Last Outpost

Cozy Gem with Exceptional Beer Selection

Swanning into Last Outpost in Hither Green felt a bit like discovering a perfectly wrapped gift sitting on your doorstep. The restaurant effortlessly cozies up to you, its ambiance striking just the right chords of charm and cheer, almost like finding a hidden trove in an urban landscape. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Louis, proving himself as one of those rare finds in hospitality: professional yet personable, each interaction as pleasant as unwrapping another layer of this unexpected gem. As the kitchen strummed a tune of various aromas, we settled for a session of sipping from their curated list of brilliantly priced pints that might tempt even the staunchest cocktail connoisseur over to the beer side. Service here paces at its own relaxed beat—certainly not a tempo suited to a lunchtime dash—but partakes generously in easy camaraderie and genuine exchanges.

My culinary explorations led me through the famed vegetarian nut roast, robust with a melody of earthy flavors, holding court alongside its beefy counterpart, layered languidly, resonating with opulently interspersed slices rather than skimping on essence and texture. It's almost as if each plate at Last Outpost potty-trains palate expectations, juxtaposing typical heavyweights like beef roasts with lighter, nuanced variations. While occasional shadows surfaced—a whiff of draught service or paperless restroom—noticed imperfections paled against the tapestry of warm service and happy tones, generously served with every course and, luckily, part of the magic tucked away at this quaint spot. Ignore the slight slips, embrace the beauty in its rough cuts, and endeavor to blissfully imbibe the vibrancy, and the devoted craft presented within its soothing enclosures. For each visit offers a chance at ironing out the kinks and uncovering more layers of this neighborhood charmer that seems delightedly set on locals discovering its spell all anew. — Clarissa Cuisinier