Best London Restaurants within a 5 minute walk of Hampstead Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

Service is great, cocktails & wine are good. The food was surprisingly underwhelming. We'd booked for a late afternoon Sunday Roast, & definitely recommend booking as it was packed! I love the vibe here - such a buzzing energy of groups of friends, couples, families. It's a great place to finish off a walk around Hampstead Heath. We sipped cocktails watching the sun set in the little terraced nook before venturing into the dining area for the roast. For starters, we sampled the beef fat brisket brioche with nduja, which was severely lacking in flavour and disappointly forgettable. The pumpkin velouté was light & flavourful but also lacking in something that made us feel disappointed. We all had the beef for our Sunday roast (asked medium rare) which was somewhat tough. Gravy lacked flavour, Yorkshires were ok, the quintessential roast potatoes were tasty but not crispy in the slightest and parboiled at best. Stand-out was the veg, however, and I don't think we've had a better carrot! The atmosphere, wine, & everything else was what made this is a great afternoon but the roast was nothing to revisit and apart from the carrots, I would not recommend.
Tigershout - a month ago

Very good Fuller's pub about 5 minutes (steep uphill!) walk from Hampstead Underground Station. Three cask beers on handpump when we visited. A few covered seats outside. The pub, which was built in about 1797, is Grade II-listed and is on the Campaign for Real Ale's London Regional Inventory of historic pub interiors. Very busy on the Sunday afternoon we visited, primarily with diners.
John Carr (Corinne and John) - a month ago

Great. A lovely British pub, serving traditional food — all of that in one of the greatest parts of London. The place makes you feel home in a minute, the food gives you even more goose bumps. Simply great, with the fish & chips a proper classic .. comes with a light batter, pea chutney and sauce tartare. And is a must have if you’re visiting Britain. The chicken was a great choice, too. And so were the desserts we enjoyed. Service was super friendly, would recommend it any day.
Roland Trimmel - 3 months ago

Amazing 28oz côte de boeuf in a decent pub! Spacious pub just like fine dining with great beer! Staff are very friendly! A place must visit in Hampstead!
Po Nien Chen - a week ago

We did a mini pub crawl in Hampstead on our last day in London. We've been eating at this pub for the last 10 years and always get an excellent meal. It's also always crowded.
David Striker - 4 months ago

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Really would recommend Sunday Roast at Gaucho - not only for the quality of the food but also the fantastic service from our host Victoria who was polite, super attentive and very professional. Special mention to Chris the manager too who is passionate about service and exceeding customer expectations. We will be back soon !!
Mario Michael - 4 months ago

I really liked my food, and staff were very welcoming. I only deducted one star because the place is too dark, this was hurting my eyes actually. Also, even though I really like that I can see the chefs cooking the food, when I was thereI could see a member of restaurant in sport wear who was making food in the kitchen area for himself and I saw him licking the spoon he used for cooking, this was really off putting.
Asal - 4 months ago

Great Sunday roast experience, choice of a roast plate or a bottomless Sunday roast with extra meat portions on request and a board of sides
Matty - a month ago

Went a few weeks ago. And had the most amazing prime ribeye steak. Expensive but worth it. Service was first class
Mittin Patel - 3 months ago

Food was excellent. Buratta was top. We ordered a bunch of meat, left really satisfied. Cocktails were also great! The manager and staff were friendly and warm!
GEORGE “GBNY” BISBAS - 9 months ago

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Went there this week. Not been to the hampstead location in a while. Did at 1515 movie very quite which was surprising. Had sofa snd armchairs in the down stairs movie room. When you enter head to the bar area to check in. Ordered food which is delivered to your table. We ordered some hot food which did take a while been quite it surprised me this is my only complaint. Staff did apologize and made up for it. My son had the vegan hotdog and loved it. Coffee is great quality and drinks selection. Kids also had the oreo milkshakes which went down a treat. Would I return 100% and staff where excellent to make this choice.
Hcathy Tagmount - 5 months ago

Lovely staff! Delicious food served at your own sofa - while watching your movie! Delicious cafe latte! Small and cozy! I defined recommended! Way better than the usual cinemas and the price is very reasonable!
Gabriela Oprea - 3 weeks ago

Great cinema! So comfy and lovely service. The sundae ice cream was the best
Jesse Lilian - 2 weeks ago

Beautiful cinema with sofa chairs and little tables. You can have table service in the cinema. They have popcorn and other snacks. Their still water comes in beautiful reusable steel bottles that are a wonderful memory of our visit. Ads in the beginning were very long. Half an hour minimum. That was a bit annoying as the movie was also 2:38h long. And the toilet situation is not ideal either as there are only 4 unisex toilet. One was out of order and we had to queue up for it.
Mandy Krahl - 3 months ago

First time here and I was impressed by the comfort of the seats, the quality of the food and the high level of service.
Thom George - 2 months ago

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Mentioned as one of Kate Moses favourite places on social media, we booked out a lunch ( it only lasts for 2-ish hours ). The restaurant is small, yet warm and has an authentic feel. The menu is varied and has lots of options for both veggies and meat eaters ( though veggies beware you could be sat next to some meat at the bar.) The sushi was exquisite, as was the tofu. The chicken katsu was the most succulent and delicious version of the meal we had ever had, and is enough for a return visit on its own.
Santa Bernate - 2 weeks ago

Amazing Japanese restaurant ! I would recommend 100%…it’s very clean, the food is amazing especially the sushi if you are a sushi lover. Feels very authentic and the service is good. Make sure to reserve otherwise it’s difficult to have a walk-in seat
Céline - 4 months ago

Jin Kichi is a gem! Chanced upon it when we were walking around Hampstead and so glad we booked for lunch the following day. It’s such an authentic joint with an extensive menu. Great prices for their lunch sets. We ordered quite a bit. The sashimi was exquisitely presented. The yakitori set lunch hits the spot with the warm rice served. Daughter says the salmon onigiri is one the best she’s had. Staff were very kind and very attentive. Space reminds us of dining in a Tokyo. It’s a special little place.
P T - 3 months ago

A charming Japanese restaurant with a cosy ambiance. This tiny looking restaurant has two sections – one section for sushi/sashimi, another for grills, plus extra seats downstairs. Food quality is top-notch – Mikan Dai (mandarin red snapper) Sashimi blew my mind! I’ve never experienced such Sashimi even in Japan. I loved it so much so that I orderd it twice 😳And the grill dishes were equally amazing. It is on pricey side but for authentic Japanese food lovers, it's a must-visit.
Lufu Design - a month ago

Great Izakaya style Japanese restaurant. Menu is varied, includes sushi, tempura, yakitori, mains. Also has a nice sake selection. Highly recommend the yakitori (grilled skewers).
Mark Chen - 4 months ago

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I've been going to this restaurant for almost 20 years! Last night we went to celebrate my sons 14th birthday and as always the food and the service were first class. It amazes me how consistent this restaurant has been over the years. We loved the fact that they surprised my son with dessert and a very loud rendition of Happy Birthday. Quite simply an excellent Italian restaurant. Special thanks to Allessandro and his father, who always look after us every time we go.
Nicholas Charles - 2 months ago

The service and ambience at Villa Bianca is always excellent. Tonight’s specials were delicious, fresh and inspired. My starter of porcini mushroom bruschetta with truffle sauce was gorgeous, main course halibut so fresh & cooked perfectly. Dessert of apple strudel was divine. Wines too were great. We will return
Sheila Newman - 3 months ago

Open since the early nineteen seventies, Villa Bianca is both an institution of Hampstead and an old school neighbourhood Italian restaurant. While the food is tasty and authentic, the interior (split across two levels and four outdoor tables), service and atmosphere are outdated. While there are six staff looking after the tables, only two of them take orders which makes ordering a challenge at peak times. The prices are on the premium end even for Hampstead and other Italian restaurants in the area. The decor is a mismatch of modern and antique. With that said the food hits the spot. The lobster soup (£12) was perfectly cooked. The whole sea bass (£30) was fresh with a slight lemon sauce. The veal milanese (£29.95) was crispy and tender with a generous portion.
Alain Portmann - 5 months ago

We were here to celebrate our grandson's birthday had a wonderful meal from an extensive menu with so many dishes that it makes it difficult to choose. We will have to keep coming back to try them all. Nice ambience & pleasant friendly staff who sang happy birthday to our grandson. Of special note was the crab linguini & the rack of lamb. I am the only person in our party who drinks & it was nice to find a varied selection of wines by the glass on offer. A big thank you to all staff members for a very enjoyable evening.Michael De Micheli.
Michael De Micheli - 2 weeks ago

One of my favourite places to visit in North London, typical up market Italian with outstanding service. We had a wonderful table outside with the glorious sunshine. The wine list is superb for such a little restaurant. It's just a little walk off the main road. As you can see from the photos the food is superb, amazing flavour profiles that compliment each other perfectly. Then mains we shared the Tomahawk it was rendered to perfection and cooked medium rare. We weren't expecting the additions of frites and roasted vegetables. The live piano finished the experience of for us. We will be back very soon, it was an experience we won't forget.
Adam Forman - 2 years ago

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This restaurant offers a pleasant ambiance, delicious food, and a wide selection of teas, cocktails, and alcoholic drinks. The staff is friendly and accommodating.
MiMi - a month ago

Popped in here for some food after a few drinks nearby. Food was quite nice and service was good. We did not book and popped in on the off chance we could get a table.
Helen McDonagh - 4 months ago

I visited with a friend on a Sunday evening when it was still quiet and the service was very quick. The staff was friendly, our waitress was probably very new and made couple of little mistakes (nothing major, she was probably very nervous on one of her first day) but senior management was there to jump in and help. The food was good and the prices are fair. We had 2 starters, 2 pad Thai, 1/2 roasted duck, dessert, bottle one wine and tea. We enjoyed everything. I was particularly impressed by the kochi dessert, lovely!
Chiara Posocco - a year ago

We attended for our office Christmas meal, there were some mix up with the menu and billing at the end. Christmas setting of our table was lovely everyone enjoyed the Christmas crackers. Staff were friendly. Food was average
Charize Dayao - 7 months ago

This restaurant usually gets really busy so I would definitely recommend you book in advance!! Great menu with a variety of options whether you just want a nibble or are starving! Dim sum starters usually come with 3 pieces - scallop & prawn and the chicken kimchi are the best!! The crispy seabass & miso salmon are also very good for mains but they dont come with a side - you need to order separately - the coconut rice is exceptionally good!! Great cocktails as well (they also do a happy hour). Fast & efficient service & really friendly!! 100% recommend
Sedra Abumoustafa - 10 months ago

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Amazing coffee and Very beautiful looking food, but my dish came at room temperature which is less than ideal. The staff were very nice but also impossible to flag down (it took forever to get anyone’s attention), and they brought my and my partner’s dish 10 minutes apart. Note that i did start eating before him and it was already at room temperature.
Isabella Barreto - a month ago

What a cozy spot! The service was top-notch, and the prices were fair. The desserts were delicious, though the coffee was a bit sour, not the best I've had. Still, I highly recommend a visit for the overall experience.
Tal Shoval - a month ago

Cracking place in Hampstead. We had the Scrambled eggs and bacon on sourdough toast for breakfast and it was absolutely delicious. Their bakery a few yards away had some beautiful looking things in the window too!
Sean O'Neill - a month ago

It's a lovely place for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. The setting is great for meeting friends or just dining alone. Very cosy, very warm feeling. Pretty well staffed as i came on a weekend. It can get very busy during lunch. They have a nice outdoor seating in the case of good weather to enjoy some sun. Love both breakfast, cakes and lunch specials here. The green shake and coffee are nice too. Will be back again!
Catherine C - 7 months ago

I came here on a weekday. A bit of wait. They have coffee with lovely latte art. I have ordered a French toast, it’s just soso.
Abby Ho - 2 weeks ago

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Standard Gail's. Smaller than some. Had some original treats on show that looked like they were worth a try (pistachio, lemon and rose cake). We bought hot cross buns. Staff were kind. Loads of types of bread too, including plant based sourdough.
Sagar Haria - 11 months ago

Perfect location if you are visiting the Royal free hospital. Had a lovely hot chocolate and blueberry muffin, cost was very reasonable for London, staff pleasant, bakery nice and clean.
sarah Bray - 8 months ago

Bought a cinnamon roll for take-away from this branch of Gail’s today. While it was nice and tasty after I’ve heated it up at home, it wouldn’t have been half as nice cold. Any cinnamon roll is delicious, in my opinion, but this one definitely loses to the other ones I’ve tried so far. The price is not cheap either and the granulated sugar coating is superfluous, I think
Kristina Smirnova - a year ago

Baked goods almost always great. However, the almond croissant I ordered once was hard, made me think it was an old one mixed up with the rest. And once the smoked salmon roll was hard too, I had to take it home to microwave... Won't be buying these again. But the coffee is a proper hit or miss, most miss. I don't know how many times I need to ask the staff to make it HOT! I order extra hot, then to be sure I kindly and with a smile (!) remind the barista to make it really hot because many times they didn't get the idea of 'extra hot'. The 'extra hot' coffee comes tepid...and even after kindly asking barista to make it really hot, they still serve it barely hot...(??). I've been very kind and always polite about it and gave them way too many chances. But you know what, I'm done. I won't be having coffee there any more. By the way, staff could at least fake a smile, sometimes. I feel like an enemy entering the shop. I've been spending lots of money recently there but since the staff can't even make a simple order right, thanks but no thanks. Other coffee shops can somehow manage to heat up the milk properly on the first go without being asked 2x!
AA - 5 months ago

Really good for brunch or breakfast. It gets crowded on the weekends and you have to sit outside, I'm a smoker so I don't care, but if the weather is not good... Sucks! Hahahhahaha. Other than that very friendly service and really good coffee and food.
Xavi Sánchez Catalán - 5 years ago

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Its half retail shop and half restaurant with bar tables and takeaway. There are some tables outside too. We ordered. Tofu curry with brown rice (13.5+1.5 for brown rice) and a chirashi bowl (18.8) slices of fish is much smaller than other restaurants and less variety. The taste is average and probably prices are affected by the area. Portions could be bigger. Service charge of 12.5%
Barb T - in the last week

Average quality sushi. It was okay for a takeout but cant say I loved it. The ingredients were fresh, just not that tasty somehow. I liked their miso soup though.
Biset - a year ago

Delicious Donburi served quicky! I was in a rush and had only 30 mins to eat, and the staff was polite and efficient. Good location in the heart of Hampstead and you can grab ice cream for a dessert from the place across the street. The only criticism would be that it’s too small. The seats are not very comfortable and it’s just too tight to fully enjoy anything else than a quick lunch.
Margo Gantner - 4 years ago

I ordered from deliveroo and ordered some sea urchin nigiri, but the sea urchin was not very fresh, it was very slimy and had a bitter after taste which is a sign of going bad. At £8.20 each you would expect it to be fresher.. Overall alright sushi, but very highly priced.
Hugo Peers - 2 years ago

So far the best take away sushi I have had in London. We had our meal made to order and you could tell, quality ingredients that were well put together. Pricey but for a good reason and worth it.
Gordon Pearce - 3 years ago

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I've been to other branches of Itsu several times and this had by far the poorest selection across the board. The sushi in particular was limited to just salmon and vegetarian options. If the prices could make you think you were in a high quality restaurant, the atmosphere, cleanliness of the toilets (no soap) and food quality (which was fine but unspectacular) would soon bring you back down to earth. It wasn't bad, but the food quality and variety should be considerably better for what they charge.
Ed de wolfe - 7 months ago

Great, excellent service and great food, environment very clean friendly staff.
Roger Seganti - a year ago

This is a nice spacious venue. Staff are very friendly, not the cleanest though. Quality of sushi is not what it once was. As a sushi lover I get the impression it's made and then frozen for travel to the restaurant.
Michelle - 6 years ago

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