The Happenstance - (Near City of London, london)

hare super Stopped by CORD on Fleet Street for a weekday lunch and honestly didn’t expect it to be this busy — or this good. I always assumed people around here would just grab a quick sandwich, but the dining room was full of City workers actually taking their time and enjoying a proper meal. The space is beautifully designed. You walk in through a casual café area, then further inside it opens up into a calm, elegant dining room. The open kitchen is a great touch — you can see everything happening, which makes the whole experience feel very transparent and relaxed. Food-wise, everything we ordered was spot on. The A5 Wagyu and bluefin tuna starters were delicate and full of flavour. For mains, the BBQ monkfish was perfectly cooked and the Highland venison en croûte was rich and comforting without being heavy. The peanut soufflé to finish was light, warm and absolutely worth the wait. It’s rare to find a restaurant of this level right in the middle of the City. If you work nearby and want to slow down for once — whether for a long lunch, a business meal or a quiet date — CORD is well worth a visit.

Matt Weston Went here for a work lunch. It was superb. The people were awesome and the pizza was delicious. And the vibes were great, with a warm casual sociability.

Desiree Jagt Lovely place. A very big wine card. I just went for a tea and a delicious apple crumble after a long walk. But the venue was so nice. Also nice service.

MDH Enjoyed our late lunch experience here. The pub is in the legal district in London, and it more felt like people working nearby are coming for lunch, not tourists. The pub is really old and has a history. The staff were very friendly and recommended us to try the duck and fish n chips, both were great and good portions. It was pretty quiet during the afternoon, music wasn’t too loud, neither were people :)

Florentina Shagoni I went to The listing recently for a work drinks night, and honestly, it ended up being so good that I had to go back again the very next week. The place had such a nice vibe—chilled out, but still buzzing enough for a fun evening with the team. But lets talk about the food. WOW. I wasn’t expecting to be this impressed! Everything we had was absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. From the chicken & waffles to the truffle fries, every bite was so tasty. And even the toilets were great! They were clean, stylish, and had a really nice vibe. It’s the little details like that which make a big difference.

Gerry Murray The pub is hidden away but worth the effort. Great view over the Thames. Had it been warmer I would have tried the balcony. Didnt eat there so no rating for food. The menu however looked very tempting.