We have actually been having some sunny weather in London over the past week or so . . . just in time for me to have an assignment due so have to stay inside. Typical. Anyway, we shouldn't get too excited - it may be sunny, but 15 degrees is hardly balmy!
Nevertheless, we took the opportunity for a lunch break mid-assignment on Sunday to walk down to the Alwynne Tavern at the end of Blackstock Road. While not a particularly exciting place, it has the significant advantage of a huge front area full of picnic tables, some of which were basking in the (periodic) sunshine.
Not in the mood for the traditional Sunday English roast, we went for burgers and chips. It wasn't a bad meal, but fairly standard chain-pub style.
Of course, all pub food here is immensely improved by the 'condiments basket'. So many condiments - mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, HP sauce - and as much as you want. Love the condiments basket.
I washed my burger down with a half-pint (I was supposed to be studying) of real cider, only to notice once I ordered it that it was 7.3% alcohol, so hardly taking it lightly. Kyle enjoyed a Bombardier (number 4 on his top 5 list of real ales).
Overall, a very pleasant hour outside in the sun. Must only be a couple more months until we can sit outside without coats on!
Food: 6.5/10
Drinks: 7/10
Service: 6/10
Ambience/sunshine: 9/10
Overall: 7/10
The Alwynne
83 St Paul's Road
London N1 2LY
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