The Lock

Made use of their eat for under a fiver promotion on a weeknight. Not much choice on this set menu but all the dishes were all fantastic esp the guinea fowl. Service was good too and its not too formal or haughty. Highly recommended.
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Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Saturday, June 27, 2009

Saturday 28 February 2009. I had been to The Lock twice before and was already impressed by the quality and variety of the menu. The wine card is excellent too. I took three friends, all very serious foodies, there for the tasting menu. We were all very impressed. There were no weak parts to the menu and the standard of cooking was superbly judged over the whole seven courses, that is unusual. The waiter was attentive but not overbearing. The restaurant greatly benefits from a knowledgeable maitre d' who offered us well informed guidance. I hope this restaurant prospers as the staff clearly enjoy what they are doing. It is tremendous to have somewhere of this quality in N17 on our doorstep rather than having always to shlep into central London for somewhere decent to eat. Indeed central Londoners would do well to get themselves on the Victoria line out to Tottenham Hale!
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Charles
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 9
Wednesday, April 08, 2009

Wanderfull Valentine evening, romantic and cozy, not rushed like most restaurant ,infact we were the last table to leave at 1.00 am.

Loved the food, loved the atmo, loved the service, discovered this restaurant trough Top Table, as I just moved to London and in the area, this time booked directly and more satisfied than the first time.GO GO GO
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Franca
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, February 20, 2009

We had Sunday lunch here and it was incredibly reasonable - they had a £5 a course promotion.

It was just after Christmas and as well as good roasts etc they brought us a plateful of mince pies and extra xmas-y vegetables.

HIghlight was a lovely butternut squash & pumpkin soup. Nice coffee too.

The atmosphere was lovely even though it was quiet - jazzy music, cosy & warm, super-friendly waiter.

This is a great place to know about if you've family nearby like us & need a place to meet up for a meal.

It's also good for dog owners because if you get a window table you can keep an eye on your car.
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Jane Hayward
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Food 8 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Sunday, December 28, 2008

Have just eaten at The Lock for the first time - amazing food, beautifully cooked, lovely service. This place deserves to be packed.
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Food 10 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 9
Sunday, September 14, 2008

Had my second visit to The Lock last night, a special 30th birthday treat with my boyfriend. The food was absolutely sublime and the service attentive without being over the top and cloying which often ruins things for me.

I've eaten in some top notch establishments in London and Europe and the food at The Lock is beyond compare, whilst at the same time being reasonably priced.

I even couldn't resist the banana in the pre-desert amouse bouche and anyone who knows me will tell you how much I absolutely despise that evil fruit! Who knows, next time they might even get me to eat rocket willingly!
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Gem
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, June 11, 2008

I first discovered The Lock restaurant when I was searching a restaurant for my wedding reception in the area of the post code N17 in North East London.

The manager is very friendly. He helped us choosing an appropriate menu according to our budget and the diversity of guests we had (Italian, French, English). He invited us for a menu testing.

Before the wedding we also went twice (once with our futur witnesses and once with my parents) to the restaurant to experience the place.

We all loved the food, atmosphere, service, plus it's pretty good value for money.

The other pus side is the beautiful garden where we drank our 1st glass of Champagne and where the smokers were able to go between meals.

The only negative point is we sometimes calls the waiters to remember to bring more bottles of wines on the tables, but all the staff are very friendly.

The restaurant is closed on Saturday lunch but it opens for private party so we had the restaurant just for us, it was fantastic.
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Mrs Celine LUTZU
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Saturday, May 17, 2008

Did the diner Snailporridge actually go? Seems to have missed any relevant points to justify his review!

The Lock continues to go from strength to strength and here in Tottenham we are one lucky neighbourhood to have such a fantastic place. The food is heavenly, innovative and constantly delicious. On my last visit I had steamed crab lasagne, beef forerib to share and caramel masarpone with pistachio biscuits. It was quite simply the best meal I have had so far this year and great value for money. The whole experience was compounded by the friendly and knowledgeable service and is one of the reasons I shall keep going back. Excellent.
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Gerry
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, April 22, 2008

Very very disappointed. food well below par and service abominable. Nothing that the 'Gordon Ramsay' treatment couldnt solve. We did not leave a tip on purpose.

We tipped them in accordance!!
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snailporridge
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Food 1 | Service 1 | Atmosphere 1 | Value for money 1
Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Had dinner with two friends on Friday 13th April and enjoyed it very much.

Food was beautifully presented and skillfuly cooked and very reasonable prices.

My husband had breast of lamb with polenta cake to start and even after only getting a tiny bit to taste, I thought it one of the best starters I've ever eaten. His main course of pork (and crackling) on black pudding and bubble and squeak was also wonderful.

I decided to have two starters and a pudding. I had salmon with potatoe salad and a delightful crab lasagna with tomatoe and cocunut sauce. I also had the cholocate pudding which for me, was overcooked.

However, we all enjoyed our evening and will return.
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Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 10
Monday, April 14, 2008