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The Clifton NW8, London,

The Clifton NW8

4.5 (479)
£25 and under
British
96 Clifton Hill, London, NW8 0JT

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Welcome to The Clifton, we look forward to serving you. All the food served at The Clifton is freshly prepared and made with beautiful seasonal ingredients. There’s truly something for everyone on the menu, from bar snacks and kids’ dishes, to our famous Sunday roasts. Plus, you can rest assured that everything on the menu is sampled, and the suppliers are personally vouched for, by Ben, Ed and Adam – a tough job, but someone has to do all that tasting!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    St John's Wood
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 479 people are saying

The Clifton NW8 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North West London

    Best Ambiance

  • North West London

    Best Value

  • North West London

    Kid-friendly

  • North West London

    Good for groups

  • North West London

    Neighborhood gem

  • North West London

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Clifton NW8 is a "neighbourhood gem" in St. John's Wood, celebrated for its "delicious food" and "excellent service." With a cozy, welcoming atmosphere, it's perfect for a "perfect Sunday roast" or a relaxing meal. While some reviews note occasional noise or slow service, the overall experience and vibrant community feel make it a "must go to."
479 Reviews
  1. Pamela VIP

    Southwest Florida52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Clifton was a charming restaurant with a friendly atmosphere and excellent service. Unfortunately, the two Sunday Roasts that were the sirloin of beef were very tough and difficult to even cut. Beyond that the ambience and friendly staff made the dining event okay.

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  2. Jim

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this small comfortable pub. Great decor, dark walls inside, big windows, nice front patio. Friendly service. The food is outstanding... loved my chicken roast on Sunday. Comfy seating, 3 or 4 different areas to choose from.

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  3. mark

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    95 pounds for two (one course with two points of beer and a large vodka tonic) seemed rather steep, to say the least.

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  4. Simi

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Do not recommend the veggie Sunday roast butternut wellington

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  5. Eddie

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hidden Gems in St John’s Wood ! The Clifton is a 9/10! The food ! The service! The vibe ( chilled ) a must go to for Sunday roast. (Only problem is you can’t order a children’s chicken roast dinner)

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  6. David

    London11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It’s a lovely drop in pub with great food. It can get very noisy in the eating area with large groups present and so isn’t the quiet, relaxing evening that you may otherwise want to have.

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  7. Marc

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Clifton is our neighbourhood gastro pub with an absolutely high menu standard. We love the food and the atmosphere.

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  8. Courtenay

    London1 review

    1.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Wait staff was VERY INSENSITIVE to our needs. Won't go back.

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  9. Jonathan VIP

    Buckinghamshire9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly staff. Good food and ambience. Would highly recommend for Sunday lunch.

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  10. Ellen

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    “A Perfect Sunday Roast at The Clifton Pub” Had an incredible Sunday roast at The Clifton Pub! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with a cozy yet lively vibe—perfect for a relaxed weekend meal. The roast itself was absolutely spot on. The meat was tender and cooked to perfection, with rich flavors that paired beautifully with the homemade gravy. The roast potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy inside, just how they should be. The Yorkshire pudding was light and airy, and the seasonal vegetables were fresh and well-seasoned. Everything was served piping hot and with generous portions. The service was excellent—friendly staff who made sure we had everything we needed without feeling rushed. A great selection of drinks as well, making it an ideal spot for a long, leisurely Sunday lunch. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-quality roast in a classic pub setting. Will definitely be back!

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The Clifton NW8 is rated 4.5 stars by 479 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. North West London
  5. St John's Wood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for The Clifton NW8

96 Clifton Hill, London, NW8 0JT

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St John's Wood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
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