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Ottolenghi
Mediterranean Restaurant and Middle Eastern Restaurant££££
Islington, London
The folks at Time Out London and New York Habitat like this place. Would you agree?
"Meringue is heavenly- crunchy outside and chewy inside."(9 Tips)
"Often busy - get a coffee & delicious cake (oh the cake!!) to go"(39 Tips)
"The complementary corn bread with olive oil is to die for!!"(5 Tips)
"healthy food place"(19 Tips)
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Susanna SooAugust 11, 2015Easily became one of my favourite restaurant in London. Tasty, healthy, great range of organic wines, some of the best deserts I have had. I will keep coming back for more!!
Very nice place for brunch, nice food and good service, and desserts to die for (try cheesecake)! We had yo wait 30 min for the table though, which would make me think twice of going back there.
EddJuly 18, 2016Their mains shine but make sure there's space for desserts. The carrot walnut cake with cream cheese and chocolate cake with rum were one the best ones I've ever had.
Chantelle TangOctober 5, 2015Such a good variety of fresh salads and mains. I had the salmon with the butternut squash and the aubergine salad. For dessert, the chocolate cake with baileys in the middle. Will definitely return!
Ashley DandoSeptember 6, 2020It’s all good. The salads and cakes are worth every penny. Salmon was perfectly cooked, aubergine and rice salads were great with it
Michael WozniakDecember 21, 2015The best scrambled eggs I have ever had. Also, amazing selection of desserts. Love coming back.
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Orianne CormanMay 19, 2017Second time I have been at Ottolenghi and as always food was tasty, wine perfect and the service great. They offered me to taste a quirky wine before deciding. Much appreciated !
Enna mkJuly 30, 2017Meringue is heavenly- crunchy outside and chewy inside. Don't forget to grab a bag of granola: trust me, it will brighten your morning!
ZuzApril 16, 2016This is just not fair.. Everything looks so amazing. Order everything! Bare in mind you might wait in a long queue
Richard RevisOctober 19, 2013Considering the price, one of the best restaurants I have had the pleasure of visiting in many years. Cakes are incredible. Baileys chocolate cake and passion fruit tart were both outstanding.
IrinaJanuary 16, 2015Simply delicious. French toasts are huge, lunch menu is quite diverse & good value for money. Be sure to try aubergines.
Sussie QDecember 10, 2012Everything is good in there, food, coffee, atmosphere, service, maybe not so much of the queue.. but is worth to queue for a great food!
Xuan LimFebruary 16, 2014Best croissant outside of Paris, faultless service, and a window display to die for. Get here around 10am and you won't have to wait for a table.
Olly WiltonApril 24, 2015Bacon leek and parmesan quiche with roasted aubergine, almonds and curry cauliflower with yogurt. Outstanding
Vic McGinMay 1, 2015Book in advance for dinner. Beautiful salads, cakes, coffee, wine, everything! Get in at 8 for breakfast, or be prepared to line with grumpy mums with prams.- LéaApril 5, 2018We had the lemon-mascarpone tart and the vanilla financier, really tasty ! Next time we will come to brunch
Rob NeroJune 1, 2018Amazing food from the chef of some wonderful cookbooks. Get a reservation early! Has bar seating that you can't reserve, and works well for 1-2 people.
Fatima Al-HalwachiFebruary 26, 2015The Shakshuka is a breakfast must try! A new fave of mine. Love the middetearanean flavors & presentation
Kurt HaaNovember 3, 2015great desserts! Lively place, friendly staff, ridiculously expensive dishes, and uninteresting menu & wine list.... Ideal spot for insecure & wannabe people
Jade L.February 16, 2013You must order the roasted aubergine with turmeric yoghurt and pomegranate seeds salad AND the roasted butternut squash salad! Vegetables have never tasted this amazing.
Stephanie AllenJuly 8, 2015Such a fun experience! Really interesting food combinations and friendly, helpful servers. Definitely ask staff for food and drink recommendations.
New York HabitatMarch 27, 2012Be sure to book a table in advance for this popular restaurant! The food is absolutely delicious, but be careful not to fill up too fast because you do not want to miss the deserts!
Claudius HenrichsMarch 24, 2017Bread platter is one of the rare opportunities in London to taste proper sourdough. Yummy!
Frankie RobertoDecember 10, 2014Go early or late for breakfast / brunch to avoid the queue. Communal tables and hard surfaces mean it can be noisy, but the food is excellent.
MLe BApril 18, 2018Make a reservation far in advance, watch multiple couples and such get turned away even on a weekday.
Trish LimJuly 29, 2014Really enjoyed the red quinoa, basmati rice and broad beans salad. Everything else on the menu is good though, how can salad taste this good!- D MFebruary 12, 2016What a place! Great selection of cold and hot dishes, awesome atmosphere and some good wine. Book well in advance.
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsJuly 26, 2015how about ‘pan fried plaice with dill risotto, mixed mushrooms and rosemary oil? But really everything is amazing here! Read more
hotel.infoOctober 4, 2011Had T/A for dinner in Islington Green on a warm night. Rosewater salad and the roasted aubergine dish were fave! The coriander sauce with the beef was really good too. Read more
Yoga With EduardoFebruary 6, 2016Love this place the food is really good but it's slightly over rated because it's always too busy. I recommend maybe just grabing some take away
The apple and sultana cake with maple frosting is the best cake. Ask for your coffee extra hot- they tend to serve it very luke warm.
Jack HaynesDecember 15, 2014Splendid just for a takeout coffee - incredible aromas in the mocha. One day I'll be able to afford to book for a meal.
Mark KacaryNovember 20, 2016What's not good here is the question and the answer is nothing. It's all excellent
Nick FMarch 10, 2013Order lots and share. The chocolate fondant cake is delightful. Giant meringues look good but very awkward to eat.
- Gary SimmonsMay 27, 2013Delicious food but very expensive! Save it for a special occasion (when you're not paying). Read our full review on Scoff London: http://scofflondon.com/restaurants/ottolenghi-islington-review-n1/
Jake DylanOctober 7, 2016Fantastic food at a very reasonable price. Perfect for date night or just quality food.
BrianOctober 13, 2014The HoCho is slightly alcoholic, and spiced with nutmeg (among others). Have it with the Bailey's loaf cake- Ieva LekaviciuteJanuary 31, 2015Amazing and inspired healthy food place that is also pocket-friendly. Flourless chocolate cake is heaven on Earth...
Gerry BolgerMay 4, 2014Amazing service and seated at the top of the table can see all the food offerings. The service & staff are excellent.
Jane ScarsbrookDecember 3, 2017Everything is good here - had a mix of four salads and an amazing cloudy dry prosecco
Mish'al Al-SaqerAugust 26, 2017Ottolenghi where you can order Shakshuka and pancake at the same place.
LucasOctober 11, 2015Food is great, service is even better. Not many vegan options, despite foursquare saying so.
Urban NomadDecember 16, 2012Roasted aubergine with turmeric yoghurt and pomegranate seeds (Time Out London's 100 Best Dishes)
Katy ZackFebruary 3, 2017The best desserts to take away. Always impresses people when you show up with a box from here.
Healthy tasty salads and breakfast, unhealthy tasty cakes and pastries.
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Ottolenghi is a Meditteranean restaurant with dishes created by chef Yotam Ottolenghi. The dishes while Meditteranean also reflects NorthAfrican and Middle Eastern influences.
Closed until 9:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sat
- 8:00 AM–10:30 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
+44 20 7288 1454
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Outdoor Seating
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Music
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- 7.5
"Excellent food and service. Mediterranean brunch is particularly fine, scrambled eggs with feta cheese mixed in, also lamb sausages and delicious hot buttered Turkish bread, like a Turkish fry-up."
Natalie Downe - 9.0
"Have been there twice for dinner, try the rabbit pastilla (delicious) and miso quail! Yottam Ottelenghi, I salute thee!"
Adeline T - 8.5
"Very tasty, creative brunch choices. I recommend the step sister and a side of halloumi with pistachio and orange!"
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