Colleen C.
Yelp
Granger & Co is quickly becoming one of my go-to lunch spots in Clerkenwell...when I have a bit of time to enjoy lunch, or am meeting a friend or having an interview or meeting, I come here. The service isn't super fast
As does everyone else in the area, apparently. It's always nearly full at lunch! They take bookings right through Yelp though, so not to worry. Make a booking, slide right in and enjoy.
Gorgeous, open space full of huge windows, sweeping natural light, white surfaces. It's posh, yet comfortable. If you are a "foodie photog" you'll be happy with the lighting, I assure you. And even if you are just a regular human being, you'll like it too -- natural light is good for you! It's located on a quiet little corner tucked away just off St John Street and Clerkenwell Road, overlooking the back of a big churchyard. Trees, gated park, hidden location -- makes it all a very pleasant experience. Its subdued and refined.
The food is excellent. I mostly gravitate towards the salads (Bondi bowl, raw tuna and avocado poke) but also have tried the chicken schnitzel (very nice) and the pistachio fudge. The menu is extensive and well thought out. On the pricey side? Yes. High quality? Yes. Fast? Yes, faster than you'd expect, which I always appreciate when the food is very nice and you are trying to beat the lunch clock.
The service is a bit weird -- it's always a bit awkward (why? I don't know?) -- but overall they are trying and friendly. No major problems.
It's a gorgeous place and at dinner would be very fit for a special occasion. In the earlier hours its casual but you'll feel fanciful. My kind of place.
Will be back for brunch!