Delicious food and excellent service. The best sole I've had. The preparation and presentation of…read moreeach dish was perfect. The restaurant itself is well designed. Classy and romantic atmosphere with beautiful floral design consistent with the entire One Aldwych building.

I would highly recommend this restaurant for several reasons…read more 1. Location cannot be beat if you're in central London! It's a beautiful restaurant that's ideally situated next to the theatre district. 2. Menu is very interesting and full of unique items that are rare to find on traditional restaurant menus. It's also quite good for vegetarians (3 mains and 3 apps are fully vegetarian). 3. Service was quite good. Our server was quite attentive, helpful, and gave us excellent recommendations. The chef's assistant also came out a few times to say Hi and even brought us complimentary coffee at the end. 4. Price is incredibly good for the kind of food, experience, service, and location you're in. Two of us had two appetizers, two mains, 1 dessert, and a carafe of wine for £80 (incl. service)! 5. Finally -- the food. Explosions of flavor, unique textures, and interesting preparations all combine to make this a wonderful experience. I had memories of eating in San Sebastian at Michelin star restaurants...highly recommended for 1/5 of the price! Check out the pictures to see some of the things we got. I would highly recommend the "Traditional Talo" and "Arraultzak". The "Arroz de Setas" was also awesome, but a bit salty for my taste. We got an excellent Rioja to go with the food which was perfect. For dessert, the salted caramel is a no-brainer!

We spent £170 on a meal that left us questioning the most basic standards of a professional…read morekitchen. My child ordered duck. What arrived had a charred skin, but the meat underneath was red, cold, and raw in texture -- not pink, not rare, but genuinely undercooked. This was served to a child without any warning or explanation. My tuna was supposedly "seared," but it had clearly only been heated on one side and was cold throughout. This isn't about personal taste, adventurous cuisine, or "authentic style." It's about fundamental temperature control and food safety. There is a huge difference between rare and unsafe, and this crossed that line.

I didn't know what to expect when the hotel concierge recommended the restaurant, but I decided to…read morebe adventurous. The restaurant wasn't small but still had an intimate feel. The service was at the doting level, I felt spoiled from the moment I was seated. There are two huge coolers. One full of aged meat and another filled with amazing wine. The dry aged, grass-fed, "Spanish version of Kobe" beef was so special. It was not an inexpensive dinner, so be prepared for £120 per kilo. Worth a splurge to experience the amazing staff here. Spoil yourself! And, try the creamed Swiss chard, I could have licked the bowl (except that would be embarrassing... )

Excellent food, lively atmosphere, and fantastic service by all the waiters and waitresses! They…read morereally make the feeling of the restaurant homey and alive! We will go there again and again on our next visits!

If you are in Purley, you must try a Tom-a-Hawk at the Las Feuntes! You haven't lived until you've…read morehad it! They truly are the best Spanish Tapas in town!!!

This restaurant is well laid out and organised, they remind you of your reservation by phone and…read moreare very accommodating for dietary needs. Indeed all the staff were delightfully charming and courteous. Nevertheless, the ceiling is a bit of an eye-sore (test tubes full of different dull colours) but at least there's an acceptable reason behind their being there (they are to signify the restaurant's connection to their origins in Spain where they actually have a lab to concoct a whole variety of spices). As for the food and drink, it does have to be said that the 5-course taster menu is not that filling and the price for still water (£5) seems a little extortionate. However, the bread (available in white and brown with pumpkin seeds and served with olive oil) is certainly very pleasant and fresh, the scallops are well cooked and suitably complimented with vinaigrette flavour, the egg is masterfully poached and the pouring of more yolk on top is an original touch, whilst the monkfish confetti is wonderfully creative with confetti pieces made of edible souces. So although I can't shake the feeling that Ametsa does lack that extra special something, on the whole it does excel in its food and service and is well worth a visit.

If I could, I would rate Ametsa as 4 1/2 stars…read more We arrived a little early for our reservation, and were seated immediately. The space isn't very big, but it was sleek and modern. I liked that the tables were nicely laid out so you didn't feel cramped while eating. My wife and I opted for the 105 GBP tasting menu, and we ate the following: Watermelon and tomato soup: this amuse was a nice and refreshing start to our meal Trio of appetizers: we were served, in fun plates, a salami-flavored roll, gyoza, and fishcake wrapped in phyllo. All were tasty. Scallops: they were nicely cooked, and I liked the house-made crackers. Fried lobster: this was so good (crispy and light), wish I had a bigger piece. Runny egg with ham consomme: tasted good, like breakfast Cod;nicely cooked Monkfish on the beach: the monkfish was nicely cooked. The "shells" were actually edible, but they tasted mostly of sugar. Pork belly: very soft and tender After a beet juice cleanser, we were on to the desserts: "Donut": apple puree was surrounded by a chocolate shell. This was a fun dessert to crack open and eat. Chocolate truffle: two pieces of deep, dark chocolate Final course of chocolate: there were some moons, stars, and more chocolate: while good, we were totally stuffed by this time (3 1/2 hours into our dinner). All in all, we really enjoyed the food and the service (though it took some time to get our bill). The meal was definitely not cheap, but if you are looking for a Michelin-starred restaurant in the Belgravia area, you should check out Ametsa.

Small portions, high prices. This particular restaurant also adds in cramped spaces and lacks menu…read moreitem availability, so it's difficult to find the plus-side for this one. Even the location is a bit out of the way, so if you're not already in the area, there's no reason to seek it out. The menu does boast a varied selection of meat, veggie, and fish-centered tapas, but not all of them are always available; even the drinks I was curious about were "out of stock," so I ended up having to go with their cheap wine, which made me wish I'd stuck with water. The food itself - while not bad - left something to be desired. Temperature and flavor-wise, it was all just "meh." The menu itself also lacks originality, so the fact that they were missing a portion of it just adds insult to injury. Perhaps it was because we were there on a Sunday evening looking for a quick dinner, but the service also felt forced and uninterested. And, for some odd reason, my friend and I felt hungrier when we left than when we went in. All-in-all, I found nothing here that made me want to come back.

Late to the party at Tapas Brindisa, but also a big Sherlock fan. We were in the neighborhood and…read moreso glad we stopped. The food was lovely and when we were finished we had a word about Sherlock with the manager (before his time there.) He took our pic at the seats in front looking out the window. Loved it.

Pedro was an amazing server. I also appreciate his recommendations and the tapas and cocktails all…read moregreat. Love the cool vibe.

Great after work spot!! Lovely "siesta hour" specials! They have patio seating and a cozy dining…read moreroom.

I love Spanish food! There is something just magical about sipping wine and grazing after a long…read moreday at the office. The Donostia Social Club, hidden in the POP Brixton Container complex, is a lovely homely little venue that serves great tapas (although definitely not at the prices you'll get in Spain), that is pretty authentic - even down to the little squat bread sticks you get with everything in Spain. It's a very intimate restaurant, although there is limited outdoor seating if you're claustrophobic, but I love what they've done with the place. The white tile wall reminds me of restaurants I've visited in Spain, although the tiles are much bigger, so it's an interesting English take on this. The Patatas Bravas are particularly lovely and come with salt flakes, chilli and tomato sauce. The meat platter is nice, (It was okay for the UK, but nothing like the standard you'd get in Spain) but the bread is a little too thick cut, it really needs to be thinner, it's hard to take a bite, so I'd suggest if you order this you ask for them to thinly cut this. Absolutely yummy!

Be careful not to miss this place as it is actually above the entrance to Pop Brixton - on entering…read moreif you don't turn around you won't see it and it is one not to be missed! This tapas place has a little upstairs outdoor seating (lovely for a summers day however when I was there it was waaaaay too cold) which provides a great view of the rest of Pop Brixton down below as well as inside where there is long wooden bar with stools where you are seated and served from behind the bar. The place has a cool vibe and an amazing looking menu! I only tried a taster given our during an event - a huge creamy wedge of goats cheese, a little leaf with a strawberry and balsamic glaze on top - which was really really good and will mean I definitely return for a proper meal. The menu ranges from £3.50 (for a scallop) to £7.50 (lamb rump) and everything sounds incredible. What a great find!

It has been a few years since I was last at this restaurant, but after visiting this restaurant…read moremany times, I feel it needs a review, and an excellent one at that. First of all, the atmosphere here is fantastic, very warm and comforting. The service you receive is always with a smile and so attentive. Ordering from the main menu, you can't go wrong. The steaks are all cooked to perfection and all dishes are served with the most simply and perfectly cooked vegetables. It is a family run business, and this is what makes it a cosy & welcoming place to have that special dinner.

Authentic Spanish restaurant providing great well priced food and excellent service to boot…read more The set menus are wonderful, based on a few staple favorites but with fresh additions when available. My personal favourite has to be the Scampi meunier, cooked to order in a cream White wine sauce with cheese and mash potatoes. Defiantly old school classic provencal cooking which may be out of vogue but hugely satisfying none the less. Whitebait and the freshly prepared boozy deserts hark back to the days when going to a restaurant meant fresh food freshly cooked from scratch. An occasion to be savoured. Highly recommended, Agostino and his wife are very friendly and it is always a pleasure to enjoy their hospitality.

Visiting London on business and was looking for an alternative to pub food. Came here with a…read morecolleague and was very impressed by the flavors - we had the braised shrimp and chorizo tapas and the seafood paella. The paella was excellent, though the socaratt could have been a bit more crusty. The tapas were very nicely done. Our waitress recommended the ice cream whiskey sponge desert which was a very nice ending. Finally, I'm now a fan of Pancharan (Patxaran) based cocktails! Lovely ambience, great service and excellent food. Definitely recommend

RESTAURANT - Cigala - Spanish - Bloomsbury​…read more  Date of Visit: 15.11.17 Time: 3.30pm   Review:    I have never tried Spanish cuisine so I was looking forward to my visit to Cigala. T​he idea of having authentic Spanish food and tapas​ sounded​ perfect.​ I​ love food, so being able to try multiple dishes is like heaven to me. ​I ​arrived by cab and since Cigala is in Bloomsbury it was only a short trip from my Regent Street​ office. ​M​y friend joined me arriving via public transport. The restaurant is located near to Holborn and Russell Square tube stations so it is an easy place to get to.​ ​ The entrance to Cigala ​can be found on the corner of Lamb's Conduit S​treet and Rugby Street. The area ​has a delightful village feel. Lamb's Conduit Street is partially pedestrianised with fascinating shops and cafes.​ ​ ​Cigala is popular with the legal profession, media and many celebrities have made it their haunt. It is about conviviality and not really about​ fine dining. ​My review will reflect this in that I don't expect the same criteria.    The main dining area on street level has a large floor area and open kitchen and a lot of covers. There is also outside space with tables and chairs where huge pans of paella are served during the summer months. There are space heaters so no one gets cold.   Inside the lighting is not too bright or dim but just right and I​ noted an AC unit by the kitchen,​ so for those who may want to visit during the summer period you get the best of both worlds I​ would say.    Another feature I noted which you don't see much of are the number of coat hooks dotted around which makes​ life a little easier.  ​Cigala also has a private room downstairs which is at the moment being re​decorated and should be completed​ by the time you read this in time for the festive season and those office Christmas parties.  ​ But the main purpose of the review is the food, so take a look further down to see what we had and our thoughts. I ​visited with a friend who is a Pesca​tarian. As I don't eat much fish.​ I​ thought it would be a good idea to take someone along who does.    Location: 54 Lamb's Conduit St, London WC1N 3LW, UK   Parking: I arrived by cab and my friend via tube but noticed there was some parking outside. I understand that you can get parked relatively easily in the vicinity after 6pm.​   Decor & Lighting: ​Stripped down because chef proprietor Jake Hodges believes the food should do the talking​. Cigala offers basic comforts and pleasant lighting.   Ambience & Acoustics:  The location is quiet and there's no background music. As we attended​ during the setup time I​ cannot really comment on the noise levels during a normal lunch or dinner setting.    We had the following:    Food:    Croquetas de setas (Mushroom Croquettes) - We both felt the croquettes were a bit mushy though the batter is light. You do get three pieces however. I​ recently had cod croquettes in a private members club in Piccadilly so maybe I was​ a bit spoilt due to that.    Pinchito de pollo (Grilled marinated chicken kebab)- The chicken was moist and very well-seasoned and s​erved with a fresh salad. The ​dish was ​cooked well and very well marinated. I would definitely have had two of these easily as you are served just one skewer.    Chorizo al la brasa (Homemade Chorizo with fried breadcrumb base) - Two small sausage shaped Chorizo had a strong meaty and spicy flavour but I was happy with this as the base of breadcrumbs really comple​mented the heavier meaty and spicy taste very well and I would recommend this along with the Chicken kebab.    Gambas al ajillo (Prawns in olive oil and garlic) - My friend had this dish which arrived in​ a lot of oil and ​the flavour of garlic was overpowering which did not appeal to her.​   Sardinas a la plancha (Grilled Sardines with Garlic and Parsley) - Another dish my friend had and she mentioned it was nicely cooked and tender, but very salty.   Patatas bravas (Deep fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce) -  The potatoes themselves were cooked well with a crispy and crunchy outside and soft centre. With a nice tomato sauce, the only thing ​I ​would say is to include more sauce and less salt.  Dessert:   Tarta de Santiago (Almond Tarte with Ice Cream)-  The texture was a little confusing as it tasted like a dense and dry muffin. It was served with a custard rather than the advertised ice cream. It was not too rich but had a hard crust which made it slightly difficult to cut.    Arroz con leche (Rice Pudding) - My friend had this dish and her thoughts were that the rice was over cooked or perhaps due to the temperature of the dish (cold) it tasted very hard. However I understand this is how it is served in Spain.   Bill / Cost: In this case we were invited by the restaurant owners to come along and enjoy a meal on them and they covered the bill. Typically, however without alcohol we would have had to pay around £30 per head with soft drinks but they also have an express lu

This restaurant is tucked away near the river Medina in a modern red brick built building which…read moredisplays the Basque flag just inside the door. The waiter was very polite and friendly and we were quickly seated out on the patio, the decor has a rural feel which looks slightly out of place in such a modern building. But it is the food that is the star here and they have a good selection of tapas, main dishes , deserts , wine and beer. We chose a main dish, pork T-bone (which was huge)with twice cooked chips, onion & pepper cooked in paprika and herbs and it was lovely. The pork cooked with garlic and herbs was so succulent and the pepper and onion had a pleasing delicate flavour finished with some great tasting chips. Highly recommend this place!