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Dinner by Heston Blumenthal (Knightsbridge)

30th January 2015 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Highly innovative menus from Heston Blumenthal, showcasing the best of British dishes now centuries old, served with a modern twist in a large and vibrant atmosphered 5* hotel restaurant - superb food

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: British Modern / Historic

Address: The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 66 Knightsbridge, Hyde Park, SW1X 7LA

Food Rating: 91%

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Friday Brunch at Al Qasr (Dubai)

17th October 2014 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Lavish and gigantic selection of all manner of international cuisines, snacks, canapés and dishes on a national weekly event (every Friday less those during Ramadan) at one of the best options in Dubai - almost too much to behold on one sitting but impressive none the less

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: International Buffet

Address: Al Qasr, PO Box 75157, Dubai, UAE

Food Rating: 73%

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Joe’s Downstairs (Phuket)

6th November 2013 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Restaurant set within the side of a seafront serving highly satisfying food

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Thai

Address: 249/4-5 Phrabarami Road, Pa Tong, Kathu District, Phuket 83150, Thailand

Food Rating: 74%

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Zuma (Knightsbridge)

22nd June 2013 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Trendy Japanese restaurant with even trendier bar attracting numerous celebrity and glamour scouts - some definite pleasing food options with a Knightsbridge price tag

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 5 Raphael Street, Knightsbridge, London SW7 1DL

Food Rating: 73%

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Skyview Bar at Burj Al Arab (Dubai)

21st April 2013 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Bar and tea room at the top of Dubai's most iconic Burj Al Arab - wonderful views, hugely dissapointing food

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Afternoon Tea

Address: Burj Al Arab, PO Box 74147, Dubai, UAE

Food Rating: 32%

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Jonah’s (Sydney)

1st December 2012 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Relais Chateux boutique hotel and restaurant set at the top of Dolphin Bay overlooking Palm Beach, serving Michelin starred comparable dishes in an outstanding setting

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 69 Bynya Road, Palm Beach NSW 2108, Australia

Food Rating: 74%

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Petersham Nursaries (Richmond)

13th August 2011 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Uniquely set within a conservatory of a garden centre just outside Richmond - 1 Michelin starred at time of visit from a team that actively did not wish the accolade

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Church Lane (off Petersham Road), Richmond-Upon-Thames, TW10 7AG

Food Rating: 61%

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Babylon at The Roof Gardens (High St Kensington)

16th February 2011 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Roof top restaurant on the 7th floor of Richard Branson's club off High Street Kensington set one floor above extensive gardens / outdoor club area on 6th floor

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 99 High Street Kensington, London W8 5SA

Food Rating: 58%

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  • Food Rating - 58%
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Summary

Lovely views, setting and gardens.
Value for money set menus.
Night club (and gardens) access from the restaurant.

Value for money menus are the hook; you WILL end up spending much more.

Restaurant Details

Permanently closed

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 99 High Street Kensington, London W8 5SA

Website: Babylon at The Roof Gardens (High St Kensington)

Wine List: Click Here

Telephone: +44 20 7368 3993

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About Me

meMy hobby-turned-passion began to evolve during my assignments to London where I was fortunate enough to be able to explore all the Michelin starred restaurants in my spare time and as a result, I gradually built up a catalogue of all these venues.

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