Konstantin T.
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We visited Burger & Lobster at West India Quay for dinner on a Friday night, and the place was absolutely packed.
First, the location. Canary Wharf used to feel quite clinical and business-only, but that has clearly changed. The area around West India Quay is now lively, busy and full of people out enjoying their evening — not just finishing work — which gives the restaurant a great atmosphere.
The restaurant itself was completely full, with a lively buzz, very much like a Wetherspoons pub on a busy night — energetic, noisy and clearly popular.
We started with rock oysters, lobster bisque, and a Caesar salad with lobster and quinoa.
The bisque was lighter than expected — the waitress explained this was intentional as it’s designed as a starter — but it did miss a stronger lobster flavour.
The Caesar salad was a bit controversial: the lobster itself was very good, but the quinoa wasn’t cooked evenly, with some parts still slightly crunchy.
For all lobsters, we were asked whether we preferred them boiled or grilled. We chose boiled and did not regret it at all — the lobster was tender, juicy and nicely cooked.
For mains, we also ordered the Burger & Lobster signature, which was decent and definitely enjoyable — especially for the kids.
However, the real standout was the wagyu smash burger (a separate dish, not included in the Burger & Lobster combo). Smash burgers are often not very juicy, but this one was excellent — a double patty, beautifully cooked, with cheese melting in your mouth. Easily the highlight of the meal.