Maida Vale in London

2 places for Maida Vale in London, picked by creators — with what they said.

• Sol's — Harrison Webb
  Praises the cosy, intimate feel of sitting inside the wine cellar, the well-judged music volume, and the croquettes, which are wonderfully oozy inside with great smokiness alongside the mustard aioli.
  Heads up: A glass of wine plus one small plate already comes to £29, so it's not cheap, and the good seats (the side tables) can be hard to snag. Next door, Sol's Sister isn't a restaurant — it's a florist.
• Clifton Nurseries Cafe — Harrison Webb
  Praises the atmosphere of being in the middle of a garden centre, plus warm croissants and coffee at £2.75–£3.75, making it possible to have a date for under £10.
  Heads up: Don't expect much from the food — go for the coffee. The avocado and chocolate pancakes and croissants are messy to eat on a first date, and the flowers aren't sold individually, only as potted plants. Beer is pricier at £8.50.

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