101 Pimlico Road

Dinner for 2 at 8.30. Sat 7 May 2011

Unfriendly and grim-faced manager but the waiters and waitresses were very nice.

We had an 8.30 reservation, dining room was 50-60% full. we were seated in the table right next to the front door which is the worst table in the whole restaurant! When the front door closes, our table would vibrate! We asked to be moved to one of the many empty tables for 2 further in the dining room, the manager told us that they we all reserved. By the time we left, those tables were still empty! Maybe he meant reserved for next weekend?!?

Food was lovely, starters very nicely presented and tasty. Main course less impressive, I had a halibut (£25) but it was over-cooked.

The unfriendly service from the manager was very disappointing, although the food was nice, but service lets the whole experience down. We will NOT return and will not recommend it, there are plenty of very nice restaurants on Pimlico Road.
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4 Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 1 | Atmosphere 4 | Value for money 5
Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Went here on Saturday night with friends to celebrate my birthday. Excellent meal. I had baby octopus, which I was a bit dubious about, but was really nice, followed by roast halibut in a broth, which was delicious, followed by white chocolate and raspberry cheese cake, yummy.

I have 1 issue though. Our table was booked for 8.30. When waiter came to take our order we were told that the starter and main which I was going to order were not available. Fair enough, but 2 of us had the last 2 halibut, and we also had the last 2 cheesecake. Now I understand that restaurants do not want to over order, but it is quite a small menu, and to find that 4 dishes were virtually finished makes it a very limited choice. My order was taken first, otherwise I may not have been able to have any of my first, or possibly even second choices for every course.

The bill worked out at £80 per head, which considering we all had 3 courses, 3 bottles of wine, and liqueurs and coffee was reasonable. I would certainly recommend, but maybe go earlier than 8.30!!!
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Jean - View all reviews by this user
8 Overall rating
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8
Monday, March 28, 2011

We went to 101 Pimlico Road for Valentine's Day and we were not disappointed. We had their special tasting menu, and it was excellent. The service was very good also. Will be going back to try the rest of their menu.
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P - View all reviews by this user
8 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 7
Thursday, February 17, 2011

As Saturday evening's diners cancelled in their droves, we found ourselves in a under populated restaurant, which meant the service was almost personalised.

In a nutshell, excellent food (the chef is some kind of genius of food porn) where taste is followed by after taste to maximum impact.

Service was polite, affable and efficient.

Definitely one of the best meals I've enjoyed, EVER.

Nice decor etc. Go. Enjoy.
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Raven - View all reviews by this user
9 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 7
Monday, December 20, 2010

Delicious food and excellent service (the truffle chips are a must). A great experience.
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Douglas Aarvold
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 9
Friday, October 29, 2010

Had heard from friends this place was a bit of a hidden gem. I had dinner there last night and they were not joking. It was so so good! Shhh.... don't tell anyone - otherwise I might not be able to get my new favourite table for much longer....!
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Sam Dunsfield
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, October 15, 2010

Had the most wonderful lunch today at 101 - Not only was the service and food impeccable (beautifully cooked Steak Bearnaise accompanied with fries and spinach), but the general atmosphere and relaxed formalities has definitely allowed me to come away and tell my friends and family what a charming restaurant 101 Pimlico Road is.

The wine menu has a wide variation according to taste and expense and the pudding menu leaves you spoilt for choice, however the crème brulée I had was sensational, what I would call a satisfying crescendo to a fantastic meal.

Thanks to all those involved, looking forward to coming soon for supper!
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Peter Baxter
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 9
Thursday, October 14, 2010

Again no disappointement. Good food, buzzy atmosphere and a great service. Thumbs up. Good to see them getting busy. Guinea Fowl worth recomending. Really great night
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C.H.
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Thursday, September 16, 2010

this place is quality! a real neighbourhood venue and the food is superb. worth a visit, especially if you live nearby as it will become a once a week venue for sure!
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Paul
10 Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Friday, July 30, 2010

i have heard only good things about this restaurant from friends and as a result tried it last week. the only thing i can say is that they were telling the truth. i had dinner, the place was busy, the clientele very smart. the table next to me were seasoned regulars and "have been since it first opened". I ate some wonderful food and was very impressed with the service too. wine list was shortish but again, top drawer with what it listed. the south african cabernet is a damn good bottle.
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terrence
9 Overall rating
Food 9 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 9
Monday, July 26, 2010