My first visit to Convent Garden won't be my last. Good food and great service in a beautiful location. Quiet background music provides ambience but does not prevent quiet conversation.

Located on Boundary Road in West End’s bustling restaurant/cafe/bar precinct, Covent Garden caught my attention last month when I dined at Jacaranda Lane. I crossed the road to check out this newly renovated bar and I was impressed. Fast forward several weeks and we are walking into Covent Garden for lunch.

We are warmly greeted by Owner Cuba who helps us with the food and drinks Menu. With an impressive selection of 190+ varieties of Gin, this Gin House specialises in Gin and Gin Cocktails. Our Gin and Tonic, Covent Garden Cobbler and Singapore Sling arrives within minutes. They look beautiful and are refreshing! Kudos to our imaginative and talented Bartender. With our drinks we walk towards the back which opens up to a leafy courtyard garden (dining) area, with a stand alone bar. And lunch is served!

*Steak Sandwich ($18) is served with Steak slices, Swiss cheese, salad and fried onions. The French Fries are fantastic!

*Ploughman’s Board comes with fresh charcuterie, remoulade, hard cheese and breads.

*Mezze Board has a delicious baba ghanoush, feta, variety of pickled vegetables and flat bread.

Our meals are nicely presented with generous servings and are rated 4-4.5/5.0 We finish our meal with a Forage Club Cocktail, Affogato, Cafe Latte and Petit Fours. This skilled Barista pours excellent coffees! Thank you to our gracious host Cuba and his wonderful team for a very enjoyable afternoon.

With... Phuong Tran