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Ottolenghi

Mediterranean Restaurant and Middle Eastern Restaurant££££

Islington, London

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Ottolenghi

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Ranked #7 for cake in London
The experts at Time Out London and New York Habitat recommend this place
"Meringue is heavenly- crunchy outside and chewy inside."(9 Tips)
"Often busy - get a coffee & delicious cake (oh the cake!!) to go"(39 Tips)
"The complementary corn bread with olive oil is to die for!!"(5 Tips)
"healthy food place"(19 Tips)

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Anna SzypkowskaFebruary 5, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Very nice place for brunch, nice food and good service, and desserts to die for (try cheesecake)! We had yo wait 30 min for the table though, which would make me think twice of going back there.
Susanna SooAugust 11, 2015
Easily became one of my favourite restaurant in London. Tasty, healthy, great range of organic wines, some of the best deserts I have had. I will keep coming back for more!!
EddJuly 18, 2016
Their mains shine but make sure there's space for desserts. The carrot walnut cake with cream cheese and chocolate cake with rum were one the best ones I've ever had.
Upvoted Feb 8
Chantelle TangOctober 5, 2015
Such a good variety of fresh salads and mains. I had the salmon with the butternut squash and the aubergine salad. For dessert, the chocolate cake with baileys in the middle. Will definitely return!
Orianne CormanMay 19, 2017
Second time I have been at Ottolenghi and as always food was tasty, wine perfect and the service great. They offered me to taste a quirky wine before deciding. Much appreciated !
ZuzApril 16, 2016
This is just not fair.. Everything looks so amazing. Order everything! Bare in mind you might wait in a long queue
Richard RevisOctober 19, 2013
Considering the price, one of the best restaurants I have had the pleasure of visiting in many years. Cakes are incredible. Baileys chocolate cake and passion fruit tart were both outstanding.
Rob NeroJune 1, 2018
Amazing food from the chef of some wonderful cookbooks. Get a reservation early! Has bar seating that you can't reserve, and works well for 1-2 people.
Ashley DandoSeptember 6, 2020
It’s all good. The salads and cakes are worth every penny. Salmon was perfectly cooked, aubergine and rice salads were great with it
IrinaJanuary 16, 2015
Simply delicious. French toasts are huge, lunch menu is quite diverse & good value for money. Be sure to try aubergines.
citizenMMay 3, 2016
The use of lentils, figs, asparagus, fennel, basil, goat's cheese and hummus, among other things is outstanding. Read more
Vic McGinMay 1, 2015
Book in advance for dinner. Beautiful salads, cakes, coffee, wine, everything! Get in at 8 for breakfast, or be prepared to line with grumpy mums with prams.
Sussie QDecember 10, 2012
Everything is good in there, food, coffee, atmosphere, service, maybe not so much of the queue.. but is worth to queue for a great food!
Enna mkJuly 30, 2017
Meringue is heavenly- crunchy outside and chewy inside. Don't forget to grab a bag of granola: trust me, it will brighten your morning!
New York HabitatMarch 27, 2012
Be sure to book a table in advance for this popular restaurant! The food is absolutely delicious, but be careful not to fill up too fast because you do not want to miss the deserts!
Olly WiltonApril 24, 2015
Bacon leek and parmesan quiche with roasted aubergine, almonds and curry cauliflower with yogurt. Outstanding
Xuan LimFebruary 16, 2014
Best croissant outside of Paris, faultless service, and a window display to die for. Get here around 10am and you won't have to wait for a table.
Fatima Al-HalwachiFebruary 26, 2015
The Shakshuka is a breakfast must try! A new fave of mine. Love the middetearanean flavors & presentation
Kurt HaaNovember 3, 2015
great desserts! Lively place, friendly staff, ridiculously expensive dishes, and uninteresting menu & wine list.... Ideal spot for insecure & wannabe people
Michael WozniakDecember 21, 2015
The best scrambled eggs I have ever had. Also, amazing selection of desserts. Love coming back.
MLe BApril 18, 2018
Make a reservation far in advance, watch multiple couples and such get turned away even on a weekday.
Jade L.February 16, 2013
You must order the roasted aubergine with turmeric yoghurt and pomegranate seeds salad AND the roasted butternut squash salad! Vegetables have never tasted this amazing.
Stephanie AllenJuly 8, 2015
Such a fun experience! Really interesting food combinations and friendly, helpful servers. Definitely ask staff for food and drink recommendations.
Yoga With EduardoFebruary 6, 2016
Love this place the food is really good but it's slightly over rated because it's always too busy. I recommend maybe just grabing some take away
LéaApril 5, 2018
We had the lemon-mascarpone tart and the vanilla financier, really tasty ! Next time we will come to brunch
Trish LimJuly 29, 2014
Really enjoyed the red quinoa, basmati rice and broad beans salad. Everything else on the menu is good though, how can salad taste this good!
Suzi Edwards-AlexanderMarch 16, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The apple and sultana cake with maple frosting is the best cake. Ask for your coffee extra hot- they tend to serve it very luke warm.
D MFebruary 12, 2016
What a place! Great selection of cold and hot dishes, awesome atmosphere and some good wine. Book well in advance.
hotel.infoOctober 4, 2011
Had T/A for dinner in Islington Green on a warm night. Rosewater salad and the roasted aubergine dish were fave! The coriander sauce with the beef was really good too. Read more
Urban NomadDecember 16, 2012
Roasted aubergine with turmeric yoghurt and pomegranate seeds (Time Out London's 100 Best Dishes)
Jack HaynesDecember 15, 2014
Splendid just for a takeout coffee - incredible aromas in the mocha. One day I'll be able to afford to book for a meal.
Nick FMarch 10, 2013
Order lots and share. The chocolate fondant cake is delightful. Giant meringues look good but very awkward to eat.
AlexandriaMarch 24, 2018
Goat kofte was lovely with side of aubergines and green bean salad
Ieva LekaviciuteJanuary 31, 2015
Amazing and inspired healthy food place that is also pocket-friendly. Flourless chocolate cake is heaven on Earth...
Frankie RobertoDecember 10, 2014
Go early or late for breakfast / brunch to avoid the queue. Communal tables and hard surfaces mean it can be noisy, but the food is excellent.
Joanna FlammNovember 29, 2014
Don't skimp on the veggies; some of the best dishes are "from the counter".
Jana von OehsenNovember 3, 2013
Wonderful place! Everything is sooooo tasty, a must in London :)
Katy ZackFebruary 3, 2017
The best desserts to take away. Always impresses people when you show up with a box from here.
Jake DylanOctober 7, 2016
Fantastic food at a very reasonable price. Perfect for date night or just quality food.
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsJuly 26, 2015
how about ‘pan fried plaice with dill risotto, mixed mushrooms and rosemary oil? But really everything is amazing here! Read more
BrianOctober 13, 2014
The HoCho is slightly alcoholic, and spiced with nutmeg (among others). Have it with the Bailey's loaf cake
Claudius HenrichsMarch 24, 2017
Bread platter is one of the rare opportunities in London to taste proper sourdough. Yummy!
Jane ScarsbrookDecember 3, 2017
Everything is good here - had a mix of four salads and an amazing cloudy dry prosecco
Gerry BolgerMay 4, 2014
Amazing service and seated at the top of the table can see all the food offerings. The service & staff are excellent.
LucasOctober 11, 2015
Food is great, service is even better. Not many vegan options, despite foursquare saying so.
Oli IsaacsAugust 6, 2017
Food here is amazing but prices recently hiked by about 25% making for less good value than before
Mark KacaryNovember 20, 2016
What's not good here is the question and the answer is nothing. It's all excellent
Maria MouskouMay 1, 2011
My fav for breakfast & lunch during the week. Go for breakfast during the week and before 1230 for lunch if want to avoid long queues. Crazy on w/ends.
KatjaJanuary 4, 2012
Been here 5+ times
You can also buy signed Ottolenghi's cookery books there. Go for Plenty if you are a vegetarian or for The Cookbook if you are a meat eater.
Sachin DsouzaOctober 21, 2013
Roasted aubergine with turmeric yoghurt is magical but the chocolate fondant will make you believe in God!

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