My husband and I are on our honeymoon and chose this restaurant as a special date night and are so glad we did! Upon arrival we were treated with the upmost hospitality. The restaurant was beautiful and unlike anything we have ever experienced before. We both did the tastings menu and shared a bottle of white wine recommended by the sommelier. We were constantly checked on and explained each dish. The menu had a wide variety of foods, many of which I have never tried before. The staff also sent us links in an email for other foods to try during the rest of our honeymoon. They also gave us a tour after our meal and we got to see the famous bathrooms! I hope to be able to make it back one day. Most amazing dining experience we've ever had! read more

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I enjoyed the afternoon tea experience overall, but there are a few things you should be aware of before you book. First and foremost, they allow dogs. Their policy is that the dogs should be small enough to fit in a handbag and they should remain in the handbag or be leashed. When I was first seated, I noticed a dog at the table next to me running around the owner's feet. Our table was extremely close so it was a matter of time before that dog was near my feet, so that wasn't happening. I am not paying near £300 for afternoon tea to have a dog running around near my feet. To their credit they immediately found me another table when I said I wouldn't sit there. Next, you should know that this is a lively, energetic place. It is not the usual calm, serene, relaxing atmosphere that is typical of an afternoon tea venue. There is live music, quite loud, and we had a performance by a ballerina, so music to accompany her dance, so definitely a lively atmosphere. Now here is something I have never seen anywhere. I get the bill, and they have added £1.25 as an optional charity donation. They add it to the total without asking. Yes it's optional but now I have to recalculate the total. They don't give you the option to add it. They include it and dare you to remove it. That is rude and presumptuous. What is this charity? How do I know if it's something I would support? More importantly, where do you get off adding something like that without my consent? It really left a bad taste in my mouth. If you want to donate to charity, use your own money. Their service charge, again automatically added to the bill is 15%, higher than the customary 12.5% that is charged throughout the city. Now on to the food. I had a Yunnan tea that was excellent. I asked if they sold it in the gift shop, but they don't. If they had, I certainly would have purchased some. It was outstanding. The sandwiches were excellent. They had a warm croque Monsieur kind of sandwich which was a nice surprise, as warm sandwiches are not typically included on a tea tray. The coronation chicken had a beautiful presentation of a decorative slice of jelly on top. Very well done. They were also very accommodating when I asked to switch out the egg and salmon sandwiches as I don't eat either of those things. Scones were ok, a little bready for my taste, but not terrible. The pastries were hit or miss, one was pretty good, the rest I didn't care for. They actually looked prettier than they tasted. High marks for presentation. Overall a good experience, but I don't know that I will running back any time soon. read more

Okay I'd honestly only go here for drinks and to take pictures! I had the oysters to start and they were overly fishy and I'm picky about my oysters and could tell they weren't fresh. The sea bass was okay nothing special. Now for dessert macaroons were very tasty but the chocolate cake tasted like cigarettes. read more

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You come here for the Instagram and the bathroom. It does not disappoint for pictures and the experience, but I found the service and sitting at the bar to be lacking. The first time I came here was on a work trip and I ate at the bar with no reservation, just walked up for tea and petits gateaux. It wasn't as picturesque. The second time I went with friends and we had a reservation we'd booked months in advance. We were in the main dining room (very pink) for afternoon tea. It was pricey but I appreciated the unlimited tea and the vast tea menu. However, you come here for the experience, the art, and the aesthetic. The tea sandwiches and desserts were only okay, including the caviar. Yes, you need to go to the bathroom for the pods. Take pictures. read more

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If you find yourself in London and you don't go check out Sketch, you have made a huge mistake. Truly one of the coolest places I have ever been to. From the GORGEOUS forest themed back bar to the other worldly bathrooms, It is a fully immersive dining experience unlike any other. Great service, incredible food and masterful cocktails! read more

We came here upon various recommendations from friends and family. It was quite difficult to get a reservation, and we ended up being a bit late due to car troubles, but the hostess was extremely kind and understanding. The breakfast isn't mind blowing, and it's a somewhat limited menu of eggs and sweets, but it's priced reasonably and high quality food. The bathroom is a must-visit, as is the tea room. Half of the experience here is comprised of the eclectic decorations, which did not disappoint. read more

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Solid 3.5 experience! Ambiance (5/5): Wow, this restaurant is absolutely magical. I don't think I have ever dined at an establishment with a unique avant garde vibe. Their bathroom is a must see, you will be blown away! They also have different rooms throughout the restaurant, each with their own theme. Service (5/5): Our server, Marco, was extremely attentive and honest. When we asked for his suggestions he didn't push the more expensive dishes on us, which we appreciated. He checked up on us frequently and made sure we had everything we needed. On top of that, the food came out in a timely manner. Food (3/5): Their food and cocktails were average at best. Nothing really stood out. We ordered the scallop carpaccio, roasted venison, and artichoke heart. The scallop carpaccio was extremely gritty and almost tasted like we were eating sand. Additionally, it had zero flavor. Our server was kind enough to remove it off the bill and recommended that we try the grilled scallop instead. This dish was served with a pumpkin puree and we thought it sounded enticing so we agreed. Unfortunately, the dish was extremely underwhelming-- it's almost like they tried too hard to be creative with the pumpkin puree. Quite honestly, it did not pair well with the scallop and for $56 USD it most certainly was a waste of $$$. The venison was not bad, it came with a cabbage salad that we enjoyed and the artichoke wasn't terrible either but again for the price point we were expecting more. The food at Sketch was severely overpriced and underwhelming at best. Overall, we have been to far better restaurants across the globe and the food at Sketch was not as creative as we had hoped it would be. For their price point, come and grab drinks by their bar so you can enjoy their unique ambiance-- if you are into that! read more

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The cocktails are incredible!!! We also love the vibe here. The music and decor is unique! read more

Sketch - The best old fashioned you'll ever have - called DJ got us falling in love - French Near Me - London, XGL

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The food, and ambiance were not worth the $115 pounds per person. It was quite a disappointment. Imagine a grown up tourist themed attraction, with low quality tasteless decor and really poor non-memorable food. It is more marketing buzz than substance. The food was dry, cold, and tasteless. The waiters were kind, but the entire experience felt fake, and tacky commercial. The many waiters are moving around to give the buzz of importance, but it feels rushed, cheap, and extremely artificial!! I love London and left feeling drained of my positive holiday glow after truly wasting my money!! read more

We loved sketch! First of all the ambiance is so beautiful and there's so much cool art in there. The bathrooms were also so futuristic haha it was really fun to just see. The service is incredibly! My friend and I did the high tea and we also got some great cocktails with it. I didn't necessarily lovee their food (it's high tea ya know tea sandwiches, biscuits were ok), but I think you more so go for the experience and tea. Tea was fantastic as we got unlimited tea for our 2 hour experience. I'm so glad we decided to do this and it's certainly a fun experience if you never experienced high tea! read more

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Wish I could give this place zero stars. We came here at 8:30 and left the restaurant at 11:45. It took around an hour for our drinks to come and a little more for a salad and burrata which are cold so I didn't understand why we needed to wait so long. It seemed like the tables near us were served food at a quicker pace than we were. I got pasta which was fine but my sister got the popcorn chicken which was warm, borderline undercooked chicken curry with pieces of actual popcorn sprinkled on top. It seemed like a joke. This was certainly the worst dinner of our London trip while also being one of the most expensive. Overall, although the vibe of the restaurant is cutesy and the bathrooms are aesthetic, the food is awfully overpriced and mediocre at best. Save yourself this experience and do not come here. read more

Sketch is an excellent choice for fine dining in the London area. Each section of this establishment houses a different ambiance and aesthetic style. There are a number of offerings: breakfast, lunch, dinner, bar, afternoon tea, etc. Just think about the time of day and how hungry you are, Sketch will provide! I was impressed by the kindness of the hosts, variety of offerings, live music, and the blend of art, architecture, and food. Upon entry to Sketch, I appreciated there being hosts present to greet and provide direction to guests, especially since Sketch is a rather large establishment divvied up into separate rooms/experiences. One of the hosts started conversation with a greeting and an inquiry for any dietary restrictions or allergies (much appreciated!), though we had none. We had a brief conversation after that, which set the tone for the experience. Honestly, when employees seem genuinely happy to interact with guests, beyond simple pleasantries, I take this as a positive first sign about the establishment itself. As someone visiting London for the first time and wanting a selection of tea to try, my partner and I booked a reservation for Afternoon Tea at Sketch. We were able to try four different teas during our two and a half hour window. I recommend the Jasmine Silver Needle and Blackcurrant and Elderberry, especially if you're a fan of fruity or flowery flavors. Plus, the aroma of both is an added bonus to the experience. The assorted sandwiches, petits gateaux, and scones gave me many a smile. Salmon and ricotta sandwich, yes please. Apricot eclair, delicious. Raspberry battenberg, beautiful and tasty. Scones, so rich and buttery. Of the variety, I did not enjoy the Redcurrant and Chocolate Macaron (the texture was not smooth or creamy, which I have come to expect from macarons), Cucumber Sandwiches (not enough cucumber and unfortunately, quite flavorless), and Citrus Tart (dry and hard - my teeth said no thank you). The live music was excellent. I could not imagine anything better suited to an Afternoon Tea session than a live string trio playing covers of famous songs. Ever since the release of Bridgerton's first season, my partner and I have made a game of seeing who could be the first to "Name that Song!" He won, again. Some of the songs played included Running Up That Hill (by Kate Bush), Mr. Brightside (by The Killers), and There She Goes (by the La's). Finally, if there is one thing I ask that you do when attending Afternoon Tea at Sketch, it is to use the restroom. Seriously: Get ready to be transported to another world. Since I don't want to give too much away, I'll just say... the chicken must have been ginormous. read more

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Of course, we had to stop by the iconic Sketch gallery. While we're not usually fans of the actual culinary aspect of afternoon tea, Sketch is an immersive, wonderlandesque experience with its four courses (an 'egg' with caviar and toast; tiers of pastries and sandwiches; scones; and a chantilly cake which can be taken home for those who, like us, were absolutely full). The pastries and sandwiches can be refilled if you were a fan of something in particular; we didn't have the stomach capacity to take advantage. We especially liked the chicken coronation and truffle sandwiches, and the truly buttery scones. I also liked the whole tier of sweet pastries, but they are definitely on the sweet side. Admittedly, most visit Sketch for the aesthetic -- so be sure to stop by the egg-shaped bathrooms before you go! While Sketch's food alone may not justify its price, the experience as a whole was very pleasant; come here for a dose of escapism and charm. Dined: August 28, 2021 read more

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NOTE: This review is for the 3-Michelin starred restaurant in the Lecture Room & Library. If you're looking for an epic, over-the top culinary production, then this is the place for you. From the moment you walk into the place, you know it's special, with its nightclub-like entrance to the spectacular Lecture Room and Library dining room. And the parade of dishes hasn't even started yet. ...and what a parade it was. First of all, when visiting an acclaimed restaurant and while going over your options, your server says, "...and this is where we shine," you go with that option, right? That's what I do anyway. I took her advice and went with the a la carte experience. Presentation at every step was a delightful artistic display of wonder. The "welcome" array of amuse bouche was such a surprise as they laid it all out before me... 6 dishes including a vodka treat that arrived in a martini glass. The bread board that arrived offered three generous loaves, but the star of the moment were the three butters, specifically the salted whipped brown butter. WHIPPED BROWN BUTTER. Why hasn't anyone else done this??? Pure genius. The next 5 dishes that arrived (yes, I said 5 dishes) were actually my favorite of the night, particularly the generous and beautifully prepared foie gras and an absolutely gorgeous dish featuring snails... incredibly savory and comforting! For the entree course, I decided to try something new and ordered the grouse. I'd never had it before and assumed it would taste like duck or goose. Alas that was not the case - it was much too gamey for me, and I simply couldn't eat it. So the wonderfully gracious staff offered an alternative - the turbot - and it was divine. The next six items represented the dessert course and offered quite an array of unique flavors and textures. The tiramisu was outstanding. Was that all? Not quite... more sweet bites followed, and they made for a beautiful way to polish off an extraordinary dining experience. The hype is real. The sommelier made excellent selections for my pre-dinner bubbly and the subsequent wine that went with my meal. The entire staff was incredibly warm, welcoming and pulled off a masterful service. So impressive. The maitre d', in particular, was the epitome of proficiency and polished geniality. And he's handsome, to boot :) For ultimate foodies, Sketch Lecture Room and Library is an absolute must. Add it to your bucket list! read more

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I wish I could rate the service separate because the staff was impeccable... but the food was THAT bad. As someone said earlier, I can see why influencers or a pretentious crowd would love this place as the decor is over the top and the service is on the borderline of smothering. However, I am for the food first. We had the 7-course tasting dinner menu. There were a couple dishes like the duck that were pretty good but overall there was nothing that made me say "Wow I need to come back for this.." Some dishes just did not have flavor. By the 4th course I was ready to call it a night because the flavors just did not marry together. I wish I could have just cut it short because the dessert course was the worst. I actually almost could not swallow it... one dish tastes like old perfume. The others once again the flavors were just not complementary. The "tiramisu" was the best of the dessert and it barely had any flavor or sweetness to it... but it was palatable. I don't understand how this place got the 3-star rating frankly.. even the presentation of the food was not always uniform. Bottom line: If you want to pay $600 for some cute instagram pics...give it a go! But don't come for the food. read more

Appetizers were good we got the Duck Foie Gras and Chantilly Lace. Both were insane. Def recommend. For mains we got the Fillet, Chicken Breast, and Veal. All pretty good but not the best I've ever had. Which is what I'm expecting at a three Michelin star restaurant. Aura was cool and there was a dj and bar in the bathroom lol. Would come back but get different main courses read more

I have been coming to the amazing space that is Sketch and it has always stayed in. y must do London itinerary - im so happy to be back after the pandemic to enjoy and share this amazing spot - there are three rooms - a parlor a side room and the pink room - one must get a seat in this pink room for the best Sketch experience - these bathrooms are the most incredible ones in the world too - complete with maid outfits tending to them. read more

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Atmosphere was classic afternoon tea and they had all of the Christmas decor out. Pastries and the scones were great along with the wide selection of tea. Wait staff was slow and we did not receive our cocktail order but they did accommodate us on a change in reservation. Must take a trip to the bathroom if you go here! read more

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The customer service was great. Each room is beautiful, and the drinks are well crafted. I think anyone visiting London should visit sketch at some point! read more

Having received it's 3rd star in 2020, sketch has reached new heights in their fine dining experience. Is it worth it? Yes. With a tasting menu for £120, I think it's a steal. The server reminded us that their a la carte menu is where the chef really shines. However, the options were too vast and just too confusing for us to choose. Therefore, we opted for the tasting menu. The first little bites were great. It's amazing how they can pack so much flavor into a tiny bite. New flavor profiles I haven't tasted before just surging through your tastebuds. Most of the dishes were executed perfectly. Even so, there weren't anything that haven't eaten at a 3 star establishment. At least not flavor wise. For £120 the value is there. The experience dining at a 3 star is there. Food was there but just make a note, nothing was truly magical. Just delicious. read more

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Mediocre food, waiter left us with plates on our table for 40 minutes had to get the 2nd and 3rd course to go cause we had already been there so long. Disappointing. read more

Amazing place. Exceptional service and awesome atmosphere. Excellent for a special evening as it's quite pricey. The menu was unusual but combination of foods was exquisite! Would definitely recommend for a special occasion! read more

I truly feel this place reflects my inner spirit. Pink, shiny and delicious lol I can't tell you how much research I put into finding the perfect high tea experience. I have a list of nearly 40 places I need to try and I'm so glad I chose sketch for my first classy tea experience in London. Located in a fashionable area off covent garden, sketch had the most incredible themed rooms depending if you're there for dinner, cocktails or tea. Upon entering you're greeted by a hopscotch outline and an awesome coat checking station for your bags. The tea room is plush, pink, and surrounded by modern/pop art. They had love violinists and the tea sommeliers walk around in top hats and pink outfits. The waiters are so kind and add a flair to anything they do. Ours overheard we were celebrating a birthday and made sure it being out a treat(also let me keep the Sketch menu as a favor) The food is to die for and you're offered unlimited tea & sandwiches . I personally chose this place for the decor and the savories ! We chose the £77 champagne the (Rosé), which was nice but I was so stuffed I probably could have done without! Your courses are served as follows: 1. Caviar and egg cream 2. Savories and tiered desserts 3. Scones (original OR raisin) with Irish cream and jam (my fave was the raspberry not blackberry) 4. Lemon sponge cake ** they offer additional sandwiches- so order your fave AND the tea is unlimited - we liked the riot punch and vanilla bourbon (milk no cream) You'll probably have to take some cake home in Their fancy bags :-) they also sell their teas sets and flatware. read more

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This was such a fun date night in London. Super delicious drinks and food. We loved the chorizo and octopus dish as well as their side of cauliflower Mac and cheese. Make sure you get a reservation and also use their very cool bathrooms! This is definitely more of a splurge date night and food portions are on the smaller side, but oh so delicious! read more

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Beautiful food and restaurant. Will be back in the near future as the food is tasty and great for the Vegan customer.

A must do when visiting London - we had a fantastic experience at the Afternoon tea. The ambiance is stunning and so unique. Our servers were very friendly and we never felt rushed. The food was beautifully presented - not everything was a hit but overall we enjoyed it and felt very full. Loved the teas and the string quartet was fantastic. Can't wait to try one of their other concepts. read more

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Me and some friends came here one morning for a birthday breakfast. We were sat in the breakfast parlor which is shown in the pictures. The room was really cool and the best part of the meal. The food was good and interesting but not too filling for the price. The service was amazing and you have to go to the bathroom while your there. I don't have any pictures of it but it's awesome. Over all pretty cool place. I would definitely come back for the afternoon tea so I could see that room as well. read more

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London's most iconic, artistic, and quirky teahouse, Sketch, is a the it spot for London tourists. From ballet dancers and extravagant desserts, you really have to experience her for yourself. The tea and sandwiches are served without limit and the starters are simply delicious. While I abhor the tea room's remodel from unique pink to dingy orange, hold your bladders because the toilet "eggs" are unlike anything other restroom in the world. read more

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Beautiful restaurant where every room has a different mood/theme. Service was impeccable! The food wasn't the best I've had especially at this price point but I'd say this is more of an Instagram and people watching type of restaurant. read more

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If you are looking for a good night out, sketch is a good place to start. My group and I went for snacks and drinks around 9:45, and luckily still got a table. The atmosphere- both decor and music was pretty good and ended up being a good place to just hang out. Make sure you look cute because you'll want to take some good photos here. We split a bottle of wine, macarons and a charcuterie board. The only reason I'm rating one star down is because the charcuterie board is not worth 20 pounds. I expected a lot more than just a cheese spread. read more

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We came for the afternoon tea and were left very underwhelmed. So I'll start with the good: The place is gorgeous and very very very pink. The chairs are comfortable, but very close to your neighbor. The tea is unlimited and they have 20ish options to choose from with a wide variety from black tea to infused teas including white and green. The food was okay. I went with my sister and she really liked it, so I'll say the food was 3/5. I've included the set menu of food. Now to the bad: We sat down and promptly got the champagne we ordered. We then ordered our tea. Our first course of egg soldiers and caviar came out. That course ended and our tea still hadn't arrived. We waited another 15 minutes and they brought out the tiered tray of sweet and savory pastries. Still no tea. It took almost 40 minutes to even get our first cup of tea. Not a good look for a thing called "afternoon tea". We then got our scones. They came out cold so the cream didn't melt and it was just...messy. We had to wait another 10 minutes for our next order of tea. Overall way too much waiting on the thing that brought us there to begin with: tea. For as popular as this place I'd have expected much better service. It really makes or break a thing like afternoon tea. read more

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An overall immersive afternoon tea experience. Ok, this place is absolutely a splurge but I spent 3 hours here and really feel that it is a whole experience. In the time that I was there a live string quartet performed and a ballerina in a tutu danced around the room. There are 15 different tea options to choose from and you can try as many as you'd like. The champagne was exceptional and the service was impeccable. The food was tasty but not fantastic. You can order extra (free of charge) if any of the small bites which is a nice curtesy. The bathroom is a MUST. This place definitely takes the cake on Instagram able opportunities read more

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Maybe the coolest restaurant we visited. The room for afternoon tea is really something else. Live music is perfect. Pretty decent amount of food here although everything is obviously very small. All prix fixe. Good sized champagne menu. If it isn't obvious, this place is expensive. Be prepared so shell out $$$$ especially if you're drinking. Would like to come back for lunch or a drink in one of the other rooms. read more

I loved Sketch! My friends and I had afternoon tea at the Gallery. The first thing we noticed was how pink, vibrant, and lovely the room was. The artwork on the walls and the live quartet added a nice touch to the atmosphere too. I must say that the four teas I tried during my time here were all absolutely amazing. I'm still thinking about them to this day! My two favorites (First Romance, Ceylon & Rose) were both black Sri Lankan teas. I was mesmerized by the intricate flavors. Regarding the food, I was more impressed by the savory items than the sweet ones, but really appreciated all the effort and detail that went into the presentation and variety of everything offered. We had a great time and I think the experience was definitely worth the price. Also, don't forget to check out the bathrooms! I thought I was entering an art gallery at first before I realized that the individual pods had toilets in them. Definitely had a futuristic vibe! Taste | 4.5 Atmosphere | 5 Presentation | 5 Service | 3 OVERALL | 4.5 read more

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An excellent place for afternoon tea. The tea and cake were beautiful and delicious. The bathrooms are indeed the star. We had tea in the more casual area, so some kids threatened to ruin the experience. However, the Bridgerton violins help give the space an elegant feel. read more

I've been here twice and had reservations in the Gallery Room (pink room). I'm not a big tea drinker, but I was happy to find something I like from their list of teas. This whole place is an experience -- the sandwiches and pastries are delicious and being surrounded by pink is just a dream for me. This is definitely a great spot to get some instagram pictures, just don't forget to check out the bathroom -- there egg-shaped pods. As cool as this place may be, it's definitely on the pricier side for afternoon tea. The price does go up a bit more around Christmas time. Nevertheless, it was a great and fun experience in London. read more

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I came for afternoon high tea and thought it was quite enjoyable. The place is known for being Instagrammable and it shows. Random people who are not even eating here will come in for photos. The high tea room is in the pink room named for obvious reasons. The menu is broken into different pre fixed choices. Basically it's the basic high tea plus champagne, plus rosé, or plus mocktails. We opted for just the tea. Once you've ordered, a tea master will attend to your needs and help you with your tea choices. You can always change your choice at a later time so don't feel pressured. The caviar will come first. Then the sandwiches. You can get a free refill of any sandwich you like if you decide you want more. The caviar is of course not free. Pro tip: you're supposed to use your fork and knife for the sandwiches. Bring the brute Americans we are, we knowingly used our hands. No one said anything and we only noticed it afterwards. The staff here is very friendly and attentive. They have live violinists and cieloist playing classical tunes for your enjoyment. And of course, you have access to the famous egg bathrooms from this room. You go through the double door in the back end up the spiral staircase to what can only be described as egg shaped pods. Once inside, think glamorous porta-potty. It's kept very clean and of course, lots of photos are being taken. The price of the tea experience is not cheap. I think it came out to be around $170 US for two. I enjoyed it and thought it was a good one time thing to do. read more

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Ambiance, service and delightful food. This place has it all. The building itself was a masterpiece with plenty of art wherever your eye may land. The sommelier poured a delightfully creamy bubbly almost behind her back; which was a spectacle to watch and was quite impressive. The gluten free tea was every bit of what I'd hoped for, with one of the savory items a little lacking on the tray... the flavor was off so I'm not sure what it was supposed to taste like... All in all, this was the most posh and aesthetically pleasing tea room we visited. An excellent experience over all. read more

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My partner and I had the worst food poisoning of our lives from this place. Should have known from the name "sketch" that the food would be sketchy. If you want some overpriced mid-grade food with excessive mayonnaise that could potentially leave you violently throwing up for hours on end, this is the place ! I'm sure the restaurant will deny the food poisoning is from them, but this is literally all me and my partner ate that day. read more

My party and I overall found the food here to be a disappointment. The onion ring tower is a spectacle, but as we went down the tower the onion inside was uncooked. That may be intentional, but not to my taste. On our visit there was also avocado and raw brown shrimp and raw scallops dish. I had high hopes for clever flavor, but really all there was to taste was just the basic flavors of the main ingredients. The souffle' however, is to die for! That was well executed and a flavor memory forever. My partner enjoyed his sole, but my Irish lamb saddle was nothing of note. I was not familiar with the saddle cut so I specifically asked my server if this cut was well-marbled. She assured me it was. Nope. This cut is more like a filet. Cut it across the grain and it's very tender. Cut with the grain, it's about as tough as shoe leather. The brown sauce was completely bland. Oh, they forgot to bring our drinks until after serving the appetizers. They apologized, but one would prefer to have had the drinks first, particularly as they were a little pushy about getting them ordered. We found an English cabernet on the menu that we tried to order. The server discouraged my partner from doing so and said she'd send over the sommelier. No sommelier ever came. We did give the dessert menu a look, but nothing seemed particularly appealing in light of what had gone before. As a place to IG away, oh yes! Spectacle unfolds as you walk in. Five Stars there. The dining rooms are visually interesting and one can hear oneself speak to one's dinner partners. Do take a trip to the bathroom to wash up before supper. If you've been to "that thing in the desert" you'll recognize the vibe. Would I go back? If I read that the kitchen had gone through a shakeup and service was tighter, absolutely. In the current climate places deserve a second chance. read more