Le Joint Fish and Wine Bar — Restaurant in London

The first time I came here was a year or so ago - my friend and I were crawling bars and restaurants around the area and decided to end the day here. Enjoyed more than a few beers and shots with an incredibly friendly bartender whose impeccable service really made our night. He told us about their speciality, a whole grilled fish. Sadly, we had just had dinner and had to leave shortly afterwards.

For months, that night stuck in my head. I wanted to come back but never got around to it.

Cue last night, it was nearing 12am and the missus and I had unsuccessfully been trying to find anywhere open in the Elephant and Castle/upper Old Kent Road area after hitting a few bars nearby. I remembered that Le Joint is open all night so we stumbled in and after a short wait our food arrived. My God, it may be the best fish I’ve ever had. The skin was crispy; the meat was sweet, succulent and perfectly tender. Everything fell off the bone with ease and the plantain was perfectly cooked. Really enjoyed the pepper sauce that came with it as well which was enjoyably hot. Again, the service was great, the atmosphere was lovely and we left on a high for the rest of the evening. I can’t recommend this place enough and hope they get...

I was taken here and glad I was. The staff are very accomodating and friendly and even turned on the heating as I was cold. The grilled fish is their speciality. A whole grilled fish with fried plantains and fried yam. The flavor is great you can tell that the fish was marinated for some time. Perfectly cooked flaky fish and the pepper sauce for accompaniment was very hot and flavourful. I would recommend this restaurant the DJ was playing some great tunes and the vibe was mellow and cheerful. I would be back again , and will take a photo of the fish. For some reason I took a photo of the sauce only. The added touch also is the bowls of warm water to...

This African restaurant on Old Kent Road is truly a hidden gem. The warm and inviting atmosphere makes it a perfect spot for a meal, whether you're dining with friends, family, or even on your own. The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring you feel right at home from the moment you walk in.

The food is bursting with flavour, prepared with care and authenticity. Every dish is a treat, but for me, the highlight is definitely the grilled fish perfectly cooked, seasoned to perfection, and always served fresh. Whether you're a fan of African cuisine or looking to try something new, this place is an absolute must-visit. Highly...