens.
It's bloody great - go there once and you'll want to return again and again
1 out of 1 person found this review helpful.
Review of El Vergel
30 Aug 07, 22:29
Chaotic place, tasty grub
This Argentinian restaurant in a side street near London Bridge is a true delight. You can either eat in, or take away and the South American food on offer is fantastic. You'd be foolish not to go for one of their specials, such as the steak sandwich, which are cooked fresh and taste great. It's loud, noisy and extremely chaotic, but makes for a superb atmosphere, even if you're just picking up a take-out lunchtime sarnie.
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.