Lazy Chef

I’ve lived in Forest Hill for 7 years but never really realised it was here until earlier this year. The food is great and my go to place to go after a big week. The staff are always so polite regardless of how busy it is and really take good care of you. And whenever I’ve had to get a quick bite before jumping on a train they’re always so prompt with the food.

I've been here a couple of times now for lunch and the taste and quality of the food is very good. The waiting time to receive the food from ordering is very quick. One thing that niggles me though is that a 12.5% service charge is added onto the bill. If we were a party of 10 being catered to, I could understand it, but two middle aged ladies with a panini and glass of coke each doesn't really seem to justify it.

Arrived almost 45 mins before closing today, but we were still welcomed with warmth and enthusiasm. We were given a choice for seating which is always lovely. They advised right away that although the kitchen would close soon as they shut at 4.30pm, they’d ensure our food orders were taken in good time so that we could sit and eat at our own leisure. Before our waiter arrived with our plates, his colleague kindly cleared the table so that we had sufficient space and the food arrived soon after. There is a large selection on the menu and the additional bits are priced really fairly! We ordered 2 vegan breakfasts and some plain maple syrup pancakes. Portions were generous and everything was a good temperature. I have to be honest - this is probably the only place where a simple side of spinach has been so tasty and well seasoned! Pancakes we nice and fluffy and the maple syrup was of a really good quality. Each individual component of the breakfast paired really well with the rest of the meal. Also want to highlight the delicious sourdough toast and the loose chamomile tea which was served in a cute little pot! We weren’t interrupted or rushed in any way considering it was their closing hour and when the waiting staff did check in, they were hospitable and attentive. At the point of payment we were fishing out extra change for the service fee and the gentlemen who served us kindly said he was happy to take what was on the table and told us to enjoy the rest of our day. The service fee was well deserved and we will definitely be returning to enjoy another good meal and leave an overdue tip! Beware that you will likely need a nap after a meal here as it is truly comfort food! Haha

Absolute BEST food we've had in our first 5 days in the UK - not even close! I had the sea bass, my wife had the lazy chef special, one kid had the mixed shish, one kid had the American breakfast, and the last kid had kids pancakes and nuggets. We all loved the food. Service was absolutely amazing. We sat outside for a cool experience. Inside is very nice and bathrooms are so clean! Will absolutely come back before we leave town.