About Thyme

There’s more to this well-liked neighbourhood eatery than its garish purple frontage & cheesy punning name. Inside is a jolly bistro serving attractively priced Franco-Med food typified by vigorous flavours & unexpected contrasts. Delicate courgette flowers are fortified with a stuffing of Ortiz anchovies & buffalo mozzarella, while top picks from the list of rugged mains could include wild rabbit, tomato & spinach ragoût or duck breast with rösti & braised red cabbage. After that, check out the honey & star anise pancakes filled with mixed berries & Chantilly cream. The set-lunch menu (£17.50/22.50 for two/three courses) goes down well with local office workers, while ‘thyme for a bite’ sharing plates are popular for after-work get-togethers. Spain & France claim top billing on the affordable wine list.