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The food, as ever, was delicious, fresh ingredients beautifully cooked. The service was impeccable, the staff friendly and efficient. The restaurant is perfectly laid out to give diners plenty of room. And none of the canned music that blights so many dining experiences! A splendid experience which we look forward to repeating!

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. 2024-07-26

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I booked Clarke’s for my mums 70th birthday family dinner. I was honestly blown away by the service we received. We had pre organised champagne on arrival and a personalised birthday cake for dessert. We absolutely loved our dining experience, the food was delicious, the service was fantastic. Sally came over to chat to us and wish my mum a happy birthday. I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better restaurant to celebrate such a special occasion! Thank you so much!

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Cazzy . 2024-07-25

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We knew the owner Sally Clarke when she was still in California, before opening this spot in London. We have visited her at least once on every trip we've made to London. In the late 1990's by coincidence my parents were in London on their only foray overseas. I took them to Clarke's. My mother asked "where's the rest of the menu", having never been to such a place. This is epitome of fine dining, without the pretentiousness. I won't bore you with the luncheon menu details as it changes daily. But it was quite the treat on our five days at the BBC Proms this year.

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TheDude . 2024-07-23

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If ever you are in London and want to eat a fine meal - this your place . This fine dining experience here for us was unforgettable . The most charming place to eat a satisfying meal classy to the core . The excellence in service , the quality of food and the decor outdo each - perfect . I came here with my family of six and had reservations ahead of our visit . The food menu has options for vegetarians ( limited ) and non veg ( more). The leg of duck and the fish was supreme as I could see the family members enjoyed it . My pasta dish was creamy and tasty . The choice of wines are good . This fine dining comes with high prices but worth it. The icing on the cake was I got to meet the legend Ms Sally herself with words of appreciations for coming here . The perfect star and her star eatery . Highly recommended .

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kamakshi2015 . 2024-07-14

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Clarke's Nottinghill Review Clarke's Nottinghill, established by Sally Clarke in December 1984, is a London restaurant with a rich history and a loyal clientele. Known for its simple, seasonal cuisine and welcoming ambiance, Clarke's has long been a staple for artists, writers, and local residents. However, my recent visit to Clarke's for a birthday meal presented a mixed experience that left me questioning the value and service quality. Atmosphere and Setting The dining room at Clarke's is elegantly decorated, with light sage-colored walls, woven bistro chairs, and pristine white tablecloths, creating a comfortable and inviting ambiance. Paintings by renowned artists like Hockney and Freud adorn the walls, adding to the sophisticated yet homey feel. The table spacing was just right, ensuring a cozy but not cramped dining experience. However, the fair ambiance was overshadowed by a disappointing service encounter that set an unfortunate tone for the evening. Food and Presentation The menu at Clarke's features a blend of British and Mediterranean influences, celebrating seasonal ingredients with a simple, no-nonsense presentation. We started with Scottish smoked salmon with crème fraiche and rye toasts, and burrata with flat peach, pistachio nuts, and garden rocket. Both starters were fresh and flavorful, though unremarkable in presentation. For the main course, we had the roasted Scottish halibut fillet with datterini and red peppers, and the grilled Correze veal fillet with sage and broad beans. The halibut was well-cooked and complemented nicely by the wine we chose, a Sally Clarke Touraine Val de Loire Sauvignon Blanc. The veal fillet was tender and accompanied by perfectly steamed spinach and potato mash. We concluded our meal with a selection of British and Irish cheeses, affogato, Peche Melba, and Eton Mess. The desserts were enjoyable, particularly the Eton Mess, which offered a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Service Despite the pleasant setting and decent food, the service was a major letdown. The manager on duty rudely moved our plates to another table after they had been sitting on ours for just four minutes, without offering any apologies. This experience marred the evening and made it difficult to fully enjoy the meal. Value for Money Considering the high price point, the overall value for money at Clarke's was disappointing. The food quality and taste did not justify the cost, especially when coupled with the subpar service. While the restaurant has a storied history and many glowing reviews, my experience suggests that there are better dining options in London for the same price range. Conclusion Clarke's Nottinghill may have a long-standing reputation and a loyal customer base, but my recent visit did not live up to the expectations set by its history. The ambiance and food were satisfactory, but the poor service significantly detracted from the experience. Given the high prices, I find it unlikely that I will return to Clarke's, especially considering it was meant to be a special birthday meal.

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John Mendoza . 2024-06-23

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Always a very civilised lunch with delicious food 😋 and faultless service.

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Marcia Kaye . 2024-06-19

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We arrived spontaneously for lunch and enjoyed sitting outside so much we ate lunch and then had something sweet with a coffee and then bought some premade food to take home for our dinner. The mushroom pizza was amazing! Thank you 😊

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Naomi Hull . 2024-06-08

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wonderful spot for an elegant lunch Sally comes around and checks on her patrons

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michaelv . 2024-06-07

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We were filming last Sunday and a completely incandescent ex husband to poor Sally Clarke turned up, shouting, threatening, cut to chase. Police arrived ,Film crew left. Just hope the poor man can recieve some therapy and anger management. Utterly stressful. Apart from that. I've always loved the place. The shop people opposite were divine as was the superb manager of the restaurant. Just sorry about, Mr Shouty. He does need to stop bullying women!

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Milly Ellis . 2024-06-05

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Absolutely vile place … the owner has been throwing tantrums and abusing people verbally

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Daz Moive . 2024-06-03

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An exceptional meal in a friendly and convivial setting. Really quite wonderful

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Edd Bagenal . 2024-05-31

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As always, Clarke's offers a brilliant balance of friendly attentive service, warm relaxed ambiance and above all delicious fresh beautifully cooked and presented food.

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Foodie . 2024-05-30

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A great welcome from all the front of house staff greeted us on our arrival for a birthday celebration. We enjoyed delicious food, beautifully served and, quite un-asked, a birthday cake appeared at the end of our meal - for which we were able to sing a suitable chorus! A wrap-around relaxed atmosphere prevailed in the restaurant whether you were enjoying a quiet meal or, like us, having a birthday get -together. An evening to remember.

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Bobbie W . 2024-05-15

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Still my favourite restaurant! but now I miss the 'Sally's Menu selection' at dinner. This was a set price menu for dinner, selected by the chef who knows best. It NEVER failed to impress, you just ordered "two set menu" without looking, knowing it would be please. Sally.."Please, bring it back!" so I can come for dinner instead of lunch.

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Chef Paul . 2024-05-14

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A beautiful dinner in a very nice restaurant

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K Ward . 2024-05-11

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Lovely Restaurant, all courses were fantastic, as was the service . One of the best dining experiences I have had in West London.

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Monique P . 2024-05-10

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Everything and everyone- fantastic!

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terryp . 2024-04-27

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With so many 5 star ratings and a price over £250 for 2, I had high expectations. Chosen with care I expected to go WOW sadly I didn't. The service was super efficient but they clucked over the regulars like a mother hen while not once where we even ask how was our day or why we were in London. Dining out is an experience sadly this aspect just came across as pretentious. My wife's starter of asparagus has a beautiful hollandaise sauce and my lobster was fine but a bit chewy. Both our mains of Chicken and Dover Sole were uninspiring with the blandest carrots we have tasted in a while. My cheese board had nice cheeses. The strawberries tasted beautiful but seriously a bowl of brown sugar and cream for £16 even in London. To be clear each course was fine but not once did I go that was amazing which is what I hoped for with so many 5 stars for me it was 3.5.

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PAULC . 2024-04-20

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Delightful and perfect from start to finish. Thank you

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H . 2024-03-11

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absolutely fabulous restaurant, outstanding dishes of real food tastefully made in a very pleasant environment

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RobertP . 2024-02-17

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A delightfully warm welcome was followed by a delicious meal, served by discretely attentive and knowledgeable staff. A lovely relaxed occasion made very special through the service and attention to detail which prevails. A evening to be remembered with great pleasure.

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Bobbie Ward . 2024-02-02

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My London favorite for 18 years! Sally Clarke is a culinary hero. One feels immediately welcome in the gracious, intimate and understated elegance of her restaurant home. The menu never misses. Nobody does better with fish, potatoes and delectable sauces. The vegetables are sexy! I would eat anything she sources and prepares. Thank you Sally and your lovely staff. PS the new GF bread is extraordinary.

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. 2024-01-23

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.....you have one of man’s most precious gifts – a selective memory. At Clarke's your memories will only be of contentment. The ambience, from the moment you set foot through the door, to sitting down at a pristine white table-cloth, that first sip of a drink and the delicious dinner served by charming, discreet yet attentive staff, all combine to make contented memories. Seasonal ingredients - Jerusalem artichokes, venison - are offered with old favourites - halibut, souffle Suisse - and a well disposed wine list with expert advice at hand. The several rooms, with amazing works-of-art, were full and quietly buzzing with a variety of age groups on my week-day evening visit, which is so encouraging these days. My memories are now selected and will be maintained by Clarke's high standards and consistency.

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Mike H . 2024-01-17

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The food here is sublime. Service professional but not stuffy & the atmosphere warm & welcoming. Well worth a visit.

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Redmond . 2023-12-28

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After my first visit in late summer (meeting a NZ friend I had not seen for 7 years because of covid) which made the meal even more memorable. I booked for my wedding anniversary and we had such delicious food - the kind of food that makes you smile - in fact the best food we’ve ever eaten at a restaurant. Delicious, fresh… the kind of food that is enjoyable to eat. And friendly attentive staff - we loved our wine, champagne and coffee so much that we went over the road and bought it (along with mince pies, chocolate etc etc ) in the shop. A special place for special occasions

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Q4189WZalisonl . 2023-12-26

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Perfect food, service and atmosphere. Want to come back again.

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Hisamitsu Hara . 2023-12-24

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Sally Clarke’s is everything you could hope for in a fantastic meal. The cuisine is intelligently sourced, carefully prepared, and gracefully served. I have often dined here and always wonder why I would dine anywhere else with equivalent flavours and cuisine. To dine here is to experience Art, in all the senses. After years of visiting this establishment in Kensington when in London on trips from the U.S., I specifically chose this neighbourhood when we relocated to London to be within walking distance from Sally’s restaurant. Sally’s has never failed to provide a top-notch dining experience for me and my family and our closest friends.

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Pcadry . 2023-12-22

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Simply put, I think this is the best restaurant in London!! We had a truly wonderful dinner here. The atmosphere was just perfect, and beaten only by the delicious food! Which I will be dreaming about for months! The staff led by Sally Clarke are so welcoming, and are attentive and at the same time discreet. Thank you for the most exquisite evening!!!

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Tom B . 2023-12-12

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Clarke's restaurant is one of those few restaurants that you will never forget. I travel a lot, have an awful lot of dinners with clients and can now compare with several of the greatest restaurants in the world. The ever changing, surprising, menu, the extremely fresh products (farm to table, carefully chosen), the splendid manners of the staff and calm delightful atmosphere of the restaurant itself, made it a night to remember. Actually, it was so good that I was lucky enough to dine there twice in one week, and both occasions were equally memorable. A definite must go, if you can get a table..

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janO9099YH . 2023-12-12

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Exceptionally professional, polite and well-dressed service. Excellent food. Not noisy so one can easily have business or social conversation. I put it on my list of go-to restaurants.

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Michael . 2023-12-07

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Fabulous food fabulous service. We live in the North and therefore don’t get down to London that often. Hadn’t been to Clarke’s in a while but it was as good as ever. Well he back!

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Jill54 . 2023-12-01

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We had a lovely time at Clarke's last Saturday, we were 4 of us, from the moment we sat down, we were offered still/sparkling water, delicious bread selection, followed by Clementine bellini. All the staff were very friendly, attentive as they provided impeccable service. Food was flavoursome and succulent. I had Veal chop which was amazing. Definately recommend this beautiful restaurant for special occasions and can't wait to come back soon.

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Sam S . 2023-11-29

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As always and so consistently, Clarke's is a haven away from the bustling world, a calm, beautiful space where one always feels welcome, relaxed and treated with great care and unstuffy elegance. The food is delicious and showcases the flavours of each dish to perfection. I have been a loyal customer for years, and still always very much look forward to each visit with enthusiasm. Bravo Sally, you are running a great show and making many people very happy!

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DaphneD . 2023-11-24

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Overrated! Big disappointment. The food is average quality, nothing exceptional. The menu is difficult to understand, we have been told that "first courses" were appetisers, but there was 65£ truffle tagliolini in the list. Nowhere in Italy you can find "pasta" as starter. The menu has no identity, a mixture of Italian and French tradition badly combined. Anyway, the service was the worst part of the visit. We could not held a conversation, because we were constantly interrupted by the waitress. We didn't even finish to eat and she was already taking plates away. It was Saturday night but the restaurant was half empty, so no rush to have the table back. We ordered 2 glasses of wine and they arrived directly in the glass from the kitchen, we didn't get chance to taste it and the wine was watered. No one came to the table to advise on wine either. For a restaurant that has Michelin starred prices, the service is nowhere close to be acceptable. I would not come back or suggest to visit this place.

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veronica russo . 2023-11-22

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Another wonderful meal at Clarke's. Very nice service.

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OMCO . 2023-11-22

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After a recommendation from my hairdresser to visit Clarkes restaurant in Kensington church st, I decided to make a reservation for the evening, the interior is very clean and fresh and the food was absolutely superb, Our waiter was wonderful and up on his knowledge of the menu when I asked questions. This place is an easy recommendation and I will definitely be booking again.

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Susanna Bowman . 2023-11-15

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We attended a fundraising event at Clarke’s that they supported to raise money et for disabled individuals to ski in Austria. The food was Austrian themed for the evening and it was fantastic. The welcome, service, food and wine were top class. The support the restaurant gave to the Charity helped to raise significant funds for the charity. A great evening and it seemed to be appreciated by all.

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pandtReading . 2023-11-11

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A really lovely and memorable evening at Clarkes. A wonderful atmosphere with excellent service - attentive but not overly so, and delicious food. Located in a great area that feels like traditional London! Will definitely be going again.

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Jez Fawcett . 2023-11-11

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We've had an excellent lunch at Clarke's last week. Delicious food with their daily-changing menu, friendly and welcoming service by Paul and his team and a great wine list to choose from. We will be coming back!

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ErnestaAmi . 2023-11-08

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We went for a family dinner. Paul and his staff were attentive and welcoming. Great atmosphere. The food was absolutely amazing. Wonderful evening. Highly recommend.

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Joao H . 2023-11-07

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Il ristorante Sally Clarke e' situato nella zona magica di NOTTINGHHIILL la cucina è molto curata con ingredienti freschi e genuini. Il personale di sala è molto preparato, abbiamo anche conosciuto lo chef e il suo staff, ragazzi ingamba.. Che dire ottimo connubio cibo e vino.... Ottima esperienza sensoriale.... Consigliatissimo....

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138niclal . 2023-11-07

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Not a hotel but the restaurant was amazing but comes at a cost £££

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Will Mackenzie . 2023-09-28

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Absolutely phenomenal. All the way around (Best espresso I’ve ever had!)

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Jacksonvilleregular . 2023-07-28

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It has been a few years, but I fondly think back to when my husband and I ate here. We received a warm welcome as soon as we walked in and the food was absolutely delicious. We would both gladly come back when we find ourselves in London again.

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Candace O'Loughlin . 2023-07-10

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My wife always wanted to try Sally Clarke's and we were not disappointed. Very nice atmosphere, no background music for a change, excellent or top service and nice food. Excellent combo for one very nice evening.

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AlexandreM . 2023-07-06

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Beautiful restaurant, amazing food and wonderful staff. We were very late, but never rushed once. Highly recommend!

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Nils Koop . 2023-06-24

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Wonderful dining experience. We were referred to your restaurant by friends from Texas. Will return when back in London.

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Greg . 2023-06-06

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Great evening with friends. Lovely food, seamless service.

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Sue Pickard . 2023-05-30

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Busy restaurant working as dinning for the wealthy and rich in London, the service was slow but good on the end. Dinner well above £100 per person so considering the plates is not great value however the quality of food was not bad, cheese selection bit disappointing for the postcode also have better coffee as luck of crema and lukewarm once on table.

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Sylwester Piasecki . 2023-05-18

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Fantastic duck leg, so crispy and juicy Take the Lemon tart, so tasty Sally's kindness makes you feel at home

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Daniele Righi . 2023-05-13

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Fantastic spot near Kensington Palace. A British friend took us and the food was spectacular as was the service. Also loved the fact that there were only a few tables in the room where we dined which made it easy to hear each other. And because we were the only Americans there, we were probably the loudest table. Anyway, loved it!

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Margot Calabrese . 2023-05-13

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A favourite for over 30 years Clarkes never disappoints. A class act.

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Fifi . 2023-05-10

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Fantastic! Amazing ingredients, lively atmosphere, great wines, staff totally professional, it's everything dining out should be.

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Matt Kemp . 2023-04-29

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Outstanding restaurant, food is delicious , pure and of amazing quality. Service outstanding and the atmosphere is calm, sophisticated and pleasant throughout

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RobertP . 2023-04-22

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I organised a dinner in their private room for 21 people. The whole experience was first rate. Planning straightforward, food was exceptional, service immaculate and friendly. The whole team made it a memorable occasion and whilst not cheap very good value all around. Totally recommend

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Anne Lloyd . 2023-04-15

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My wife’s favourite restaurant and I loved it too Fabulous team, wonderful food and the perfect place for a long lunch!

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Bob Munton . 2023-03-25

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Now it’s my one of the favourite restaurants. Always welcoming, fantastic food, ambiance. And literally 5 minutes from our office. Just PERFECT!

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EllaElla_77 . 2023-03-22

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What to say about my favourite restaurant in the whole of West London? It is perfection on a plate, served with charm and aplomb!

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TimC . 2023-03-21

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We had the most wonderful evening here last night in the private dining room. Faultless service (a huge thank you to the amazing Suleyman and to Alexander also). Fabulous food - so delicious. Portion sizes spot on. The whole evening was PERFECT and there was nothing I would’ve changed. A huge thank you to the whole team.

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Rachel C . 2023-03-19

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At long last we've returned to one of our favourite London spots. Although Sally is no longer in the kitchen, the standard of cooking remains at the highest level. We were greeted warmly by her and had a chuckle about Lago Blue. There was something on the menu for everyone. Freshest ingredients available. Sally's lunch menu was a super bargain (but one we resisted in favour of an a la carte selection). Impeccable service.

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Paul Lavin . 2023-03-18

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Wonderful meal, excellent cooking, great wine and personal service.

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JonathanT . 2023-03-18

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What a wonderful experience I had at Clarke’s. Will be back for more.

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Veda Adnani . 2023-03-18

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Wonderfully seasonal & fresh vegetables, food to perfection, attentive staff. Top end prices, but came away feeling well worth it.

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Mark . 2023-03-05

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Heel leuke sfeer , buiten de drukte van London Een 30 m met de taxi van uit het centrum London maar een leuke trip naar Kensington! Eten was fantastisch, bediening zeer vriendelijk en kader heel leuk !!!

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873nadined . 2023-02-25

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Outstanding food - fresh, seasonal, lovingly prepared - and attentive service. Always a pleasure to get back!

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Primula71 . 2023-02-24

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I recently dined at Clarke's and it was quite the treat! The food was excellent, well portioned, and bursting with flavour. They have a daily changing menu which adds a touch of excitement to each visit. The service was impeccable and the staff were a real highlight - warm, welcoming, and with a good sense of humour. You'd expect a 'white-tablecloth' restaurant to be stiff, outdated, and dull, but Clarke's is quite the opposite. It has a lively atmosphere and I left feeling satisfied in every sense. This restaurant is definitely one of my new favourites.

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Nathan Jessop . 2023-02-07

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Our first visit in decades! Why? From superb reception to superb food and service. Enchanting atmosphere. Amazing interesting duck. Not silly prices. Good value for money. Truly a happy gastronomic experience.

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andrewgG3269AQ . 2023-02-07

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Always fantastic food and service. I tend to have small business lunches here where I know I can guarantee quality, discretion and frankly a calm and unhurried meal.

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Andy . 2023-02-07

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Fantastic, one of the best restaurants in the world

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adrian economakis . 2023-01-14

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Clark’s is one of our eternal favourites and never disappoints. Three of us with quite different tastes, all found something to love for every course!

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MarthaG . 2023-01-11

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An elegant restaurant with conservative atmosphere. The main disappointment was the lemon sole main meal. Only half of a sole was served which I doubt met standards on weight portion. The vegetables were limited and the carrots were undercooked. Even though I had a starter and a dessert, I was left feeling somewhat hungry. All enjoyable but did not measure up to Clarke's costing of a 3 course meal.

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Climber765792 . 2023-01-11

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I had dinner here a few months ago with some family and friends. The food is not cheap, so one would expect a certain level. Sadly many of us had steaks, and most had the same issue, the meat was so tough. Nobody complained at the time, as the meal was paid for by a kind family member, and the occasion meant it was not appropriate to mention to the person. However the issue was mentioned a day or two later to the venue, and they did not seem to believe our words. The service charge was refunded in the end, but the whole occasion was spoiled...and we still paid full price on the meals. No real apology was ever made. I would strongly advise against eating here.

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wilesto . 2023-01-07

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Beautiful place ! Food was so delicious and the service amazing !!! I recommend it ♥️♥️♥️

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Tamara Mendez . 2022-12-14

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We were put by the doir and were very cold. The first course was excelkent, but veal chop thick and tasteless, we took half hone forr the dog. My turkey was large slabs, no potato, just carrot puree and some green cegetable underneath and wasnot nice.zabaglione cake was a victoria soonge a d quite nice. Not what one would hope fir for 100 pounds a head

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CarolineR . 2022-12-08

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My partner and I left London in 2006. We were used to going to dinner at Clark's very often. So after more than 15 years we went back, and what a pleasure to see that everything was perfect as before, the cuisine, the decoration and the staff. And cherry on the cake, one of the managers was still there, i was so happy to see him again. I really recommend !

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David D . 2022-11-16

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Wonderful meal. Service and experience.

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JSone . 2022-10-25

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Our booking was for 6.15pm and we arrived a few minutes early. The restaurant comprises an ante room just inside the entrance where there are a few tables and the main room to the left of this. When we arrived there was only one other table occupied and that was in the main room. We were shown to a table in the ante room initially and because the main room looked more inviting we asked to be seated there. This request was just about tolerated and we were shown to a table just beside where the serving staff enter the dining room from the kitchen - so a heavily trafficked location. Given that all other tables except one were free we asked for one of the other available tables. This request was acceded to with poor grace. So before the meal commenced we felt unwanted and uncomfortable. We've had the good fortune to have had a few meals in The Ledbury pre-Covid and level of hospitality we experienced there was exceptional. The contrast in the level of hospitality we experienced in Clarke's, even before we had a look at the menu, could not have been greater. Unfortunately matters did not improve with the food. My main course of halibut lacked flavour while my partner's chicken dish was reasonable. I had blackberries, rasberries and figs for dessert and that was exactly what I received - just the fruit on a plate, nothing else. The meal in general was extremely poor value for the prices charged. The quality of service, while attentive, can only be described as poor - dishes were served and plates removed in silence, no interaction to speak of. The only staff member who displayed any warmth was the most senior waiter who, when we mentioned our disappointment with our experience, did express regret. We did notice during the meal when the restaurant began to fill up that a lot of the guests seemed to be regulars and they were warmly received. It would seem that if you are not a regular here you do not merit

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Jamesaug . 2022-10-19

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A warm welcome from the eponymous owner set the tone for such a happy dinner. Tables are not shoved together.The staff are thoughtful and gentle. The menu was not lengthy but offered an intriguing array of seasonal dishes. The wine list is intelligent and fairly priced with modest bottles as well as Mouton 2006 at £1,500. I yearn for Le Caprice and Bibendum before it was ‘ transformed’ ( sic). This was as good as it gets and I immediately booked a table for December when i got home. So professional but charming not clinical.

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Krug79 . 2022-10-16

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Sublime! A wonderful atmosphere . Exactly how a restaurant should be but rarely is. Intelligent wine list and the proprietor herself was running the show!

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prof regan . 2022-10-16

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Maybe a bit pretencious nice decor food quality not up to the prices pass

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Gregory Dayton . 2022-10-04

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I hop into this restaurant by chance after shopping around Nottinghill. I did not notice it was a michelin restaurant until I wrote the review and it really justify the reputation. I took a 3 courses lunch. The salad is just amazing! Crispy greens, fresh apricots, caramelized walnuts, cottage cheese. The taste, texture and flavor of all ingredients compliment each other. Simple yet complex that demonstrated the true essence of farm to table dishes. The main course - pan fried chicken with grilled sweet corns and spinach was very nicely done as well. The dessert apple pie was chunky, puffy, soft and very fulfilling. Service was top notch.

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Angela20140210 . 2022-09-12

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As a fan of Sally Clarke's books and approach to food, I've wanted to go to Clarke's for a long time A real treat, the cooking was perfect, service excellent and there was enough mid-range wine to choose from (for those not wanting to spend 100s on wine!)

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nhw23456 . 2022-09-07

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Amazing food. The staff was great. It is definitely quite expensive but for a reason. The clients are usually on the old side but it’s a must try in the neighbourhood.

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Edoardo Balocco . 2022-09-04

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Nice classical and relaxing surroundings. Very good all rounder from business to friends or just couple a attentive service, good food with excellent ingredients

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CarolineB . 2022-08-17

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It’s always a special occasion to be in Sally Clarke’s and her team’s oh so capable and expert hands. The food offerings are fresh and delicious, the setting is warm, fun and has some pretty nice art!

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HappyintheHood . 2022-08-16

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Clarke’s Restaurant is now in our top bracket of restaurants in London. From the moment you arrive you can feel the service and attention which flows through the food. With an excellent wine selection and privacy at the table this place has all the attractions.

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JohnL . 2022-07-27

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Quality of farm fresh food to table was a outstanding. Rated a four as it is very expensive. Preparation and presentation were impeccable. Service was very good.

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Brian . 2022-07-21

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Clarke’s used to be brilliant - delicious, interesting, fresh flavours & well worth the price. We’ve been twice since lockdown and both times it’s been really disappointing. The dining room is a wonderful space but the food is under-seasoned to the point of blandness - yet the prices are sky high. I had a peach & burrata salad that honestly tasted of nothing, followed by a very ordinary pesto pasta. Pudding was a bowl of strawberries & cherries over ice (which meant they were too cold to taste of anything much). I don’t know if the chef has changed but it’s now way too expensive for the very ordinary food it serves.

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Llanva . 2022-07-21

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Clarkes never fails you! Always superlative on all counts.

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MarkL . 2022-07-15

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Still the most original and creative dishes, with exquisite service— a classic and yet fresh and inspiring dishes!

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Redhead2 . 2022-07-14

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Very civilised restaurant. Impeccable service. Impeccable decor. Slightly formal but not overbearing. Recommended for business lunches and romantic dinners

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Andy . 2022-07-13

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All aspects of our visit to visit were excellent in every way but we would mention in particularly the food was outstanding. We all thoroughly enjoyed our visit

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MichaelW . 2022-06-18

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Normally it is one of my favourite places in London. This time I was very disappointed. We got a table next to the bar where they were doing the dirty dishes. We asked for a table in the main area, they said it was full. We were sitting all by ourselves in that area. We ordered white wine for with the starters and red for the main. 5 min after we ordered we already got our starters. They cleared our plates and we immediately got our main (5 min after we finished the starters). It was too quick, we didn’t even had time to finish our white wine and they gave us the red. We didn’t enjoy the waiters passing every 2 sec as the bar was next to us, sound of them doing the dishes, sitting there by ourselves and having the food very quickly served. No good experience at all this time

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. 2022-06-17

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Always a reliable staple for clean un-fussy cuisine cooked perfectly. I have had breakfasts and lunches here and they have always been great meals. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, and I like the ability to converse with my dining companions without having to raise my voice. A lovely relaxed atmosphere!

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yttastes . 2022-06-14

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Delicious food presented beautifully. Very expensive! Stingy with bread.

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FoodieSanDiego . 2022-05-31

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This is my favourite London restaurant for I know I am always going to get the best quality food, cooked perfectly and with excellent service. It is not an inexpensive restaurant but the standard of quality and service at Clark's is very high.

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ladywholunches . 2022-05-24

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we have visited Clarke's twice in the past 6 months and it has been consistently excellent. Food and service are fantastic and it is a shame restaurants like this seem to be dying out in London

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StephenC . 2022-05-21

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Great, very attentive staff, delicious food in a very relaxed atmosphere

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HilaryB . 2022-05-19

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It was a fun evening, hope to visit again 😊

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Elliott Ball . 2022-05-14

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I know this will sound overblown, but our evening at Clarke's was, quite simply, perfect. From the moment we booked some nine months ago nothing was too much trouble through the whole planning process. The family party included some people with special requirements, and Clarke's...

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jeremypD7976ON . 2022-05-11

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