All reader reviews by Frenzal

The Spitfire Restaurant

My girlfriend and I have frequented this restaurant for a few years now and we really like it.

Having the (unfortunate) stigma of being a big eater, this is one of the few places that I just can't conquer. I find the food traditional and really tasty.

For the prices charged and the obliging service that welcomes you, we shall continue returning and would encourage the inquisitive to give it a go as well.

Sunday, November 01, 2009
Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 7 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 8

Locale County Hall

I went to Locale with my girlfriend on Saturday night.

It was a sound meal all round - the linguine frutti de mare was delicious. My girlfriend felt the salmon, whilst tasty, could have had a few more vegetables with it - unless of course this was the point that you have to order a side dish with the main - but no indication of this was given at the time or ordering.

The choice of wine was ample and the prices were reasonable.

If you happen to be on the south side of Westminster Bridge and are looking for a decent Italian restaurant that is not a tourist trap with extortionate charges, look no further!

Sunday, November 01, 2009
Overall rating
Food 7 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 6 | Value for money 7

La Trompette

My girlfriend and I attended La Trompette today for Sunday lunch as part of her birthday surprise. I chose this restaurant due to the fact that it was located outside of central London (convenient for a West Londoner on a Sunday afternoon!) and due to the excellent reviews which had been posted on this site. My word, they were not wrong!

The setting felt elegant yet minimalist and the pleasant welcome by the staff was most hospitable. The selection of food on the set three course menu for £29.50 I felt was brilliant and the meals themselves did not disappoint.

I opted for the seared tuna with prawns of an oriental style and this was dazzling to my tastebuds. My girlfriend selected the onion tart which was also terrifically light and flavoursome. My main was the poulet noir with chorizo rissotto and frittered courgette and it was simply out of this world. The better half went for the bream with trimmings. Whilst she enjoyed the meal, the flavours were not quite what she had been expecting upon ordering, but I'm not quite sure this is the fault of the establishment. Finally came the heavenly desserts, my peanut butter ice cream which was a true highlight.

A lovely beaujolais which was of a similar price that you would expect to pay in any quality restaurant just topped off the afternoon.

All in all, I felt it a grand dining experience and would encourage any readers to give La Trompette a try.

Sunday, November 01, 2009
Overall rating
Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 8 | Value for money 8