Best Cozy Restaurants in East Finchley/Finchley/North Finchley

508 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Lore of the Land

4.7

Exceptional(802)

Price: Very Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Fitzrovia

Booked 10 times today

A traditional pub serving contemporary English food in the heart of Fitzrovia. The Lore is composed of The Pub on the ground floor, The Kitchen on the first floor and Private room with bar on the top floor.All of our food is freshly prepared by Head Chef Michal Kaszuba and his brigade in the Lore kitchen on the first floor. Our menus have been created especially to reflect the seasons, when ingredients are at their very best.Our legendary Sunday roast is slow-cooked with delicious trimmings.THE PUBA copper and pewter topped bar serving a range of beers, including our very own Gritchie brews, premium spirits, cocktails and selected wines. The walls are adorned with eclectic and original artwork. THE KITCHENOpen plan but still intimate. Experience the sight and sound of our open kitchen with the Chefs cooking on our bespoke, charcoal fuelled oven and char-grill. THE PRIVATE ROOMA wonderful private room with private bar on its own floor.

2. The Parakeet

4.8

Exceptional(661)

Price: Very Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Kentish Town

Booked 51 times today

Fire led modern European cooking, served in a warm vibrant dining room. Reservations open on the 1st of each month for the following month, for groups up to 6 guests. Bookings for January will open on the 1st of December at 10am. For larger groups please email bookings@theparakeetpub.com. We serve our A la Carte menu Monday to Saturday, and Roasts on Sundays.

3. Gaucho Hampstead

4.6

Exceptional(2428)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Swiss Cottage

Booked 27 times today

Nestled in the heart of Hampstead Village, surrounded by charming alleyways and beautifully preserved Georgian buildings, Gaucho Hampstead offers a welcoming retreat in North London.Just a stone's throw from Hampstead Heath, our contemporary yet cozy interiors provide the perfect setting for a leisurely lunch, a post-school treat, or a family gathering on Sundays for one of our legendary roasts.One of the highlights of the restaurant is our stunning courtyard terrace, complete with a traditional Asado fire pit—ideal for summer barbecues and cozy winter evenings, where guests can enjoy delicious food while staying warm under blankets.And for all the dog walkers in Hampstead, four-legged friends are always welcome to join you when you're out and about.

4. The Drapers Arms

4.6

Exceptional(1586)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Angel

Booked 25 times today

GARDEN BOOKING VIA PHONE OR EMAIL ONLY.The Drapers Arms is a lovely 1830s pub in a residential area of IslingtonVery much a pub we are as welcoming to one person sitting with a beer and a paper as to a group having a special meal. In an informal and relaxing atmosphere we nonetheless take our food, drink and service seriously.Our food is all freshly prepared and our menu changes every day and across the seasons. With a focus on being enjoyable, honest and seasonal we are also affordable - our wine list available on our website is among the very best in London.

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5. DRUNCH Regent's Park

4.0

Excellent(455)

Price: Moderate

• International • St John's Wood

Booked 14 times today

Drunch Regent’s Park is a restaurant-style eatery and bar situated close to the heart of St John’s Wood, which serves brunch from 11am - 16:30pm and a la carte from 16:30pm - 22:30pm. Formerly The Star public house the building been transformed with sleek interiors, stylish fittings and a few quirky touches that our guests have come to expect when they enjoy good times at Drunch. We have created four zones in the building – a relaxed lounge complete with sofas and a fireplace; a secluded restaurant; a casual bar; and a private wisteria-draped garden where guests can enjoy al fresco dining & drinks .We have a selection of board games for our guests to enjoy including backgammon, cards, monopoly, and chess. While Bobby the Bear (our ever popular mascot and one of Instagram’s favourite bears) is on hand for a photo or just to ensure you’re never alone at Drunch.You cannot book a Shisha table from this webpage as we operate on walk in.Dogs are allowed don our terrace only.

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6. The Pig and Butcher

4.4

Awesome(145)

Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Islington

Booked 4 times today

The Pig and Butcher opened its doors in 2012 and has become a bit of an Islington institution. A laid back country style pub with a stunning private dining room and honest cooking showcasing the best farms in the UK. In the bar we serve craft beers, wine from family-owned vineyards only, aperitif cocktails and a selection of local hand pulled ales.

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7. Afternoon Tea at The Landmark Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(368)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Marylebone

Booked 24 times today

At The Landmark London, we’ve been perfecting and refining the art of traditional Afternoon Tea for over century. Today, you can experience our quintessentially London afternoon tea in inimitable style under the high palms of our magnificent Victorian Winter Garden atrium. The setting is serene and magical, the atmosphere relaxed and refined with the soft sound of piano and daylight twinkling through. Indulge in an irresistible assortment of delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with delicious preserves and clotted cream, along with a selection of crafted cakes and pastries designed by our Pastry Chefs Mauro and Daniel, winners of Bake Off: The Professionals 2023.

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8. Jolene Newington Green

4.7

Exceptional(1257)

Price: Expensive

• British • Stoke Newington

Booked 44 times today

Jolene Newington Green is described as cozy and warm by multiple reviewers. The restaurant exudes a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere, with a chic and contemporary vibe. The staff is friendly, and the ambience is perfect for a date night. The restaurant also serves delicious food, and the service is always welcoming. The restaurant is described as being welcoming, sophisticated, warm, and inviting.

9. Ayllu

4.0

Excellent(670)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Paddington

Booked 20 times today

Escape the chaos of city life and enter a social haven of comfort and warmth in the heart of Paddington, London. With rich, dark green walls, elaborate décor and plush banquette seating, Ayllu is a Japanese-Peruvian fusion restaurant serving contemporary sharing plates, sushi and innovative cocktails.The cosy restaurant is built around the traditions of the Ayllu community of the Inca Empire. The Ayllu was a group of families that lived together, worked the land together and shared their belongings and mealtimes, just like a large family. Much like the Incan civilisation, Ayllu is about the coming together of friends and families and taking time to share an experience of great food and innovative cocktails with loved ones.Drawing on the inspiration of the Ayllu community, the menu consists of innovative small plates, designed for the whole table to share. Traditional Peruvian flavours are paired with Japanese influences, bringing fresh and zesty aromas to each dish.

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10. Smith's Bar & Grill

4.1

Excellent(1094)

Price: Moderate

• British • Paddington

Booked 32 times today

Smith's Bar & Grill is cozy because of its welcoming atmosphere and comfortable furnishings. As one reviewer said, 'Nice and comfortable with friendly staff' and another noted, 'Great location and ambience'. The restaurant is also praised for its excellent service, making it a warm and relaxing place to dine.

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Sarah
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had my 22nd birthday brunch here and I don’t have a single negative thing to say. Food was perfect. Service was perfect. Ambiance was amazing. Would 100% recommend!! Shout out to Yusuf and all the waitresses for their service.
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DRUNCH Regent's ParkPrice: Moderate• International• St John's Wood
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Christophervip
London •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
excellent food and delightful service as always. a great combination of laid back atmosphere with tasty cooking. exactly what north London requires. waiting staff are very friendly and engaged. one mild criticism is the arrival/seating process which is rather disorganised - we were eventually seated 15 mins after our reservation time but even that needed a couple of gentle reminders
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The ParakeetPrice: Very Expensive• Gastro Pub• Kentish Town
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4.8
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Stephanie
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was fantastic. Atmosphere was great. Wine list is exceptional for a pub. Service was hospitable but lacked a bit of attention (fork never came for one guest, sat with dessert menus for 30+ minutes, etc). In any case, will be back and already looking forward to it.
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The Drapers ArmsPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Angel
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4.6
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Arabella
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Such a lovely evening! The food was just incredible, particularly the venison tartare, pork loin and beef cheek. Just amazing. Such lovely staff who were always ready to help and even treated us to a complimentary pudding for our special occasion! The Guinness was also a major highlight. Huge fun sitting near the bar upstairs and watching the cooks create everything. Can’t wait to come back again, thank you for looking after us so brilliantly!
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The Lore of the LandPrice: Very Expensive• Gastro Pub• Fitzrovia
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4.7
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Fation
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Gaucho Hampstead gave us an incredible evening! The food was delicious, and the service was spot-on—friendly and attentive throughout. What made the night unforgettable was the amazing Tango Night with professional dancers. The energy and passion they brought made the whole experience so special. Can’t wait to come back for another amazing night!
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Gaucho HampsteadPrice: Expensive• Steak• Swiss Cottage
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4.6

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508 restaurants available nearby

1. The Lore of the Land

2. The Parakeet

3. Gaucho Hampstead

4. The Drapers Arms

5. DRUNCH Regent's Park

6. The Pig and Butcher

7. Afternoon Tea at The Landmark Hotel

8. Jolene Newington Green

9. Ayllu

10. Smith's Bar & Grill

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