Iberico

£12 / Portuguese, Delis, Wine bars

519 Norwood Rd, London

Opening hours

9AM-8PM

Sunday 9AM-8PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 7AM-10PM
Wednesday 7AM-10PM
Thursday 7AM-10PM
Friday 7AM-10PM
Saturday 7AM-10PM

Culinary Artistry and Delightful Ambiance Unmatched

As I sauntered into this gastronomic haven, I was immediately enveloped by an orchestra of tantalizing aromas that made my olfactory senses do a joyful jig. It's as though the chef, a veritable culinary Picasso, orchestrates an ever-shifting menu that somehow still pays tribute to classic, drool-inducing staples. Forgive me for sounding like a dining cliché, but even London's indecisive weather would hesitate to rain on the parade of this restaurant's reputation. Weary of always ordering my go-to dish, I dared to try something new, only to find out that in the arena of consistent culinary excellence, this place is Zeus in chef whites—unbeatable indeed.

While some might wail about less-than-suitable hospitality elsewhere, here you can rest your weary selves assured. The staff manage to sport a highly rare dual talent: blending charming friendliness with razor-sharp efficiency—no small feat in today’s service industry. The surroundings? A study in tranquility where families, especially the bedlam troop of children, can actually relax rather than wreak havoc. Tidy as anything and absolutely kid-friendly to boot, it's the perfect midday escapade. Oh, and let’s not overlook the pièce de résistance—the divinely concocted hot chocolate. Truly, it might be London’s pinnacle cup, hotter even than exasperated Londoners during rush hour! — Penelope Savory