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Noise • Energetic
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The Lowdown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Noise • Energetic
West End London
Great for brunch
Christina
Norfolk/Suffolk3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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Nicole VIP
London8 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
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Zoey
Manchester1 review
Dined on February 1, 2025
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Jennifer
Devon1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
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Andrew VIP
Washington DC12 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
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Catriona
London1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
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Ron
Dallas28 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
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Sarah
London1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
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Jessica
London34 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
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Lianne
London1 review
Dined on September 29, 2024
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The Lowdown is rated 4.4 stars by 70 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
38 Bedford St, London, Greater London WC2E 9EN