Sussex Bar Restaurant

63-64 Frith Street, London I-W1D 3JW, United Kingdom

🛍 Drinks, British, Seafood, European

4.5 💬 713 Reviews

Phone: +442039237770

Address: 63-64 Frith Street, London I-W1D 3JW, United Kingdom

City: London

Dishes: 27

Reviews: 713

Website: https://www.sussex-restaurant.com/

"Conclusion don 't go if you 're hungry! Sussex is nice, but at these prices you 're better off heading to one of London 's Michelin starred restaurants. There 's the nearby Sabor, or BRAT and Lyle 's in Shoreditch. All 3 feel reasonably priced by comparison. Don 't get me wrong, the environment is lovely, the staff are perfectly pleasant, and most of the flavours were nice. The gnocchi in particular stood out! That said, the positive sentiment in the other reviews makes me begin to question the relative credibility of google maps ratings. Or perhaps it 's simply that many of us Londoners have far too much spare change lying around and no longer understand the concept of good value for money. This is Michelin star pricing without the Michelin star food or service that 's not to berate the staff as I mentioned above, they were perfectly nice). We were in a rush so opted to share some oysters, a couple of starters and a main. I specifically asked about the size of the starters and was told they were not as small as Tapas portions . Imagine my surprise when the monkfish carpaccio arrived. £12 for 9 slithers of fish each roughly the size of an average basil leaf. It would be one thing if the flavours had blown my socks off, but they were actually a bit underwhelming. The gnocchi £9.50) was good, perhaps even great, but equally disappointing in size probably 9 12 pieces). It 's the kind of portions you 'd expect from a 10 course tasting menu. I think Sussex could do a better job of setting expectations in that department. The main venison ragu) was a more reasonable in size and had lovely flavours, but at £24 it 's almost 2x the price of the similar 8 hours beef shin ragu at Padella a London pasta establishment). Not necessarily an apples with apples comparison I know, but these are the kind of comparisons you end up making when the price is greater, but the quality and flavour is seemingly not."

Menu - 27 options

All prices are estimates.

Alistair Alistair

Very friendly staff and excellent food, just needed real napkins to make it exceptional!

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Nadia
Nadia

Here is perfect combo: •CHOCOLATE TORTE ESPRESSO MARTINI •RASPBERRY CHEESECAKE CHERRY AVIATION For us was a random choice but I swear its the best combination EVER! highly recommend!


Brian
Brian

Verdict would return: amazing value and tasty menu Liked maldon salt oysters with Noilly Prat, confit lamb shoulder Disliked rhubarb in crumble slightly tart but mostly balanced by custard Other comments fantastic food and a very pleasant surprise, must try!


Ethan
Ethan

Was glad we found this little place. We visited twice over the weekend. Staff were very friendly. Unfortunately we were given apple juice which was off, but this was rectified quickly with a sincere apology. We also had some small bites which were tasty. Thanks.


Victoria
Victoria

The food was very tasty and the presentation was great. Extensive selection of wines and cocktails. Also, attentive and friendly staff. I have ordered oysters which were very big in comparison to other places I’ve been. Beef tartare which was salty, flavourful and lamb shoulder which melted in my mouth. Definitely recommend and will be coming back!


Alexandra
Alexandra

I stopped by here to try the famous sparkling wine from Sussex. I had the Nutty Brut and the Nutty wild and both were extremely enjoyable. The server was training one or more new servers and although the restaurant was empty, he was not very attentive and the wait was long. He apologized and offered my cured meat plate on the house so really appreciated the gesture. 5 stars and will certainly be back. Don’t miss an opportunity to try some fantastic English sparkling.


Julia
Julia

Had beef wellington today. The dish is amazing, great meat. Nice sides. But the pricing is really confusing. It was stated in set menu as 38 £for 2 persons. We specifically asked if that was the final price. And where disappointed upon getting the nil which added extra £19 per person as main course from the set menu for the same dish. So the real price for wellington is £70 for 2 persons to share. And knowing this price from the start we might have considered different options.


Lucy
Lucy

Managed to get a last minute reservation on a trip to London, and had a brilliant time. Extensive and reasonably priced wine list, and a good selection of vegan/vegetarian options on the food menu. We had the squash gnocchi and pork terrine to start, followed by the hake and the pork loin with rotated cauliflower and potatoes as sides. Everything was delicious. We managed to squeeze in a cheeseboard and a glass of sherry before waddling back to our hotel. We'll definitely be coming back on another London trip.


User
User

The Gladwin Brothers did it again. The Shed in Notting Hill is one if my favourite restaurants in London and the Sussex’s opening made my favourite list longer. Food is inspired in British ingredients and recipes with a gourmet twist that made everything we tried interesting and delicious. Excellent, extensive wine list including very solid British options. Space is great for a dinner with both a large group of friends or a date. The scallops are an absolute must and the cassata too. Oh and the bread and butter... but everything was delicious, highly recommend!


Keith
Keith

Conclusion don 't go if you 're hungry! Sussex is nice, but at these prices you 're better off heading to one of London 's Michelin starred restaurants. There 's the nearby Sabor, or BRAT and Lyle 's in Shoreditch. All 3 feel reasonably priced by comparison. Don 't get me wrong, the environment is lovely, the staff are perfectly pleasant, and most of the flavours were nice. The gnocchi in particular stood out! That said, the positive sentiment in the other reviews makes me begin to question the relative credibility of google maps ratings. Or perhaps it 's simply that many of us Londoners have far too much spare change lying around and no longer understand the concept of good value for money....

Categories

  • Drinks Quench your thirst with our refreshing selection of drinks, from hand-crafted cocktails and fine wines to non-alcoholic delights, including sodas, juices, and expertly brewed coffee and tea. Perfect complements to your meal!
  • British Traditional and hearty, the British menu offers comfort classics like fish and chips, succulent roasts, and savory pies. Rediscover familiar favorites, lovingly crafted with timeless recipes and fresh, local ingredients.
  • Seafood Dive into the freshest catches of the sea with our seafood selection, featuring exquisite dishes prepared with high-quality fish and shellfish. Savor the flavors of the ocean in every bite!
  • European Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.

Amenities

  • Amex
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Visa Card

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