RestaurantsLondonBelgraviaSW1

survey result

Summary

£85
 ££££
2
Average
2
Average
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“With its excellent exterior cigar terrace, range of whiskies and food usually with a Scottish twist – there’s always a fun evening” (often buoyed by live jazz too) at Ranald Macdonald’s Scottish-themed Belgravia stalwart, a short walk from Victoria station. Eldest son of the 24th chief and captain of Clanranald, his wine-trade background is evident in a strong list, while the selection of steaks and venison reveal him as an early champion of British ingredients. Critics say the food is only “average”, but for a red-blooded business meeting it’s tailor made for the purpose.

Summary

£84
 ££££
2
Average
2
Average
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Ranald MacDonald’s clubby Scottish-themed Belgravian has been around for decades and was an early exponent of carefully sourced British ingredients, particularly steaks and other meaty fare (Aberdeenshire beef, Highland venison, …). It also has the virtue of an unusually strong wine list and one of London’s best selection of whiskies, not to mention a terrace dedicated to smoking Cuban cigars. Unsurprisingly, it’s most recommended as a business location for clubbable males, but the Courtyard garden and regular live jazz help broaden its appeal. Complaints are few, other than that a meal here can prove “expensive”.

Summary

£77
 ££££
3
Good
2
Average
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“High-quality manfood” (steaks, burgers and other ‘proper’ main dishes) and a “clubby atmosphere” of whisky, cigars (on a dedicated terrace) and live jazz are the key ingredients at Ranald MacDonald’s Scottish-themed Belgravia haunt, which has offshoots in Mayfair, the City and Canary Wharf. It’s “not for everyone” – one nay-sayer complained of “worse than pub food” – but for a certain sort of bloke it’s “the perfect place – he’ll leave happy, content and very satisfied”.

Summary

£77
 ££££
3
Good
2
Average
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“High-quality manfood” (steaks, burgers and other ‘proper’ main dishes) and a “clubby atmosphere” of whisky, cigars (on a dedicated terrace) and live jazz are the key ingredients at Ranald MacDonald’s Scottish-themed Belgravia haunt, which has offshoots in Mayfair, the City and Canary Wharf. It’s “not for everyone” – one nay-sayer complained of “worse than pub food” – but for a certain sort of bloke it’s “the perfect place – he’ll leave happy, content and very satisfied”.

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Owner's description

Boisdale of Belgravia, London’s best-loved shrine to all things Scottish, is located next to Eaton Square, a short stroll from Victoria Station. The Restaurant serves the greatest day dry aged Aberdeenshire beef and Highland venison in London and in the Macdonald Bar & Restaurant* you will find one of the world’s finest selections of malt whiskies and Cuban cigars. Every night live classic jazz and blues are performed at Boisdale.

Adjoining the restaurant is the Courtyard Garden with a retractable roof for alfresco dining in summer and the Back Bar serving a good selection of draft ales. The Cigar Terrace is completely covered and on the first floor roof with sofas, armchairs, and cushions as well as overhead heaters and tartan rugs for the winter. The Jacobite Room is a richly paneled room ideal for private lunches and dinners with a plasma screen and conference call facilities. A selection of menus to suit every budget in on offer and we can organize anything from live music and flowers to speakers and entertainers.

*If not specified, all bookings are made for the Macdonal restaurant

Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Veggies Pudding
£31.00 £28.00 £5.50 £11.50
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £34.50
Filter Coffee £4.25
Extras  
Service 13.50%

Restaurant details

Yes
20, 22, 45
No dress code
120

Private dining

JACOBITE ROOM

The Jacobite Room, located on the first floor is an elegant room with a distinctive design of deep reds and greens and rich mahogany panelling, embellished with a dash of Macdonald tartan. It offers complete privacy and is ideal for hosting birthdays, anniversaries and parties for up to 22.

BACK BAR

The Back Bar, located on the ground floor in the mews cottage behind the restaurant and overlooking the Courtyard Garden, is an informal room reminiscent of a traditional country pub. It is a cosy and welcoming refuge from the bustle of Belgravia. The room can hold a maximum of 26 guests for a sit down dinner or 40 for a drinks reception and can be hired for private functions on Mondays and Tuesdays subject to availability.

COURTYARD GARDEN

The Courtyard Garden is planted with scented blooms all year round and offers a perfect location for alfresco dining in the summer as it has a retractable roof and, being centrally heated, for candlelit dinners in winter. The Courtyard Garden offers a degree of privacy without being cut off from the atmosphere of the main restaurant. It can sit a maximum of 20 guests.

AULD RESTAURANT

The Auld Restaurant is an elegant and spacious dining room adorned with oil paintings and family heirlooms available for sit down dinners for up to 34. This room has its own bar and therefore it is suitable for champagne and cocktail receptions for up to 40

 

15 Eccleston Street, London, SW1W 9LX
Opening hours
Monday5 pm‑1 am
Tuesday12 pm‑1 am
Wednesday12 pm‑1 am
Thursday12 pm‑1 am
Friday12 pm‑1 am
Saturday5 pm‑1 am
Sunday12 pm‑4 pm

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