Ristorante Semplice

After waiting 40 mins to be given a menu and repeatedly ignored by staff my husband and I walked out of this restaurant. The staff were extrememly unfriendly, unprofessional and did not seem to understand. The tables are too close together. Unfortunately did not get to sample what looked like a lovely the menu (apart from the oversized breadsticks on table). We did however end up having an excellent meal at its sister trattoria just across the road - Ristorante Semplice could learning something about friendly service from its trattoria.
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Helen Murphy
0 Overall rating
Food 0 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 0 | Value for money 0
Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Being Italian and having worked in high end restaurants (both as chef and as manager for a long time in my previous life) I tend to be very exacting and generally critical, especially when it comes to Italian restaurants. Well, I have to say I cannot find one bad thing to say about Semplice. Faultless service - although hearing the Maitre D' have a "quiet" go at the waiters in the middle of the restaurant (and they knew I was Italian) was not quite spot on, beautifully cooked food, although maybe not exactly exciting, great wine list with many an Italian gem. Highly recommended.
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9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Thursday, September 08, 2011

The service was more than fine. The food was very good but with not too many oohs and aahs. The only thing I found to be cheated on was the menu (the prices of the dishes in the mains section are the prices of those dishes as starters), hence lower rating. I am more than happy to pay more for quality but do not utilise your price tricks on your beloved (?) customers, please. It does not seem to be professional at all.
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6 Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 3
Tuesday, September 06, 2011

I've lived in London and tried most of the restaurants over the years and this is my favourite. One of my favourites anywhere in the world. I take my family, my friends and my clients and never taken anyone yet who hasn't loved it.
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8 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 8
Sunday, September 04, 2011

I ate in Ristorante Semplice last week and had a wonderful meal. I had the aubergine and buffalo ricotta ravioli to start which was beautiful. It was so light and bursting with flavour. I had the pork belly for my main which was incredible. So tender and not too fatty. My friend had the pan fried goats cheese to start which was delicious, if a little filling for a starter. For her main she had the veal which was stunning. We both had cheese to finish which was amazing. There were lots of oohs, aaahs and mmmmm's coming from our table!

The waiting staff were faultless - there when you need them but not fussing over you all the time. The maitre'd was a delight! So friendly and welcoming. I really can't fault the place, we had a really wonderful evening.
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10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, June 07, 2011

Had a great meal at Ristorante Semplice last night. The food was great. The wine was superb. The service was excellent. The surroundings are excellent. A little cramped but not too badly so. The price was rather on the high side (£80 / head) but I couldn't argue given the quality of food and service.
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JC
9 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 8
Thursday, June 02, 2011

We've been with my boyfriend at Semplice to celebrate the year before our wedding. I've got one word only: FANTASTIC! The food was marvellous. It is exactly the kind of food and experience that cannot be done at home or with extreme difficulty. Which is even more pleasing to have it in this restaurant.

Although the service was perfect: the waiters were attentive enough but not overwhelming.

Last thing: the cheese platter is EXCEPTIONAL. It is really worth it!
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sophielondon - View all reviews by this user
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Saturday, March 19, 2011

I dined here with a friend - our first time and we will certainly be back. Authentic cuisine, charming service, excellent quality. Highly recommended.
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8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 9
Tuesday, February 08, 2011

I have been to Simp a number of times. Introduced by my Italian boyfriend.

I think the food AND the service are both superb. I am never disappointed with either.

Simplice is one of my favourite places to eat and I would highly recommend it to others.

It's not over decorated and glamorous such as Claridges and others but the food speaks for itself.

I can't understand why anyone would complain about this restaurant. It's perfect for corporate dinners and personal celebrations.

Absolutely adore it!
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Lee
8 Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 7
Tuesday, February 01, 2011

Exceptionally disappointing. Decor is hideous wavy gilt. Tables too close together. Service inexperienced and incompetent (one waiter waved down my request to talk to him). Food was unseasoned and depressing. We were disappointed in our starters and I returned my main course. Dessert utterly forgettable. How this place gets a Michelin star beyond me. Avoid
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0 Overall rating
Food 0 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 0 | Value for money 0
Friday, January 28, 2011