Harden's says
With executive chef Graham Noonan-Chatham (formerly of Langham Hotel and Daylesford Organic) and owners the Landsberg family (who own the 600-acre farm, oyster beds and vineyard where much of the produce comes from), this Smithfield newcomer is aiming high.
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12 West Smithfield, London, EC1A 9JR
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"Sourcing from their 600-acre estate in Argylle and fish farm in Loch Fyne, the owners create a restaurant that serves a Best of British menu that is, generally, a roaring success. Maybe it was the absence of head chef Graham Chatham on the night we dined that meant some execution problems married the total experience. The Texel Hoggett (sheep) was chewy and tough to cut. The baby gem lettuce and cauliflower were undercooked. However, other dishes showed the extents to which this restaurant can rise. Winner on the night was a starter, Black pig, rabbit, duck and foie gras terrine, pistachio, grape mustard, chicory. The terrine drew together its various meat components into one delightful whole, best slavered with a spritzy light wine like the Loire Sauvignon Blac. Also memorable was Grilled Morteau sausage, Puy lentils, mustard dressing. in which three discs of sausage were laid regimentally in line. As I picked the first one up I was shocked to find it was pregnant, at least for a moment when I saw its eggs laid out underneath. The truth was more mundane, they were put lentils. The crisp-on-the-outside but puffy-on-the-inside triple-cooked beef dripping chips are a must order. For drinkies, check out the Andrew Killen 2019 Pinot Noir from the Nahe. Like the whole list, it's great value. Andrew Killen is a South African winemaker who has clearly understood how to make wine in Germany. "
"An excellent restaurant focused around outstanding produce and meat. Dishes here are simple, but executed very well, cooked and seasoned perfectly. Table in front of the open kitchen is great. Service from the start to finish was excellent. Prices are very reasonable, especially on wine. "
"What a disappointment! It’s good enough, but not at those prices and certainly nowhere near the levels of St John, its superstar neighbour whose nose to tail dining it audaciously claims to emulate"
"A great restaurant near Smithfield Market. Service was warm and friendly from the start. Food was excellent, presented nicely and seasoned perfectly. Food and wine are reasonably priced, offering great value for money. "
"What a great new restaurant!! The food is delicious, the service is top notch. They also have great cocktails and an amazing small wine list with very affordable quality wines."
12 West Smithfield, London, EC1A 9JR
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