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Not Starred But Recommended

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Medlar (Chelsea)

23rd December 2012 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Small and cosy Kings Road restaurant serving good value set menus at lunch - Michelin starred at time of visit (star deleted as at 2015)

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 438 King’s Road, Chelsea, SW10 0LJ

Food Rating: 78%

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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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Quay (Sydney)

28th November 2012 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Expensive but high end food with some dishes comparable to 2 Michelin starred level in one of Sydney's prime locations overlooking Sydney Harbour Bridge

Michelin Stars: N/A - 3 hats

Cuisine: Modern

Address: Upper Level, Overseas Passenger Terminal 5 Hickson Road, The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia

Food Rating: 85%

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Yauatcha (Soho)

6th May 2012 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Michelin starred Chinese option within the heart of bustling Soho, showing mixed results on service but very good track record on cocktail and snack options in the downstairs bar if you do not have time for dinner

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Chinese

Address: 15-17 Broadwick Street, London, W1F 0DL

Food Rating: 76%

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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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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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The Bingham (Richmond)

29th May 2011 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Alluring neighbourhood hotel outside of Richmond serving decorative food with a semi-pleasing return on flavours. Patio and upper terrace are very pleasant for drinks in the summer

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Modern

Address: 61-63, Petersham Road, Richmond-upon-Thames, TW10 6UT

Food Rating: 64%

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Gauthier Soho (West End)

2nd May 2011 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Highly intimate dining room in a converted home within Soho serving carefully mapped out menus with bonus surprises - very good value for money pre-theatre menu for its surrounding West End options

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: French

Address: 21 Romilly Street, London W1D 5AF

Food Rating: 74%

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Nobu (at The Metropolitan Hotel)

21st March 2011 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Sister restaurant to Nobu Berkley Street and also Michelin starred at time of visit - decorative food with pleasing results in a stylish setting but not suitable for note-worthy occasions

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Japanese

Address: 19 Old Park Lane, Mayfair, W1Y 1LB

Food Rating: 71%

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The Fountain at Fortnum Mason (St James’)

13th January 2008 by Richard Bagnold Leave a Comment

Beautifully designed restaurant on the ground floor of Fortnum Mason's food halls

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Brtish Traditional

Address: 181 Piccadilly, St. James's, London SW1A

Food Rating: 65%

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  • Food Rating - 65%
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Summary

Alluring interior.
Comfort food done well.

Usually long waiting list if dropping in.

Restaurant Details

Michelin Stars: N/A

Cuisine: Brtish Traditional

Address: 181 Piccadilly, St. James's, London SW1A

Website: The Fountain at Fortnum Mason

Telephone: +44 20 7734 8040

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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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