David Ellis is the London Standard's restaurant critic and Going Out editor. He writes regularly about eating and drinking, and is a keen practitioner of both
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David Ellis is the London Standard's restaurant critic and Going Out editor. He writes regularly about eating and drinking, and is a keen practitioner of both
Le Garrick: It started with a kiss of French onion soup…
‘This is the sort of place I will be going to until it shuts or I drop,’ writes David Ellis in his final column as Evening Standard’s Going Out editor
Ognisko: Good times are assured at this prince of Poles
It’s not haute cuisine but you will feel looked after, writes David Ellis
Auguste: £300 for this? I was both flabbergasted and horrified
It has enormous promise but... £300 for this? I was both flabbergasted and horrified, writes David Ellis
Lutyens Grill review: A secret weapon in the City
Lutyens has quietly become something of a secret weapon in the City, writes David Ellis
Too Many Critics: Charity cook-off returns for 25th anniversary
The charity cook-off is celebrating 25 years of raising money to support Action Against Hunger
Hell's Kitchen review: Call the lawyers, someone’s libelled the devil
Think of it as Gordon Ramsay does TGI Fridays, says David Ellis, only three times the price
David Ellis reviews Impala: In a copycat world, finally something new
This may be London’s most interesting, groundbreaking opening in years, says David Ellis
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Here are London’s biggest – and best – pub gardens
Time to take this outside? These alfresco spots are perfect for a drink in the warm weather
Six star chefs share their last minute tips for a perfect Easter lunch
From braised lamb to hot cross buns cooked into the ultimate banoffee pudding, six of the country’s best chefs share their Easter favourites
Where to eat for lunch on Easter Sunday
An Easter meal is about more than just lamb, say Josh Barrie and David Ellis. It’s about family, comfort, and fun
David Ellis reviews Teal by Sally Abé: Astonishingly, masterfully good
Untethered from others’ expectations, Sally Abé’s new restaurant is unmistakable, idiosyncratic, singular
Londonmaxxing: Why everyone is suddenly celebrating London
The term Londonmaxxing has gone viral as people cotton on to what Evening Standard has always said: London is the greatest city in the world. From A-listers on Lime bikes to the return of Simpson’s in the Strand, this is why it’s the city that keeps on giving
The difference a good glass of wine makes
How else do you improve upon heaven, wonders David Ellis
David Ellis: Hoppers without the hype is better than it’s ever been
Karan Gokani’s new approach makes his decade-old brand feel fresh again, says David Ellis
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'Cancelled' Between The Bridges makes return for summer of fun
After announcing a break last year, organisers say ‘plans change’ as they bring the venue back to life for another year
UK's biggest burger festival announces details for second year
Chicken makes the menu for the first time
Armageddon April: London hospitality braces for a perfect storm
Businesses are already struggling — but Tube strikes and the Iran war could tip many over the edge
Country pub of the week: the Wrotham Arms, Broadstairs
Here is a pub you seldom meet but always want to, says David Ellis
The Prince Edward: Team behind Julie's to reopen Notting Hill pub
The move into pubs comes as the Julie’s team look to also open a café and wine bar
David Ellis reviews Simpson's: By golly, a hangover-free restaurant
Jeremy King’s revival of Simpson’s isn’t the same as it’s always been, says David Ellis. It’s much, much better
London’s top pubs for a pint of Guinness on St Patrick's Day
The black stuff is more popular than ever and shows no sign of slowing down. Here’s where to grab a pint of the black stuff