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CORE by Clare Smyth, London,
Award-winning

CORE by Clare Smyth

4.9
4.9
3417 Reviews
£41 and over
British

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2 people
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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Executive Chef
    Clare Smyth
  • 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.
    CLARE SMYTH AND DOM PÉRIGNON photo

What 3,417 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

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • 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

3,417 Reviews
  1. Jamie

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    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.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Juliet

    Norfolk/Suffolk

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    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!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Joe

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    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

  4. Debra

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous lunch for my husbands 60th. My only comment would be is that they had just got us a lovely glass of champagne and then immediately moved us to our table, think they should have either given us a few more minutes or served us at our table - but didn’t spoil anything.

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  5. Clare

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant, everything was perfect, staff were all so lovely and welcoming and food was divine. Feel like so much effort has been put in to make the experience special.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Carol

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was absolutely amazing!! Can’t even describe how tasty each course was. My husband had the classic tasting menu & I had the seasonal tasting menu & both were FANTASTIC!! Service was excellent & everyone was very friendly. We have wanted to go for years & it was worth the wait!!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Adrian

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and top notch service from knowledgeable, personable staff. My wife and I went for the 2 tasting menus which reflect local seasonal produce prepared with wit and creativity. First rate food - plus an excellent wine list.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. OpenTable Diner

    Utrecht

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and excellent service. Asked for a small pause and that worked perfectly

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Alex

    London

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food, wine, service and atmosphere. I can see why it is so difficult to get a table.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Macallan

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been to several 2 and 3 star restaurants an this is hands down the best

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

CORE by Clare Smyth is rated 4.9 stars by 3417 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for CORE by Clare Smyth

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
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