Harden's survey result
Summary
“Elegant yet relaxed” – Fortnum & Mason created “a real winner” a couple of years ago with this “beautiful bar/dining room”, whose “fabulous cocktails” and “stylish” cuisine make a “smart-but-not-overpowering” replacement for the crusty Edwardian buttery, The Fountain (RIP), which it replaced. Handy for business, it’s also a popular early morning choice for a “cosseting and superb breakfast” (“exactly what I need to recover after the overnight from New York!”). Top Menu Tip – Beef Wellington, with the sauce flambéed at the table.
Summary
“Elegant yet relaxed” – Fortnum & Mason created “a real winner” a couple of years ago with this “beautiful bar/dining room”, whose “fabulous cocktails” and “stylish” cuisine make a “smart-but-not-overpowering” replacement for the crusty Edwardian buttery, The Fountain (RIP), which it replaced. Handy for business, it’s also a popular early morning choice for a “cosseting and superb breakfast” (“exactly what I need to recover after the overnight from New York!”). Top Menu Tip – Beef Wellington, with the sauce flambéed at the table.
Summary
“Slightly theatrical service” of Beef Wellington and traditional flambé dishes from trolleys adds to the retro appeal and glamorous atmosphere of Fortnum & Mason’s chic, St James’s restaurant (whose cocktail bar, and witty evoking of a “bygone era”, contrasts sharply with the more ‘maiden aunt’ styling of The Fountain, RIP, which it replaced a couple of years ago). It’s a useful location, nominated for business and breakfast – often at the same time!
Summary
Fortnum & Mason’s “very positive” relaunch of the all-day eatery at the rear of the store, whose “chic” looks are in stark contrast to its former traditional style (as the long-running Fountain, RIP). No longer consigned to maiden aunts and their godchildren, “the cocktail chaps shake up an irresistible storm” at the bar, and it offers a “consistently interesting menu and service to match”. Top Tip – some traditions have been maintained – breakfast here goes down a treat.
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Have you eaten at 45 Jermyn St.?
Owner's description
A DESTINATION RESTAURANT IN THE HEART OF ST. JAMES'S
An exquisite dining room and bar, inspired by the golden age of glamour. Exceptional service for a contemporary London. Cocktails without equal. An innovative menu, always inspired by the season, combining familiar favourites and delicious surprises. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday with roast lunch, carved table-side, every Sunday.
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £0.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.75 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Restaurant details
45 Jermyn St. Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Very pleasant food in lovely surroundings. Cocktails also v good."
45 Jermyn Street, St. James's, London, SW1Y 6DN
Opening hours
| Monday | 7:30 am‑11 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am‑11 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am‑11 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am‑11 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am‑7 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am‑7 pm |
