The Green - East dulwich Road

[EDDW]

I have just ead a very poor review of this restaurant in the South London Press. Have always wanted to try it but now not sure. Should I give it a go - or is it as bad as the review made out. Slow / indifferent service, poor food, high (relative to quality) prices.

[argibargy]

Could not agree more - overpriced + snotty staff + crap food IMHO.

[SeanMacGabhann]

I always want to like the place more - but....the jury appears to be in regardless of who you speak to

[Marmora Man]

argibargy Wrote:

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> Could not agree more - overpriced + snotty staff +

> crap food IMHO.

What does IMHO mean? Also what does IMO mean? Just want to learn about the language on this forum.

[ed_pete]

IMO = In My Opinion

IMHO = In My Honest Opinion

HTH (Hope That Helps)

[Meredith]

It's good for a coffee and sitting outside. Bar snacks aren't bad. Otherwise service is poor and food isn't that great. I have also been overcharged when I went with a large group.

[SeanMacGabhann]

just an FYI - IMHO & IMO isn't limited to this forum - it's pretty much standard on most internet forums (for good or bad)

oh - FYI - For Your Information

edited after looking up a full list of acronyms:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imho#I

[Marmora Man]

SeanMacGabhann Wrote:

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> just an FYI - IMHO & IMO isn't limited to this

> forum - it's pretty much standard on most internet

> forums (for good or bad)

>

> oh - FYI - For Your Information

>

> edited after looking up a full list of acronyms:

Thanks - I'm just just an old B***** learning the ropes. TTFN!

>

> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imho#I

[SeanMacGabhann]

I've looked up B****** several tines in that list and it's not there!

Welcome to the forum anyway sir..

[nylonmeals]

and going back to your original question - really not a fan, food is not up to scratch, general attitude isn't either

though the outside bit is nice for drinks

[DG]

I like their chips and mayo and their hummous and pitta bread. The service is OK. Just very French!

[spadetownboy]

ed_pete Wrote:

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> IMO = In My Opinion

> IMHO = In My Honest Opinion

> HTH (Hope That Helps)

ffs

[Ko]

I've always found the food to be good. We took some friends out there and they liked the food too. Haven't been since last Christmas though. It is a bit pricey though for the overall package.

The service isn't great, but it is a lot better than it used to be! I think I remember when the service was really bad and now I have low expectations, so I am always pleasantly surprised now that the service is a little better! When the service used to be really bad, I asked a couple of times for the discretionary service charge to be removed from the bill and they didn't make a fuss which is refreshing.

[Frisco]

Is 'The Green' connected in any way to the 'Le Chardon' on Lordship Lane? I seem to remember seeing reading that they were.

[Gerrard]

Hi Frisco, I think I picked up a card from Le Chardon which had details of the Green on the reverse, so presumably they are connected. We love Le Chardon, but would not choose to have dinner in the Green. Having said that, I do rate their hearty English breakfast's, one of the best around IMO.

[iamyamyam]

I think the green's great. I had my wedding reception there a couple of years ago - top notch food for about 120 and excellent staff who couldn't do enough for you.

[Louisa]

The Green is a dive, I went in there with a friend who persuaded me, end of last year (shortly before xmas), and was forced to eat what can best be described as mush. The mash potatoes I had were dire, and I wouldnt be surprised if they were made from Smash or some other dry dubious substance. Steer clear!

[Jah Lush]

The last time I was there I had some dodgy oysters and was violently ill for the next 48 hours. Not surprisingly I have been rather fearful of going back there, although I did go to an 18th birthday party there last year and to be honest the food and service left a lot to be desired. I certainly wouldn't recommend it.

[nutty]

Wow Louisa - strong words from one visit - perhaps a little harsh?! I've been a couple of times and I think it rates alongside Le Chardon. The nights where they have live music are great, but is a little overpriced (like Le Chardon). I believe the owners also own the little coffee shop in the village.

[citizenED]

There are a couple of previous threads on this and on balance the place does not come out very well, and i have to admit that I'm not a fan - however it seems busy whenever I go past so they must be doing something right.

citizen

[SeanMacGabhann]

I've seen it busy on occassion - but as often as not it seems to be pretty empty. Was sorely tempted to go in yesterday just toget out of that storm... but I held on for 72

[Keef]

Only been once (about 2 years ago), and food was really nice... However, service was terrible, and staff not friendly!

[susyp]

i like it for breakfast - but made the mistake of going there for sunday lunch and it was FULL of children running around banging into our table without their parents, or the staff giving a damm. when we very politely complained, the father of the devil children threatened to "knock us into tomorrow" and said we shouldn't go out on sundays if we don;t like children. i don't mind children, but i get a bit put out when they jump up and down while holding onto the back of my chair while i;m trying to eat my sunday roast... would say the clientele there leave something to be desired.... :X

[SeanMacGabhann]

I'm with you on the sunday "vibe" thing Susyp but (and apologies here but I know someone is going to say it...) are you SURE it was The Green

;-)

[susyp]

ah yes i have doubled checked this time!! and it's linked with le chardon - my other nemesis!! >:D