Bluebell Bistro — Restaurant in London

Having been asked to come along and do a review on this cafe restaurant makes me feel proud and happy to know that people enjoy my reviews and take my blogs serious. My experience here at the Bluebell Bistro was very positive. I enjoyed my stay at this decent sized inside Bistro with outside seating. The food was very nice, well priced for the area. Both staff and management are very friendly, talkative and quick to take my order. The environment is one of historic and wooded feel with vintage phones, pictures and ornaments dotted around the premises. It's a very clean, comfy, basic but nice place to stop in for a quick bite or relaxing meal with friends, family or on your own. The menu has a great variety of hot & cold foods, drinks and deserts to chose from. There is also a good selection of freshly made smoothies for the health conscious customers, well worth trying. The bistro is located in the upper Holloway area, on the high street next to various shops to keep you entertained on a good day out. Public transport is just a minute walk outside and the tube station just a short distance in either direction and the Odeon Cinema practically across the street, making the Bluebell Bistro the perfect place to visit prior or after a good film night out. Give it a go and share your experiences...

UPDATE MARCH '23 Another brilliant visit! I had the Bistro Special brunch and my partner had the Vegetarian breakfast. Service was great and they were very accommodating with GF and allergy requests. Food looked and tasted amazing as always. Started to get busy towards the end of are meal but service was still wonderful.

Always take someone new here everything I visiting they are always equally impressed!

ORIGINAL Visited Bluebell Bistro on my last two trips into London. Wonderful location with great food and service!

First time visiting I had the Vegan Delight breakfast- an amazing alternative to a cooked breakfast with delicious ingredients. A family member ordered the Full English breakfast and was also very impressed with the quality.

Visited twice this week, once during a quiet evening period- having the Vegan Golden Rice. Again, a beautiful looking and tasting dish of fresh ingredients. On my second day I went during a busy breakfast period and had the Vegetarian breakfast which was also very good!

On all occasions, regardless of how busy it was, service was quick and the staff were very caring and attentive.

Coffee is also of very good quality and the atmosphere of the building is outstanding.

Bluebell Bistro is an absolute gem, can't recommend...

It's been hipster-ised a little too much for me and the decor now gives me a headache (argh, the lighting!). It was PERFECT before the last makeover. That said, it's still an amazing cafe/restaurant. Great value for money and there is literally something for everyone on the menu, whether you're diabetic, vegan, or can indulge in anything you want, whether you want fusion food or a fry-up.

The food is always flavoursome, with perfect portion sizes and nicely presented. If you order a salad, you're not getting some tired iceberg and stringy supermarket chicken; they use quality ingredients and fresh herbs and spices. This has been my go-to spot for over a decade when friends or family visit me. Everyone I bring has always enjoyed their meal.

Please don't get too hipster-ish and start serving everything on wooden boards or in brioche buns - please. The reason you've, deservedly, been around so long is because you catered to everyone (young or old, traditionalists or trendsters) with an inclusive menu, excellent food, friendly service, and value for money. Make sure us old-timers don't feel pushed out. Finsbury Park has been...