Guidebook for Greater London
Food Scene
World renowned Israeli chef known for his fresh inventive style and possibly the best cakes in London- a must go.
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Ottolenghi Islington
287 Upper StWorld renowned Israeli chef known for his fresh inventive style and possibly the best cakes in London- a must go.
Modern Italian by Francesco Mazzei, across the road from the famous Almeida Theatre.
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Radici
30 Almeida StModern Italian by Francesco Mazzei, across the road from the famous Almeida Theatre.
One of the best gatro-pub in Islington, especially if you love meat!
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The Pig and Butcher
80 Liverpool RdOne of the best gatro-pub in Islington, especially if you love meat!
Zia Lucia
157 Holloway RdAuthentic Italian pizza w/gluten free options
Literally next door to the flat one of the most famous brunch in London.
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SUNDAY cafe & restaurant
169 Hemingford RdLiterally next door to the flat one of the most famous brunch in London.
Hole in the wall Afghani cooking, established in Angel over 20 years ago.
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Afghan Kitchen
35 Islington GrnHole in the wall Afghani cooking, established in Angel over 20 years ago.
French Patisserie on Upper Street, amazing bread and desserts.
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Belle Epoque Patisserie
37 Newington GrnFrench Patisserie on Upper Street, amazing bread and desserts.
Cosy Japanese restaurant, perfect if you're out an about in Angel and feel like having sushi or donburi.
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Tenshi
61 Upper StreetCosy Japanese restaurant, perfect if you're out an about in Angel and feel like having sushi or donburi.
Elegant and convenient French bistro with traditional cuisine from Alsace. Great and affordable lunch deal!
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Bellanger
9 Islington GrnElegant and convenient French bistro with traditional cuisine from Alsace. Great and affordable lunch deal!
Mayfair Garden
Great authentic dim sum
Leong's Legend
39 Gerrard StExcellent authentic Taiwanese cooking.
Exceptional Italian restaurant with a great atmosphere. Pricey but perfect for a special occasion.
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The River Café
Rainville RoadExceptional Italian restaurant with a great atmosphere. Pricey but perfect for a special occasion.
A French institution that only has one thing on the menu - steak and frites! Fantastic!
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Le Relais De Venise L'Entrecote
120 Marylebone LnA French institution that only has one thing on the menu - steak and frites! Fantastic!
Molecular gastronomy by Heston Blumenthal. If you want to try his cooking while in London, this is a MUCH cheaper option than The Fat Duck and is also fantastic.
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Dinner by Heston Blumenthal
66 KnightsbridgeMolecular gastronomy by Heston Blumenthal. If you want to try his cooking while in London, this is a MUCH cheaper option than The Fat Duck and is also fantastic.
If you're out late in Soho and would like a desert, look no further than Princi!
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Princi
135 Wardour StIf you're out late in Soho and would like a desert, look no further than Princi!
Arts & Culture
If you like theatre you'll love the Almeida make sure that you take a look at their calendar and book in advance.
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Almeida Kazalište
Almeida StreetIf you like theatre you'll love the Almeida make sure that you take a look at their calendar and book in advance.
London's best for contemporary dance performances.
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Sadlers Wells Theatre (Stop UB) station
London's best for contemporary dance performances.
An incredible castle within the city founded in 1066 by William the Conqueror. It's guarded by the distinctive Beefeaters and houses the Crown Jewels!
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Kula u Londonu
An incredible castle within the city founded in 1066 by William the Conqueror. It's guarded by the distinctive Beefeaters and houses the Crown Jewels!
Churchillove Ratne Sobe
King Charles StreetA must see for any WW2 buffs!
An amazing collection of animals, big and small. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition from late October to June is also fantastic.
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Prirodoslovni muzej
Cromwell RoadAn amazing collection of animals, big and small. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition from late October to June is also fantastic.
A royal palace once owned by Henry VIII. There are also plays put on by actors in historical costume.
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Dvorac Hampton Court
Hampton Court WayA royal palace once owned by Henry VIII. There are also plays put on by actors in historical costume.
Tate Modern
BanksideGreat modern art museum
One of the best human history museums in the world. Although a lot of the pieces are subject to international controversy (such as the Parthenon Marbles), this is an extraordinary collection of historical artefacts.
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British Museum (Stop W)
One of the best human history museums in the world. Although a lot of the pieces are subject to international controversy (such as the Parthenon Marbles), this is an extraordinary collection of historical artefacts.
An underrated museum which shows the evolution of the portrait over time, ending in the modern day with The Beatles and Lady Diana.
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Nacionalna galerija portreta
Saint Martin's PlaceAn underrated museum which shows the evolution of the portrait over time, ending in the modern day with The Beatles and Lady Diana.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great for an impromptu night out Angel Comedy and the Bill Murray (2 min walk apart) are among London best comedy clubs. Also great if you are on a budget because it's free!
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Angel Comedy
2 2 Camden PassageGreat for an impromptu night out Angel Comedy and the Bill Murray (2 min walk apart) are among London best comedy clubs. Also great if you are on a budget because it's free!
This is a sister venue to Angel Comedy (2 min walk apart), it's great fun, you don't need to book in advance and it's free!
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The Bill Murray
39 Queen's Head StThis is a sister venue to Angel Comedy (2 min walk apart), it's great fun, you don't need to book in advance and it's free!
A hidden cocktail bar that has live music several nights a week (reservation a must).
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Nightjar
129 City RdA hidden cocktail bar that has live music several nights a week (reservation a must).
Union Chapel
19b Compton TerraceFamous across town for great live music, must book ahead.
Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club
47 Frith StGreat intimate jazz venue
Parks & Nature
The trees of London’s smallest local nature reserve are visible from the bay window! This really tiny wood is open throughout the year on Tuesdays from 2pm to 4pm. Go and visit, you might encounter a curious fox.
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Barnsbury Wood Nature Reserve
18a Crescent StThe trees of London’s smallest local nature reserve are visible from the bay window! This really tiny wood is open throughout the year on Tuesdays from 2pm to 4pm. Go and visit, you might encounter a curious fox.
Islington’s largest park, 10 min walk from the flat and surrounded by beautifully preserved Georgian and Victorian houses. It’s great for children and joggers.
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Highbury Fields
Highbury CrescentIslington’s largest park, 10 min walk from the flat and surrounded by beautifully preserved Georgian and Victorian houses. It’s great for children and joggers.
Although “strictly speaking” this is not in Islington, the "Heath" is only three stops away on the Overground: get off at Gospel Oak to discover 320 hectares of grassy public space and woodland. It’s London’s highest point (the view on a clear day is amazing) and if you get lost you might find yourself at the doorstep of historical treasure Kenwood House
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Hampstead Heath
Although “strictly speaking” this is not in Islington, the "Heath" is only three stops away on the Overground: get off at Gospel Oak to discover 320 hectares of grassy public space and woodland. It’s London’s highest point (the view on a clear day is amazing) and if you get lost you might find yourself at the doorstep of historical treasure Kenwood House
It starts just south of our flat and goes all the way to Primrose Hill and then Westbourne Grove (Notting Hill) in one direction, and if you are to head towards the other entrance at Duncan Terrace it goes to Victoria Park and then Canary Wharf. More than enough mileage for even the most hardened runner!
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Regent's Canal Towpath
Regent's Canal TowpathIt starts just south of our flat and goes all the way to Primrose Hill and then Westbourne Grove (Notting Hill) in one direction, and if you are to head towards the other entrance at Duncan Terrace it goes to Victoria Park and then Canary Wharf. More than enough mileage for even the most hardened runner!
Essentials
For all your essentials this small supermarket has everything you need and most importantly it's open 7 days a week including on Sunday until 11pm.
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Co-op Food
116-118 Pitshanger LnFor all your essentials this small supermarket has everything you need and most importantly it's open 7 days a week including on Sunday until 11pm.
Flok Hair Salon & Art Gallery
358 Caledonian RdHairdresser for men and women
Look no further than Perfect Stitch, for dry cleaning, alterations and fashion emergencies!
Perfect Stitch
1 Roman WayLook no further than Perfect Stitch, for dry cleaning, alterations and fashion emergencies!