Banners

i have to agree with the last comment, the staff almost seem like they have something better to do! The food is very good but unfortunately the staff spoil the entire experience.
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Andrew Sinclair
4 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 3
Saturday, March 06, 2010

Well I've eaten at Banners for many years but from now on I'll be giving it a miss. Overall it's been a great place to eat hearty food in a pleasant atmosphere. Unfortunately the waiting staff just don't match up and in recent times have been little short of poor and surly. Until there's a change in some of the staff we'll be giving it a miss. Particularly poor treatment of our young kids on the last three occasions.
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Peter Simpson
3 Overall rating
Food 5 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 3 | Value for money 3
Friday, December 04, 2009

I've left a number of reviews on here about this place - some good, some bad.

Sadly, after yet another awful meal I think I'll be giving the place a miss from here on in.

On four, FOUR seperate occasions either myself or my partner has been served inedible, chewy, disgusting meat. If you're paying £15 for a meal, you'd expect to not get offcuts and lumps of gristle.

I know there's a recession on, but really - is good, well-cooked meat that hard to come across?

That's it for me.
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John
5 Overall rating
Food 0 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 0
Monday, November 16, 2009

Probably one of my fav restaurants in London, for its ease of service, laid back atmosphere and good quality of food. I have been coming here for years now and can say i dont think i have ever had a "Bad" meal. You get popcorn when you're seated and jelly beans with the bill, great touch. The Jerk Chicken is a massive favorite for me. There is only one bad thing for me, it can sometimes get hot inside. Thats it though. Quality food, great service its quite simple.

I can hand on heart recommend this place highly. Book though as it can get busy.
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Michael
8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Monday, August 31, 2009

We have been to Banners numerous times and the service has always been laid back but attentive and friendly. The food is tasty and the portions are pretty big. Best of all is the atmosphere - it successfully combines being both a relaxed bar and unpretentious restaurant. The staff have mostly been the same for years and obviously enjoy working here. For a friendly, chilled place to eat in North London, I couldn't recommend it higher!
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Jon Crwys-Williams
9 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 8
Friday, May 15, 2009

I am actually shocked to read some of the reviews on here... I found the service in Banners to be very friendly and attentive, without being overbearing. Our glasses were always topped up, the food was incredible and we even left with a doggy bag at the end of the evening.

Also, Banners is not supposed to be an 'American style' restaurant, it is filled with Carribean-esque food and is very laid back and hippie-ish... if it's an American style restaurant you want, there's a burger joint round the corner!!
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Steph
9 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Monday, May 11, 2009

I visited Banners with my partner and our two teenagers and we all loved it. The service was very good and the staff were attentive and chatty. We all loved the food and the eclectic and healthy food choices. The beers and smoothies were lovely although I've had better Pina Colada's.

I'm very shocked at the reviews on here and would recommend Banners very highly.
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Dawn Anderson
9 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 7
Wednesday, April 08, 2009

I agree with most of the reviews about the rude staff at Banners!

I went there on a Saturday afternoon with my boyfriend. I arrived at the restaurant first and asked the waitress what was on the specials she looked at me as if I asked her to do something really difficult "I can tell you what the specials are now but I will probably have to repeat myself again when your boyfriend arrives however I will tell you anyway since you can't wait 5 minutes!" Unbelieveble attitude!

The restaurant wasn't even that busy and there was only 3 things on the specials, it really wasn't that difficult and my boyfriend wasn't even interested in the specials anyway!
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4 Overall rating
Food 5 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 0
Tuesday, March 31, 2009

went 4 valentines with my partner and children.

we all enjoyed the food and service.

the portions are large and good value 4 ££.

defo go there again.

would recomend it :)
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mel
8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Sunday, February 15, 2009

Went to Banners last night for a relaxed dinner with a couple of friends. The food was very good, particularly the jerk chicken and fried plantain. However, the serice was absolutely AWFUL. The waitress serving us was rude, unhelpful and extremely slow.

The only reason I came here was for the food.... it is quite a drive from my home. I shall not be returning anytime soon. Unless it's for take away!
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Ash, London
5 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 3 | Value for money 8
Wednesday, February 11, 2009