Items ordered:…read more Crispy aubergine tops, amba Burrata, Grezzina courgettes, preserved lemon oil, basil Wildfarmed flour pita, tahini Grilled cucumber, black sesame sauce, Aleppo peanuts Grilled onions, Westcombe ricotta, vadouvan cashew oil Wolves Lane tomatoes, peach, basil, lime Celeriac shawarma, bkeila, fermented tomato Lamb and pistachio kofta, harissa, yoghurt, rhubarb salad My wife and I had a few days to ourselves without the kids, and we wanted to try something a little more adventurous and unknown. We had seen Rovi highlighted on the TV show Somebody Feed Phil, and we were excited by how vegetable-forward the place looked to be. This is a place for adult tastes. I think we would've really struggled to find dishes that our daughters would enjoy eating here. Rovi comes from chef Yotam Ottolenghi, an Israeli-British chef who primarily cooks modern middle eastern cuisine. The thesis of this place is to "celebrate vegetables from root to tip", and they really do that. There are meat items available, but vegetables are definitely the star throughout the menu. First of all, I'll say that this is probably the best restaurant we've eaten at all year. Every dish had a specific flavor profile, and usually multiple distinct flavors could be felt in each dish. It's even hard to pick out a favorite or even a least favorite, because everything was so good and so unique. The first dish we were served were the aubergine tops. They were perfectly crispy and not too oily. I could taste the natural aubergine flavor, and there were plenty of other spices to complement it. The burrata came next. It was complemented by generous portions of fresh mint and olives. The burrata itself was extremely fresh and light. Like all the other dishes, there was plenty of acid that went well with the core flavors. A cucumber salad was next, which was really highlighted by this amazing black sesame sauce with peanuts. Those little hits of black sesame made the entire dish. The grilled onions were recommended by the server, and they featured on the Phil show. I can see why. I have never liked the natural flavor of onions, especially green onions. But this dish had grilled the onions to a level of caramelization that made it really easy to enjoy the onion without its sharp natural taste. There was also an incredibly fresh ricotta below it that ate almost like a tofu. Either this or the Aubergine tops were our favorites for the night. The tomato salad were a seasonal item, and the tomatoes came directly from the restaurant's own garden. This dish was good, but relative to the other dishes, this one was the most conventional in terms of flavoring. The celeriac shawarma was also recommended by the server. It's kind of bold to put just celeriac as the main texture filling inside a pita and call it a shawarma. But the celeriac itself was very meaty and satisfying, and I didn't miss the meat at all. The pita itself was also very fresh. I should note, we had also ordered a separate order of pita, and the tahini sauce that came with it was also a highlight. The final dish was the lamb and pistachio kofta, and this was the one really traditional meaty dish we got. Even in this dish, there were all sorts of additional vegetable elements, with a rhubarb salad and a really nice yogurt. The meatballs were done extremely well, and tasted like the best possible combination of lamb meatballs and falafel. This was a real highlight of our whole UK trip, and I would gladly go back if the chance were to arise.

I was a bit skeptical based on how heavily promoted add-ons and merchandise were pushed during the…read morereservation process but the food lived up to the hype. The restaurant is gorgeous as well but what really makes the entire experience is the staff. From the host to the waitstaff, everyone was beyond lovely and kind. Special shout outs to Jacob from NY and Bella from Vancouver BC that were just the best. We started with the artichokes and radishes, both of which were lovely. We did the mushroom entree and the homemade tahini and pitas were to die for. Last but not least the sticky toffee soft serve was delish - I ate every single bite. Great dinner spot for my first proper visit to London!

Had a very nice lunch here. Located inside the Radisson Hotel. The restaurant calls itself a…read morePeruvian / Italian Started with Tuna Tacos. 4 mini tacos with chopped Tuna Sashimi, and a cabbage slaw. Ok... nothing special Seabass ceviche - Amazing - a filet of Seabass marinated in lemon, lime and spices with avocado, corn and red onion. This was special and paired with a nice glass of Chardonnay it worked well. Peruvian grilled chicken - Came with 2 skewers of dark meat chicken served with aji verde sauce. It was tasty but I'm not a fan of chicken thighs so I gave it to my husband. Ambiance was nice, if you're looking to splurge on a lunch, this is a nice one.

Monmouth Kitchen is the on-site restaurant of the Radisson Blu Mercer where I was staying on my…read morerecent trip. Their breakfasts were atrociously priced at something like £30 a day, so I didn't partake as I honestly can't imagine a breakfast being worth that price tag. But I came down on my last night for a glass of wine and a small bite (sans reservation but was seated right away in their bar). Small bites is the name of the game for suppertime as their menu is designed to share. It's also rather meat-forward, but they do have a vegan menu as well with some specialty items. I had the Margherita pizza which was very small but also the perfect size for me that evening as I wasn't very hungry. The wine list is impressive. Service was fine for my leisurely supper. The bar and restaurant were lively right up until closing. Absolutely fit my needs for the night.

We spent Valentine's Day at Clos Maggiore and it was an incredible experience from start to finish…read more If you are planning a visit, book well in advance--this spot is popular for a reason! The Food: We did the Valentine's set menu, and a fair warning: it creeps up on you! Every course is delicious, but by the time dessert arrived, we were absolutely stuffed. Even if you aren't typically a seafood fan, give it a chance here. The dishes are incredibly approachable, well-balanced, and clearly had a lot of thought put into the flavors. The Vibe & Dress Code: The atmosphere is unmatched, but learn from our mistake! We spent the day exploring Covent Garden and didn't have time to head back and change. You definitely want to dress smart-professional to match the elegance of the restaurant. We felt a little underdressed for the level of experience they provide! Summary: Romantic, delicious, and worth every penny. Just dress up and come hungry!

After we figured out where it actually was, it was hands down the best dining experience of our…read morelives. Everything was portioned and cooked perfectly and the ambience was relaxed and it was around Easter time so it was themed as such which was cool to see! The service was phenomenal and we never felt rushed or anything and they answered any questions we had about the menu or a specific item.

loved everything here. if you come as party of 3 and order 3 mains then you get all 6 sides…read more Large portions, plant forward with fresh veggies, great flavors, priced accordingly. mediterranean inspired, and had the prawns and sea bream, and aubergine. nice tart dessert

We wanted to grab a quick bite before leaving for the airport on our last day in London, and…read moreOttolenghi Spitalfields fit the bill. I'd wanted to check out an Ottolenghi while we were in town anyway, and it seemed like a great place to get pastries for my husband and kids and something more interesting for me. We walked over from our hotel at around 12:30 on a Saturday, with the goal of getting back to the lobby by 1:00. Ottolenghi was nearby, tucked into a cute, very British sort of alley. Thankfully, the place was quiet, and we were able to sit and eat a fast lunch. The set-up was a little bit confusing, with a take-out operation in front and a larger cafe area with table service. The cafe seats were maybe not available for take-out customers, but I was able to talk to the host and get a table for a short dine-in situation, with food selected from the take-out section. The boys got croissants, but I wanted some of the lovely savory pastries and deli salads on display. Weirdly, I wasn't allowed to get the first thing I asked for, a tartine with sugar snap peas that was take-out only for some reason I cannot imagine. But I did get a brioche laden with courgette, pitsachio, and mint, as well as a summer deli plate with my choice of three salads. I went with the green beans with roasted pineapple and jalapeño dressing, the roasted carrots with pistachio, lemon, charmoula, and ricotta, and the roasted lemon and sweetcorn tabbouleh. Everything was fresh and tasty, and we were able to eat and leave in like twenty minutes flat. Service was fine, despite the arbitrary withholding of sugar snap peas. Ottolenghi is a London icon well known in America, and while I don't think it's as exciting as, say, Dishoom or St. John, it's also an easy, casual place with multiple locations, where you might get some good food on the go.

This was hands down one of the best meals of my entire life. The interior of the restaurant is…read moreabsolutely stunning and the service is elite. We arrived early and sat in the bar/lounge area to sip cocktails while we waited. I ordered the Velvet Eclipse, essentially an espresso martini. It was rich, not too sweet, and not too bitter. It was perfect. They also brought out green olives and savory seasoned crackers for us to snack on. They kept them refilled as well, which was nice. The service was fantastic and we never wanted for anything. We did their three course menu with the wine pairing. The Sommelier was brilliant and I loved everything he selected. To start, they brought out a bread basket and amuse bouche which consisted of a savory cream puff filled with a liver mousse and a little tartlet. Both were excellent bites. For my first course, I had the risotto primavera. It was cooked to perfection and the saltiness of the Parmesan with the sweetness of peas was incredible. Next, I had their steak, which was absolutely perfect. It came with a mushroom ketchup that really elevated the meat's natural flavors. For dessert, I had the Congolese chocolate torte, which was incredibly rich while having such a light texture. Each course was excellent and imaginative. Be sure to do the wine pairing, it's well worth it! This was truly a Michelin star experience!

They no longer have the tasting menu as during my last visit but the three-course prefixe off the a…read morela carte menu is very good. My favorite was the scallop appetizer. It was perfectly cooked and came with a small cauliflower steak and frisée salad. There was nothing wrong with the sirloin steak, but as a British server in another restaurant once told me: an American should not order steak in a British restaurant. The cheese selection was excellent. Service was mostly fantastic but a letdown at the end. A server asked me I wanted port with the cheese. I said "yes." He put down a class, returned, and poured a glass of Taylor's 10. I remember thinking, this is okay but the 20 would have been nicer. When the bill arrived, I was charged for Taylor 20 instead of 10. It's only a few quid difference but the charge should be correct. I pointed this out to the server. He said he would check with the sommelier. When he returned he said I was served the Taylor 20. I had seen the bottle of 10-year with my own eyes but it seemed needless to argue. It was a disappointment after an otherwise excellent meal. Even if they thought I was wrong, they should have refunded the four or five pound difference off a check that was nearly 300 quid.

This was my first Michelin Star experience. I made a reservation for a Friday evening to catch up…read morewith friends while in London. The hostess provided coat check and we were seated. Our first waitress wasn't the warmest but the waiter toward the end of the night turned out to be American and we bonded over that lol. We were provided a complimentary appetizer which was not to any of our tastes. We were a bit too late to do the early dinner 3 course dining so we did a La carte. They seemingly just changed from the summer to fall early dining menu and that didn't quite pique my interest anyway. I had a fish dish but I unfortunately don't remember the name. It was good and appropriately filling. One friend had the open face oxtail lasagna which I tried and was delicious. We skipped dessert but it was one of my friend's birthdays and they gave her a card signed by the staff. We lingered a bit with our cocktails before deciding on the next spot. My friends got the margarita which they enjoys and I had a French 75 which was just ok. Overall I wasn't blown away. I've been to other Michelin rated (bin gourmand etc) which I feel had better food and service for the price point.

This place was extremely disappointing for a Michelin star restaurant. We came on a weekday evening…read moreand the restaurant was empty. We did the tasting of 6 dishes and everything was just too salty and the flavors did not blend on the dish. Almond soup: one of the better dishes and fairly refreshing Veal tartare- presentation was poorly executed and the peach had some dents on the side. Lobster ravioli- good on its own but way to salty with the lobster bisque which had a slightly burnt taste Fish: fish itself was fine but the babaganoush pairing was odd and the red sauce on top and zucchini were way over salted. Lamb- a little gamey and red pepper hummus that came with it was very salty and didn't pair well with the dish. Dessert- milk multiple ways was creative and basically ice cream with a wafer on top made of milk. Service was fine as the place was fairly empty. But maybe there's a reason why it was empty.

PRE-RONA.... This…read moreis one of my favorite places in London. Sometimes you want to go to a spot that has a bunch of variety and is close enough to the hustle and bustle with a spin on being far away from everyone else. This is really a review for the drinks in the bar downstairs and the vibe of that secret speakeasy. This is one of my favorite secret spots in London that is a part of Momo. The drinks are some of the most inventive cocktails and the vibe brings you to a different place and time. If you're looking for a break from the pub life... head downstairs to the bar. Hopefully, it will be safe to drink inside again soon.

Such an amazing discovery in London! We were looking with my…read morefriends for a place to seat and have a tea/coffee. We were around Regent street and we found Momo cafe by walking through small streets. Quiet area with a nice terrace and not crowded at all! I ordered the mint tea with some orange blossom flavor, delicious! Good price for a nice tea! I have to go again to try the food now

We had a lovely experience dining here this evening…read more The atmosphere was wonderful, though it was quite loud inside and difficult to hear one another at the table. My Chicken Milanese dish was very good, with a large portion and very nice sauce that was rich without being overpowering. Both my mom and bf described their dishes as quite good as well. My mom tried a peach Bellini that she also quite enjoyed. A little on the pricy end, but great for a nice meal type of occasion.

Business dinner at The Ivy and my first time here. The restaurant is unique with its garden Theme…read more We all ordered our own starters and the whiskey barrel smoked salmon was the most popular selection, presented with a glass dome of smoke which wafted up when the dome was taken off. The smoked salmon was delicious served with the dark eye bread. For entrées the most popular was the tradional Shepard pie, one had the blackened cod and a few had the sirloin steak. We all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The steak was tender and cooked to perfection. The shepherds pies looked beautiful with the piped mashed potatoes toasted on top. Desserts were varied with the creme brulee being the majority choice, served flaming. The restaurant was a bit noisy making conversation with people not next to you difficult, but overall a unique place to dine. The staff were all friendly and helpful with menu selections. Bonus, it was a short walk back to our hotel. Definitely recommend.