Club Gascon - French Michelin Starred Restaurant Restaurant in London

Reviews

1. Luke Newton ★★★☆☆

   We dined here, ordering the 3 course menu before a 730 concert at St. Paul’s cathedral. The reviews of this place were not as glowing as some other options a bit further away, but we opted for a place that was easily walkable. I’m giving 3 stars bc 1 star can seem hyperbolic but honestly as it relates to food, it was a beautifully plated one star. First the positives. Both our fish and duck were cooked perfectly. For first course Wife had the faux gras (walnut) and it was interesting on the first bite but mushy and not compelling after that. I got the other option and I’m not entirely sure what i got. Every single element of the creatively plated dish was unpleasant. The salty fingers were not pleasant alone and not treated with any technique to make them interesting (maybe pickling or candying them would have made them interesting). The other elements seemed to be some sort of root that was supposed to be a vehicle for the garnishes but the sauces were unpleasant. I tried them all as some different bite combination to try to find the interesting bite. I never found it. For the mains, I got the duck. The cook was perfect and the potatoes were great. The sauce on top was some sort of raspberry glaze that seemed about as complex as some $3 raspberry bbq sauce that I could get at a grocery store. The truly greatest flaw was in my wife’s fish/curry dish. My wife took one bite and commented that her mouth was entirely overwhelmed with salt. I tasted her fish and it was fine, so I tasted a piece with the curry surrounding it and that was the source of what seemed to be an entire box of salt. I’m not talking about just salted above preference, I’m talking about something that tastes like someone unscrewed the salt shaker top as a joke and the entire container was poured in. She could not enjoy anything after and picked around to try to salvage the other elements but left mostly unfinished. I don’t think we have ever sent a dish back but we joked that perhaps today was the day. We didn’t but when they were cleaning up, we did comment to the waiter that it was inedible. I think we expected them to taste the curry in the kitchen and realize that someone had made a serious error of proportion. But the service continued as if everything was perfect. Dessert was very delayed. (We had informed them the day prior of our time constraints and they assured us we would have plenty of time.) maybe there was some staff missing from the kitchen? Bc there was only one other table in the entire restaurant for the entire evening we were there. The desserts were fine but we rushed a few bites bc we had to leave and pay. Part of this trips goal for us was to eat great food, completely unhindered by price…and it was delightful with 5 Michelin restaurants and many others that seemed very close. This one restaurant will be memorable for all the wrong reasons. My wife and I still have funny flash backs to how surreal the experience was. Honestly the whole experience made us think we were possibly in a hidden camera reality show where horrible food comes out beautifully plated and the guests are recorded, trying to convince themselves that the food is good. And the show just escalates with worse and worse dishes coming out. There was just one other couple in the restaurant and it seemed entirely more plausible that it was a reality show than the dishes actually being this bad…by the way, I would totally watch that reality show if someone wants to steal my idea.

   almost 8 months ago
2. Emily Petherick ★★★★★

   Such a great find and will definitely be coming back. We booked Club Gascon for a birthday meal and had a bottle of wine pre-bought as a surprise. The waiter was extremely accommodating with this and it was brought out straight away. Everything we ordered was so tasty and presented beautifully. The set menu is also such great value for the quality of food. Highly recommend!

   almost 8 months ago
3. Marie-Helene McKeown ★★★★★

   We had a wonderful evening at the Club Gascon on 7th August. The food is of an amazing standard complemented by original and unique presentations which really add to the whole culinary experience. Everyone of the dishes was delicious. The service was attentive, friendly and professional. The atmosphere was relaxed and sophisticated in a decor of impeccable standard. We really enjoyed everything about the evening, will definitely return and would recommend. We certainly feel that the price was very reasonable for the quality of this experience. A big thank you to the team for a very lovely evening making our special occasion perfect.

   almost 10 months ago

1. Thomas Martin ★★★★★

   Club Gascon offers a refined, inventive cuisine in a beautiful warm and cozy setting. The food is of superb quality, and although not every dish in their 6 or 8 courses menu will please everyone, the quality of the food and the creativity of the pairings makes it an enriching dining experience. The service is very kind and attentive. I would recommend the wine pairing as it paired beautifully with the food, and was very tasty. The restaurant more than deserves its Michelin star, and in my opinion is a must-visit for anyone looking for a calm fine dining experience in London. The setting of the restaurant is also fantastic around Smithfield Market, on the northern boundary of the City of London, a stone’s throw away from Farringdon Elizabeth Line station entrance.

   almost 11 months ago
2. David Simkins ★★★★★

   My first visit here and highly recommended. Had the eight course tasting menu with wine pairing. Each dish was incredibly creative, beautifully presented and, above all else, tasted wonderful. The staff were attentive, very professional, and really friendly. Not remotely stuffy, as some high-end restaurants can be. It felt like a small, family-run restaurant, albeit with a Michelin star. Expensive, but worth it if you are lucky enough to be able to afford it.

   almost 3 years ago
3. Cidane CG ★★★★☆

   I probably missed out by choosing a 6-course menu rather than the full 8. Specifically the attendant was very considerate. I wanted to avoid lactose although not strictly diary free. So they accommodated by changing certain dishes to vege. In general the vibe is good for chatting and not too formal. tastes is balanced and portion is fitness-friendly. Layout is also quite creative. Truly a feast for both stomach and eyes. Not cheap but worth a treat sometimes.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Marilyn ★★★★★

   Exquisite food & the best service we have ever received from a London high-end restaurant. Much thanks to the team for a memorable gastronomy experience for a special occasion. We left feeling not only very full after the 8 course tasting menu, which was just truly amazing! We also left feeling it was a local restaurant that we've been going to for years...

   almost 3 years ago
2. Elisha Tanya ★★★★☆

   Prior to coming to Club Gascon I was extremely exited to dine at a French Michelin starred restaurant in London and my expectations were extremely high. I knew I wouldn’t be able to maximise my experience by opting for the tasting menu because it limits what you can eat and you end up having the same dishes as your partner or whoever you’re dining with. However, I really enjoyed the restaurant and the staff treated us with the highest level of professionalism I had ever experienced in London. The tasting menu food was so clever in its presentation and flavour combinations. The starter of bread and flavoured butter was so good it left me wanting more but it would’ve been too filling if I had more. The classic French flavours and methods of cooking were masterfully done by the chefs and the waiters did a great job explaining every single element on each plate. I highly recommend this restaurant but some may not enjoy it as much if they choose the tasting menu. If you are able to afford the full menu and drink pairings then this would be a Michelin starred restaurant to remember.

   almost 3 years ago
3. Daiam ★★★☆☆

   We had the Jubilee 3 course menu.The duck main course was the highlight of our meal. The bread and butter were also very good. The starter and the dessert were average. We left still feeling hungry even after a 3 course meal. The service was great and all the staff were very attentive and welcoming. Overall I had higher hopes in terms of food from a Michelin star restaurant.

   almost 3 years ago

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