Oliver's Fish and Chips

95 Haverstock Hill
London
NW3 4RL

Oliver's Fish and Chips is a cute little chippy in Belsize Park - apparently it was founded by the same people who started Millie's Cookies. The inside is well-lit and cheerful, and W and I were seated quickly. About 15 minutes later, the restaurant was heaving and there was a line out the door for takeout, so it looks like people in the neighborhood are pretty excited about it. We both opted for matzo-encrusted hake with side of chips, and were pleased with how fresh the fish tasted. The matzo option was a nice change from batter as well. The side of mushy peas were flecked with mint, prices were reasonable and service was pretty efficient - all in all, a nice place to eat locally if you are lucky enough to live in this area.

Sir Richard Steele Pub

97 Haverstock Hill

London

NW3 4RL

Was in W's neighborhood since there was a plan to see The September Issue at the cinema after dinner, so obviously we had to pick a dinner place. We met up with F&C at this pub, which serves Thai food (and some very expensive pints of Hoegaarden!) I got the basil fried rice with pork, W had Thai green curry with chicken, and F ordered chicken satay and pad thai with chicken. Thumbs up all around, though I would have preferred for the onion in my fried rice to be more cooked as I really can't stand raw onion. Due to some rather strange wall decorations at the pub, we started talking about this crazy taxidermy shop in Islington, Get Stuffed - if you're ever walking down Essex Road, check it out. Also, I highly recommend the Everyman Belsize Park - while the movie tickets are on the pricey side, you do get luxurious seats with little pillows and back rests that recline, and you can also order drinks and food at your seat. Anyway - good pub, good company, and good movie afterwards makes for an excellent evening.