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Le Caprice London

Le Caprice London

20 Arlington Street London, SW1A 1RJ, SW1A 1LP, United Kingdom

Fish • Bars • British • European


"Lovely. From start to end. This restaurant and the team of professionals running it were just tip top and executed at a high level. But! Without one really noticing them. Not fussy or overdone-just extremely competent and attentive to our entire visit. A welcoming Maitre d, hostess and coat check greeted us. A lovely pianist was gently playing-great background but could still hold a conversation and led to a table just perfect for our party. I don’t believe one could complain about any table choice-it’s a just right sized establishment. The menu selections are enough variety but not so many one needs to overthink order. If wine of particular importance? Guidance was offered but not pushed and their reserve visually looked well stocked and well curated. The two in our party who ordered were quite pleased to try something new based off suggestion by server and they both were surprised it met/exceeded what they had planned on ordering a familiar label. We had the tuna, yellow belly sashimi(2) beet salad as starters. The Dover Sole, Salmon w/poached eggs and the lamb as entree’s. Desserts we splurged and each ordered a choice: chocolate mousse dipped in /chocolate ganache, apple pie compote, cheese cake and creme brûlée. There was not a misstep in the entire dinner service. It was delicious, visually beautiful and we were delighted. The reason I gave 4 stars for value is I would not want to misdirect anyone who might be using my review to make a decision and misunderstand my intention. We felt it was a huge value. In this respect-to get all the elements written in review? Easily our tab could have been almost doubled at a few other dining choices we were contemplating for that night’s reservation. But this establishment is in Central London and 1 block behind Ritz Carlton. Dining in most restaurants of the caliber of Le Caprice in this area is a higher tab commitment. We felt worth every bit and then some. We each left vowing to return to Le Caprice."

The Stratford Brasserie

The Stratford Brasserie

20 International Way Queen Elizabeth Olympic ParkE20 1FD, London, United Kingdom

Juice • High Tea • Cocktail • Bar-lounge


"The experience was marred from the start by the service. We were left standing at the wait here to be seated position. At least four members of staff stared straight at us and ignored us. No one came over to advise that a hostess would be along shortly. When a hostess did arrive, she told us we would have the table for one and half hours, which directly contradicts the booking terms on Open Table, which state two hours for a party of four.On being seated, when we asked what the composition was of the cocktail of the month Pornstar Spritz, we were told: is Champagne and some juice. Ignoring that the Champagne reference is incorrect, why can't waiters simply say that they don't know and fetch someone who does?After we replaced that waiter, the service improved, although a request to have roast beef cut from the rarer part of the joint was met with a look of complete confusion. Eventually, having been given a choice of medium or well done, I went with something else. The food was for the most part good, although my baked eggs were added to the dish too early and were consequently hard and the roast beef ordered by another member of the party was so well done that a cobbler would have rejected it. Ambience is good, in that the space is reasonably tasteful, but it is a cavernous hotel lobby space, so if you're looking for something intimate, look elsewhere. Prices are fine.The Riedel glassware is wasted this is never going to feel like a tasteful outing in the West End.The house Champagne is Perrier Jouet, which is better than most"

Tom's Kitchen Canary Wharf

Tom's Kitchen Canary Wharf

11 Westferry Circus, London E14 4HD, United Kingdom

Tea • Fish • Coffee • British


"I was really looking forward going to this restaurant after the Canary Wharf light display. However I was left fairly underwelmed by the whole experience. I had booked the online £20 2 course menu plus a cocktail. When we arrived there none of the staff seemed to be the slightest bit aware that I had booked this offer. They seemed slightly unsure what to do and it felt a bit as if we were left to fend for ourselves. We had to ask several times what the cocktail was and also the set menu was very limited. (On the website it doesn't tell you what the set menu). We had to wait a long time for our food, and when it did arrive it was luke warm and not piping hot as you would expect. Also, my friend who ordered the fish was very disappointed with the tiny portion that she was given and had to order a side dish of chunky chips to go with it as it came with very little. The puddings however were really nice. And almost made up for the evening if I am honest. I think the biggest let down for me was the place. It just didn't have the wow factor for me. I was expecting Butlers Wharf Chop House or Plateau but it was very minimal and stark and didn't have a warm atmosphere at all. The staff were friendly, and tried their best, but something didn't quite add up with this place and the price of the meal. I don't think I would rush there when there are so many other restaurants to choose from."