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Not Starred But Recommended

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Bōkan at Novotel (Isle of Dogs)

30th September 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Restaurant on the 37th floor of the newly opened (2017) Novotel in Canary Wharf from by ex-L'Atleier de Joel Robuchon (London) chef providing some lovely moments and views for all

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: International

Address: 40 Marsh Wall, Isle of Dogs, London E14 9TP

Food Rating: 67%

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Pidgin (Hackney)

10th December 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Newly starred restaurant (as of 2017 guide) serving oustanding dishes - a wonderful, neighbourhood venue in East London

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Brtish Modern

Address: 52 Wilton Way, London E8 1BS

Food Rating: 87%

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The Gun (Canary Wharf)

5th November 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Beatifully decked out (inside and out) East London pub with good food, log fires and a riverside view

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: 27 Coldharbour, London, E14 9NS

Food Rating: 69%

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Tom’s Kitchen (Canary Wharf)

5th June 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Easygoing brasserie from Tom Aikens in a growing London chain 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Canary Wharf, Canary Wharf Group, 11 Westferry Circus, London E14 4HD

Food Rating: 69%

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Typing Room (Bethnal Green)

16th January 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Calm, elegant and pleasing restaurant with open kitchen, serving some well prepared food in Bethnal Green by Lee Westcott

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Town Hall Hotel, Patriot Square, London E2 9NF

Food Rating: 80%

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The Narrow (Limehouse)

18th December 2015 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Picturesque Gordon Ramsay pub sat overlooking the Thames at Limehouse with long, conservatory restaruant serving doable food. 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditional

Address: 44 Narrow Street, Limehouse, E14 8DP

Food Rating: 64%

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Elephant Royale (Docklands)

25th May 2015 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Thai restaurant overlooking the Thames a minutes walk from the Greenwich foot tunnel

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Thai

Address: Lockes Wharf, Westferry Road, London E14 3WA

Food Rating: 68%

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ROKA (Canary Wharf)

8th December 2013 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Part of a four part chain in London (at time of writing) serving decoratively served Japanese food in a stylish venue - very good value for unlimited booze brunches at the weekend

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 1st Floor, 40 Canada Square, London, E14 5FW

Food Rating: 64%

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  • Food Rating - 64%
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Summary

Value weekend brunch.
Stylish design.
Overlooking Canada Sq, Canary Wharf.

Value for money.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 1st Floor, 40 Canada Square, London, E14 5FW

Website: ROKA (Canary Wharf)

Telephone: +44 20 7636 5228

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About Me

meMy hobby-turned-passion began to evolve during my assignments to London where I was fortunate enough to be able to explore all the Michelin starred restaurants in my spare time and as a result, I gradually built up a catalogue of all these venues.

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