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Darjeeling Express (Covent Garden)

12th February 2020 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Casual Indian eatery from Asma Khan

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Indian

Address: Kingly Court, 48 Carnaby Street, London, W1F 9PX

Food Rating: 68%

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Gezellig (Holborn)

9th August 2019 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

New addition to the London 2019 scene with food from Chef Graham Long, formerly of L'Autre Pied

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: Holborn Hall, 193-197 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BD

Food Rating: 78%

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The Palomar (West End)

12th February 2019 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Modern fare from Jerusalem meets a variety of international influences in

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Israeli

Address: 34 Rupert St, London W1D 6DN

Food Rating: 64%

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Hakkasan (Tottenham Court Road)

4th January 2019 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Flagship Hakkasan and sister restaurant to Hakkasan Mayfair serving quality modern and traditional Chinese dishes in a stylishly and dimly lit setting, mostly suited for younger, vibrant crowds

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Chinese

Address: 8 Hanway Place London, W1T 1HD

Food Rating: 81%

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Kerridge’s Bar and Grill (Embankment)

3rd January 2019 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Restaurant and rotisserie dining from Tom Kerridge set within the Corinthia hotel

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: Corinthia Hotel, N0.10 Northumberland Avenue, London WC2N 5AE

Food Rating: 69%

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Petersham Nursaries (Covent Garden)

17th August 2018 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Covent Garden-based branch of the Petersham chain in Richmond

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Modern

Address: Covent Garden

Food Rating: 54%

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Rules (Covent Garden)

1st October 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Historical restaurant and one of London's most iconic restaurants, dating back to 1798, serving traditional, British food

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British traditional

Address: 34-35 Maiden Ln, London WC2E 7LB

Food Rating: 59%

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L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon (West End)

15th September 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

RIP - RESTAURANT CLOSED AS AT APR 19

Barstool and counter dining within customary 'Robuchon' dimly lit and stylish design serving food from the kitchen within the bar area in front of diners

Michelin Stars:

Cuisine: French

Address: 13-15 West Street, London, WC2H 9NE

Food Rating: 87%

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Noble Rot (Bloomsbury)

15th September 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Wine bar-style restaurant, originating from the founders of the Noble Rot wine magazine, serving simple yet highly effective dishes

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: British Traditonal

Address: 51 Lamb’s Conduit Street, London, WC1N 3NB

Food Rating: 82%

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Aquavit (St James’s Market)

4th April 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Glamorously designed Scandanavian (mainly Swedish) restaurant set within St James's Market

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Nordic

Address: St James's Market 1 Carlton Street, London SW1Y 4QQ

Food Rating: 69%

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  • Food Rating - 69%
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Summary

Strking décor.
Quality home made breads.
Value set menu.

Non-Nordic staff.

Restaurant Details

Permanently closed

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Nordic

Address: St James's Market 1 Carlton Street, London SW1Y 4QQ

Website: Aquavit (St James's Market)

Telephone: +44 20 7024 9848

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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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