Turnips with Tomas Lidakevicius, Small Plates

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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   Food was great, service was good, enjoyed the ambience. My venison was average , stick to the vegetarian dishes in terms of small plates , they were amazing. The fig desert was outstanding. Overall happy with the experience. Will come again. Maybe try the other part of the restaurant.

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   Londoneater

   London

   129 reviews

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   4.0

   129 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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   This is a great find (once you find it at the back of the veg stall). Really excellent variety of dishes - all interesting. Lots of choice for vegetarians or those trying to eat less meat. We had the small plates but will definitely return to try the tasting menu. Service was excellent - just the right level without interrupting too much. Great ambience too.

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   FelicityH

   Hertfordshire

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Amazing fresh food and great service! Fab location and feel.

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   Veronica

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

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   Mixed experience at Turnips. The food was generally good, the veal was probably the stand out, while the spiced hummus was dry and hard and the toasted sourdough was cold - how hard is it to mess that up? But the real issue during our visit was the poor service. Our waiter, in particular, did not seem to be up to the job, especially since the restaurant is trying to create a "fine dining" experience. Firstly, literally one second after she sat us down, she asked if we were ready to order - how could we possibly be? Then, she broke the cork of our bottle whilst trying to open it and proceeded to serve us the wine, giggling and asking whether it was still good for us - clearly not, since there were pieces of cork everywhere. Then to the biggest issue: food timing. Since the restaurant has a limited, small plates menu, we ordered the suggested starter to share + 2/3 small plates each, expecting they would be spaced throughout our dinner. Shockingly, 2 of the small plates arrived even before the starter, almost immediately followed by 2 other small plates, so that within 10 minutes we had been there we had almost all of our meal on the table. Another server came a couple minutes later with the final small plate, which we asked to keep warm and bring back later, since we could not possibly have all our meal in 15 minutes. It was also not just a matter of speed, but since the seating is outdoors, food is not well placed to wait on the table as it gets cold quickly. Our main server then had the courage to laugh at us for wanting to "take our time" - I was utterly speechless. It felt like she had been trained to work at the Turnips vegetable market stall rather than at a restaurant. I also don't get why the food was so badly timed - the restaurant was practically empty when we arrived, and only half full by the end of it. I hate to write a poor review, and really wanted to love Turnips, but unfortunately the decent food was not able to compensate the bad service.

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5. HC

   HappyCustomer

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Vibrant atmosphere, unique setting and delicious food. A very memorable meal. Service was fantastic. Food and wine were excellent quality, the humble British vegetable was transformed into something exquisite. Not the cheapest meal but a thoroughly enjoyable one. Highly recommend!

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   Mattant

   London

   40 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   40 reviews

   Dined on November 20, 2021

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   Amazing food and friendly staff, we ordered everything on the menu and shared, then added 2nds of the favorites. We loved sitting in the middle of Borough market with the trains rattling above us. Great venue!

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   Marjana

   London

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 13, 2021

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   Good quality food, well presented. Excellent service. Worth every penny.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   London

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on October 29, 2021

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   Loved everything about this restaurant. The service was perfect, the ambience was unique and really inviting and everything we ordered - food, wine and drinks - was incredible!

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   LyndaS

   London

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on October 28, 2021

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   I loved the dining experience. The staff were so welcoming, knowledgeable about the wine and food menu. It felt so atmospheric being under the railway tracks - hearing trains rumble overhead. I can’t wait to return.

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10. JM

    JenniferM

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2021

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    Fantastic dinner. Treated my brother and sister-in-law and they said it was one of the best meals of their lives.

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    RachelE

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2021

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    A really lovely evening. A fun setting where you are surrounded by vibrant displays of fruit and veg. Excellent food. We were four, ordered one of everything on the menu and thoroughly enjoyed it all. Nice touch having each plate described with helpful and warm service.

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    KarenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2021

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    Lovely restaurant set in Borough Market amidst colourful vegetable stalls with the regular rattle of trains above which all adds to a very special atmosphere. We went for a friends Birthday and it felt different and unique. Service is excellent - all staff being very welcoming. Enjoyed sharing our small plates of delicious food . We had a very pleasant evening thank-you.

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    Burningup

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2021

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    Loved this place. Lovely atmosphere. Busting with character. Enjoyable food. What’s not to like

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14. MT

    MaryT

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2021

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    Delicious lunch- beautifully presented plates and really cosy seating. Go here for a unique experience.

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Cumbria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2021

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    Had a great time, it’s a refreshing change. Excellent food and fun setting.

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    Quinny

    London

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2021

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    I am no vegetarian, but this restaurant has it all, delicious, charming, inexpensive and fun, and mainly VEGETARIAN! Just wow

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2021

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    We found ourselves at Turnips by accident - we do our shopping there every weekend but hadn’t thought to try the restaurant. It was a surprise in all of the best ways. The setting and atmosphere was was really fun and very relaxed. It’s quite a unique setting to be eating fine dining in and that made it quite special. The service was fantastic - the restaurant manager looked after us incredibly well. At the the start he promised us we were in for a treat and we absolutely were - if anything that was an understatement. Every element of the food was delicious. The most incredible ‘bread and butter’ to start the meal set the tone for the evening. Standout course for me were the cevenne onion and the the duck. I will definitely be returning and recommending to my friends.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2021

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    Amazing!!!

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19. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2021

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    Came here for my birthday as been once before last year and the food was delicious. I have to say again the food is absolutely impeccable. Every single small plate served is utterly delicious. I was disappointed there were no cocktails tonight as their cocktail maker had failed to turn up for work. Half the reason I came is because their cocktails are also fantastic. So I’ve knocked a point off for that. Service was a little slow too, I think perhaps they were understaffed tonight. But as I say, the food is so outstanding that I’ll certainly be coming again - hopefully with cocktails! - and I can’t recommend this place enough.

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    stevenw

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2021

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    Stunning spot, a M* beckons I’m sure!

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    KimH

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2021

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    Deliciously fresh food! Cute laid back but dressed up ambience. Staff are very friendly and attentive, and went the extra mile to make my friend’s birthday celebration special!

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2021

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    Fantastic food, amazing attention to detail. Service was exemplary. A wonderful evening.

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    MaxM

    London

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2021

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    The food is brilliant and in a great setting. The service was fairly shoddy though. Tomas himself is lovely and pays a lot of attention but the waiters could be better.

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    Kate

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2021

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    Delicious food, excellent service and great ambience

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    Cottonsocks

    London

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2021

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    We were welcomed and served by Jesus and the team- the food was excellent and we loved the setting. We were lucky to sit on the table watching Tomas prepping for the evening sitting- unique setting , welcoming, knowledgable staff and great food.

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    JonathanK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 29, 2021

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    Made the most simple food unbelievably delicious. Memorable experience.

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27. RL

    RebeccaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2021

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    Absolutely amazing. Our new favourite place!! Everything was delicious and excellent service.

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    JSK21

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2021

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    I’m a regular guest at Turnips. It’s one of the best places in London with fantastic food and outstanding service!

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    Claire

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2021

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    Excellent food and great atmosphere. Had a lovely lunch

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    Canaryw2012

    London

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2021

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    Simply amazing!!!! Cannot fault a thing..I wanted to eat everything on the small plates menu and the service was outstanding.. I now want to go back foe the tasting menu.. this is a must for everyone.. thanks for a great evening.. our waiter was so nice he made sure we had a great time.

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    mcsdine

    London

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2021

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    it was a wonderful experience. A three star vegetable stall by the day, converted into a four star restaurant by the evening serving five star food beyond the capacity of any fine dining hotel or restaurant. the service was fantastic. Each dish was explained to us in detail. thank you.

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    Breezles

    London

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2021

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    This is my second visit to Turnips. The first visit was impeccable. The second visit, last night, wasn't quite as polished but was still delicious and fun.

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Dorset

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2021

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    Loved It !!! Can’t wait to go back.

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    amgimenez

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2021

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    Great experience at the heart of the Borough Market.

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    mekscm

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2021

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    Food, atmosphere and attention to detail is incredible, really enjoyed our little party here. Food was fantastic, fresh ingredients, I couldn't believe such simple combinations can be so interesting and delicious, pure magic. Highly recommended.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2021

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    It is very quaint - you sit in-between the fruit and veg stalls. Nice drinks and a delicious selection of small plates.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 31, 2021

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    Great food!Atmosphere and service! Highly recommending!

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    JacquiZ

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 30, 2021

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    Fantastic food and service. Just incredible.

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    RebL

    London

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2021

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    Fantastic service, very relaxed evening with great food. Staff were very helpful about dietary requirements

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    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2021

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    One of the best meals I’ve had in London and overall a lovely experience. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable of the food, and the atmosphere was relaxed. The small plates were all so amazing that we couldn’t decide a favourite and the cocktails were incredible! Thank you for a lovely evening - we can’t wait to come back!

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