Reviews by Anon 234

Le Gavroche (Restaurant / Restaurant)
12 July 2007

Simply perfection! Every single mouthful caused gasps of delight to fall from my lips (with the effect that I sounded as though I was auditioning for an 'Emanuelle' film). Le Gavroche's 'menu exceptionnel' may seem frighteningly expensive at £150 per person. However, for eight courses, with amuse bouches and a generous glass of excellent wine with each course, it really is worth every penny. Particularly divine were the John Dory, the foie gras and the cheeses.

The meal was made even more memorable and special by the standard of the service. There was no sense of anybody rushing, just complete efficiency. Yet the waiters remained jovial and approachable throughout. We had gone to celebrate my birthday and my mother had said when booking that she was highly allergic to shellfish. Impressively, the Maitre d' had learnt our names and knew our situation perfectly, and informed us the chef was perfectly willing to accommodate her needs for the eight courses. At the end of the meal, without being asked, they very discreetly presented me with a small gift and a special souffle (at no extra cost) with 'Happy Birthday' delicately written in chocolate on the plate.

All I can say is go! Yes, it's formal but enjoy it - get all dressed up and just wallow in the glorious cooking and the decadent pleasure of being waited on hand and foot.

The Pineal Eye (Boutique)
12 July 2007

Self-important, tatty shop with pretentious staff, awful changing rooms and the bare faced cheek to attempt to sell out-of-season clothes at full price. Anyone who knows anything about fashion won't be fooled and would be better off at Harvey Nicks or, for a more wearable and similarly avant garde selection, at 'Kokon to Zai' 5 minutes away on Greek Street.