City Cafe 2 - (Near Tower Hamlets, South East)

Christopher Welch I worked with Ann-Marie to book our wedding suite as well as to create a block for friends and family. Ann-Marie explained that they dont standardly offer blocks, but she did go above and beyond in every regard to assist with my friends booking several rooms around us at a discount due to the amount of inquiries they received. We also invited many friends and family to join us for Sunday Roast, Ann-Marie again went above and beyond to offer the immediate parents/family a snug and the rest of the folks staying at the hotel they allowed to post up 15 minutes early in the patio to reserve a spot as the dining room had already been booked. Communication was excellent over email, allowing for my wife and I to organize much of this well in advance as well as to pivot and make important changes up to the day. Service in the pub at in the hotel were excellent. All of my friends and family were very happy. Ann-Marie made sure to get my wife back a favorite earring that got lost on the floor. The pub itself is truly beautiful, the rooms are wonderful (highly recommend the Armstrong suite--great for getting ready, relaxing, hosting), my wife who owns an events company says their Sunday Roast is excellent (tough critic), friends and family enjoyed themselves inside as well as in the surrounding neighborhood without a hitch (and they can sometimes be known to stay up late), and we could not be happier overall. We owe our thanks to Ann-Marie and the staff at Half Moon Herne hill for treating us so well. It will always stay a special place to my wife and I.

Daisley Jessica Wow, what a FANTASTIC cafe!! The best banana bread Ive ever head! Im usually so disappointed when I order banana bread, because only 1 in 10 banana breads have chocolate chips in them, and today I was blessed by the choco chip banana bread gods!! And its vegan, even better! Super tasty, and the matcha latte was nice and strong and such a beautiful bright colour. The service was so friendly, and theres a nice quiet seating area downstairs (perfect for reading your book). Ill definitely be back!! :)

A R I ordered the mixed grill during my visit, and the whole experience turned out far better than I expected. The meal started with the chicken boneless grill, which was cooked with real care. It was soft, juicy, and had a nice balance of seasoning that made each bite worth it. Chicken often ends up dry or bland in many places, but here it tasted tender, full of flavour, and clearly freshly prepared. The cheese chips were simple but surprisingly satisfying. The chips were crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, and the melted cheese on top was just the right amount. It did not feel heavy, and it was the kind of side you keep reaching for without thinking. The lamb shawarma became another highlight of the meal. It had a rich warm flavour without being oily or overpowering. The seasoning was spot on, and the meat tasted fresh and well marinated. I also have to mention the Adana kebab because it was absolutely extraordinary. It had a depth of flavour that stood out from everything else and made the whole meal even more memorable. Overall, the food felt thoughtfully prepared and very satisfying. The portions were generous, everything arrived warm, and you could taste the care in each item. I would happily return and recommend this place to anyone who enjoys good quality grilled food.

Alison Taffs Very cosy and friendly small independent bar and cafe. I’ve been here twice: recently enjoyed a delicious breakfast- excellent quality butchers sausages, coffee very good too. They have an interesting and well chosen range of drinks, including local beers. Popular with families and good for local take aways too. A nice place to stop When you are in the area.

Hugo Costa Very nice restaurant. Hostess Ina was very nice and welcoming and I did not have to wait to be served.

Mario Baldini I recently tried Bread Street Kitchen by Gordon Ramsay in Stratford, and I was truly impressed. The service is impeccable, with professional, attentive, and friendly staff. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, perfect for both a relaxing dinner and a special evening. I’m honestly surprised there isn’t a queue at the entrance..because it definitely deserves one! ✨ (thank you Vanessa for the wonderful recommendations).