Harden's survey result
Summary
“Top-notch food and great service” continue to win praise for this chic Belgravia Italian. Compared with its 1990s heyday (when under Giorgio Locatelli it reigned supreme as London’s best) it doesn’t attract nearly the same level of attention, partly because it is “very, very expensive”. But quality remains high and it’s particularly popular amongst expense-accounters as a good way to “impress clients”.
Summary
A short stroll from Knightsbridge, this Belgravia stalwart seems increasingly forgotten about, certainly compared with its mid-’90s glory days when it was the talk of the town. Its fans, though, continue to regard it as a “fantastic premium Italian”, with a capable wine list and deftly realised pasta and other classic dishes.
Summary
“Nothing changes” at this “expensive but classy” Italian near Knightsbridge, although it has lost some of its celeb-pulling-power over the years – Giorgio Locatelli was the founding chef in 1995, with the likes of Madonna and Mick Jagger among the diners. But even those who find it “overpriced” are won over by “the wonderful pasta”.
Summary
“Pricey but always ‘comme il faut’” sums up the still-accomplished cuisine at this once-famous Belgravian, a short walk from Knightsbridge. That said, two decades ago under founding chef Giorgio Locatelli, it was “the doyenne of Italian restaurants”, while now it’s simply “reliable” – if at a high level – and “resting on its laurels”.
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15 Lowndes St, London, SW1X 9EY
Restaurant details
Zafferano Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Classy food, small portions, big prices"
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £29.50 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
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| £19.50 | £38.50 | £7.50 | £12.00 |
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| Wine per bottle | £40.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.00 |
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| Service | 13.50% |
15 Lowndes St, London, SW1X 9EY
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Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑10 pm |
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