Duke of Cambridge, Islington

Laura and I ate at this all-organic pub a few years back and I remember it being fine. The dining area of the pub has a glass roof so it's nice and light even if it is pouring with rain, and it was! But that turns out to be the best feature.

The food here, and the service (just a bit hopeless and awkward), was incredibly disappointing especially because it's at the top end of the gastropub price range. The roast lamb, heaped on the plate, lacked seasoning and the thin gravy was oily with no flavour. The poor carrots and the potatoes were given no love and attention.

Fortunately the chocolate cake - hard to ruin - was up to par.

Not every dining experience involves a great meal which is a shame. Luckily the disappointments for me are few and far between.  But the company of my friends was as excellent as ever and salvaged the lunch, and the afternoon for me!