Embassy reviews
Embassy is one of the worst clubs I've ever been to, and I've been to a lot of clubs in London, Mayfair and around the world. The staff were very rude. My friends and I were plainly told that they don't let 'our' type of people in and 'our' kind of crowd. Because we were all coloured. We were even on the guestlist! Whilst we were walking out we bumped into another group of girls who had been given the same treatment. We spoke to the manager but he seemed disinterested, as if it wasn't a big deal. Waste of time and money for a place that they believe to have class but is in fact totally without class.
by Angelou, 17 Apr 2011
by Angelou, 17 Apr 2011
I'm a regular at Embassy. It's a great place to be. I go every Friday for a night out. We usually sit down, have a fab meal, then on to a table for drinks. I get treated fantastically every time I go. I'm not a wannabe or a loser, I don't ponce or sit with older guys to get drinks. The crowd I'm with are fab and we spend the whole night drinking, laughing, and dancing on the sofas. You don't get hassle from guys, I feel I can wear what I like and not get judged by people or get evil looks from girls, everyone in there is out to have a good time... If you haven't been, go; if you've been and you don't like it or have something bad to say about it, you're missing out on an amazing evening and you are clearly from another life or planet!
by Sylvia888, 20 Jul 2010
by Sylvia888, 20 Jul 2010
IF YOU WANT A GOOD NIGHT OUT AND SOME VIP SERVICE - OR ANY SERVICE - DON'T GO...
I decided to hold my birthday here and I did read these reviews before deciding on the venue. However, I didn't think the reviews were that bad - being strict on the door, for me, is important/good. I like going out to exclusive new VIP places and don't mind about them not letting underdressed girls in. It's part of the atmosphere and image they portray and it's nothing new - that's what makes them exclusive. All top London clubs are the same; unfortunately, it is all about image and if you haven't got the looks or money to blow, they don't care about you - literally. I was spending money but since I didn't go there before and rub money in their face they weren't interested. I had been there on a couple of previous occasions, I just didn't happen to be the one paying. However, this time I was a paying customer - I had 14 people to dinner and then a table in the club to follow after with more guests.
The staff were very friendly and helpful and I was promised a VIP table and that everything would run smoothly. Indeed, everything was perfect... until the party started. Firstly, when I arrived nobody knew who I was - not friendly at all, and the girls on reception were unhelpful and clueless. I had high profile people arriving and asked that they could be directed to my table, as I was finishing off in the resto. It was the biggest joke ever. I was trying to find my guests who were lost downstairs in the club as my birthday cake was being brought out at the dinner. I was then told I couldn't give cake and champagne to new guests arriving at the dinner table, as people weren't finding my table downstairs and I found some guests buying bottles at the bar! Some others had already left, as there was no table to be seen. Not even one waiter could help me, they were all busy. I had to return to the restaurant upstairs to buy bottles and I carried them and the mixers myself. The receptionists/hostesses weren't directing people to tables, the manager was nowhere to be seen...
Incidentally, I later found out that they charged some - but not all - of my guests entrance fees as they arrived, when I had already organised before the night with Embassy that my guests wouldn't have to do this.
So, I finally got a bit of lovely cake and was about to take all my guests down to the table which was supposed to have bottles waiting on, only to find out the restaurant had overcharged on the dinner bill - they had added for people who weren't even eating and some made-up cocktails as well. Sorting the bill out took about one and a half hours. At the same time, my table had a bunch of people at it that I'd never seen before, no bottles, no one who wanted to help or offer any condolence.
Embassy isn't my kind of place. The customer service is appalling. I was with at least 5 models, lots of big London spenders and London's biggest football agent (family) - not that it matters, it's just a big shame that my 21st birthday was ruined by the venue. If the Queen had been there that evening, I could understand; but they had nothing on different to normal. I wouldn't ever spend another pound there again. There was one restaurant manager that helped me at around 1.30am, as I was fuming and still hadn't had a drink. Worse than a nightmare. Luckily though, all my friends did have a nice time and didn't realise how much was going wrong.
by amazing_grace444, 02 Jul 2010
I decided to hold my birthday here and I did read these reviews before deciding on the venue. However, I didn't think the reviews were that bad - being strict on the door, for me, is important/good. I like going out to exclusive new VIP places and don't mind about them not letting underdressed girls in. It's part of the atmosphere and image they portray and it's nothing new - that's what makes them exclusive. All top London clubs are the same; unfortunately, it is all about image and if you haven't got the looks or money to blow, they don't care about you - literally. I was spending money but since I didn't go there before and rub money in their face they weren't interested. I had been there on a couple of previous occasions, I just didn't happen to be the one paying. However, this time I was a paying customer - I had 14 people to dinner and then a table in the club to follow after with more guests.
The staff were very friendly and helpful and I was promised a VIP table and that everything would run smoothly. Indeed, everything was perfect... until the party started. Firstly, when I arrived nobody knew who I was - not friendly at all, and the girls on reception were unhelpful and clueless. I had high profile people arriving and asked that they could be directed to my table, as I was finishing off in the resto. It was the biggest joke ever. I was trying to find my guests who were lost downstairs in the club as my birthday cake was being brought out at the dinner. I was then told I couldn't give cake and champagne to new guests arriving at the dinner table, as people weren't finding my table downstairs and I found some guests buying bottles at the bar! Some others had already left, as there was no table to be seen. Not even one waiter could help me, they were all busy. I had to return to the restaurant upstairs to buy bottles and I carried them and the mixers myself. The receptionists/hostesses weren't directing people to tables, the manager was nowhere to be seen...
Incidentally, I later found out that they charged some - but not all - of my guests entrance fees as they arrived, when I had already organised before the night with Embassy that my guests wouldn't have to do this.
So, I finally got a bit of lovely cake and was about to take all my guests down to the table which was supposed to have bottles waiting on, only to find out the restaurant had overcharged on the dinner bill - they had added for people who weren't even eating and some made-up cocktails as well. Sorting the bill out took about one and a half hours. At the same time, my table had a bunch of people at it that I'd never seen before, no bottles, no one who wanted to help or offer any condolence.
Embassy isn't my kind of place. The customer service is appalling. I was with at least 5 models, lots of big London spenders and London's biggest football agent (family) - not that it matters, it's just a big shame that my 21st birthday was ruined by the venue. If the Queen had been there that evening, I could understand; but they had nothing on different to normal. I wouldn't ever spend another pound there again. There was one restaurant manager that helped me at around 1.30am, as I was fuming and still hadn't had a drink. Worse than a nightmare. Luckily though, all my friends did have a nice time and didn't realise how much was going wrong.
by amazing_grace444, 02 Jul 2010
I went on a night out to Embassy with my friends, who were hosting. The door staff were very rude, saying: "If they weren't on your guestlist, they wouldn't be coming in" and "we only want people that look like models coming in here". After we heard this it put me on a downer all night and I wanted to go home. The bar staff were useless, and didn't even notice me despite me waiting at the bar for 20 minutes! Considering it's meant to be a very exclusive place, the staff treat you like you are nothing - even though you might spend a good amount of money! To be honest, it was a waste of time and money for me. And there are better and more glamourous clubs in London to go to!
by westwoodboy, 11 May 2010
by westwoodboy, 11 May 2010
I went there last night, and the staff were very friendly. It was a film after-party event. Even though my name was on the guest list, they wanted to charge me £15. But they sorted it out and I was OK, along with my guest - no hassle with door staff. She had a Bacardi and coke and I had a bottle of water: £14... but I guess that's what you pay in clubs! Overall I enjoyed it, but I did get looks off girls thinking that I might have been someone famous!!
by Eric The Vid, 06 May 2010
by Eric The Vid, 06 May 2010
One of the most overrated clubs in London! The decor is nothing fantastic (especially compared to Chinawhite). The music is also going downhill - the DJ was disgraceful and what was meant to be funky house and R&B turned into CHEESE. As for the crowd: classless.
by april800 (3 reviews), 05 May 2010
by april800 (3 reviews), 05 May 2010
I can't recognise this club from the derogatory postings. It is one of the best run, safest venues in town. The management have invested a fortune in making the club really safe and the food is amazing. As for racist - I run a charity for families bereaved by youth violence, many of my families are black, I'm mixed race and have encountered nothing but friendship, support (they are hosting a benefit night for us) and utmost respect from everyone. A fantastic club - can't rate it highly enough - so disregard the vindictive attacks; it's a cool place to go and have a brilliant night out in safety.
by Rani Through UNITY, 28 Apr 2010
by Rani Through UNITY, 28 Apr 2010
What a waste of time. ARROGANT is an understatement for the girl on the door who reduced my friend to tears. She had reserved a table and drinks and was told to get there before 11pm, which we did, only to be told we were late and all 15 of us had to pay. Absolute nightmare from start to finish, and the worst clientele I have witnessed in London.
The arrogance and ridiculous attitude on the door and inadequate staff are an embarrassment and a total disgrace. PLEASE DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY - there is such a choice of quality establishments in London that there is no need to scrape the bottom of the barrel with a grimy place like this that has no class.
by mel.parker, 19 Apr 2010
The arrogance and ridiculous attitude on the door and inadequate staff are an embarrassment and a total disgrace. PLEASE DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY - there is such a choice of quality establishments in London that there is no need to scrape the bottom of the barrel with a grimy place like this that has no class.
by mel.parker, 19 Apr 2010
The dodgiest night club I've ever been to. Members of staff displayed the very worst customer service. I would rather go to a pub on a corner, where I'd have a better time for sure.
by nv27, 04 Apr 2010
by nv27, 04 Apr 2010
Had a fab time last Thursday at Embassy. Folk at the door smiled and welcomed me, staff were very friendly. I'd made a restaurant reservation for 8pm and I was half an hour late, but they didn't say a word about it and were very welcoming. Had such a wonderful time. Superb food. Great club downstairs.
by SuzieP, 17 Feb 2010
by SuzieP, 17 Feb 2010
Went there on a Friday quite late. They were lovely on the door, the music was just what we wanted, and the crowd were cool Londoners.
by mandifuller, 17 Feb 2010
by mandifuller, 17 Feb 2010
I went just last Saturday and it was AMAZING. I plan to go again very soon. It has had an amazing re-vamp. I had sooooo much fun. Don't understand why others don't like it.
by fartypartypants, 17 Feb 2010
by fartypartypants, 17 Feb 2010
Went there last night for a friend's birthday. Our names were already on the guest list and we arrived well before 11pm. Had to wait more than an hour to get in... and then pay the £20 charge anyway! Waste of my time really. Dancefloor was so packed you couldn't even move properly. And the girl at the door who was selecting which people could go in just kept saying how much she hates her job. Will never go there again.
by kel22, 29 Nov 2009
by kel22, 29 Nov 2009
Me and my friends went there last Friday and it was just a waste of time and money! Even though it looks quite important from outside, the music was chart-techno-shit a la Britney Spears, the toilets were absolutely wet and dirty, and the people were a mixture of 16-year-old drunk, fat girls with tight dresses and no underwear and mid-30s guys desperate to find a f*** for the night! It was way too crowded for the small dance floor and as there was only 1 person behind the bar, you had to wait for ages to get a drink...
by lax, 02 Nov 2009
by lax, 02 Nov 2009
Went there on Saturday. Paid £20 to get in. I think the club is very overrated. It's very dingy. Girls in there come across as hungry for fame - WAG wannabes. Some good music though. VIP areas are ridiculous - £500 for a table?! It's a joke. They're nothing special and neither is the club.
by Bea09, 12 Oct 2009
by Bea09, 12 Oct 2009
Me and my friends planned to go to Embassy last Saturday. I called the club twice and each time I was told that girls get in for free on Saturdays before 11pm. We got there well before 11.00, all our names were on the guest list, and we were asked to pay £20 each. When I asked the staff why they give out incorrect information on the phone, nobody could answer my question. The staff were very rude and acted as if they were doing me a favour just talking to me. I will never go there again.
by Eva Sometr, 23 Sep 2009
by Eva Sometr, 23 Sep 2009
Went to Embassy for the first time on Saturday night. Firstly, door staff are VERY rude and act like they're doing you a favour by charging you £20 entry. Atmosphere in the club is based on who you know - very demeaning for 2 girls who have never visited the club before and were looking forward to a good night in London. For a club that is meant to be exceptionally classy and expensive, it reflects none of these things and was a real disappointment. Advice: do not go unless you fancy paying £500 for a table and like being surrounded by sleazy wannabes!
by legs11, 13 Sep 2009
by legs11, 13 Sep 2009
Well, I think you guys need to go to this club on Wednesdays! None of the usual w*****s or fakes, it's all cool people and I had no problem getting in in trainers with my girlfriend. It's a Latin/Brazilian night with cool music and a relaxed vibe. Sometimes they have a live band and these samba dancers who are tasssssty (don't tell my girl - haha). Seriously though, great night mid-week and only costs a tenner after 9pm. Recommended... but I would never go on any other night, trust me.
by pcollins, 21 Aug 2009
by pcollins, 21 Aug 2009
Agree with 'funkdafied' below. Soulless club with a clientele more eager to pose than have a good time. For someone who was looking for a laugh and a boogie on a Saturday night, I spent my time with a face on begrudging walking through the door and having to pay £5 for a half pint bottle of lager. Go elsewhere for good times...
by bobaldo, 17 Aug 2009
by bobaldo, 17 Aug 2009
Me and my friends went to this club and it was the best night I have ever had. They are not racist by any means, they treat everyone equally. I would definitely recommend this club to anybody.
by lucy_cromwell, 07 Jul 2009
by lucy_cromwell, 07 Jul 2009
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