Amersham Arms - (Near , South East)

Lela Absolutely incredible experience at Shah Abbas in North Finchley. I went with a group of friends and we were blown away from the moment we walked in. The service was unbelievably quick, and we were immediately treated to complimentary salad and soup - such a generous touch that set the tone for the whole meal. Every single dish was top-tier. You could taste the freshness in everything, from the meats to the sides. Nothing felt rushed or pre-made; it was all cooked perfectly and packed with flavour. For the quality you get, the value for money is genuinely impressive. Huge shoutout to the owner Feridon, who personally came over to check on us. He was friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about his work. That level of hospitality is rare and made the entire experience even better. If you want amazing food, fast service, great value, and a warm atmosphere, Shah Abbas is a must-visit. Can’t recommend it enough!

Carl Osborne Great contemporary styled bar with light snacks.

The Haworths I met friends for a light lunch and catch up. Everyone’s food was a hit. The service was really friendly and efficient. We were made to feel welcome and it wasn’t an issue when one of our party arrived a little late (she’d driven all the way from Hastings and said it was worth the drive!)

T A Really lovely place for a curry. Lamb chops were amazing and tender. Curries were packed with flavour and spicy. Highly recommend any of the naans they offer too. Would definitely recommend anyone to come here as the prices were also very reasonable too.

Tailorm We came for my daughter’s 16th and the team couldn’t have been more thoughtful. The personalised menu, signed card and surprise dessert were lovely touches — but a special mention to Chloe, the sous chef, who spent time chatting with my daughter, showed her how dishes are plated, shared baking tips and even gifted her a loaf of their incredible sourdough. Outstanding hospitality. The food was outstanding: the snacks were clever and full of contrast, the sourdough had remarkable depth and crunch, the crab ravioli was beautifully delicate yet rich with flavour, and the venison main was cooked perfectly with great balance on the plate. The bread and butter pudding closed the meal on a comforting, refined note. A faultless experience — highly recommend.

Doug Neilson Old corner pub with rather spartan interior. Nice, fairly short, menu of starters, mains and puddings. Very good service. Small portions and rather expensive for what you get, but a good visit for us.