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4.6 (472)

£26 to £40

Steakhouse

Marylebone

After some time off to recharge, Boxcar New Quebec Street is back open with a new look, menu and vibe.

A timeless eating and drinking den with cooking centred around the wood grill. Boxcar’s menu is packed with ingredients sourced daily from suppliers at London’s markets as well as Natoora, Shrub, Henderson Seafood, Walter Rose & Sons and many other likeminded producers.

After an extensive refurbishment diners can expect generous, creative dishes and perfectly paired drinks – served in comfortable, classic surroundings with a redesigned al fresco area ad intimate chefs table.

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Edmond

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

Good simple menu that executed very well. Excellent succinct wine list. Importantly, dog friendly too! Our dog was spoiled by the staffs and customers.

After some time off to recharge, Boxcar New Quebec Street is back open with a new look, menu and vibe.

A timeless eating and drinking den with cooking centred around the wood grill. Boxcar’s menu is packed with ingredients sourced daily from suppliers at London’s markets as well as Natoora, Shrub, Henderson Seafood, Walter Rose & Sons and many other likeminded producers.

After an extensive refurbishment diners can expect generous, creative dishes and perfectly paired drinks – served in comfortable, classic surroundings with a redesigned al fresco area ad intimate chefs table.

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Edmond

Dined on Apr 30, 2025

Good simple menu that executed very well. Excellent succinct wine list. Importantly, dog friendly too! Our dog was spoiled by the staffs and customers.

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Pistachio tiramisu (N)

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Forty Dean Street

4.6 (3940)

£26 to £40

Italian

Soho

Welcome to 40 Dean Street - your cosy, independent Italian haven nestled in the bustling heart of Soho. As a small, family-run restaurant, we pride ourselves on offering an unforgettable dining experience where passion meets palate.

We offer Italian staples and set menu options served in a homely dining room.

Known for warm service and authentic flavours, we’re a favourite for casual dinners, date nights and late-night dining.

If you're looking for great Italian food in Soho, we're one of the best trattorias in the area.

Please note: from 5pm, we welcome guests aged 18 and over to ensure a relaxed evening atmosphere. Families with younger diners are very welcome to join us during lunch or early dinner service.

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RickVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Had a delightful meal with friends at 40 Dean. Intimate environment with great food and service. Was particularly thrilled with their ability to provide gluten-free spaghetti which was among the best I've come across in a restaurant. Great place to go in Soho for a quality, good-value dinner with friendly, engaging service.

Welcome to 40 Dean Street - your cosy, independent Italian haven nestled in the bustling heart of Soho. As a small, family-run restaurant, we pride ourselves on offering an unforgettable dining experience where passion meets palate.

We offer Italian staples and set menu options served in a homely dining room.

Known for warm service and authentic flavours, we’re a favourite for casual dinners, date nights and late-night dining.

If you're looking for great Italian food in Soho, we're one of the best trattorias in the area.

Please note: from 5pm, we welcome guests aged 18 and over to ensure a relaxed evening atmosphere. Families with younger diners are very welcome to join us during lunch or early dinner service.

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RickVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Had a delightful meal with friends at 40 Dean. Intimate environment with great food and service. Was particularly thrilled with their ability to provide gluten-free spaghetti which was among the best I've come across in a restaurant. Great place to go in Soho for a quality, good-value dinner with friendly, engaging service.

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Pistachio tiramisu (N)

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Metro at Apex Grassmarket

4.1 (275)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Old Town

Nestled within Edinburgh's iconic Grassmarket, Metro offers spectacular food and the views to match with an unrivalled vantage point of the historic Edinburgh Castle.

** 'TIS THE SEASON TO JINGLE & MINGLE **
Make this December one to remember with friends, family and loved ones around you at our range of showstopping seasonal events!

From Party Nights, Festive Dining, Christmas Day celebrations and even hire exclusive spaces for more intimate celebrations too.

There’s something for every family, friend group, workplace and beyond.

Get in touch today by calling 0800 049 8302 or experiences@apexhotels.co.uk
For Private Dining and parties of 9 or more guests please call 0800 049 8302 or contact experiences@apexhotels.co.uk

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Nigel

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Fantastic food and service and view ,got our stay in Edinburgh to a fantastic start 😁

Nestled within Edinburgh's iconic Grassmarket, Metro offers spectacular food and the views to match with an unrivalled vantage point of the historic Edinburgh Castle.

** 'TIS THE SEASON TO JINGLE & MINGLE **
Make this December one to remember with friends, family and loved ones around you at our range of showstopping seasonal events!

From Party Nights, Festive Dining, Christmas Day celebrations and even hire exclusive spaces for more intimate celebrations too.

There’s something for every family, friend group, workplace and beyond.

Get in touch today by calling 0800 049 8302 or experiences@apexhotels.co.uk
For Private Dining and parties of 9 or more guests please call 0800 049 8302 or contact experiences@apexhotels.co.uk

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Nigel

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Fantastic food and service and view ,got our stay in Edinburgh to a fantastic start 😁

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4.2 (566)

£26 to £40

Fusion / Eclectic

Manchester

Poised as the neighbourhood’s artistic outpost, guests can enjoy hand crafted cocktails from our mixologists and contemporary British and Mediterranean-influenced food in a relaxed yet stylish setting.

The eclectic menu champions provenance, seasonality, and quality, offering all-day brasserie-style favourites using the freshest ingredients.

Village Brasserie has served guests in the Village for over two decades with Thomas Parkin at the helm for over twenty-three years.

**Please note bookings made online are for dining - bar/terrace tables are operated each day on a walk in basis only**

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Leesa

Dined 4 days ago

The food was tasty and cooked well. The only major let down was the staff. No smiles, no checking if everything was ok, greeted with "you can only have house wine" fine but can we have red white or rose. It was if we were an inconvenience to them to be there.

Poised as the neighbourhood’s artistic outpost, guests can enjoy hand crafted cocktails from our mixologists and contemporary British and Mediterranean-influenced food in a relaxed yet stylish setting.

The eclectic menu champions provenance, seasonality, and quality, offering all-day brasserie-style favourites using the freshest ingredients.

Village Brasserie has served guests in the Village for over two decades with Thomas Parkin at the helm for over twenty-three years.

**Please note bookings made online are for dining - bar/terrace tables are operated each day on a walk in basis only**

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Leesa

Dined 4 days ago

The food was tasty and cooked well. The only major let down was the staff. No smiles, no checking if everything was ok, greeted with "you can only have house wine" fine but can we have red white or rose. It was if we were an inconvenience to them to be there.

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4.7 (1343)

£26 to £40

Peruvian

Shoreditch

Pachamama East focuses on fresh seasonal produce and applies the bold flavours, aromas, textures and spices that make Asian food so utterly tasty. The restaurant offers a unique experience to its sister sites, which have developed a strong following for their vibrant food and ambience, as it is the first to explore the delicious spectrum of Asian flavours that are inherent in Peruvian cuisine.

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Jeff

Dined 5 days ago

Great menu options and food was excellent. Will be back and have already advised others to go.

Pachamama East focuses on fresh seasonal produce and applies the bold flavours, aromas, textures and spices that make Asian food so utterly tasty. The restaurant offers a unique experience to its sister sites, which have developed a strong following for their vibrant food and ambience, as it is the first to explore the delicious spectrum of Asian flavours that are inherent in Peruvian cuisine.

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Jeff

Dined 5 days ago

Great menu options and food was excellent. Will be back and have already advised others to go.

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Patri Hammersmith

4.4 (569)

£26 to £40

Indian

Hammersmith

Patri has several meanings, in Hindi it means Pavement, in Urdu it means Track and in ancient Sanskrit its means a vessel or small furnace. The name took us back to our origins and we decided to use Pavement, Tracks, and Furnace to come up with a street food menu containing all three elements. Our starters are street food classics on pavements in India and Pakistan. Our grills are freshly cooked in the tandoor at over 400 degrees to replicate cooking in a furnace. Our curries are inspired by the railway cooks on train journeys in India.

Founder and Head Cook Puneet Wadhwani, has created a never-before-seen menu bringing to life the snacks and dishes he once ate as a child growing up within a bicycle ride of New Delhi train station.
Experience the depth and aromas of Proper Indian Street Food.
With a small yet cozy outdoor deck enjoy our award-winning food and sip cocktails, medal-winning wines, and craft beer in a leafy village surrounding. Let us take you on a journey.

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Royston

Dined 7 days ago

Always excellent food here. Has an excellent reputation locally and it’s easy to understand why. Top notch.

Patri has several meanings, in Hindi it means Pavement, in Urdu it means Track and in ancient Sanskrit its means a vessel or small furnace. The name took us back to our origins and we decided to use Pavement, Tracks, and Furnace to come up with a street food menu containing all three elements. Our starters are street food classics on pavements in India and Pakistan. Our grills are freshly cooked in the tandoor at over 400 degrees to replicate cooking in a furnace. Our curries are inspired by the railway cooks on train journeys in India.

Founder and Head Cook Puneet Wadhwani, has created a never-before-seen menu bringing to life the snacks and dishes he once ate as a child growing up within a bicycle ride of New Delhi train station.
Experience the depth and aromas of Proper Indian Street Food.
With a small yet cozy outdoor deck enjoy our award-winning food and sip cocktails, medal-winning wines, and craft beer in a leafy village surrounding. Let us take you on a journey.

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Royston

Dined 7 days ago

Always excellent food here. Has an excellent reputation locally and it’s easy to understand why. Top notch.

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West End Cabaret & Dining

Phoenix Arts Club

4.4 (284)

£25 and under

British

Soho

Harper's Bazaar's Best Secret Bar
Time Out's Most Loved Late Night Venue
The Phoenix Arts Club is London's legendary theatrical members club and celebrity hangout, hidden beneath The Phoenix Theatre in London's West End. Non-members by reservation. Showcasing the best of cabaret, comedy and musical theatre with 400+ performances a year. A restored art deco interior with marble staircase, fascinating signed posters, paintings and pictures from decades of theatre. Hidden treasures in every corner, just waiting to be discovered!

CABARET SHOW!
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday: 7.30pm til 9.30pm (arrive for 7pm)
Saturday: Two Shows - Early Show 6pm & Late Show 9pm
Cabaret is charged at £29.50 per person
Age Restriction: 18+

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Scott

Dined on Jul 19, 2023

It was a phenomenal night. Ignore old reviews, they’re definitely out of date. The cabaret was a real showcase of amazingly talented people between singers, a circus act, comedian and burlesque dancers this place has it all. Staff were lovely throughout the night; they sat us down and it’s table service during the show so the cocktails flowed all night. The place turned into a members club after the show but we were allowed to stick around until late. Fabulous place, definitely would recommend.

Harper's Bazaar's Best Secret Bar
Time Out's Most Loved Late Night Venue
The Phoenix Arts Club is London's legendary theatrical members club and celebrity hangout, hidden beneath The Phoenix Theatre in London's West End. Non-members by reservation. Showcasing the best of cabaret, comedy and musical theatre with 400+ performances a year. A restored art deco interior with marble staircase, fascinating signed posters, paintings and pictures from decades of theatre. Hidden treasures in every corner, just waiting to be discovered!

CABARET SHOW!
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Sunday: 7.30pm til 9.30pm (arrive for 7pm)
Saturday: Two Shows - Early Show 6pm & Late Show 9pm
Cabaret is charged at £29.50 per person
Age Restriction: 18+

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Scott

Dined on Jul 19, 2023

It was a phenomenal night. Ignore old reviews, they’re definitely out of date. The cabaret was a real showcase of amazingly talented people between singers, a circus act, comedian and burlesque dancers this place has it all. Staff were lovely throughout the night; they sat us down and it’s table service during the show so the cocktails flowed all night. The place turned into a members club after the show but we were allowed to stick around until late. Fabulous place, definitely would recommend.

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The Lighterman

4.1 (4699)

£26 to £40

British

King's Cross

The Lighterman, a pub, dining room & bar, is open from lunch through to dinner and welcomes you all day on weekends. Our Head Chef has created a modern British menu with European influences. The extensive drinks menu includes draught & bottled beers, craft ales and seasonal cocktails, together with a well-curated and affordable wine list. There is plenty of outdoor seating. The canal-side bar with alfresco terrace overlooks the water, the ground floor has seating directly onto Granary Square and the top floor has its own wraparound terrace, with panoramic views across the square and canal.

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Michael

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

Really good as always, ordered fish and chips and it’s amazing

The Lighterman, a pub, dining room & bar, is open from lunch through to dinner and welcomes you all day on weekends. Our Head Chef has created a modern British menu with European influences. The extensive drinks menu includes draught & bottled beers, craft ales and seasonal cocktails, together with a well-curated and affordable wine list. There is plenty of outdoor seating. The canal-side bar with alfresco terrace overlooks the water, the ground floor has seating directly onto Granary Square and the top floor has its own wraparound terrace, with panoramic views across the square and canal.

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Michael

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

Really good as always, ordered fish and chips and it’s amazing