We took advantage of the kitchen in our flat and prepared our own breakfast instead of going out. After a leisurely morning we headed back over to Islington to clarify some pressing knitting questions at Loop. Such an extended foray left me parched <cough> so I wandered back to The York in order to quench my thirst with a pint (maybe two, but who's counting?) If you haven't read my previous entries about the neighborhood the summary is this: Loop is a charming shop staffed by delightful people and The York is a solid pub with affable staff and a nice selection of beers to choose from as well as some tasty menu items.
After a couple of hours in Islington we returned to the hotel to drop off our bags before skipping over to Mayfair for dinner. My sister was in town for a few days, so we met her at Burger & Lobster (yes, our second visit this trip.) Since we tried new menu items the first visit this trip (which were quite good, but not as good as our favorites) we opted for the original lobster rolls this time, and they met our high expectations. My sister had the bun-less burger and raved over it. She can be a bit picky and reserves high praise only for things that are truly exceptional - she ended up returning for another burger a few days later before she left London.
Yes, it is that good.
After a leisurely (and tasty) dinner a short tube ride had us back at Gloucester Rd. Since my opportunities for rich, creamy, Guinness and cask-conditioned ales were growing scarce I sent my wife on to the hotel, and I went across the street to The Hereford Arms for a pint before calling it a night. Yes, there is a difference between what it served here and what is served across the pond.
After a couple of hours in Islington we returned to the hotel to drop off our bags before skipping over to Mayfair for dinner. My sister was in town for a few days, so we met her at Burger & Lobster (yes, our second visit this trip.) Since we tried new menu items the first visit this trip (which were quite good, but not as good as our favorites) we opted for the original lobster rolls this time, and they met our high expectations. My sister had the bun-less burger and raved over it. She can be a bit picky and reserves high praise only for things that are truly exceptional - she ended up returning for another burger a few days later before she left London.Yes, it is that good.
After a leisurely (and tasty) dinner a short tube ride had us back at Gloucester Rd. Since my opportunities for rich, creamy, Guinness and cask-conditioned ales were growing scarce I sent my wife on to the hotel, and I went across the street to The Hereford Arms for a pint before calling it a night. Yes, there is a difference between what it served here and what is served across the pond.
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