Quaglino's

Quaglino's has been one of my favourite places for a very long time. When I lived in the UK no trip to London was without going to this stunningly designed trendy spot. This time I had to organise a dinner for my daughter and her boyfriend from 6000 miles away. No mean feat when even the bill had to be paid from South Africa. And Quaglino's once again did not disappoint. From the first call to Polina, to making all the finer detailed arrangements with the very helpful Tracey, they seemed to take any request I had in their stride and with the utmost efficiency. I asked for the barman to give my daughter a message when he handed them their welcome cocktails. Quaglino's took that to another level and produced a card - WOW. My daughter was so delighted she texted me immediately. Everything I asked for they went one step further. Fabulous service, glorious meal. Thank you Quaglino's team. Samantha and Oliver had the most exceptional night. You turned a simple belated Christmas present into a wonderful lasting memory. For that I will be forever grateful. I can't recommend this place enough. If you're in London and you want a night to remember, it has to be Quaglino's.
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Rochelle
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, January 06, 2012

Went here for my Bday in September. Shoved into a small table at the back behind a huge table of about 20 people so we were somewhat over-looked!! Waited ages for service, drinks and food - when we got it it was late and the food average when it finally arrived, not impressed, service really slow and felt whole experience was a bit of a let down really, won't return.
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3 Overall rating
Food 5 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 0
Friday, November 25, 2011

The place is nice, the attentions far to be ok the dios too regular. In a 80 people dinner one person ask for a diet coke and they said no because the bill was already closed... No comments... Too sad.
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Pedro
3 Overall rating
Food 3 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 3
Monday, June 20, 2011

We arrived at this restaurant and were greeted very politely, showed to our table swiftly. lovely atmosphere, beautiful singer and pianist. We ordered wine which was promptly served and orders taken. I had Lobster Bisque and Mr C had Onion Soup, both were beautiful.. 2nd course were the Rissotto and I had the pea & asparagus Linguine both were perfectly cooked..Very impressed..good atmosphere and very friendly waiting staff. Would recommnd
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10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 8
Thursday, April 21, 2011

I haven't been to Quaglinos for a few years but it has always been a safe bet. However, last night I was somewhat dissapointed. Having being seen to initially to order drinks, we were then left for what seemed like 15mins until we managed to get someone's attention to place our food order. The person who served us was very unfriendly and obviously frightened to smile. I've been greeted better in McDonalds. The Scallops starter was a bit gritty but we both throrougly enjoyed our main (steak for me and Seabass for my friend). The desert was a bit of a let down too; Creme brulee was cold and the chocolate fondant wasn't very gooey inside. Certainly not worth the £125 bill. I should have asked to be reimbursed the service charge. I'm hoping that this was a one-off.
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N Robinson
4 Overall rating
Food 5 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 2
Sunday, April 17, 2011

I came here with three friends on a Wednesday night, and had a brilliant time. Even on a Wednesday the atmosphere was buzzy and fun. The live pianist playing upstairs in the bar was a nice touch and the decor is really original with the interesting celing and the open plan layout. I liked the fact that it feels quite big as it is just one open space, so its a great atmosphere for a friends night out, not too intimate. But then I'd also like to come here with my boyfriend!

The food itself was lovely for me, I had grilled salmon which was cooked just how I like it. Maybe a bit too well done for some, but I prefer mine well done so I was happy. My friends had calves liver (she didnt like it but thats because she doesnt like calves liver at all and was just checking!), sirloin steak and risotto, and two of us had onion soup for starter. There were no complaints and the portions were well sized. Must try something from the crustacea counter next time as it smelled lovely. Prices were very reasonable for the type of restaurant.

Service unfortunately was the only let down. When we went to the bar for an aperitivo there was much confusion and the manager was even called because we wanted to pay separately! But actually that was it, the dinner service was fairly swift although we had different waiters. The final waiter was nice and friendly who came with the bill.

So all in all a great night with good food and great surroundings with average service.
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Martha
8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Sunday, February 20, 2011

Went to the restaurant on the evening of the 19th February.

Restaurant feels like a conveyor system. Food was very mediocre and the waiters did not seem to be very trained especially when communicating to the clients.

Overall a disappointing experience.
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victoria
3 Overall rating
Food 3 | Service 3 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 3
Sunday, February 20, 2011

Went to the restaurant on the evening of the 19th February.

Restaurant feels like a conveyor system. Food was very mediocre and the waiters did not seem to be very trained especially when communicating to the clients.

Overall a disappointing experience.
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victoria
3 Overall rating
Food 3 | Service 3 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 3
Sunday, February 20, 2011

I'm always nervous about special offers with shortened menus but, dining here on an Evening Standard deal, at no time did we have a feeling we were regarded as second class citizens. All three of us would have been happy to try more than one of the choices on offer and the results were perfectly satisfactory without being memorable. Our server was helpful, amusing and efficient but never obtrusive.

Seen as an opportunity to sample the restaurant without pushing the boat out too far, it worked very well for us.

One note of caution: our overall impression might have been less favourable if we'd been there as a couple and found ourselves at one of the cramped and crowded two-seater tables we saw.
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Kentishwanderer
8 Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Thursday, February 10, 2011

Booking a private room for a special occasion and at £80 per head, we had high expectations and were then remarkably disappointed with the food. An apparent quality establishment (by appearance) with OK service, it was amazing to discover that I could get a better cut of steak (with better presentation, a pepper sauce with more flavour and vege that is freshly cooked) at my local gastro pub. The Sea Bass was sent back it was so poor (swapped for a steak, to give you an idea of how bad is was). There are better restaurants in London than this place, if you are happy to pay this kind of money. We will never return and will relate this negative experience over every dinner conversation for the next year. Given the current media exposure of chefs/cooking shows etc, customers are able to judge good food better than ever and Quaglino's would do well to realise this.
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Richard Elliott
4 Overall rating
Food 2 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 2
Saturday, January 29, 2011