They recently received its first Michelin star, and it is well-deserved. The tasting menu is a true culinary experience, with each dish carefully crafted and presented. The first three courses are all fish, yet they are each cooked in a different style with a unique flavor profile.
The main course of grilled beef sirloin is also cooked to perfection. The accompanying sauce is rich and flavorful, and the roasted archicoke is perfectly cooked.
The favours in general are special, a mix of different ingredients that you don't usually see in other restaurants. The staff are very attentive and friendly! Highly recommended and great value for its service and quality!
What a wonderful restaurant. Such a relaxed and warm atmosphere. Our waiter Aleks was fantastic, a genuinely nice guy who made us feel really welcome.
The food was divine, the cod was possibly the best cod cookery I've experienced and the chocolate parfait was heavenly.
I relied entirely on the sommelier Alex for recommendations and he did not disappoint with some really interesting wines, his passion was contagious!
We had a really special evening and can't wait to go back!
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**Review:**
**Sophistication Meets Simplicity**
Stepping into the restaurant, one is immediately struck by its understated elegance. A perfect setting for celebrating our son's 30th birthday, the venue delivered on our expectation of Michelin-quality fare without the hefty price tag.
Service was remarkable. Despite being the sole server tending to the bar and tables, the young lady exhibited professionalism, maintaining a calm and pleasant demeanour. It's a rarity these days to encounter such a commendable work ethic.
The menu variety is worth noting. Between the à la carte, set, and lamb special, our group sampled a bit of everything. My set menu choice of beetroot with walnut pesto was generous and an absolute delight. The pollock, albeit on the smaller side, was well-paired with broccoli, making for a satisfactory meal.
Though I missed out on the chocolate dessert due to time constraints, judging by the overall quality of the dishes, I'm confident it would've been a treat.
The ambience, while mostly positive, had its quirks. The impeccable lighting, especially in a windowless back room, is a photographer's dream. However, the absence of background music rendered an almost reverential silence. While our group isn't boisterous, we relish hearty conversations and spontaneous laughter. This made me wonder if our exuberance was a tad out of place, given the seemingly older and affluent clientele.
A minor hiccup occurred when the air conditioning was turned off upon a patron's request. The resultant stuffiness made the exit to fresh air all the more refreshing.
Lastly, for wine lovers, the 2019 bottle of red wine was a hit with our group. As my husband, a wine connoisseur, pointed out, it was an affordable yet excellent vintage.
In summary, this establishment offers a harmonious blend of class and comfort. While it may cater more to a mature clientele, anyone searching for exquisite food, commendable service, and a serene atmosphere will find it a worthy visit.
Great local - made to feel right at home. Excellent service and the food was well crafted and presented. From the bread and butter to dessert the meal ticked all the boxes
We came here for Saturday lunch and the set menu is great value (3 courses for £39.50). We were looked after especially by chef Chloe who was fantastic (and very talented!)
Although it was a set menu, my friend and I chose one of each and shared to try everything. Each dish was delicious and the flavours were all executed well but my favourites were the raviolo with chicken, morrels and bacon, the cornish pollock, beef flat iron and the financiers for dessert. I highly recommend checking out this excellent Michelin restaurant.
We visited Kitchen W8 for a special occasion and had high expectations for a 1 star Michelin restaurant. The food was very nice, especially the duck terrine and duck breast, which were cooked to perfection and had great flavours. The presentation was also beautiful and the portion sizes were perfect for us. The service was ok, but not above and beyond. The staff were polite and attentive enough. The atmosphere was clean and elegant, but again not exceptional.
The menu with wine pairing was £340 for two persons, which I think is fair. What was annoying is that they added a 15% service charge that was being put on, which was £51 and it was an awkward moment to ask the staff to take it off. I think that gratuities should be optional and not automatically included in the bill.
Overall, I would give it four stars considering the quality of the food and the ambience, but I would not go back. It was a good experience, but not a memorable one.
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Having been so impressed by Elystan Street, I decided to go to another restaurant owned by Phil Howard.
I liked the interior, especially the drawings of the birds on the branches. It added a really calm and relaxing atmosphere.
My starter was lamb cannelloni, which was very nice. Tender and flavoursome meat was wrapped in well-cooked pasta. The sauce that was served with it was meaty and had the right consistency. The fried crumb gave a good crunch to the dish. However, I thought that the portion was far too small, even for a starter. I thought this was a shame as the actual dish was very delicious.
For my main, I had Iberico pork. The appearance of the meat strongly resembled that of beef or venison and certainly wasn't the typical pinky-white colour you normally get with pork - this interested me a lot. Nevertheless, the meat was incredibly soft and was a real delight to eat. The grains added some chew and absorbed the flavours of the sauces well. But once again, I would have preferred a larger portion. I wasn't too keen on the flavour of the sauce which accompanied the meat.
The dessert was definitely the highlight of the meal. I chose the chocolate pavé with tropical fruit ice cream (I believe it was mango and passion fruit). The pavé was very smooth and the sweetness was just right for me. It was quite light but also had a good level of decadence. The two components of the dish went together very well.
Overall, regrettably, I didn't enjoy my meal here as much as I did at Elystan Street. The food didn't leave me feeling as impressed or satisfied. But there certainly are some dishes that are worth trying so if you're looking for a good meal at a relatively reasonable price, you could consider coming here.
Relaxed Michelin 1 star restaurant with good value 3 course menu. Food was tasty but I thought it could perhaps be more creative / special considering the Michelin star. Unfortunately the meal didn't leave any lasting impression.
Absolutely delightful. The food, service, and ambience were impeccable. Grateful to the staff for making my family feel at home, especially given this was my boys' first fine dining experience. We truly enjoyed every bite, sip, and minute.
Delicious food especially the week’s lamb specials! Service was exceptional. Will be back.
Food was good. Did the 3 course experience for a late lunch. Nice restaurant overall.
Do be aware - they charge a “charity” fee that they donate. I absolutely hate this as they charge customers and then get the tax benefits. Not cool.
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Absolutely exceptional meal at Kitchen W8. The restaurant has recently expanded its lunch menu to Monday evenings and it is quite absurd that such exceptionally crafted food is available at this price point. The three course menu is short and the portions aren't especially large, but you're getting artistry delivered in small bundles.
The Jersey Royal and Wild Garlic Soup was an delightful smack of aromatic wild garlic, which paired perfectly with the pungent, cheek puckering umami of the bacon and cheddar scone. If anything, the flavours were a tiny bit too concentrated; you could easily dial it down a notch and still be exceptional. The broccoli salad, on the other hand, was competently delivered but did not deliver anything like the same brilliance.
Both main dishes were wonderful in their own way, but the common thread between them was how perfectly they combined textures. Both the risotto and the creamed potatoes approached their respective platonic ideal, and you'd be hard pressed to find a more perfectly cooked piece of fowl anywhere. And I've tried. The fish was equally perfectly cooked, and the meaty headline acts in both meals contrasted beautifully with the silky accompaniments.
They delivered on the flavour front too: the poussin was swimming in what I can only imagine was a fairly conventional reduction of chicken stock and some kind of fortified wine (Madeira perhaps?), while the risotto a well balanced combination of vegetables and seafood (though I could be off having had only a small bite to taste). You might think conventional is damning with faint praise; not so! There's nowhere to hide when choosing to do something tried and tested perfectly, and they more than achieved that here.
A final word for the cocktails and dessert. We had a rhubarb daiquiri that was perhaps a hint too sharp and in need of just a splash of syrup or a sweeter cordial (I cannot recall the ingredients), and the dessert was perfectly pleasant but not exceptional.
There was the usual charitable donation of £1 included in the bill (albeit for a limited time period), but unlike many other restaurants, this was highlighted right at the start of the meal though a card on the table and it was made clear that we could opt out if we wished. I'd much rather be asked if I wanted to donate, as I like to decide what charities I want to support, but making it prominent right from the start and indicating it is optional is a reasonable compromise.
Overall we had a great meal. The fish on the set menu had a delicious hazelnut topping. Unfortunately we all felt the linguine was lacking seasoning. Also, the fool was quite heavy and made with cream instead of custard.
The service could be improved as it took a while to have our main plates cleared.
Recommended for a weekday evening meal.
We found a fascinating article listing 10 restaurants in London with Michelin stars but which won't break the bank. The cheapest option one restaurant offered was £18 (July 2022).
We decided on Kitchen W8 and was exceptionally happy with our choice. Sunday night sees no corkage so we took our own wine. We were welcomed and felt very easy in the smart casual atmosphere. Service was impeccable, the food a taste sensation and the overall experience truly delightful. Highly recommended.
A fantastic meal with fantastic service! We came for dinner on a Sunday and had 3 courses from the A la Carte menu. Had a drink with each course and it was all delightful. Food was fresh and seasonal, I will be letting friends and family know about this restaurant and singing their praises!
We went for a romantic lunch and had the set menu, we had an amazing time. The service was incredible, they were so kind and warm towards us. We will definitely be coming back!
With with my family and a friend to celebrate my MBA graduation at their private room.
We had the full tasting menu (1 guest with the vegetarian option) and several selections of wines.
We all loved the food: fresh ingredients, delicious dishes (particularly the cornish cod) and beautiful platting
Service was great, especially given that we were on the private room. I love how 1 star michelin restaurants in London are extremely superior service wise vs NY.
Excellent experience, would recommend!
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