Harden's survey result
Summary
In a converted banking hall near the Bank of England, this well-established brasserie exists to serve a City clientele, from breakfast on. Opinions divide on whether it’s a little “disappointing”, like many in the Square Mile, or “perfect of its type and better than it needs to be”.
Summary
Moments from the Bank of England, this converted banking hall is nowadays a well-established City amenity, known for its “consistently good food”, which is served from breakfast on.
Summary
This banking hall conversion just moments from the Bank of England “feels like a gentleman’s club” and “has become a City mainstay” for its “good-quality ‘school’ cooking”. “They understand the ‘time essence’ of the business lunch”, so “service comes at a good clip”.
Summary
This banking hall conversion just moments from the Bank of England “feels like a gentleman’s club” and “has become a City mainstay” for its “good-quality ‘school’ cooking”. “They understand the ‘time essence’ of the business lunch”, so “service comes at a good clip”.
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The Mercer Restaurant Diner Reviews
"A lunchtime outing. We had chosen the place because it was a roof top restaurant. The day we went it rained !! . However after we had eaten the sun came out and we had the opportunity to sit outside. A lovely place to be. The tables are a bit on the small side. We were seated elbows next to the bar, our bottle of wine was left there for safe keeping, but within reaching distance. Not that we had to pour any as the service was bang on. A busy place, city people popping out for lunch. The portions are generous. My side dish of Jersey potatoes was enough for three, the lettuce leaves served with my quiche would have fed a rabbit for two days. All in all a good outing. Would we go back yes, sitting outside next time."
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Always | £49.00 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
|---|---|---|---|
| £11.60 | £33.50 | £4.00 | £8.50 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £25.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
34 Threadneedle St, London, EC2R 8AY
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Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Saturday | CLOSED |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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