I went with a group of 10 on a work night and really enjoyed the food and ambiance. I had the mussels and the hake and both were fabulously good, packed with flavour and perfectly cooked. The service was good overall but at times the staff were a little bit tetchy and there was no need as the restaurant was only half full. Having said that the decanting of the wine was impressive. I will definitely go back though and I would recommend to anyone looking for really good contemporary Irish cuisine (cooked in a French classic rustic style) in a great location too. Really good chefs and kitchen who know what they're doing and a beautiful premises. read more

Ordered the eggs Benedict, pain au chocolat, and latte. The eggs were perfectly runny. The Benedict tasted delicious. & the pain was surprisingly big for the price. Good chocolate flavor. The latte paired well and was a good "pick me up" after the meal. read more

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We visited for a quick bite and drink on a spur of tie moment stop. The greeting at the door was friendly enough but once we were sat they forgot about us and I had to flag someone down. The food presentation was beautiful and the food tasted very good as well. My wife and I ordered the same cocktail at the same time but they prepared them at separate times and they tasted completely different although made by the same bartender. It was a nice enough ambiance even considering that there was a pretty loud birthday party taking place. If I am in town again and looking for something different from traditional Irish pub dishes I would give them a try. read more

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We were seated at a table outside and enjoyed the food and people watching. Service was consistent and our server was able to give us a few recommendations. I'd recommend the beef bourguignon and the next table was raving about the gnocchi. I'd definitely try that if I return. The pear cocktail was delicious. Good place to go and get away from pub menus. read more

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Terrific food, great ambience, attentive service, a wonderful alternative to the pub food scene in Dublin.

On my solo trip to Dublin, I wanted to visit a French restaurant and found L'Gueuleton by doing a quick search. I saw on the menu they served duck (my fave!) so it was a must-visit. I will say this - it was hands down the best dinner I've ever had in years. The french onion soup was so flavorful and the duck was absolutely amazing! On my next trip to Dublin, I'm going to make sure I go back! read more

Last week my girlfriend and I were eating at the L'Gueuleton. We had a Soupe à l'oignon, beetroot salad with Fourme d'Ambert, a Foie Gras parfait and Noix de Saint Jacques. For dessert we had meringue with strawberries and vanilla crème. For drinks Cécile had a Bergerac sec and I had a Krombacher (the excellent beer you know from the TV show "Two and a Half Men"). The restaurant - as the name suggests - wants to do all things very French. "Gueuleton" comes from "Gueule" (the mouth) and simply means to have a feast. Apart from the name and a few cans of worms for decoration, however, there wasn't too much French. The chef was an Irishman, the service was multi national, and even in the menu most words were English. However, the food was really excellent and certainly inspired by the French cusine. And, yes if you really want to you can eat snails Burgundy. We each had two starters and were really full as a result. For the food and for a glass of wine, two beers and dessert we spent 68€ including tip. That's not exactly a bargain, but quite normal in Dublin. The atmosphere was very pleasant. We were sitting next to the open kitchen which was interesting and pretty interactive because of the great kitchen staff (the Caribbean guy washing the plates was actually the only one who was talking French with us). L'Gueuleton is in Fade Street near the Grafton Street in the heart of Dublin. Reservations are not accepted, and is therefore useless to call. It was a beautiful evening. read more

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The food is absolutely beautiful, I mean really beautiful. Not cheap though with a starter, two mains, two deserts and two glasses of wine coming in at €70. Still, it's of such a high quality that even I can't hold it against them. Plus my mam was paying.... I had the pidgeon salad because, as a Dubliner, I've always wanted to get one of the little fuckers. It was gorgeous. Lovely, tender and tasty. And the muscles, the muscles were amazing too. With crispy chips and garlic mayo sauce on the side. I can't even remember what the desert was, I couldn't care either, because I'm convinced that this was one of the best meals I've ever had in my life. read more

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When you're still thinking about the food for days after that's usually a good sign right!? Big fan of this place, love the buzzy atmosphere and stripped back decor, lots of subtle little touches. Staff are super friendly and surprisingly patient when it's really busy, saw one member of staff being surprisingly polite to a couple who were being a pair of eejits about a minor delay with their drinks. Now, the food. Where to start!? The menu is great, lots of choice, not so much though that you're lost. We'd the burger and the brisket sandwich, both were so good. Great sauces, portion sizes and presentation. Chips were great too, always a bonus! Will definitely be back, looking forward to trying dinner! read more

We came here for brunch and oh the food was as lovely as the interior. Loved the brick and rustic feel of the place. I got the sausage - a little salty for my taste - but huge portions and very flavourful. It usually comes with a fried egg but I asked to get mine scrambled (thank you for letting me make that switch!) - so I got a HUGE bowl of scrambled eggs (yay me!). My boyfriend ordered the pulled pork sandwich - it's not the American style drenched in BBQ pulled pork which was a nice change but I think I've had better pulled pork (Whitefriar! Dillingers (when they had it) and Donnybrook Fair (I know) have some mean pulled pork sandwiches) Definitely want to come back for lunch or dinner. The food is fresh and AMAZING. read more

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L'Gueuleton is amazing. It's like a secret because you could walk by the bustly, busy, ambient restaurant and totally miss it. But that would be such a shame! You can't book, but that's ok because you can put your name down and go for a drink across the road or in the bar upstairs. Also, it's absolutely worth waiting for. Beware of the obvious nights to avoid though, you could be waiting an hour or more. It's cosy, dark and French inside. Mix-matched chairs and dark wooden tables give it the just-thrown-together feel of a Paris cafe. My mouth waters trying to read the menu but also looking around at the surrounding tables and what they're eating. I already have food envy. To start, I had the chicken liver parfait. Yum, it was so nice. Beautifully smooth and with the sweet pear it was delicious. I also had a shlurp of the onion soup which is a huge starting portion and has delicious cheesey croutons floating in it. To die for. For my main course I had slow roast pork belly with savoy cabbage and dauphinoise potatoes. Could there be a more perfect bite than a little piece of everything on your forkful? It was gorgeous. Friends also had the haddock which was huge and served with beautiful green, fresh vegetables. Perfect. Also, fantastic steaks. The good thing about the food here is that it's honest-to-goodness. It's just really good, fresh food, served the way it should be - simply. The jelly and ice-cream here is recommended but I couldn't look past the triple chocolate coffee cake with ice-cream. Friends also had the cheese plate but didn't fancy the abundance of rocket that accompanied it. They also serve madeline buns if you'd like with your tea or coffee... so cute! Lovely wine, lovely atmosphere. It's some of the best food you can have in Dublin. Admittedly it's a little on the expensive side, but it's a brilliant spot for a treat. read more

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The bricks, rustic decor, and dark wooden furnitures makes the interior feel like a cross between a charming Parisian cafe and a cozy Provençal home. We landed in Dublin on a Saturday night, went straight to the heart of the city for dinner, and almost gave up after so many restaurants could not give us a table without an advance booking (it was the holiday season). Thank God we found L'Gueuleton, because that made for a perfect start to our Dublin trip. The restaurant was fully packed so they sat us at a table near the entrance, which got cold whenever people came in or went out the door, but the food and wine made up for it. We ordered the escargot, oysters with mignonette, and mussels and chorizo to share - all of which transports you to South of France by their gustatory perfection. For the main course, I had the pork chop. The meat did not fall off the skin easily, making it quite hard to cut since the skin is thick and tough. My friends ordered the steak and john dory, and they both raved about how flavorful and juicy their entrées were. We had their special Christmas pie which was nothing short of outstanding. I've only tried homemade Christmas pies before, which always varied, and this might have been the best one I've had so far. Wine by the glass was quite pricey as they were not the best, but I enjoyed my merlot nonetheless. read more

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I have eaten here recently and picked it as a first date venue. She was running late so I popped in next door to Hogans for a drink while I waited. Same guys own both! Sunday evening and was surprised when I called that day (around the time of the "Big Freeze" in Dublin) that they did not take any reservations. Being a control freak this worried me but as it was a Sunday night but I remained hopeful. Walked in with my date and the place was 60% full in the main section with the side section not open. Warm temperature and a friendly greeting from the staff while we waited to be seated. Tables positioned close together so a really private chat would not be suitable here. Nothing to worry about tonight. On the recommendation of a friend we both had the onion soup for starters. Huge portion so be careful. Really tasty and a great start. Also had the house red wine which was a reasonable price. I had the pork belly which was excellent and my date had the Toulouse Sausage dish. She enjoyed it and we sampled both and both tasted as good. Desert was a chocolate dish we shared and no complaints there. Not too "frenchy" as in accents, decor etc but I enjoyed the night and might have been preoccupied keeping up appearances to take real notice. I will be returning and will give a more in depth review the next time but hope this helps. read more

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I've visited L'Gueleton many times over the past 12 years when visiting Dublin, and it has never missed! Friendly staff. Tasty food. Open late. Good wine. read more

Expensive, but amazing food. A few vegetarian options, but they really were terrific. Staff is extremely polite and constantly took care of us with every course, despite the night being really really busy. read more

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A little bit of Provincial France in Fade Street Dublin 2. This place was a bit of a revelation when it first opened and continues to maintain high standards of service and cuisine (French in case I hadn't made that clear!) On the first night we went we strolled right in, got a table and really enjoyed ourselves...good food, great wine, tremendous atmosphere yada yada yada.... Eager to repeat the experience we toddle on in 3 subsequent weeks in a row only to find the place swinging from the rafters and not a table to be had.... which brings me to the only downside I can think of... you can't book in advance, its a bit of a ...what's that word?... bummer. So, if you are passing stop in and try your luck - it will be worth it I promise! If its full then carry on down to Hogans, the beer will fill you up eventually and you'll forget all about restaurants! read more

I've been hovering between a 2 or a 3 star review, but in the end, the mostly good service could not make up for the seriously disappointing food. I came in here with a couple of friends, at about 9pm last Thursday, and we took advantage of a Dine in Dublin offer they were running. 2 of us went for the French onion soup, which was grand, but not "authentic" as we were promised by many a review. I lived 2/3 months a year in France until I finished school, so have a damn good understanding of what is to be expected! It was tasty enough tho, but served at boiling point! The other starter to our table was a goats cheese salad, which my friend enjoyed. I ordered the only vegetarian main, risotto, and this is where things really fell down. It was gritty and had been cooked in what can only have been a bullion cube based stock CHEATERS! If I am being promised excellent food, I expect you to use good ingredients, it's the only way to serve enjoyable meals. I ate less than half. Desert was incorrect when it came, I had ordered the chocolate tart, and was given creme caramel, but was so disappointed with the meal overall, I didn't even bother to complain. It was meh. Obviously an inexperienced chef was on that day, as fellow foodies have had great experiences in here, but with so many other eateries to try, I won't risk going back..... read more

This is some of the best food I've ever had in my life. We got the grilled hake fish with gnocchi, the ribeye with Paris butter, and the short rib. Amazing flavors and textures. Truly top 3 meals of my life. Also amazing service. Came 30 minutes before closing got a table right away and the wait staff was fantastic. Eating my meal was a religious experience. Must visit! read more

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I haven't eaten in LGueuleton in a good few years. I was meeting a good friend last Tuesday and after looking at a few different places, I thought about LGueuleton! We were close by so we took a peek at the menu. The Table D'Hote menu was great- three courses for €25. We took a window seat as it was quiet-it was early. We decided to have an aperitif- kir Royale and a pear Bellini- both delicious. We both chose the salad lyonnaise to start- mixed leaves with lardons, poached egg, Roquefort cheese and mixed leaves with a slice of garlic bread- delicious. My main was guinea fowl with a broth, black pudding and my friend had Toulouse sausages. We both really enjoyed the food. We couldn't choose a wine so asked for a recommendation from the waiter. He suggested a wine special from the board which was a Rioja- very good it was too. Dessert was a flourless chocolate slice with raspberry sorbet- the sorbet was delicious. We had brandy and espresso to finish. The waiter was very relaxed and helpful. The service was excellent. It was quiet when we arrived but filled up. I would guess there were over forty people by the time we left around 9- it was buzzy! I enjoyed dinner a lot and I will be back soon. The food is excellent and the ambiance relaxing. read more

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My brother-in-law had his wedding ceremony and luncheon here. It was a beautiful setting on the top floor with the open sky (no rain yea!) for the ceremony with champagne toast followed immediately afterwards. Then we moved down to the street level dining area. I had the Pork Belly, apparently one of their signature dishes. It was extremely tasty! Higly recommend this place, and hope to return myself my next visit to Dublin. read more

L'Gueuleton is my favorite restaurant in Ireland. Two months later, I still think about our meals there. After a memorable first meal, we revisited a few weeks later on a one-day layover in Ireland on our way back to the States. The atmosphere is cozy & very French and they have a solid wine list. My favorite dish is the Plum Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Basil and Red Onion Confit but Jane Russell's Toulouse Sausages with Choucroute and Lyonnaise Potatoes is absolutely amazing, too. read more

We went here for our christmas office dinner. Everything was excellent. Wild game terrine for starter, maple glazed roast chicken with sausage meet and chestnut stuffing croquette for mains, and a delicious panna cotta with mulled wine poached pear. Really good service also. read more

Bad bad bad. Five of of ate here on a family night out. It had been about 18 months since some of us had been before, and we were looking forward to it. Last time out, food was really tasty and we had a great evening. This time, a sea change. No idea if the same folks are in charge. or whether they just had one of those "off" evenings (it was busy), but it was awful. Three things: 1. The Delay. We were served pretty quickly (good) and got our orders in. We were headed to another event afterwards, and so our plan was to have starters and mains, and then head off. We also ordered some wine and got stuck in to our conversation while waiting for the starters. Only three of us ordered starters. And they were - fine. Unremarkable, and just, fine. But so far, so good. Then we waited for our mains. And waited. And waited. We asked about them. They're "on the way". And waited. It was an hour before the mains arrived (as we were planning to go on to another event, we were watching the time). Anyway - finally it arrived. Three Pork Belly mains, and two Beef Cheek mains, plus sides. 2. The Food. The food was not good. In particular, the Pork Belly dishes were plain awful. They were fatty, in a bad way, not a good way, as if the dish was not cooked properly. In addition, the beef cheek dishes had a similar vibe: not the melty been-in-the-oven-for-3-or-more-hours but instead somewhat tough and distinctly non-melty. The three Pork Belly dishes were travesty, The beef cheek dishes were edible but disappointing in the extreme. Wow - this was a surprise. 3. The Dealing With It. I had to feel for our waitress. We were now out of time, and had complained about the Pork Belly dishes. She talked to the kitchen. They offered to cook us more (we had no time). She apologised, but we got the feeling that she was under pressure due to this not being the only issue arising from the kitchen this same evening. When it came time to pay, the Pork Belly dishes were wiped off the bill. Fair play. But - there was no manager over, no explanation, no real "look, here's what happened". We walked out disappointed, and pretty certain to never return. read more

I went here for Bruch recently on a Bank Holiday Monday. It was really amazing. The food was incredible, the service was great and we were able to sit outside on the terrace, which was really relaxing (also always nice to get a bit of fresh air). I would also recommend the Bellini's to start your brunch off! :) I would highly recommend as a lovely brunch spot in the city centre! :) read more

After we had been in Dublin for a few hours, we were getting kind of hungry. I had already had a couple of beers in the Morgan's lounge, walked west to Heuston Station, and east towards the Docklands, with a brief foray to the shopping district north of the River Liffey. The wife joined me on our search for dinner, first walking again across the Liffey to find a bunch of she-she restaurants mixed in amongst the chains, then back across the O'Connell Street bridge past tourist row, finally centering on a bunch of promising eateries off of Aungier Street. So Fade Street it was (which is amusingly similar to "Fake Street", which apparently exists in the Simpsons' Springfield). L'Gueleton's outside eating area attracted us in the sense we could easily people watch, and who can say no to steak? (Certainly not me). We went inside, got a reservation, had a beer while we waited, and watched the Saturday Night crowd saunter around. In spite of the French name, this place served me a really good steak (and no, it's not that I don't think the French can work well with beef, but I always think of cheesy plates with wine when it comes to food from France - call me biased if you must). I had (copying from their menu) the "Char Grilled 10oz Ribeye Steak & Chips with Béarnaise or Café de Paris Butter", which at 26 Euro was well worth it, and washed it down with an Irish beer (not Guinness or Smithwicks) whose identity I cannot unfortunately remember the identity of. The cost of two meals and two drinks came to about 60 Euro. While it was a good meal, it wound up being our most expensive meal during our two weeks in Ireland! Considering this place is right in the heart of the nation's busiest city, that is understandable. read more

Either this was an off-night, or Irish need to consult America on what constitutes good service. For something so highly rated in a large city, I'd think they would cater to tourists who are used to prompt service. I waited. And waited. And waited. Speed, I learned, is not what Irish do best. What i would do to get a drink of water or a hello in under ten minutes?? Thank goodness they do everything else so well. read more

Probably one of the best meals I had in Dublin. Went for Dublin's "restaurant week", and had a three course meal with the french onion soup, grilled fish, and a super dense chocolate cake. Great ambiance, service, and food. Would have gone back had I had more time! read more

Nice atmosphere for a few scoops in the evening (which is what I was there for). There was a very good DJ, and Fade Street is always great for bars (love No Name also)! G&Ts were a good size, which is always a plus. read more

We had a beautiful dinner for two here, late at night - about 9:30pm. We skipped the appetizer and went straight to the main course. Maple glazed chicken for him, Ribeye steak for me. And a bottle of German Pinot Noir to share. His chicken was beautifully cooked (the glaze was a little sweet for me, but he liked it) and served with cheesy macaroni, grilled leeks, and pancetta. The flavors were perfect together. My steak was perfectly cooked to my preference (medium) and served with frites and carmelized onions. I was offered a bernaise sauce with my steak or a spiced/herbed butter. I chose the butter, which turned out to be very salty and I wish I would have asked for my steak to be done without anything. But! All in all, the service was fantastic, the ambiance was cozy and romantic, and the food was very very good. I would recommend it to my friends and fellow yelpers. read more

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I used to be a regular here. Began having problems with some of the staff and service so I just stopped going. However I always enjoyed the food, especially the fish soup which I wish they would bring back! It is rustic french cooking and generally well executed. Things are good and service is friendlier again so I am fine with saying 4 stars. It is a very popular place and the good wait staff have remained which is a good sign. The atmosphere and interior has a good vibe and aesthetically I find it a great place to sit and enjoy a meal. Their wine list has never been great though and this is always a factor for me. It is limited and over priced for the quality. Still, a good spot. read more

Looking for a good and significant french restaurant ? Here you are ! French dish, french ingredients, bistrot atmosphere... You'll love it! I took the 10oz ribeye with onions purée and café de Paris butter. Was awsome! Big portion but also a great taste ! You also have a large selection of wine from France, spain, italy... We took Le Clos des Lys 2013 which is excellent even if it is not its best year. Service is great and the privé is not that high for the quality of your meal. I recommend it with no hesitation! read more

Fantastic brunch and speedy service. Really enjoyed it as did my girlfriend. Would recommend it highly read more

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Went there for Sunday brunch with the missus and the experience totally made our day! For about €30 we stuffed our faces with one brunch item each, chips to share and a glass of white wine. The atmosphere was excellent, staff were very helpful and we sat by the window so the sunny street made our mood all that much better. In terms of the food, the Guinness bread is to kill for, so was the smoked salmon. Garlic chips are just yummmm. read more

We had a very good time there and the food we ordered was great too. Although my first wish as main course was not available anymore (which means it is fresh and not bought in bulk), the waitress was always very kind and smiling. Someone of my table broke her glass on the floor with some juice inside and the waitress came back with another juice (free of charge). Basically, it was a very nice experience at all points and I would recommend it to anybody. read more

This was my first restaurant in Dublin during my vacation. It has a nice outdoor setting area where people watching is fun. The interior is a bit dark and so I'd opt for the outdoor if there is seating. Their wine and spirit selections are decent. Their menu is definitely French inspired with a mixture of pub fare and local specials woven in. I had a glass of their house red along with my meal of steak, skinny fries, and mache lettuce salad. A butter sauce made the dish absolutely divine and delicious. I loved the relaxing ambiance while eating and was more than satisfied by the server. I spent over a good hour here taking in the exterior sights and people while thoroughly enjoying the fare. Worth a visit. read more

Lovely night at L'gueleton! I enjoyed the Christmas set menu-crab claws to start, Hake for main and a chocolate tart to fish it all off. Nice selection of wines and a variety of cocktails and beers! It was quiet busy when we arrived into the bar. We were seated at 9:15 instead of 9:00 but this didn't impact our experience overall. Attentive staff in the restaurant area. read more

Just call me Violet Beauregard, as I rolled out of this place stuffed to the gills and home down the quays. L'Gueuleton doesn't take reservations so if you're going on a weekend come early or be prepared to wait. We came in on a Wednesday and there was plenty of free tables. I had the chicken, which was fine, tender but lacking a bit in flavour. The dessert, raspberry shortcake, was out of this world. read more

Work meal out number two of recent times took me to a place I've heard a lot of good about in the last few years. We were a party of eight or so, it was a Tuesday night, and l'Gueueton was busy enough but not overflowing. It was a set menu of €35 per person for starter, main, dessert and coffee/tea. There was a limited selection of desserts and they wanted our order at the outset, a tad irritating as who knows what they want before they've eaten their main meal? Also, I didn't like any of the three choices, which I suppose helped with the decision-making, as there wasn't any. Straight up, I am intolerant of sub-standard service. I've been a waitress, on good days and bad, in fair weather and foul, and I know what hard work it is, sometimes thankless, and how lots of people who do it have other, more interesting lives/aspiring careers etc., and that the highlight of their life probably isn't being a waitress. And I also know that it's a job that relies on friendliness and a good manner, and being able to project that even if you don't actually feel it on a given night. And I think that in Ireland a level of service with a smile that you would expect to see in the US isn't really our style, and that's ok - it feels ott. But we're good at a natural kind of friendliness and it should be a bottom line for any halfway decent restaurant to enshrine this into staff, as important as the food actually as god knows it impacts on the customer's experience just as much - or almost, anyway. So, as you might guess, we found this restaurant fell down in that department, as our main attendant failed to impress, and just to prove I'm balanced, it wasn't me who first called it, it was another member of the party, one closer to footing the not inconsiderable bill than I, who was distinctly underwhelmed by the attitude. And, as the meal progressed, the feeling spread. A second attendant who came later on was great and saved the day a little. I found the meal fine - the mackerel pate was fairy standard, the aubergine bake the same, though lacking flavour. One rib-eye steak eater battled with fat, another ate it all. Some were more impressed with their meal than others, some very positive, but the general feeling was a little underwhelmed, not helped by the lame service, which only showed the vaguest signs of life when the bill was being sorted - go figure. Having heard so much positive press, I was really open to enjoying it more and wasn't looking to find fault. Perhaps we just got a bad night, but I wouldn't be rushing back. read more

Ok, the last time I was here I swore I would never ever come back again..and then I went back on Saturday night with my best friend after we couldn't agree on where to go for a light dinner. I reluctantly went in and thought about wine and salad, but lo and behold, one of my favourite Italian specialities, Bresaola, was on the menu. How could I resist. And with loads of rucola and slivers of parmesan. Now this is a cold dish, so there wasn't a chance it would be botched up so I ordered it, with a half litre of house wine (to share of course!). And then came the most charming of waiters I think I have ever been served by in Dublin. I knew then that this was going to be a good night. So the wine arrived, then the bresaola, which was layered over a pile of dressed rucola and topped with the cheese. Divine. Too bad we got the sweet brown bread. Italians don't serve bresaola with that bread (and I know...remember, I lived there!) and it just didn't suit. Peccato! After a couple of glasses of wine, including my friend's half glass that was spilled all over my jeans, we had decided on dessert. I had the Paris Brest, which I chose over the 'Chocolate porn' CMH I was hemming and hawing over. Divine. Just divine. So I'll be back, if they'll have me and promise the appropriate bread for the dish... read more

Probably the nicest ale onus dinner I've ever had. Got the steak and veg, got the steak medium. When it arrived it was charred and crisp on the outside and when I cut into it, pink and juicy, mixed with the garlic butter it was perfect. The highlight though were the chilli green beans absolutely off the chart. Highly recommend this place. read more