Guidebook for London
Food Scene
This gastro pub has steak at its heart; its prime beef sourced from Smithfield market and grilled to perfection. This is a meat-lover’s dream with an extensive range of steaks including a 500g t-bone and 750g côte de boeuf. The Chamberlayne also specialises in whiskey – the perfect digestive after your meal. Cosy and relaxed, the Chamberlayne is the perfect local pub.
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The Chamberlayne
83 Chamberlayne RdThis gastro pub has steak at its heart; its prime beef sourced from Smithfield market and grilled to perfection. This is a meat-lover’s dream with an extensive range of steaks including a 500g t-bone and 750g côte de boeuf. The Chamberlayne also specialises in whiskey – the perfect digestive after your meal. Cosy and relaxed, the Chamberlayne is the perfect local pub.
You won’t find Gilligan here but you will find good times, great beer and a fun and friendly atmosphere. The Island is a great local, family friendly pub that offers seasonal ales and a monthly changing menu. On sunny days you can sit outside on the terrace, and when the weather turns cold head inside to the snug.
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The Island
123 College RdYou won’t find Gilligan here but you will find good times, great beer and a fun and friendly atmosphere. The Island is a great local, family friendly pub that offers seasonal ales and a monthly changing menu. On sunny days you can sit outside on the terrace, and when the weather turns cold head inside to the snug.
This Kensal Rise hub is where all of the cool and trendy head to for their morning caffeine fix. Owner and head chef, Doron Atzmon has become a local celebrity in his own right, and offers a tasty selection of salads, sandwiches, hot meals and sweets reflecting what is in season. The coffee here is a great and the triple choc brownies are even better.
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Minkies Deli
1-3 Station TerraceThis Kensal Rise hub is where all of the cool and trendy head to for their morning caffeine fix. Owner and head chef, Doron Atzmon has become a local celebrity in his own right, and offers a tasty selection of salads, sandwiches, hot meals and sweets reflecting what is in season. The coffee here is a great and the triple choc brownies are even better.
Experience Iranian cuisine and hospitality at this unique restaurant. A mouth-watering range of grilled meats, stews, salads and rice flavoured with the aromatic herbs and spices of Iran. The restaurant is decorated with traditional Persian textiles, tiles and glass, transporting you East while you eat your meal. The restaurant is large but they recommend booking in advance as it’s very popular, particularly on weekends.
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Behesht Restaurant
1082-1086 Harrow RdExperience Iranian cuisine and hospitality at this unique restaurant. A mouth-watering range of grilled meats, stews, salads and rice flavoured with the aromatic herbs and spices of Iran. The restaurant is decorated with traditional Persian textiles, tiles and glass, transporting you East while you eat your meal. The restaurant is large but they recommend booking in advance as it’s very popular, particularly on weekends.
Let your taste buds transport you to the sunshine and warmth of Lisbon at Lisboa Pâtisserie. Get here early to grab some of their famous pastel de nata – these custard tarts fly out the door as soon as they’re taken out of the oven. You can also purchase a strong Portuguese espresso and you may as well try one of the many other delicious sweet delights on offer.
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Lisboa Patisserie
57 Golborne RdLet your taste buds transport you to the sunshine and warmth of Lisbon at Lisboa Pâtisserie. Get here early to grab some of their famous pastel de nata – these custard tarts fly out the door as soon as they’re taken out of the oven. You can also purchase a strong Portuguese espresso and you may as well try one of the many other delicious sweet delights on offer.
Drinks & Nightlife
With the motto of ‘Home of the restless and the eclectic’ it is little wonder why Paradise attracts the most beautiful people of Kensal Rise. A glorious restaurant/bar/pub serving some of London’s finest food and best ales. It’s a great place for a night out, especially if you want dinner first. All the rooms have a fun and unique feel so it’s the perfect location to hire a room for a special occasion (trust us, it’s a showstopper). Come for Sunday lunch or dinner on a Saturday then stay late to make the most of the famously talented in house DJ’s. At weekends this place comes alive with live music, DJs and cult film nights during the week.
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Paradise by way of Kensal Green
19 Kilburn LnWith the motto of ‘Home of the restless and the eclectic’ it is little wonder why Paradise attracts the most beautiful people of Kensal Rise. A glorious restaurant/bar/pub serving some of London’s finest food and best ales. It’s a great place for a night out, especially if you want dinner first. All the rooms have a fun and unique feel so it’s the perfect location to hire a room for a special occasion (trust us, it’s a showstopper). Come for Sunday lunch or dinner on a Saturday then stay late to make the most of the famously talented in house DJ’s. At weekends this place comes alive with live music, DJs and cult film nights during the week.
For the speakeasy vibe and the sense you’re in New York, The Shop is a chic yet rough-round-the-edges cocktail bar serving jam-jar drinks and some easy listening beats. The local hipsters who haven’t yet migrated love this place and we do, too.
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The Shop NW10
75 Chamberlayne RdFor the speakeasy vibe and the sense you’re in New York, The Shop is a chic yet rough-round-the-edges cocktail bar serving jam-jar drinks and some easy listening beats. The local hipsters who haven’t yet migrated love this place and we do, too.
Entertainment & Activities
The website states that the Lexi Cinema is “the UK’s first social enterprise independent boutique digital cinema.” That’s quite a mouthful and a fantastic example of social enterprise. One hundred per cent of the profits made are donated to charity and the cinema is run by volunteers. You can also see live theatre, opera and there’s an exhibition space. Plus you can hire out the venue for special events.
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Lexi Cinema
194b Chamberlayne RdThe website states that the Lexi Cinema is “the UK’s first social enterprise independent boutique digital cinema.” That’s quite a mouthful and a fantastic example of social enterprise. One hundred per cent of the profits made are donated to charity and the cinema is run by volunteers. You can also see live theatre, opera and there’s an exhibition space. Plus you can hire out the venue for special events.
Lord's Cricket Ground
Saint John's Wood RoadSightseeing
For a piece of architectural splendour and something just a little bit different, pay a visit to Europe’s first traditional Hindu temple. This outstanding building is open to everyone and you can discover the intricate carved details of the temple and learn more about the Hindu faith. There is also an authentic Indian restaurant serving vegetarian cuisine.
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BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Pramukh Swami RoadFor a piece of architectural splendour and something just a little bit different, pay a visit to Europe’s first traditional Hindu temple. This outstanding building is open to everyone and you can discover the intricate carved details of the temple and learn more about the Hindu faith. There is also an authentic Indian restaurant serving vegetarian cuisine.
Abbey Road Studios
3 Abbey Rd
Klein Venetië
6 Warwick AveParks & Nature
Roundwood Park
Arts & Culture
Het Design Museum
224-238 Kensington High St