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1. Sticks'n'Sushi - Islington

4.5

Awesome(54)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Angel

Booked 19 times today

Overlooking the beautiful Islington Green, you’ll be welcomed by a spacious and inviting atmosphere with a large open-plan dining room and kitchen, a lounge and bar to relax for a cocktail or two, as well as seating outside to watch the world go by.Serving our signature quality sushi and sticks, along with an extensive drinks menu of cocktails, sake and Japanese teas – there’s something to suit every taste.Near or far, we can’t wait to welcome the fine people of Islington and our lovely neighbours from Hampstead, Belsize Park, and Highgate.

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2. The Old Queens Head

4.6

Exceptional(370)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Islington

Booked 1 time today

We take online reservations for parties of up to 6 guests for Sunday Roasts. If you'd like to book for a group of 7+ for a roast please email bookings@theoldqueenshead.com.Any other days feel free to walk in anytime, all our tables in the pub work on a first come first serve basis.

3. Frederick's

4.8

Exceptional(3971)

Price: Expensive

• British • Angel

Booked 6 times today

Frederick's is a lively, contemporary British restaurant in Islington. With its modern European food and enviable wine list, it's a local institution. Reviewers praise its 'excellent food', 'great service' and 'lovely atmosphere'. One even describes it as a 'delightful place to enjoy a meal'. The Segal family-run Frederick's is known for its attentive yet unobtrusive service and is often described as a great place to meet with friends and family.

4. Llerena

4.7

Exceptional(486)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Highbury/Islington

Booked 1 time today

Llerena takes its name from a little village in Extremadura, southwest Spain, where four generations of our family has raised Iberian pigs since 1939, producing authentic "Bellota" jamón ibérico, chorizo and other pork delicacies. Our family created a business around the farm called Jamón y Salud to sell our gourmet products and has now brought this exquisite taste of Spain to Islington with the Llerena Ibérico Tapas Bar. Not only can you sample ibérico pork grilled meats and finest jamón, but also creamy Torta del Casar cheese and other traditional Extremadura's delights as well as the best wine from our region.

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5. Humble Grape Islington

4.4

Awesome(162)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Islington

We’re an independent wine merchant and tasting event company specialising in boutique, hand-crafted wines from small vineyards. At our bar, shop and events you will get the opportunity to taste highly sought after “small lot” wines, discover the classics and the unusual, learn a thing or two and maybe find a new favourite along the way. Our events are curated and tailored for you but are always governed by the simple philosophy that wine should be fun and approachable.

6. Mr Lobo

4.8

Exceptional(182)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • Angel

Situated in the heart of Angel Islington, Mr Lobo is an independent Peruvian Restaurant & Cocktail bar offering a variety of sharing plates that showcase the magical and diverse flavour of Peru alongside a focus menu of crafted cocktails. Mr Lobo will offer you with a unique culinary experience, featuring a variety of traditional and modern Peruvian dishes; from Ceviche, Lomo Saltado to Carapulcra. Mr Lobo is also the perfect location for anyone looking to experience the art of cocktails crafting at its finest. From Pisco Sour to our signature cocktail Smoked Mr Lobo a masterpiece in its own right. The vibrant and warmth decor provides the perfect atmosphere to enjoy and share a dish or a drink with friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or simply looking to try something new, Mr LoBo is a must-visit destination.

7. Laki Kane

4.5

Awesome(21)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Islington

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8. Skål Nordic Dining

4.7

Exceptional(184)

Price: Expensive

• Nordic • Islington

Welcome to SKÅL Nordic Dining - the neighbourhood Nordic restaurant located in a Grade II listed building at 149 Upper Street - a well-known address for high quality Scandinavian food and drink. Our restaurant SKÅL, meaning ‘Cheers’ in Swedish, opened on the 2nd of December 2019. We serve traditional Nordic recipes but with a modern, seasonal twist - all underpinned by the term 'husmanskost' meaning traditional home cooked Swedish food. Clean, earthy, minimalist interiors set the tone for our customers dining experience with whitewashed walls, wooden table tops and piles of logs stacked up in front of the open kitchen to fuel the grill. An authentic yet eclectic selection of starters and small plates plus main dishes and sides fill our menu at SKÅL. We aim to tick the box for play-safe Westernised taste buds to the more well-travelled adventurous and advanced palates. Our drinks come in the form of homemade Aquavits, high-quality wines and cocktails with a Nordic twist.

9. Grillshack

3.6

Very Good(5)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Angel

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Grillshack.We are a family-run steakhouse restaurant and cocktail bar in the heart of Angel, Islington! Indulge in the finest Scottish steaks sourced from a family-run establishment in Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire. We’re a close-knit team with a passion for great food and drink and our menus reflect the fun we’ve had curating top-notch products. Join us for a culinary experience that celebrates quality flavour and memorable moments.

10. Sexy Fish London

4.5

Awesome(3046)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Mayfair

Booked 57 times today

Sexy Fish is an Asian restaurant and bar located on the corner of Berkeley Square, Mayfair, serving Japanese-inspired sushi, sashimi, seafood, fish, and meat cooked on a Robata grill.

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Lynn
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food, fantastic service, lovely calm, relaxing dining experience
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Sticks'n'Sushi - IslingtonPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Angel
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4.5
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Saskia
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great roast and great vibes. Had a great roast dinner with friends and then sung my heat out in the karaoke room
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The Old Queens HeadPrice: Moderate• Burgers• Islington
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4.6
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Valerie
London •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a wonderful dinner at Frederick's. The food was great (and having been ripped off at other, pricier establishments, I appreciated having bread and butter included in the price!). What made the evening was the staff. All were friendly, interested and focused on us (no hanging around for dessert, as often happens). The sommelier really made our evening. He asked us what we liked about wine (several questions about the qualities/flavours) and then chose a bottle that suited our tastes, food and price range. He really was excellent. His passion for wine was infectious! Loved the whole experience and will definitely be back.
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Frederick'sPrice: Expensive• British• Angel
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4.8
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Som
London •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great service and food! Friendly waiters and a decent choice of tapas.
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LlerenaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Highbury/Islington
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4.7
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TessVIP
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 Oct 2024
Love coming here, the food the wine and the service is always top tier. Will be back very soon
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Humble Grape IslingtonPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Islington
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4.4

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1. Sticks'n'Sushi - Islington

2. The Old Queens Head

3. Frederick's

4. Llerena

5. Humble Grape Islington

6. Mr Lobo

7. Laki Kane

8. Skål Nordic Dining

9. Grillshack

10. Sexy Fish London

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