The bottom of York Way could do with cheering up. So I was very pleased to receive this review from neighbours Sarah and Patrick of The Fellow at 24 York Way (map) on the corner of Caledonia Street. The Fellow has replaced the very average ‘Masque’ which in turn replaced the 1960s vintage ‘Locomotive’ i think:
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‘The Fellow opens for business on Wednesday, 8 October in the former bar on the corner of Caledonia Street and York Way. The much improved interior consists of a comfortable bar and dining room on the ground floor, a cocktail bar with outdoor space on the first floor and conference facilities on the top floor.
‘This is a gastro-pub with a good wine list and welcoming staff. The menu consists of dishes such as starters of Butternut Squash Soup, Ham Hock and Potato Terrine, main courses include Confit Duck Leg with puy lentils, Fish Pie and The Fellow Burger and you can follow with a dessert from a selection which includes a Bitter Chocolate Pot (delicious), Creamed Rice with Armagnac soaked prunes or English Apple Tart. The prices are definitely reasonable and we need to continue our strategy of supporting local businesses wherever possible.‘
I should point out that Sarah and Patricks meal was paid for by the establishment – but anyone who knows these redoutable local campaigners will be well aware that they can’t be bought. Reviews are always subjective so feel free to comment on whether you liked it or not.
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It certainly looks very nice from the outside, and I’m looking forward to trying the place out. I hope it doesn’t suffer in the early days from all the noise and construction on the other side of the road.
Had dinner at The Fellow last night (and was paying the bill!). Very good experience all round – the food was good and the service pretty decent too. They also had pretty much a full house around 8-9pm, which is a good sign. There’s a cocktail bar (similar decor) on the first floor which looks like a pretty convivial place to have a drink too. Looking forward to spending more time there!
Pub had a nice atmosphere, nice clientèle. Food was good but not great and a bit cold, a little basic. Service was very slow – the waiter we had to begin with was quick but he disappeared and the three who hung around the kitchen area couldn’t seem to get away from chatting to clear the table/give us the bill/take our money. I will try again in a few weeks to see if it picks up and I really hope it does as it would be an asset to the area. At £70 for a dinner for two there is some more work to do.
I recently enjoyed a great evening at this new gastro pub. It definately provides a new point of interest in kings cross, and easily out does the competition in the area. The resturant was quite busy when i ate there (Thurs 9th Oct), which, combined with good music, created a nice atmosphere. My group of 4 were well looked after by the waiting staff, whilst the food was excellent and priced competitively (i had the lambs tongue, steak tartare (which was amazing) and the bitter chocolate pot).
However, the best thing about the evening was being informed of the upstairs cocktail bar. This is an excellent addition, allowing you enjoy a few more drinks late into the night, without feeling any pressure from resturant staff. I enjoyed a great martini, though there spirit range is extensive and the barstaff clearly knowledgeable. The table service also allowed us to relax further.
I would definately give this place a try.
Looks nice, but that’s all. The prices are ridiculous. £4.70 for a SINGLE gin and tonic (and that inlcudes £1.90 for a tiny bottle of tonic). Massive rip-off. £4 for a pint of what tasted like watered down Peroni. Are you sure?! The wine list was horrendously expensive as well.
Also none of the punters in the pub last night (13 Oct 2008) appreciated it when at around 630pm one of the barstaff came around and placed notices on our tables telling us that if diners needed our table, that we would be asked to move. (we were just drinking, so seated in the “drinking section” not the “dining section”). Rudeness or what?
I won’t be going again, and will tell all of my friends/colleagues to boycott it.
Went there on Sunday and although nowhere near as busy as i have seen walking past during the week the food was very good. Much better than standard gastropub in london. Seems to have got busy very quickly and does seem more of a food place than drinking. all in all a good pub for the area.
I have yet to sample the Fellow, but read some of the comments above with interest – I always wonder why people bother complaining about prices in places like this…if you don’t like it (or can’t afford it – maybe they’re just trying to raise the tone!?), don’t drink there, quite simple!!
Also, watered down Peroni? Are you kidding? That sort of comment is simply facile, in my opinion…
I’ve tried The Fellow a couple of times in recent weeks and I can’t recommend it highly enough!
The food & service is excellent, although a little pricey. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Portions were generous, and the food is of a standard of a good gastropub.
And they have rooms for functions and a decent cocktail bar. It’s going to give Acorn House and Konstam a run for their money!
I really like it. I’ve had good service and great food (which I think justifies the prices) on all four occasions I have eaten there. A new local favourite.