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8-9 Blacklands Ter, London, SW3 2SP

survey result

Summary

£221
£££££
5
Exceptional
4
Very Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Hidden off the King’s Road” in “an attractive townhouse” in a backstreet near Peter Jones – Taylor Bonnyman’s “romantic” venue is “just lovely in every respect”. Chef Marguerite Keogh’s “exceptionally crafted” modern British cuisine is “incredibly well thought-out: dishes taste sublime and the presentation is a work of art in itself”. “The wine pairings are really interesting” and “Nuno, the sommelier, gave comprehensive explanations of all the wines”: part of a team delivering service that’s “excellent and not cloying”. “It’s under the radar, but one of the best restaurants in town”: “highly recommended”. (It also deserves kudos for its “exceptional sustainability”, with produce sourced from its own one-and-a-half-acre kitchen garden in Sussex).

Summary

£201
£££££
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.

“For a very civilised meal”, Taylor Bonnyman’s “refined” and “romantic” venue – in a Chelsea townhouse, hidden way near Peter Jones – has become a huge hit: out of the PR limelight, but in the Top 40 most-mentioned restaurants in our annual diners’ poll and “well worthy of its Michelin star” thanks to its “immaculate but unobtrusive” service and Marguerite Keogh’s “superb and assured cooking”: “wonderfully light, creative, beautiful and flavoursome food” from “their own kitchen garden in Sussex” (which the most ardent fans feel is “at a level above their tyre-company rating”). Its ratings slipped a little this year amidst cost of living concerns (and a number of reporters noting that “it’s a pity that they only do a tasting menu”). As a result, its style can appear more “hushed” and “formal” and “very expensive” (“we find it just too costly to visit anymore, although we love this place as one of the most amazing providers of interesting and totally divine food”). That’s still a minority view, though – for most diners it’s just “just a brilliant experience”. Top Tip – “stellar wine selection”.

Summary

£193
£££££
5
Exceptional
5
Exceptional
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Set in a quiet little street off the King’s Road”, Taylor Bonnyman’s “discreet and elegant” Chelsea townhouse HQ flies under the radar in terms of PR, but is one of the survey’s Top 40 most-mentioned restaurants, thanks to its “exceptional” quality. “Top-class ingredients are beautifully treated by a first-class team” overseen by Taylor and head chef Marguerite Keogh to deliver “classically inspired British seasonal food” that’s “refined and sophisticated, but never overwrought”. Service is “slick” and “classy” but “always with a smile” and the “soothing crisp lines” of the “beautiful dining room” create an “intimate” and “welcoming” atmosphere. “A truly special place for a celebration”, especially of a romantic nature.

Summary

£163
£££££
5
Exceptional
5
Exceptional
4
Very Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Taylor Bonnyman’s “exceptional” Chelsea heavyweight (one of the survey’s Top 40 most mentioned restaurants, and the winner of Harden’s London Restaurant Awards’ Top Gastronomic Experience in 2019) provides an un-showy but luxurious experience that’s hard to better. It’s very consistent all-round. His and head chef Marguerite Keogh’s thoughtful cuisine is “not too heavy and perfectly judged”, using “own-grown seasonal produce” from the restaurant’s garden in East Sussex. “Service is attentive without being cloying”. And the “charming” premises in the tangle of streets near Peter Jones are often tipped for celebrations: “perfect for romance and decadence”.

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Owner's description

A native Londoner, Taylor Bonnyman's cooking encapsulates the spirit of the capital.  Hyper-seasonal modern British cooking which celebrates the best meat, seafood and game found throughout the breadth of the British Isles and based on the produce from our own organic Kitchen Garden

Taking inspiration from the seasons, dishes reflect the aesthetics of nature and are a snapshot of the current landscape while the design of the dining room has taken inspiration from the original green fields between Chelsea and Knightsbridge where once there was open space and fresh produce taken in to London.

The main dining room is elegant and understated with pale lime-washed floors, copper backed hessian walls and features sculptured works by Sophie Dickens.

Service is delivered with aplomb by a team as warm and welcoming as they are professional and knowledgeable.

Prices

Availability 2 courses 3 courses coffee included service included
Lunch   £80.00
Dinner   £80.00
  Cost Availability Courses
Menu1 95.00 Lunch only 6
Menu2 170.00 Always available 7
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £40.00
Filter Coffee £5.00
Extras  
Bread £0.00
Service 12.50%

Restaurant details

Yes
10
No dress code
32
12
Yes

Private dining

Named after John Rocque, an 18th century cartographer whose wonderfully detailed panels offer a glimpse of Georgian London where this area is referred to as “The Five Fieldsâ€?; The Rocque Room can accommodate up to 10 guests for Lunch or Dinner. Located on the first floor of the restaurant and overlooking the charming side streets of Chelsea, The Rocque Room is decorated in warm subtle tones and offers a view into our extensive Wine Cellar as well as a feature fire place.  A cosy lounge adjoins The Rocque Room and is available for drinks to welcome your guests before dining or after your meal. For enquiries into booking an event in The Rocque Room please ring 020 7838 1082 or email info@fivefieldsrestaurant.com.

The Five Fields Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of The Five Fields Restaurant in SW3, London by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of The Five Fields restaurant.
Alison O
Totally unbalanced - predominantly butter, ...
Reviewed 2 months, 5 days ago

"Totally unbalanced - predominantly butter, with little to counter the richness. Supposed to be relying on ingredients from his garden even when shouldn't (inedible kale tasting of paper). Puddings wildly rich and sweet (even the pre-dessert had caramelised fruit!) Lazy unimaginative cooking relying on looks rather than taste. Even bread would have been better if bought from the local supermarket, rather than relying on a threesome of butters. Husband's substitute for a shellfish dish was potato with potato and a potato sauce (but at least the potato was home grown). Service rushed verging on pushy : blurb, well-rehearsed, but unconvincing. Lots of free tables on a Friday - this place has been rumbled. We won't be returning"

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Edwhite P
Amazing meal with cooking that is innovativ...
Reviewed 7 months, 29 days ago

"Amazing meal with cooking that is innovative but not challenging. "

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8-9 Blacklands Ter, London, SW3 2SP
Opening hours
MondayCLOSED
Tuesday6:30 pm‑10 pm
Wednesday6:30 pm‑10 pm
Thursday6:30 pm‑10 pm
Friday12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑10 pm
Saturday12 pm‑1:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑10 pm
SundayCLOSED

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