Award-winning

CORE by Clare Smyth

Name: CORE by Clare Smyth
Address: 92 Kensington Park Road, London, United Kingdom, W11 2PN
Telephone: 020 3937 5086
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

3426 Reviews

£41 and over

British

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2 people

14 Oct 2024

19:00

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Fancy

Chef Clare Smyth’s first restaurant, Core by Clare Smyth, opened its doors August 2017.

Located in London’s Notting Hill at 92 Kensington Park Road, Core by Clare Smyth is a modern fine dining restaurant with a strong British ethos, in an elegant, relaxed interior.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British, Contemporary European, Contemporary French
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 18:30–22:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–14:15
Phone number
020 3937 5086
Website
http://www.corebyclaresmyth.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Executive Chef
Clare Smyth

Location
92 Kensington Park Road, London, W11 2PN
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 3 Stars 2023
2. World's 50 Best #71 2023
Area
Notting Hill
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
52-452 Bus lines, Stop: Stanley Gardens<br />8 minutes walk from Notting Hill Gate Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

CLARE SMYTH AND DOM PÉRIGNON
£1,314.50 per person
Prepaid
5 Nov 2024 only
Dom Pérignon presents the ‘Tactility’ Four-Hands Dinner, a collaboration between Dom Pérignon’s Chef de Cave, Vincent Chaperon and 3 Michelin-starred Chefs Clare Smyth (CORE, London) and Andreas Caminada (Schloss Schauenstein, Switzerland) Taking place on Tuesday 5 November 2024 at CORE by Clare Smyth, this exclusive 6-course dinner explores the tactile essence/ aesthetic value of Dom Pérignon's new vintages— Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 and Dom Pérignon Vintage 2006 - Plénitude 2 —through texture, weight, volume, and temperature. Each course will be paired with Dom Pérignon’s finest cuvées, with both chefs interpreting Dom Pérignon Vintage 2006 - Plénitude 2. Tickets: £1,195 + service charge at CorebyClareSmyth.com.

What 3,426 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

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London
Best Ambience
London
British
West London
Best Overall
West London
Best Food
West London
Best Service
West London
Best Ambience
West London
Innovative
West London
Great for fine wines
West London
Good for special occasions

3,426 Reviews

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Matthew
London
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant and bar were as beautiful as always. The food was exquisite. The service wasn’t quite up to its usual high standards.
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Laura
Surrey
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have just returned from a fabulous lunch at Core. We had both the classic and seasonal tasting menus and it is quite simply some of the best food we have ever had. The sauces were fantastic and the fish, meat, etc cooked beautiful. The staff are plentiful, attentive but not too fussy. The restaurant is tastefully done and everyone has space and privacy. Well worth the money, we will return.
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Natascha
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A big thank to all the very hard working staff who made sure my husband and I enjoyed the most wonderful culinary experience last Friday. We had a lovely greeting from the young lady at reception who showed us to the bar. Charlie, the barman looked after us before we went to the main restaurant for our meal. All the dishes were delicious and beautifully presented and complimented our wine choices. It truly was a relaxing afternoon.
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Richard
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant represents the very best of what this country offers. Amazing staff, extremely professional, well trained and genuinely dedicated to the customer. The food is British at its absolute best. Outstanding dishes, produce, execution, just the right level of drama but so much focus on the actual dish/flavours. Literally, can’t say enough about the experience. Can everyone else try harder!!
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Ken
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an incredible experience- lovely surroundings, utterly amazing food and the best service we have ever had. Wish I could afford to come back every week!
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Ben
Cornwall
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly was the most outstanding meal of my life. Wrapped up with the most amazing staff who just put the cherry on top. Thanks so much to all. I will be saving hard for a revisit in another season.
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Kevin
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. Food was stunning. Very well balanced throughout both the seasons menu and the classics menu. Service was fantastic. This a proper restaurant that simply does all the things you’d expect on a different level. Thanks for an amazing lunch.
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Jamie
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely exquisite food, making the most of the ingredients executing at the highest levels. At the price point could perhaps add a few more luxury ingredients (e.g. a real serving of caviar or some truffles), but at the same time the menu is better than just haphazardly adding lux ingredients for the sake of it. The restaurant staff was wonderful and showcased great expertise and enthusiasm.
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Juliet
Norfolk/Suffolk
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a group of six food-loving siblings, we chose Core by Clare Smyth in Kensington for a surprise 40th birthday celebration, and it was an absolutely divine experience. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed, and the service throughout was impeccable. Watching the artistry in the kitchen unfold was a delight, showcasing their expertise and passion for food. The incredibly attentive staff were knowledgeable about the extensive menu, offering recommendations and expertly pairing drinks, wine, and cocktails. The food tasting was truly out of this world, with every dish exquisitely prepared. They also catered to all dietary requirements effortlessly, accommodating gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian options without a hitch. The elegant setting combined with great company and the professionalism of the staff made for an unforgettable evening. Each course was a masterpiece, both in presentation and taste, making the birthday celebration extra special. Core by Clare Smyth is more than just a meal—it’s a memorable culinary experience. We highly recommend it for anyone looking to indulge in exceptional food, world-class service, and a truly wonderful atmosphere. A perfect place for a special occasion or simply to enjoy incredible food!
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Joe
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and excellent food, worth every penny.
1 person found this helpful

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CORE by Clare Smyth is rated 4.9 stars by 3426 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

14 Oct 2024

19:00

Booked 17 times today

Experiences are available.

92 Kensington Park Road, London, W11 2PN

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 3 Stars 2023
2. World's 50 Best #71 2023
Area
Notting Hill
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 18:30–22:00 Thu–Sat 12:00–14:15
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
British, Contemporary European, Contemporary French
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Jacket Preferred
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
52-452 Bus lines, Stop: Stanley Gardens8 minutes walk from Notting Hill Gate Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Clare Smyth
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.corebyclaresmyth.com/
Phone number
020 3937 5086

CORE by Clare Smyth

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Additional information

Experiences

CLARE SMYTH AND DOM PÉRIGNON

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What 3,426 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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