Tucked away in a group of shops in Friern Barnet Road, The S3 Bar is a bit of a hidden gem.

The modern, bright bar and restaurant serves delicious snacks and meals throughout the day, while the well-stocked bar has a huge list of wine and beers available.

Inside, chilled out jazz plays in the background, there are comfy sofas to recline on and, in warm weather, customers can relax at the tables outside.

Since opening in March this year, The S3 Bar is gaining a reputation as a venue for a great place to enjoy a meal, or a drink. Food is served all day and there is a happy hour from Monday to Wednesday from 5pm to 7pm to help customers wind down after a busy day.

The menu is an eclectic mix of snacks and main meals, with something to appeal to everyone. Toasted paninis, wraps, baked potatoes and salads are a great choice for a light lunch, but there are also more substantial main courses, such as steak and burgers on offer, as well as home-made pizzas.

The menu also includes some more unusual and exotic choices, such as spicy Portuguese chicken peri-peri and, for vegetarians, the delicious-sounding mushroom, brie, rocket and redcurrant bundle.

I decided to opt for a tuna melt panini, and it was proof that using quality ingredients can turn even the most simple fare into something amazing.

The fresh panini bread was delicious, and was crammed with a generous helping of mature cheddar and tuna, served with a side salad and garnished with home-made coleslaw.

Whether you're looking for a great place for lunch, somewhere chilled-out to relax with friends, or even if you want to hire it out for a private party, The S3 Bar could be exactly what you want.

The S3 Bar
55 Friern Barnet Road
Friern Barnet
Phone: 020 8361 3945