Simpsons Tavern

I was told this place was a real taste of the old city establishment - and it didn't disappoint.

We arrived without a booking on St George's day (big mistake) but the ladies who run the place made every effort to fit us in and we had a great lunch - lovely steak, bubble and squeak, spinach, mash potatoes and mushrooms. All washed down with apple crumble and custard. Completely stuffed and what a great experience and the prices are very reasonable also.

I will be making this a regular lunch venue to meet old friends and colleagues - you won't find a better old city experience than this. Make your booking now!
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, May 02, 2008

Food was very good and substantial. Service was pleasant enough not particularly outstanding. Upon leaving 'waitress' said..."gentlemen service charge is not included, you have not left much" ! , this despite leaving a 9% tip. OK not a huge amount but enaough for pub grub.
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Food 8 | Service 5 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 7
Friday, February 29, 2008

Just about the worst dining experience Ive had in 7 years in London. I am quite sure it is possible to be a traditional English dining tavern without the owners and staff being quite so unpleasant and rude. The food itself is fine. Everything else is hopeless. Never ever ever again.
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duffer
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Food 6 | Service 1 | Atmosphere 1 | Value for money 3
Thursday, January 31, 2008

All of the other comments have an element of truth; the service is often rushed and you will undoubtedly share a table but the food is generally good ........I think that what some people are missing is that these are the characteristics that make the place unique.

Silver service it is not ; you are more likley to be called darling than Sir but it is definately charming in its own way.

An excellent old English dining experience.
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Food 8 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Tuesday, July 10, 2007

I got taken here for a working lunch and I had the roast beef - fantastic! Amazing horseradish! No complaints from me! But I wouldn't take my mates there, it's a bit too upmarket for that!
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JenPegs
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Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 7
Friday, July 28, 2006

The poor reviews all seem to have come from people who went in December - the craziest busy time. The waitresses do there best to seat as many people as possible when busy but it is best to avoid the place in the build up to Christmas. If you know what to expect, the place won't come as a shock to the system. It really is a fantastic place steeped in history and once the waitresses know you they treat like a favourite nephew. The food is not always exactly what you asked for but there is no better place to lunch with friends and be served by Sheila or Iris
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Andreas
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 8
Wednesday, March 29, 2006

Decent food in an authentic Victorian chophouse. I've been there at both quiet and busy times and, contrary to what many say here, have never been treated rudely. Service has sometimes been rushed, but has always been quite polite. A very enjoyable, very English dining experience.
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Laurie K.
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Food 7 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 4
Friday, March 24, 2006

Visited on Dec 15th. Good atmosphere & food. Expect to share a table - it's what happens here. Only minus point was getting charged for a bottle of wine that had been handed to us from the people next to us!
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Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 8
Sunday, December 18, 2005

Food usually good if you like large portions. Service scatty (not Rug type) though declines considerably over the Christmas Season when the next bums on seats are more important than another bottle of port!
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Charvez
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Food 4 | Service 4 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 4
Friday, December 16, 2005

Quite possibly one of the worst pub experiences I have had. After booking a group of 12 for a lunch at this place we were told rudely on arrival (on time) that if all our group weren't here then we would lose the table. The food was below 2nd rate and the main courses were generally lukewarm to cold, without exception, when the kitchen was only 5m across the floor. Hardly enough sides of peas and bubble & squeak were provided for our group. And the price for all this was an exorbitent £35 per person! Very disappointing.
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steve
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Food 3 | Service 4 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 2
Thursday, December 15, 2005