Reviews Galvin At Windows

Name: Galvin At Windows
Address: 22 Park Lane, London, United Kingdom, I-W1K 1BE
Telephone: +44 20 7208 4021
Rating: 88

Khaane Ka Jaankaar

Galvin at windows - London Hilton on park lane Hotel ek kamaal ka hotel h. Yaha p Aap aapne pariwaar ke saath ja sakte h.. Jagha to Bahut hi bdhya h.

Feb 20, 2019

Meenu

They have really humble staff.
the food is worth the pocket.
very good food.
each dish is different and so nicely done.
the presentation of the food is just amazing.
one just cannot get over this place.

Aug 12, 2018

Mariette El-Soury Massabni (Les Délices De Mariette)

+4.5

Very nice place for dinner. The food is delicious, the ambiance warm and the staff was also very helpful. Could not leave the restaurant without buying the recipe book. Recommended 👍👍👍

Jan 01, 2018

2wo Fat Girls

+4.5

Happy to have another Michelin restaurant in London under my belt, without having to splurge ridiculously. Galvin at Windows, under the head chef, Joo Won, has a French-inspired menu with beautiful, fine dining atmosphere up in the sky at the Hilton, Park Lane. The 28th floor restaurant has lovely, floor to ceiling windows overlooking various angles of London, ranging from Hyde Park, to City, to the Soho area. Even though we requested a window seat, they were unable to accommodate which was a little disappointing considering it was a Tuesday lunch time and not very busy at all. They had an offer which was a 3 course lunch menu for 19.95 pounds – a great deal for a fine dining experience. We found the overall atmosphere very elegant and comfortable, beautiful 360 degrees surround views, all complemented by 3 lovely, well-balanced dishes for a delicious lunch.

Dec 13, 2017

+4.5

Another jewel in London food scene; apart from snobbish reception everything else was perfect to T.

We had a guest who was 100% vegetarian; we decided to have Chef Degustation menu since Veg was not on list but chef left no stone unturn to put a smile on our guest, sitting by the window overlooking London skyline had a great conversation with great food, must say both the servers with on top of their service.

Food was amazing after seven course we felt like going to heaven

Must Visit.

Lost 0.5 in my opening statement.

Nov 05, 2017

Jimmy

Nice restaurant with a city view. The design and decoration are simple. The ambiance is relaxing. Staff are professional. For the main course, I ordered Tagliatelle. It was tasty and creamy. As for sweets, I had a delicious apple tart.

Oct 30, 2017

FoodNewz

Peter Morrell and his wife enjoy the ultimate culinary experience on the 28th floor of the Hilton Hotel in London. The Galvin at Windows Bar. The View by Night. PausePlayPlayPrev|Next. Michelin starred Galvin at Windows has maintained its place on the must-visit list of dedicated foodies for more than a decade. News of a brand new cocktail list and a program of special menus highlighting a different region of France every month were the only temptations I need to pay a visit.

Sep 24, 2017

Jesse Wayan Subrata

We went to Galvin at Windows with a meal and cocktail package for two, set at £60.
Had an amazing time, mainly due to my company! Views are incredible, as well as decor and layout. Although the seating closer to the windows are quite small, in short you sacrifice comfort for views.
It should be noted that these seats are in the bar allocated area of the venue. Further seating in other parts of the restaurant are comfortable, if you are looking for a full meal.
The wait staff are polite and extremely quick to accomodate your needs.
Food as expected at a restaurant of its calibre and set up is tasty and very well presented. The platter of food was quite the odd selection. Unfortunately portion sizes are tiny, as many of these high end restaurants produce.
The cocktails were average for the venue and rustic in presentation.

Jun 26, 2017

Choco Sushi

+4.5

Sammii here! So last weekend was my annual fancy dinner meal with my girls from back home in Manchester, we like to gather together yearly just to celebrate in style all our achievements and milestones that we've made in the year. For me I would say the biggest one is that I've got into Uni and knowing for the first time ever what I want to do with my career. For anyone still on that path thinking, 'hey I have noooo clue what I wanna do', it really does take time and just throwing yourself out there trying different things. Everyone reaches points in their lives at different times, so don't put pressure on yourself if you haven't found what you want to do yet :)

Jun 03, 2017

Selena Cross

Dined here for dinner on a Thursday evening. The view as you arrive looking over Hyde Park and London are incredible; as good as any other London view point. We had a 5 course menu, my partner wanted to change one of the courses which they kindly obliged to do. The food was great, the service better and overall we had a fantastic time. The food was very rich, so we needed some fresh air to walk it all off The only thing I wasn't too keen on was the pomme puree that was too buttery/creamy for my liking. Would definitely recommend this place for a special occasion.

Nov 04, 2016

Sam

+3.5

One of my favorite places in London. The windows of the world lounge is amazing. I hope they still have the pianist and the skyline view, a perfect mood maker! 💏

Oct 29, 2016

Ruchi Deetya

It's Michelin star French restaurant.
Each plate is a piece of art and quite expensive.
Was there for an office do for dinner and the three course was just exquisite.
We had chosen the Menu Prestige and my choice was:
- Starter: cured salmon, crab with avocado purée and fennel compost
- Mains: halibut fillet, pomme purée, shitake mushrooms, prawn and dashi broth
- dessert: kirsch parfait, chocolate ganache with cherry and hibiscus granita

The broth in the mains was sublime and I would definitely go to this place sometime very soon now as they have a lot other on menu to try.

Aug 20, 2016

Meat And One Veg

I have a love / hate relationship with restaurants which boast about their views. When done well, like Rofuto back in Brum, the view becomes secondary; a bonus to the food which demands the attention of the plate, not the traffic levels below. On the flip of it, like in MPW at the Cube, it can be a distraction to some pretty abysmal food, even if the booking was knowingly done so mostly for the view. Or you could be sitting halfway up the Eiffel Tower, in Le Jules Verne, paying three hundred quid for a jellied beef soup and some cold veg. I’ve done all three and I know all too well that a good view is not a guarantee of a good meal.

Jul 25, 2016

HungryPole

+4.5

Fantastic venue with amazing vues of London. Took my mum there for her birthday meal. We have chosen set menu which was very well balanced and filling. The pork belly as one of the mains was superb. Staff was extremely knowledgeable when I asked for wine recommendations. They even surprised my mum with a little birthday cake which was very sweet. We both felt very spoilt. Highly recommend

May 13, 2016

Kiran Kishore

First up: Casterbridge steak tartare, pickled vegetables & grain mustard mayonnaise.
I LOVE steak tartare. I was quite freaked out by it the first time I had it in a pub in Cologne (‘Raw meat? Raw egg? And it’s not dangerous?!’), but I immediately loved the flavours. This one was stunning, with chopped onion and gherkin already in the meat, adding flavour without being too overpowering, and the thinnest crispy slice of bread I’ve ever seen, perfectly salted. The mustard mayonnaise was a delicate balance of sharp and sweet, and the radish pieces were perched on top of egg yolks, which were so creamy we nearly mistook them for butter!

Mar 08, 2016

Food And Drinks Noob

+3.5

I headed back to the restaurant 3 years after my first visit to experience the luxury sky high dining once again and went for the 5 course "pay what you like" menu

Aug 08, 2015

Shayan Sacki

+3.5

A room with a view. Galvin at Windows is situated on the 28th floor at the Hilton on Park Lane. Overlooking London and especially the West End and Hyde Park this was a pleasant experience. We were lucky to have a nice summer evening; it wasn't the hottest and there was a bit of cloud cover, however it it was bright enough for dinner.

Sep 12, 2015

Sam Harding

Galvin at Windows, situated on the 28th floor of the London Hilton on Park Lane, was one of the first ‘posh’ restaurants my husband and I went to. Within our first year of getting together we went there to celebrate his birthday. We also spent our wedding night at the Hilton Park lane and although we didn’t dine at Galvin at Windows that night, they sent some of their marshmallows to our room, simply because we had mentioned how nice they were to the person who checked us in. As the restaurant is quite sentimental to us my husband surprised me and took me there for a date night. As we were shown our seat, right next to the window, we were given postcards, which could be sent anywhere in the world courtesy of the restaurant. I wrote them out to my children, all the way in sunny Kent. The views are incredible, you can see for miles, from our table we overlooked Buckingham Palace. We were given an Amuse-bouche of crayfish and some freshly baked bread. The bread was delicious, still lovely and warm and the butter melted into it as I spread it on. My husband had purchased a voucher which entitled us to the Menu Prestige. The menu had a good variety, for starter I choose San Marzano tomato gazpacho, Sicilian red prawns, peach compote & basil and my husband, shockingly didn’t order the foie gras, went for the Scallops ceviche, Aquitaine caviar, pickled kohlrabi & sweet soy. My dish was really good, the gazpacho was so refreshing and the little tomatoes had so much flavour and were lovely and sweet. It looked pretty too. I had a little taste of hubby’s, that was pretty impressive too. Next up was the main course, now my husband and I very rarely order the same dish but I love lamb so I choose that, he would have ordered the beef I think if it were not for the supplement. There were additional sides too, at a cost, we didn’t order those. Rump of lamb, slow cooked belly, devilled sweetbread, spring vegetables & spiced jus The mains were presented, the portions were huge! Sides were definitely not needed as the portion was more than adequate! The lamb was gorgeous so tender and soft, not at all chewy. The sweetbread, which I’m used to eating fried, wasn’t fried but still a nice addition. The slow cooked belly was melt in the mouth. The jus on the dish was incredible, it had a spicy cumin kick and worked so well with the lamb, I literally moped every drop up with the bread. Such a hearty flavoursome filling dish. I’m used to tasting menu portions so this left me felling very full! Dessert menus were given to us, great choice of desserts. I liked the sound of meringue and black pepper ice cream so opted for that. Hubby went for the chocolate dessert. Dark chocolate Palet D’or, raspberries & white chocolate ice cream Nougat parfait, caramelised banana, Muscovado meringues & black pepper ice cream Both desserts were presented beautifully! My was quite funky. The taste and texture was like a banoffe pie, and the crunch on top of the banana was pefect. My husband was very selfish with his and I barely had a taste. These were awesome desserts, a real treat. I loved having a full size dessert! Along with the bill came some chocolates and the amazing marshmallows. When my husband asked for the bill, there was a bit of confusion, the manager was very apologetic, he arranged drinks in the bar to make up for the mistake and amazingly we got to even walk through the kitchen out onto the balcony!!!! We had been quite privileged to this and this more than made up for the slight error. So overall a great meal, the food is absolutely delicious and filling, I know some people complain about small portions in Michelin star restaurants, but it definitely isn’t the case here. My only negative of the meal is I personally feel the service could have been slightly more attentive, by that I don’t mean the service was bad, quite the contrary, I just would have liked more interaction. I would have liked a description of my food when the dishes were presented to the table. But this is a personal preference and something that I am accustomed to. I think Galvin at Windows is a great restaurant. The views are incredible, the food is amazing. I think it’s a great starter restaurant if you are new to fine dining and Michelin Star restaurants. You are made to feel welcome but not fussed over and it’s a perfect venue for a romantic date.

Aug 03, 2015

Sam Harding

Great food, amazing views and a perfect restaurant for a romantic date 28 floors above London. The Lamb dish from the menu prestige was amazing and the desserts will blow you away.

Jul 30, 2015

Sophie

+3.5

Up on the 28th floor of the Hilton on Park Lane, Galvin at Windows offers awesome views of our fair city. The contemporary style French menu from chef Chris Galvin is also as picture pretty as the views. Both Neelam and Deena celebrate their birthday's within a few days of each other so we decided to book a table and celebrate. To start, we enjoyed Galvin's summer spritzer made with watermelon juice and Prosecco.

Aug 24, 2015

Ankit Agarwal

+4.5

Wow!! A Michelin star restaurant to rave about. Am amazing view of the city all around - aptly names it at the windows :)

Select set of dishes of a daily menu - what I found appealing was how asparagus was use in different dishes.. All dishes were pretty as a picture..

And the apple tart along with the salted caramel - yum!!

And there collection of single malts is quite fascinating. Not surprising for that part of the world.

May 16, 2015

Broswhodine

Only visited the bar area for some dessert and drinks. The ambience is very nice and the view is amazing. Dessert options are limited but the chocolate mousse was very nice (not a huge chocolate fan). The prosecco and rose cocktail was something new and tasted very good. Will definitely be back to try the main restaurant!

May 14, 2015

Dave B

+4.5

Had a fabulous anniversary dinner this evening, couldn't recommend enough. Food was excellent and the service was just outstanding. We opted for the degustation menu, a great option if you have the time. Anyway, top notch, a truly excellent evening and if you can make it...go for it!

Aug 22, 2014

Aisling

+4.5

Fantastic view over London with a mouthwatering menu that doesn't fail to deliver. Really try to get a window seat to take full advantage of the location but either way, service, food and atmosphere are top class!

Oct 13, 2012

P.P

+4.5

Beautiful view. If there is anything I could enjoy more than a beautiful tasting menu it is a beautifull view of London from the 28th floor. Having a table right by an enormous window and being served some of the most delicious food, I experienced both. Truly amazing experience!

Feb 28, 2011

Nick Spalding

+4.5

What a view!. It's hard not to go on about the tremendous setting for this excellent restaurant. Perhaps the food isn't quite to the standard of some other gourmet restaurants, but hey the setting makes up for any of the other tiniest of shortcomings. Fantastic champagne bar too, if you get the chance go!

Jan 21, 2010

Margolismm

+4.5

Worth a visit. Definitely worth going, when you consider you can do the 33 for 3 courses deal (different menu). Good food, amazing view and I would absolutely recommend going once to try. the chocolate desert was one of the best I've had.

Jun 22, 2009

Guy

+4.5

Fantastic food complimented by the fantastic views of London, scallops for starer were excellent and the puddings are divine, well worth £70 a head.

Mar 18, 2009

ToasttoRoast

+4.5

Every trip to London starts with the same ritual. Figuring out how many days will be spent in the capital and how many meals that realistically equates to. Next step is trying to book places to eat from the steadily growing list of restaurants that sound worth a visit. It’s always a pleasure to try new places so even though Medlar, Pollen Street Social, Roganic, Chez Bruce and Upstairs at Ten Bells had provided excellent meals on my last trip (six weeks prior) they were off limits this time around. Galvin at Windows seemed a good choice to start this trip. Situated on the 28th floor of the London Hilton on Park Lane it gave the opportunity to combine good food and fine views. Galvin at Windows was opened in 2006 as the second restaurant in Chris and Jeff Galvin’s gradually growing chain of eateries. The emphasis is on seasonally inspired modern French cuisine with the kitchen headed by Andre Garrett. The dining room features a raised centre floor so diners at those tables still have t

Jan 22, 2013

Secret Temple

The city unfolded beyond the glass; there is always something so attractive about a restaurant or bar that lies tucked nicely between the clouds (fine, I might be slightly exaggerating, it’s only on the 28th floor), especially in a city like London that doesn’t really have many skyscrapers. “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well.” (Virginia Wolf) There is certainly something to be said about going to a fancy, Michelin star restaurant; the mood, the respectful staff, getting the big table next to the windows (unfortunately the views are not accessible for all of the tables in the restaurant, even though most of them do seem to be placed next to some sort of window), it all sets a nice tone to your life. That, and the free champagne. The bread was crunchy on the outside and luckily not crunchy on the inside too. It was quite good – some restaurants seem to just give me a piece of stale bread. We went for the Lunch Menu (25£ for two courses or 29£ for thr

Feb 04, 2014

TheFoodaholic

+4.5

If there is one thing that comes at a premium in London these days, it's a view. And not to blow our own trumpet - but London does have one of the best views in the world. Situated on Park Lane, on the top floor of the Hilton Hotel is the Michelin starred Galvin at Windows. Surprisingly for its location, Michelin star and well known chef, Galvin isn't that particularly well known. Most of my friends, or people i meet haven't even heard of it (maybe i need new friends). Either way those who don't - are missing out. Apparently the interior inside Galvin at Windows is meant to evoke the 1930's, although to me it looked almost modern, and in need of a little refresh. Still, it was a lovely large dining room with a view to melt a heart. The restaurant opened in May 2006 and gained its first Michelin star in 2010, which it has kept hold of ever since. Chef patron Chris Galvin and his head chef, Joo Won have created a tantalising menu here. Rich, decadent, mouth watering food which would easi

Sep 07, 2014

Jax Roe

+4.5

There's a reason Galvin at Windows is one of my favourites - the menus constantly evolve, and the service is absolutely excellent. Combine that with some of the best views in London, and how can you go wrong?

Feb 18, 2013

Hungry Hoss

+4.5

Slow cooked pork belly, potato & choucroute rösti, pickled turnips & apple spiced jus – my wife’s serving of pork belly was another strong dish. The meat was very well cooked and the pickled turnips helped to cut through the rich apple spiced jus.

Jan 14, 2013

No Expert

+4.5

Went to Galvin at Windows for lunch. We tried the set menu at £39.50 for 3 courses including coffee, water and half a bottle of wine per person, which was an excellent deal. Started with a rather lovely mackerel tartar, amusingly presented in a tin...

Mar 26, 2011

Thecriticalcouple

+4.5

It is widely known that only three things that are important when it comes to property: location, location and location. The Park Lane Hilton, while never likely to win an award for aesthetics, nevertheless sits among London's prime Mayfair real estate but has its real advantage bestowed by being one of the few tall buildings in the vicinity therefore offering spectacular and uninterrupted views across London. Taking full use of the fact, the 28th floor of the building is given over to Galvin at Windows, the Michelin starred restaurant, together with Galvin at Windows bar. Between the two, they pretty much offer the full London skyline with St Paul's, The City and Canary Wharf visible looking east from the bar and from the restaurant, Park Lane, Hyde Park and Kensington. It's a spectacular backdrop for lunch. Also at Galvin at Windows is Fred Sirieix (Twitter: @fredsirieix1), General Manager and of course star of the recent BBC programme Michel Roux's Service. Fred is a champion for th

Feb 11, 2011

EatCookExplore

+4.5

Had an amazing lunch at Galvin at Windows one bright and sunny winter Sunday. Being a group of 8, we were given one of the nice tables overlooking Hyde Park. Did try to take a video of the view but not sure how it will look after some tinkering. The view

Oct 11, 2010

Mark Edwards

+4.5

Went to Galvin at Windows with Robin from Source it, cook it, eat it tonight. The restaurant sites atop the top floor of The Hilton in Mayfair, providing some great views (even through a strong evening downpour). We ate from the à la carte menu: three cou

Mar 07, 2010

LoveFoodLoveDrink

+4.5

Set on the top floor of the Park Lane Hilton hotel, Galvin at Windows provides quite simply the finest views across London of any restaurant. The gold and green dining room is effortlessly elegant, and there is an equally impressive bar area where visitor

Nov 09, 2009

The Ginger Gourmand

+4.5

There's something incredibly decadent and indulgent in treating yourself to a long, lazy lunch on a weekday when everyone else is at work. Even more so when you choose Galvin at Windows for your special treat!

Jun 25, 2009

Laissez Fare

+4.5

Perched atop the London Hilton hotel, with a commanding view of a good deal of London, lays Galvin at Windows.

Jan 27, 2010

Pig Pig's Corner

+4.5

When my friend suggested eating Sichuan after watching Iron Man 2 (yeah I know, this is how long this has been sitting on my hard drive instead of being posted, pretty good movie though), a little flicker of memory made me take more interest than usual. T

May 22, 2010

Laura Fitzpatrick

+4.5

For our anniversary dinner, Thomas and I visited Galvin at Windows . Having been out of action for the best part of a week with a particularly nasty stomach bug I was glad of a celebratory night out. We started proceedings with some champagne and half a d

Nov 23, 2009

Robin Clark

+4.5

Overall, I enjoyed the food and it was just about value for money. The amuse-bouche between the first and second course was lovely.

Mar 27, 2010

Gaby

Excellent dishes with a magnificent view !! A very recomended place to in london for a romantic lunch or even dinner! Galvin at windows is a marvellous place to enjoy a good meal with a view of London from above .. Love this place so much ❤️

Jan 25, 2015

Radhika Badami

This is one of those places which is popular because of its ambience and decor than its food. The food is just fine and not as good as the other gourmet restaurants but the place's awesome setting is unbelievable. and compensates for the food or any other shortcomings in the restaurant. The champagne bar is also outstanding and I would recommend to surely give this place a try.

Sep 06, 2014

Mia Rhodes

Located on the top floor of Hilton, this place gives a perfect view of London for all tired travellers. The buffet breakfast here is priced exorbitantly and the pocket feels a pinch when it has to pay so much. However, it has redone its pricing structure and one may even get items at dirt cheap prices. The unique and breath taking view from the restaurant is definitely a crowd puller!

Sep 14, 2014

Tom Sheppard

The ambiance of his place is simply great. The view from the height is gorgeous! The food here was exceptional! I began my meal with a palette cleanser finishing it with a cheese platter. As for the service, I must say, that we had very attentive staff. They refilled our glasses continuously and made sure they brought out the starters and main course timely

Sep 15, 2014

Harvey Law

We went there recently to celebrate a special occasion and I must say that this place has some stunning views. The atmosphere was quite lovely and the staff was polite as well. The service was an excellent one. We had mackerel tartare for the starters whereas for mains, we tried pork belly. The starter was quite bad whereas mains were quite delicious. We had strawberry posset for desserts which was an absolute delight. Overall, we had a nice meal but I must say it was also quite an expensive one. The dÃ©cor was also quite modern and we would definitely come back.

Aug 12, 2014

Anisha Anthony

Me and my partner visited the restaurant on a weekend to try the extensive menu of the restaurant. We had to wait only for a brief moment before we were seated. We found everything on the menu to our liking from the starters to the main course. The desserts were fresh and light, just how it should be. Overall, a good deal for money.

Sep 13, 2014

Seth Butcher

The location of this restaurant is absolutely brilliant with some stunning views. The staff is amiable as well quite knowledgeable and explains all the dishes and the ingredients that each of the dishes contain. We had made a reservation and quickly found a table when we reached there. We had a set menu and the food was delicious as well as reasonably priced. We had scallops and risotto both of which were amazing. I strong recommend you all to visit this place.

Aug 21, 2014

Mohammed Akhtar

Had a good time at this restaurant with my partner. The place had some positive reviews and it lived up to its name. the three course meal was great and had some interesting food options. The starts were amazing, the main course was good too, but the portions small. Desserts were great especially the black pepper ice cream. The service was wonderful too.

Sep 04, 2014

Omkar Datta

I had a very pleasurable experience here. I decided to host a private dinner for 30 and I must add, the service was impeccable all through. The manager and his team made sure they did everything in their capacity to ensure we were content and our event flowed through smoothly. The food was delicious and to make it more enjoyable was the panoramic view from the balcony.

Aug 21, 2014

Maya Mitchell

I found the service here to be rather good and friendly. The staff was attentive without being too pushy. The starter I ordered was delicious and the carrot pieces and leeks added to the flavors of the dish. Along with this I requested for some house champagne. The main I ordered was outstanding and the fillet had a great texture and taste. The dessert did not let me down either. All this could have come cheaper probably on the street however, the panoramic views made it worth it.

Sep 11, 2014

Tilly Palmer

This place has one of the best locations in the city. As a party of six, we were given a table right by the window, and we enjoyed a stunning view of the city with our meal. We had already had a few drinks in the bar, and we proceeded to the lunch after being seated, and it was delicious. The service was amiable, quick and attentive, and the food was all very nice. When we were finished with the meal, they gave us a tour of the kitchen that had an even better view as compared to our table. We would love to go back soon.

Aug 28, 2014

Saju Dhar

This place is a must visit for all.
I went there few days back and I was so obliged by the service that these guys have been providing. The food was absolutely delicious , the menu is very well framed , you can see that there are some expensive choice but those are worth it , because they are very tasty.
I would be going here again.
Thank you so much guys for an amazing experience.
Keep on the good work.

Sep 03, 2014

Lewis Rowe

I had made a reservation and must say I had a brilliant experience after visiting this restaurant. I went there to celebrate a special occasion and the gestures shown by the staff were heart-touching. The service was impeccable and the staff was friendly. I strongly recommend you all to visit this place when you are around.

Sep 03, 2014

Mia Johnson

It was a lovely experience of dining here with family. Food was really high on flavors and texture. Price was at par with the quality and portions of the dishes. Definitely worth every morsel! The wine list was really expensive. Although i still felt it to be a great experience.

Aug 21, 2014

Annabelle Richards

This time when I visited this place, both my partner and I had very high expectations of it owing to our last wonderful experience. We had a spectacular time like always. Being guided by the courteous staff, we sat on our spacious table and enjoyed the breathtaking view of the Buckingham Palace.

As for the food, this place always serves us with satisfactory rabbit which is served with the mushroom veloute which is over the top sumptuous.

This place is a must visit. If you want to have a wicked, lip smacking meal for just 15 pounds per drink, then this is the place to be!

Aug 25, 2014

Teddy Long

This restaurant though pricey, is not worth every penny you may spend here. It has a beautiful view, with a classic French touch to it. The staff is attentive and does not rush through the order and while serving you. The food quality is brilliant and thanks to the head chef, I got an insight into the kitchen area.

Aug 15, 2014

Vicky Dutta

We had a lovely experience at the restaurant.
the food was fantastic.
the service was prompt and the staff was attentive and friendly.
We really enjoyed our meal.
The prices may be on the high side but can be reserved for special occasions.
The decor is beautiful.
The interiors are smartly done and creatively executed.
Would love to visit again.

Aug 01, 2014

Ava Lamb

London is known for the breathtaking views it offers at almost all tourist spots. It probably provides the best in the whole world. On the top floor of a famous hotel, this Michelin starred restaurant provides an exceptional view outside its windows. The chef and the restaurant, who are both pretty well known, make sure that you have an enjoyable evening by spoiling you with good service and finger licking food! Definitely worth a visit.

Aug 16, 2014

Holly Moore

Went here for our anniversary dinner and we both felt we should have come long back to this place. Highly highly recommended!! Food was appealing and appetizing and service was just top-notch. We opted for the degustation menu, a great option if you have the time.

Sep 09, 2014

Maria Campbell

+3.5

This place is on 28th floor so you can make out how good it will look if you look out of the window.
The food is also pretty much satisfying and the service that they provide you is also very good.
The waiters are friendly and attentive , they will help you out with the menu if asked.

This place will also gives you great value of your money , regarding the view from the 28th floor.

Sep 08, 2014

Prachi Babu

+4.5

If you are looking for a high quality, high service, breathtaking location and a truly and worth a Michelin Star experience, this is the place for you! It is alluring , inviting a place and a dining experience which only completes the whole this place as a perfect place to be ! A must visit!

Sep 11, 2014

Theo Simmons

+4.5

To begin with , this place opens up to a beautiful and breathtaking view of the city. The atmosphere is very inviting and splendid, interesting view of the park right in front of you. There are seven restaurants owned by this group and i cannot stop raving about how this place is! All i regret is exploring it this late!

Aug 20, 2014

Katie Wilkins

+3.5

This place is well recognized and renowned for their signature cocktails.To give honest remark, it did not do much for me though! Coming to my orders, red fruity cocktail named woman in love was thick and and the fruits flavors were delighting! Blackberry and Raspberry Puree is a mix with Pimmâ€™s and archers liquor. Be aware of the ingredients, they have lot to offer!

Sep 10, 2014

Amy Dobson

You must go to this place because if the awesome view it provides you with . It is a perfect place to go on a date .
The service is okay enough and the food is also tasty so there is not much flaw in the place .
I would recommend this place if you want to impress someone.

Aug 27, 2014

Maya Goddard

+3.5

This place has a great and extensive menu. Some great tasting food is available here. The service here is excellent making every meal so enjoyable. The staff is very attentive and helpful. The restaurant also has a very great view of London enhancing the greatness of the food, service and atmosphere.

Aug 19, 2014

Amelia Sanders

+3.5

I visited this restaurant and found it a good bet. The food was amazing with some really stunning views. I had one of their chocolate desserts and and I must say that it was one of the delicious desserts that I have ever tasted at any other restaurant. I would recommend you all to visit this restaurant and it is definitely worth it when you consider their 33 for 3 courses deal which was rather on a different menu.

Sep 15, 2014

Arthur Newman

I had a wonderful time dining at this place, which is situated on the twenty-eighth floor. The place offers a mesmerizing view of town, which simply adds to the overall dining experience. The food here is also great and delicious. I would definitely recommend this place and will surely return.

Aug 19, 2014

SilverSpoon London

+4.5

The interior of Galvin is classic, white table clothes and green leather chairs are the order of the day, because what really shines here is the incredible view. From here there are 360 degree views of pretty much everything that you could hope to see in London. Skyscrapers in Canary Wharf, The London Eye, the vast expanse of Hyde Park and London's royal residence, Buckingham Palace.

The Shard may have stolen it's thunder a little but I can't recommend Galvin at Windows enough for special occasion dining. And if you just want a quick view from the top, the bar is also fabulous!

Warm bread and butter is my first birthday treat. A simple selection but beautifully done.

My starter is marinated Loch Fyne salmon, dorset crab, orange, beetroot and horseradish cream. The plate is not only beautiful but tastes incredible. A warning though, if you're not a fan of horseradish, the taste is quite powerful in this dish. Fortunately, I am a fan!

Susan SilverSpoon's plate is also pretty as a picture and her mackeral is perfectly paired with avocado and pecans.

It's hardly surprising that the incredible French food here is so good. Galvin at Windows has a Michelin star which it has maintained since 2009. The service is also perfection as the restaurant is overseen by General Manager Fred Sirieix, a celebrity in the world of restaurant service. Also known as the 'Service Jedi' he has over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. It's clear why Galvin at Windows has over 30 awards and is one of the best restaurants in London.

Nov 17, 2014

Karan Gupta

I visited the bar in the restaurant on a Saturday night, and despite being extremely busy, we managed to find a table.

The decor is distinctly average, but the great views of London perfectly make up for this. I visited the bar with a group of friends, however it has a very romantic feel to it, so it wasn't very appropriate. However, the staff were incredibly attentive and ensured our glasses were constantly full! A great bar, and a definite must try.

Nov 04, 2014

Marcometti

+4.5

Fine Dining, warm hospitality and fair pricing

My girlfriend and me couldn't have been happier with both the reasonably priced and great quality wines on offer. We chose a southern French red with some age that had been recommended by the helpful sommelier

It proved hard to decide what to order--but the food was entirely satisfying and the atmosphere relaxing & pleasurable.

The menu offers many options but I suggest to go for the “Menu degustation” that will leave you 100% satisfied.

The view and the atmosphere that you can enjoy in this place are without any doubt unique. It will be an experience that you will remember for sure.

It’s an expensive place but the price is justified by the location and, as I stated before, the view.

That said, in all. It is warmly recommended.

Oct 26, 2014

Georgi MH

+4.5

Stunning views to London, which makes the experince in the this amazing French Restaurant more than sophisticated.
Located in the most popular and posh area-Mayfair in Hotel Hilton the Restaurant gaves you the real experience to see the London and its beauty.
The venue offers you french cuisine with tasty and magnificent dishes like no other!
I would say to order the Menu Prestige which is a three set course meal( From Salad of asparagus, slow cooked duck egg, reblochon cream & ice wine vinegar and Fillet of Cumbrian beef, ox cheek, foie gras & pomme purée ad a main course to Caramelia chocolate crémeux, raspberries & basil sorbet for dessert )
Great Place to spend with beloved person or to celebrate a special occasion!

Oct 22, 2014

TheFoodaholic

+4.5

If there is one thing that comes at a premium in London these days, it's a view. And not to blow our own trumpet - but London does have one of the best in the world. Situated on Park Lane, on the top floor of the Hilton Hotel is the Michelin starred Galvin at Windows. Surprisingly for its location, Michelin star and well known chef, Galvin isn't that particularly well known. Most of my friends, or people i meet haven't even heard of it (maybe i need new friends). Either way those who don't - are missing out.

Apparently the interior inside Galvin at Windows was designed to evoke the 1930's, and maybe it does just a little but it's already in need of a little refresh. Still, it was a lovely large dining room with a view to melt a heart. The restaurant opened in May 2006 and gained its first Michelin star in 2010, which it has kept hold of ever since. Chef patron Chris Galvin and his head chef, Joo Won have created a tantalising menu here. Rich, decadent, mouth watering food which would easily get an award for 'most likely to give you a heart attack' - the good kind of course (if such a thing exists). The bread was good too. The Galvin Bar is also on hand if you can't eat your weight in foie gras, to sip on a delicious creative cocktail while soaking up those stunning views.

We dined here on a Sunday and took full advantage of it. Starting with a balloutine of rabbit, foie gras, ham hock and pistachio. Served with a cauliflower puree, pickled carrots and Serrano ham. The ballotine was stunning. Parts of it melted in the mouth from the foie gras, and everything else was so well compressed that all of the intense flavors were packed into each bite - it left us all salivating. Cauliflower puree was pure heaven - but the carrots and ham didn't do much for me, or the dish in my opinion.

Remember when i mentioned about that heart attack, well this is probably what i was really referring too. A huge piece of foie gras, with a dense and meaty Cumberland sausage, and just to make sure it's that little bit more unhealthy - a hash brown. Plus a little tomato chili jam and gravy. The photo doesn't really show its true size but this dish as a starter was gargantuan. The foie was outstanding, melting to the touch and the Cumberland sausage was a lovely well made example The jam gave some much needed freshness to the dish and with its racing acidity left me drooling over the plate by the last mouthful.

Fish course was another mammoth dish. Pan fried sea bream, a hefty fillet and very well cooked. Seared scallops were a lovely addition but a little overcooked, which i think came more from the warmth of the plate than anything. Some well made gnocchi, olive tapenade and tomato emulsion were all lovely accompaniments to a dish which was good, but felt more like quantity was taking over a little, compared to quality or precision in the cooking itself.

Our main meaty course was a another gigantic portion. This time in the form of rolled roast pork, braised cabbage, carrot, apple compote, crackling and roasting jus. The pork was stunning, easy to cut through and much more tender than i expected for a piece of meat of this cut. It was infused with a few herbs and lovely rich jus to accompany it - there really wasn't much to not like. Perhaps the cabbage and carrot could have been more apparent just to take away some of the heaviness of the dish but otherwise a lovely plate of food. It's only criticism would be refinement, for a Michelin starred restaurant it's very heavy handed slab of food.

By this point there were no words to describe how full we was. I could barely move. Or stand from the copious amounts of wine I'd consumed. Still we tried our best to put the cheese course away. The Comte and Epoisse were the standout cheeses for us - both were gorgeous examples. The grapes on the other hand were hideous. No flavour, pips and very tannic. Toasted walnuts were lovely, but what this dish was missing was some jams or syrups. It was all a little dry for my linking.

If there were a dish where Galvin at Windows really showed off its Michelin starred creativity, then it would be with their desserts. Caramelia cremeux, chocolate sponge and textures of apricot looked the part. The cremeux was beautifully smooth and textured with a delicious rich chocolate sponge base. Apricot was served as a compote, puree and sorbet all of which were bursting with so much flavour. The whole matching style with substance was perfectly balanced here, leaving just as much coming through on the palate as could have been expected just by looking at it. This was all about flavour, and it had bags of it.

When you dine at Galvin at Windows the one thing that never stops coming to the table, is food. Just when we thought everything was over a large glass pot of marshmallows arrived completely filled to the top (we'd eaten quite a few before this photo). Rose and violet flavour, light and fluffy - they were all excellent and a little playful which made for a nice change compared to the usual petit four offerings. Although i can't imagine anyone could ever manage to get through them all. We gave it our best shot but the above was the finished result - pathetic i know.

Galvin at Windows was a lovely surprise and a restaurant so close to home, it's a shame i hadn't discovered it earlier. Whether the food here is of Michelin star quality, I'm not entirely sure but even if it weren't to have its one star i don't think it would make any difference to its popularity, because when we dined it was absolutely packed. Service was outstanding, and some of the finest I've had in London. While our meal may not have been particularly refined, we did dine on a Sunday which I'm informed is very much about feasting, with their usual menus being much more precision driven with its plating. Even on a Sunday, messy plates and all this is still French haute cuisine at its finest. I'll definitely be back.

Sep 08, 2014

Lancs

+4.5

After cleverly consulting my Zomato wishlist, and a lot of not-so-subtle hints, J booked Galvin at Windows for our anniversary dinner as a surprise. It had been ages since I'd had a good tasting menu, and I'd heard excellent things including from a friend who had proposed to his girlfriend there.

I was absolutely blown away by this place. After having a couple of disappointing one michelin star experiences recently, to be honest I wasn't expecting it to be as good as it was, but it delivered and then some. It's a formal setting, but not as stuffy as some of the other fine dining places (Petrus, Murano etc) and little touches such as the postcards you're given to write for them to post anywhere in the world edge it into a truly special experience.

We opted for the seven course tasting menu (priced at £100 without the wine pairing) but we both weren't keen on the look of the pork dish, so our waiter kindly agreed to swap it for lamb. A bottle of pouilly fume (£53 a bottle, but it was a special occasion) was the perfect accompaniment.

We tried to resist the homemade bread and salted butter as we knew the volume of food that was to come, but we caved and thankfully so - delicious. Our amuse bouche was a chilled gazpacho, mini cheese roll and chicken liver pate crostini. The gazpacho was beautifully fiery with a decent kick of balsamic and tabasco, and the pate was amongst the lightest and tastiest I've ever had. Next up was scallop ceviche with lime and soy marinade. Incredibly delicate, the scallop melted in the mouth and delivered an intense lime zest kick. I couldn't really detect the soy, but as it was perfectly balanced it didn't seem to matter.

Tomato and mozzarella is one of my favourite classic combinations, so the next course with different coloured tomatoes, creamy mozzarella (burrata-esque in texture), watermelon and black olive caramel was a fantastic twist on the classic. The fish course, of trout with lemongrass veloute was a triumph. The veloute enticed you in to inhale in an aromatic lungful of lemongrass, clouded over beautifully flaky, tender trout.

Next up was the substituted lamb, which I think was my favourite course. Masterfully cooked fillet of lamb - soft, pink and tender, with a rich and crispy sweetbread bonbon, soft unctuous boulangere potatoes and a sauce so velvety and shiny you were tempted to lick the plate clean. Just superb. The puddings didn't disappoint either - a pre-dessert of caramelised pineapple, vanilla cheesecake and fennel granita was incredibly moreish and cleansed the palate nicely. The granita was a little watery, with no distinct fennel flavour, but the depth of the vanilla and sweet, almost toffee flavoured pineapple made up for it. The dessert proper, if you like, was a chocolate and apricot number - dense gooey dark chocolate with apricot choux bun, jelly and sorbet. It was my first experience of chocolate and apricot together, and an absolute revelation.

With surprisingly decent portions for a tasting menu, we were happily full but when offered cheese (£12 supplement) we couldn't resist sharing a plate along with a glass of chilled port each. At this point, the lovely waiters offered to move us to one of the best tables by the windows, as it was late by this point, so we got to enjoy the magical view which really added to the experience. We asked to substitute the goat cheese, so enjoyed cows milk cheese, comte and roquefort with arrived with bread and some excellent homemade seeded crackers. Roquefort was a little too strong for our tastes, and we felt the course would be improved with a chutney of some description.

As we asked for our bill, we were brought some homemade marshmallows, in rose and violet flavours - very perfumey (J thought they smelt like his grandma!) but gorgeously soft and chewy and an inventive change to a classic petit fours.

Our bill came to £320, which is obviously a huge amount of money, but after having been there for nearly 3 hours and enjoying some of the best food I've had in London, plus an incredible view, we felt it was good value.

Aug 30, 2014

J F

Went for the 3-course lunch menu and it was fantastic. Great views, wonderful staff, delicious food. As a very sweet idea they even give you postcards which you can write and they'll send to anywhere in the world for you. Highly recommended.

Aug 30, 2014

Chichangout

+4.5

I have an impression that Galvin at Windows Bar has been forgotten by many Londoners… Looking at its clientele, the majority seem to be visiting in London – don’t get me wrong, it’s not a typical sightseeing tourist’s crowd. It’s either regular visitors who make a trip to London every couple of months to shop / eat /do business , or people who are in London for special occasions. Galvin at Windows Bar is on the 28th floor of Hilton Park Lane hotel. It does have one of the best panoramic views in west London.

Full review at: http://chichangout.org/2014/06/03/galvin-at-windows-bar/

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Jul 15, 2014

Sarah El

+3.5

A lovely 3 course set menu for £30 with a Bellini. The view is simply spectacular so worth booking in advance for a window seat. Also they had the lovely courtesy of offering post cards to write on for them to send free of charge. Do not miss their home made rhubarb marshmallows they bring at the end, just to die for!

May 27, 2014

Chris

+4.5

This place is great, I really enjoyed our visit. The service in my view was outstanding, we visited for a special birthday and enjoyed a personal and attentive experience.

Tasting menu was suitably impressive and food was to a high standard. As expected the views and location were great. Will be returning.

Jan 06, 2014

Dev

+3.5

View was fantastic. Service was very good as you would expect. Food was lovely but doesn't justify the price - I've had better in restaurants less than half the price.

Jan 02, 2014

No Expert

+3.5

Went to Galvin at Windows for lunch a while back. We had the set menu, which is currently on offer for £45 (it was slightly cheaper on our visit), for that you get 3 courses including coffee, water and half a bottle of wine per person.

We started with a rather lovely mackerel tartar, amusingly presented in a tin, and followed this with Partridge and sweet corn pasta. So far so good. Alas the standards dropped dramatically at dessert - My companion had the Clafoutis which was soggy, she sent it back. My dessert was also not very good, however on the plus side they quickly replaced the soggy dessert with a cheese course and provided two plates so we could share it. This finished of the meal nicely.

However even with the disappointing desserts, I would still class this place as somewhere a bit special, that does not break the bank (if you stick with the set menu). The views not bad either.

Jun 01, 2013

Mostafa Rajaai

+3.5

I had one of the best Chateaubriand steaks that I have ever had at this place. But as we all know, the food is not all that matters when it comes to restaurants. The view is magnificent and there is no doubt about it but the interior is quite off putting and does not live up to the restaurant's reputation.

The service was great as you would expect from a restaurant associated with Hilton but I have to say overall I felt the whole thing was overpriced.

I would only recommend this restaurant if you have loads of money and just want to try all of London's fancy restaurant, however I would suggest you have this restaurant quite further down your list of fancy restaurants to avoid possible disappointment!

Apr 15, 2013

George

Great service,friendly staff beautiful view, food is different.Chicken was a bit dry(if you want succulent,go for Chicken milanese at Clifford's). Duck liver parfait is an absolutely heavenly starter, which makes this restaurant unforgettable. I have never had anything comparable. Smooth, rich, addictive, excitingly tasty.5 stars.

G D

Michelin-starred restaurant in London with stunning views of the city. I recently visited Galvin at Windows for my anniversary dinner, and I had a wonderful experience. The service was impeccable, and the staff were very attentive. The atmosphere at the restaurant was very romantic, and the live music added to the pleasant ambience. I started with an asparagus dish, and for my main course, I had the beef fillet. The accompanying vegetables were also delicious. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a special occasion meal.

Hridi Chowdhury

Went for a birthday. Had a great experience. It would be better if dress code was enforced, the music was less techno beats and a table wasn’t kept free for the gram. Food and presentation are excellent. Service lacks a certain high-end finish but perfectly acceptable. I’d go again and book a table at 9pm.

Martin K Head

Excellent restaurant on the 28th floor of the Hilton on Park Lane. High quality food and service with incredible views over Hyde Park or towards Buckingham Palace. However, VERY expensive! £72 for four glasses of wine! My wife and I were there to celebrate our wedding anniversary and they provided us with a free dessert with an anniversary message on it. Very thoughtful. Good to book in advance though.

R GH

Nice place, good atmosphere and amazing views ofcourse, staff/ service could be better . We ordered sample tasting menu ( 7 courses ) which was really good and highly recommended, so well done to the chef, with a bit of more tlc probably will be worth of a Mechelin star. Will I go again: yes Food : 9/10 ( 7 course tasting menu) Service : 6/10 Value for money : 8/10 ( location ) Price : £600 for two people with drinks

Mia Marika

Went for my birthday in May. Phenomenal view over London. Service was excellent, the staff has a great eye for detail and gave me and my partner a very pleasant and high class experience. We ordered the tasting menu and loved the coddled egg with asparagus, the main course with lamb and carrots was outstanding. After we had finished the menu they brought me an extra dessert with a hand written card which was super sweet. I am normally not a too big fan of live music because it tends to be distracting or too loud but here I really enjoyed it. It was just the right volume and very nice choice of songs. I recommend you to make a reservation for 6pm so you can watch the sunset while enjoying your dinner.

Simon samuel

I had a lovely evening at Galvin at windows. I chose the 5 course tasting menu. Every course was a delight. And the service was excellent. Thomas and Michaela were very polite and professional and looked after me during my meal. The manager Andrea was very friendly and helpful. No complaints at all.

LUXIS CLOSET

Very nice experience. The service was more than 5 stars and the views ✨️ 😍 ... simply amazing! I loved the food too, especially the dessert, simply melt in your mouth 😋

Jason Shank

Absolutely excellent!! We took our three year old, because we are from out of town and didn’t have a sitter, for my wife’s birthday. We had a slightly earlier reservation (18:15) because of this and it was an amazing experience for all three of us. First off they brought our daughter a small bag of toys to enjoy… which she did! Usually about midway through our meal we have to get her iPad out to keep her seated. Not on this night. The iPad never came out. The staff knew she was their most important guest and I didn’t realize it at the time but they were 100% correct. It allowed my wife to enjoy her experience to the fullest without worrying about a toddler meltdown or outburst. The food and wine didn’t disappoint either. The sommelier immediately noticed me browsing the wine list and came over to offer his suggestion, and specials for the night, based on our entrée selections. My wife had the sea bass, I had the lamb and our daughter had the children’s chicken. All of it was incredible. My wife and I both had the Jerusalem artichoke soup to start and then the chocolate & dulche de leche, caramelized & lime ice cream to finish. All of it was cooked and prepared to perfection. Overall it was an incredible experience!

Excellent, a great spot and choice for any type of occasion. The restaurant has a fantastic service. We went to the bar as well, great atmosphere and views of London, but the cocktails were not enjoyable. I was recommended one with gin and didn't like it at all.

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