Initially we were just going to have a drink at the bar downstairs but that evolved into us having food. Decor is really cool and was decorated with stuff from the movie that was filmed here. There's a really cool feature where you can press a button for champagne. And the downstairs looks like there's a dance floor but no dancing was happening when we were there. 4/5 Bobs martini - this oyster infused vodka was very interesting and caught my attention. The vodka drink was a little sweet and topped with black olive oil. Very unique and I really enjoyed this. 3/5 Spicy martini - this was served with black pepper and was a bit dry, wasn't my favorite. 4/5 dirty martini - a standard drink but the olives were very juicy and tasted really good 2/5 Oysters - 3 for 15 was a bit pricey. It was a little fishy smelling which added to the taste. I didn't like it. Was only served with lemon and tobasco 3/5 Steak tar tar - my partner loved this but I just thought it was ok. 4/5 Shepherd pie - my favorite dish we ordered. Great presentation and tasted really good with fluffy potatoes on top with nice flavored meat. Would love to try the others on the menu. Overall was a fun experience and although I only gave 3 stars I would come back because the shepherds lie was so good. read more

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Not gonna lie - we went for the champagne button but the food didn't disappoint! Service and vibes were great. We tried a number of items including the caviar, tuna tartar, steak, lobster Mac n cheese, mashed potatoes, espresso, cocktails and BBR chocolate glory. Would come back. Recommend making a reservation! read more

Bob Bob Ricard - Espresso - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

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In town on business and the local team recommended this location. First impression, interesting restaurant with their "push button" for champagne at the table. From the Serbian caviar, salmon tartare, to the half shell oysters, were all perfect. I am a big oyster fan, and these had some wonderful flavor! Several at the table did the beef Wellington, but I selected the Chicken & Champagne Pie. Haven't seen "chicken pot pie" on many menus and it was a nice surprise. Everyone ordered desserts and I opted for the BBR Signature Chocolate Glory. Interesting presentation with the hot chocolate sauce poured over the top at table side. Overall, the service and the atmosphere were great for the location and would easily return on a future visit. Make sure you stop by and give them a try. Enjoy! PS... There is Little Bob Bob location right across from the main location. read more

Bob Bob Ricard - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

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Excellent atmosphere and amazing beef wellington! The waiters were attentive too! Keep in mind this place is pricy but the food service and atmosphere are quite exquisite. I got the beef wellington for 2 for 100 pounds and have no regrets! It was my first time trying it and I loved it! read more

Bob Bob Ricard - Beef wellington - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

An amazing upscale ambiance that lives up to its reputation with some fantastic appetizers and main dishes NOTE: Great for larger parties but beware of the "champagne" button- super cool, but it adds up Food 5/5: Beef Wellington for two 5/5: A must have, they give each person a good sized Wellington piece and then the two ends are filled with mushroom/ truffle- excellent Melting egg dessert 5/5: one of the pour over chocolate desserts Creamed spinach 4/5: Very tasty but more standard to mind boggling like the rest of the food Fries 3/5: Similar, truffle dies were excellent with the sauce but not too wild Had a few other appetizers which were excellent as well read more

Bob Bob Ricard - Champagne button - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

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BBBR = fun fun fun. Excellent service great food and impeccable service. A must visit when in London.

This place was really good, and I will definitely go again on my next trip to London. Kelvin and Juan behind the bar , were very nice and informative , and made my time at the restaurant that much more pleasurable. I also had an opportunity to meet the director who was also very nice , and accommodating. Although I didn't catch his name. Now the food was good! I had the smaller chateau brand, and spinach accompanied by a Malbec ( Juan's recommendation) with a toffee pudding for desert. Now the beef , and spinach were seasoned nicely , which was a welcomed surprised. The toffee pudding was just ok! It was my first time trying, but I would definitely pass on this next time as it reminded me of a bran muffin. With that being said Bob Bob Richard is worth a stop by. read more

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Ambience was great. We celebrated Christmas dinner there and had an amazing time. Food was delicious, service was great. Cocktails were amazing. Great spot for special occasions. read more

Loved loved loved this place!! My group of friends love champagne and this was the perfect night cap for drinks/apps. We basically just got caviar and champagne but then also got a dumpling appetizer that was super yummy! Caviar was served with traditional accompaniments and was very fresh. Service was great, and the champagne button actually works lol. Ambiance is cute, classy and girlie. read more

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I'm obsessed with beef wellingtons so it was a must try in London. We picked Bob Bob Ricard and not only was the wellington delish but also the vibes were It has an Art Deco interior to DIE for and the overall energy is Russian old money.... on a train..? And ofc, I cant forget to mention their famous "press for champagne" button. Started with some apps, tartare was solid but the soufflé felt too dense. Instead, get the varenikis. The traditional Russian/Ukrainian dumplings were stuffed with TRUFFLED potato and topped with a mushroom velouté. Very warm, hearty, and flagrant. Beef Wellington is a sight to behold. They bring out the whole piece to showcase its beautiful pastry exterior. The carved pieces have a contrasting pink interior that screams IM TENDER Its juicy and rich, with a buttery crust that compliments everything perfectly. Highly recommend trying it out! Steak Tartare £14 Stinking Bishop Cheese Soufflé £13 Truffle, Potato & Mushroom Vareniki £22* Beef Wellington for two £88* Sautéed Spinach £6.50 분위기부터 만족스러운 Bob Bob Ricard! 감각적인 아트데코 인테리어 + 어두운 조명 + 기차 갬성 덕분에 퀸스갬빗 캐릭터가 된 느낌. 조리시간이 긴 웰링턴부터 주문넣기. 애피타이저는 러시안 만두 추천! 트러플향을 머금은 감자 필링과 버섯 벨루테의 조합이 따숩다 비프 웰링턴은 필수다! 예술적인 패스츄리 겉과 완벽한 핑크 고기의 단면 덕분에 심장이 바운쓰 씹을 필요도 없는 연한 고기랑 짙은 맛의 뒥셀, 버터리한 크러스트 그냥 완벽하다아 read more

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Absolute perfection from beginning to end- ambiance off the charts. Service was fantastic and absolutely delicious all the way. And fun! Go to this place- you won't be disappointed! read more

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Great staff, great food and nice ambiance. I just needed some cocktails and apps and they didn't disappoint. From the caviar to the tartar, I was pleased. Also a nice touch with the button to push for champagne, if you leave it on they k3ep it coming! I'll definitely be back read more

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I find myself agreeing with at least one other reviewer - I went with high expectations and sadly those expectations were not met when it came to the food nor the service. Prices are HIGH, even a little French bread a a single small pack of butter cost £7.50 It has a classy decor including in the downstairs restrooms. As advertised it has a button by every table that you can press when you want another drink (none of the 3 of us did). On drinks we had 2 glasses of champagne (£19 each). We all made the mistake of ordering the lobster Mac and cheese (£36 each so a bargain in this place you might think) with "the meat of an entire lobster tail" - sounds good until you see just how TINY is the lobster used. I have never seen such a small lobster shell in my entire life - it arrives to adorn the dish itself (see pic) It was dry, seemed very salty to me, and I only noticed 3 very small pieces of lobster meat. I ate all of mine because I was hungry, our guest ate only a little. Still hungry we went for desserts and two of us ordered flaming creme brûlée "flambéed at the table" - sounds grand doesn't it? Expecting a show? Don't! A lady brought two in one hand, yes they were flaming, she was still holding the cigarette lighter in the very same hand - spectacle? No. Disappointing? Yes Would I return - no. I have way better ways of spending almost £300 at Sunday lunchtime (or any time). read more

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This was our first time to this s restaurant in London. The ambiance was good and lively. The food was ok until we got food poisoning . It was the only place we ate all day and all 3 of us within 5-6 hours was throwing up. It was horrific. It definitely put a damper on the trip. We ate steak, chicken and champagne pie, and sole fish. We shared the sides. Wow! After this horrific experience, we will not be back. To top it off, The service was a disappointment. All in all, we will not be back. read more

Bob Bob Ricard - Celebration cake - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

When I was planning my trip to London, my research lead me to Bob Bob Ricard, which was a Ton of style, and the substance to back it up. So I made my reservations. We got seated in the downstairs area, which I must say I loved that every time I was seated downstairs in London. So fun. After descending the stairs, we walked across the dance floor, past the snazzy bar, and so our amazing booth with the affixed champagne bucket. Which would be very handy used in conjunction with the Press For Champagne button that was on our table. Style, check. Another thing I really enjoyed about London was their embracement of the mocktail. The large majority of the restaurants and bars we encountered had a dedicated mocktail menu, with a bunch of varies, good choices. I don't remember exactly what I got, but it was pink, it was froufrou, and it was delicious. On to the apps. We got the Crab, Scallop & Shrimp Pelmenii (Traditional Dumplings Garnished with Trout Roe. Served with Langoustine Bisque). Super good. These little dumplings didn't have a ton of filling, but what they contained within was potent. Very much like crab and scallop and shrimp. Richness, with those little pops of salt from the roe to balance it all out. Get this. For the entrée, there was only ever one right choice, the Beef Wellington for Two (28-Day Aged Fillet of Aberdeenshire Scotch Beef Served with Truffle Jus). This epic thing was cooked to order, presented to us, and then sliced open at tableside. Within the perfectly flakey puff pastry was the most well-cooked filet I've ever had in my life. I'm not kidding. It was a perfect medium rare all the way through. All the way. Deep, melt-in-your-mouth beefy flavor, with the flakey flakes, the earthiness from the mushroom, and the rich sauce tying it all together. One of the best things I've ever eaten. Substance, check. With this miraculous beast, I got a side of Truffled Mashed Potatoes. I'm not one to tout on the flavor of truffle, like I'm some oil tycoon from the 1940's, but it does have its uses, and this was a nice use. Subtle truffle with the silk smooth mash made an excellent addition to my Wellington. To finish everything off, I ordered the BBR Signature Chocolate Glory (Valrhona Dark Chocolate, Praline Crunch, Coffee Mousee and Caramelised Hazelnuts with Hot Chocolate Sauce). In another flash of show, they brought the chocolate orb right to the table, and poured hot chocolate magma over it, to melt it away and reveal the beauty within. And I do mean beauty. All of the great components of a dessert were in here. Bitter dark chocolate, crunch from the praline and the hazelnuts, and the coffee mousee also adding a little bit of bitterness to the sweet sauce. A very well done dessert. Overall, this place was excellent. It delivered on both the style And the substance. And the route to get there was nice, too. Walking through the streets of SoHo on a Saturday night was definitely fun. Do recommend this place. Come. read more

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I am forever grateful for the staff of Bob Bob for accommodating my last minute London wish for Beef Welly. We got there about an hour before close and to our dismay, the kitchen was closed. We sat at the bar and regrouped over some wine and were surprised when the staff said they would be able to accommodate us. The vibes are very old money but not as stuffy as The Capital Grille. Best Welly I ever had and the sides were pretty good though the spinach was a touch salty. Also got to try sticky toffee pudding. Yes, it was expensive but well worth the money for a great dining experience. read more

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Love what's going on here and this was our favorite meal while in London. Bob Bob Ricard has a funny story for why it is named as such. Apparently it has to do with who fronted money - 2/3rds Bob. Anyhow very close to our show we were pleased to find this swanky joint. We came in early with the goal of hopefully leaving on time for our show. I will note we actually were about 10 to 15 minutes behind due to service but it didnt matter in this instance. We were seated on time and into our own, comfortable booth, with its own "Press for Champagne" button. The service was great. Lots of knowledge on the menu which is of course appreciated. While not regular consumers of Champagne or Caviar we moved forward with a "when in Rome" approach. Dom Perignon and Caviar sampler were ordered. Certainly, we appreciated the hype with both of these items . We additionally enjoyed a salad, followed by beef wellington and classic sides. The beef wellington was perfectly done and served expertly. Finally appreciated the amazing souffle; hot, savory, sweet, bold. I would come back over and over again for the dessert experience by itself. The restaurant treated us to a delicious bonus chocolate dessert as we were on our honeymoon. A high level, quality English experience which will not be forgotten. In fact we enjoyed our selves so much that we plan to come back the next time we visit. read more

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Went to London in search of an amazing Beef Wellington and Bob Bob Ricard almost hit the mark. Reserved a booth for 4 for a special reunion with family. Inside is quite dim, and the decor is eclectic. Hate to say, but imagine a fancier Cheesecake Factory? When dining in, you are allotted 2 hours for the table. We went slightly over the time, so after 15 minutes, the host kindly came and told us that other people are waiting for the table. Since it was a special occasion, we decided to go grand and ordered all sorts of dishes. Started with caviar and the "scallop, lobster & shrimp pelmeni (dumplings)." Both were fine. Uncle and I shared one Beef Wellington (since two people had to order it, but still had to pay a separate price per person. I'd rather you tell me that the Beef Wellington is £99). While it was good and a lot of effort is put into making a wellington, the portion was rather disappointing, especially for the price point. Aunt had the Lemon Sole Meuniere which she thought was fantastic. Partner had the Chateaubriand for One, and that it was meh. Ordered the Green Beans and Truffled Mashed Potatoes as sides. These were well done. Dessert included all sorts - the BBR Signature Chocolate Glory, Sticky Toffee Pudding and the Flaming Creme Brulee. Sticky Toffee Pudding took the cake, so to speak. We had high hopes for the other two, but were slightly disappointed by the lack of flare that was advertised (flambeed at table / hot chocolate sauce revealing a fun surprise). All this to say, it was an experience and the service was fantastic. Should I be back in London, would I go again? No. I will say check it out if you're wanting to try something new and fancy. Be ready to spend a lot of money though. read more

A restaurant trying to be a nightclub or is it a nightclub trying to be a restaurant. Good vibe, nice service and a great atmosphere but the food is an afterthought here, just not up to everything else or the price. Eat dinner elsewhere and come here for drinks afterwards. read more

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Bob Bob Ricard was recommended to us by a friend. He advised us to get the Beef Wellington, which is what we really came for, but I had no idea I was going to be in for a unique experience. I made reservations for 6pm on a Tuesday. My fiancé and I were running 20 minutes late because of delays on the Tube, so I called the restaurant to let them know about our late arrival. The front desk receptionist told us it wouldn't be a problem, but we'd have to finish our meal by 8pm since there was a reservation at our table during this time. This wasn't an issue for us, and we basically knew what we wanted to order anyway. Overall service was great. Our main server was very nice and attentive. In general I thought that it was easy to flag any staff member for assistance. Food also came out in a timely manner. The menu, for example, said to allow up to 45 minutes for the beef wellington to get ready. It was at our table in 30 minutes. I didn't know there was a champagne button, so you know I took advantage of that. I got whatever the house champagne was, but you can get whatever champagne you want including Dom Perignon, which was the most expensive I saw on the menu per glass. We ordered the Crab Salad "St. Petersburg" to share. It was a dainty portion to share between the two of us, but it was enough for us to get our whistle whet and not fill up too much before the main course. The crab salad was quite tasty. For our entrees, we got the Beef Wellington for two. I can't say that I've ever had beef wellington before, and Bob Bob Ricard set the bar high. The beef was perfectly medium rare, moist, and tender. I enjoyed the puff pastry on the outer later that was crispy and flaky. We got the sautéed spinach and truffle mashed potatoes for our sides. I liked them both, but I got to say that I liked the spinach more. Lastly, the chocolate glory was indeed glorious with chocolate goodness. The coffee notes were nice, and I appreciated the hazelnuts attributing a crunchy texture. read more

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Ugh my expectations were so high! Overall this is a tough review to give. The good: -Aesthetic, it's so cute, proper & posh -Service, everyone is friendly, helpful & attentive -Solid cocktail & drinks menu -they gave us a celebratory mouse for our anniversary (free) The not so good: -The food. It's heavily Russian influenced but almost takes a French approach. It wasnt bad but wasn't great? Nothing I tasted I'd rave about. On top of that the portions are ridiculously small and overpriced. Overall, if you're looking for an overpriced "meh" instagrammable dinner this is it. I definitely won't be coming back. read more

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Extraordinary vibes and place of the restaurant, unfortunately some of the food was really not worth it. I did like their martini though. For the starters I had the pelmeni, it was hard to enjoy because the combination of the fish was not something I had expected. But wow! The chicken kyiv was amazing! Also had some fries along with it, fantastic combination. This restaurant is beyond beautiful and the service is exemplarily, but it is the essence of the menu and the finished product that gets in the way. Beef Wellington was great, had the caviar aswell, nice and fresh. Delicious. read more

Wonderful experience here as Americans dinning at a British establishment. Love the creative Champagne button and the decor was nice. The food, that is where it begins and ends....fantastic, outstanding, superb, yummy. We have the chicken kiev with appetizers and all of it was yummy deliciousness. Bon Appetite! read more

Bob Bob Ricard - Chicken Kiev - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

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Gone downhill from glory days years past. I've frequented Bob Bob Ricard as a staple in London annually over the past 7+ years and sadly the service and quality has gone downhill. Prices still way up there as a luxury dining location in Soho but many of the key dishes such as the baked oysters and other key items now removed for simplified fare like steak tartare and more caviar options. What was once a guaranteed epic meal now is very middle of the road. Disappointed and will not return. read more

Bob Bob Ricard - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

It's incredibly over the top in every way and at the wrong restaurant that would make you feel uncomfortable or ripped off, but here it's the right combo and it works. Is the decor a train car, an upscale steakhouse, a disco? Who knows and who cares! Why is the food menu fake fancy and over the top? Who cares! Why is their a "push for champagne" button at every table? For more drinks of course! It's expensive and not Michelin star quality, but it's fun and totally worth going to. Enjoy being a tourist, push that button and take some photos and leave a few hundred pounds (dollars) lighter in the wallet with a lot of memories. read more

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Ran into this a bit by accident. Nicely decorated restaurant with wonderful service and great food. I had the beef tartare with caviar. Nicely balanced. It was great. The drinks were all wonderful. The lobster dumplings were quite nice. The side spinach was great. Desert was wonderful. Completely happy. read more

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Everything was top notch. Our waitress was an absolute star. Everyone we met was welcoming and attentive. The food was amazing. Frozen vodka delicious. Very highly recommended, we will be back! read more

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Delightful and delicious evening. Did not get any pictures of our food but everything was lovely. A fun experience for anyone who loves the bubbles and good food. The restaurant is busy but still feels very intimate. read more

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I've been here two times in the past couple months and I've been floored both times. It's decadent. It's rich. It's extra in all the best ways! I love how special this place makes you feel. The press for champagne button is that sprinkle of splendor that we all need to enchant an evening. I love how serious this place also takes itself. Because it makes sure things go the distance. The branding pull through is unmatched. I mean, even seared onto the pie crust. The food is delicious and beautiful. The chicken kyiv is moist and savory. Gimme it every time! Steak tartare, order it. Champagne and truffle pie, get it. The mushroom dumplings are a must! Honestly, make a reservation and revel the opulence! read more

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I am disgusted by the blatant racial discrimination my girlfriend and I experienced at Bob Bob. A bearded staff member called my girlfriend "Ling Ling," an offensive term used to mock Asians. I only learned about this after we left, which made it impossible to address at the time--but it left us both outraged and deeply disappointed. Even if the staff claim they didn't understand the meaning, would they insult other races with random, derogatory names? Is this what Bob Bob considers acceptable service? Ignorance is no excuse for racism, especially in a restaurant that claims to be high-end. If Bob Bob believes this behaviour is acceptable, they should warn Asians: "Don't come here if you don't want to spend money to feel humiliated." No one should have to endure such treatment. I never imagined my first experience of racial discrimination in London would happen at a place like this. This is shameful and damages both your restaurant's reputation and London's multicultural values. Immediate action is needed to ensure no one else faces this disgraceful behaviour. read more

I have to say I was skeptical when I heard this was Russian British (what is that?) but that we had a great time here. The "push for champagne" button is quite fun and we definitely pushed the button and got two bottles of champagne (for the four of us). The decor is also very interesting, definitely upscale. I had the prawn cocktail to start and the chicken kyiv as my main, with a side of spinach. Food was good, albeit nothing spectacular, but quite good and the ambiance is what really made this place fun. read more

La comida espectacular y muy buen servicio El Creme Brule muy bueno Y la gente de recepción muy amable read more

Well if you have not been to Bob Bob Ricard you are missing out! This is one of the most spectacular dining experiences I've had in a long time. It is an immersive, fun and creative dining event. From the moment you ride up the industrial glass elevator and walk in the front doors the adventure begins. It is modern yet Classic and Private yet open. The decor is fabulous! As soon as you sit down you are immediately drawn to the push for Champagne button that lights up beside you. With a lovely selection of champagne and wine to choose from, I was impressed to see they also offered a -18° vodka shot. Which of course, my daughter and I had to do. We ordered a bottle of Moët Chandon rosé after we had started with an espresso martini and a foam topped porn star. All was spectacular. Now let's get you started on the food. The first big hit of the night was definitely the lobster tail meat and Brie mac & cheese! They also had some lovely sautéed spinach and for our main we had the beef Wellington for two, cooked perfectly rare and melted in our mouths! All of this happening by spectacular service from so many people, we felt like we had made new friends today by the time we left the restaurant. Everyone was so pleasant and on point with their service, it could not have been better. With champagne, conversations, laughter and ambience surrounding us, we finally had to wrap it up with the largest flaming Crem Brule I've ever eaten in my life. Well we shared lol. Thank you all for such a memorable experience. We especially appreciated the hugs and handshakes and warm words as we were walked through the restaurant to the coat room and to the elevator. We will be back! read more

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Best Beef Wellington ever! Priced for 2 people and takes 45min to make from the time you place your order so be sure to order quick if you're hungry when you come in. You can press the champagne button when you want any drink or additional service. It doesn't just have to be to order champagne. I love the decor and seating on the lower floor. read more

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Came here my first night in London after exploring the Christmas lights in Piccadilly. I did make a reservation ahead of time so I had no problem getting in. The champagne button was why I came here and it did not disappoint! So fun! Every table has one but I booked 2 bar seats because I was unsure. The aesthetic of the restaurant is so girly and fun. Everything is monogrammed in pink-including my main!! The champagne and glasses they were served in was immaculate. Service was quick and friendly. If I were to come again I would most definitely order the beef Wellington. I was planning on it but my dinner date was not interested and the price is for 2 people. read more

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This restaurant was one of my favorite places in London. I came in November and the decor was chic and festive with blue and silver accents. The plate settings were cute and pink and the servers uniform matched the plates! I love the details at this place that exudes a sophisticated Great Gatsby atmosphere. I had the chicken kiev and it was cooked and fried to perfection. The pesto sauce was exquisite and the french fries were a good side. I absolutely adore this place and would 100% recommend. read more

Bob Bob Ricard - Beautiful Christmas decor - British Near Me - Soho, XGL

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Absolutely fabulous! Definitely a must do when in London. The food and service are fantastic & the "press for champagne" button is next level. read more

Delicious food, cozy, opulent and comfortable ambience, great service. Bob Bob Ricard never disappoints - it's one of my favorite restraraunts in London. The OG "press for champagne" read more

Bob Bob's interior is absolutely stunning. Seriously. I don't think I've seen a prettier restaurant. Unfortunately, the food is just *ok* although I'd be willing to give it another chance if I'm back in London. The food: to be honest, I didn't enjoy the food as much as I'd hoped. I got the crab, scallop, and shrimp pelmeni (think of it as a Russian dumpling), which was served with a langoustine bisque. A very pretty dish, but I was somewhat underwhelmed by the taste. I thought the pelmeni's filling was on the chunky side, with little nuance in taste. The flavor of the bisque was very briny/strong, which wasn't quite my cup of tea. The atmosphere: the design of Bob Bob Ricard is gorgeous. When I first stepped inside, I felt like I'd been transported back to the 1920s. Each table is also accompanied by a "Press for Champagne" button, which my boyfriend and I definitely took full advantage of. The service: the service was alright. Our server was attentive, although there were certain periods of time where she disappeared. TLDR: Bob Bob Ricard is one of the most Instagrammable restaurants I've ever been in. It has an undeniable charm (especially with the Press for Champagne button!) but I thought the food was underwhelming for the price. Again, just my opinion! Someone may step in and be absolutely wowed by all Bob Bob has to offer. read more

Bob Bob Ricard is a stunning place for a Sunday lunch. The decor is beautiful and the service is top notch. The entrées were just okay. The drinks and desserts were the real highlights of our meals. The decor and press the champagne button were reason enough to go. Even the toilets downstairs were luxurious. Because the food isn't that great and it is very expensive, I'd recommend going for lunch where they serve the full dinner menu, but as a discount. read more

Bob Bob Ricard - British Near Me - Soho, XGL