Scotts Restaurant

Hugely overpriced and seriously overrated.

The service was fine and generally helpful - if a little slow.

The food was little more than average. Fish was bland and the chips arrived stone cold and tastless (we didn't even eat half of them). At least the portions were a healthy size. The winelist was ok, but nothing special for a restaurant of this type and frankly if you don't like seafood then it's really not worth bothering. If you do like seafood, be prepared to pay huge sums for what you could get in another restaurant with a lesser name for less than half the price. The quality of the produce in no way justifies the price. Desserts were fine, though far from inspirational. Our bill for 2 came to £200 with wine - and i'm really not sure where it all went!

Shame as I'd heard positive reviews...must be people justifying the fact that like sheep they'd shelled out to be seen at the hippest place in town and they didn't want to look foolish. This place really is the court of the Emperor with no clothes.
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James Ryan
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Food 4 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 2
Thursday, November 27, 2008

Scott's has always been one of my favourites. The seafood platters are so good, they remind me of Italy. Service is polite and efficient. The only 'problem' are the other (supposedly british) patrons starring at us in shock and horror while we expertly man-handle our crustacians and practically devour the platter. They need to relax and enjoy seafood the way it's supposed to be enjoyed and stop ruining other peoples dinner.

Otherwise go to J Sheekey - the 'other seafood one' in London which is less formal.
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Mimi
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 7
Friday, October 24, 2008

WOW! I went last week for our 20th anniversary..... Well i must say really really lovely. When we came to the door a lovely young Australian lad brought us to the table and brought us a glass of champas. (obviously my husband had signaled the move!). But what a nice touch! The rest of the evening was marvelous! My husband devoured the sprats and i loved the bisque, mains were just as tantalising and sadly i watched the hubby go for the creme brule! regretting now!!! But what a wonderful night! Initial impressions, food service and ambiance! YES! I will be back! Thanks Guys!!!
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Cheryl K
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Food 9 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Thursday, October 16, 2008

Went for my birthday on Sat night.

Firstly we had the worst table in the resturant

Service very average - we were mostly forgotten about. We asked for sparkling water, and got still. When later that evening we asked for more water they again brought us still and topped up the sparkling water in our glasses with it.

Food was very average - the octopus carpaccio was the worst I have ever had.

I won't be going back.

Conversely, went to the Ivy for lunch the day after and had a fantastic experience.
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Food 5 | Service 4 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 5
Tuesday, September 23, 2008

The fish was good but they forgot to bring the vegetables. When they eventually arrived we had almost finished our main courses. I felt this was extremely poor, they didn’t. Unfortunately fairly typical of a popular restaurant that can’t give the service that it’s food and prices deserve.
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C.Thomson
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Food 8 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 5
Saturday, August 16, 2008

Lunch at Scott's is certainly a good expereince. The greeting outside and the check in are both best in class. The venue itself is also up there with the best of them.

Food-wise, the menu is broad enough to suit most tastes - try the Rabbit & Crayfish Stargaze pie is the Dover Sole is not imaginative for you.

The desserts are the jewel in the crown - leave some room to try them - although, you might want to steer away from the Herring milts on toast!

The only mild dissapointment was the slightly inattentive service, despite there being more staff than I have ever seen at a restaurant before!
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Tim Wood
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Food 9 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 6
Thursday, July 17, 2008

Went to Scott's last night for my 40th birthday, with four guests. From the start, it was a fantastic experience - food, wine and service all first class. Highlights were the oysters (Malden Rocks); the cuttlefish; Spanish ham; a whole roast turbot for two (stunning, and great with the Meursault although this combination is an expensive option - £85 for the wine, £65 for the fish); the fried haddock; and the gooseberry pie for dessert. Great wine list, including some wonderful champagnes. A real treat - everything was spot on.
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Nic Durston
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Sunday, June 22, 2008

Fab fab fab. What can i say? On the on-line reservations - there were 'no spaces' but cheekily i just rang up- and- hey presto, there were.

Went with my wife, great food, amazing surroundings- we say at the bar which gave us a great view. My mate who've been a few times say the bar's a good place to eat. Only down side- the chargrilled cuttlefish was a bit too 'chargrilled'

Thought the wine list had some good things (eg viogner) so ling as you didn't have the large- mark-up White Burgundy. Curiously (i thought, being a fan) there's no white/dry bordeaux, but there you are- it's pretty unfashionable.

A few celebs, adding a bit of frisson. Loads of classic types to gawp at - bad plastic surgery / old men-young women etc etc. A great time
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RobStephens
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Food 8 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Thursday, June 19, 2008

I went to Scott's a couple of days ago for dinner. The restaurant used to be a very elegant and quiet place. I am happy to have found it with great food but with a modern, yet simple, refurbishment.

I highly recommend the dover sole. I've travelled far and wide and this fish is exquisite. Nothing beats this dish. Simply delicious. The lobster mayonesse is very nicely done as well.

My only cons is that it is slightly loud. Perhaps better noisy reduction would do good. Enjoy!
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Gonzalo Araujo
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Took my wife here for lunch and it was amazing. The food was lovely, great service and a fun atmosphere. We had a superb time and can fully understand the plaudits. I am not usually a big fish fan but this has to be the best restaurant in London.
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David Ginsberg
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Tuesday, May 27, 2008