Harden's survey result
Summary
“A wonderfully welcoming and fantastic local bistro” – part of a small-but-expanding Hertfordshire chain (Berkhamsted is next) run by the seasoned Andrei Lussmann. “Food is ethically sourced and delicious” and comes at “surprisingly reasonable” prices too (not least the pre-theatre menu).
Summary
One of a small Hertfordshire chain, run by hospitality veteran Andrei Lussmann and whose backers include famous restaurant investor, Luke Johnson. The worst trip last year was from a disappointed London-based reviewer, but it attracts a good number of local reports, all praising “good quality food (with a focus on sustainability) served with precision and at a reasonable price”.
Summary
One of a small Hertfordshire chain, run by hospitality veteran Andrei Lussmann and whose backers include famous restaurant investor, Luke Johnson. The worst trip this year was from a disappointed London-based reviewer, but it attracts a good number of local reports, all praising “good quality food (with a focus on sustainability) served with precision and at a reasonable price”.
Summary
“Always buzzy from the set lunch to late-night dinners”, Andrei Lussmann’s flagship has an enthusiastic local following for its “consistent” menu of MSC-labelled sustainable fish and “reasonable prices”. The former PizzaExpress executive has another four ‘casual dining’ venues under the same name in Hertfordshire, with investment from Luke Johnson.
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Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £17.95 | £20.95 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Pudding |
|---|---|---|
| £7.60 | £20.00 | £6.00 |
| Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £20.95 |
| Filter Coffee | £2.25 |
| Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Waxhouse Gate, High St, St Albans, AL3 4EW
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Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am‑9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am‑9 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am‑9 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am‑10 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am‑7 pm |
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