Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Barnet

A must-visit for lovers of authentic Mediterranean cuisine! The frittura was crispy and light, the pescatora risotto rich and flavorful, and the grilled octopus perfectly tender. The zuppa di pesce was a comforting, aromatic delight. For dessert, the ricotta e pera was creamy and delicate, while the rum baba was soaked to perfection. Great food, warm ambiance, and excellent service—an absolute must-visit! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Lovely ambience Excellent service quite expensive would highly recommend And of course Great food

Excellent food and service as always. Is a very high quality local restaurant

Overall, the food selection and options are commendable. The service is good—attentive and polite. However, the most critical aspect of this review is the food itself. In Asian cuisine, rice is the essential ingredient in every household, and every respected chef must understand the importance of preparing quality (Kome) rice. Given that a majority of the sushi bar dishes on your menu are based on rice—approximately 80%—it is imperative that it be prepared to perfection. Unfortunately, I have encountered dishes where the rice lacked texture, was underseasoned with sushi su, and resembled congee (for those unfamiliar, that’s porridge) with tinny bites of undercooked as well. This issue has arisen on more than one occasion with my family dining at Oita . Let me be clear; I’m not seeking free food or discounts; that’s not my intention. However, when I’m craving sushi and desire authenticity, I can no longer consider Oita my top choice. The subpar quality of the rice is something that should be acknowledged, as it’s important for restaurants to recognize when customers have valid feedback.

We had a very enjoyable lunch at the Clissold Arms. The food and service were excellent.