20 terrific spots in Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove

Sadly, Notting Hill Carnival comes but once a year – so we asked Time Out Tastemakers for their tips on what to eat, drink, do and see in Notting Hill and Ladbroke Grove on the other 363 days.

Best street to walk down

‘It has to be Portobello Road. Although it’s horribly busy at the weekend, you can always find a gem or two at the stalls!’ Louisa Gottardo

‘All Saints Road by far (sorry, Portobello!). It’s full of nice shops, cafés and restaurants.’ Ioanna Laskari

                                         Best place for fun

‘The Ginstitute on Portobello Road: a two-hour tour with so so many boozy cocktails, a history of the spirit with interactive rooms and then the chance to learn about botanicals and make your own gin.’ Natasha Tooray

                                         Best cheap eat

‘Panella on Golborne Road for incredible, authentic Sicilian street food.’ Neil Kite

‘The Tabernacle, an old church turned into a performance venue and café serving the best Caribbean food for less than a fiver!’ Elisa Riche

‘Saporitalia Pizzeria on Portobello Road: delicious and very authentic, with friendly staff and a nice atmosphere.’ Ioanna Laskari

                                        Best place to relax

‘Go to Cowshed for a massage!’ Claire Etchell

‘Holland Park – if you’re lucky, you’ll see the peacocks.’ Stephanie Chan

                                        Best place for brunch

‘Farmacy, Granger & Co, Gail’s or Daylesford.’ Claire Etchell

‘The very cosy Golborne Deli: fresh food, the best coffee and lots of vegetarian options.’ María González

                                        Best place for culture

‘The Electric Cinema, where you can watch the latest films from a bed.’ Elisa Riche

                                        Best thing to Instagram

‘The pastel-coloured houses, and the multicoloured lattes at Farm Girl.’ LeeLee Seah

‘Wild at Heart florist on Westbourne Park Road is Insta-famous for its turquoise wall.’ Claire Etchell

                                               Best coffee

‘Grounds of Arabica near Latimer Road. Turmeric latte for me!’ Stephanie Chan

‘A new vegetarian place on Ladbroke Grove called Leafwild Cafe: so good.’ Cassie Root

                                                Best bar

‘Garden Bar near Latimer Road, because it has great food and beers on tap, plus a massive back garden with cabanas and tables in the sun. Very much a hidden gem.’ Cassie Root

‘I love the retro tiki vibes of Trailer Happiness, and the drinks are sublime – they know how to nail a rum cocktail!’ Georgie Pursey

                                                Best pub

‘Metropolitan Bar has artisan beers, boutique gins and amazing food. During Carnival it goes all-out with a barbecue and DJs on rotation: it’s a good place if you ever need to get away from the crowds.’

‘The Churchill Arms! The flowery outside is the main thing, but they serve great Thai food too.’ Paula Kanesanathan