Bodean's BBQ - Tower Hill
16 Byward Street, London EC3R 5BA
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Bar-B-Q
Whether the market’s a bear or a bull, City investors looking for the biggest and best return for their dining portfolio head for the sign of the golden pig, located in the loveliest corner of the Square Mile facing the Tower of London on the Thames.
And after ogling the Crown Jewels and stalking the ancient battlements, visitors to the Tower can look forward to a warm welcome to relax and refuel without fretting about the budget whether grabbing our top-rated barbecue on the fly as you walk through the door or taking your time downstairs in our sumptuous club setting where button-back Broadway hits the trail.
Reservations
Business Info
- Address: 16 Byward Street, London EC3R 5BA
- Cross Street: Trinity Square
- Cuisine: American | Bar-B-Q |
- Cost: | Inexpensive
- Category: Casual Dining
- Star Rating:
- Reservations: Unknown
- Dress Code: Casual
- Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner |
- Parking: Street |
- Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Cash | Apple Pay | Google Pay |
- Corkage Fee: N/A
- Website: www.bodeansbbq.com
- Phone: 0207 488 3883
- Features: Full Bar, Catering Services, Takeout Available, Happy Hours, Free Wi-Fi, Big Screen TV,
- Occasion: Child Friendly, Dining Alone, Business Dining, People Watching, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,
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Business Hours
Reservations Available
- Monday
- Main Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
- Tuesday
- Main Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
- Wednesday
- Main Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
- Thursday
- Main Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
- Friday
- Main Restaurant 12:00 - 23:00
- Saturday
- Main Restaurant 12:00 - 23:00
- Sunday
- Main Restaurant 12:00 - 22:00
F.A.Q.s
Frequently Asked Questions- How do I make a booking?
- We accept bookings online through TableAgent or on our website (www.bodeansbbq.com) or via email to [email protected]. On completion of your booking, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of making your booking, please contact the restaurant directly so we can make sure that your booking is in our system.
- Do I need to make a booking?
- We recommend making a booking if you would like a guaranteed table. We will only be accepting bookings online or via email. We keep walk-in tables open and depending on the demand, there might be a waiting time on tables. Currently, we only accept bookings of up to 6 people; if you book several tables, we cannot guarantee that you will be seated next to each other.
- Do I have to wear a face mask?
- Please arrive wearing a face covering. Once you have been seated at your table, feel free to take it off for the duration of your visit. You will only need to put it on again when leaving the venue or visiting the bathroom.
- How do I cancel my booking?
- If you need to cancel a booking, please do so via Table Agent, email or a phone call with as much notice as possible. No shows may result in you not being able to book again in the future.
- What happens if I am running late?
- All tables later than 15 minutes will be considered cancelled, and the table will be given to other guests if we have not received a phone call before your booking time. However, we will try our utmost to find an alternative table for you.
- Do you have parking near by?
- Parking is very limited around Tower Hill. The nearest Car Park is Minories Car Park which is a 10-minute walk from the restaurant.
- What is your closest tube station
- Tower Hill station is the closest tube station, Fenchurch Street station the closest railway station and Tower Gateway the closest DLR station.
- Are you child friendly? Do you have a kids menu?
- We are a family orientated restaurant and welcome children of all ages. Children under 12 years have the option to eat off the kid’s menu (3-course meal with a drink for £4.95). We can supply high chairs, just inform us when you arrive or when making a booking online.
- Can you warm up milk/food for my baby/child?
- Unfortunately, we are unable to heat baby food or milk bottles. Your safety is our priority, and we wouldn’t want to harm you or your child in any way as we cannot guarantee the right temperature. However, if you require, we can bring you a bowl of hot water to your table so that you can heat your baby food or milk bottle yourself.
- Do you have vegetarian, vegan or gluten free option?
- All our restaurants have options for vegetarian, vegan and other dietary requirements. Our Front of House team is fully trained and equipped with information regarding different dietary requirements.
- Do you cater for special requests?
- Please inform us of any dietary requests when making your reservation. We always try our best to accommodate special requests and can provide allergen information upon request.
- Celebrating a birthday, anniversary etc. - what special thing can you offer?
- If you are celebrating a birthday or any other occasion, please let us know when making your reservation or inform your server upon arrival - we will always try to make your special occasions memorable (dessert with a candle and birthday song or a glass of sparkling for the celebrant).
- Can we bring our own cake or beverages?
- If you wish to bring your own cake, please give us a ring and let the restaurant manager know. No beverages, except those supplied by Bodean’s, are permitted to be consumed on the premises.
- Is your food Halal?
- Unfortunately, our foods are not halal certified.
- Do you offer Takeaways or Deliveries?
- All our restaurants offer Takeaway services - easily place your order on our website (www.bodeansbbq.com) or call the branch and place your order with one of our staff members. For deliveries, please head over to UberEats, place your order and wait for your order to arrive.
- Something wasn't quite right, who can I speak to?
- We’re sorry to hear that. Please let us know if something wasn’t quite up to our standards, and we will do our best to sort it out. In the first instance, you should speak to the restaurant manager. If you feel you haven’t been heard, please contact us via email ([email protected]).
- What is your Cancellation Policy?
- All reservations must be cancelled at least 2 hours prior to your booking, either via your online account, phone call (0207 488 3883) or email ([email protected]). Cancellations less than 2 hours in advance or No Shows may result in a £10 per person No-Show-Fee.
- Why do I need to provide you with my credit card when making a booking?
- For tables larger than 6 people and All day Friday and Saturday we require a credit card to guarantee your seats. Cancellations less than 2 hours in advance or No Shows may result in a £10 per person No-Show-Fee.
Customer Reviews & Ratings
4.25 out of 5 stars based on 1390 votes
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Jan 07, 2022
Lauren M.
Lovely food and staff
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 8/10
Dec 18, 2021
Di H.
Great meal and our server was amazing
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
May 30, 2021
Graham M.
The team looked after us superbly, had a really enjoyable evening.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 23, 2021
Bruce J.
The Jacob’s Ladder ribs which I have loved in the past we’re a bit dry this tough unlike some I’ve had at the restaurant before. I didn’t get that marinated in sauce taste and texture or shall I say that the sauce didn’t marry well with the meat and your bbq sauce in general could be better! I’m a lover of BBQ and when I go out to eat it I don’t want to think I could have done better at home because I shouldn’t be able to. I come to you guys for an eating experience especially as an American from the south living over here for many years. I want home when I bite into your ribs!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 7/10
Jan 16, 2022
Chloe N.
Always enjoy the food here
However the toilet really smelt of urine like it hadn’t been cleaned for weeks, it was very off putting
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 03, 2021
Elizabeth B.
Really nice atmosphere, staff really friendly, excellent service - food delicious. Would definitely go again and recommend!!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 03, 2021
Ashling J.
The ribs would have been nicer if they were cooked in a sauce, felt a little like we were eating unflavoured ribs. Obviously we added our own sauce at the table but, it’s cold and a bit ‘bleh’. So that was disappointing.
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 2/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 3/10
- Value: 3/10
Oct 05, 2021
Glen R.
Food was a huge disappointment from what we have experienced before at Bodeans. The pulled pork was tasty but a really tiny portion for £15. The fries were just pathetic. The other dishes were mediocre at best. The overall impression of the place from plates to tables to toilets was tired, aged and in desperate need of attention (wc especially dirty) The visit was not a good experience. One positive is that our server was excellent.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
May 21, 2021
chris w.
Thoroughly enjoyed the experience - the food and the service was great.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 7/10
Oct 03, 2021
Jenny C.
Enjoyed our first visit to Bodeans and mostly enjoyed the food. The pulled port was a bit disappointing but the ribs and fries were delicious
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 0/10
Jun 29, 2021
Mark P.
2nd time trying Bodeans , diff branch each time...Won't be a 3rd, underwhelming food to be honest..
- Overall: 4/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 5/10
- Ambience: 4/10
- Value: 7/10
Jan 17, 2022
Lee M.
I noted on the booking that we was celebrating a birthday, however there was no acknowledgement.
We do enjoy the food but the toilet fertility’s are not good. Not going to rush back
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 20, 2021
Jola S.
What's happened to the portions? They've got smaller!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 18, 2021
Peter T.
Amazing food quality and service
- Overall: 5/10
- Food: 4/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 6/10
Sep 29, 2021
Nimmi C.
The service was excellent, our waiter was wonderful, friendly and super helpful. In fact, all the staff were great. However, the food was not the same as before. The ribs and the pulled pork were extremely dry and hard, not the same experience we usually have at Bodeans. Was very disappointing as we were celebrating a birthday - and the quality of the food was not up to standard at all.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 24, 2021
Claire C.
Amazing always waiter excellent
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 30, 2021
Shelly M.
What a gem!! Reasonable price and great food in the centre of London. Only downside was hand washing area could’ve been cleaner.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 09, 2021
Jessica W.
Excellent- the ribs were FANTASTIC
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 12, 2021
Gemma L.
We had a fantastic time we went for our anniversary and they gave us a complimentary glass of procecco
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 7/10
Aug 19, 2021
Lee M.
Enjoyed the food but toilets need some TLC as the smell is quite off putting. Also didn't like hearing my kids are sharing toilets with adults of the opposite sex. Don't agree
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 7/10
Jul 17, 2021
Paul K.
Great food, Good Service would definitely recommend
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 7/10
Jan 23, 2022
Mary F.
Found the meat a bit dry and was disappointed about the lack of sauce on the spare ribs - might just be my expectation after other ribs places and what is served at the Bodean is just different. Otherwise nice joint for a meal catchup.
- Overall: 5/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 6/10
Jan 02, 2022
Jon B.
Server allowed me to taste a small portion of the truffled mac and cheese before ordering, which was nice of her.
Starter of nachos to share was drenched in plasticky cheese sauce which obscured the other toppings. Nachos were a strange texture too. Not a very pleasant dish.
I (vegetarian) ordered the BBQ Jackfruit meal for my main and wished I’d ordered the mac and cheese instead. Fries were crazy-hot and ‘bourbon-spiked beans’ tasted far too similar to the jackfruit.
The servers messed up my drinks order, giving me a regular mojito rather than the non-alcoholic version which I ordered.
Service would have been 7 but I took 1 point off for the drink mistake. Good thing I’m not a recovering alcoholic!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 12, 2021
Adam S.
Portions ain’t massive but good quality bbq and service !
- Overall: 4/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 5/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 5/10
Jan 07, 2022
Andy D.
Drinks took a while to come. We ordered double burgers but only single burgers arrived. One of our party ordered a medium burger but this was well done. The food was good but we couldn’t understand the mistakes - the restaurant wasn’t busy. They did give us money off the bill but it was a disappointing experience
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 9/10
Oct 09, 2021
Kathleen P.
Beer selection not brilliant during our visit. Food was great as always. Tables a bit close during Covid and it was a bit cold but presume that was adding extra ventilation!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 7/10
Feb 12, 2022
George S.
Food is very good and consistent. It's not cheap but not silly expensive either.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 9/10
Jun 16, 2021
Mark P.
Friendly and very speedy staff meant we didn’t wait long for a food or drinks at any stage of the evening. BBQ was terrific as always, although our fries were a little stale. Probably from a batch cooked earlier, but not a big deal. Looking forward to our next visit !
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 7/10
Nov 08, 2021
Michael A.
The food tasted great but felt a little short changed on the amount of chips.
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 7/10
Aug 30, 2021
Gemma W.
Too long to take a drinks order , 15 minutes! Food was nice, cocktails good . No one asked if all ok with food though. So for a 12.5% service fee there was a lack of interaction. It was all just OK.
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 5/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 6/10
Feb 21, 2022
Bob N.
Ate here with my 2 son’s to celebrate a 30th birthday. We ordered the local beers and they were horrible, however the food was excellent. The disappointment was that the bill automatically included 12.5% service charge which we couldn’t remove. The service was okay but not worth the £16 added to the bill.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Feb 16, 2022
Brandon R.
Me and my girlfriend loved it, cool atmosphere lovely food drink couldn’t fault it, great service I’ve worked in hospitality never review but wow this place is run greatly! Hard to find any negatives maybe would say give me more wings !
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 21, 2022
Alex H.
Great food and staff 5stars
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 6/10
Jul 13, 2021
Nigel D.
Everything was a little better than Ok. Sadly my memory was that it was exceptional when I went some years ago. Not disappointing just not outstanding.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 9/10
Jul 04, 2021
Dawn C.
Great staff, service and food!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Sep 01, 2021
Amanda L.
Love Bodeans but not been a very long time. Introduced a friend up from Plymouth. Would have preferred to sit upstairs - I felt too close to others. See you again x
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 7/10
Jun 06, 2021
Justina E.
Food and service was excellent. Was a little annoyed that service charge was added without permission. We were happy to leave a tip anyway but not keen on it being taken with no prior knowledge.
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 3/10
Nov 11, 2021
Wendy M.
Service was let down by length of time waiting for drinks and having to ask for part of meal to be brought to us.
The meat for all four of us was overdone and dry.
We have eaten at Bodeans several times and this was a particularly disappointing experience.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 06, 2021
David M.
We were 5 minutes late due to being delayed on a tube train and our table had been given away which the receptionist appeared to enjoy telling us!!
The food was excellent and the bar staff (as we sat at the bar) were friendly.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 06, 2021
Heather J.
I wanted to highlight our server, who was excellent. The food was good too. The ambiance was affected by some England football fans but that was not surprising on match day!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 31, 2021
Juliana O.
It was amazing, good food but the food was a bit cold for us. But apart from that it was nice. Enjoy it will definitely come again
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 19, 2021
Emily J.
Loved it all but went at a very quiet time so not much ambiance
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 04, 2021
Gary M.
Service was ace considering we were a group of 8. Only marked down on the food as one member of the party ordered the £25 steak and it was brought out cold.
They werent keen on making a fuss so didnt want to raise it at the time - he still ate it!!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Sep 13, 2021
Craig G.
More veggies for kids e.g. as sides etc
Food itself great and portions too
Service scored 7 because not offered dessert or further drinks
Did appreciate the understanding of staff with my two young children who were very tired and kept needing the toilet!!!
- Overall: 5/10
- Food: 3/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 4/10
Feb 07, 2022
Mitesh P.
Very disappointed with the whole evening. Pre booked the table over a week in advance with comments that wanted a table downstairs. When turned up were given table upstairs with cock n bull story about no tables available downstairs when it was half empty.
Food was tasteless apart from maybe wings which we Ok. Ordered Ribs which were bland and dry. Would not go there again in a hurry.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 01, 2021
Mia M.
Amazing food, great environment and the staff couldn’t have been nicer
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 12, 2021
Caroline B.
We love this restaurant. The platters are full of variety and enormous.
Best short rub ever!!!
If you love your meat then this is the place for you.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 02, 2022
Kellie M.
Our waitress was awesome! Definitely go!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Jan 02, 2022
Stefano N.
Quality of the food isn't what it used to be. The Burt ends were nice but a bit dry, and the coleslaw had an unpleasant nearly chemical taste. The chicken thighs a d the short ribs were good.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 28, 2021
Charlotte H.
Really lovely trip here. The staff were lovely, great atmosphere. Loved the baseball on in the background and the burnt ends were superb
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 18, 2022
Richard C.
Great food and great service - as always!!
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Jan 18, 2022
Joanne O.
Tables were abit too close together in my husbands opinion
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 17, 2021
Perry N.
100% Recommend. Food amazing. Staff very friendly and professional. They couldn't do enough for you. Will definitely be returning.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 23, 2021
Lisa A.
Had a fab meal at Bodeans, food great, service good, my only slight annoyance was that the restaurant didn’t seem busy yet we were put on a table for 2 in the corner with another couple sat very close to us when there were other larger tables and spaces free. We had a platter and pitcher which took up a lot of room, so some more space would have been good
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 28, 2021
Neil S.
really good and would go again
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 4/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 6/10
Aug 01, 2021
Jono V.
Vegan options are getting better but still pretty shit in terms of quality.
Check out:
1) https://eatgenesis.com/ OR
2) https://rudysvegan.com/pages/menu
to see how to make good food!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 29, 2021
jane l.
First time really great
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 6/10
Nov 29, 2021
Chris L.
The food was not as good as last time, drinks were slow at coming out once ordered.
- Overall: 3/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 4/10
- Ambience: 4/10
- Value: 4/10
Jul 26, 2021
Matthew R.
The standard across the board has honestly slipped so much.
- Overall: 4/10
- Food: 4/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 02, 2022
Sarah H.
The whole experience was below average . Despite booking online my reservation could not be found . Service was very poor , there were items missing from the menu but not made clear to us until we had placed our order then 5 mins later told we couldn't have them ! Waiting staff were not very attentive and we didn't stay long .
- Overall: 5/10
- Food: 4/10
- Service: 1/10
- Ambience: 4/10
- Value: 4/10
Mar 06, 2022
Kieran S.
Terrible service. Not one of the waiters/waitresses were attentive. Had to remind them of orders that had been made and look disinterested.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 3/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 10, 2021
Samantha S.
Our table wasn't ready for 7.30pm, we waited until about 7.40pm to be seated they then told us we had to leave at 9.30pm but didn't take our order until after 8pm. They also made mistakes in the order.
Aside from that everything else was great.
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 7/10
- Service: 4/10
- Ambience: 6/10
- Value: 7/10
Nov 11, 2021
Simon H.
Negatives:
Tiny table, no where to put bags and coats.
Brought us food that was meant for another table.
A couple of cocktails made it a very expensive experience, 2 for 1 maybe?
Positives:
Great drinks selection, although there used to be more cocktail options
Tasty well priced food
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 17, 2022
Mona D.
I specifically stayed in my booking it was for a birthday and anniversary, there was no reference made by your staff or acknowledgement so I don’t see the purpose of asking.
- Overall: 2/10
- Food: 2/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 2/10
Oct 09, 2021
Malcolm B.
Service terrible ribs undercooked . Manager did take of the ribs on the bill.
I have been to Bowden’s many times over the years but will not be going back.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 02, 2021
Ethan M.
Brilliant food, Brilliant service, really affordable prices too!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 01, 2021
Daniel M.
Great restrant could have been slightly bigger portion of chips but great food all round with visit again
- Overall: 2/10
- Food: 2/10
- Service: 2/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 2/10
Dec 06, 2021
Jon P.
Booked Bodean's for a catch up with some work colleagues, and it was a really disappointing experience. we ordered the house lager, which took 3 attempts as it kept arriving flat, the waitress had to go down to the downstairs bar in the end and bring up a jug that we were left to pour ourselves. we understand that these things happen but it shouldn't be arriving at the guest table, especially as it had already been pointed out. we also ordered the Mash potato which when it arrived it looked more like a bowl of milk. when we pointed it out to waiter he looked horrified that this had been served up, however he was the one that had given it to us.
i'm sure on another day we could have had a good experience but on this occasion unfortunately it wasn't
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 7/10
Feb 12, 2022
Michael C.
Had a great time a food was great as usual. However I felt the portion sizes have reduced which was disappointing. The ambience was great and the service was decent however getting service at times was quite difficult and we were left waiting with our food for no cutlery for quite a while. We also didn’t receive any condiments and had to grab these ourselves whilst also requesting some mayonnaise which never arrived.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 5/10
Oct 30, 2021
Paul F.
Expensive now for what it is. Still love it though.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Mar 22, 2022
Philip B.
We were a big group so understandably the service was a little slow, however one of our group didn't get to eat their main due to the time taken to bring to table despite having over an hour before having to leave. Otherwise a very nice evening with great food and drinks.
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 8/10
Jul 29, 2021
Roger R.
First time visitors but really enjoyed the restaurant and the food.
Team members were helpful and friendly just thought the location small
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 6/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 15, 2021
Bailey D.
Amazing food but took 10 minutes to be seated and service was a little slow.
All else amazing
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 10/10
Aug 24, 2021
Katie G.
Loved food.
Toilets need a big improvement, they are disgusting. People not returning because of toilets.
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Aug 12, 2021
Guido M.
Table wasn’t ready for time booked. Had to wait for one to be free. Service was pretty slow.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 02, 2021
Rachel B.
Love this place
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 05, 2021
Jason S.
Great place to eat
- Overall: 4/10
- Food: 1/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 2/10
Feb 04, 2022
Jamie G.
Good was dry and tasteless, completely different to what it was years ago
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 8/10
- Service: 7/10
- Ambience: 5/10
- Value: 8/10
Oct 29, 2021
David S.
Felt tucked away in a corner away from the buzz of the restaurant. Love Bodeans but not this seat
- Overall: 0/10
- Food: 0/10
- Service: 0/10
- Ambience: 0/10
- Value: 0/10
Mar 27, 2022
Nicole M.
Unfortunately restaurant was closed after being told they were running 15 minutes late, still nobody opened the door or informed me of the change. Emailed the restaurant but no response. Pretty poor to be honet.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 18, 2021
Francis Y.
So good to be back, ribs were amazing as usual, everything top marks from me, only niggle is that the Largarita isn't on the menu anymore, such a shame, best cocktail, would be great to bring that back!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 12, 2021
Stuart B.
Great restaurant good atmosphere friendly staff and amazing food
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Nov 22, 2021
Dominique T.
Thank you for facilitating us last week. The evening was well received by everyone, the food was incredible and we were well looked after. Will be coming again!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 6/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 6/10
Sep 27, 2021
Joao C.
You have reduced the portion size. Not good. Not happy.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 16, 2022
George C.
it was very good!
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 04, 2021
Ashton G.
Staff and service was fantastic! Made myself and my group feel welcomed. I highly recommend this venue if you’ve got a large group! Thanks hope to see you again soon.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Sep 23, 2021
jamie j.
My favourite restaurant, I love it. Please bottle the diablo sauce i need some for home.
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 10/10
Feb 05, 2022
Deborah S.
Food was delicious, just as I remembered from 5 years earlier. Lovely surprise of my dessert bearing a candle for my birthday. Thank you
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Mar 25, 2022
Jack A.
Super experience! We turned up early, and the waitress was able to accommodate for us, she did an excellent job with her service! The food is as we have come to expect from bodeans, truly delicious. Thanks to all and we will be back!
- Overall: 7/10
- Food: 5/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jun 29, 2021
Nicola T.
I've been to Bodeans quite a few times (to all Central London branches) but I've never had food like that served on Saturday 26 June; thought perhaps they had a new chef that day as the ribs were dry (and this is no fault of the chef, but Burnt Ends were very fatty)! Was looking forward to getting back to Bodeans as food is normally delicious, but that has put me off and I don't think I will be visiting again :(
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 9/10
- Value: 9/10
Jun 01, 2021
Kirsty C.
I was asked the reason for the booking and noted it was our belated anniversary getaway weekend. Not that I wanted a sing and dance but this was not even acknowledged so why ask? Food was great and the champions league game was on so atmosphere was good
- Overall: 6/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 3/10
- Value: 7/10
Jun 26, 2021
Fran M.
Food and service was great but seating and decor was very dated. Felt like it could have been a cafe.
Had previously been to bodeans in Soho a few years ago and remembered such a good a buzzy atmosphere. I understand it is a basement restaurant so don’t have the passers by like soho but just really thought the decor and layout let the place down.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Jul 09, 2021
Paul D.
Brilliant food and service. Give them a try you wont be disappointed..
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 8/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 24, 2021
Tracey L.
Fabulous as always
- Overall: 9/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 8/10
Aug 26, 2021
Rob L.
Really good BBQ place, food excellent, service great.
Highly recommended for lunch.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 31, 2021
Tom W.
Great place always enjoyed our time there will be back
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 7/10
- Value: 6/10
Oct 12, 2022
Anonymous User
Smashing
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 26, 2021
Justine S.
Happy customer always lovely food and customer service xx
- Overall: 8/10
- Food: 9/10
- Service: 9/10
- Ambience: 8/10
- Value: 10/10
Dec 14, 2021
Michael T.
The general experience was good until they move the boisterous group of men to our side. It ruined the calm and special date I had with my partner.
- Overall: 10/10
- Food: 10/10
- Service: 10/10
- Ambience: 10/10
- Value: 10/10
Oct 11, 2021
Tehila D.
We loved the food and the service was great.