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Islington Tamasin Day-Lewis on Ottolenghi (The Telegraph)Ottolenghi reviews
No toilets... never mind, it's a small place maybe. But they had no ice either... maybe they have no space for that too? Overall experience was okay, but food wasn't that great.
by popcornstories (3 reviews), 01 Apr 2008Whoever thought that transparent loo doors was a good idea got it very wrong. It puts me off. Everything else was excellent... just change the doors please!
by flaflaflower, 05 Jan 2008Came across this restaurant by accident. What a find. The display of food just inside the door was out of this world - who in their right mind could walk away? The food was exceptional - tasty, fresh, exactly the right sized portions and looked beautiful. Will be returning on my next visit to London.
by Linda S, 08 Nov 2007We went for afternoon tea but I had salad and a cake and it was lovely. I do agree the service was rather abrupt and this is a down side. The food was great and the place is very quirky. I have been to the one in Islington before and had fantastic service.
by Tanya_selina, 29 Jul 2007I disagree with the previous comment. The service is fine and there is NO SERVICE CHARGE.
by Anonymous, 18 Sep 2006The only reason that Ottolenghi is not Great (5) is the service. The ambiance and the food is excellent. The service on the four occasions I have eaten there has been rude and condescending. If this bothers you then I recommend you make a visit and take-away (particularly the cakes). The food is worth the appalling service but once they start adding the service-charge to the bill I will probably stay away from the restaurant part.
by Anonymous, 06 Apr 2006Delicious snacks to take away. And so much healthier than most 'prepared' food. However, it's not cheap and there's hardly any space so it's not much use as a cafe. The Ottolenghi in Islington has much more space, is open in the evening and serves the same lovely dishes.
by wabbit (14 reviews), 16 Jun 2005Amazing food! Takeaway only really, as there is a communal table stuffed at the back that is always full at lunch time. Everything is good!
by ems "top london reviewer" (23 reviews), 24 May 2005Wonderful food, go early for brunch and great for people watching. Booking essential!
by Anonymous, 21 Mar 2005The food is simply delicious. Rather busy on the weekends, so almost impossible to get a seat. Definitely try their cakes and sweets, they are amazing.
by Clysgrl (12 reviews), 16 Feb 2005The chocolate flourless bundt cakes were the best I have ever tasted. Amazing place but a bit pricey.
by Anonymous, 06 Nov 2004This Ottolenghi is the original and it immediately became my favourite cafe in London when it opened. There's hardly any seating space and it doesn't stay open as late as the one on Upper Street, but if you live anywhere near you need to try a take-away snack from here - imaginative, healthy and delicious food.
by crimson "top london reviewer" (34 reviews), 28 Sep 2004They have indeed opened in Islington, on Upper St. Really nice place and pretty good food.
by Anonymous, 25 Jul 2004Splendid in every way. I hear that they have also opened up in Islington now.
by Anonymous, 23 Jul 2004Have we missed a great delicatessen in London? Let us know.
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