Television icon Michael Barrymore has sent the internet into a spin after revealing a secret London food hall that many locals had no idea existed.
The TikTok Tour of a Hidden Gem
The 73-year-old entertainer, who boasts a massive following of 4.1 million on TikTok, filmed his entire visit to the discreet venue, sharing the clip which has since amassed over 350,000 views. In the video, the star from Bermondsey can be seen exploring the near-empty food court, greeting a staff member before wandering past a shawarma stall and a cookie counter.
A Culinary Adventure in Acton
Barrymore's mission was to find what he dubbed a "hidden gem", and he succeeded by discovering Somali cuisine. He ordered a mixed box and, while waiting, couldn't resist a brownie and banana milkshake from a nearby shake and ice cream stand. His journey then took him back to the cookie counter, where he intended to buy two classic chocolate chip biscuits but was surprised with a whole box of treats from the generous owner.
The location of this culinary secret is the W3 Food Court, a collection of small independent eateries tucked away in Acton, West London. The footage showed the hall was remarkably quiet, with just two other customers present.
Fan Reaction and Social Media Buzz
The post, captioned simply "Secret London Foodhall", quickly racked up over 33,000 likes and 1,000 comments, with fans expressing their astonishment. One person commented, "I’m in Acton and didn’t know this existed!" while another declared, "This is amazing, more hidden gems please!"
The discovery clearly resonated with food enthusiasts, with one follower writing, "I want to try all these places you venture to - they always look so good. No duds!" and another affirming Barrymore's status as a true foodie, saying, "You’re a real foodie just like me, Michael." The overwhelming consensus was that Barrymore had uncovered a great little spot worthy of exploration.
