"Verdict: Pub meets curry house is pretty much our dream spot, and everyone else's if the lack of available tables at Indian restaurant The Tamil Prince is anything to go by. On a leafy, residential street in a serene part of Islington, it’s all racing green walls and polished mahogany wood. Tables are filled with channa bhatura—deep-fried balloons of dough—and half racks of well-spiced, tender lamb chops that make you wonder how big the lamb was if this is a half rack. This effortlessly stylish spot is somewhere you’ll want to linger. How To Get In: Quit your job and come at lunchtime. Or, take a client (roommate) for a working lunch. There’s more availability if you’re happy to eat earlier in the day or post-9pm. We’ve also seen people get extremely lucky, and walk in and nab seats at the counter too. In general don’t be afraid to go for the shared table, counter booking, or even the outdoor benches (weather permitting). It’s still a great experience. " - Jake Oliver, Sinead Cranna, Rianne Shlebak
