Guidebook for Greater London
Food Scene
One of the best afternoons in London is Clapham Common on a warm afternoon, a pack of lager — or, of course, pale ale from one of the area’s reputable local breweries — in one hand, a Roti Joupa takeaway in the other. The food is Trinidadian. There are warm, fluffy roti, the most aromatic and rich of goat curries — the meat duvet soft — and pholourie (like dough balls) with rich tamarind sauce, moreish and ideal with a cold beer. But the best thing might the doubles, small roti filled with chickpea curry — a traditional Trini breakfast.
Roti Joupa
12 Clapham High StOne of the best afternoons in London is Clapham Common on a warm afternoon, a pack of lager — or, of course, pale ale from one of the area’s reputable local breweries — in one hand, a Roti Joupa takeaway in the other. The food is Trinidadian. There are warm, fluffy roti, the most aromatic and rich of goat curries — the meat duvet soft — and pholourie (like dough balls) with rich tamarind sauce, moreish and ideal with a cold beer. But the best thing might the doubles, small roti filled with chickpea curry — a traditional Trini breakfast.
Sorella is the latest venture of esteemed chef Robin Gill. It has replaced The Manor, a loved neighbourhood restaurant that found Clapham a tricky market. Sorella is a fresh take, with a fun new Italian leaning. The snacks illustrate Sorella’s wit and flavour: truffled arancini are easy and restorative, while turbot, potato and Amalfi lemon is fresh and enlivening; the antipasti includes great nibbles such as sourdough, best dipped in a glorious trio of Jersey milk ricotta, black olives, and Parmesan. Two secondi dishes provide an option for those less inclined to share plates: the cod, with squid ink and chard, is fine; the venison is best paired with the crispiest of crispy potatoes.
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Sorella
148 Clapham Manor StSorella is the latest venture of esteemed chef Robin Gill. It has replaced The Manor, a loved neighbourhood restaurant that found Clapham a tricky market. Sorella is a fresh take, with a fun new Italian leaning. The snacks illustrate Sorella’s wit and flavour: truffled arancini are easy and restorative, while turbot, potato and Amalfi lemon is fresh and enlivening; the antipasti includes great nibbles such as sourdough, best dipped in a glorious trio of Jersey milk ricotta, black olives, and Parmesan. Two secondi dishes provide an option for those less inclined to share plates: the cod, with squid ink and chard, is fine; the venison is best paired with the crispiest of crispy potatoes.
The Dairy’s menu, stockpiled with smoked eel, bone marrow and charred leaves, is happily seasonal, with an earnest but unpretentious nod to provenance. Here, Robin Gill has crafted the foundations of an institution. The £48 tasting menu is a must: expect dishes like mackerel, gooseberry and lovage; and truffled Baron Bigod, the much-loved Suffolk ‘brie’ that shouts for seeds and sourdough. Afterwards, stay for heady late-night cocktails. Recover with the impressive Sunday brunch.
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The Dairy
15 The PavementThe Dairy’s menu, stockpiled with smoked eel, bone marrow and charred leaves, is happily seasonal, with an earnest but unpretentious nod to provenance. Here, Robin Gill has crafted the foundations of an institution. The £48 tasting menu is a must: expect dishes like mackerel, gooseberry and lovage; and truffled Baron Bigod, the much-loved Suffolk ‘brie’ that shouts for seeds and sourdough. Afterwards, stay for heady late-night cocktails. Recover with the impressive Sunday brunch.
Drinks & Nightlife
A fairly new addition to the Brixton bar scene, this bar-meets-restaurant meets-co-working-space is a perfect fit. Mixing simple, rustic decor with innovative menus and even their own house gin. The venue regularly hosts live bands and DJs, as well as serving some of the best pizza in Lambeth.
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Canova Hall
250 Ferndale RdA fairly new addition to the Brixton bar scene, this bar-meets-restaurant meets-co-working-space is a perfect fit. Mixing simple, rustic decor with innovative menus and even their own house gin. The venue regularly hosts live bands and DJs, as well as serving some of the best pizza in Lambeth.
Innovative, unique and one of the best cocktail bars in Brixton, Shrub & Shutter isn't the location for measly mojitos thanks to their unique roster of botanical drinks and ingredients. Head on down for the booze, but stay for the chilled atmosphere and fresh interiors.
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The Shrub and Shutter
336 Coldharbour LnInnovative, unique and one of the best cocktail bars in Brixton, Shrub & Shutter isn't the location for measly mojitos thanks to their unique roster of botanical drinks and ingredients. Head on down for the booze, but stay for the chilled atmosphere and fresh interiors.
One of the true hidden gems on the Brixton scene, the Beast is tucked away somewhere on Acre Lane. Make your way inside, follow the staircase up to the first floor and you'll find a real unassuming favourite, where customised cocktails and a regularly rotating menu of street food is up for grabs.
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The Beast of Brixton
89 Acre LnOne of the true hidden gems on the Brixton scene, the Beast is tucked away somewhere on Acre Lane. Make your way inside, follow the staircase up to the first floor and you'll find a real unassuming favourite, where customised cocktails and a regularly rotating menu of street food is up for grabs.