Curated Collection

Mid Range in Bloomsbury

Discover handpicked mid range in Bloomsbury, London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

7 restaurants

1
Taste of Chongqing

Sichuan / Chongqing · ££ · Bloomsbury

86Signal

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Fried crispy pork

One of the starters that Giles Coren noted "hit the spot" in a menu he described as "brilliant" and "exciting."

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Honey & Co.

Middle Eastern · ££ · Bloomsbury

85Signal

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Mezze Sharing Menu

Critics advise going 'straight for the sharing menu' to experience the 'vibrant, fresh, and moreish' spread of small plates, including a 'remarkable' peach salad with goat's cheese and hummus with 'pungent green chilli tatbila'.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Ciao Bella

Italian · ££ · Bloomsbury

83Signal

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Spaghetti al Cartoccio

The house signature and a 'greatest-hit' of the menu: a mountain of seafood pasta baked and served theatrically in a greaseproof paper bag.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Master Wei

Chinese (Shaanxi/Xi'an) · ££ · Bloomsbury

83Signal

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Biang Biang Noodles

Described as an 'assertive culinary hug' and a 'dish that wants what is best for you,' these wide, hand-pulled strands provide a 'comforting carbohydrate with a kick' that creates an addictive longing.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

5
49 Cafe

Modern European · ££ · Bloomsbury

80Signal
Hidden Gem

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Daily pasta

A comforting, reliable choice that stands out as the ultimate must-order item supplied by the editor.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

6
Happy Lamb

Mongolian Hot Pot · ££ · Bloomsbury

76Signal

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Lamb & Beef Platter

Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the meats, specifically noting that 'Dann really loved the lamb' and the 'slice beef' was a personal favorite.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

7
North Sea Fish

Fish and Chips / Seafood · ££ · Bloomsbury

72Signal

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Battered Cod and Chips

Considered a 'very reliable' staple of this 'venerable chipper,' the cod is praised for being 'carefully cooked' with a thin, non-soggy batter that has a 'pleasing crunch.'

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

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