An interesting and eye catching building given the pink/blue illumination, and the chance to see in the 'BBC One Show' studio on the ground floor. But the best of all, is the random single ping pong table in the corner, and yes, it still has a ping pong ball and two rackets which thankfully have not yet been lost or stolen. It's a rare thing to find in London so have a play! Read more...

Being a new cinema has it's perks. Compared to the aging cinemas of the West End, this cineplex has a whole bunch of screens with a lot of choice for films. This makes it handy as there is always a film on worth seeing. Screen 5 is the best, since it's the 'xtreme' size screen, so most feature films are in here. The sound system is good and rumbly through the floor. The ticket machines outside are a bit naff, as there are often ques and they are hard to use, but you can book seats. The couple of pounds extra for the 'VIP' seats is nothing special, but if you want a bit of space I guess. The seats aren't as good as the BFI IMAX which has the couples seating. Tips, book in advance, make sure you book the large screen (they are labelled as such). There is about 20/25 minutes of adverts which start as the advertised start time, it probably takes about this long to get a ticket. Read more...

Barely big enough to fit in, this quirky and unique coffee/deli shop will be packed out with just 10 people inside. The two window seats are must haves if you come here. The have a specialty dark hot chocolate which they are known for, it's £5.50 and it is a treat. It's rich and thick. They also have a wide range of tea combinations worth trying out and a small cake selection. During a weekday afternoon its very peaceful. What you see on the inside is literally all there is to see. There is no toilets. The day I went they shut at 6pm. not 9pm as the listing says. Read more...

Other museums take note. Aside from the stunning museum venue itself, even my 'I don't like museums' friends found something to love about this place. The number of objects to look at, go up close to, and learn about is staggering. There is simply so much volume. It's free to enter, but even if you just give the recommended donation of £5 it's a bargain since it'll provide many hours of enjoyment. Another tip for the locals is the spacious Benugo cafes that occupy the corners of the main concourse. It's a stunning venue, but the cream tea is just £5. Nice tea and an even nicer jam and cream fruit scone. Read more...

Love this place, there is something for everyone, it's central, quick instant satisfaction. It's kitted out like a nice romantic restaurant, but then has this food boat self-service deli style. Just walk in and grab a free table, then get a hot plate and choose what you want from the food boat. Your plate is then weighed and then charged. A full plate large portion comes in at about £13. The great thing here is the choice. There is loads of options to choose from, the selection is changed all the time. So coming here week after week always promises something new, where as other restaurants stay the same old same old for months on end. Considering how central it is, it's great to walk in and have a full delicious meal within 5 minutes. It's always very busy, but there is always a table somewhere around. Read more...

Another popular tea room for Soho. This one has a wider range of flavored popping boba (fruit filled balls), so if you like those come to this one. The staff are all really friendly and will show you all the flavors. My favorite is lychee tea with sweet lime boba. The half-sugar version is more than sweet enough for my taste, so is an option to consider! Read more...

Hidden gem. This beautiful little courtyard is stacked high with little shops, restaurants, cafes, tea rooms etc. Even a yoga place. This is a wonderful location for date night. At Christmas time it's kitted out with decorations and lights. The pizza place here on the ground floor is my favorite. It can be a quieter here in the late evening so it's nice and personal. Perfect location for an Instragrammer. Read more...

This classical courtyard is well maintained and looks stunning. There are all sorts of events that are held here such as fashion shows, parties and special events in general. Probably the most notable public event is when the courtyard is transformed into an ice rink during winter and is a must see if you are visiting London. It's only a short walk from Covent Garden. In the corner of the yard is a coffee shop that is of surprising high quality with decent food and cakes. Go through the back main building to reach the Thames, and if you get a chance, explore the building. There are lots of interesting snaps to take if you're an Instagrammer. Read more...

As a local to this branch of Nandos I've had very mixed experiences over the years, so I would say it's geared more towards tourists than anyone else due to the varying service levels. Various regular issues I have is incorrect orders, cold food, long waits for table, to order food, and another for food to arrive; as well as the restaurant itself being cold, dark, and damp. It's not all bad, it's a Nandos at the end of the day. The Nandos in Stratford however is like a palace compared to Clink Street. I do recommend using the iPhone app to order to saving having to queue and at least having the right order. In summer sit outside, otherwise sit on the upper levels inside by the window facing the Thames. Read more...

A more civilized dining experience compared to the chaos down Brick Lane. The flavors here are amazing. The orange or coconut rice I could just eat by the bucket load, the rice alone is one of the reasons I keep coming back here. Loads of stuff for vegetarians, but I'm told the chicken stir-fry is delicious. They do a lunch bento box which is really big for a portion. Sweet naan is also a favorite. It's sometimes quiet here with it's busier time in the evenings. Read more...