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Not Starred But Recommended

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Barney Greengrass (Upper West Side, NY)

28th July 2018 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Jewish deli institution since 1908, known for smoked fish & not taking credit cards

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Seafood & Deli

Address: 541 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024

Food Rating: 60%

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Chiltern Firehouse (Marylebone)

22nd July 2017 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Beautifully converted firestation to 5 star boutique hotel with elegant and charming interior with unique snacks and quality brunch / traditional dishes from Nuno Medes.

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: American

Address: 1 Chiltern Street, Marleybone, London W1U 7PA

Food Rating: 79%

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Smith & Wollensky (West End)

7th May 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

High end meats and grills venue, bespoke to a handful of American cities and London, offering brilliantly done favourites 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: American

Address: Adelphi Building, 1-11 John Adam Street London, WC2N 6HT

Food Rating: 75%

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Spuntino (Soho)

9th February 2016 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

No reservation counter dining for 27 people, serving American-Italian comfort dishes designed for evening sociality and a casual setting 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: American-Italian

Address: 61 Rupert St, London W1D 7PW

Food Rating: 64%

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The Big Easy (Covent Garden)

29th May 2015 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Popular, chain American diner, best suited for large parties and very casual meals with an obviously winning formula but distinctly a case of being: it is what it is for food 

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: American Diner

Address: 12 Maiden Lane, London WC2E 7NA

Food Rating: 39%

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Burger and Lobster (St Paul’s)

25th April 2015 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Small chain serving nothing but the title and both at £20 each (at time of review) - pleasing offerings done differently to the norm

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Diner

Address: 1 Bread Street, London EC4M 9SH

Food Rating: 64%

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The Connaught Hotel Brunch (Mayfair)

10th March 2012 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Fabulously decadent brunch offerings from the 2 Michelin starred kitchen - this brunch option is sadly no longer available as at 2016

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: American

Address: Carlos Place, Mayfair, London W1K 2AL

Food Rating: 67%

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  • Food Rating - 67%
    67

Summary

Wide selection of hot and cold choices.
Excellent value for money.

So many choices, it's easy to be become full quickly.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: American

Address: Carlos Place, Mayfair, London W1K 2AL

Website: The Connaught Hotel Brunch (Mayfair)

Telephone: +44 (0)20 7499 7070

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22nd June 2023

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5th November 2022

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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.

Recent Additions

  • Kioku Bar (Raffles at The OWO) 2nd May 2025
  • Bleecker Burger (Bloomberg Arcade) 1st May 2025
  • Mikla (Istanbul) 8th March 2025

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