The Easton, Clerkenwell

Our first Roast of 2010 is The Easton.

We had actually planned to skip roast this week, and instead, to have a wander around the neighborhood. I had high hopes for my camera on this first sunny weekend day of the year, but after said walk and a dearth of souls I wanted to steal, we were hungry.

We had read about The Easton in the past, and when we found ourselves around the corner at Exmouth Market, we decided to venture over.

From the outside this pub looks like nothing special. It doesn't even have door handles. It actually looked almost closed, as the windows were covered with condensation.

The wave of deliciousness hits you once you open the door. It smells amazing. The interior is simple, bright, and very clean. The collection of mismatching chairs lends character.

The menu, pictured, looks wonderful.



Dishes Ordered: (Pictured left to right)

• Roast Beef (Darren & Franc)
  
• Apple Crumble (Darren)
  
• Chocolate Bread & Butter Pudding (Franc)
  

Observations: (collective and individual)

• Every table was booked; however, the staff welcomed us to sit for as long as the table was available. (We enjoyed Rodney's 2:30 table until 2:15.)
• Portions were very generous. (Franc)
  
• The meat was a bit gristly on the edges, but removing those bits, it was excellent. (Darren)
• The food was served piping hot. (see picture, Franc)
• The mix of vegetables with the roast was nice.
• It was both child and dog-friendly
  
• Best dessert since I've moved back to the UK (Darren, who moved back 2 years ago)
• I'm glad I didn't have to share my dessert (Franc)
• Our table was for four, but it wasn't suited for four, as the table's legs got in the way on two sides. (Darren)
  
• Ladies' room was impeccably clean. (Franc)
• This pub could be much more aesthetically inviting from the outside and cozier on the interior.
• We would definitely come here again.
  

On to the scores: (awarded on these guidelines)






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