Harden's says
Two former Roti King employees have taken over what used to be The Cuckoo pub in Barnsbury, transforming it into a pub showcasing South Asian cuisine. Opened in late June 2022.
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Summary
“Is it actually a pub? Who cares when the food is remarkable?” – this “refreshingly different” converted corner-tavern in Barnsbury “takes you by surprise” with its “superb, punchy Indian food, served to you perched on a bar stool, amidst a crowded boozer vibe”. Opened in 2022, it’s quickly become one of the Top-100 most talked-about restaurants in our annual diners’ poll and lives up to the hype for most customers, even if “the elongated bar can feel a bit cramped and the interior becomes too noisy” (“on a balmy night, it’s great to sit outside”). “Delicious cocktails and a mean Bloody Mary too”. Top Menu Tip – “the lamb chops, the Lollipop chicken and the huge Bhatura will make you go back again and again”.
Summary
“Truly brilliant” – this desi pub (formerly the Cuckoo) in Barnsbury is one of the most talked-about openings of 2022 thanks to “stellar” cooking that’s “expertly spiced and oh-so-moreish”, washed down with “great cocktails and beers on tap”. On the downside, it is “squashed” and “oh-so-noisy” (“they won’t turn the music down!”) but most folks like its “bustling” style. “You have to plan ahead” – “it’s very difficult to get a reservation unless you book four weeks in advance” – but “well worth the effort”.
Summary
The people behind Tamila in Hackney, chef Prince Durairaj and Glen Leeson (both ex-Roti King), took over the former Cuckoo pub in the middle of Barnsbury to launch this June 2022 newcomer: a South Asian restaurant, mixing small and large plates, accompanied by cocktails. In his early doors review, the Evening Standard’s Jimi Famurewa found dishes inspiring “plate-licking, wanton lust”.
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115 Hemingford Road, London, N1 1BZ
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"Great Indian food. "
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £20.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
| Service | 10.00% |
115 Hemingford Road, London, N1 1BZ
Opening hours
| Monday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 11 am‑9 pm |
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