The Grapes (Limehouse)

• We went here for an office lunch as The Grapes (Limehouse) is like a 10 minute walk from Canary
• You may be fooled to think there is a beautiful marina like thing coming up but you are in for a surprise
• Then that how difficult is battering something and putting in oil
• The Grapes is one of the oldest pubs in the UK and was frequented by Dickens amongst other celebrities
• The only food I tried is their 5 pound pasta bolognese which I found surprisingly good
• The wait for the food was a bit long but it was packed at the time (world cup final)
• There is a cosy restaurant upstairs that I would advise booking for as the number of tables is very limited
• The Grapes is at least 500 years old
• The Grapes is known for the seafood dishes and this has won them many awards
• The cold winter days made even friendlier with the fire place
• The most attracting gaze is out of the window
• Light snacks and sandwiches (only at lunch) are served along with chips and salad
• Well polished wine glasses completed with a simple table decoration
• You forget that the space inside is actually a narrow long rectangular shaped room which a whisper can be quite loud
• Only roast dinner with a choice of two kind of meats
• The Grapes attract a family crowd on Sundays and it is strongly advisable to book if you have a preference of where you want to be seated
• The waitress was very polite and accommodating to our needs
• It must be hard to know what is right and needs doing when working in such a small space and at the same time without feeling too awkward for both the customers and the waitress herself
• Smoked salmon and asparagus tart with side salad GBP 5.50 &ndash
• The tart was hard but portion was perfect for a smallish starter
• Rib eye steak with homemade chips GBP 16.95 &ndash
• Tender and with a hint of mustard
• Charles Dickens was a patron and referred to the pub in 'Our Mutual Friend
• The Grapes is a place which has a history related to it and the place has survived world wars
• It's quite famous amongst local and they definitely take pride with The Grapes (Limehouse)
• The view of the river thames is just breathtaking
• Service service was quick and prompt

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