"Bar Boulud is my go to choice when I’m craving a reliable dining experience of classics perfectly executed and comparatively priced for the neighbourhood. It’s the ideal place to have up your sleeve to call for a last minute reservation before dropping in with your other half, friends or even on your own perched at the bar. They have an extremely versatile menu of classic French and American dishes including some of the best burgers in town (the Frenchy and Yankee burger are real stand out), a great steak tartare, a strong seafood selection (the grilled octopus and cod being worthy of mention), salads you will not regret ordering, freshly baked bread and truly excellent French fries (harder to come by than expected). The clientele is usually composed of people staying at the upmarket Mandarin Oriental (which it is based in but enjoys its own entrance), well heeled Knightsbridge types, professionals and those who’ve been shopping nearby, with an ambient yet relaxed environment. The service is usually very reliable and friendly and they have a very expansive wine list for you too oenophiles."
