Andrew Edmunds in City of London, Westminster

This is one of my favourite places in London and I normally recommend it to my friends and people I know are big foodies. This restaurant has been a staple of my London life since 1992, the year I moved to Uk, and it has always been consistent, faultless, and just perfect. The ambience is still good, the food is still good, the lack of attention to detail and the rushed, careless service from our waiter ( a short, bald guy that was probably rushed off or simply too busy to cope with guests asking for guidance on wines, or desserts, leaving us meanwhile we were talking to him, mid-sentence), is simply unbelievable. If you are busy, I understand, but leaving us meanwhile we are deciding, or asking your opinion, is not ok, no matter how you want to look at it. It happened twice, when I was asking for advise on the wine, and then again when we were trying to order the desserts. I am ok with waiting, I am ok with receiving the starters before the wine we ordered, I am ok with leaving the langoustine shelves on the table for a long time and getting the wine at the wrong temperature, and not clearing a small table, not replacing the dirty plates and cutlery, and not bringing the new cutlery, but it is not ok to tell us in an angry way to move a very small iPhone so he could put the new food on the table without having cleared the dirty plates and cutlery which were there for a long time first. This was also a birthday dinner for my best friend, and this was specified in the reservation. Of course it was ignored and nothing was mentioned or even acknowledged during our dinner. Again, I am astonished by how badly things have gone in one of my favourite places on the service side. We ordered the smoked mackerel and the langoustines to start with, the pork chop with fennel and the hake with anchoiade, plus a very good Chassagne Montrachet, and a brownie with blackcurrant and creme fraiche, together with a meringue with pear and chocolate sauce . I am very sad to say I am not rushing to go back . Which is a shame, as I was very fond of this restaurant.

I have been looking forward to taking my Mum here for months, I had saved up to have a really special evening but from the start I was disappointed… We were rudely greeted by Alice with “come in” and then “do you have a reservation” after it was very clearly stated on the door, only reservations were welcome! After a few minutes we were asked “do you know what you want” in a very impolite manner. All of this set the president for a very fine evening…not. We were sat near the bar and the hosts did not act professionally or make their frustrations unclear. At one point Alice huffed very loudly, this was one way amongst others that she made it very clear she did not want to be there or host us that evening or anyone else in the restaurant for that matter. It seemed we were there as a massive inconvenience. This was all a huge shame as the food was absolutely delicious and everything we could have wanted. The man who delivered our food was so polite and smiley, great hospitality…something Alice and her colleague need a lesson in, or 10. To me, it seems this restaurant is in need of a new front of house team or its reputation will burn to the ground Dear Andrew Edmund’s chef team, thank you, your food is delicious however, your FOH team is frankly rude and let you down.

Great food and the team looking after us were first rate.

The worst meal I have had in a long time. Food was bland and over priced. The 'black rice' dish we ordered was just a bowl of oily lentils with some chunks of beetroot. The 'greens' were a bowl of cold, over-salted cabbage. Would not go back.

This restaurant was such a lovely experience! With its small and cosy nature, we were immediately welcomed into the restaurant by the kind staff and had a lovely evening! Not only was the atmosphere phenomenal, but the food was exquisite! It was hard to even choose where to start!

Big disappointment. Our server was rude and the food was way below pair. Won’t come back.

I have been here a few times, but the last time before tonight was many years ago. Well, it is still as great as I remember it. The food is spectacular and the staff is just GREAT. I was being slow in deciding my main but the staff accommodated my request to switch the vegetables in the main with different vegetables from another main, without making me feel an annoyance or embarrassed, which I really appreciated it. They also have an incredible, long, superb list of French wines. We had a fantastic Pomerol and I was able to finally taste a Muscat de Baumes de Venise at the end of my meal. FANTASTIC PLACE

Excellent. Great romantic/discreet atmosphere. Very good service and food. Highly recommend.

A delightful and cosy little restaurant in the heart of Soho that evokes an older and more bohemian London. The menu and wine list are top class as is the service. My venison was an excellent dish for a cold London day!

The food is nice and reasonably inexpensive for Soho. I wouldn’t rush back in case I was sat in the cold, dark empty basement again though. The waiter was very rude and made quite a big deal after I discreetly and politely asked to move upstairs, where there was still some empty tables. He told me to make my own atmosphere and kept referring to my request to move in front of my guests. It’s an a mid range bistro right down to the style of food, paper napkins and the churlish maitre d. The waitress is pleasant and polite.

Gorgeous restaurant! Wine selection and recommendations were fantastic, food was delicious and loved the handwritten menus. Cosy atmosphere and wonderful waiting staff!

This was our second visit to celebrate a special occasion. The restaurant is excellent. The atmosphere with its cozy wooden finish and dark candle lit setting is second to none. The hand-written menu and it's nameless entrance add to its appeal. We loved the starters: carrot & chestnut soup and crispy pig's head. The long and reasonably priced wine list was also well explained by the staff.

It was a really nice place and we went for Valentine's Day. I saw on the website they had a Valentine's Day menu as well as the usual a la carte menu. We did not want the Valentine's Day menu but when we got there and sat down they told us that on that day there would not be the a la carte option. This was not stated anywhere during the booking process and ended up having to spend a lot more money than we wanted which felt wrong. Just a heads up to the restaurant please make this clear before confirming a booking.

The menu is very small and the day I went, 3 out of 6 entrees were seafood. No roasts or any of the traditional British fare I expected. I had a rigatoni with ragu which was extremely mediocre. My wife had a pork chop which was good but not amazing. I was also not aware they had a very small store of liquors and unfortunately, I don't drink wine. The atmosphere is nice but depending on where you sit, the candlelit dining room may be too dark for you to read the menu. I'd try it the next time in in London as the menu does change daily... but I am unimpressed

Some of the best food I’ve had in London. Highly recommend!

A gem in the dohi. High quality English food in a place with few tables and very well attended. Good wine list. Highly recommended

My only complaint is that our starters and main were so satisfying and delicious that we sadly didn't have room for pudding.

V special dinner in the private dining room upstairs for a dear friend's birthday. V intimate. Felt like old Soho. Sophisticated menu and service. Didn't see the prices as we were guests!

Good venue, good food, served in a timely manner. Very good choice of wines.

Absolutely splendid food and service

Great service, asked advice on a bottle of wine and really enjoyed the bottle recommended to us. The food was all rich in flavour and large portions. The only let down for us was we had an early booking so the restaurant was not full and they don't play any music so the atmosphere was abit lacking. Otherwise can't fault it.

I recently visited this restaurant for a date night, and was taken aback by an incident involving the restaurant owner. A customer had voiced a legitimate concern about an unpleasant odor in the restaurant and issues with the service. In response, the owner confrontationally told the customer, "You are not our people and you should never come back again." This encounter was quite off-putting and unprofessional. As a result, we have decided not to return to this establishment.

One of my favorite spots in London, phenomenal food. Service and atmosphere is special and I always make sure I can stop in for lunch and dinner when in town. Make sure you save room for dessert.

Great little restaurant, food is awesome, very intimate setting with real candles. Really good wine list and reasonably priced for the quality of the food. Would absolutely dine here again

Excellent restaurant for a great lunch. Lovely ambience and food was excellent. Great wine choices too, including half bottles, perfect for lunch.

Love this place. Efficient service, lovely food and a range of drinks to enjoy. Good value, good job!

Wonderful late Friday Christmas lunch. Waiter worked our table out brilliantly and managed to put us in our place whilst being utterly charming. Actress took over and had the same wonderful, easy-going humour that is almost impossible to find. Food was great but it was the staff that made the afternoon. The best Hospitality in a restaurant I have experienced for some time. What a treat. Charlie

Love it all, food, wine and casual service all great

Old school soho restaurant perfect for dates. It was ha great atmosphere and vibe to it and the service is impeccable. Wine is great but I must say food was slightly disappointing. Starters and bread were delicious but our main dishes were slightly cold. However it might have been the case of ordering the wrong thing. I will for sure come back.

Food was good and value was good. I had a frosty welcome from a short Italian guy which wasn't a great start. The serving plates, cups etc are basic but the food is good. Service was ok the lady there last night was very warm and friendly. Avoid the tea and coffee super basic and waste of money but it was a pleasant lunch. Overall I wouldn't go back. This was how much I paid and I don't drink.

Absolutely delightful experience here. The food is heartwarming and savory, the staff are fun and playful, the wine list is long and the vibe is softly full of character and characters. Can’t say enough how nice and refreshing a place this is. Can’t wait to come back soon.

A small, but cozy restaurant in the heart of Soho, lovely food choices, well priced and an extensive (and unusual) wine list

Andrew Edmunds is a small and very authentic restaurant serving a mix of European/English dishes. It looks like they only take guests with reservations - so make sure to reserve a table. The atmosphere and service are great. Very friendly staff and nice candle light atmosphere. The food is good, but not exceptional. The sole was fresh and well-prepared, but was missing a bit of taste.

So good. The bread is divine. Mackerel spot on. Every detail shows precision of the preparation and choice of product. Highly recommended.

Such a gem. Great and affordable wine. Menu changes regularly. Cozy enough for date night but also good atmosphere for friends and business get togethers.

I’ve been there a few times and it has always been amazing. The place is so beautiful and romantic. The food is absolutely delicious. I love their wine selection, from a very low to a very high price point, there is choice for everyone.

We have a tradition going back 14 years of going here on our anniversary - it is such a wonderful place: lovely atmosphere, the staff are fab, the food is excellent and we always have good wine. Definitely worth a visit!

Super little restaurant. Very nice setting. Friendly service. Staff are great. Food is exceptional. Well presented. Lovely menu. Every mouthful was bursting with flavour., colour and vibrancy. Well presented. A real must when in Soho. Heartily recommended.

A truly Wonderful experience. Great atmosphere, food was unique and delicious, service was attentive and professional. Can’t ask for more. Was glad to have made a reservation!

My husband and I ate here last week. All good! Haven't eaten at Andrew Edmunds for a couple of years, and fortunately, it seems pretty much unchanged. We had a table on the ground floor, which was our preference. There's quite a bit of coming and going, and maybe in the winter, it might be a tad chilly with the door onto the street opening and closing. The food was really excellent. We both had fish for the main course; my husband chose the hake, and I had an absolutely delicious Dover sole in brown butter. Service was absolutely fine, though I wasn't 100% sure about the staff chatting loudly together on the background about their social lives. Of course, you're in central London here, and so prices are high, though they're definitely not particularly higher than anywhere else in Soho. Recommended.

Delicious food, bit cramped at our small table, very busy. Sadly they didn't want us to linger over coffee...

Relaxed, high quality dining at its best. I went with three friends and we had the best time chatting for England while dining on delights such as crab and fennel salad, stout cake and hake with borlotti beans. The menu was excellent and none of us could fault the food and wine we chose. Service was smooth, professional and non-intrusive, the ambience was chilled yet chic. I will be back!

We had the most lovely evening at Andrew Edmunds. They have seasonal produce. The food was delicious, the ambiance romantic and the service very friendly. We could see why it's so popular!

Friends introduced us to this nice restaurant, tucked away off Carnaby Street, a few months ago and we decided it would be good for late Sunday lunch before an evening concert. On the previous occasion I'd been very impressed by the food and wine (in my view this place is a better version of the Noble Rot) but less so by the service - which had initially been good but tailed off after a waiting team changeover while we were dining. On this occasion, however, everything was absolutely spot on. The short menu, with dishes changing every day or two, has something for all/most tastes and the food is both simply and really well presented. The wine list is a joy - not massive but a nice international selection and well priced compared with the vast majority of central London restaurants. On this occasion the service was impeccable from arrival to departure and the friendly/efficient staff made us feel very welcome - a full 5* experience. Well worth a visit and we'll definitely be back.

Posto intimo e informale. Ottime le pietanze e personale molto alla mano e pronto a consigliare e ascoltare le proprie esigenze. L'ingresso del locale si mimetizza con la facciate del palazzo e l'ingresso è tra le due porte principali del Building. Una volta entrati si scopre una bellissima location. Se volete mangiare dopo le 18:30 si consiglia la prenotazione. Da tornarci per un appuntamento, cena di lavoro o una cena tra amici.

It's been quite a while since I've been here. But it was like seeing an old friend. So warm and welcoming, wonderful staff and as ever amazing food...

Great food and service definitely worth a visit

Sitting in the basement is definitely underwhelming and dreary. Food was soso, very traditional British. Not wowed overall

Soho at its chilled out best. Went for an anniversary dinner and it reminded us of how Soho used to be about 20 years ago. Very relaxed with absolutely top notch food. Service was knowledgeable and friendly. The melon soup with nduja was a highlight as was the calves liver. Amounted to a lovely evening out.

Tiny Soho bistro style restaurant. The food here is really excellent -high end eating. We had three courses each with wine, and it came to around £80 each. Hence I feel the prices are surprisingly modest, considering the high standard on offer. Wines were very diverse in price, ranging from around £35 to £750 a bottle. The service is great, just the right balance of attention without excessive focus. If I had a criticism it would be the table packing, which is very tight indeed, but our fellow diners were pleasant and restrained, luckily!

Some of our dishes were excellent...melon, burrata, tongue, Sourdough bread. Some were just good...pork. sole. Service was very good. We ate in.the downstairs dining room and it was noisy, I think some cushions or soft furnishings to absorb the conversations a bit would help.

Fantastic food along with great service. I did find the tables crammed & seats uncomfortable. I appreciate it's part of the character but I do like to be comfortable.

Proposed to my Mrs there 8 years ago and yesterday we had our anniversary at the same place. Amazing service and food as usual. Keep it up guys.

Delicious lunch and excellent service

Bottom Line: Perfect for an intimate, yet casual date without breaking the bank. Highs: Intimate setting, coupled with excellent service, made my visit to Andrew Edmunds a wonderful experience. The menu was handwritten, and our waiter was helpful in pairing our choices with the appropriate wine. Their bass special was simple yet divine. The space itself was quiet, candle lit, and homey. It was a welcoming atmosphere, not intense or over the top. Lows: None; I only wish I had room for more dishes!

After reading some reviews I was unsure what to expect… however moments after arriving I knew I would absolutely love this place and that was even before tasting any food. The staff are so friendly and helpful, I wish I knew my waitresses name because she was incredible all night. And the food… WOW! 10/10! We had a lamb starter then the beef wing for main with a few sides (the potatoes are something else). The atmosphere was super cute, something I’ve never experienced before and something I’ll always remember. Honestly I can’t fault a thing.

Love this place, a proper Soho institution. Good food and one of the best - and most reasonably priced wine lists in London !

We ate upstairs in The Academy Club (guests of a member) The food was absolutely fantastic. I had one of the very best chicken dishes I've ever eaten, wine was superb as were the cocktails. I've fallen in love with this place.

The beauty of Andrew Edmunds restaurant is that you never quite know what is on the menu that day - something of a double edged sword though for some. I have been three times recently and loved everything that was served to me though some of our party were less enthusiastic. The menu, whilst quite short, I have found it to be eclectic, unusual, pleasantly surprising and all perfectly cooked. I have tried things there that I have seen nowhere else (fantastic!) I would give it 5 stars but deduct half a star only for my guests, some of whom struggled to find something that suited them (on that particular day anyway). The service is as good as anything I have experienced in London, friendly, helpful and always delivered with a big smile; I would happily give it 6 stars if allowed to. The wine list is not huge but varied and totally complimentary and compatible with the dishes of the day. It is also extremely pocket friendly. In short? I love it. My default in the West End. Can't wait to go again (in a week or two).

Enjoyed my meal but the cod could have done with a zing of flavour, a lemon slice maybe. The dish was a bit bland for my liking, though the griddled courgettes added a great pop of flavour but there weren’t too many with the dish. Service was ok, nothing to write home about. Some people have called this the best restaurant in london! I def would not agree, a nice spot but expensive for what it is.

This was a terrible experience. The lamb was over cooked and the manager was very rude to me when I returned it. I hate returning food, but this food was burnt, and I hated getting disrespected for it. The manager showed open disrespect and disdain for me as a customer.

We came here on a recommendation. We had a good cocktail and appetizer, but our main course was quite overcooked. Additionally the manager was rude and condescending to us when we brought this to their attention. We ended up leaving after drinks and apps without replacing our entree. Our waiter was kind, but the manager was nasty for whatever reason. I would not recommend this place.

My favourite restaurant to eat at in London. Brilliant food and drink at a reasonable price. Lovely atmosphere and service.

This restaurant revived my faith in restaurants in London having seen a decline in food quality and service in some of my favorite restaurants over the past few years. I was first attracted to their comprehensive wine list. Good selection from around the world at very good prices. A selection of magnums too for larger groups. I went for late lunch on a week day with a friend. Great atmosphere, good service and excellent food. We both had the pork chop as the main. it was delicious! we chose some high end wines but I still feel it was great value for money in central london

What it is not: fine dining. Glasses are of low quality and presentation is meh. What it excels at: cosy, intimate, value dining experience. Great portion of well-seasoned, professionally cooked food; consumer-friendly mark-up w/ some old vintages you cannot easily buy on the market; and warm, unpretentious service you find in your neighborhood pub. One of the best places to dine in London for wine lovers.

The best small restaurant in London possibly. Been several times now and it never disappoints. Great service to match to wonderful food. Always a good choice of wines

One of my favourite places to be in London. For many reasons and happy memories. It’s a place like no other.

Step away from the sin & sleaze of Soho & into Andrew Edmunds and you’ll immediately find the comfort of a rustic interior with wood panelling, creeky furniture and patrons lustfully crammed next to each. There’s a quiet buzz as friendly veteran waiters expertly manoeuvre the narrow gaps in flickering candle light bringing trays of food to first date nervous couples or some looking for more clandestine encounters… The food revolves around traditional British hearty dishes…think Guinea fowl, Lamb rump, shredded duck confit, pot roasted rabbit all of which are served rather generously without any pretentious presentation. The wine list’s low markup and some wonderful finds (Chassagne Montrachet Michel Niellon around gbp 70) makes up for the generic glasses and after the first bottle, you’ll tend to be less uptight about these sort of things… At the end of the day, it’s just good old-fashioned food in mischievous romantic settings ❤️

So romantic and intimate, the service and food was exceptional.

High quality, tasty food for great prices. I think this has to be one of the best restaurants in London for the quality to price ratio if you're looking for a nice place to eat on a date. We had two starters: the squid and the duck. Both were paired nicely wine by our water. They were fresh tasting with the crunchy veggies complimenting the textures of the meat. For mains, we took a fish and a meat dish - both delicious. For dessert, we had the cheesecake. It was pretty good, but I think you can find a better Basque cheesecake elsewhere.

Fantastic food lively atmosphere and staff very helpful well worth a visit

All round great meal out. Wonderful friendly service with knowledgeable staff able to make solid recommendations. Delicious food. And we weren't rushed at all, which is a big bonus these days! I'll definitely be back.

Feels like authentic Soho, a traditional menu, changing daily with wonderful staff and am extensive wine list. I've been visintg for over a decade and love it every time

When I cook I like to cook like them yum

Food: nearly perfect execution, although some dishes were bland and needed more seasoning. Polenta especially. Service: staff presence seemed limited and preoccupied. Atmosphere: romantic in the basement and more lively on main floor. Try the pork chop and explore the wine menu! Avoid the polenta.

Don’t bother trying to book here for any kind of special event. They’ll book it in and then closer to the time they’ll pretend they have no idea what you’re talking about. Useless management/reservation team.

Small but mighty, we were lucky to walk in and get a table for two. Amazing food. Well priced wines. Only to be rivaled by the laughter and spirits of the hosts. Really great spot!

Amazing restaurant with incredible service. See you again soon!

Excellent, tasty, pleasant service and frankly not extortionate.

This restaurant was recommended by a friend, but sadly, it did not live up to expectations. The food was very basic and lacked presentation and quantity. Hubby had the pate, which he said was very nice, but he would have liked 2 slices of toast with it. The slice he had was very small. I had the mackerel, which, although tasty, was full of bones. A small amount of pickled red cabbage accompanied it along with a tasteless dollop of something. Mains disappointed too, with hubby having the pork and I had the monkfish. Although nothing was wrong, we both felt the food didn't offer value for money. Maybe a little bowl of olives on the table, maybe the offer of some bread and maybe a few more vegetables would have changed the whole dining experience. It felt like we were being rationed! We weren't tempted with desserts and decided to just get the bill, pay and move on.

Fantastic place! Service was spectacular, food amazing, decor and ambiance super cozy. Overall experience just 5 stars. Loved this place so much. Specially the people. Its amazing to find a spot like this is the middle of Soho. Very much recommended if you are in London or in the area. Just loved it!

Delicious, great service and cozy dark atmosphere. It feels like a travel in time, fully recommend.

A Soho gem. The skate was well cooked but sadly tasted as though it had previously been frozen. Service does seem to have slightly dropped since the sad loss of the namesake. I hope it is just a blip. Still a lovely restaurant.

This is a restaurant in a lovely quirky building. Small but very interesting menu and an extensive wine list to accompany very good food. Helpful staff and an enjoyable evening.

One of the best quality and value restaurants I’ve been to in London, food was divine, great wine recommendations from the staff, lovely atmosphere, can’t wait to go back

First time here in a while. Not much has changed, though there were quite a few tourists in amongst the boozy publishing and media lunches. AE must have been positively reviewed in a NY travel mag! But the food is still excellent and the vibe is the same. Long May it remain so.

Love this place. Great wine, excellent food. Lovely staff.

Good food, wine, and staff. Could work on the dessert though! 4.5 stars

Friends suggested this place for a leisurely lunch in town, as we all love good wine and are as happy with a nice meal, in informal surroundings, as the full Michelin star thing. Andrew Edmunds is an intimate restaurant in Soho that ticks both boxes - and while it's quite 'cosy' that didn't detract from a very enjoyable dining experience. The food menu is quite short but changes daily and included a couple of nice fish specials the day we visited, so something for most tastes including vegetarian options. Where it really excels is on the wine side, with a brilliant list at very sensible prices (the founder's USP) and good knowledge among the staff. Service was also excellent for all but the last 30-40 minutes of our visit, when different staff started clearing away before we'd finished and then, when we decided it was time to leave, ignored our requests and took an eternity to bring the bill. The food and wine (particularly the latter) deserve top billing but I can't quite give a hard-earned 5* rating when the service was so variable. However, am happy to go again for the dining experience and just hope they might focus a bit on providing more consistently good service.

Love wine? Good French food? This is your place. It ain't fancy but the mark-up on their excellent wine list is negligible. Loved it.

I have been wanting to go to this restaurant for a long time. I like the style of food and the wine list is fantastic and good value for money. The atmosphere is good and the service matched. My daughter and fiance both like good food and wine and were very important.

wonderful place and great food and wine

A wonderful restaurant with a great wine selection.

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Great gluten free options thank you

Joli endroit, discret, aux tables étroites et un peu serrées. La carte des vins est incroyable, la carte un peu moins. La langue de bœuf est à tester, le rissoto de riz noir à éviter. Éclairés à la bougie, gentiment accueillis et servis, nous avons passé un moment très agréable. Le lieu est plutôt fréquenté par des londoniens... c'est un signe.

Great food , the atmosphere is so interesting. We loved the food here , great selection of wine as well. This place is definitely going to my 'must revisit list'

We’ve been coming here for years (decades!). The food is always great, the wine list awesome but the service has become inconsistent and is definitely getting worse/ colder - the place is slowly losing some of its charm

Very unique and romantic atmosphere. Candle lighted tables with exceptionally good food and friendly service. Business, romantic, family or friendly dinner. It is the ideal place.

Absolute worst service and the food is not very impressive either. The expensive meat came out cold, we asked to have it heated up. The waiter did not care, took the plate without a word and returned three minutes later. Obviously not enough time to heat it. No apologies. Never returned to ask if we were happy with our meal. The meat was grey, cold and anything but tender. The fish not good. The bill still included the "optional" service charge of £15...never returning here. Stay away.