Frere Jacques

Went to Frere Jacques for my partner's birthday on 16th June, our third visit to date. I fear Frere Jacques is taking its clientele for grranted. It needs to buck up its ideas. I desperately want it to be good as the food is pretty good and Kingston really doesn't offer much in the way of culinary delights! We noticed a real difference in the way we were treated to the way some of the other older customers were greeted. Waited ages to be served, but waitress was extremely apologetic when we asked for menu and she realised we were still waiting, but the 'front of house' seemed to think it beneath him to offer us one, despite having shown us our table (table was just pointed to, we were not shown to our seats) and then walking past our table several times. We felt that some of the staff offered rather lacklustre service, which really lets it down. Please take heed and show your customers you actually care about them. We want you to stay open and you cannot take your idyllic Thameside location for granted. If you disappointed us, I can guarantee that others will have been treated the same.
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Stephanie
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Food 6 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 5
Friday, June 19, 2009

This was my second visit to Frere Jacques and the food was again lacklustre and disappointing. The terrine was quite tasty but nothing special. The fish was over salted, not fully cooked and had to be sent back to the kitchen. The potatoes and legumes du jour were adequate but nothing more. For the mediocre food the restaurant is significantly overpriced. Maybe you are paying for the location - which is only worth it if it is warm enough to sit outside and then if the quality of food is not your primary concern.
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Food 3 | Service 3 | Atmosphere 5 | Value for money 3
Tuesday, September 23, 2008

The last time I ate a meal at FJ was great. Definately gone uphill thanks to the lovely new chef. Go there if you want a decent meal, if expensive, but for a lovely setting and to meet more swinger.s
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Saturday, November 03, 2007

I have been here a good number of times and in the last year the food has consistently got better and better, even when I thought it couldn't get any better. The service, likewise, has also improved and is continuing to improve. The location is beautiful, the staff lovely and friendly and the food delicious. I recommend to everyone, whether it be for a quick lunch or a romantic dinner.
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Food 10 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, August 17, 2007

THE EIFFEL TOWER IN KINGSTON? NO!! THE ARC DE TRIUMPH IN KINGSTON? NO!! BUT IF U LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FRENCH....VISIT FRERE JAQUES THE FRENCH RESTAURANT RIGHT ON THE RIVER!

THE ATMOSPHERE AND SERVICE IS DISTINCLY FRENCH. IF YOUR LOOKING FOR A GREAT NITE OR A CELEBRATION VISIT THIS FRENCH TEMPTATION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Carina de wit
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Food 7 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 6
Tuesday, June 19, 2007

I visit Frere Jacques on a regular basis because it is an excellent restaurant with a great atmosphere by the river in Kingston. The food is wonderful and the menus and wine list change bringing even more wonderful offerings. Staff are French and very welcoming. On bright sunny days it is worth booking in advance.
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Valerie Merrill
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Monday, May 21, 2007

Food was fantastic. The lamb rump what a lovely combination ( olive mash and roasted vegetable).

Service very helpful and friendly.

We will come back very soon. Thank you for a superb dinner.
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Thursday, April 05, 2007

Very good food. Exelent service and lovely location.

Keep up the good work
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Steven
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, March 30, 2007

Food was slow coming and the floor manager/boss type was a rude stress head. put me off my food. went there to relax and eat , left feeling like I had inconvenienced them by having been there and dared to expect a reasonable standard of service.
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Peter
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Food 8 | Service 2 | Atmosphere 2 | Value for money 3
Thursday, March 08, 2007

How pretentious you can be!!!!!!!

Write up your own reviews and think the world of yourself while the only thing good the location!

Overpriced and poor service1

let me know when you come into food guides!
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Paul
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Food 0 | Service 0 | Atmosphere 0 | Value for money 0
Saturday, February 03, 2007