Harden's survey result
Summary
“Savoury pastry heaven” – “outstanding pies, steak puddings and beef Wellington” are the orders of the day at this “fabulous” dining room on the edge of the City, where Chef Calum Franklin oversees a “great menu” also featuring British charcuterie and grills. The setting is “a little hotel-like” but “tables are nicely spaced” helping to make it a big hit with business types. Top Tip – “pick up a takeaway pie from the Pie Room”; and there’s “an excellent breakfast, to boot”.
Summary
“Savoury pastry heaven” – “outstanding pies, steak puddings and beef Wellington” are the orders of the day at this “fabulous” dining room on the edge of the City, where Chef Calum Franklin oversees a “great menu” also featuring British charcuterie and grills. The setting is “a little hotel-like” but “tables are nicely spaced” helping to make it a big hit with business types. Top Tip – “pick up a takeaway pie from the Pie Room”; and there’s “an excellent breakfast, to boot”.
Summary
“Pies to die for” are the ace in the Brit-food pack at this “huge dining room” of a business-friendly hotel on the edge of the City. Chef Calum Franklin is the “wizard” behind this “savoury pastry mecca”, which has its own Pie Room with a dedicated take-away hatch, along with pie and Wellington masterclasses. Top Tip: “excellent choice for breakfast, too”.
Summary
This “lovely, grand dining room” on the edge of the City is designed to impress, and provides “a great buzz”, and “classic staple dishes” to a largely business clientele, including first thing when it’s “an excellent breakfast venue”. Sartorially speaking, views divide on the “amusing trousers” which are standard issue for the waiting staff. STOP PRESS: In autumn 2017 a dedicated pie hatch is due to open.
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Holborn Dining Room Restaurant Diner Reviews
"The pies are justifiably well known but, though allowances must be made for current conditions, it definitely feels like a hotel with patchy service. Good if you are in the area and need it, not a destination."
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £36.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.50 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £3.50 |
252 High Holborn, London, WC1V 7EN
Opening hours
| Monday | 7 am‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am‑10 pm |
| Friday | 7 am‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7:30 am‑9:45 pm |
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