This page provides comprehensive information about how we use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, improve website performance, and deliver personalised content. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to offer a smoother and more efficient user experience. In the table below, you will find detailed information about each type of cookie we use, their purpose, and how long they remain on your device. We are committed to respecting your privacy and providing transparency about the data we collect through cookies. For more information on how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy. Additionally, please review our Cookie Policy for a detailed understanding of cookie usage. This Cookie Policy outlines our practices in detail.
Understanding Our Cookie Policy
Cookies can be broadly classified into several categories: essential cookies, performance cookies, functional cookies, and targeting cookies. Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and enable you to navigate and use its features. Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use the website, such as which pages are visited most often, and help us understand the effectiveness of our content. Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalised features. Targeting cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests.
To further personalise your experience, we may also ask you to provide certain information such as your location or preferences when you first visit our site. This allows us to tailor the content, offers, and advertisements specifically to your interests and needs, ensuring a unique experience each time you visit. For instance, if we know you are located in London, we may display promotions related to our locations in that area or introduce you to menu items that are popular among local customers.
It is essential to understand that cookies do not access or collect personal information from your device; they only store your preferences and settings to improve your experience. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. Each browser has its own method for managing cookies, so we recommend checking the help section of your specific browser for detailed instructions.
Moreover, we encourage users to explore the options available for cookie management through industry-standard tools. For example, the Network Advertising Initiative provides a platform that allows users to opt-out of targeted advertising from participating companies. By taking advantage of these tools, you can have greater control over your online experience and ensure that the advertisements you see align with your interests.
Our commitment to user privacy extends beyond our cookie policy. We implement robust security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access and comply with all relevant data protection laws. We take your privacy seriously and continuously strive to enhance our practices to better serve you.
In conclusion, cookies play a vital role in enhancing your experience on our website. They help us understand our audience, improve our services, and provide you with content that interests you. As you browse our site, we hope you enjoy the tailored experience that our use of cookies facilitates. Should you have any questions or concerns about our cookie policy, please feel free to contact us.
For example, if you visit our site and accept cookies, we may use this information to show you advertisements that relate to your interests in food, dining, and American cuisine. This targeted approach not only enhances your user experience but also ensures that our advertising is more effective and meaningful. Our cookies may also remember your preferences for future visits, such as your language choice or login details, making your next visit quicker and more seamless. This commitment to enhancing user experience is at the core of our website’s design.
To manage cookies effectively, you can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that if you choose to refuse cookies, you may not be able to use the full functionality of our website. Some features may not work as intended, and your experience may be less enjoyable overall. We recommend that you keep cookies enabled to fully experience all our site has to offer.
Finally, we may also use third-party cookies which are set by domains other than our website. These cookies may be used for a variety of purposes, including tracking user behaviour across different websites and serving tailored advertisements. It is important to review the privacy policies of these third-party websites for more information on how they use cookies and manage your privacy.
We regularly review and update our cookie policy to ensure it remains compliant with applicable laws and regulations. Changes to this policy will be reflected on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and your choices regarding them. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
Essential
Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper function of the website.
Name
Description
Duration
wpconsent_preferences
This cookie is used to store the user's cookie consent preferences.
30 days
Google Tag Manager
Google Tag Manager simplifies the management of marketing tags on your website without code changes.
Name
Description
Duration
cookiePreferences
Registers cookie preferences of a user
2 years
td
Registers statistical data on users' behaviour on the website. Used for internal analytics by the website operator.
session
Statistics
Statistics cookies collect information anonymously. This information helps us understand how visitors use our website.
Google Analytics
Google Analytics is a powerful tool that tracks and analyzes website traffic for informed marketing decisions.
Contains information related to marketing campaigns of the user. These are shared with Google AdWords / Google Ads when the Google Ads and Google Analytics accounts are linked together.
90 days
__utma
ID used to identify users and sessions
2 years after last activity
__utmt
Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests
10 minutes
__utmb
Used to distinguish new sessions and visits. This cookie is set when the GA.js javascript library is loaded and there is no existing __utmb cookie. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to the Google Analytics server.
30 minutes after last activity
__utmc
Used only with old Urchin versions of Google Analytics and not with GA.js. Was used to distinguish between new sessions and visits at the end of a session.
End of session (browser)
__utmz
Contains information about the traffic source or campaign that directed user to the website. The cookie is set when the GA.js javascript is loaded and updated when data is sent to the Google Anaytics server
6 months after last activity
__utmv
Contains custom information set by the web developer via the _setCustomVar method in Google Analytics. This cookie is updated every time new data is sent to the Google Analytics server.
2 years after last activity
__utmx
Used to determine whether a user is included in an A / B or Multivariate test.
18 months
_ga
ID used to identify users
2 years
_gali
Used by Google Analytics to determine which links on a page are being clicked
30 seconds
_ga_
ID used to identify users
2 years
_gid
ID used to identify users for 24 hours after last activity
24 hours
_gat
Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests when using Google Tag Manager
1 minute
Marketing
Marketing cookies are used to follow visitors to websites. The intention is to show ads that are relevant and engaging to the individual user.
Facebook Pixel
Facebook Pixel is a web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic.
Contains information related to marketing campaigns of the user. These are shared with Google AdWords / Google Ads when the Google Ads and Google Analytics accounts are linked together.
90 days
__utma
ID used to identify users and sessions
2 years after last activity
__utmt
Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests
10 minutes
__utmb
Used to distinguish new sessions and visits. This cookie is set when the GA.js javascript library is loaded and there is no existing __utmb cookie. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to the Google Analytics server.
30 minutes after last activity
__utmc
Used only with old Urchin versions of Google Analytics and not with GA.js. Was used to distinguish between new sessions and visits at the end of a session.
End of session (browser)
__utmz
Contains information about the traffic source or campaign that directed user to the website. The cookie is set when the GA.js javascript is loaded and updated when data is sent to the Google Anaytics server
6 months after last activity
__utmv
Contains custom information set by the web developer via the _setCustomVar method in Google Analytics. This cookie is updated every time new data is sent to the Google Analytics server.
2 years after last activity
__utmx
Used to determine whether a user is included in an A / B or Multivariate test.
18 months
_ga
ID used to identify users
2 years
_gali
Used by Google Analytics to determine which links on a page are being clicked
30 seconds
_ga_
ID used to identify users
2 years
_gid
ID used to identify users for 24 hours after last activity
24 hours
_gat
Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests when using Google Tag Manager
1 minute
Marketing cookies are used to follow visitors to websites. The intention is to show ads that are relevant and engaging to the individual user.
Facebook Pixel is a web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic.