Amazing entrecôte! Mario was my server tonight and he was exceptional! Friendly, efficient, and…read morefast. The food was delish and came fast. Efficient chef and staff I was in and out with a full belly and a smile. They were so kind and patient. They allowed other guests to hang out and enjoy their wine. And they even had a bunch of regulars come in and everyone was treated exactly the same. With kindness and efficiency. If you are nearby staying at the hotel or if you are enjoying the British Musuem, check them out! I had a glass of Malbec (attached) with my dinner and it was well balanced and fruity!

Very good experience for French and Mediterranean cuisine. Good quality of food. Fresh and tasty…read more Service is remarkable comes from hart. Very fast. The atmosphere is very good. I like it.

Hard to believe an authentic little French restaurant has existed in Penge but it is in keeping…read morewith the rise of the rest of the community. On Maple road is a small establishment- family owned and run - that needs our support to stay afloat. It is worth checking them out and supporting a local gem. We had Cidre Breton, Cassoulet (with duck), Crème Brûlée, gorgeous escargot, Soupe à l'oignon, steak tartare, tartiflet, duck confit, café liégeois, rilletes de porc, crepe Suzette and steak. We make sure to visit every time we are in town and my in-laws are particular about French food and it is a favorite of theirs. My mother-in-law lived in France and learned to cook there and can't believe how luck she is to have this in her neighborhood.

Another amazing meal at Chez Yves last night with 5 family members. I had a dozen snails with…read morelightly toasted sourdough bread, then confit duck leg with potatoes roasted in duck fat. Dessert was café Liegeois. Everything was top quality, perfectly cooked and served, and delicious. Between 6 of us we tried loads of things on the menu, swapping bits so we could taste everything. Every single dish was delicious. I love this little restaurant, hope that it survives the current economic problems.

Chez Tonton is outstanding, I've been passing for years meaning to go in and finally did last night…read morethanks to a taste card 2 for 1 offer and I have to say it was excellent, I really am kicking myself it's taken me this long to try it. The food prices are reasonable and the wine is excellent value, £31 for a bottle of Chateauneuf du pape. Tasty food, great wine and a very welcoming and gracious owner really make Chez Tonton a gem of a local restaurant. If you're nearby, or even if you're not it's worth the trip to this great little bistro, it gives Barnét an accent.

Possibly the best french bistro this side of the channel…read more Creme Brulee is the best I have tasted anywhere in the world, although recently I tried the assiette du chef dessert (a little piece of many things) which was equally fantastic, so now i'm torn whenever I go. A meal at Chez Tonton is always an occasion- Eric brings over delicious Kir Royale, and melt in the mouth cubes of garlic bread whilst you select your order. The french onion soup is lovely, as are the rillettes. Lunch is a steal, with 2 and 3 course deals on offer each day. Dinner is somewhat pricier, but worth every penny.

Good food, low key, beautiful Ambience. Nice place to have a…read moremeal off the beaten path.

A hidden French delight, just off Bermondsey street…read more Tucked at the back of some tennis courts in a public park, I wouldn't have known this place even existed were it not for a cryptic business card from its nearby sister restaurant (Casse-Croûte). Here, there is none of the intimacy that you get at Casse-Croûte but it somehow still feels personal and cozy. A seasonal menu is presented for lunch and dinner, with a selection of starters bolstered by several solid mains. No specials were on offer, so presumably the menu stays as is for a few months. Each main was intended for two, but such generous portions meant that this solo diner had to choose a couple of starters. The onion soup was a delicious, less filling twist on the classic version with a cheesy foam on top and a sablé to accompany, rather than the standard heavy croûte. The black pudding scotch egg was actually comprised of boudin noir, not black pudding which gave it a softer almost pasty interior that sat nicely in contrast to the crisp crumbed exterior. The enclosed egg was runny soft and rich. The sweet and earthy purée that the egg sat on complemented it well, though I found the scattered pickled chanterelles to be too sharp and acidic to work with the other ingredients. Some fragrant eau de vie de poire kept me going until the blueberry soufflé arrived with a dollop of rich pistachio ice cream. Overall: I'd go back, with my wife, to be able to unlock more of the menu. Pricey, but worth it if you want to eat something special whilst feeling comfortable.

Beetroots. Anyone remember the Monty Python spam skit? I kind of did redux with it with Beetroot…read more You can have anything you want, so long as it has beetroot in it. 'well the eggs, sausage, beetroot' doesn't have too much beetroot in it! But that's okay, it was wonderful. I had a starter with red mullet and beetroot, and moved onto beetroot risotto. The other 5 in the party had beetroot in at least one and mostly two courses with many enjoying beetroot in the salad. Obviously they had fresh beetroots and that's kind of what it's about isn't it. All our our meals were prepared very well with nice fresh ingredients. A number of us had duck which I am told was fine. We shared some cheese to close which was quite fine. The wine selection was fine. We had a couple bottles at nice prices including a 2003 St. Julian under 50. We will return and I expect whatever is fresh (seasonal) and nice will dominate the menu.

It's all about the cheese! I can't work out why I have never been to this cute, non-pretentious,…read morenot too expensive French joint. It's just around the corner from Wandsworth Common and yummy! The food... me with my 1950's farmer tastes skipped starters and went for the rabbit followed by a cheese board. The rabbit was just how I have always imagined it should be but have never quite got before. Flavoursome, soft and substantial, served on a parsnip mash with caramalised onion... I did manage to steal a little asparagus from Mr Rupert's sea bass as I felt I needed a bit of colour on my plate to prepare me for the cheese... Oh the cheeeeessse. We were presented with a platter as big as our table with I am sure 15 plus different cheeses for us to choose from. What a choice... pure heaven. And off we rolled home. *A word for the wise, if it's a hot summer night...make the most of it and book an outside table. Mr Rupert and I didn't, so were inside on one of the warmest evenings this year.

Had lunch at this fabulous French restaurant. The menu is written on chalkboard. Reservation is…read morerequired (bookings filled up quickly online). Waldorf tart was our favorite of the day: unexpectedly refreshing with strong signatures, hint of citrus and a strong aftermath. Pan fried hake perfectly finished with delicious lettuce, smoked cod roe over a sea of lovely grapefruit green. Confit Hogget Shoulder was very tender with slightly crisp top served with haggis and swede. Forced Rhubarb pie had custard and nice crust. The ginger beer jelly offered contrast and playfulness. Prompt and polite service. Restaurant is not noisy.

A wonderful small French restaurant owned by a husband and wife team. They have a fantastic wine…read morelist and I believe you can byob for a fee. We ordered wine by the glass and they were pours on the smaller side. The menu is small on a chalk board with one or two specials. Everything we had was excellent. My only complaint was I felt the dishes were a little small but the food was amazing.

Our dinner here was one of the most special and memorable meals I have had for a long time. The…read moreservice was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable, and everyone in the place was just a pleasure to talk to. The food was inventive, beautifully presented, and uniformly excellent. Among the many highlights were the mushrooms three ways, the guinea hen with perfect roasted potatoes and sweet potato purée, the trout turbot, and the rice pudding, a fantastic riff on a traditional desert from Normandy. The anchovy foam on cheddar shortbread and escargot in crispy pastry were perfect amuse-bouches, and (of course) the cheese plate was impeccable. Overall, I was just so impressed with the food, the people, and the atmosphere. I could not have wished for a better welcome to the neighborhood than this lovely experience.

All of the great reviews are spot on. This place was awesome. We did the 5 course tasting and it…read morewas a great decision. Some of the staff is a little hard to understand but we think that added to the experience. The food was tasty, creative, and inspiring. The staff was amazing and service was just out of this world! We would highly recommend this restaurant.

An absolute gem- a family-run, modern European restaurant with high standards, and yet not…read moreoutrageously priced. Choose to sit downstairs in the restaurant or upstairs for a more "private dining room" experience. A five course tasting menu is slightly south of £60. This changes monthly; notable high points included a beautiful cooked oyster and a heavenly plate of duck breast and leg with celeriac. Service is friendly -if not always very formal- and there are nice personal touches ( like a personalised menu if it's your birthday) .A model for other restaurants to emulate.

The best restaurant in the area. For many years the management has been able to hold the standard…read moreat the highest level.

The staff here truly exemplifies customer service. From the moment you walk in to the last breath…read moreyou take on the way out. This reminds us why we dine out to begin with. It's not just about the food, ambiance or service on its own. It's the entire experience that leaves lasting memories of ones visit for the years to come. Upon walking into this lovely establishment, you are greeted with smiles and courteous staff. My waitress offered to take my jacket and waited for me to get situated before handing the menu to me. I love the little details as such. She asked what my name was and introduced her to me. Gave me a brief rundown of the drink menu and special before she gave space for me to review their options. When asked about wine, she was honest and advised that she does not know their wine well yet and got another staff who is familiar to review that with me. This ensures that my experience in this arena is nothing less of stellar. When I began to review the food menu, she broke down the dishes that she enjoyed and explain so. Again, our waitress took measures to ensure a pleasant evening. Long story short, wine was on point, food was delicious, and service was quite charming. Visit and see if my words are valid.

Went for a family dinner, and we adored everything…read more Food was spectacular. Every dish was well presented and flavourful. Portions were great too. I had the fried oysters and the duck breast, which were mouth watering, followed by coffee parfait, which was the perfect finish to everything. Service was excellent as well. Staff were patient, kind, and personable. Ambience was sophisticated and perfect for any date or occasion. I would go back in a heart beat.