The Potting Shed Restaurant & Bar in City of London, Westminster

Excellent, superb food, great atmosphere, lovely staff. We will be going back

I stepped inside for a late breakfast or porridge and coffee. Great food, charming service and a quiet, cosy atmosphere. An oasis of calm away from the busy street above. I will return for a lunch or dinner one day.

The English, as we know, don't be offended, they don't have traditional cuisine, at most meat or fish and chips. We tried this restaurant which seemed to have a British feel. The place itself is nice, the staff friendly, but the price/quality ratio is terrible. I don't recommend it. For a sirloin and fries choose other places

Beautiful Sunday roast, with tender beef. Immaculate service. Interesting décor and good 1950s jazz soundtrack — not overpowering. Lovely atmosphere.

Lovely place. Delicious food and excellent service. Would definitely recommend.

Came here for dinner with colleagues on Wednesday 25th September 2024. The service was exceptionally slow, and the portion sizes were limited especially for the price. Most of the food was cold, and the starters were particularly disappointing. The calamari was barely edible and the arancini consisted of three tiny balls. 34 GBP for a halloumi salad is also extortionate when it was nothing special.

We went for the Afternoon Tea which was very tasty! Good selection of food nicely presented and delicious, the carrot cake and lemon cheesecake tart were my favourite. Lovely setting, was very quiet, well decorated and beautiful crockery to go with the afternoon tea. A good selection of teas to go with food, I had the white jasmine and apricot which was very refreshing. Would definitely go again.

Lovely place to eat, outside area with garden was delightful. Good quality food, and friendly staff. Would definitely return.

We thoroughly enjoyed the experience of high tea. The staff were very friendly and it really felt like the perfect place for tea.

Underwhelming breakfast, in presentation, size and price. It’s just the breakfast buffet room of the Dorchester.

It's just a nice quaint summery restaurant on an August summer afternoon. The fish chips and Risotto we ordered was impeccable. Nice good place for a silent good lunch.

Mixed review…food and setting is good but the staff really let it down. We went for lunch today and most of the staff either ignored you or treated you as if they were doing you a favour by serving you. I guess they were under staffed as the place was full of empty glasses and used dinner plates. Such a shame as it could be really good.

Disappointing food in a nice setting. Very nicely decorated restaurant, but the kitchen is not keeping up to standard. Overdone steak - medium rare came as well done. Tasteless dry gnocchi served with bland salmon. The so called ‘bruschetta’ turned out to be tiny pieces of toast with a bit of tomato and cheese. The only thing I liked in the whole meal was the non alcoholic cocktail. But even that could have tasted a bit sharper and fresher. Oh and the side salad was good, made with fresh salad leaves and nice dressing.

Nice little cozy place. Perfect for a relaxed lunch

Out of the way, quiet, perfect for a good chat. Smart and tasteful decor - typical Firmdale. Straightforward, efficient unfussy service. We had the Sunday roast - nothing special, but perfectly ok.

Lovely little cafe below the Dorset - great spot for just for a relaxing evening tea or for a work lunch!

Found this tearoom very luckily after our visit to Sherlock Holmes museum. Although we hadn’t made the reservation in advance, the staff kindly asked the chef if afternoon tea could be prepared for us, and again luckily we were able to sit and have the afternoon tea-which was very tasty and nicely presented!! My daughter loved it and was so happy :). The restaurant itself is very nice, and other food menu looked nice too. We wish to visit here again, and I believe this could be your lucky choice for afternoon tea in London!

Outstanding quality of service and food , led by Luca and Giulia, would definitely come back for a function or just a meal.

Fantastic place in the middle of the city close to Marylebone station. Beautiful ambience

I’ve been here twice and both times had good food. The ambience and decor is lovely and it is close to Regent’s Park and Marylebone station, which is convenient. Best to book a table as it can get busy and they can advise best times to attend.

Lovely venue, down some stairs at the Dorset Square hotel. Nearly walked past it. Had the prawn and avocado starter, chicken schnitzel and chips, crème brûlée & shortbread all perfect and the service was great too. Only just realised they hadn’t included a service charge. :(

Disappointing I ate here midweek with an old school friend on a Wednesday lunchtime a few weeks ago. The restaurant was quiet, only a quarter full, and we had a lovely meal, at a spacious table for two, served in a timely fashion, with good service and food. I raved about the restaurant to my partner and so I booked it again for today. Today however, Saturday, there was only one waitress on duty for both the bar and restaurant area when we arrived, and the service was incredibly slow. We arrived at 6pm, our starter didn’t appear until 6.45, and the main course eventually at 7.30. We had no cutlery for the main course and despite asking for it, I eventually had to take a set from a nearby table before our food got too cold. By this time we’d lost our appetite and I didn’t finish my meal . The restaurant wasn’t even particularly busy (three quarters full) but the waitress placed us on a table squeezed closely by a door that led into the hotel. This meant our table being continually nudged by guests from the hotel as they entered the restaurant. The waitress apologised for the slow service and said that it was because we’d unfortunately chosen the busiest day of the week there!! Disappointing as the bar and restaurant ambience is very nice and clearly when only a quarter full, the staff can cope effectively with demand in the restaurant. We may just have been unlucky with our allocated table and timing, but I would certainly never go back there again at the weekend. A quiet midweek lunch is definitely a safer option.

Lovely little discovery and fab alternative to the bland station experience in Marylebone. Less than 3 minutes walk, but a world of difference

Really enjoyable meal in a wonderful setting.

I came here as a tourist alone and I found comfortable eating at this restaurant. I came here for breakfast one day and dinner for the another day. The food, service and atmosphere were all great. This place is quiet and is suitable for business meeting or dating.

I was spoiled to have the entire restaurant to myself in a Saturday at 1pm. A glass of champagne, French onion soup, and squash/goat cheese salad was superb. The staff was so wonderful..a true secret gem hidden down the steps from the street.

Nice quiet downstairs restaurant with cricket theme interior. Good food and excellent service. Our waiter Reggie even arranged a surprise dessert for my sweet toothed wife, which was much appreciated.

Service is excellent. Our server Michaela was amazing. She was so courteous, caring and very knowledgeable with everything on the menu. Our lunch was made even nicer with the courtesy of Michaela 😊

Came here for pre theatre dinner. We have had a number of uncomfortably noisy restaurants of late, so this was a very pleasant surprise. Comfortable, nice, good range of choice, high quality food, good service, clean. Rather quaint.

Couldn’t dock a single point off this place. Food was delicious - every dish tasty and fantastically presented, atmosphere was pleasantly relaxing and service was flawless.

Lovely experience! Great and nice waiter

Cozy place, nice atmosphere with very attentive and friendly staff. A gem if you wanted good enough food (more 4.5/5 but I couldn't put 4.5) in a nice cozy setting with less crowd

Intimate spot for a decent bite to eat - and you'll actually be able to hear what your fellow diners are saying. Special kudos for the bar service: in our case, impeccable Negronis and Gin & Tonic served with generous bar snacks. Food is not fancy - essentially posh pub grub, but well done and pricing is ok. A very useful find in a quiet part of the city. (note: we loved the RikRak by Kit Kemp hand soap in the loos and ordered some immediately!)

Definitely recommend checking out, but a little on the pricey side for what it is.

Breakfast on a Saturday morning was disappointing. Service was very slow, the food itself was of meagre quality, several items were forgotten or came late. Steep prices and low quality. A shame as the atmosphere is quite nice and the location good.

We held a celebratory lunch here on a weekday afternoon, and from the initial planning stage with the manager Luca, through to the actual day itself when Giulia and her team attended to us, the whole experience was exceptional. We could not have found the staff more accommodating, helpful and responsive. The quality of the three-course lunch was superb, and the cocktails were mixed to perfection. The Potting Shed has clearly met the very high standards it has set itself. We shall definitely be coming back again.

Was looking for a quality restaurant on way to Marylebone station trying to ignore cafes pubs and chain fast food shops Stumbled across The Potting Shed and were impressed from the moment we entered as met by happy smiling staff The waitress from Italy was delightful as was our chat with Joe the Executive Head Chef of the hotel group Then the food arrived and we ( as serious foodies ) were highly impressed with both the presentation the quality and the hot freshly prepared content If you want a warm comfortable excellent quiet restaurant within three minutes of Marylebone Station then follow our advice and go to The Potting Shed — you will not be dissapointed

Really loved my visit to the Potting Shed and hope to return in the not too distant future. We had Sunday lunch and it was delicious. The portions were generous and the food was well cooked and presented. The staff were friendly and welcoming and the restaurant is comfortable. I am very picky but could not find fault. Well done Potting Shed, keep a seat for me.

Loved it!! Didnt take photos of all the food but was amazing! The bruschetta was sooo good!

Fab fab fab fab fab lovely staff

Great place for a leisurely dinner. The acoustics mean that you can actually hear each other..

Last Tuesday I had a drink with a lovely lady around the corner, we decided to have an impromptu drink at the end of the evening somewhere else, we magically found this and decided we should give it a go. The potting shed is an interesting bar/restaurant with an interesting cricket history. The barmaid was an absolute 'ode to joy'. Whatever you're paying her or isn't enough because she is a treasure that needs to be protected at all costs. If you're in the baker Street area then the potting shed is a must.

“We had a really lovely experience with great service and ambiance and extremely tasty food. The only negative point is that it is a bit pricey but that would not stop me recommending the restaurant"

Delicately made food, great staff

The staff at The Potting Shed were kind enough to accommodate us for an afternoon tea session at last minute. The scones were delicious and fresh, the tea was excellent, and the staff were nothing but warm and friendly. We so appreciate them treating us so well for our last tea time in London! Thank you!!

Cosy spot for a business lunch. Great food, service maybe a teensy bit slow

Today I ate the 25 pound promotion for a Sunday Roast and a glass of wine, the portion is smaller than many I've eaten, but it had a very good difference in that it was a big, thick beef and not just a thin piece of roast beef. Pleasant service and atmosphere.

Today I ate the 25 pound promotion for a Sunday Roast and a glass of wine, the portion is smaller than many I've eaten, but it had a very good difference in that it was a big, thick beef and not just a thin piece of roast beef. Pleasant service and atmosphere.

Visited for a Sunday roast and was impressed by the quality. The flavors were spot on, though portion sizes were a tad smaller than expected. Service was exemplary, making the overall experience enjoyable. Would recommend, but perhaps order a side if you've got a hearty appetite.

It is a shame more people haven't discovered this gem near Baker St: the quality of the cooking is excellent - superb sea bass followed by top class desserts. Home made shortbread biscuits with a perfect creme brulee, tarte tatin - both excellent. This was our second visit. Highly recommended for an evening of sophisticated dining.

Returning patrons/diners of both the Potting Shed and the Dorset Square Hotel. A further delicious meal coupled with friendly, courteous and professional staff. Highly recommend and looking forward to our next visit/stay.

Pretentious and expensive and noisy

Having booked an early table at this somewhat upmarket place my friend and I wanted and expected a quiet, comfortable experience. We arrived to find 50+ people at a pre-booked event at the bar next to the table area and sometimes spilling in to the area. The noise was intolerable. The menu is limited but the food is good. At £150 for two for a one course meal with wine I'd say pricey, especially as that included a"discretionary" 12.5% service charge. I thought this outrageous scam had stopped.

Location is great if you want to be near Marylebone station, pleasant decor, and the food was pretty decent although not outstanding. The best part was the service - when booking I often request a table in a quieter area during to hearing issues. Mostly this request gets ignored but at the Potting Shed they had obviously read what I had asked for and were really helpful in getting the best table for me. I would definitely choose to go back there again at some point.

Good, reliable food. Small menu well cooked. Excellent and friendly service (thanks Roger) Mid price. Good for London.

This is a very relaxed restaurant, lovely in every way!

We went for a cricket themed afternoon tea. The correspondence via email was good and consistent until 2 minutes before we arrived when I received an email cancelling the booking. It turned out to be purely administrative and something of nothing. The reception was very close to the front door and the 2 staff were nice. The afternoon tea was excellent and the staff were delightful. We managed to get some lovely photos around the cricket memorabilia. We would recommend and return

Good location if near baker or Marylebone. Wasn’t too busy. Food was good

Amazing afternoon tea on a Wednesday. I recommend booking a table or else you'll wait a few minutes to get it prepared (near 15). We were still gladly welcomed and enjoyed the calm. Thank you very much!

Staff and service excellent. Good choice on menu . Food was delicious and beautifully presented. Prices reasonable for a London restaurant. Would recommend especially if you like cricket as this is the theme of restaurant.

Lovely long lunch with friends. Food, as always delicious. Knowledgeable service and were not hurried out at all making for a relaxed afternoon.

A very calm environment with great staff.

A lovely little place downstairs from hotel(could pass it easily so Google map helps) Food excellent as we're staff and ambience. Food reasonably priced but wine expensive As seems to be the way in London now

I had a great English Teaxperience here. I recommend the Milky Oolong. :)

We had a wonderful time. The manager, Reggie, was extremely helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. We were celebrating 3 of our party, one of whom had a severe soya allergy. Reggie was able to ensure that all the items chosen were soya-free which enabled us to safely relax and enjoy our food. Reggie orchestrated 3 celebration desserts as a surprise which made the event so special. The food was delicious from the starters to the desserts. We would recommend The Potting Shed as much as it was recommended to us:)

Nicely presented and well designed, lacks a little atmosphere. Food was OK and served nice a hot. Not very busy on the night we visited.

As always, enjoyable in every way. Still my favourite London lunch restaurant. Reggie looked after us superbly. Please thank him.

Great sitting arrangement with awesome view and just awesomeness showering everywhere as it’s best

A delightful lunch. Exemplary staff. Very comfortable restaurant and not too noisy so can converse with ease.

Having been to most of the other London Firmdale Hotels many times and always enjoyed the experience, the visit to The Potting Shed was an unusual in that we did not stay as planned for food after apperativo and nibbles. The sole reason for this was that we were the only people in the restaurant and bar, which meant although we were attentively looked after, the surrounding ‘library like’ silence and lack of atmosphere became uncomfortable, and we even noticed our own conversation was in increasingly hushed tones…so sadly we politely explained out reasons, paid the bill and left. This was disappointing as we had chosen the restaurant because of its proximity to Regents Park and the Open Air Theatre we were attend later that evening.

This was our 1st visit and it was fantastic. We met up with old friends and we had a lovely dining experience. Very attentive staff, great menu and very good food. We will definitely be back.

We ate here early (6pm, pre-theatre) and there was only one other table occupied, so it was very quiet which was great for our middle-aged group, but could be considered a negative for anyone wanting a fun Saturday night out. Food was excellent, particularly the Ceasar salad and the roast salmon. I would definitely go back.

Efficient and friendly service but the kitchen needs talking to. I asked for half a portion of fish and chips, as I have a digestive problem, but told the waiter that I would pay the full price. I didn’t get what I asked for but not wanting to embarrass my friends I didn’t send the dish back. Apparently, the chef didn’t want to provide what the guest ordered. I can think of one reason only for his refusal – he doesn’t prepare the fish; the fish is supplied already battered. The fish was awful, you get a better one in run of a mill pub. The chips were full of grey bits, as if made from old potatoes. I didn’t taste the shortbread that came with the crème brulee. The biscuit was too big, too pale and unnecessary addition. But the brulee was delicious. I have had some pleasant meals in The Potting Shed before so the management needs a grip on the kitchen.

Sandwich bread and scones were dry. Egg salad was bland. Desserts looked and tasted like they were from a grocery store. Charged us 10£ more than price quoted on reservation site.

A great find, a hidden gem whose location is both a surprise and a benefit. Well priced for London, quality dining, excellent wines and attentive service. Set within the basement of a boutique hotel, adorned with simple art and a nod to Lords cricket, truly a delightful experience. Highly recommended.

Excellent food, friendly helpful staff and gorgeous interior.

Always a great experience eating here. For many years this has been a favourite of mine.

Amazing food, great service. Close to train station. Highly recommended.

This is a gem of a place. Quite yesterday so a great place for a catch up with my friend. Nice food, beautifully presented and quietly efficient staff. Very handy for Marylebone and Baker Street stations. Nice walk in Regent’s Park afterwards.

A lovely spot for lunch or dinner, especially if Marylebone Station is your arrival or departure point. Great, friendly service and the perfect summer menu.

Overall a bit of a shambles, painfully slow service

A convenient and peaceful place to stop when you are in the Marylebone area. Excellent service , good food and pleasant ambience. Perhaps prices are on the top side but maybe it’s our first visit to London for sometime

Beautiful place, food fairly good, service very slow.

Great food. Absolutely recommended

Many thanks to all the staff. Chef and their team provided us a delicious meal.

Lovely place, great service and ambiance. Went there for a small wedding reception was ideal.

We had the Afternoon Tea. We enjoyed it very much, in all aspects.

Really nice, tasty roast chicken Sunday lunch. Staff were friendly, professional and helpful. The chocolate brownie could have been a bit more moist but overall very nice

The food would have been given a five star rating if it hadn’t been for a medocre main course salad (£22.50), which was missing two of the star ingredients … with no apologies made for those missing items. The bavette steak was cooked to perfection in a generous peppercorn sauce, albeit with slightly greasy chips, and the prawn and squid skewers were delicious. The Potting Shed is pricey, though, for what it is.

Will return next time we’re in London. Lovely evening. Thank you

I was bowled over. Get it? Because of the cricket theme? Oh you’ve not been and considering it due to this review. Firstly, I was left with a huff and a giggle after transcending down the stairs and listening to a scouse family behind me. It was quite a thrill to see the surroundings of the restaurant (with a softly pronounced t). The menu. I was knocked out - I almost ran out of the restauran to scream with delight. The hash browns were lovely and the continental break was fine, although I’m surprised we still serve this after the referendum. A family nearby was American and the family to the left Belgiek. Belch. I’m not sure what the right term is. I left with a fully tummy and an exceptionally light wallet so so be aware. The 12.5% add on to the bill was surprising and somewhat erotic given my company glanced at me with longing eyes. Thank you for a great experience.

Think so.eone was off sick on breakfast shift. Service charming but not enough of it, no bowlsforcereal, fruit, 10 minute wait for coffee etc.usually verygoodhere but this wasn't great, andexpwnsive.

Found The Potting Shed simply by just doing a Google search for restaurants near my airbnb and boom, there it was. My last day in London and I wanted to get a full English breakfast and The Potting Shed had a lovely one. Restaurant is quite beautiful done up in the style of a contemporary country cottage gate house. Even though the breakfast was hearty it wasn't too much, which I liked.

MARIUS WAS EXCELLENT AND EFFICIENT WE WHERE MET AND GREETED EFFECTIVELY VERY GOOD FOOD THE PIZZA ARE GREAT NORTHALLERTON UNIT

We were the first to arrive and they were not quite ready for guests. The serving staff were thin on the ground, there was only one, but he was excellent. We ordered (three of us) the set Sunday lunch which was described as being 'traditional'. However, the options were chicken or Bavette steak. The steaks were incredibly chewy to the point of inedible. In spite of two request there was no mustard forthcoming and the inclusive glasses of wine were not offered. The very nice South African wine seems to have rocketed in price, causing the overall bill to be extremely high. Gradually the staff numbers built up and they were attentive, probably the saving grace of the lunch.

The food was delicious. The service started great, then the server disappeared. We had to tell the bartender that we would like our food served.

Great location if travelling down to London by train. Food was very good and their service was hampered by testing out their wedding venue offerings but it suited our relaxed, no hurry style of lunch.

A very good place to go to for Brea brunch or lunch. Away from bustling streets of London in wonderful setting

A warm and welcoming atmosphere. Good range of menus for all tastes. Brilliant service.

Delicious meal and attentive service, as well as live music