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A wonderful evening at L’Escargot. The restaurant has so much character and history, but still feels warm and relaxed rather than overly formal. The duck leg was the highlight for me. I hadn’t originally planned to order it, but our waiter strongly recommended it, and I’m very glad he did. The flavour was incredibly rich and layered without feeling heavy or greasy at all. We also tried the escargots and lobster bisque. I was slightly hesitant about the bisque as I’m not usually a fan of creamy dishes, but it was surprisingly delicious and very comforting with the bread. A particularly thoughtful touch was that, although we only ordered one portion, the waiter divided it into two small bowls for us. The freshly made chocolate soufflé was also worth the 20-minute wait — beautifully risen, served with ice cream on top and warm chocolate sauce. I especially loved the Snail Bar upstairs. Sitting there listening to the pianist while watching the evening sky gradually darken through the windows was incredibly calming and atmospheric. Excellent food, attentive and thoughtful service, and a genuinely memorable setting. I would happily come back.
Mofeijust4u - a month ago

Lovely classic French restaurant in Soho with a beautiful atmosphere. The escargots were delicious, and the warm bread with the garlic butter was my favourite part of the meal. We also enjoyed the lobster and pasta. Friendly service and a great place for a relaxed French dinner. Would happily come back.
彭小半 - 2 months ago

This French restaurant serves incredibly authentic cuisine. If you want the servers to flambé the escargots at your table, you have to ask them—they won’t do it otherwise. Their foie gras steak is absolutely delicious, far better than what you get at dedicated steak houses. The duck leg is also great. One notable downside: the dining room vibrates nonstop, probably because there’s a metro station directly underneath the restaurant.
Cute monster - a month ago

Really enjoyed our dinner at L’Escargot. The restaurant has a lovely old-school French feel — quite cosy and a bit hidden away from the busy streets outside, which made it feel quite special. We tried a few of the classics. The escargots were full of garlic butter and perfect with bread. The steak was excellent, cooked well with a rich buttery sauce. The duck confit was tender with crispy skin, although slightly on the salty side. The lobster was very fresh and sweet, and worked really well with the creamy sauce. We also tried the caviar for the first time — definitely a treat, very delicate and fresh. It felt like a nice way to celebrate something. Service was attentive and the atmosphere was great. Also worth mentioning the bread at the start — warm, fresh and honestly hard to stop eating. Overall a very enjoyable and classic French dining experience. Would happily come back again.
Alexis Zeng - 5 months ago

What surprised me most was the oyster — incredibly clean and fresh. The foie gras paired with a Muscat white wine jelly was beautifully balanced, with gentle sweetness and acidity refining the richness of the foie gras. We had the classic Rossini: beef fillet with foie gras and truffle. Though ordered medium, it arrived slightly more cooked, yet still deeply flavourful and traditionally executed. The duck confit was equally satisfying.
Sonia Hu - 4 months ago

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Good food. Beautiful surroundings. Fabulous drinks. The atmosphere was vibrant, fun and full of energy. Colourful, stylish and effortlessly social. The kind of place where you can sit down for “just a quick brunch” and suddenly realise you’ve been there for hours because the conversation, cocktails and vibes are simply too good! ⭐️ Food: 8/10 The steak…DIVINE!One of the best steaks I’ve had in a long time. The drinks… just ok, we went there for brunch and I believe it would’ve been best that they told us as we sat down that the brunch bottomless drinks was for the 90 minutes so we didn’t know, plus we felt that the service was a little bit slow so we didn’t have as much as we wanted. Value: Really good! Ambience: Lively, fun & fabulous Cabana Covent Garden …. definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a fun girls’ brunch or somewhere to celebrate.
The income suite - 3 weeks ago

Not strictly Brazilian food—it's more Brazilian-inspired than authentic. The dishes were of average quality and nothing really stood out. We had to order everything through a QR code, yet a service charge was still added despite there being very little table service. The atmosphere was pleasant, but overall I was expecting a much better experience.
El Zorro - 2 months ago

I went with my pregnant wife on a Thursday afternoon, to have lunch. The place looks like being in the heart of South America, very colorful, and nice music too. I would definitely go for drinks too. We were advice by lovely Joana, for me to get their beef burger and for my wife on her state a express lunch chicken salad, for my wife and baby was so nutritious, that we are definitely coming back. My burger, indeed, fulfilled my expectations and it was so tasty that I would definitely come back myself with my colleagues! Thank you Cabana, you make our day in London, much better!
William Rivera - 4 months ago

Had a lovely time staff very attentive and friendly. Food was lovely the steak was perfect 👌 Diya was very helpful and explained the dishes to us. Great get away from the business of Oxford Street. Highly recommend the the Bottomless Weekend. Great value for money 💰
caroline blincow - a month ago

Delicious. I enjoyed everything. Grilled flavours were excellent. Nice decor. Good service. Good atmosphere. Live DJ. Not too loud. Tasty food. Everything was tasty and the portion sizes were also good. We had wings, fries, steak and churasco chicken, corn, rice and beans. All excellent. They even had the yummy malagueta sauce for sale. I've been back two more times after and service food and atmosphere continues to be excellent.
Lena Jogie - 4 months ago

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5★ – Absolute atmosphere, great music, legendary venue! Jazz After Dark is a real treasure in the heart of London. The intimate setting full of colours, artwork and Amy Winehouse memorabilia creates an authentic atmosphere that will instantly captivate you. The live music was top notch – great musicians, a great singer and an energetic band. The staff were very friendly and the personal touch and soul of this place was felt throughout the evening. Perfect for a glass of wine and a complete break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Visiting this bar is not just about the music – it’s an experience! I recommend it to anyone who loves jazz, atmosphere and London nightlife with a soul.
Miloš Ronec - a year ago

A uniquely quirky and historical homage to the greatness which was Amy Winehouse and her part mentor Sam Shaker who is a lovely guy and can often still be found at the bar selling his paintings and willing to chat about old times. Bridge at the bar is also lovely and the live music 🎶 unbeatable. Go there and soak up the atmosphere.
Tony Boys - 5 months ago

We were absolutely astonished from the very first moment when band started to play. The quality of the music and the performance of the band was really amazing. Jazz After Dark is the place to listen to high quality music in Soho. Their margharitas are quite strong too...!!!
Omer Gunay - 10 months ago

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It’s always great to dine here. Great food - especially like the paneer and love the dahi vada. The seating is bit of an issue which can be improved. Sometimes it’s hard to find a place to sit. By the closing time the staff tries to push you to eat quickly as they want to clean up and go home, they can definitely be trained to be kinder to the customers in letting them finish the food in peace. Their chai and lassi is very good.
Explorer - 2 months ago

Great place for a quick breakfast or lunch who is looking for pure vegetarian food in the middle of London. Very low prices and great service provided. The interior, the music, cutlery and the food feels like you are in India. A good variety in the menu. Overall a nice place to go.
Yash Jaiswal - 2 months ago

Delicious, authentic food in a wonderful atmosphere. Perfect for pre-show food, and was great that they catered so well for vegans as well as vegetarians. Will definitely be coming back!
Megan Worsfold-Gwyn - a month ago

★★★★★ Food here is so nice. I had The Large thali and it was plenty filling for me — fresh, flavourful, and really good value for Soho. The connected temple upstairs is a hidden gem — such a peaceful spot after eating. I was happy the whole time and I’ll be visiting again and again.
sai kumar - 2 months ago

Had the large thali meal at Govinda’s Soho street at ISKCON Temple, and it was absolutely divine! 🙏✨ Every item was full of flavour, fresh, and incredibly satisfying. The food felt wholesome and comforting, and the entire experience was beautiful. Definitely a must-try if you’re visiting the temple! 🤍🍛
Supriya Sampath - a week ago

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I had an absolutely fantastic dining experience at this Spanish restaurant. From the moment I walked in, the warm atmosphere and friendly staff made me feel welcome. The service was equally impressive. The staff were attentive, knowledgeable, and happy to recommend dishes and drinks that complemented our meal perfectly. Their genuine hospitality elevated the entire experience. Special mention to the manager Antonio and Dario. Oh and Harold was the waiter was amazing too! Highly recommended, an easy 5-star experience!
Adri “Adri” - 3 months ago

This place was literally amazing—I cannot stress how good the shrimp was and our waitress was superb, she explained everything on the special menu specifically and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend the Gambas Rojas (shrimp) and the crab croquets (these were on the special menu so I’m not sure if they’re always available, though). We also ordered a salad (i forgot the name but it’s the one with beans) which was pretty good, and a tortilla, which I don’t think I would get again since I didn’t really like it. Overall highly recommend, we came here for lunch in a weekday so it wasn’t really crowded.
Joy Xuan - 3 months ago

Food was genuinely very good, especially the zucchini flower with cream cheese and the ham/prawn croquettes. Patatas bravas were nice too, and the staff were lovely throughout. My main issue is the value for money. The portions are extremely small for the prices they charge. One squid dish was around £20 and honestly it was quite tiny. Same with the sangria, small glass, lots of ice. I get that it’s Soho and central London prices, but it still felt overpriced overall. Good food, just not sure it’s worth the price.
C G - 4 months ago

Food was quite nice - the Arroz de Carabineros was the standout dish, but was let down by others like the croquettes which we had to send back twice for being cold in the middle. Aubergine was really good, but the lemon sole a tad bland. Service was very lacklustre - wouldn't personally come back to this branch.
Matt - 5 months ago

Incredibly delicious! We visited before theatre and we were overwhelmed by the taste of the dishes, the service and general vibe. Our server was lovely and offered recommendations around a beautiful Sherry to complete our Crema Catalan. We spent a small fortune but it was well worth the money! I am still craving the anchovy tostadas…
Cherrie Green - 10 months ago

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This was undoubtedly one of the best South Indian dining experiences we have had. The food was absolutely delicious — from the plain dosa with desi ghee to the thali, everything was fresh, flavourful, and truly satisfying. A special thanks to Sai, Ram, and the other servers who made our visit so comfortable and memorable. Their hospitality added a lovely personal touch to the whole experience. We would definitely love to visit again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic and delicious South Indian food.
Akhil Gupta - 3 months ago

Wow. Absolutely incredible meal at Chettinad in London. This South Indian restaurant had some of the best flavors we’ve ever had. The dosas were amazing, and their duck dish was completely off the chain — packed with deep spice and flavor. They even brought out extra spices and accompaniments that made the experience feel unique and authentic. The service was excellent from start to finish. The staff constantly refreshed silverware, explained menu items, and made everyone feel welcome. We also saw them celebrate another guest’s birthday by singing Happy Birthday and bringing out a dessert with a candle, which was a really nice touch. At the end of our meal, they surprised us with dessert on the house as well. We came all the way from Miami, Florida, after our kids recommended it because they had such a great experience there. We figured we’d give it a try — and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best Indian meals we’ve ever had. The flavors were bold, authentic, and unforgettable, and the spice level could really be customized if you like heat. Definitely worth the trip if you’re visiting London and want outstanding South Indian food.
Howard Blitz - 3 months ago

Good taste is amazing. It’s my third time visiting this place. I cannot say no to this restaurant. It’s high quality food for the price fish fry, biriyani and meals all is so delicious. Will come back again
Diyaah - 4 months ago

Excellent Kolli Dosa, Gobi 65 and prawn curry. Service was very good. Unfortunately we went on a Monday night when the restaurant was full and the noise was quite unbearable. Certainly not a place to go for a quiet meal when it's crowded. They will do well to put some soft furnishing on the walls to absorb the sound . We made reservations so did not need to wait.
Imran Ispahani - a month ago

**Chettinad Restaurant Review** Visited Chettinad recently and came away feeling a little underwhelmed. We ordered the masala dosa, which arrived lacking the crisp texture I was expecting. The staff were very friendly though and happily replaced it, even serving the masala separately, which I appreciated. The vada was the standout item of the meal. Fresh, flavourful, and cooked well. The chai, on the other hand, was disappointing. It tasted weak and lacked the rich, comforting flavour a good chai should have. Easily a 2/10. Overall, the service was better than the food. Nothing was terrible, but nothing made me want to come back either. With several stronger South Indian spots nearby, this isn't one I'd particularly recommend. **Rating: 3/5 ⭐**
Mansi Gupta - 3 months ago

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What an amazing experience! A fantastic place, so much history, home to Marx for several years etc, and beautifully set up. A place of real character. Lovely to see an eclectic mix of diners, some talking, quietly, some reading, so much character! We’d pre ordered a book and would have been able to get it signed if we’d have arrived on day we’d reserved- we had to postpone but team very understanding and simply changed to next day! My parents had been before and didn’t exaggerate about the lovely vibe and flawless food and service. The entire team dedicated , Crystal took great care of us. The rustic bread was an appropriate prelude to our mains: the portion size for Ravioli was perfect. It can be off putting when you’re faced with a pile of food! This was delicate, tasty and perfect to allow for the profiteroles 😮 absolutely delicious- we really couldn’t fault any aspect of our experience. The restaurant was busy but this didn’t detract from service. Having the ability to preorder a book for chef to sign is great, completely our fault that we missed chef as we changed booking. But, it will be our’s one way of another: we may have to make a return visit, or the team will forward it! We’ll be back, no doubt! Thanks to all, Crystal in particular.
LT R - 2 months ago

Absolutely stunning experience: so pleased I elected to purchase Chef Jeremy’s book, when reserving the table. The personal inscriptions are wonderful and so thoughtful. Having the great man himself there (so synonymous with being a high profile judge on “Great British menu” interacting so naturally and humbly with patrons is testament to his character: he’s also got a fantastic sense of humour! History of building fascinating (home of Karl Marx) and several of the original features remain. This is a place for the discerning diner! Unmitigated perfection in terms of quality of food and service. Team all great and lovely “vibe” A real highlight of our stay in London. Additional thanks to Leah and GG 😊 Photos on TA review
T Riley - 3 months ago

Stylish, sexy, sensational food. QV is a stalwart in Soho for good reason. It exudes style, is cool AF and has consistently great food and drink. The menus change and always offer its eponymous eel sandwich. Cocktails are strong but good… particularly its Martini Wednesday. Decor is subtle yet distinctive. I love its illustrated menus and icon owner flouncing around the joint. I always recommend this as a place to visit. Having recently seen the members space, even more so. Love💗
hannah jones - 5 months ago

Great place for a solo diner. Food was beautiful - the oysters, the smoked eel sandwich, the soufflé. Wonderful service. Recommended.
Mark Tyner - 3 months ago

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Didnt expect too much about service, but it was not even standard level. Need to ask three times somethings. Starters good, mains not bad, tiramisu dont order. And interesting thing is that bill is coming with optional team tip. It says optional but its already included. For sure didnt say anything
Semih Apaydin - a month ago

Visited before an event, we booked in advance as it was a Saturday. The staff were really nice, checked on us multiple times. I had the set menu which is amazing, starter main and dessert. The pizza is very thin, even though it looks massive, you won’t feel like you’re about to explode once you finish it. The gelato is a must try!!! They are delicious, creamy, flavourful. The design is quite nice, modern mixed with cozy. Would recommend for any size of groups. ☺️
Fedra Vadasz - 6 months ago

My colleague and I initially went for one cocktail and sat outside on the patio. We later decided to grab something to eat. Both times served by Orion. He was super lovely, checked on us throughout, made time to have a little chat. The food was super delicious. I prefer gluten free pasta. Got the bolognese pasta and my friend got the carbonara. Both dishes were super tasty and would recommend. Will definitely return! Forgot to take photos of the food.
J H - a month ago

Cool spot in a great location with excellent service. Went with a larger group for dinner and had a great time. Food was pretty good and drinks were great. Wait staff was on point and happy to help with any requests.
Stefan Sothmann - 3 months ago

One of the best Zizzi locations in London. They focus on pizza and pasta and they won’t disappoint. Portions are huge and prices are fair also. Even starters might be enough to be full. We tried one pizza and two starters and both were great. They do have set menus as well. Highly recommended if you’re in the area.
Deniz Nalis - 3 months ago

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I’ve been going to Byron for years, back when they used to have a restaurant in Hoxton Square (some 10+ years ago) so have vivid memories of the quality of the food being good. After deciding for ages where to eat for a low key bday dinner. I thought we’d give this place a try as I know during Covid they had to shut a lot of the places down, so having seen they’ve began opening and expanding more restaurants (and for abit of nostalgia) we’d give it ago. My expectations were high as I remember how good the burgers were back in the day. One thing I noticed was the new addition to the menu this time round was that I could upgrade the patty for an extra £3 to a Wagyu blend ground beef which sounded like an interesting idea. I went ahead & upgraded my Byron burger expecting something really good. Well what can I say the quality has gone way down hill, they used to cook the burgers medium rare and the patty used to be juicy. The burger was cooked well done to the point it was a bit dry, the seeded bun slowly disintegrated with every bite until I ended up with more burger than bun. Left really disappointed, perhaps since I last went to Bryon I’ve had better quality burgers and my pallet has improved, but on this occasion I doubt I’ll be going back as for the same price I could go Meat Liquor, Honest Burger or Hawksmoor for a much better burger.
Melvin Galapon - 2 months ago

Food was really fresh and came out in no time! Staff here are really welcoming & beware visiting during hot days as it got really hot inside, no air con 🔥🥵.. Apart from that its really nice to eat here
Tariq B - 3 months ago

burger and fries were so good. you could tell that they were done properly also because they weren't heavy on the stomach afterwards. service was a bit slow though.
Rebecca Maria Luce Sinigaglia - a month ago

We had a lovely experience with our limited edition wagyu burger. Our server emily was extremly helpful with my allergen needs, and with our student discount towards the end. Overall will definitely come back!
Marcus Fonseka - 5 months ago

I was invited to try the food @byronburgersuk and I was delighted to stop by. I went to their restaurant near Tottenham Court Road Station (around a 5 minute walk) and noticed how sleek the decor is, it's a very welcoming place to eat. What we had: 🍔 Chilli Burger & Fries - The burger was extremely tender, with chopped jalapeños inside, and a reasonably hot chilli sauce but it didn't overwhelm the flavour of the burger. 🍔 Wagyu Truffle Burger & Fries - Thick patty, the truffle mayo was not overpowering. 🥓 Bacon & Cheese Tots - Generous amounts of bacon with a thick cheese sauce. 🍗 Chicken bites - Delicious! Tasty, not at all greasy, with a light batter. 🧅 Onion Rings - I am an onion ring connoisseur! They were extremely crispy and full of large chunks of onion, which is not always the case. 🍓 Strawberry Milkshake - One of the nicest milkshakes I have had.. Up there with the best. 🍰 Oreo Cheesecake - Delicious cheesecake with oreo pieces and a chocolate sauce... A beautiful way to finish the meal. The food was fantastic, the vibe was very relaxed and chilled out. Thank you to AJ for taking great care of us. *INVITE
Bobby Parsons - a month ago

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