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Elk in the Woods

39 Camden Passage, London N1 8EA

Bars Islington, Barnsbury
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Islington’s residents out hunting for antiques flock to this postmodern lodge in quaint Camden Passage for its breakfast: perhaps a potato & pancetta skillet with baked eggs, red pepper & tomato. Sitting among neo-baroque wallpaper, vintage mirrors & antlers & skulls mounted on rough-hewn wooden walls, they’re served by staff styled to match the surrealist-chic surroundings. Though priced for plump wallets, the menu offers some truly tempting combinations – a doorstep sandwich of veal, sautéed onion, gherkin, mustard mayo & Swiss cheese, for instance; or smoked haddock fish cake with garlic & caper mayonnaise, followed by chocolate fondant with mint ice cream. The wine list maintains the off-the-wall vibe. Alternatively, choose from the concise collection of cocktails, among them such delights as Polish martini: Zubrowka vodka shaken with krupnik honey liqueur & apple juice.

Overall Diner Rating

7.3
Food & Drink
7.7
Service
7.3
Atmosphere
8.0
Value
7.3

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  1. HP
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    HP ( 30s, Female, United Kingdom )

    February 2010

    I've passed by the Elk many times and at the weekends, it's always packed. A late breakfast there today was a pleasantly quiet affair and we couldn't fault the food, service or setting. The prices are about average for this part of town but the quality was above standard. Both dishes were beautifully presented; the warm croissant came with a whole pot of jam and the toasted muffin (with bacon, poached egg and hollandaise sauce) had been put together artfully. The coffee was notably better than the norm and not at all overpriced for London (£2.20). I can see why this place is so popular with the Islington in-crowd.

    • Overall: 8
    • Food & Drink: 8
    • Service: 8
    • Atmosphere: 9
    • Value: 8
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Essential Details for Elk in the Woods

  • Address: 39 Camden Passage, London N1 8EA
  • Telephone: 020 7226 3535
  • Website: Visit Elk in the Woods
  • Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am-10.30pm Sat-Sun 10.30am-11pm
  • Restaurant Facilities: Alfresco dining area

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  1. HP
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    HP ( 30s, Female, United Kingdom )

    February 2010

    I've passed by the Elk many times and at the weekends, it's always packed. A late breakfast there today was a pleasantly quiet affair and we couldn't fault the food, service or setting. The prices are about average for this part of town but the quality was above standard. Both dishes were beautifully presented; the warm croissant came with a whole pot of… More

    • Overall: 8
    • Food & Drink: 8
    • Service: 8
    • Atmosphere: 9
    • Value: 8
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