All reader reviews by meg
Marcus Wareing at The Berkeley
Visited for a mid-week lunch. The decor is a bit gentleman's club and the atmosphere is bit lacking to start with, but once the dining room had filled up, things improved. Had the set lunch menu. Mackerel starter was a bit disappointing, but the rest was superb. The pork belly was delicious and Marcus' baked custard tart lived up to expectations. The tart was served with a strawberry ice-cream, which didn't seem to go with the tart that well, but who cares, both tart and ice cream were delicious. We were served 4 amuse-bouches. I've been avoiding fois-gras all my life, but given I was in Marcus', I thought I might as well give it a go - didn't taste of anything really - could have been a chunk of butter! Service was excellent. Avoid the trolleys that come along (champagne, brandy, cheese) if you don't want to double your bill.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Overall rating 
Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 7
Sheraz Bangla Lounge
Have eaten at various restaurants in Brick Lane over the years and have always been disappointed. So, this time, did some research and Sheraz rated fairly well. Visited on a Thursday evening. Got in OK without booking. Mixed clientele, but included some Indian diners, which was a good sign. However, I was disappointed with the food. I ordered a Xacuti, which didn't have anywhere near the depth of flavour I would expect. Rice, naan and veg side dishes were also a bit lame. Prices reasonable though, so can't complain too much. The restaurant is licensed and does a bottle of St Emilion for £13 (not a great St Emilion, but again, can't complain at the price). Of the five or so restaurants I've been to in Brick Lane, this was the best, but I think I'll pursue my quest to find some good indian food in Brick Lane and move on again next time. Incidentally, good little Fullers pub in a mews just off to the right of Brick Lane about half way up if you fancy a snifter before your curry.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Overall rating 
Food 5 | Service 6 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 6
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