Paradise By Way Of Kensal Green

I went with my fiance on Saturday 30th August and we were both very impressed with the food. Service is very friendly and casual. We loved it so much we returned the following evening with friends and enjoyed our sunday roasts very much.

Our only gripes were being charged for extra bread (saturday) which we consider to be a bit stingy when you're in a decent restaurant, and being charged for a dessert wine that the waiter had suggested we try and which he gave to us "on the house" (sunday) This was quickly removed from the bill though when we brought this to their attention.

All in all, a great place with good food, buzzy atmosphere and quirky decor. Shame about the less-than-prime location but look beyond that and you won't be disappointed.
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Lucy
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Food 8 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 7
Monday, September 01, 2008

Its amazing how a couple of well publicized visits from a certain Miss K. Moss elevate a pub to 'hip' status.

Paradise though is a hidden gem. Especially those of you that know the area would appreciate that the location isn't the best. Whoever designed the interior though did an excellent job. Its beautiful, 'scruffy chic' at its best.

Very good for a chilled weekend drink or a pre big night somewhere else. Highly recommended!
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Deji - View all reviews by this user
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Food 7 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Went yesterday for dinner and was terribly disappointed after having read good reviews both online and in Restaurant magazine.

The menu is seasonal; however it was slightly incoherent as the puddings are English classics while the mains were all over the place. We had asparagus to start which were half the size - more like asparagus tips than proper English asparagus. Hake with summer veg was OK albeit the peas were undercooked and poor quality, while the broad beans were still in their skins. My duck confit was very dry - puy lenitls were very good but did not make up for a dish which is meant to be seriously juicy.

Spent £70 for two with one bottle of wine, one appetiser and no puddings or coffee - not good value for sub-par cooking. Will not return - a shame as it is close to home.
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Franco Fubini
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Food 3 | Service 4 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 3
Friday, June 27, 2008

Fantastic. As a lover of food and finding new places this was a brilliant find. Everything was perfect. The bar, the restaurant, roof garden. The food was excellent gastro and inventive but simpe. Lovely wine list. The staff couldnt have been more helpful. We were told the Sunday lunch is so busy you have to book or get there early. I 100% recommend this place and i cant wait to go back. Definately one of the best finds for a while and much nicer than Gordon Ramseys pub in Chiswick. This place rocks even for a pint. We took advantage of the 50% offer. Only downside was i ordered an irish coffee and was charged £8!! It wasnt strong either. Dont let this put you off though. I sould have asked first.
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Nick Crispin
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Food 8 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Monday, June 09, 2008

I have been to the Paradise on more than one occasion it just keeps getting better and better. The food, the wine, the staff and even the decor just oozes pure class and trendiness. For wine we selected the Spanish Rioja. This is reason to go back alone . After a 20 agonising minutes of trying to choose a starter (I wanted everything) I decided to get two! Choosing a main was equally as difficult but after the first taste of my Veggie Wellington, I knew I had made the right decision

The staff were as cool as the place, very friendly and very good looking, and big Thank You to Pedro for making us all feel right at home
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ana - View all reviews by this user
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Thursday, April 03, 2008

Now this is a great place to eat. For starters I had ½ dozen oysters which were so lovely, believe me when I tell you could of ate just oysters all night anyway had rib-eye for the main and traditional sticky toffee for desert which is always my favourite of the meal. The decoration and settings gives off that old English showy feeling but inviting and welcoming to everyone, without any uncertainty or a thought I this is the restaurant that I am enjoying the most and have been for the past few months. .
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Richard Moore
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Thursday, March 13, 2008

We ate here last night and had an absolutly gorgeous evening. The food is very good (high end gastro fare) but what really made the evening is the truly stunning dining room and the lovely atmosphere. Its a little of the beaten track but this restaurant is definately worth the journey. Can't wait to go back!!
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Captain Gin - View all reviews by this user
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Thursday, March 13, 2008

A hidden gem!

I had reason to be in West london on business and stumbled upon a pub where my wife and I thought we would grab a quick bite to eat - we ended up having a 3 three course dinner cooked by Tim Payne (formerly Marco Pierre White chef.) When we saw the menu we decided it was all or nothing and being big fish fans went for scallops, salmon, halibut and an amazing dish comprised of lamb and clams (who would have thought this would ever work!)

We went all traditional for dessert with sticky toffee pudding and rhubarb crumble.

We plan to go back again, despite the slightly lengthy journey from where we live!
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paddy99
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Friday, February 08, 2008

I knew what to expect when I made the journey across London to the Paradise as it was recommended by a close friend. I went with a group of friends for a Saturday night meal. We started with a few cocktails in the bar area (which is exquisitely decorated) and made our way through to the restaurant in the back. I started with the Dorset Crab which was just the right portion and left me wanting more. Sea Bass was my choice for the main and it was cooked beautifully although my girlfriends lamb made me wonder if I had made the right choice. The bill wasn’t too extortionate considering how well we ate. I can’t recommend this place enough, please build one in Shoreditch
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JC
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Food 9 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Saturday, January 26, 2008

Quite a shock actually. I went to this place years ago for a dirty little party in a room without any windows - and when my friend told me I was going to dinner at Paradise I assumed it was somewhere else.

Food was great. Crab and apple cocktail, a share of a beef wellington and a knickerbocker glory were my choices. Service was relaxed but efficient, we weren't rushed out despite it being a very busy evening and the room was lovely.

Found a room upstairs without any windows which I assume is the same one as I was in before but the party was not so dirty. There's also a garden on the roof now - which I'm sure wasn't there before.
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Shortsightedly
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Food 8 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Sunday, January 20, 2008