Going Out
Maida Vale has long been known as one of London’s smartest areas. Centrally located the neighbourhood has a feeling of luxury that sets it apart from the nearby hustle and bustle. Smart shops line Maida Vale side streets and the famous Portobello Road market is nearby with a wealth of antiques, memorabilia and other collectibles. Good restaurants are easy to come by in both Maida Vale and Little Venice. The nearby Westbourne Grove and Notting Hill give residents even more options where going out is concerned.
Graze Restaurant
215 Sutherland Avenue
Tel: 020 7266 3131
Graze is great for a relaxing evening, the cocktail list is varied, the food is excellent quality and the décor is chic. The staff are very friendly and the service is good. They often have themed nights and special offers running, so if you like the sound of Graze, go and check it out!
Le Cochonnet
Lauderdale Road, W9 1LT,
Tel: 020 7289 0393
Le Cochonnet is not just a great pizza/Italian restaurant but they also do great contemporary and traditional dishes, including a great steak and brilliant poultry dishes. Le Cochonnet has reasonable prices all year round and a great selection of wines. The staff are well mannered, competent and knowledgeable. This place has a great atmosphere, especially on a summer's evening with the front of house open to the lovely Maida Vale environment.
The Waterway
54 Formosa Street, W9
Tel: 020 7266 3557
A lovely bar/restaurant by the canal in Little Venice, with an outdoor patio area which has a barbecue on the go in the summer. In the colder weather you receive a nice cosy welcome from the pleasant staff. There is an extensive wine list and a delicious menu as well as being easy on the pocket.
Maida Vale Tandoori
49 Chippenham Road, W9,
Tel: 020 7266 4616
This is one of the best Indian restaurants around, the interior is warm and welcoming and the staff are friendly and attentive. Their dishes are scrumptious and really good quality. They serve the bowls on hot plates and the naan bread is yummy! It is good value for money, so if you feel like a casual curry, head down to the Tandoori!
Prince Alfred and Formosa Dining Room
5a Formosa Street
Tel 020 7286 3287
This bar/restaurant has beautiful décor and an amazing bar area and comfy chairs. The food is of exceptional quality and the service personal, attentive, friendly and responsive. They have a great selection of beers and a varied wine list and the prices are reasonable too.