The Alexandra — Restaurant in London

Headed into The Alexander for a cozy pub experience and a roast dinner that I didn't have to cook myself. Young’s pubs have a reputation in London for being top-notch, and this one is impressively large, complete with a sports bar. This means it can get quite busy on football days, but the lively atmosphere is part of the charm.

I decided to go for the chef’s roast to get a feel for the overall quality. Unfortunately, they were out of one of the meats, so I chose the slow-roasted lamb shoulder. It was presented well, and the server did a great job explaining the dish. However, I was a bit let down when I found a smaller piece of lamb than expected under the Yorkshire pudding, particularly for a £28 meal.

The plate was cold, which didn’t help on a chilly day, causing the gravy and food to cool down too quickly. The lamb had hints of garlic and rosemary but was a bit dry in places. The carrot was cooked perfectly, though the cabbage and celeriac didn’t impress much. The roast potatoes were crisp but lacked flavor, overwhelmed by the oil. The Yorkshire pudding was good, but that's expected.

Overall, it's a bit of a roasting, excuse the pun, but I've had better for less recently. Still, the pub’s overall atmosphere and setting are worth a visit.

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