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Came here for brunch with a friend to catch up as we hadn't seen each other for a long time. It was during the heatwave week in London and so it's the perfect weather to have something light with an iced coffee.
We both went for the cinnamon bun and I also got myself an iced Americano. The bun was great, so soft and fluffy and not too cinnamon-y which was my preference. I also liked that it's not too sweet so it was easy to eat and finish. We then got the carrot, orange and ginger juice which was so refreshing. Do note that it's not for those who don't like a kick in their drink as the ginger taste really came through but it was perfect for a hot and sunny day! Just when we left I also got the sausage roll and chocolate bun to takeaway and ate at home. When I had the sausage roll later that day it was still very fresh and the puff pastry was flaky and buttery. The chocolate bun was average for me. Nothing special about it and so I won't recommend it.
I had already previously tried another branch of Jolene and it's easily become one of my top 5 bakeries in London and so this time I was very happy to see that the standards and quality are well-kept. Staff were all really approachable and smiley too. Would definitely come back regularly for pastries!
Went for brunch at Jolene and must say that everything was delicious. The fried polenta was a nice surprise on the menu, and also really enjoyed the peppers + aubergine dish. Had croissant infused soft-serve to finish it all off which was heavenly. Only complaint is that it is just too expensive, the plates aren’t big enough to account for the price.
Finally made it to the Big Jo!
Overall, a really cozy space and friendly staff.
A classic small plate dinner with a great selection of wines. I would recommend trying orange wines from the cellar.
Food was tasty, we tried to have a few veggie options, there were not many, but we ordered most of them.
Really enjoyed the quality of ingredients. The flavours were really nice and fresh.
Was negatively surprised to see a rus**an salad on the menu….. I am sure there are more options out there to include.
I've been living in a 10 minutes walking distance from this place for the last 5 years and I never went inside. Such a shame, because it is absolutely fantastic!
Absutely loved the atmosphere, fresh apricot danish and loose leaf green tea! 🌿✨
Will definetly come back again!
overall: cozy local spot serving scrumptious small plates (& delicious pastries/ cakes). great place for families and small groups of friends. would highly recommend trying the pizzetta! (tho the menu is constantly changing)
vermut 🍷: as much as i love this drink, i think it’s a bit too diluted.
bread & butter 🍞: simple good sourdough
tomato nduja pizzetta 🍕: really impressed by the dough: giving light airy borders w/ a crunchy base. there’s an equal balance of sweetness from tomatoes & spiciness of nduja.
pink firs 🥔: would’ve like the potatoes to be slightly softer.
courgette 🥒: love the smokiness from the grilled veggies. n the creamy refreshing yogurt. literally cleaned the plate with the bread.
ray wing 🐠: surprisingly the wing was a rather meaty part of the fish. it had a slightly firm texture. the capers lightens the oiliness from the fish.
Heard amazing things about this bakery/restaurant for a long time and finally managed to try it: really super food, the daily menu is curated and everything is super top notch level. Really recommend the ox tongue and the pizzetta.
And of course both cakes and coffee were amazing.
Even the decor was outstanding.
Finally got to go to Big Jo for lunch! Just amazing, fresh food. The fish pie was so buttery and warm, bread was fresh and delish, the desserts were sooo goood and roasted broccoli/ potatoes were divine
Came here for lunch and it really didn't disappoint. The focus is very much on bread delicious sourdough that is texturally novel and perfect as a pizza base. From observation, it appears that they wood fire the bread twice so that it's wonderfully crispy at first bite. This is a real treat if you are the kind of person that likes the charred toasty bits of a wood fired pizza.
We watched as much care was taken to fire slices per individual order.
The sides were also delicious- from the simple garden leaves with lemon and parmesan... To the anchovies or the pickled veges.
They also serve good coffee, including filter.
We will be back!
Katherine Poole (Katie)
+5
Big Jo is a wonderful coffee shop and restaurant. The coffee is delicious, pastries are divine, and while I haven't included pictures from my lunches or dinners here, I can assure you that it's wonderful for meals as well. I'll happily go out of my way for a coffee and pastry here any day.
LONDON FLOOR SANDING SERVICES
+5
I really love this place, I can’t drive past without popping in for a coffee and pastry, they have an in house bakery, a huge pizza oven, loads of good quality natural organic wines and the coffee is also amazing, what’s not to like! The staff here are so cool too and also has a great vibe going on
This has become my favourite coffee shop/restaurant in the neighbourhood.
Amazing coffee and delicious pastries selection every day (their croissants are to die for!)
The staff has always been super friendly and helpful!
Great atmosphere and it’s also baby friendly ;)
Very tasty coffee, the cup it's served in is pretty nifty too. Chilli cheese croissant was nice. Gets pretty busy, seat to table height ratio was a bit weird, felt low and as though the table was too high. Decent section of outdoor tables good for summer ☀️
Amazing, farm-to-table spot. Ingredients were all super fresh and high quality and the food was creative and full of flavour. Service was unobtrusive but friendly with a casual bit warm vibe. We had a great evening.
Adore this place. So cool. The staff are amazing. Lovely selection of sandwiches, pizza slices, small plates, pastries and cakes. Great coffee and organic wines. Highly recommend.
Big Jo is my new favourite place!
Set up by David Gingell and Jeremie Cometto-Lingenheim, who already run Westerns Laundry in Highbury and Primeur and Jolene in Stoke Newington.
Farm to table dishes, beautiful baked goods and a relaxed unpretentious vibe.
It’s a cafe / restaurant/ all round great place to sit with a coffee/ vino and chill. It’s set within a 1960s apartment block in N7 and is really cool!
I was always a fan of Jolene and Primeur as used to live in Newington Green, so when I stumbled across this place whilst on a shoot with work I was more than a little excited :)
I ordered olives and salmon on toast - both delicious. Wifi in there is not great so be prepared to tether your phone if you come with a laptop to work.
Overall can’t wait to go back! :)
Food was very nice, love the environment. Went for lunch, and had some food. Dishes are quite small for the price so either be ready to spend a bit more or don’t come hungry :) the bakery is superb
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