Harden's survey result
Summary
This Primrose Hill veteran of 40-plus years may not be “revolutionary”, but it is much more than a “reliable and friendly neighbourhood local” under acclaimed chef-patron Bryn Williams, the owner for almost 15 years. Strengths include the “reinstated tasting menu”, a list full of “intriguing wines”, and excellent ingredients that include produce from the Williams family farm in Wales. Service is “friendly and attentive”, and it offers “excellent value for money”.
Summary
This “smart” Primrose Hill veteran of 40-odd years is “a most likeable place enhanced by the patina of time, and combined with inventive high-end cooking” from chef Bryn Williams, who has owned it for the past decade. It’s “always a treat” to taste the “beautiful ingredients”, which include produce from the Williams family farm in Wales; although the patron’s tilt towards a Welsh and Irish heritage means it’s “tempting here to overdo the carbs, cream and calories: Irish soda bread, cheesy choux nibbles, creamy tarts and caramel-sauced soufflés to name but a few…”
Summary
This “smart” Primrose Hill veteran of 40-odd years is “a most likeable place enhanced by the patina of time, and combined with inventive high-end cooking” from chef Bryn Williams, who has owned it for the past decade. It’s “always a treat” to taste the “beautiful ingredients”, which include produce from the Williams family farm in Wales; although the patron’s tilt towards a Welsh and Irish heritage means it’s “tempting here to overdo the carbs, cream and calories: Irish soda bread, cheesy choux nibbles, creamy tarts and caramel-sauced soufflés to name but a few…”
Summary
“Surprisingly good after so many years” – star Welsh chef Bryn Williams’s intimate 40-year-old Primrose Hill fixture (10 under his ownership) “has a loyal following” and under this stewardship delivers ambitious British cuisine that’s “never less than delicious”.
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Restaurant details
Odette’s Restaurant Diner Reviews

"Excellent value for money in fashionable Primrose Hill, even for a large party. We were seated downstairs in an adequate dining room (but nothing special). Many praised the tender beef from Bryn Williams' farm. Good desserts include a mousse and jaffa cake. Reasonable wine list. Efficient service."

"Perfectly pleasant meal chosen from a limited menu. Given the small menu I had expected more exciting flavours."
Prices
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Wine per bottle | £27.00 |
Filter Coffee | £4.50 |
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Service | 13.50% |
130 Regents Park Road, London, NW1 8XL
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Opening hours
Monday | CLOSED |
Tuesday | CLOSED |
Wednesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm |
Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm |
Friday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm |
Saturday | 12 pm‑2:45 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm |
Sunday | 12 pm‑2:45 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm |
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