PJ's Grill (Covent Garden)

My step daughter loved the food and the staff were very friendly. Such a variety. Can't wait to go back.
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Steve - View all reviews by this user
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, March 07, 2008

After having a wonderful meal at PJ's on The Fulham Road we thought we would try this one in Covent Garden. We found the staff to be very friendly and efficient, the ambience was OK except we were sat right at the back near the back door where people were in and out to have a smoke so it was chilly at times. The decor is quite 'tired' and I have to say the food was not good at all. Our soups were cold so we sent them back - they came back a little warmer but not hot enough. My husband and I had the belly of port which I have to say was the worst I've eaten, well actually I didnt eat it. The meat was quite cold, the mash was just about luke warm - the red cabbage although hot was quite tasteless - the whole dish just looked and tasted like it had been cooked some time ago and then warmed up. The presentation was pretty poor too. So, a real disappointment - such a pity as the staff were really nice. I feel this restaurant is probably catering for the tourist trade because I cant imagine anyone going back on a regular basis.
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Jo Garvin
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Food 1 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 4
Friday, February 29, 2008

I had been looking forward to a meal in this restaurant, and arrived there with my family. The staff were very friendly and showed us to our table quickly. The food arrived well presented, but not very hot. We asked for a glass of tap water and was amazed to find on paying our bill that they put a charge for this water!
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Gill (Chichester)
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Food 5 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 4
Thursday, February 21, 2008

Another successful meal at PJ's Wellington Street. Staff were knowledgeable about a gluten-free diet and very helpful. Pity there was no gf bread available as the other breads made my mouth water. Can the London restaurants not find a talented chef who would make fresh, tasty breads???? I'm sure it would 'go down' very well among the growing coeliac/gluten-free community visiting the capital.
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Food 9 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Saturday, February 02, 2008

Just the most fab night! Best fillet steat I have had for a long time. Was a special night for my mum and I, and, PJ's made it better. Wine great, service fantastic and food faultless.
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Jessica (Cambridge)
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 9
Thursday, November 29, 2007

To celebrate my parents joint 65th birthday we chose PJ'S Bar and Grill after reading many good reviews about the place. I'm so glad we did.

Arriving at 1pm we were soon seated and enjoying the plush surroundings and relaxed atmosphere.

We all chose different dishes from the menu, rib eye steak, mixed grill, belly of pork , lamb and pasta for my son who's addicted to the stuff.

You couldn't fault it at all, the food arrived quickly and was delicious we soon cleared the plates. The service was great and the waiter was quite jolly making us feel welcomed and relaxed. My son had three portions of icecream and he reccomends the chocolate to everyone.

The bill for our group of six was around £130 that included wine and beer, very good value for money which to me was surprising as it is London after all. Would recommend this restaurant to everyone looking for a great place to eat for a reasonable price.

Cant wait to go back!
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Hayley Gardner
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Sunday, October 14, 2007

I visited this restaurant on 26th June with a friend as part of a dinner & show deal booked through toptable.

Our reservation was for 6pm and due to train problems we didnt arrive until 6.40pm. I was really anxious that we would be too late or that we would not have enough time to enjoy and eat our dinner before the show started at 8pm.

When we arrived they said being late was no problem and promptly showed us to our table where they asked what time we had to be at the show and gave us our menu.

The pre theatre menu had 3 starter options and 3 main options, we were given bread while we looked at the menu and our drinks order was taken quickly.

The food was absolutely delicious and so much nicer than we expected. We both had the tomato and mozeralla for starter and the chicken with potato rosti and spinach for the main.

From the outside it looks like a little cafe and you probably wouldnt look twice but inside its large, airy and a really nice place. The food is certainly what I would class a gourmet, not greasy or anything like a TGI's - it was really refreshing to be in a nice restaurant and dressed up but not breaking the bank balance.

We were served out food very quickly but we never felt rushed in any way, they seem to know the perfect balance and appreciate that people are in a rush to get to the theatre show but also want to enjoy their meal.

All the staff were very friendly and professional.

I would HIGHLY recomment this hidden treasure!
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Belinda
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 9
Thursday, June 28, 2007

At first glance we assumed this was small cafe with some very smart people sitting in the front, but once in the space opens up into an airy restaurant in a classic style.

My wife and I had a pre-theatre meal that suited us perfectly, beautifully cooked squid to start, then chicken breast and rib-eye for our mains.

The service was excellent, even after it got busy, and the waiters and waitresses were very friendly and attentive.

Both of us agreed this is a place we’d love to return to and would recommend to our friends.
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Graham Claridge
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Food 8 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Thursday, June 07, 2007

WOW!! Calling all coeliacs!!

5 girlfriends and I visited PJ's last night before going to the theatre. I had telephoned before hand enquiring about gluten free meal. We were greeted at the door, looked after all night and thoroughly enjoyed our food. When my pals were brought a bread roll, the waitress brought me rice cakes without any prompting; However the highlight without a doubt, the delicious flourless chocolate dessert!! You must not visit London without calling at PJ's and allowing them to spoil you.

Thank you very much to all the staff who made our night special.
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Cordelia Tyson
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Food 8 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 8
Saturday, February 03, 2007

Went to this restarant for a mate's birthday. A few drinks prior to the meal ensured we were quite hungry and delved straightinto our starters. As students who had just graduated, this was our first fine dining experience in a while but there was little choice on the starters and most of us ended up with the Chicken Caesar salad which was mediocre. The mains were much better, my mates all had steaks (in large serving portions) but I ended up with Salmon with miniscule beans and potatoes on the side. After all that wine, it just wasn't filling at all and I resorted to picking at a friend's chips. Dessert was excellent though and our norwegian waitress was delightful and in good spirits. It was a great evening out although we did end up with a £108 bill (including expensive bottles of "house" wine) at the end of it, not bad for London, not good if you just graduated.
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Calvin D''souza
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Food 6 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 7
Monday, December 04, 2006