Hammer & Tongs

Name: Hammer & Tongs
Address: 171 Farringdon Road, London, United Kingdom, EC1R 3AL
Telephone: 020 3774 2884
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

4.4

158 Reviews

£26 to £40

Meat

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Celebrating the traditional South African braai, Hammer & Tongs specialises in generous portions of succulent meats. Juicy steaks and ribs are marinated in herbs and spices, and served alongside a diverse exclusively South African wine list, signature cocktails and craft beers in a warm, inviting setting.

The Hammer & Tongs menu is centred around the traditional South African barbecue, known as a braai. Imported Sekelbos wood from Namibia is used to smoke the beef, pork, chicken and fish dishes, with delicacies including spiced pork belly skewers with apple and cider compote, and boerewors beef sausage served with homemade chutneys. The restaurant also bakes its own beer bread, and features a selection of gourmet salads for non meat eaters.

For pudding there are exotic sweet treats like chilli grilled pineapple with ginger ice cream and toasted coconut, while the bar mixes up all kinds of signature cocktails.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Meat, Barbecue, Southern African
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed 12:00–22:30 Thu–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–16:00
Phone number
020 3774 2884
Website
http://www.hammertongs.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Rodrigo Navarro
Catering
We cater for small, medium & large events! Canapes to feasts, get in touch!

Location
171 Farringdon Road, London, EC1R 3AL
Area
Farringdon
Cross Street
Rosebery Avenue
Parking details
NCP just across the road
Public transit
10 minute walk from Farringdon Underground Station & King's Cross Underground & National Railway Station
Entertainment
n/a
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

2016 Bonfire Hill, Extreme Vineyards Red, Western Cape, Shiraz, Grenache, Malbec, Touriga Nacional (Soft & Fruity)
Aromas of red summer fruits and spring fynbos flowers. Raspberries, blackberries, ripe plum and a hint of spice on the palate
- 175ml£8.00
- Carafe (500ml)£22.50
- Bottle£33.50
2016 Raats Dolomite, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Franc (Soft & Fruity)
Mulberries and a plummy fruitiness. Dark berry fruit and a touch of herb linger the palate. It is elegant and extremely moreish.
- 175ml£8.50
- Carafe (500ml)£23.50
- Bottle£35.00
2018 Felicité, Newton Johnson, Hemel-en-Aarde, Pinot Noir (Light & Elegant)
Bright raspberry and plum, and heady/earthy notes, generous palate, round with chewy tannins and juicy finish
- 175ml£7.75
- Carafe (500ml)£21.75
- Bottle£32.50
2017 Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Pinotage (Light & Elegant)
Fresh berry notes are complimented by sweet spice and a well balanced palate
- 175ml£9.50
- Carafe (500ml)£26.00
- Bottle£39.00
2016 Limited Release, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Mourvèdre (Medium Bodied & Structured)
A perfumed and inviting nose of wild sage complemented by upfront blackberry fruit and finishing on a spicy, peppery note
- 175ml£8.00
- Carafe (500ml)£22.25
- Bottle£33.25
2015 Trizanne Signature Wines, Swartland, Syrah (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Red and black fruits on the nose with a touch of black olive. That continues on the harmonious and well-weighted palate
- 175ml£10.00
- Carafe (500ml)£27.50
- Bottle£41.00
2011 One Man Band, Iona, Elgin, Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Viognier (Full & Complex)
Cassis fruit, with exotic spice and red fruit notes. The palate is seamless, with elegant fine grained tannins
- 175ml£10.75
- Carafe (500ml)£30.00
- Bottle£44.75

Red Coravin by the Glass

2015 Fram, Western Cape, Pinotage (Soft & Fruity)
Aromas of dark fruit and dry fynbos. Bigger tannin than most Pinotages, yet still friendly and round at the same time
- 75ml£5.50
2017 Lismore, Cape South Coast, Syrah (Soft & Fruity)
Dense and smoky black olives, beautifully concentrated with lovely finesse and elegance. The epitome of fine Syrah
- 75ml£6.00
2015 Thelema, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Full & Complex)
Complex and stylish, with aromas of ripe blackcurrant and dark chocolate
- 75ml£5.00

White by the Glass

2017 Bonfire Hill, Extreme Vineyards, Western Cape, VV, Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne (Fresh & Fruity)
Aromas of citrus and peach and a palate of moreish, juicy stone fruit
- 175ml£8.00
- Carafe (500ml)£22.50
- Bottle£33.50
2017 Thelema, Stellenbosch, Sauvignon Blanc (Fresh & Fruity)
Unwooded and well-balanced, with fresh melon and grapefruit flavours, and a full zesty palate
- 175ml£9.50
- Carafe (500ml)£26.50
- Bottle£39.50
2017 Fram, Robertson, Chardonnay (Medium & Mineral)
White stone fruit and fresh yellow citrus is backed by a seamless but lively crispness
- 175ml£8.75
- Carafe (500ml)£24.00
- Bottle£36.00
2018 Iona, Elgin VV Sauvignon Blanc (Medium & Mineral)
Fragrance of white grapefruit, tropical fruit and ripe gooseberry. Palate of green apples and lime marmalade
- 175ml£9.75
- Carafe (500ml)£27.00
- Bottle£40.50
2017 Reserve, Ken Forrester Wines, Stellenbosch, Chenin Blanc (Full & Complex)
Full bodied, complex and mineral, with rounded subtle oak notes and a hint of honey. Long, lingering finish
- 175ml£9.50
- Carafe (500ml)£26.00
- Bottle£39.00
2016 Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Grenache Blanc (Full & Complex)
Delicious notes of stone fruits, lime blossom and green herbal notes with a hint of salinity on the finish
- 175ml£10.00
- Carafe (500ml)£27.75
- Bottle£41.50

Sparkling by the Glass

Graham Beck NV Brut, Robertson, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Limey fresh fruit on the nose, and rich creamy complexity on the palate
- 125ml£5.50
- Bottle£32.00

Rosé by the Glass

2017 Groot Constantia, Constantia, Blanc de Noir
A delicate pale salmon colour with a spicy flavour of strawberry and cranberry fruit through to a fresh and leafy finish
- 175ml£7.00
- Bottle£31.00

White Coravin by the Glass

2016 Trizanne Signature Wines Elim, Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon (Medium & Mineral)
Aromas of lime, fresh pear, winter melon, hazelnuts and a touch of herbs continues with flavours of fruit, spice and minerality
- 75ml£5.00
2016 Lismore, Estate Reserve, Greyton, Chardonnay (Medium & Mineral)
Citrus aromas and soft fruits layered with honeysuckle and vanilla, beautifully balanced with a crisp and distinct minerality
- 75ml£5.00
2017 Tamboerskloof, Stellenbosch, Viognier (Full & Complex)
Major jasmine and frangipani notes, delicately interlacing kiwi and pear on the nose. The palate is rich with apricot and quince tones
- 75ml£4.50

Red

Shiraz Blend

2017 Forge Mill, Western Cape, Shiraz-Cinsaut (Soft & Fruity)
An array of ripe berries that follows through onto a juicy, well structured palate with a smooth finish
- Bottle£23.00
2016 Bonfire Hill, Extreme Vineyards Red, Western Cape, Shiraz, Grenache, Malbec, Touriga Nacional (Soft & Fruity)
Aromas of red summer fruits and spring fynbos flowers. Raspberries, blackberries, ripe plum and a hint of spice on the palate
- Bottle£33.50
2016 The Pepper Pot, Stellenbosch, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Tannat, Grenache (Light & Elegant)
These Rhone varietals create a bouquet of crushed black pepper, dark mulberry and mixed berry coulis
- Bottle£30.00
2014 The Renegade, Ken Forrester Wines, Stellenbosch, Shiraz-Grenache (Light & Elegant)
Hint of Grenache's earthy rustic charm and Shiraz's noble spice with hints of nutmeg and salty black olive on the finish
- Bottle£41.50
2011 One Man Band, Iona, Elgin, Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Viognier (Full & Complex)
Cassis fruit, with exotic spice and red fruit notes. The palate is seamless, with elegant fine grained tannins
- Bottle£44.75
2016 Saboteur Red, Luddite, Stellenbosch, Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Cabernet Sauvignon (Full & Complex)
Red and black fruit, pepper and spice, liquorice, black olive, scrub and some earthiness. Rich but balanced – lovely fruit expression, smooth and no shortage of freshness and a savoury finish
- Bottle£51.00

Pinotage

2016 Founders, Swartland Winery, Western Cape, Pinotage (Soft & Fruity)
Aromas of smoky vanilla and cloves. Full flavoured with chunky black and red berries on the palate
- Bottle£27.00
2017 Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Pinotage (Light & Elegant)
Fresh berry notes are complimented by sweet spice and a well balanced palate
- Bottle£39.00
2015 Fram, Western Cape, Pinotage (Full & Complex)
Aromas of dark fruit and dry fynbos. Bigger tannin than most Pinotages, yet still friendly and round at the same time
- Bottle£54.00

Pinot Noir

2018 Felicité, Newton Johnson, Hemel-en-Aarde, Pinot Noir (Light & Elegant)
Bright raspberry and plum, and heady/earthy notes, generous palate, round with chewy tannins and juicy finish
- Bottle£32.50
2016 There are Still Mysteries, The Drift Farm, Overberg, Pinot Noir (Light & Elegant)
Strawberry, blueberry, spring herbs and dark chocolate oak. Palate of red forest fruits, and herbaceous characters
- Bottle£86.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

2017 Ou Kalant, Man Family Wines, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Superbly balanced with juicy red berry fruit and an elegant touch of oak spice Complex and stylish, with aromas of ripe blackcurrant and dark chocolate
- Bottle£29.50
2015 Big Easy, Ernie Els, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Aromas of dark chocolate, cinnamon spice and ripe plums. The palate is dark fruited, with hints of dried herbs and salty liquorice
- Bottle£33.50
2015 Thelema, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Full & Complex)
- Bottle£49.75
- Magnum£94.00

Merlot

2016 No Added Sulphur, Jordan Chameleon, Stellenbosch, Merlot (Medium Bodied & Structured)
High quality toasted wooden staves adds tannin and structure which complements the sweet berry and dark chocolate notes
- Bottle£32.75
2016 Groot Constantia, Constantia, Merlot (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Mulberry and vanilla flavours complemented by a slight hint of mocha and chocolate. Packs a punch of flavour
- Bottle£45.75
2011 De Trafford, Stellenbosch, Merlot (Full & Complex)
Red berry and cherry fruit with intriguing notes of nuts and spices, soft long finish
- Bottle£49.75

Syrah

2017 Fram, Swartland, Shiraz (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Elegant and juicy red fruit, with a touch of fresh green spice and chocolate
- Bottle£36.50
2015 Trizanne Signature Wines, Swartland, Syrah (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Red and black fruits on the nose with a touch of black olive. That continues on the harmonious and well-weighted palate
- Bottle£41.00
2014 Tamboerskloof, Stellenbosch, Syrah (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Aromas of black currant, plum, white pepper and violets. Palate of dark fruit pastille, hints of violet and fine spices
- Bottle£47.00
2017 Skaapveld, Man Family Wines, Western Cape, Shiraz (Full & Complex)
Aromas of ripe plum and pepper spices complimented by mouth-filling sweet red-berry flavours and gentle tannins
- Bottle£29.50
2015 Bush Vines, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Syrah (Full & Complex)
Aromas of spice, sweet scented violets and an earthy smokiness. Red berry fruits add to this well balanced, complex wine
- Bottle£38.00
2014 Tokara, Reserve Collection, Stellenbosch, Syrah (Full & Complex)
The nose of this wine is almost hedonistic with notes of ripe fresh prunes, blueberries and blackberries. There are aromas of cedar and vanilla giving a beautiful perfume which supports the dark fruit and a silky mid-palate
- Bottle£52.50
2017 Lismore, Cape South Coast, Syrah (Full & Complex)
Dense and smoky black olives, beautifully concentrated with lovely finesse and elegance. The epitome of fine Syrah
- Bottle£58.00

Cabernet Franc

2016 Raats Dolomite, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Franc (Full & Complex)
Mulberries and a plummy fruitiness. Dark berry fruit and a touch of herb linger the palate. It is elegant and extremely moreish
- Bottle£35.00

Mourvèdre

2016 Limited Release, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Mourvèdre (Medium Bodied & Structured)
A perfumed and inviting nose of wild sage complemented by upfront blackberry fruit and finishing on a spicy, peppery note
- Bottle£33.25

Blends

2016 Granite Rock Blend, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Mourvèdre, Shiraz, Carignan (Soft & Fruity)
Smoky and chunky fruit style showing ripe mulberry flavours through to a rounded finish
- Bottle£29.75
2017 Over the Moon, The Drift Farm, Overberg, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barocca, Shiraz (Light & Elegant)
Aroma can be described as organised chaos. Plum and blueberry and the peppery edge of exotic spice. Astonishingly soft
- Bottle£43.50
2015 Movable Feast, Drift Farm, Overberg, Malbec, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Touriga Nacional, Tannat (Full & Complex)
Aromas of black berry fruit and herbaceousness, with white pepper. Cherry, raspberries and plum standing above an under-layer of enticing dark chocolate and darker black fruits like mulberry
- Bottle£49.00
2015 Groot Constantia, Gouverneurs Reserve, Constantia, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot (Light & Elegant)
Ripe rich flavours of blackcurrant with hints of chocolate mint and green pepper enveloped in a restrained elegant style
- Bottle£59.00
2016 Raats Red Jasper, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot (Light & Elegant)
Aromas of blackberry, black cherry and bramble in abundance. Palate of blue and blackberry perfectly balanced
- Bottle£44.00
2003 Lourens River Valley Red, Morgenster, Stellenbosch, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc (Medium Bodied & Structured)
Elegant and accessible, with full body and a beautiful balance of fruit, oak and acidity. This wine is made under supervision of the famous Cheval Blanc winemaker
- Bottle£50.00

White

Chenin Blanc

2018, Forge Mill, Swartland, Bush Vine Chenin Blanc (Fresh & Fruity)
An abundance of guava and gooseberries on the nose with a balanced crisp acidity on the palate. Fresh and fruity
- Bottle£23.00
2018 Free-Run Steen, Man Family Wines, Western Cape, Chenin Blanc (Medium & Mineral)
Tropical fruit, guava and melon aromas, crisp and bold sweet citrus backed by refreshing acidity and minerality
- Bottle£28.50
2018 Original Chenin Blanc, Raats Family Wines, Stellenbosch, Unwooded Chenin Blanc (Medium & Mineral)
Aromas of yellow apple and pineapple. Fresh fruit flavours ending with zesty citrus flavours, and has a long mineral finish
- Bottle£35.00
2017 Reserve, Ken Forrester Wines, Stellenbosch, Chenin Blanc (Full & Complex)
Full bodied, complex and mineral, with rounded subtle oak notes and a hint of honey. Long, lingering finish
- Bottle£39.00

Chenin Blanc Blend

2017 Bonfire Hill, Extreme Vineyards, Western Cape, VV Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne (Fresh & Fruity)
Aromas of citrus and peach and a palate of moreish, juicy stone fruit
- Bottle£33.50
2017 Granite Rock Blend, Winemakers Collection, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Roussanne, Viognier (Medium & Mineral)
Crystalline lemon aromas open out to a creamy and spicy palate with notes of ripe apple
- Bottle£29.50

Sauvignon Blanc

2018 Founders, Swartland Winery, Western Cape, Sauvignon Blanc (Fresh & Fruity)
A bouquet of tropical fruit, a hint of green pepper and ripe figs. A refreshingly crisp palate with upfront fruity flavours of gooseberries, melon and more juicy tropical fruits on the lingering finish
- Bottle£27.00
2017, Thelema, Stellenbosch, Sauvignon Blanc (Fresh & Fruity)
Unwooded and well-balanced, with fresh melon and grapefruit flavours, and a full zesty palate
- Bottle£39.50
2018 Iona, Elgin VV Sauvignon Blanc (Medium & Mineral)
Fragrance of white grapefruit, tropical fruit and ripe gooseberry. Palate of green apples and lime marmalade
- Bottle£40.50
2016 Trizanne Signature Wines, Elim, Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon (Medium & Mineral)
Aromas of lime, fresh pear, winter melon, hazelnuts and a touch of herbs continues with flavours of fruit, spice and minerality
- Bottle£49.75
2016 Lismore, Greyton, Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc (Full & Complex)
Atypical explosive spice, toffee and passion flower flavours. A true expression of this unique terroir
- Bottle£46.00

Viognier

2018 Limited Release, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Viognier (Fresh & Fruity)
A fresh Viognier with aromas of peach and vanilla and a creamy texture
- Bottle£32.00
2017 Tamboerskloof, Stellenbosch, Viognier (Fresh & Fruity)
Major jasmine and frangipani notes, delicately interlacing kiwi and pear on the nose. The palate is rich with apricot and quince tones
- Bottle£42.00

Chardonnay

2017 Fram, Robertson, Chardonnay (Medium & Mineral)
White stone fruit and fresh yellow citrus is backed by a seamless but lively crispness
- Bottle£36.00
2016 Lismore, Estate Reserve, Greyton, Chardonnay (Medium & Mineral)
Citrus aromas and soft fruits layered with honeysuckle and vanilla, beautifully balanced with a crisp and distinct minerality
- Bottle£49.00
2017 Sutherland, Elgin, Chardonnay (Full & Complex)
Fresh citrus flavours combined brilliantly with subtle toasty oak. This wine has pure, clean fruit, leaving a fresh finish
- Bottle£39.75

Riesling

2017 The Real McCoy, Jordan, Stellenbosch, Riesling (Fresh & Fruity)
Intense lemon-lime flavours. A crisp fruitiness with hints of spiciness makes it a superb partner with food
- Bottle£39.75

Grenache Blanc

2016 Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Grenache Blanc (Full & Complex)
Delicious notes of stone fruits, lime blossom and green herbal notes with a hint of salinity on the finish
- Bottle£41.50

Rosé

2017 Ken Forrester, Petit Rosé, Stellenbosch, Grenache
Aromas of strawberries, rose petal and cherry flavours. Palate of delicious ripe raspberries with a delicate finish
- Bottle£29.75
2017 Groot Constantia, Constantia, Blanc de Noir
A delicate pale salmon colour with a spicy flavour of strawberry and cranberry fruit through to a fresh and leafy finish
- Bottle£31.00

Sparkling

Graham Beck NV Brut, Robertson, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Limey fresh fruit on the nose, and rich creamy complexity on the palate
- Bottle£32.00
2010 Bon Courage MCC, Jacques Bruére, Cuveé Rosé Brut, Robertson, Pinot Noir
Faint lemon and raspberry scent. Silky richness filled with red berries and balanced with subtle mineral undertones
- Bottle£37.00
Sparklehorse, Ken Forrester, Stellenbosch, Chenin Blanc
Special signature blend, aged for 5 years. With fine bubbles & complex palate, great balance between luscious fruit and chalky minerality followed by notes of brioche that come from aging
- Bottle£38.00

Dessert

2013 Adoro, Natural Sweet, Western Cape, Mourvèdre
Soft and fresh, plummy forest fruits and a subtle sweetness, great alternative to Port
- 75ml£6.50
2015 Groot Constantia, Grand Constance Constantia, Muscat
South Africa's oldest wine. Rated top 10 Muscats in the world. Aromas of caramel, toffee and a hint of Turkish Delight. These delicious notes follow through onto the palate with a hint of bitter almonds that is beautifully balanced and a moreish finish
- 75ml£13.00

What 158 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4Ambience
4.1Value

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158 Reviews

OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 February 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
food was great and our waiter was really friendly, i gave it 4 stars because i didn’t like the desert, we got the chocolate moose and it was too bitter for me. other than that great food!
Hammer & TongsResponded on 24 February 2020
Thanks so much!
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Stan
London
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 14 February 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
This place was recommended by a friend as a nice South African restaurant but I wouldn’t not be recommending it to my friends. I made the reservation a week before Valentines Day and in that time I was more than a few times to confirm that we are still going. We arrived 10 minutes before the time I booked and the place was full with no free tables so we were offered a table in their downstairs hall so we had to take it. The ambience downstairs was not great. Dark, no decor, no nothing. Felt like you are in a dark room or garage or something. Service was slow and the waiter didn’t seem very friendly. The starter came quick because it was just a few slices of biltong but the main took over an hour to get ready. It was some grilled meats and they came cold, some undercooked some overcooked. I definitely won’t be coming back anytime soon
Hammer & TongsResponded on 24 February 2020
Hi Stan, We are really sorry that your recent experience with us was not up to scratch. We would love for you to come back and try us again as we pride ourselves on excellent customer service and overall dining experience. Feel free to contact us directly!
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MeophamWanderer
London
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 12 February 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very nice food, the Braai was fantastic. Nice pale ale to go with it too.
Hammer & TongsResponded on 24 February 2020
Your feedback makes us very happy! Thanks so much.
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Shif
London
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on 12 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An un heard of restaurant I think in Farringdon. Food is so good and wine lovely great for business lunches and not too expensive
Hammer & TongsResponded on 24 February 2020
Thanks so much Shif, Please come back again!
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pimiento
London
73 reviews
4.0
73 reviews
Dined on 31 January 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It's a great find for casual lunchtime dining. The steak was cooked well and the menu is simple and very tasty. There's nothing to fault. It is an unpretentious place offering good value and food.
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HJK1
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 24 January 2020
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I’m not sure if H&T just had a bad night but it took over an 1 hour and 30 mins to be served our food and when it came, it was cold. Of course by this point we were all starving so just ate. I think the food would have tasted a lot better had it been hot which is why I went down the middle with my score. On a positive note the chips were tasty and the cheese toasties (not sure the SA word for it) were great. I found the service to be pretty bad, with lack of communication and extremely slow service not only on food but also drinks. I know another table complained that it had taken them over 20 minutes to be served some drinks. Apart from a picture of nelson Mandela there wasn’t really a South African vibe which is something we were all hoping for. The music was chart music and slightly too loud. A lot of wines were also out of stock that night. Luckily we visited when it was 50% off food. Had it not been I would have been arguing for at least that. Sadly the restaurant fell flat throughout the whole evening and did not meet expectations. I would not recommend to friends nor would I visit again
Hammer & TongsResponded on 4 March 2020
Dear HJK, We are very sorry to hear that you did not have a good time at Hammer & Tongs. This is quite unlike us to have a day where food comes out cold, service is not up to scratch and chart music is played. We've made sure that none of this happens again. Please let us know if you would like to try us out again so we can show you what the experience is really like. Please contact us on info@hammertongs.co.uk and we will look after you.
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Annacletta
London
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice selection of meats! The service was good also a nice spot to catch up with friends! The fries were absolutely spot on!
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ChrisL
Surrey
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 January 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great way to start the new year Would recommend to anyone who likes their meat, will be back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 20 December 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Overall good experience, I'll certainly go back at some point
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bigappetite
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good!
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171 Farringdon Road, London, EC1R 3AL

Additional information

Cross Street
Rosebery Avenue
Area
Farringdon
Hours of Operation
Tue, Wed 12:00–22:30 Thu–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–16:00
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Meat, Barbecue, Southern African
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
NCP just across the road
Public transit
10 minute walk from Farringdon Underground Station & King's Cross Underground & National Railway Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Rodrigo Navarro
Entertainment
n/a
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.hammertongs.co.uk/
Phone number
020 3774 2884
Catering
We cater for small, medium & large events! Canapes to feasts, get in touch!

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Red by the Glass

2016 Bonfire Hill, Extreme Vineyards Red, Western Cape, Shiraz, Grenache, Malbec, Touriga Nacional (Soft & Fruity)

2016 Raats Dolomite, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Franc (Soft & Fruity)

2018 Felicité, Newton Johnson, Hemel-en-Aarde, Pinot Noir (Light & Elegant)

2017 Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Pinotage (Light & Elegant)

2016 Limited Release, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Mourvèdre (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2015 Trizanne Signature Wines, Swartland, Syrah (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2011 One Man Band, Iona, Elgin, Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Viognier (Full & Complex)

Red Coravin by the Glass

2015 Fram, Western Cape, Pinotage (Soft & Fruity)

2017 Lismore, Cape South Coast, Syrah (Soft & Fruity)

2015 Thelema, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Full & Complex)

White by the Glass

2017 Bonfire Hill, Extreme Vineyards, Western Cape, VV, Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne (Fresh & Fruity)

2017 Thelema, Stellenbosch, Sauvignon Blanc (Fresh & Fruity)

2017 Fram, Robertson, Chardonnay (Medium & Mineral)

2018 Iona, Elgin VV Sauvignon Blanc (Medium & Mineral)

2017 Reserve, Ken Forrester Wines, Stellenbosch, Chenin Blanc (Full & Complex)

2016 Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Grenache Blanc (Full & Complex)

Sparkling by the Glass

Graham Beck NV Brut, Robertson, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

Rosé by the Glass

2017 Groot Constantia, Constantia, Blanc de Noir

White Coravin by the Glass

2016 Trizanne Signature Wines Elim, Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon (Medium & Mineral)

2016 Lismore, Estate Reserve, Greyton, Chardonnay (Medium & Mineral)

2017 Tamboerskloof, Stellenbosch, Viognier (Full & Complex)

Red

Shiraz Blend

2017 Forge Mill, Western Cape, Shiraz-Cinsaut (Soft & Fruity)

2016 Bonfire Hill, Extreme Vineyards Red, Western Cape, Shiraz, Grenache, Malbec, Touriga Nacional (Soft & Fruity)

2016 The Pepper Pot, Stellenbosch, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Tannat, Grenache (Light & Elegant)

2014 The Renegade, Ken Forrester Wines, Stellenbosch, Shiraz-Grenache (Light & Elegant)

2011 One Man Band, Iona, Elgin, Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Viognier (Full & Complex)

2016 Saboteur Red, Luddite, Stellenbosch, Shiraz, Mourvèdre, Cabernet Sauvignon (Full & Complex)

Pinotage

2016 Founders, Swartland Winery, Western Cape, Pinotage (Soft & Fruity)

2017 Olifantsberg, Breedekloof, Pinotage (Light & Elegant)

2015 Fram, Western Cape, Pinotage (Full & Complex)

Pinot Noir

2018 Felicité, Newton Johnson, Hemel-en-Aarde, Pinot Noir (Light & Elegant)

2016 There are Still Mysteries, The Drift Farm, Overberg, Pinot Noir (Light & Elegant)

Cabernet Sauvignon

2017 Ou Kalant, Man Family Wines, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2015 Big Easy, Ernie Els, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2015 Thelema, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Sauvignon (Full & Complex)

Merlot

2016 No Added Sulphur, Jordan Chameleon, Stellenbosch, Merlot (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2016 Groot Constantia, Constantia, Merlot (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2011 De Trafford, Stellenbosch, Merlot (Full & Complex)

Syrah

2017 Fram, Swartland, Shiraz (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2015 Trizanne Signature Wines, Swartland, Syrah (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2014 Tamboerskloof, Stellenbosch, Syrah (Medium Bodied & Structured)

2017 Skaapveld, Man Family Wines, Western Cape, Shiraz (Full & Complex)

2015 Bush Vines, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Syrah (Full & Complex)

2014 Tokara, Reserve Collection, Stellenbosch, Syrah (Full & Complex)

2017 Lismore, Cape South Coast, Syrah (Full & Complex)

Cabernet Franc

2016 Raats Dolomite, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Franc (Full & Complex)

Mourvèdre

2016 Limited Release, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Mourvèdre (Medium Bodied & Structured)

Blends

2016 Granite Rock Blend, Swartland Winery, Swartland, Mourvèdre, Shiraz, Carignan (Soft & Fruity)

2017 Over the Moon, The Drift Farm, Overberg, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barocca, Shiraz (Light & Elegant)

2015 Movable Feast, Drift Farm, Overberg, Malbec, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Touriga Nacional, Tannat (Full & Complex)

2015 Groot Constantia, Gouverneurs Reserve, Constantia, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot (Light & Elegant)

2016 Raats Red Jasper, Stellenbosch, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot (Light & Elegant)

2003 Lourens River Valley Red, Morgenster, Stellenbosch, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc (Medium Bodied & Structured)

White

Chenin Blanc

2018, Forge Mill, Swartland, Bush Vine Chenin Blanc (Fresh & Fruity)

2018 Free-Run Steen, Man Family Wines, Western Cape, Chenin Blanc (Medium & Mineral)

2018 Original Chenin Blanc, Raats Family Wines, Stellenbosch, Unwooded Chenin Blanc (Medium & Mineral)

2017 Reserve, Ken Forrester Wines, Stellenbosch, Chenin Blanc (Full & Complex)

Chenin Blanc Blend