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Yelping SinceMarch 2009
Things I Lovesongs with whistling, grammar, medieval literature, feminism, yoga, brutalist architecture, semi-colons, coffee, coffee snobbery, tea, tea snobbery, teapots, G&Ts, G&Ts in teapots, Cholula
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1. Wandsworth Village Store
This small store may seem rather unassuming from the outside, but it's teeming with useful and delightful items whose variety goes well above and beyond the 'Shit, I forgot to pick up bread at Tesco' variety.
Why, yes, I would like to choose some…More »
2. Wandsworth Town Library
Don't you wish your borough had a library like mine?
Wandsworth Town library just reopened yesterday, and you can bet your bookmarks I was there. After a £1.5m renovation, the library is brand spanking new inside a beautiful listed building in the…More »
3. Wandsworth Common
I'm going to go with a big five stars here, and I don't think this is just neighbourhood bias.
I finally took a stroll through Wandsworth Common on the bank holiday yesterday and I was amazed with what it had to offer. Tennis courts, bowls, cricket…More »
4. Konnigans
This place is a gem. I've been several times now, so I feel I can say that.
The service is always friendly; the food is always tasty. The atmosphere is laid-back and rustic, with mismatched wooden tables and reclaimed church pew chairs adding to…More »
5. Collins Fish Bar
This is the best fish and chips I have found in London to date.
Believe me; I'm not one of those people who frequently spouts, 'This is the best [insert food stuff here] in London!'
No, I am not one for hyperbole.
You can trust me.
Really.
I am…More »
6. Doukan
As I wandered down Old York Road today waiting for a meeting with an estate agent, I passed by Doukan with its completely open frontage. The day was sunny, so the restaurant had opened itself onto the high street and situated tables out on the…More »
7. Brewers Inn
I've been back since my original post, and I've decided that the Brewers Inn is total class.
Yeah, it's pricey, but it's great. Pub-like in one room, lounge-like in the next, with a dining room at the back, a small Moroccan room for private parties…More »
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3/8/2009 First to Review
So, I just moved in across the street, and I'm without internet, furniture and miscellaneous other… Read more »
8. The Ship
I made the mistake of heading out to the Ship on the first sunny weekend day of Spring, and it was packed out with douchebags, young and old.
I couldn't get served by the bartender, because she was too busy serving twat (with popped polo-collar) after…More »
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1/9/2009
I'm torn. Really, I am. There are good things; there are not-so good things. Let's just say that… Read more »
9. The East Hill
If I had to choose between Wandsworth's most popular pub - the Alma - and the East Hill, I'd choose the East Hill any day. The cost of drinks and food at the East Hill is comparable to that at the Alma, but its uphill walk away from Wandsworth Town…More »
10. Fish Club
London SW11 1TH
020 7978 7115
Category: Fish & Chips
Neighbourhood: Wandsworth Common
I'm torn over Fish Club. On the one hand, I thoroughly enjoyed my grilled coley with sweet potato chips and salsa verde. On the other hand, this is NOT fish and chips, in my opinion. Do I rate it was a 'posh' chippie, or do I rate it as a damn…More »
11. King George's Park
Small and unassuming, King George's Park certainly isn't a destination.
But that means that there's more park for me and other locals without the rest of London there. The park's main draw for me has been the ten well-maintained and secluded tennis…More »
12. First Union Property Services
I didn't want to use an estate agent when I was moving house, but after weeks of trawling through Gumtree ads and discovering that most of them were posted by estate agents anyway, I knew it would be inevitable.
I started responding to ads posted by…More »
13. Chinese Family
The first time I got take-away, I thought this place might be run by the Chinese mafia but the food was AMAZING.
The second time I got take-away, the food was better than good.
The third time I got take-away, the card machine 'wasn't working', and when…More »
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23/8/2009 First to Review
I just ate the most surprisingly wonderful Chinese takeaway in my entire life. I say this, because… Read more »
14. Southside Shopping Centre
The shopping centre is a bone of contention for those who love to support local businesses, sure.
But I tell you what, having a place where you can pick up some fancy bread from Waitrose, some speciality vegan-friendly food from a Holland & Barrett, a…More »
15. Holy Cow
Currently, I am stuffed stupid full of paneer.
After receiving a menu through my letter box a couple weeks ago for the new Putney location of Holy Cow, I hemmed and hawed over whether I should order some Indian delivery for said weeks.
Today, the day…More »
16. Wandsworth Park
Wandsworth Park, it's nothing special.
There's one tennis court.
There's one field for bowls.
There's a little cafe.
There's a playground.
There's a big open green space.
There's a tree-lined promenade that hugs the Thames and overlooks another…More »
17. Alma Tavern
You'd be hard-pressed to find a pub in Wandsworth with a more convenient location for those who don't live in the area. You see, the train station is less than 20 yards away.
The pub itself is always pretty buzzing, even at 11pm on a week night, yet…More »
18. Brady's
Brady's turquoise façade calls to you as you walk down Old York Road from the train station on your way home.
'Eeeeaaat fish and chips tonight. Don't cook. Eeeeaaat meeeee.'
So, on Friday (appropriately) I stopped by. This chippie's shtick is that…More »
19. The Pantry London
I feel I should update my review to remove my slate against the Pantry.
Sure, the Pantry doesn't brew a particularly good espresso drink; it's true. But the Pantry ISN'T a coffee house, so I suppose it shouldn't be judged on its coffee alone.
The fact…More »
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24/9/2009
I returned to the Pantry one afternoon recently to give its baristas another chance and to see if I… Read more »
20. The Thai
The atmosphere really impressed me when I first sat down. Everything looked clean and chic yet cosy and comfortable. We received prompt service initially, that is, when we were the only people in the restaurant. But as soon as two families arrived…More »
21. Elegant Nails
Eh...
I went in for a manicure. I got to chatting with the esthetician about how my nails are weak and lame. She recommended UV Gel. I never technically consented to this service and she went ahead and applied it on top of the nail lacquer, but the…More »
22. Honey Cake Patisserie & Sandwich Bar
I had high hopes for Honey Cake. When I walked up and down Wandsworth High Street while scoping out the area for my upcoming move, Honey Cake shined as a bright beacon of carbohydrate goodness, with its baguettes and bagels in the window and rows…More »
23. Pets Pad
Despite its seemingly all-inclusive name 'Pets Pad', this place specialises in fish and marginalises anything else. Sure, they sell some things for cats and dogs, but Pets Pad doesn't really care about your cat or dog. Sure, you might find some…More »
24. Nando's
After living in London for a couple years, I really appreciate a Nando's. It's cheap, cheerful and generally pretty reliable.
But I've never even tried the chicken.
You see, I'm a vegetarian, but I love Nando's because there are no fewer than three…More »
25. Victoria Lala Hair & Beauty
For £42 pounds, you, too, could have a young woman have difficulty understanding what you're trying to tell her you'd like her to do with your hair, proceed to snip and chop your hair with such speed that you do not have time to tell her to stop…More »
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