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One of London's best nights out! - Piano Kensington, London, Greater London

Piano Kensington

4.7
4.7
29 Reviews
£25 and under
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
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Piano Kensington, located within the five star Royal Garden Hotel, is one of London's great nights out.
**We have limited online table availability but we do have plenty of standing room available so walk in guests are always welcomed.**
Live music in a vibrant yet intimate environment where you can sing and dance the night away. Piano Kensington is an institution with a warm welcome for guests of all ages specialising in rum cocktails alongside a wide selection of other beverages. You are guaranteed a great night out!
Group bookings are welcome, please call the Bar or email us at pianokensington@royalgardenhotel.co.uk with enquiries.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Sat 17:00–01:00

  • Phone number

    020 7361 1977

  • Website

    http://www.royalgardenhotel.co.uk/piano-kensington

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Group bookings welcomed. Perfect for work parties, hens dos, all sizes of groups are welcomed. Private hire available for bookings of up to 130. Terms and Conditions apply. Email or call for more information on larger group bookings piano@royalgardenhotel.co.uk

  • Location

    24 Kensington High St 2, London, Greater London W8 4PT

  • Area

    Kensington

  • Cross Street

    Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington High Street

  • Parking Details

    NCP car park located underneath hotel

  • Public Transit

    High Street Kensington Tube 5 minute walk. Bus Routes, 9, 23, 49, 52, 70, 452, N9 - Stop Kensington Palace

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 29 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 3.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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  1. K

    Kyrst

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience3
    Loved our evening there, the musicians were amazing! We were just freezing with the aircon
  2. SN

    SamanthaN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic ambience. Authentic tasting pizza’s. Welcoming and friendly staff. Brilliant pianist taking requests. Service and atmosphere were above and beyond. The staff couldn’t do enough for us. Highly recommend a visit hear you listen to some lovely music at a great venue.
  3. ES

    ElenaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love the piano lounge it is always an amazing Experience never to be missed. We go often, the pianists are so talented
  4. JH

    JackieH

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2022

    overall2food3service4ambience1
    Didnt have food so put 'moderate' to get to next stage of review. Piano is not the same now it's moved from it's previous location opposite the tube station. No atmosphere, completely different crowd and no vibe. Very disappointed. Also, tried to call several times to inform we would be 10 mins late and the phone was (eventually) answered by Housekeeping!
  5. AF

    AnnieF

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great evening with great cocktails, good music and fantastic service
  6. L

    Lizh

    London

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 10 June 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Piano bar in Kensington! But it’s not the old piano bar in Kensington. It has improved on some aspects - service. Musicians did not compare. Played and solicited request after request. Had no plan for the evening, too much hard work for me.
  7. A

    Andy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 June 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    In its classy new venue, the Kensington Piano Bar remains one of the best nights out in London.

    Piano KensingtonResponded on 14 June 2022Hi Andy, Thanks for your review - we are so glad you like the new venue within the Royal Garden Hotel and did everything we could to maintain the good time vibes always associated with Piano Kensington. We will hope to see you again soon for another great night! Musical wishes Piano Bar Team

  8. BF

    BerneenF

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The cocktails were sublime. The food was excellent. I had wished that the servers had offered food. Only when I saw other people ordering did I realize food was available and by then the kitchen was closing. They did make an effort for me though which was appreciated. The music was just fantastic. For me personally, I found the group of party goers ruined the atmosphere a little for those of us that really just wished to sit back and enjoy the piano. They danced and made a huge noise right in front of the piano - a little inconsiderate perhaps. The musician handled whatever was thrown at him. I thought him a very special talent .
  9. GD

    GillianD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 May 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience4
    I booked for a group of us for my birthday so was in communication with the team beforehand and they were fantastic, super responsive, friendly and helpful. Service was great. We didn't eat so can't comment on that. Was a bit worried when we arrived at 20.00 as very quiet with just a few couples sitting around, but it got full and lively later. Pianist took requests so spent the night dancing and enjoying the fantastic music. Definitely recommend.
  10. g

    goodnosh

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 May 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Fantastic venue. Absolutely recommend this bar. Live music is amazing.
  11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 May 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    Great night filled with music and smiles
  12. SG

    SiobhanG1

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 April 2022

    overall5food3service4ambience5
    Piano Bar Kensington is the most fun you can have in London! But you must go when Adam is playing (usually Weds and Fri). On April 1st there was a different pianist before Adam and he did not generate the same singalong piano bar vibe Adam did. Bar food was pretty good, ambience electric!
  13. SF

    SaraF

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time since piano moved to its new home inside the hotel. Happy to report it’s just as nice. Friendly staff … great atmosphere. Can thoroughly recommend 😊
  14. PP

    PaulaP

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an amazing time at piano kensington. The staff were super attentive and went out of their way to make the evening great. Pianists were out of the world too! We ordered food from uber eats and were even brought plates and cutlery. Can't wait to return!
  15. VB

    VBlessings

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was great. A place to unwind, relax and join the fun.
  16. NB

    NicholaB

    Worcestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great fun. Would recommend to people who want a fun night out.
  17. NH

    NikkiHS

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 29 January 2022

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    We met some friends here for drinks. The service was superb, with just a nod to the waiter more drinks arrived. The pianist was fantastic, extremely talented musician and singer with an extensive repertoire. We didn't eat, so can't comment on the food. We would come back again in a heartbeat and just spend all evening listening to the pianist and dancing. Fabulous place.
  18. B

    Behere

    Hertfordshire

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The piano man was really engaging and play beautiful songs
  19. PR

    PaulR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 January 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible night at the Piano Kensington, talent of the pianists was unbelievable, drinks service tremendous and staff brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed
  20. ST

    SamT

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2021

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Great location, nice drinks and nice ambience with the pianist. Took requests which was great! Just wish it was busier when we were there, would’ve added to the ambience
  21. OT

    OpenTableDiner

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had not returned to Piano for almost 3 years, since the move to the new location. As always, a night to remember. I actually found the new location better, more space to dance. James Sayer was absolutely wonderful!!!! What a return to Piano, thank you!
  22. DR

    DianR

    Brighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 December 2021

    overall5food1service5ambience5
    Not serving food unfortunately but we were advised of this, drinks expensive but entertainment makes up for it. James on the piano was amazing and we had such a great evening. We will definitely be back!
  23. KP

    KarenP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 November 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing place - booked in advance of a 50th, only 4 of us - the atmosphere, music, service, all fantastic!
  24. DL

    DebbieL

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2021

    overall5food1service5ambience3
    A lovely pre dinner cocktail with nice piano music. Would have liked some snacks to have with our drinks but there were none available. Was envious of the customer who had ordered his own takeout and ate it whilst sitting at the piano!
  25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2021

    overall5food1service5ambience3
    Great place for live music and drinking , great to have food delivery
  26. A

    Animal

    London

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2021

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    A very nice bar with lovely live music although quite expensive drinks. I would recommend for a special occasion
  27. MB

    MariaB

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2021

    overall4food1service4ambience3
    Too loud and miss behaving young girls and screaming to the music. It’s nice to hear piano music with a lower tone. Is it a piano bar or a disco!
  28. TR

    TimRS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 October 2021

    overall4food1service5ambience4
    The kitchens aren't open, so you could only buy in food via Uber Eats. You were prohibited from bringing your own bag of nuts or food from any other source. I would have thought that, at these prices for cocktails, there could have been complimentary nuts and seeds available, but apparently, covid restrictions meant that they could not manage this - cannot understand why! The pianist (from 6.30) was absolutely brilliant and we had a hugely enjoyable (£65 bottle) champagne-fuelled celebratory three hours there. The cocktails were mainly £13.50. We look forward to going again for a pre or post-supper drink and when there's something available to nibble! This is NOT a restaurant!
  29. EI

    EricI

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 October 2021

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    They weren’t serving food when we went, but the experience was amazing. Without a doubt, my favorite bar in London.

    Piano KensingtonResponded on 19 October 2021Dear Ericl, We are so glad to hear you had an amazing experience at Piano Kensington, and we very much look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great night! Vilmos - Piano Kensington

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

  • Screening

    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Piano Kensington is rated 4.7 stars by 29 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Piano Kensington

24 Kensington High St 2, London, Greater London W8 4PT

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington High Street

  • Area

    Kensington

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Sat 17:00–01:00

  • Cuisines

    Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    NCP car park located underneath hotel

  • Public Transit

    High Street Kensington Tube 5 minute walk. Bus Routes, 9, 23, 49, 52, 70, 452, N9 - Stop Kensington Palace

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    http://www.royalgardenhotel.co.uk/piano-kensington

  • Phone number

    020 7361 1977

  • Private party facilities

    Group bookings welcomed. Perfect for work parties, hens dos, all sizes of groups are welcomed. Private hire available for bookings of up to 130. Terms and Conditions apply. Email or call for more information on larger group bookings piano@royalgardenhotel.co.uk

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