Weekday evening date night with the wife. Charming service, dining al fresco. The menu was limited but interesting, and the food looked and tasted great.
Hidden gem in the Highbury Islington area. Cozy atmosphere, phenomenal food, and excellent service. We tried the chorizo, steak, beets, potatoes, padrón peppers, and shared an orange wine - all were great! Prices were also extremely reasonable. Would 100% be going back! Thanks Vinny for a lovely evening!
My husband and I had a delicious, relaxed dinner at Vins last night. Everything was excellent: our carafe of wine, the aubergine/labneh starter, crispy potatoes, and the perfectly-cooked monkfish tail. I'll be back with a bigger group so we can try more of the menu. Pricing was high but fair given the quality.
We had the pleasure of visiting here for dinner last night and it was just fantastic. Delicious food, gorgeous wine, lovely ambience and such meticulous attention to detail. A really special place with the most knowledgeable and lovely owner. Thank you SO much. 10/10
We went to Vin’s last night for a birthday meal and we were all so happy to be there. We tried everything on the menu. The food was beautifully cooked and the stand outs were the beef (thick, juicy, garlicky slab of a beast) the labneh with aubergine and the gnocci. They also have a very fragrant bathroom and yes, these things do matter.
Really good service and chat from Vin and the lovely waitress.
Thank you for having us.
Great evening at Vins in Canonbury on Saturday evening with 3 friends. Owner looked after us really well, advising on the menu and wines. Excellent food, absolutely top notch. Will definitely be back.
What a delightful experience! We came in and were welcomed with warm service, and wonderful wine, food and music (don’t underestimate a good music system!). In a neighborhood full of vibrant and interesting restaurants and bars, this actually stands out:
Food is very tasty, it can be simple, refined and comfortable: little choice but for every need. Loved the cracker from fried sour dough bread. The staff is friendly, competent and accommodating.
Fabulous intimate and cozy atmosphere! Good wine selection (I would add more by glass/carafe options though). Seasonal menu with small plates and lots of veggie options. Vins is a perfect caring host! My five stars are specifically related to atmosphere and service, food can be improved (artichokes and pork belly really good though). Try is out!
Really nice wine bar with food in Canonbury. Cosy and intimate, good food but could have more options eg not many for vegetarians
Great selection of wines and an outdoor terrace where dogs are allowed
Absolute hidden gem! Great food, great wine and amazing service. Every dish was exceptional - the lamb chops with leek and romesco was particularly delicious.
Welcoming and warm atmosphere. Not overcrowded. We had st. Patrick's days special - roasted chicken! Which is delicious. The taste is mouth watering and amazingly goes well with glass of red wine!
One of my favourite places! You can tell it’s a real labour of love for the owner, who is extremely knowledgeable about wine. The wine is always lovely and of such good quality that I rarely get a hangover from a night out here! The food is also delightful. The atmosphere is relaxed and there’s an understated elegance to the place - LOVE!
What a find! Such an intimate atmosphere, it’s like you’re being cooked for personally. Food was delicious from start to finish with fantastically chosen wines to pair. We thanked the owner/chef after, who prepared everything as a one man band, and he was delighted. Loves his craft and it shows through the food.
Cannot recommend enough
Wonderful discovery! Vins was start to finish an amazing dining experience! Very relaxed, with outdoor seating as well. The service was impeccable with four courses of bliss. Each week is a new menu and all courses were out of this world delicious, prepared to perfection, with a great wine choice. We're so happy to have found and will be back! Highly recommend!
Vin's went above and beyond to accomodate a last minute booking for my 30th birthday. The atmosphere was intimiate and stunning, the food delicious and the wine matched really well. I couldn't have asked for a better place to have my loved ones together! I'll be returning for date nights and look forward to it!
A wonderful discovery. Much much better food, wine and service than most high end restaurants in London, with none of the pretence. Everything is delicious, but be sure to round out your meal with the frozen chocolate cake with cardamom - if it’s still on the menu!
Amazing food and service! Highly recommend!
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