The Local Gem, Lolo

They should rename Bermondsey Street ‘Calle José Pizarro’ following the opening of the acclaimed Spanish chef’s third restaurant on this south London thoroughfare. Next door to José, Lolo offers all-day dining in casual but stylish surroundings (bare plaster walls, glazed ceramic tiles, beautiful wood flooring). Expect an attractive menu of gorgeously flavoursome small and large plates, ranging from silky chicken liver parfait topped with a piquant Pedro Ximénez glaze (a must-order accompanied by miniature sweet potato rolls for scooping) to tender Iberian pork ribs simply seasoned with salt and pepper. Ask for a stool at the open kitchen counter or take breakfast on the pavement terrace and feel part of the local scene.

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