RestaurantsLondonPrimrose HillNW1

survey result

Summary

£82
 ££££
3
Good
2
Average
2
Average
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

This classy north London institution in the heart of pretty Primrose Hill “never disappoints and is really good value” under renowned chef-patron Bryn Williams, who has been in charge for the last 15 of its 45 years, and whose family farm in Wales supplies the kitchen (including with “excellent, tender beef”). It’s the venue of choice for locals with something to celebrate – while many from further afield just “love Sunday lunch at Odette’s, sitting outside on a sunny day”.

Summary

£77
 ££££
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

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

£62
  £££
4
Very Good
4
Very Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

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

£62
  £££
4
Very Good
4
Very Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

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…”

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Odette’s Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of Odette’s Restaurant in NW1, London by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of Odette’s restaurant.
Robert P
Excellent value for money in fashionable Pr...
Reviewed 10 months, 25 days ago

"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."

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Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
Lunch £25.00 £30.00
Pretheatre £25.00 £30.00
SundayLunch £35.00 £40.00
  Cost Availability Courses
Menu1 75.00 Always available  

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£14.00 £28.00 £12.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £27.00
Filter Coffee £4.50
Extras  
Service 13.50%
130 Regents Park Road, London, NW1 8XL
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Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
TuesdayCLOSED
Wednesday6 pm‑9 pm
Thursday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm
Friday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm
Saturday12 pm‑2:45 pm, 6 pm‑9:30 pm
Sunday12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6 pm‑9 pm

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