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Harden's says

In the space formerly occupied by Bar Boulud and its B+NYC-style burgers comes an “eccentric Japanese izakaya experience” named after the decadent fin de siècle artist Aubrey Beardsley; the original Aubrey opened in February 2021 in the Mandarin Oriental’s Hong Kong flagship.

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Summary

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

Billing itself somewhat misleadingly as an ‘eccentric Japanese izakaya experience’ (which would suggest it’s down-to-earth… which it isn’t), this luxurious space decked with Japanese prints is this Knightsbridge hotel’s new incumbent for the basement space that was previously Bar Boulud (RIP). It is rated on limited feedback to date, but all of it enthusiastic. Top Tip – bargain set lunch menu featuring katsu sandos, plus cocktails.

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Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
Lunch   £38.00

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£12.50 £70.00 £9.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £25.00
Filter Coffee £0.00
Extras  
Service 13.50%
Mandarin Oriental, 66 Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7LA
Opening hours
Monday6 pm‑10 pm
Tuesday6 pm‑10 pm
Wednesday6 pm‑10 pm
Thursday6 pm‑11 pm
Friday12 pm‑3:30 pm, 6 pm‑11 pm
Saturday12 pm‑3:30 pm, 6 pm‑11 pm
Sunday12 pm‑3:30 pm

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