Eating and Drinking in Hampstead!

Hamptstead is one of the places in London where those who live their brag about how its only 8 miles from central London. Those who don’t live there refer to Hampstead as ‘North London’ or on the ‘Northern Line.’

Whoever you may be, there’s some great food and drink to be had, here’s what we’ve found so far..

Ginger & White

Ginger & White leveraged on being the only decent café in the affluent Hampstead area; it was earlier lacking interesting places to eat and have a cuppa.

This petite coffee shop was the culmination of the antipodean café scene with British food culture. The good baristas here serve a perfect flat white. The café makes its own baked beans and the produce is sourced locally for the freshest ingredients. This kid-friendly café is usually packed with customers, including the little ones pattering about.

Locations: Hampstead and Belsize Park  Tel: 0207 431 9098 or 0207 722 9944
Website: www.gingerandwhite.com/

Jin Kichi

On Heath Street you will find this family-run authentic Japanese restaurant. The restaurant has a no-fuss decor featuring a robata grill, framed by counter seating at the centre. This is where the magic happens. The chefs serve you a delectable range of skewers such as Yakitori, the typical chicken and spring onion combo skewers, stewed pork belly & grilled salmon jaw.

Although specialising in skewers, they also serve delicious sushi rolls made with the freshest seafood. Each sushi reminds you a bit of Japan while being tucked away in Hampstead.

Address: 73 Heath Street, London NW3 6UG  Tel: 0207 794 6158
Nearest tube station: Hampstead  Website: www.jinkichi.com/

Mimmo La Bufala

Started by Mimmo La Bufala, this elegant Italian restaurant is a staple fixture in Hampstead for delectable Italian food. It showcases the traditional Naples gastronomic fare of pizzas, pasta, fish and meat dishes. We recommend their flavoursome veal steak and lamb Milanese, it is simply mouth-watering. In an al fresco setting, it has a warm and inviting atmosphere, just the place you want to be when in Hampstead.

Address: 45A South End Road, Hampstead, London,NW3 2QB  Tel: 0207 435 7814

Website: mimmolabufala.co.uk/  Nearest train station: Hampstead Heath

The Hampstead Butcher & Providore

This butcher, deli and charcuterie is the place to go to get your regular meat supplies. The proficient butchers offer the best cuts of traditional meats and cold cuts for all kinds of food preparations. Their free-range produce includes beef, pork, lamb and poultry from British free-range farms. They also sell game meat seasonally.

Hampstead Butcher is a known delicatessen serving freshly made sausages, sausage rolls, burgers and meat boxes. We recommend their superb award-winning scotch eggs. They make life a bit easier for local home cooks with their extensive range of marinades and oven-ready cuts.

Locations: West Hampstead, Hampstead  Website: www.hampsteadbutcher.com/

The Holly Bush

Atop Holly Hill, this historic pub has graced the Hampstead scene since 1643. Not much has changed, as visible in the striking ingrained vintage look. Etched glass, wood floor panels and the decorations give you a good dose of nostalgia.

Its menu includes traditional grub such as beef & ale pie, pheasant and fisherman’s pie; they are crowd favourites. Their impressive liquor stock include real ales such as Fuller’s ESB, London Pride and Harvey’s Sussex Best.

Address: 22 Hollymount, London, NW3 6SG
Website: www.hollybushhampstead.co.uk/
Nearest tube station: Hampstead

Roebuck

Serving British favourites such as bangers ‘n’ mash, lamb rump with polenta, pies and steak, Roebuck has created a place in Hampstead’s heart. You can choose from 21-day aged sirloin of beef and Dingley Dell Farm roast pork.

This nifty looking pub is adorned with wood-panelled interiors and comfy seating. So grab a spirit of your choice and enjoy the big game!

Address: 15 Pond Street, London, NW3 2PN  Tel: 0207 435 7354

Website: www.roebuckhampstead.com/  Nearest tube station: Belsize Park

Horseshoe

While not an ancient pub, this place sure is part of the culture! It is well-known to stock Camden Town Brewery beers on tap. Their Sunday lunches and roasts are quite a thing – they are wholesome and entirely delectable. Their Red Poll beef and seared scallops are best enjoyed with a good gulp of beer. Locals cherish their honest, fuss-free approach and great booze.

Address: 28 Heath Street, London NW3 6TE  Tel: 0207 431 7206

Website: www.thehorseshoehampstead.com/  Nearest tube station: Hampstead

Flask

Flask is an institution in Hampstead. This ancient Victorian pub has regular dedicated patrons – Byron, Shelley and Keats were some of the former ones. Originally a site for a mineral water business, it has gradually developed into a most loved pub. From duck rillettes with toasted brown sourdough bread to standard pub grub such as scotch egg and ale battered onion rings, Flask knows how to serve its patrons. They also have an impeccable wine list with wines such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, etc. They also serve Young’s unique cask-conditioned and bottled beers which includes their signature Young’s Bitter. Wine, beer, spirits or even food, Flask has the best of them.

Address: 4 Flask Walk, London NW3 1HE  Tel: 0207 435 4580

Website: www.theflaskhampstead.co.uk/  Nearest tube station: Hampstead

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