This place... really bad. The food was old, the service was insulting and smug. They treat women…read morecustomers like they are sub human. They treat single people like they don't want them taking up their space. Read the other reviews. It's awful and this place should not even be open. I'm most places this couldn't survive. There must be enough drunk people that aren't picky who keep this place going. The ambiance is noisy and aloof, no relaxation or calm. Just rudeness and pettiness. They charge extra for everything that is usually included.

A day before Christmas eve and everything is closed. A few mins from our hotel, we see that this…read moreplace is still open, so we walk in. Its a small and cozy place in the midst of the cold London air. We are welcomed and seated right away. There is not much space between the tables, but the environment is very intimate and seems family oriented. They have a simple one page menu (back and front) with daily specials. That night's daily special was freshly caught fish with mediterranean vegetables and lamb with quinoa. They had a separate menu for alcohol such as wine (maybe beer and spirit). The food was prepared in the basement of the restaurant (assuming that is where the kitchen is). We did not have to wait a while to receive our piping hot food (this was perfect given the weather). The food was so incredible, I did not mind burning my tongue with every bite. I knew the food quantity was just right, but my taste buds were begging for more. Grumbles was the perfect introduction to London hospitality and cuisine. Definitely recommend!

Came here for dinner and enjoyed every second of it! The staff is attentive, and the wine sommelier…read moreis awesome! Having wine paired with our dishes was brilliant, making the restaurant extra special! This restaurant is in Mandarin Oriental's basement, but it has these red sexy loungey vibes. You could see colleagues having dinner, and some people enjoying a cute date night! My mom had french onion soup for her appetizer, which she thoroughly enjoyed. My dad and I shared the octopus, which we wanted extra charred. It was beautifully cooked, served + presented. Plus, it was a good piece (not something you can say about most places with their octopus lol) I think I could order the octopus for my entree and be content. But we didn't stop there I ordered the steak, my mom ordered a veggie burger and my dad ordered a regular burger - the dishes weren't crazy exquisite or over the top, but it was just good food. My mom did rave about the veggie burger though - I think it was a falafel pattie? smelled nice as well!

Go to Bar Boulud, if you're in London! Relax in the formal, yet laid back Art Deco surroundings,…read morewhile the wait staff bring course after course of delicious food. We tried a lot of dishes and honestly, there's not a single one I wouldn't order again! Here was our meal with descriptions: Drinks - Watermelon & cucumber gin & tonic - Old Fashioned Appetizers - Baguettes and butter (complimentary): fresh and airy start to the meal. - Small Charcuterie board: We really enjoyed the shredded duck and the jamon. The wheat bread accompanying the charcuterie was also delicious! Small pickles and dogs decorate the plate to balance the salty with sweet. - Lobster roll paired with Sunset white wine: So decadent and delicious! This isn't your standard lobster roll. The buttered roll and the lobster bits were the perfect balance of tasty and satisfying. Dinner - Loup de Mer: after so many appetizers, I was looking for a lighter entree. The sea bass was prepared so well, and layered over grains with marinated peach pieces. I loved the balance of sweet and savory, and would definitely order again. Pair with the Sunset white wine. - Steak Frites: Amazing! The fries were perfectly seasoned and crispy. The bearnaise sauce served alongside the steak complemented the dish so well, making each bite better than the last. Paired with a Merlot. Dessert: - Vanilla bean with berry cream birthday dessert: Way to make a girl feel special on her birthday! This dessert was so light and tasty, I loved the final touch Bar Boulud put on my perfect birthday dinner. - Vanilla Mille-Feuille: Puff Pastry filled with vanilla cream and topped with a lace of caramel sauce. YUM! So flaky, but we scooped up those extra pieces with the side of homemade vanilla ice cream, so no complaints here!

Corrigan's Mayfair wasn't the worst food we had in London, but when taking into consideration it…read morewas easily more than three times the cost of everything else we ate in the city, it came out to be our worst meal overall. The small accessories to our entrees - bread that we assumed came with the table but we were charged for, the amazing friend olives appetizer, and the dessert were the stand outs. The soda bread and oregano with butter were fantastic and the pear sorbet was divine. That being said, none of three meat dishes we ordered (lobster, trout, lamb) were seasoned well and all three were below lackluster. The lobster and bright veggie mix were poorly paired, and although the sauce made the trout more favorable, it was very bland, just like the lamb. In spite of the wonderful service and the outside seating, I just can't recommend Corrigan's Mayfair. All in all, if you're just stopping in for appetizers, drinks, and desserts you should be fine, but definitely do not eat dinner here.

Thank you for your amazing service and accommodating our specific requests. Mum and dad loved the…read morevenison and beef tornadoes and I absolutely adored the sea bass Thank you

A fantastic experience, and the best meal I've had in London after the two trips I've been there!…read more Every dish offered something interesting while being delicious; the favorite across the board at the table was the core apple dessert, which was so impressive in presentation, texture, and taste-I am still thinking about it! Service across the board was phenomenal. Our servers were quick to fulfill every request, and anticipating many with the water service especially. The restaurant is also attached to a bar, which offered some interesting cocktails!

I think I would give this a 4.5-4.6 overall…read more An excellent overall Michelin dining experience, the service and the sommeliers were incredible. The food was plated perfectly, great presentations. The food itself: some dishes were outstanding and deserved a standing applause. There were a few dishes that I did not love (the bass and the turnip), but they still were cooked to perfection with an incredible sauce and presentation. However they just did not wow me. Some dishes, like the potato, the scallops and the chocolate filled biscuit were incredible. I did not personally love the apple dessert but was impressed with what they were able to make. I appreciated that they had 3 menus to choose from - a classic tasting menu, a seasonal tasting menu and à la carte. We loved that they presented the wine pairing menu beforehand so you knew exactly what you were getting. They also gave you bread to dip with sauces (!!!). Ambiance: perfect.

I went mid afternoon so quiet. Excellent food. Very hot and fresh, made to order A little slow to…read morecome back for me to pay at the end but otherwise all was great. Free WiFi too.

Hello friends! Who knew that Italian food was so popular in London? Zizzi Italian was one of the…read morefood chains we saw the most of on our trip to London. So, we decided to try Zizzi Italian out to see what the hype was all about. The menu here is pretty well-rounded with classic appetizers, pasta, pizza, calzone, risotto and desserts. What I liked most about their menu was that they had lots of unique options including pizza with wagyu beef and pasta with crab! Our food took a while to come and being as hungry as we were, sitting in front of the pizza oven in the open kitchen did not help one bit! The casareccia pollo piccante was spicy chicken, spinach and casareccia pasta covered in a creamy tomato sauce. The pasta was served in a cast iron dish instead of a plate which kept the contents warm throughout our meal. We liked this because eating food hot is the best way to enjoy it. The pasta sauce was ample and there was a good amount of toppings on it too. We also liked that there was a light sprinkle of cheese in it to make it all the more flavourful. The dish was spicier than we thought it would be though so lil' bun didn't end up having too much of it. Luckily, Old Bean and I were there to eat her part! Next up was the Risotto pesce which came with king prawns, mussels, squid rings, chili and white wine sauce. There might not have been very much of it on the plate but goodness was it amazing! It was nice and creamy but not very strong in cheese or white wine flavour. Mother Deer and Old bean hadn't had risotto before but they were definitely on board with it after this because of how flavourful it was. We were also happy to see that the seafood was plentiful and cooked well!

We went on a Saturday evening for the Live at the Ritz experience, and we were pleasantly surprised…read moreby the entertainment. The show was beautiful and made our night feel truly magical and memorable. That said, the quality of the food left much to be desired. We both ordered the crab with caviar and the wild sea bass, and unfortunately, we couldn't finish either dish because of the very unusual dressing. The dressing had a jelly-like consistency, which I personally really disliked. The chocolate cake, on the other hand, was quite good. We also ordered the tea trolley for ~ £20 per person. It was cute and added to the experience. They also charge an entertainment fee per person, so all in, we ended up spending a little over £700 for two with drinks. Would I do it again? Definitely! The experience was so special, fun, and memorable.

This is the original Ritz, and it embodies classic luxury. From the marble floors and ultra high…read moreceilings to the massive floral arrangements and impeccably dressed staff, everything feels elegant and steeped in tradition. Men are expected to wear a jacket and tie, adding to the formal atmosphere. We visited for afternoon tea, which was well organized and served promptly. Seating is scheduled in two-hour blocks, though you effectively have about 1 hour and 45 minutes before they prepare for the next seating. The experience was polished and traditional, though a bit more formal and quiet than my personal preference. Overall, it's a beautiful spot for anyone looking for a classic afternoon tea experience.

Hands down one of the best meals I've ever had. My partner and I were visiting London for a few…read moredays, and made a lunch reservation here and are so glad we did! We did the tasting menu, where you choose your courses on a game style board. We split a bottle of wine, and while we were enjoying our first glass, we got complimentary "snacks" from the chef! These were so interesting and tasty! We added the egg and soldier to split, and then each had our own tasting menu. Every option we tried was magnificent! Our reservation was for right when they opened, so we were the first guests. Our table was beautiful and our server was so wonderful! Highly recommend dining here while in London!

I had dinner here ordering their prix fixe menu with my partner. The wait staff are very nice and…read morethe food is tasty (though not extraordinary) and beautifully presented. In addition, there are a number of "free" amuse bouche items provided. However, the portion sizes from this menu are tiny. I'd say the portions are like tapas rather than a meal that will satisfy your hunger. But what really burnt my bunions was that when the bill arrived, it included a £1 charge for charity. I choose my own charities voluntarily and do not expect to be pickpocketed in a fancy, overpriced restaurant. If the owners want, they can donate to charity out of their pockets without imposing this on me with a sneaky addition to the bill. I believe it's inappropriate for a restaurant to sneak this on the bill, which would result in an embarrassing confrontation with the wait staff over it. I want to be asked to opt-in rather than requiring me to opt-out. In addition, the bill had a 15% service charge, which, on top of their inflated prices and their £1 charity addition, really dented my wallet. A 12.5% service charge is the norm in London. 15% is ridiculous. There was no mention of the charity extortion or inflated service charge up front. No wonder they're closing the restaurant down. Even if they stayed open I'd never go back.

We were wandering around Shepard's market and it was a crowded Friday. Everyone v was at the pub Md…read morethe server was kind enough to extend the outdoor space a little to get us four in. What ca terrific evening, we felt like we were a part of the after work dinner crowd. The food was great. Steak and salmon were excellent and so was the wine. Lovely!

This was so good. The service and staff are excellent. We had Treacle Soda Bread & Butter, Whipped…read moreCod's Roe on Toast, Welsh Rarebit, Pea Soup & Slipcote Croquettes, Braised Welsh Rabbit, Turnips, Morels, & Cime Di Rappa, Belted Galloway Chateaubriand & Peppercorn Sauce and Basil Risotto. All of it amazing. Alex could not have been a better host. Highly recommended!