Darren Simpson founded Nanny Bill's during the advent of London's modern food market scene. The brand grew up with the likes of Pizza Pilgrim's, Patty & Bun and Morty & Bob's under the nurturing enthusiasm of Night Tales. Named after his grandmother, put on the road by his wife, and co-run with his sister and friends from his home, Nanny Bill's is a testament to Darren's community.
In the last decade, it has become a spot beloved by so many Londoners and recommended by Off Menu's Ed Gamble on Top Jaw, the Independent, Time Out and London on the Inside.
Pop along to one of its 5 locations (and bring this list of what to order with you).
What to order
Darren's order: The Yard burger, six mixed croquettes (three slow-cooked beef, three mac and cheese), Aggie Fries — garlic mayo, hot sauce, Parmesan.
The Yard — single patty, dry-aged beef from Aubrey Allen, British wagyu slow-cooked brisket, burnt butter mayo, American cheese. Simple, rich, right proportions.
The Dalston Dip — the one that went everywhere. Double patty, mustard glaze, caramelised onions, gherkin relish, burger sauce, American cheese, pot of gravy on the side to pour over.
The Jam — National Burger Awards finalist. Double patty, smoked bacon, pink onions, hot sauce, bacon jam, burger sauce, American cheese.
The Hot Mess — fried chicken burger, on the menu since year one.
Mac & Cheese Croquettes — the signature. Handmade daily, deep fried, crispy outside, creamy inside.
Aggie Fries — garlic mayo, hot sauce, Parmesan.
The beef is native breed, free-range, grass-fed, aged minimum 35 days. Sourced from Aubrey Allen — ten years and counting.
