Harden's survey result
Summary
This “restrained and rather old-school” Richmond gem “was always good but has improved in the last few years” to become a major culinary destination. Kenneth Culhane’s “refined” dishes are “cooked to perfection and beautifully presented” in the “lovely setting” of an Arts & Crafts house next to glorious Richmond Park. “Unobtrusive, efficient and friendly service” and an “interesting selection of wine” make every meal here “a very special experience”.
Summary
Kenneth Culhane’s “superb cooking – inventive within the boundaries of modern British cuisine” – has generated a groundswell of interest in this “unique” venue: an Arts & Crafts home bordering leafy Richmond Park and near the Thames. “The building itself is absolutely stunning and, like the menu, feels both progressive and traditional”; the atmosphere of civilised luxury extends to monthly dinners featuring a classical recital on an antique rosewood Bechstein grand piano.
Summary
In its “somewhat obscure location” bordering Richmond Park, this spacious Arts & Crafts home has “a wonderfully relaxed ambience”. It is an ideal showcase for Kenneth Culhane’s “original and beautifully cooked meals” – some of the most culinarily ambitious around leafy Richmond, and presented with “immaculate service”. It’s “almost a surprising find”… except, with the help of the folks from Clermont-Ferrand, it’s increasingly well-known.
Summary
“By far the best restaurant in the Richmond area”, this superior Arts & Crafts pub on the edge of Richmond Park is “a lovely place for a special occasion”, boasting a “beautiful room, lovely attentive staff and top-quality ingredients”. The fan club is overwhelmingly local, but chef Kenneth Culhane’s “well thought-out and presented” cuisine is winning wider recognition, including a coveted star from the French tyre-makers.
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Have you eaten at The Dysart Petersham?
135 Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AA
Restaurant details
The Dysart Petersham Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Simply outstanding food and presentation"
"Excellent garden lunch - good value for the quality. V refined cooking in a lovely setting"
"Excellent lunch, very smart but relaxed restaurant, ideal for a lunch with friends"
"Exceptional food at 2-Michelin star standard. "
"Stunningly good food with impeccable service and beautiful ambiance "
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £75.00 |  |
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| Dinner | £85.00 | |
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| Cost | Availability | Courses | |
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| Menu1 | 155.00 | Always available | 13 |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.50 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.50 |
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| Bread | £0.00 |
135 Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AA
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 6 pm‑8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 6 pm‑8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 6 pm‑8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2 pm, 6 pm‑8:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 pm‑8:30 pm |
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