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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

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By *yron69Man
over a year ago

Fareham

Get a patty from The Jamaican Patty Company in Covent Garden. Your mouth will love you.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Get a patty from The Jamaican Patty Company in Covent Garden. Your mouth will love you."

Thank you, I'll.check them out.

Any others ?

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By *iamondCougarWoman
over a year ago

Norfuck! / Lincolnshire

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

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Sky garden! Apply for a free ticket to get in

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By *edsmudgeMan
over a year ago

oxford

Come. Out of Paddington turn left there’s a pie shop treacle tart and walnut sliced. ( not big on bars ; all about the tarts though)

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By * Sophie xTV/TS
over a year ago

Derby

Not sure about London but feel free to drop in on your way back

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By *instonandLadyAstorCouple
over a year ago

Not where we seem to be...

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Gordons Bar, Villiers Street. Be prepared to queue.

Sky Garden, Sky Garden Walk. Book ahead. It's free.

No need to thank me.

Winston

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sorry op I just have to some will get it some will not

two number 9s, a number 9 large, a number 6 with extra dip, a number 7, two number 45s, one with cheese, and a large soda

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By *ryandseeMan
over a year ago

Yorkshire

There are just so many good restaurants, usuly the best ones are hidden in little streets and behind the tourist areas. For exapmle in Covent Garden there are lots on the side and back streets. I have not been for a while but check these out on line and see what you think as for most you have to book in advance but are quite central :

10 Greek Street, Temper, Jugemu or Bocca di lupo in Soho

Barafina , Parsons in Covent Garden

Also, Chicama on Kings Road

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well, when you arrive in London, keep going south until you arrive chez moi

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Get a patty from The Jamaican Patty Company in Covent Garden. Your mouth will love you."

This guy knows ball!

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By *2000ManMan
over a year ago

Worthing

Hard Rock Cafe.

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By *otMe66Man
over a year ago

Terra Firma

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Gordons Bar, Villiers Street. Be prepared to queue.

Sky Garden, Sky Garden Walk. Book ahead. It's free.

No need to thank me.

Winston"

Gordons Bar, is a top pick! It is my go to place when I want to chill. Great place, love sitting outside and the cheese selection has seen me through many a tough moment

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By *ou only live onceMan
over a year ago

London

Depending on where you're staying, but #1 recommendation at the moment is Eataly in Broadgate (near Liverpool St) - a mix of Italian food market, bars and restaurants under one roof and a lovely way to spend a couple of hours.

Also love Borough Market for more foodie time!

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

I really liked Borough Market for a wander and a bit of food when I went.

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By *inky Biscuit DunkerMan
over a year ago

Gloucestershire

"I really liked Borough Market for a wander and a bit of food when I went."

Spitafields is good too. Only a short walk to Brick Lane for a bit of eclectic sights, sounds and food as well.

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By *hunky GentMan
over a year ago

Maldon and Peterborough

St. Pancras Station has a couple of nice bars and restaurants.

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

"I really liked Borough Market for a wander and a bit of food when I went."

Another vote for Borough market, bars around waterloo station are lively too. It’s a bit touristy but I love Camden, Covent Garden and Spitalfields too.

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By *itzi999Woman
over a year ago

Slough

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

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100 Wardour Street London - amazing bar, restaurant and live music ….

Sartoria Restaurant on Saville Row (Italian)

Nobu on Park Lane (Japanese)

I rarely make it in time for coffee

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Bookmarking

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

Depends where you are. London is a big place. Are you there for work or be able to travel around ?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Sky garden! Apply for a free ticket to get in "

Thanks DC, I'll do that

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Come. Out of Paddington turn left there’s a pie shop treacle tart and walnut sliced. ( not big on bars ; all about the tarts though)"

Thank you, I'm not a fan of cake

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Not sure about London but feel free to drop in on your way back

About bloody time

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By *eroLondonMan
over a year ago

Covent Garden

I agree with Cougs: Sky Garden. But dress warm - it does get very windy and cold up there. But the cocktail bar is impressive.

It depends from where you're alighting in London. The Mad Hatter's Tea Party is worth checking out: The Sanderson Hotel (Berners Street), or anywhere in Mayfair.

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

A bit out the way but a lovely Italian opposite as you come out of Greenwich station opposite and it has a retail wine section, some really good imports at a good price. Greenwich market is ok too. If you’re that way you can also do a sunset walk over the top of the 02 arena

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"A bit out the way but a lovely Italian opposite as you come out of Greenwich station opposite and it has a retail wine section, some really good imports at a good price. Greenwich market is ok too. If you’re that way you can also do a sunset walk over the top of the 02 arena"

If in Greenwich forgot the other food and go to Goddard's Pie n mash, can't beat it

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

Hello Bella!

Borough Market is wonderful, while you're there definitely check out Monmouth coffee and the amazing toastie place as you enter (can't remember the name of it but it does incredible raclette). Oh and Host Cafe is delightful. Really beautiful interior, good coffee and pastries.

If you visit Covent Garden, Monmouth coffee and Mildreds (I think you're a vegetarian? Might be wrong about that). There's also The Good Egg in Soho and you can never go too wrong with Ottolenghi's amazingness. I'm really hoping you're veggie now.

Hope you have a brilliant time.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Sorry op I just have to some will get it some will not

two number 9s, a number 9 large, a number 6 with extra dip, a number 7, two number 45s, one with cheese, and a large soda

It's from g.t.a

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Sorry op I just have to some will get it some will not

two number 9s, a number 9 large, a number 6 with extra dip, a number 7, two number 45s, one with cheese, and a large soda

It's from g.t.a

Yes it’s big smokes dinner oder op sed big smoke and it instinly reminded me off it so just had to post it ha ha lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Sorry op I just have to some will get it some will not

two number 9s, a number 9 large, a number 6 with extra dip, a number 7, two number 45s, one with cheese, and a large soda

It's from g.t.a

Yes it’s big smokes dinner oder op sed big smoke and it instinly reminded me off it so just had to post it ha ha lol "

I knew I'd heard it before I thought it was a film but the oldest told me it was GTA x

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump"

You're a Ray of sunshine aren't you my love?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"There are just so many good restaurants, usuly the best ones are hidden in little streets and behind the tourist areas. For exapmle in Covent Garden there are lots on the side and back streets. I have not been for a while but check these out on line and see what you think as for most you have to book in advance but are quite central :

10 Greek Street, Temper, Jugemu or Bocca di lupo in Soho

Barafina , Parsons in Covent Garden

Also, Chicama on Kings Road

Thank you, I'll have a look later

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Oh goodness, I couldn't do that walk, I'd probably have a heart attack ! I'll look up the Italian though, thank you!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Gordon Ramsays Heddon Street Kitchen in Piccadilly is fantastic, I ate there last week. Reasonable prices too

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Gordons Bar, Villiers Street. Be prepared to queue.

Sky Garden, Sky Garden Walk. Book ahead. It's free.

No need to thank me.

Winston

Gordons Bar, is a top pick! It is my go to place when I want to chill. Great place, love sitting outside and the cheese selection has seen me through many a tough moment

Cheese you say??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you like jazz, pizza express runs a fantastic jazz bar in London! Yep THAT pizza express

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Gordon Ramsays Heddon Street Kitchen in Piccadilly is fantastic, I ate there last week. Reasonable prices too

That was already on my shortlist ! Thank you

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

100 Wardour Street London - amazing bar, restaurant and live music ….

Sartoria Restaurant on Saville Row (Italian)

Nobu on Park Lane (Japanese)

I rarely make it in time for coffee

Thank you!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Depends where you are. London is a big place. Are you there for work or be able to travel around ?"

No, I won't be working so I'm not limited to what and where I can go

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Hello Bella!

Hope you have a brilliant time.

Ah Meli thank you! I've heard of some of your recommendations already , so they are going on the short list

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You need to go to a little place in soho called Pix Pintos on Bateman street. Great cocktails, brilliant tapas. They also have intimate booths that you can book that are totally private to enjoy your erm cocktails. Maybe I could show you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump"

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By *hoirCouple
over a year ago

Clacton/Bury St. Edmunds

Restaurant wise you won't go wrong at Le Relais de Venise.

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By *hoirCouple
over a year ago

Clacton/Bury St. Edmunds

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump"

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"You need to go to a little place in soho called Pix Pintos on Bateman street. Great cocktails, brilliant tapas. They also have intimate booths that you can book that are totally private to enjoy your erm cocktails. Maybe I could show you

thanks for the offer, I'll keep it in mind

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By *ou only live onceMan
over a year ago

London

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

When a man's tired of London...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By *instonandLadyAstorCouple
over a year ago

Not where we seem to be...

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Gordons Bar, Villiers Street. Be prepared to queue.

Sky Garden, Sky Garden Walk. Book ahead. It's free.

No need to thank me.

Winston

Gordons Bar, is a top pick! It is my go to place when I want to chill. Great place, love sitting outside and the cheese selection has seen me through many a tough moment

Cheese you say??

Cheese, Borough Market, Neals Yard Dairy. Enjoy.

Lady Astor

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'll be in London next month for a few days, and I haven't been there for a while thanks to covid etc.

Does anyone have any recommendations for bars, restaurants,coffee shops etc that are a must go?

Thanks in advance

Gordons Bar, Villiers Street. Be prepared to queue.

Sky Garden, Sky Garden Walk. Book ahead. It's free.

No need to thank me.

Winston

Gordons Bar, is a top pick! It is my go to place when I want to chill. Great place, love sitting outside and the cheese selection has seen me through many a tough moment

Cheese you say??

Cheese, Borough Market, Neals Yard Dairy. Enjoy.

Lady Astor "

Thanks you two !

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime"

So are Barcelona and many other cities, but they’re still awesome places to visit!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime"

Your penis looks like it could get as angry as you, does it ?

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By *instonandLadyAstorCouple
over a year ago

Not where we seem to be...

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime"

And today's award for broad sweeping generalisation goes to the man from Yorkshire.

Where there's absolutely no crime. None. Nada. Nowt.

Winston

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

Coal Drops Yard

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime

So are Barcelona and many other cities, but they’re still awesome places to visit!"

I'd take Barcelona over London anyday better football team too

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime

Your penis looks like it could get as angry as you, does it ? "

Now now dear don't get personal. Lol

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By *kcouple1973Couple
over a year ago

colchester

The ivy Asia near St. Paul’s great for lunch and oh the food

that’s if you like that type of grub x

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

"Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime"

As is all of Yorkshire

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime

And today's award for broad sweeping generalisation goes to the man from Yorkshire.

Where there's absolutely no crime. None. Nada. Nowt.

Winston"

Oxford London's biggest dump

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

"And today's award for broad sweeping generalisation goes to the man from Yorkshire."

Do I win it now?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime

Your penis looks like it could get as angry as you, does it ? "

Lol

If shrek had a cock…

“Gerraht of ma swamp all you cockney fookahs!!”

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By *ryandseeMan
over a year ago

Yorkshire

And I was enjoying the lovely info everyone was providing

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes save your money don't go the place is a dump

I'll bite over this envious piffle.

London has some of the world's

best eateries in it that can't be found elsewhere in the UK. London also has many unique positive features and events.

Lol you keep believing in that it's still a shit hole for crime

Your penis looks like it could get as angry as you, does it ?

Lol

If shrek had a cock…

“Gerraht of ma swamp all you cockney fookahs!!”"

Lol

that was funny

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By *inky-MinxWoman
over a year ago

Grantham

"And I was enjoying the lovely info everyone was providing

Excellent

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By *ryandseeMan
over a year ago

Yorkshire

"And I was enjoying the lovely info everyone was providing

Excellent

I am a lover, not a fighter lol

Seriously though I do like when people talk about places to visit and restaurants, hotels, b&bs. It's nice to get all that info and ideas for future things to do.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

For a curry try Lahore on the Commercial rd in E1.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

You should try that place with the guys in red coats and hats that look like big black toilet brushes.

I bet they do nice pie and mash there.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"And I was enjoying the lovely info everyone was providing

Excellent

I am a lover, not a fighter lol

Seriously though I do like when people talk about places to visit and restaurants, hotels, b&bs. It's nice to get all that info and ideas for future things to do. "

Trip advisor would be better

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By *ryandseeMan
over a year ago

Yorkshire

Thank you, I will bear that in mind

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By *partharmonyCouple
over a year ago

Ruislip

Rules in Maiden Lane, very close to Covent Garden. It's our favourite restaurant. It's the oldest restaurant in London and was frequented by Charles Dickens and others. It has been used in TV programs including Downton Abbey. It's a beautiful place and the food so damn good.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

For variety within easy reach I would say Covent garden or St.Pancras concourse. The Savoy does a nice afternoon tea.

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By *instonandLadyAstorCouple
over a year ago

Not where we seem to be...

"And I was enjoying the lovely info everyone was providing

Same.

I've added loads of places to our list.

Winston

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