Turie

Unforgettable Flavors and Impeccable Service

It was well past the usual midday bustle when I stumbled upon Turie, a curious blend of cafe and lunch haven tucked away just a short walk from Marylebone Station. Despite having missed the rush of pinstriped bankers from BNP Paribas, suggested by one regular who slyly hinted at their knack for sniffing out a prime lunch spot, I found myself amid a more contemplative, less harried crowd relishing in a mix of tranquility and sincerity that Turie seemed to curate so effortlessly. Here, amid a dance of double espressos gracing polished wooden tables and salad boxes exchanged with charming smiles, I felt that I, too, belonged to this enclave of cheerful indulgence.

The staff, vibrating with a gracious earnestness that was palpable, ensured an experience that lingered long after my last sip of a spot-on macchiato. It's easy to forgive the few bumps – a coffee lacking its robust kick or the occasional hint of clumsiness during the lunch rush – for beneath it all radiates a wholesome commitment to quality, be it in their thoughtfully seasoned miso chicken or slices of perfectly battered chicken cooled gently atop crisp lettuce. It’s this same zest and honesty from the kitchen, sometimes touched by bare-handed urgency, that resonates throughout Turie, leaving you not only full but nourished, appreciative, and faintly awaiting your next visit. — Clarissa Cuisinier