Food in London

Once upon a time London was a place with a reputation for bad food. I am happy to report that a culinary revolution of sorts has taken place. There is good food to be had in the capital city! Here is a list of some of best eats that I have enjoyed on my trip.

The Royal Albert Pub
This charming pub is popular with the locals and members of Parliament. For a formal meal you can head upstairs from the bar into the carvery. They serve a traditional roast with all the fixings including Yorkshire Pudding and a selection of 3 meats. Included in the meal is dessert and tea. Its delicious and the service is good. Prepare to dread the walk back after eating all that food!

Nando's
Nando's is a chicken chain resturant that is located throughout the city. This is not a fast food restaurant, more like casual dining with a Portugese twist. They are famous for their Peri-Peri sauce which comes on most of the chicken they serve. It's awesome and a bit firey, but if you like a little spice this place is a winner. It is also relatively cheap by London standards. A regular meal will set you back about 13 pounds.

The Wallace Restaurant at the Wallace Collection
You cannot go to London without doing tea. My program directors scheduled a group meal for us at the Wallace Collection so we could take part in this British tradition. The Wallace Collection is formidible private collection of some of the finest works of western art. All the better is that it is located in what was once the posh residence of  Sir Richard Wallace. It provides the perfect setting for an afternoon tea. The food was excellent, especially the scones! It was a pricey adventure at 20 pounds a person, but it was a delightful experience.

Wagamama Noodle Bar
This is another ubiquitous chain in London. This is a pan-Asian restaurant that serves up a wide variety of noodles and other typically Asian treats. My friends and I were in walking in the City on Friday night, desperately search for a restaurant that was open and not completely packed when we ran into this place. Its a fun atmosphere with bench seating and all the tea you can drink.

There are definitely more treats to be found in London. This post is just a quick sample. There will be many of posts on this topic! Enjoy and don't let the drool hit your keyboard.