Harden's survey result
Summary
“An evening out – in style” is oft-reported at the Docklands branch of Ranald Macdonald’s Belgravia haunt, dedicated to the high life with a Scottish twist – with whisky, cigars and nightly jazz and soul courtesy on occasion of house music patron Jools Holland. It also proved itself an “absolute stalwart as the go-to place for those still going to the office through lockdown”. Top Tip: “the haggis pizza is a must!”.
Summary
“For a total dining experience, night out, or even Saturday BBQ”, fans of the “spacious-yet-intimate” E14 spin-off from Ranald Macdonald’s well-known Belgravian applaud its “eclectic brilliance”, and cigar-lovers particularly enjoy the “wonderful humidor and private smoking balcony”. The cuisine can seem “expensive for what it is”, but even some critics acknowledge: “you don’t really go for the food – the entertainment is top-notch, and the great selection of spirits helps dampen any pain from the bill”.
Summary
“For a total dining experience, night out, or even Saturday BBQ”, fans of the “spacious-yet-intimate” E14 spin-off from Ranald Macdonald’s well-known Belgravian applaud its “eclectic brilliance”, and cigar-lovers particularly enjoy the “wonderful humidor and private smoking balcony”. The cuisine can seem “expensive for what it is”, but even some critics acknowledge: “you don’t really go for the food – the entertainment is top-notch, and the great selection of spirits helps dampen any pain from the bill”.
Summary
This Boisdale spin-off in Canary Wharf (for a drink, try to grab a seat on the terrace) aims to replicate the Caledonian styling of the Belgravia original, down to the live music and focus on wines and whiskies. When it comes to its traditional, meaty fare, no culinary fireworks were reported this year, but it was consistently well-supported.
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Have you eaten at Boisdale of Canary Wharf?
Owner's description
The second floor restaurant and live music venue presents jazz, blues and soul throughout the week, from light instrumental acts on Mondays and Tuesdays to sell out blockbusters at weekends and relaxing easy listening on Sunday afternoons.
The first floor bar, grill and terrace offer an affordable English brasserie style menu with focus on classic pies, Scotch eggs, sausages and burgers, not forgetting light dishes and salads. The a la carte selection in the main restaurant is well known for Aberdeenshire dry-aged steaks, Highland game, Hebridean shellfish and Scottish treats such as Loch Ryan native oysters, Dunkeld smoked salmon and roast Macsween's haggis served with obligatory mash and neeps.
For whisky and cigar lovers, Boisdale of Canary Wharf offers an outstanding variety of malts and blends from Scotland and around the world, as well as a wide selection of hand-rolled Cuban cigars, including rare vintage and pre-embargo sticks which can be enjoyed in the Library or on the terrace.
Please note that ticket charges may apply for second floor* dinner bookings.
Monday and Tuesday from £4.50
Wednesday and Thursday from £7.50
Friday and Saturday from £10.00
For further details & list of music acts, please visit the restaurant website www.boisdale.co.uk or call the venue.
*If not specified, all bookings are made for the second floor restaurant
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £24.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.75 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Restaurant details
Cabot Place, London, E14 4QT
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑12 am |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2 am |
| Saturday | 5 pm‑2 am |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑4:30 pm |
