The menu here reads like a comforting childhood reminiscence with some
sophisticated bunting thrown on top. Devilled kidneys on toast, followed
by an excellent slow-roast belly of pork, crowned by the apple crumble
and custard would be a typical trail through the large and delightfully
time-consuming menu. Canteen isn't just for full-on dining though; wake
up to a bacon sandwich or relax in the afternoon with a pot of tea and
some freshly baked biscuits. Cutting to the chase - there's a different
roast every day - either lamb, beef, pork or chicken - served with a
wholesome garnish of roast potatoes and veg, all bathed in lashings of
thick, meaty gravy. The restaurant is - as the name suggests - set out
in the shared table Canteen style, so beloved by the restaurateurs of
the capital over the last few years. It's got an atmosphere for
breakfast, gets bustling at lunchtime, remaining busy in the evening.
The enthusiastic staff do an admirable job at keeping it ticking over,
although sometimes you do have to wait a while for your food. A great
place to bask in culinary nostalgia, or for visitors to uncover how
traditional English cuisine should taste - all at really affordable
prices.
The menu here reads like a comforting childhood reminiscence with some
sophisticated bunting thrown on top. Devilled kidneys on toast, followed
by an excellent slow-roast belly of pork, crowned by the apple crumble
and cust..
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