CORE by Clare Smyth

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1. AK

   AnishaK

   London

   15 reviews

   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Second time, can’t fault anything. Food, service, decor and ambiance is excellent. Absolutely gorgeous experience.

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Hertfordshire

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Absolutely outstanding, very friendly service and ambience with incredible food. Three stars are well deserved

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3. KK

   KeeK

   Hawaii

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   My friends and I ordered classic tasting menu. Each dish was artfully prepared with attention to detail. Food was excellent, and service was attentive. Wine selections were extensive, and servers were knowledgeable and sensible. I highly recommend the restaurant.

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   London

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The most wonderful meal. Faultless in every way

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   Mike

   Hertfordshire

   17 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   A stunning meal with excellent friendly service in a beautiful place. We’ll be returning to experience this wonderful food again. Thank you.

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6. NF

   NigelF

   London

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Spectacular but unfussy food with outstanding service. An absolute gastronomic tour de force

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   A perfect dinner in a beautiful setting. The staff was simply excellent.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Awesome food, terrific service, an impeccable experience

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Zuid-Holland

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Made a reservation for diner at Corw by Clare Smith: everything was of the highest standard: staff, food and drinks! Really impressive was the humble potatoe with beurre blanc. To die for.

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10. MD

    MarkDempster

    Cheshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Faultless services, food out of this world… made to feel super special

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely amazing food and service - everything was perfect from start to finish!

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    KathrynL

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was an early Birthday present for my husband. This restaurant is excellent from friendly staff unbelievable food and wine. Such a friendly atmosphere especially for a fine dinning restaurant. I cannot recommend highly enough.

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13. TL

    TownsendL

    London

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 19 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Unbelievable experience, worth the hype, the hassle of booking and of course the Michelin rating. A real joy

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14. SW

    StefanieW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    What an incredible experience! We finally made it to Core and it did not disappoint. The food was delicious and everything was exquisitely plated and presented - our stand out dishes were the "Potato and roe" and "Cheese and onion". The serving staff were all so attentive and made us feel very welcome. Gareth, the sommelier, and Michael, the restaurant manager visiting from Oncore, topped off the experience for us. On our way out, Clare took the time to chat to us, which was the perfect way to end our evening.

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15. OJ

    OliverJ

    Hertfordshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing meal, surprisingly energetic atmosphere very different to other 3 star restaurants I have dined in!

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16. ET

    EmmaT

    Kent

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing experience, impeccable service just a joy

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17. FW

    FoodieWhispers

    London

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 18 May 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience4

    Food was average however a lot is expected since this is a 3 Michelin and it didn't deliver...far too many gelée components. Potato and Veal were the 2 stand out pieces. Recommendations of a red wine for a wagyu with oyster is absurd. Service, extremely inconsistent with little attention to detail. By the end of the night, the ARM was very quick to take our payment with little to no care. We felt we had outstayed our welcome. Overall a disappointing experience.

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18. S

    Scoffer

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful. What a treat to see the executive head chef so involved

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19. NE

    NEOexperience

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Two tasting menu, both creative and traditional! Head chef and her team can be observed from the glass outside, approachable.

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20. KT

    KirstyT

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The service was incredible from the moment we stepped into the restaurant to the moment we left. We were never left to ask for assistance as the waiting staff anticipated our every need, and managed to do this without making us feel like we were being pestered. Fantastic! The food was impeccable, nothing negative about any of the courses. They were all delicious. The desserts in particular were a work of art. Atmosphere was great, not too quiet, not too loud. And Clare was kind enough to take a moment out of her busy service to speak to us before we left. It’s easy to see why this restaurant has 3 stars. Would definitely recommend. And will hopefully be returning as soon as possible.

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    Taro

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We visited Core to celebrate our 25th anniversary. In summary, it was perfect! We chose the seasonal tasting menu and it was a culinary adventure with each dish bringing its own distinct flavours, all beautifully presented. The chef really managed to bring out and accentuate the taste of each ingredient. Similarly, the service was excellent. From the moment you enter the restaurant to the moment you leave, each and every member of staff was welcoming, attentive, and quick to react despite how busy they were. They were all happy to answer any questions and to offer their suggestions. I asked for a lint remover for my blazer (an unusual request for them no doubt) and they, without hesitation, went to find one - which they did. My wife and agreed that this was the best dining experience we’ve had and we certainly won’t be waiting another 25 years to come back! Thank you Core, Clare Smyth, and all the staff for such a special experience.

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22. M

    Matt

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 May 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Outstanding as always. We would eat here every week if it was easier to get a table!

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23. EL

    EL4039

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 13 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were prepared to have a wonderful meal but CORE exceeded even our high expectations. The food was exquisite, delectable and beautifully presented. We were particularly impressed by how resourcefully and creatively the chefs had used every part of the animal to delicious effect. The serving staff was consistently attentive without ever being overbearing. We will certainly go back when we once again visit London.

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Demoland (UK)

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Oh my goodness, stunning!

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely fantastic in every way. By far the best restaurant in London

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is my first trip to London and it’s the first real trip that I have with my wife since we got married 12 years ago. Thus, this has got to be special. London has been wonderful to us in so many ways and Core is our first ever 3 star experience. The journey to the restaurant was blighted with disastrous traffic, causing us to be awfully late. But from the moment that we have arrived, the welcome and service given to us were impeccable, making us forget about the horrid journey there. The food was without a doubt the best that we have had thus far. To say that it was a dinner would not do it the least justice. It was an awesome experience. The food looked and tasted exquisite. The taste in each of the dishes fused perfectly with each other. And each one was a gastronomic thrill. And wine. The sommelier was spot on with all her recommendations and pairings. The wines complimented all the food perfectly. In summary, every aspect of this experience was 10/10. Kudos to Clare and team for such a wonderful experience! We will be back again!

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    jamesx

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food, beautiful presentation and excellent service

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    40th birthday lunch, simply stunning as a full dining experience. Save this for something really special and whatever menu you try you will be in foodie heaven!

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29. DJ

    DanielJ

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful experience. Outstanding food, pairing and service. Expensive but worth it.

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30. LK

    LKK1

    London

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 5 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Sublime experience from start to finish. Food was wonderful, service was impeccable but relaxed and friendly. Cant wait for an excuse to go back.

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31. DW

    DWLONDON

    London

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 May 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was definitely the best culinary experience we've had in London!

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32. RT

    RichardT

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Simply beautiful and delicious food. Friendly and knowledgable front of house team. Great to get a brief hello and goodbye from Clare herself.

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    Sarah

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were celebrating a special occasion, and couldn’t have asked for a lovelier evening. Every dish was delicious, each wine was exquisite, and the team couldn’t have been friendlier. Meeting Clare at the end of the evening and being able say thank you in person just topped everything off.

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34. AG

    AlexandraG

    London

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 29 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The service and the food was second to none. Every single dish was exquisite, such rich flavours. Justifiably the restaurant is fully booked months in advance.

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Truly one of the best lunches; no, meals, we have every enjoyed and we are in our 60s and well travelled and well fed! Everything was exceptional from walking up to the front door as it smoothly glided open, through the glass walled room, with kitchen beyond, to be welcomed by the chefs waving and greeting (we are not celebrities just ordinary guests). Every member of staff was informative and attentive without ever being oppressive or stuffy. Every morsel from the amuse-bouche to the mini chocolate tart petit fours was melt in the mouth gorgeous. We both sampled things on the tasting menus (seasonal me, classic him) which we’d not fancied before, crispy sweetbreads, jellied eels, things we would have been conservative about but it was the right place to try them as everything was mouth wateringly good with flavours which made it hard not to groan with pleasure. There’s an impressive wine list but you won’t feel judged if you just buy a couple of glasses and the sommelier was just as smiley and attentive as if we’d been ordering top of the range bottles. As we left Clare herself was at the pass and was friendly and approachable. It comes from the top clearly. We were lucky to get a cancellation a couple of weeks ago but I gather it’s booking 91 days ahead. It’s definitely worth the wait and an experience we shall not forget and shall repeat.

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    Johnny

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 April 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Not much surprise with food.

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    amazing food, friendly and attentive staff

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kent

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    A truly outstanding experience from beginning to end, including having the pleasure of meeting Clare Smyth. We had the Classic Tasting menu with wine pairing. Simply amazing.

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39. JR

    JamieR

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Nice meal!

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40. CL

    CLoX

    London

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 26 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I have been wanting to go to Core for a very long time. Indeed, it far exceeded my expectations even though I already knew it was going to be amazing beforehand. This is my absolute favourite 3-starred Michelin restaurant - not least because every dish and every detail is truly exquisite and so beautifully crafted. Incredible flavours and flawless quality of ingredients, provenance and culinary creativity. Each ingredient is treated with the utmost respect and elevation. Everything is dreamy and delicious, and every dish shines with a quiet grace without any flashiness or gimmicks, which is so modern and refreshing for haute cuisine restaurants of this caliber. Outstanding wine list and fascinating cocktail list (check out the Core Classics). The team are very friendly and everyone says hi when you enter the restaurant. The staff are stellar and do their utmost to really look after the customers. I cannot recommend Core highly enough - truly worth every penny. Do what you can to get a reservation - you won’t be disappointed.

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