Rigatoni pasta tossed in a rich tomato basil sauce with garlic and parmesan.
Steak • Pizza • British • Modern Cuisine
"The ambience was great, you immediately felt comfortable. The staff was friendly, but a lot of time was lost due to the long conversations with the other employees and guests and we had to wait forever for our food (3 hours with starter, main course and dessert), even though there were hardly any people on our evening . In my opinion this is simply far too long. The staff also had to apologize several times for the food taking so long. The food was mostly very good, the fish and chips were unusable as I had to throw up shortly afterwards. The price is comparable to usual London prices."
British • Chicken • Mediterranean • Modern Cuisine
"Maybe when people are arrive and you offer water for the table you should explain this is chargeable at £5.50. Also check your toilets more regularly as disappointed to find toilet roll cardboard and lady products on the floor. Food amazing though and highly recommend for the food alone!"
Beer • Steak • Sushi • Salad
"I just want to pay my tributes to Maze Grill and the staff for the excellent experience we had when we visited you for dinner on New Years Eve! Me and my family felt ourself very special already from the entrance, the bar and throughout the whole dinner. Especially our headwaiter (think his name was Karnal? but also his colleagues had much to do but never failed in attention, on the contrary there where not a single second we had to wait or ask for anything. Nice details as when someone constantly have an eye if our glasses needed to be filled up or when our son dropped the fork he had a new one even faster than he could of picked it up himself from the floor. And we noticed that the staff picked up the napkins and folded it and put it back whenever someone went to toilet or so. And it never felt pushy or so, just nice and friendly discreet attention. And what about the food? The garlic shrimps for starter was great as a appetizer and the steak for main course was perfectly executed, as well as the chips and the cole slaw was to die for. Again the attention for detail was great since we had different choices all four of us. The sommelier presented the wines on an Ipad to choose from and we struck gold for choosing a red stellenbosch one. If we have anything to complain about the wine could of been a couple of degrees colder, it was room temperatur I believe. We could of said something but we didn´t since we already got our main courses. When we left Maze Grill for heading out for the fireworks the doorman helped us with a cab…all nice details that makes you feel happy to pay the bill even if its much more than you usually spend on a dinner as an ”average family”. We will certainly visit you again and we will look for other Ramsay restaurants whenever we travel abroad again. Hope you will find a place in Stockholm to start up a new restaurant someday! We say Thank you and wish you all a Happy New Year! Mikael Tarnstrom with family"
Full • Wine • Steak • Grill
"First time trying a Gordon Ramsay restaurant and definitely wouldn’t go to one again! We ordered the beef wellington for two it was tough and chewy, no taste whatsoever. Mushrooms tasted burnt inside. When we told the staff we weren’t happy the chef told us that fillet isn’t supposed to have a taste! And it was seasoned perfectly! Very shocked as we enjoy beef wellington and fillet whenever we eat out (which is often! and we have never found it tough or tasteless anywhere else! Very disappointed as we don’t live in London and travelled up just for this meal. I would recommend to anyone to avoid this restaurant! Clearly the chef doesn’t know how to cook and has too big an ego to admit it!"
Steak • Sushi • Grill • French
"We had the Kitchen Table at Maze and it was truly one of the most memorable dining experiences ever and we have been to many top-end restaurants in the major cities all over the world. The service was extremely attentive and impeccable. The food was creative and so delicious and the courses kept coming and coming. We even got to prepare our own second dessert with the pastry chef. All of the chefs came to the table and introduced their dishes. Being in the kitchen gave us the unique vantage point as how efficient and hard a successful kitchen works. I did learn that the UK Service Charge applied did not go to the staff so be prepared to provide cash gratuities to the waiter and wine steward. This dining experience is a must for foodies!!!"
Full • Steak • Grill
Wine • Pasta • Italian • Mediterranean
"First visit to this restaurant, for a lunch time celebration . Warm welcome and good all round ambience, nice decor, etc. Service throughout was excellent. Had the tagliatelle with wild boar Raghu, which was delicious, aswell as the pork/veal meatballs with roast potatoes which were very tasty. Enjoyed the chessboard all famous Italian cheeses, served with honey which was a first for us but no fruit or celery, which was a little disappointing. Overall, very enjoyable and almost full, which added to the atmosphere of a happy occasion."
Fish • Steak • British • Modern Cuisine
"Le Caprice is tucked away in Arlington Street in a surprisingly quiet spot behind the Ritz. If it sounds glam, it’s because it is. In a restaurant like that, the little details in service are what really set a place apart. We walked in with a booking and the maître d’ managed very discreetly and without me realising, to confirm a special little something that the s.o. had requested. Now that, is class. From our seats at the bar (we love the counter if you recall from my Bocca Di Lupo post I could see the maître greeting the regulars like a pro (handshake for the men, sometimes a hug for the ladies or a peck on the cheek). Even before we had a single bite to eat, we knew this...read more"
Fish • Bars • British • European
"I requested a spot at the counter bar since I was alone and heading to the theatre . No sooner was I seated than the bar man abruptly asked me what I wanted to drink no “welcome, how are you tonight” . He seemed a bit miffed when I asked to see the cocktail list, as though I should know instantly what I wanted. And, although a prix-fixe, pre-theatre menu is advertised online, only the regular a la carte menu was handed to me. So I had to ask for that, as well! As it turned out, I ordered an expensive a la carte main dish, since it appealed to me. During my meal, no one ever topped up my sparkling water the bottle stood in plain sight and the barman/waiter watched me refill my glass. And, when I’d finished my cocktail, no one asked if I’d like a glass of wine although I sat there looking at the page of wines by the glass . By then, although I did want wine, I was too fed up with the rudeness to order one. It was only after I asked for my bill that a waiter asked if I’d like dessert or coffee! Obviously, I didn’t. But I just smiled politely and said I had to go. No one thanked me for coming or wished me a pleasant evening. Yes, the place is packed being right by the Ritz Hotel is very beneficial . And the ambiance is suave and clubby. But the waitstaff is basically disaffected although they do act unctuously polite to regulars . I’ve actually been coming to Le Caprice for many years, but usually sit with friends at a table. Hmm— what a difference!"
Pasta • British • Western • T-bone Steak
"Great music! Couldn’t see the stage or hear the guys as was at back of room and stuck behind pillars. Food was lovely but added 15% service charge plus £4 music fee which is outrageous. Seemed to only be 1 guy topping up glasses so was quite slow we had empty glasses for quite a while. I was also told we could stay at the venue after the brunch which was not true as everyone was asked to leave."
Beer • Wine • Casual • British
"If you're going to listen to decent music on a Saturday afternoon then this is a good place to pass the time away. However, the customer service is so so bad. I was aggressively spoken to by one of the servers called Alex. The food is not fit for consumption. And the price is a rip off. The bottomless Prosecco at £25 make sure you drink your moneys worth but be prepared to have a headache after because it is the cheapest brand they give u. Aside from the music don't expect to be wowed by the customer service delivery and food. Absolute shambles"
Bars • Fish • Pasta • Italian
"Terrible: Very poor value for money, food was mediocre (some dishes were over salted, some were bland), wine was way overpriced and not very good. There were 5 adults and one child in our party, none of the meals or drinks were interesting or special. Food took a long time, the kids meal arrived 1.5hrs+ after we sat down, we had to ask two times for it since our 4yr old was getting hungry. In the end, it was a plate of sausage and mash and I could have cooked something more interesting and tasty myself, in a fraction of the time. Worst of all was the service. The waiters were pushy, arrogant and not very effective. They spilled the wine down the side of the glass every time they poured it (my wine glass was also dirty when I sat down). They pushed extras and sides, felt like we were getting ripped off all the time. Food took a long time. Over and above this, they were very rude to us and we left feeling that they were trying to create a special restaurant but failing badly at it because the food wasn't very special, the service was terrible and the price was way too high. Very disappointed, would advise you to go elsewhere."
Full • Wine • Chicken • American
"We had a wonderful experience at the restaurant. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was pleasant. My friends and I enjoyed our time there and felt both happy and relaxed."
Vegan • Asiatic • Italian • Fast Food
"Interestingly, despite being an Italian restaurant, they did not offer any Italian beer, only Spanish and German options. Moving on to the main course, although the portions were small, the dish was absolutely delicious! I enjoyed butternut squash and goat cheese tortellini, which were generously stuffed with goat cheese and adorned with walnuts. On the other hand, I also tried the duck dish. While it was well-cooked and satisfying in quantity, I believe it would have benefited from being served warm and sliced. A sharper knife might have improved the presentation. Nonetheless, the duck itself was perfectly cooked. The food we had was truly delightful, showcasing high-quality ingredients. That said, I felt the menu was rather limited; it was quite concise with around 20 dishes total, from starters to desserts. In comparison, many other Italian restaurants offer extensive menus that tantalize the palate. Moreover, I found it somewhat presumptuous—and a bit annoying—that a 10% service charge was automatically added to the bill without prior notice. I typically prefer to leave a tip based on the service I received, and being compelled to pay an extra amount diminished the overall experience. While the service was good and I appreciate the efforts of the staff, I believe that tips should be a personal decision made by the diner rather than a forced obligation. Overall, the food was excellent, and I may return, but I hope for a few improvements next time."
Steak • Hotels • Italian • Casinos
"I have been going to this restaurant for years for special occasions, and it has always been fantastic. However, on my last visit for a first date, things went completely wrong. We ordered two different steak meals, each with a different cooking style and sauce. When the meals arrived, they had the wrong sauces and were cooked incorrectly. I spoke to the manager about the issue, but it led to an awkward situation. I asked for the meals to be prepared correctly, but was told that mine would then be cold. Instead of replacing the meals, we ended up accepting what we were given. This disastrous experience ruined my first date and I ended up paying over £89 for it. It was definitely not a Marc Pierre moment. Since then, I have taken my business elsewhere. It's unfortunate, as I used to really enjoy this restaurant before this incident."
Italian • British • Seafood • Brasseries
"I went with a friend for afternoon tea. The reservation process was smooth. We visited shortly before Christmas, so the afternoon tea had a festive Christmas theme. We were seated by the glass windows, offering a beautiful view of the quay. The staff were very polite and attentive, explaining all the items served and inquiring about allergies. We were also offered a choice of bubbly or non-alcoholic drinks while waiting for our tea. I enjoyed the sandwiches very much. The restaurant had a lovely sea-colored decor that was calming. The bathrooms were also beautifully designed. Overall, it was a fantastic experience."
Pasta • Italian • European • Vegetarian
"I booked this restaurant on line for 4 people for 4 January 2024 at 6.30 and received an email from the restaurant confirming our booking on the 14 November 2023. We were in London for a couple of days taking in some sites and a show and were looking forward to a nice evening out. We arrived at the restaurant at 6.30 to find that it was closed and were obviously quite confused. We phoned the telephone number on the web site and were told that the restaurant was closed for the Christmas holidays. A very poor show to take a booking on line, confirm the booking and say in the confirmation email that they are looking forward to seeing you when they are going on holiday. Don't trust your email booking. Luckily enough the taxis driver recommended an Italian Restaurant round the corner and we had a lovely meal and great time."
Fish • Greek • Italian • Desserts
"of us on a Sunday teatime. The restaurant was quiet and not very busy. of us had the pre theatre menu which was mostly good value, although the dishes most appetising all had a supplement. I had the tuna which was delicious. of us shared a lobster, and they enjoyed it very much. Service was polite and helpful. I would have liked to see a side dish included with the set menu; the dishes needed a side apart from the fish and chips and it just adds to the set menu price. Food was nice, service at does ramp the price up, but I guess it is central London. All in all, a good dining experience"
Kebab • Mexican • European • Fast Food
"I was really disappointed with the menu during our recent visit. We have been to the farm shop numerous times over the years and it used to be one of our favorite restaurants. However, the entire menu has changed since our last visit, and now there’s very little choice. While the food we had was nice, we had made a reservation and still ended up feeling like we were stuck there, considering the lack of options. It’s unfortunate because our last experience was excellent, but now we're hesitant to return when we're in Bicester; we’ll likely try a different restaurant instead."
Pizza • Sushi • Mexican • Seafood
"Took my husband out for a meal. Ordered a Cabonara for myself, which was very basic considering it is an Italian restaurant. My husband had the mixed seafood risotto, and it was both plain and tastless, with very little seafood in it. The staff were not attentive and never asked if the food was ok. Would not recommend or return to this restaurant."