The Waterway

I have to be honest, this wasn’t our first choice as we usually frequent at The Summerhouse just down the canal, but they were fully booked on this particular day; and seeing that they are both part of The First Restaurant Group, if The Summerhouse is anything to go by, we were looking forward to trying this place out. It is literally 2 minute walk, if that up the road from The Summerhouse and whilst being part of the same group, they have a slightly different vibe and that’s because they have a busy bar with outside seating that overlooks the canal. The atmosphere is quite busy but in a good way, especially for those that enjoy the true London hustle and bustle vibe. There’s outside seating which is popular during the glorious summer evenings. Service is good, polite and attentive staff, even during a busy peak dinner service. There’s a simple menu with a range of foods that should have something for everyone. Snacks, Sharers, Starters with Mains consisting of salads, pastas and food from the grill like burgers and steaks. There’s a decent drinks menu with cocktails and jugs and a good selection of wines to accompany anything from the menu. We went for the Argentinian Malbec. My friend and I started with the Antipasti Platter - homemade cannellini bean hummus, aubergine dip, truffle stracciatella, nocellara olives and pitta bread. Following up Seared Tuna Steak served with lettuce, puttanesca sauce and crispy block olives and myself having the Slow cooked Rigatoni Bolognese served with grated Parmesan and basil. Portions were modest but still filling, you can order sides for extra. Desserts were the homemade signature Tiramisu and I had the Salted Caramel Affogato; Vanilla Ice Cream, Salted Caramel and a shot of Espresso. This place was lively throughout and can be a little noisy and crowded during peak times but don’t let that but you off. It’s a great place for small gatherings wanting a decent bite with drink. Couples, yes, but expect the bar life vibe as opposed to romantic candlelight dining.

Such an amazing place right in little venice. We took the Thames river cruise and then a cab over here and boy was it worth it the food was incredible and so was the service. And it was nice to see something different and off the tourist path.

I always thought that this nice restaurant and bar near water will be average with food but I was impressed at my last visit. I ordered the burger and food was delivered to our table in such a short time that I was amazed. And the burger was delicious and medium as I like it. Amazing and price very reasonable including a jug of Pimm’s. Tiramisu was also amazing so highly recommended