My partner and I have just returned from a weekend here. Fabulous hotel in a great area. The room was great. Even though it is above a busy pub, we couldn’t hear anything from our room. The water, cookies and tea and coffee were stocked daily. The shower was really good. All of the staff were really attentive and the service we received -from the welcome drinks on arrival, to looking after our bags so we could explore the area after we checked out - was second to none. The food was amazing. We ate in the restaurant one night and had breakfast both days. The food was really different and delicious. The pub was great. Had a nice vibe and although it was busy, we never had to wait long to be served and it had a really good atmosphere. If I could give it six stars, I would. We will definitely be recommending Culpeper to our friends and we will be coming back.
okay the wine list could be more diverse, but there are some good beers and the food is fantastic. yes, the plates are small but they're not expensive and you're meant to order 2 or 3. if you're really hungry get the chips as a side: crispy/fluffy as good chips should be. staff are friendly & occasionally slightly cheeky (in a fun way). if you want regular pub grub and a pint of Fosters don't go here and then moan about your experience - head up the road to the Ten Bells.
Great food and a very reasonably priced wine list. Can heartily recommend the Tragolargo 2014....
We absolutely love to have a meal here: great food, great staff and wonderful atmosphere. Always a delight. Well done guys!
Cracking drinking establishment with some excellent beers and extremely friendly members of staff. Lovely to sit on the roof in the sun and have a few ciders.
Great place. Good quality real ale and great food. Friendly staff and always a nice atmosphere. It's 5 mins walk from Aldgate station.
Lovely setting, attentive staff, excellent wine for a reasonable price, limited but very nice vegetarian food.
Such a great rooftop dining experience! I loved being surrounded by all the organic produce that you are growing on that roof!
F*ckin A mate! I came here two days in a row just for the fish and chips. I've eaten here several times and always leave feeling like a grow a food baby in me that I could not be happier about.
Stayed in one of the rooms here for 5 nights while visiting some friends. My entire experience was amazing. I arrived quite late due a delay at the airport, but the staff waited up for me despite me arriving after closing time. All the staff were so friendly and professional. The entire place is incredibly clean and well maintained. The food is well executed and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. Can't wait to come back.
Lovely food and very friendly staff
Mariette El-Soury Massabni (Les Délices De Mariette)
+4
The culpeper was a great stop for a good beer and a good cup of wine last night. The place is very nicely decorated. The ambiance is cool and staff is very nice
The Culpeper, a gastropub in Whitechapel, have turned their rooftop space into a fully functioning greenhouse, growing their own vegetables, fruit and herbs to be used in the downstairs kitchen. And amongst all of it lies a hidden bar serving bespoke botanical cocktails.
Impressive gastro pub. The food is nicely done here. I had clams and mussels for a starter, and extremely tasty it was too. I had the Ray for main. Bit of a speculative choice on my part. It was ok but short of excellent. I wished I'd ordered the pork which looked very nice indeed (confirmed as excellent by my companions). The mess for dessert was lovely. I found the wine list short on new world options, but I would say that. Service was good. Very pleasant, although the food was a tad slow to come out. Prices were fine. All in all, we like it, most satisfactory.
Beautiful gastro pub with high ceilings and a industrial shabby chic type feel with retro furniture and a wonderful zinc topped bar in the centre. The venue has a ground floor pub, first floor dining room and a roof terrace and roof garden, where they grow fresh herbs...
Fantastic Sunday roast! Had the lamb, which was tender and beautifully seasoned, perfect roast potatoes (crispy but fluffy on the inside), with a great Yorkshire pudding (good size, soft inside). My hubby and I shared and were quite satisfied. We also had the cod fritters and they were delightful. Service was excellent; attentive and friendly.
The Culpeper was a great finding on our way to the market. The restaurant has a great atmosphere, the options available for brunch are delicious, the herbal tea is great and caffe latte is very well made as well.
If the restaurant happens to be full, do not hesitate to stay at the bar, confy place and great service is also provided.
The staff is really friendly and efficient.
Food And Drinks Noob
+3.5
The kitchen on the first floor offer a simple and short a la carte menu, mostly British in essence with some modern creative touch from other European countries.
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I’ve read about the place on various sites – research is key! As with everything preparation, preparation and preparation – and I was indeed excited to visit it for the first time. I got there earlier than planned with my brother, who has just moved back to London after a 12 year stint back home in Greece, to meet K who was out shopping that day. The place looked great, even better than the photos on the website that usually tend to do a great job – Photoshopped or not – in making a place look rather appealing.
Sat at the bar and looked at the beer menu, an excellent selection of locally brewed beers to celebrate the recent explosion of microbreweries across London. There were beers from Hackney, Bermondsey etc. I ordered a local IPA – name escapes me, serves me right for not taking notes – my brother ordered a local beer brewed with fresh lime zest which was quite unique in flavour (BBNo 01|06). K, who arrived a little bit later than us got her usual, an Aperol Spritz! Soon the rest of the group arrived and enjoyed a drink with us at the very buzzy bar of the Culpeper. It was a pretty mixed crowd but generally the trendy East London types – plenty of beards in the place.
Our table was at the Kitchen – which is on the first floor – and every single person from the group took the opportunity, whilst we are waiting to be sat at our table, to peruse the establishment. Although I was not the first to embark on the nosy journey I could not possibly miss such opportunity, especially as I wanted to take some pictures at the same time. It’s over four floors, although one of them is just the bedrooms, and each level serves food from a different kitchen. Although it is typical for such an arrangement what surprised me is that the menu was very limited and that you could not order from a different kitchen other than the level you were on, to be frank, I would expect otherwise due to the limited menu.
What I found worth of specific mention is the roof garden which has a small bar for drinks and cocktails and next to it a BBQ from which beautiful smells emanate that hit you as soon as you step foot on the roof. Although this probably only open or usable in the summer it has a very nice atmosphere and feel to it with some great views of the City and some freshly cooked food from the grill. Unfortunately due to poor lighting the iPhone photos are too grainy…
We were sat at our table and were brought the wine menu which was passed to A. For a minute or two he looked perplexed as the Culpeper does not have a typical wine list, to be precise it has a section called ‘Peculiar’ – how very British. We decided to be daring and order a red wine from the peculiar list, which was a natural wine. It was interesting but I am not sure if I would order it again – not that I can remember the name of it. (Note to self: I must remember to take notes regardless the fact that I am with a big group.)
To start I ordered the chopped raw beef, which I must admit was not what I expected as I thought that it was coming with horseradish and I was surprised that the meat was fridge-cold and a bit bland. There was a negative review of the buffalo mozzarella with pickled girolles & oregano but generally everyone seemed to be happy with their starters.
The main was 750gr of beef rump to share with my brother and it was EPIC! There was food envy across the table especially for the amazing Pommes Anna chips. So much envy that they had to ask if they could have two portions of them for the rest of the table. Although slightly disappointed by the starter the main left me drooling. However, it was a bit pricey, as all good things in life are…but for beans on toast! The evening came to end with a round of cocktails, old fashioned please, and some warm gooey chocolate cookies on the house.
The experience from the Culpeper has been very positive, save for my starter and the limited menu, and it is certainly a venue that can accommodate almost everyone. It has a great variety of drinks, the cocktails were great, and can provide a quick bite on the ground floor or the roof’s BBQ whilst it can also provide a proper dinner for the grown-ups! It has very friendly and accommodating staff and a very lively atmosphere, across all levels. I will definitely try it again, especially for a Sunday roast which is always an important test for gastropubs!
Beatriz Gonçalves Pereira
+4.5
Perfect spot for an afterwork . even better during summer at their rooftop
Good offer on cocktails and a delicious menu to have some bites
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on summer arrive early to get a spot on their rooftop
Went to the Culpeper with a group of friends on a busy evening. We had various dishes from the menu, and they all got the thumbs up. Service was efficient and quite fast, which was nice since it is such a busy place. We tried the desserts too, and liked them a lot. It's a busy and cheerful place, ideal for a night out with friends.
In my opinion, a good pub has to offer a good Sunday roast. Fortunately, The Culpeper knows what it’s doing. With its large windows and vintage touches, the Culpeper has the right blend of atmosphere and airiness. There’s not the cramped, stuffy feeling you get in a lot of pubs, and it makes for a far more enjoyable eating experience. I was also impressed by the mix of clientele – it wasn’t all old-timers or hipsters, but a varied crowd all looking for a good time and good meat.
The Culpeper is a recent refurbishment of an old East End Spitalfields boozer. It’s now a brasserie style gastropub with stripped back oak doors, large industrial windows, reclaimed lighting, retro furniture,a long turquoise leather couch, and a zinc-topped central bar with ceramic beer taps – oh, and a rooftop veggie garden! The chef Sandy Jarvis, previously at Terroirs has created a menu that’s a mix of traditional British and French, using seasonal ingredients. We tried out the Sunday lunch this weekend after a shopping trip through Petticoat Lane market. Starting out with the complimentary sourdough and homemade anchovy butter, followed by a whole globe artichoke with a fantastic warmed crab butter to dunk the leaves in. They only offer one Sunday roast – this week it was chicken served with red cabbage, Yorkshire pudding, roasties, a rich, fruity gravy and bread sauce (which I really c
The place has a lovely setting , very pleasant and welcome . The lighting is just perfect , and the food was amazing too . The starters were appetizing and the juices the freshly prepared and very tasty. All in all , the experience was wonderful . I would recommend to everyone .
The pub here opened about three months ago. We happened to try the breakfast menu here and found it to be quite extensive and very filling. The staff is quick, efficient and very attentive. They are also very pleasant. The roof top garden here which supplies the ingredients is of high quality and you can also sit over there. Very nice ambiance, perfect for outings. Definitely recommended!
Although, we did not have an advance booking the staff was really helpful and managed to get us a table on their roof top seating. Food is very well presented and extremely delectable. Service as well was prompt and pleasing. I would highly recommend this place to every one for a comfort meal!
This place opened up last year in my neighborhood and serve a huge variety of beers and wines. Most of the dishes that I've tried are professionally prepared and tastes exquisite. The food was reasonably priced as well and the ambiance of the place was pretty vibrant too. The staff was quite generous and the seating was quite comfortable as well.
Would love to visit this place again.
Visited this place on a sunday afternoon for brunch. The place is a delight. To begin with, they staff is welcoming, attentive and amicable. There are interesting options when it comes to selections from menu and EVERYTHING is delicious much. I would definitely recommend the Brownie dessert! Do visit the place!
I read quite great reviews of this place so thought to give it a try and went there with a friend for evening meal. Weather was not very pleasant so we opted to sit inside instead of the beautiful roof top garden. Overall, it was a good place serving some appealing and appetizing dishes backed by prompt service.
Came to this place high hopes , only had the drinks however , and it wasn't disappointing . The beers were chilled , and the service really quick and attentive . The staff was quite polite and helpful too . Very impressed with the service here . A must visit .
I tried this nice little place without expecting much , but was pleasantly surprised with the interesting variety of food . Not only was the menu unique , the food was delectable and cooked to perfection . The chef is great and has given some wonderful twists to the traditional English food .
Teething problems were likely the reason for the points off here. Anchovy butter served with the bread was rather a big shout and watching my main float around table to table before landing at the correct spot was mildly frustrating. Sure with time things will bed in as new staff find their feet and the place finishes off bits of the renovation.
Interior and exterior looks great adding a modest sparkle to whats a rather unsung part of Commercial St.
Very much liked and look forward to returning to this one.
Nice pub which feels more like a bar. The atmosphere is hipster but the interior is airy and spacious. They have a large selection of beers and freshly made juices which are a nice healthy option. I noticed they also serve food but I haven't tried it yet. Worth stopping by if you're in the area.
We came here for Sunday roast a few weeks ago and it was the perfect ambience. The service was quick, food was amazing. Definitely worth a Sunday roast trip with friends! I had the vegetarian option (Beetroot, Mushroom, Sweet Potato, & Goats Cheese Wellington) we also had some of the other roasts as well as every appetizer and we didn’t find anything we didn’t like. Will visit again!
Had a delicious birthday lunch with a friend back in July. There was an issue with an item not served as said but this was amended swiftly & without a fuss.
Rooftop patio is lovely with great views.
The whole meal was tasty and quite rich so the small portions were enough. Dessert was delicious and tangy.
Waitress offered to take pics of my friend & I which was lovely.
Loved exploring the garden and seeing what they grow there.
Located just down the road from our main office, this is a firm favourite. The staff are super friendly and even opened the roof bar a little early for us and our intenernational visitors!
While there are A LOT of steps to get to the rooftop bar, it is well worth it. Great views and the whole area is surrounded by herbs and fruit grown for the restaurant. Smells amazing!
Well worth a visit (and a climb).
A nice place. Meets all needs. Good food with a French twist ! Nice dinning room with an architecture feel and most importantly no music 🎵! ( Go to the ground floor is you don’t want to hear or be heard, or under 25 on a date). A short yet adequate menu with a good wine list too. Has room too…. Will try the sister place - The Buxton next time close by. Go try !
Last minute booking for Sunday lunch. Everything was flavoursome - very unexpected to have rare beef as most places over cook or mention it. Totally didn’t mind as that’s how I like it, but can imagine some people complaining. Portions are small for the price. Service from the 2 waiting staff was surly and we go wedged into a little corner when the majority or the ground floor was empty.
I came here in June 2023 for the Sunday roast with family! Good but a little pricey for me … gravy was runny and the beef was quite chewy / fatty but I loved the potatoes (crispy!) and the courgette. Not a fan of the carrot as it didn’t taste glazed but overall good roast :) I recommend booking a table too and it can get busy!
I came here to meet a friend for dinner and it was AMAZING. I was so impressed by both the ambiance and the cuisine. She said there’s an amazing rooftop which I’ll have to check out on my next visit. I really loved the variety of food and the freshness of all of the dishes. Can’t recommend this place enough!
The Culpeper is a great spot in the area, met with friends on the roof terrace as the weather was fantastic and we all had a great afternoon. Very tasty snacks, great service, great wine, what else do you need. Will definitely be back again. Thank you Jordan & Culpeper team for looking after us!
Genuinely lovely place that I’d wanted to visit for years and finally managed to. Delicious food and sincere, friendly staff. They looked after my vegan friend and all of our food was fantastic - top drawer gastropub excellence. Can’t wait to go back!
Some of the best cocktails! Stunning views too. Went a few weeks back and had the most lovely waitress, Toshauna, super welcoming and friendly, really made our experience:)
Went on Sunday (11/6) and sat down by the window at ground floor. Had a really nice view to people watch the busy Petticoat Lane.
Ambience is great and staff were friendly but I don’t think the Sunday roast was to my liking. My bf enjoyed it but the gravy (?) was water thin and the Yorkshire pudding was only so-so. But the potatoes were very nice and the roast was ok too. Cauliflower cheese was a bit bland but tasted better after salt & pepper. Loved the mango sorbet. Didn’t order any drinks.
Would come again to try the restaurant on the 1st floor!
Great selection of thoughtful food, with considered ingredients and suppliers. Lovely servers and FOH who were very helpful with menu items and amending our booking when our party increased in size.
Enjoyed a very wholesome Sunday roast here with some friends. The food was cooked to perfection. The venue is gorgeous. The staff are lovely. We had a nice mix of cocktails and mocktails, and we ordered a bunch of entrees before our cote de boeuf arrived.
Really cool pub, nice atmosphere inside as well as great rooftop terrace but very relaxed and cute! Many gluten free option beers!!!
We had Sunday lunch in the pub ! Roast lunch there is lovely and s good smart modern pub conversion add to the comfort and style! Quite close to Brick Lane market and better then the street food…
Waiter was nice enough and somewhat knowledgeable about cocktails. Suggested a Martinez and it was tasty. My wife’s drink not so much and the fries desperately needed salt but overall not a bad experience.
We cannot say enough how much we enjoyed our stay at The Culpeper! The staff was very friendly; the dining options were fantastic and supported the important cause of regional, regenerative agriculture; and the location was convenient and interesting.
The rooms were modest and a little rough around the edges, but overall the accommodations are a great value. We visited at the tail-end of a heatwave in June, and our room was certainly warm. We quickly learned that older buildings in London aren’t built for heat and don’t cool themselves very well. Being from Los Angeles and used to air conditioning this came as a shock—so be prepared, or visit in cooler months!
Nonetheless, we would definitely recommend The Culpeper, or its sibling location called The Buxton just a few blocks away!
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