The Goring Dining Room

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   Gerald

   Brighton

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 22 November 2022

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   The Goring dining room is elegant fine dining with a delightful ambience which justly deserves its Michelin Star. The cooking was imaginative and elicited wonderful flavours. A marvellous place for a special occasion.

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   RogerC

   London

   56 reviews

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   3.0

   56 reviews

   Dined on 27 October 2022

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   We arrived at the restaurant at about 7.15pm and left at around 9.15pm ; during that time we were served two courses, not counting a small (and tasteless) amuse bouche. We started with a hotel speciality- Eggs Drumkilbo. It read well on the menu but when it arrived it was essentially a small helping of shredded crab. For the two of us, that came to £60. ! The main course (when it arrived) was excellent, but by that time we just wanted to leave. Overall, including the usual gross mark up on wine, we spent £275. Very poor value.

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   StephenS

   New York Area

   16 reviews

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   3.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on 9 September 2022

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   My husband and I attended the Goring restaurant to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We found it to be very much a hotel restaurant, not much fun,stuffy atmosphere . We started with cocktails in the bar which took a good 20 minutes to arrive. Mine was a rather watery spritzer, apparently rose flavoured. Our starter it was tasty but very small. Note: Orkney scallop means one Orkney scallop, £24. We then had to wait about 20 minutes for our main courses to arrive, by which time we were pretty hungry.The main courses were very good, guineafowl and lamb. Service was adequate, nor exceptional.. Our main issue was with the sommelier who seemed offhand and focused more on what in his view went best with my husband’s lamb rather than what might work with my choice of guineafowl. Contrary to his strong guidance towards a red wine, we chose a Chassagne Montrachet ,which should have been rich and complex but was disappointingly “ thin” and was served chilled. We had to ask the sommelier to take it out of the ice bucket. When we said we were disappointed with the wine we were told that it was as it should be. We were not trying to score a discount but were made to feel that this was our objective. This won’t be a memorable meal for us.

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   sarahr

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 21 August 2022

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   Excellent food in gorgeous quiet dining room. Just what we wanted.

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 19 August 2022

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   When we arrived, they told us our reservation had been cancelled, but the only email I received was a confirmation mail. Even though, we got a table and both service and food were excellent. Price was too expensive, but the overall experience was very good. As a suggestion, we think smashed potatoes with meat as a side plate for the Beef Wellington wasn’t a good choice. Everything was delicious, but a fresh salad or sautéed vegetables would be more appropriate, as the main plate was already composed with protein and carbo, so fibers would be better to complement.

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   MaggieP

   London

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 18 August 2022

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   Lunch on an August Thursday was very quiet. Staff excellent, mains were good, strawberry parfait was outstanding! It is a lovely room.

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   Luncheon

   London

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 25 June 2022

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   My gf and I had a lovely evening there Exquisite food Beautiful hotel and dining room Will go again

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   JulieK

   London

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 21 May 2022

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   Unfortunately the food, although beautifully presented, lacked the wow taste factor and we think our main waiter was either having an off day or it was just how he was. He didn’t smile, seemed overworked and rushed which was such a shame. It didn’t live up to my expectations at all, to the point where I actually checked afterwards that they did have a Michelin star!

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   DavidA

   London

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 27 January 2022

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   The whole experience was faultless!

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    AUSTEN

    London

    18 reviews

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    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 28 May 2021

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    Sensational food Outstanding staff a marvellous experience

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    AUSTEN

    London

    18 reviews

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    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 18 May 2021

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    Excellent staff Excellent food a sensational experience

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    xavierb

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2020

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    À wonderful environment, fantastic service and classic, although surprising British food !

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    GeorgeW

    London

    6 reviews

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    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2020

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    High service standards as always with delicious food delivered.

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    RichardN

    London

    3 reviews

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    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2020

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    Very tasty - especially the eggs with lobster! Great wine too.

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    DPsoutings

    London

    117 reviews

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    4.0

    117 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2020

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    A lunch outing. No lunchtime table de haute option, so we were on the a'la carte. The main restaurant was closed due to a lack of customers. We were seated in the garden room (the space previously occupied by the fish restaurant). The service was faultless. Lobster omelete to start with, Beef Wellington main and a Bakewell Tart to finish. All washed down with a bottle of Pinot Noir. (almost forgot... plus a glass of Madeira with the dessert as recommended by the excellent sommelier !!) We chose the Goring because we were nervous of potential Covid 19 problems. A very enjoyable lunch, food faultless as usual.

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    John

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 September 2020

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    Unfortunately this was a bad experience for us. The service was good but food (fois gras parfait, scallop ceviche and chicken with leeks) was very average and certainly not to the standard you would expect from such a restaurant. Only good dish was the sole meuniere but I was a bit surprised when the bill arrived (£60 inc. service charge, price was not on the menu). You can certainly get similar quality for much cheaper. I do not recommend and will certainly not go back except for a drink at the cocktail bar which looks great.

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    JohnnyD

    London

    49 reviews

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    3.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on 7 March 2020

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    I would probably return to this restaurant but my last visit might very well deter me. On arrival I bashed my shins when I sat down at our table for two. Upon investigation I discovered that the table had been set so that the support struts of the trestle table block the area where the customer’s legs go. The waiter didn’t understand my problem so I was forced to display the issue by lifting the table cloth and then assist him turning our table by 90 degrees. The waiter who took our order was a rather aloof and unwelcoming host who lacked any warmth. Indeed, he was a little snippy when I asked for my foie gras to be accompanied by a glass of Sauternes. I found him to be an unpleasant sort of fellow by manner and demeanour. The food was lovely although both lamb dishes were a little underdone for our liking (we like our lamb pink but it was a little too rare to eat comfortably without a bit of a hard chew). I wouldn’t mention it other than along with the other issues I mention it made for an less than perfect evening. My wife ordered a cup of tea after our dessert and cheese (both of which were lovely) and I ordered an espresso martini. When they were served the tea wasn’t provided with any sugar or sweeteners or petit fours. When it dawned on my wife that the waiter had no intention of returning to our table with the aforementioned she flagged him down (eventually) and asked about sugar and petit fours. They were fetched without apology (and by my reckoning the petit fours weren’t at all up to Michelin star standard). Once the drinks were served we appeared to have become invisible and when I eventually managed to catch someone’s eye to ask for the bill - I paid it and we left without so much as a “good evening” from any member of the restaurant staff. I would like to return again, especially as the Beef Wellington I saw being served looked so splendid, but the matters that went awry, and the fashion in which they were handled rather puts me off a return.

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    Stewart

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2020

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    An excellent Valentine's dinner the choice of menu and wines were of the highest standards So good that I have already requested the same table for next year already

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    OpenTable Diner

    Central Texas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 13 February 2020

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    Birthday lunch

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    SukjooK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 February 2020

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    Very impressed with its ambiance and the level of service received. Great decor inside and food was absolutely delightful, recommend it to anyone who wants a fancy night out. Also perfect for a important meetings with clients as the noise level is quite low. I will be definitely coming back!

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    PeterG

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 January 2020

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    well where to start the dining room was empty when we went for dinner on Sunday. just 2 tables in the restaurant featuring rather loud Americans. then the starter came where my partner found a massive piece of crab shell in the starter. the beef wellington was rather good however not enough sauce. this was followed by desert which they brought the wrong desert for myself which i had not ordered however they did replace it with the correct desert quite quickly. we were very disappointed in the whole experience and based on that experience i am not sure how in the world they have managed to receive a michelin star. i cook better food and provide a better atmosphere at a local pub i work for! the manager who took our order was not too helpful and rather unhelpfully suggested that if i was still hungry after my main course i could order some extra potatoes! I was trying to assess whether the wellington split between 2 people would be enough for 2 fairly hungry people otherwise i may have had an alternative main course. They did discount some wine from the bill and removed the service charge which is just as well because otherwise there would of been completely no value in the meal what so ever. Service was lacking, atmosphere was lacking and most definitely the standard of the food was just not as good as we were expecting. to find a rather large bit of crab shell in our eggs drumkilbo when cooking aT this standard is actually unforgivable. we will most likely never go back.

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    OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 January 2020

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    Some of their Staff where not so nice. Others are. We left to use there other room.

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    jan1

    London

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2020

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    Whilst the food was tasty, service was appalling. It was my birthday and I am gluten and lactose intolerant. My husband contacted ThebGoring the night before and was told that everything was fine. First i was told if I wanted GF bread I would need to wait. Next I asked for a Pinot Grigio and they only had Rose. It was suggested I try Pinot He is, which I did. It was too dry so I asked if I could look at the wine list and choose another. I did this but had to wait half an hour before anyone noticed I was trying to get their attention. By the time I had my wine my husband had almost finished his drink. Next I went through the menu thoroughly and chose a starter of salted beetroot with ewes cheese and BlackBerry jus. It arrived minus the ewes cheese. When I eventually got hold of a waiter he said I couldn't have it as it was made from milk and I was lactose intolerant. I was not amused. Eventually I got the cheese. My next course was the Dover sole which was very cold. By this time I wanted to eat up and go. My husband had roast beef which should have come with mustard and horseradish sauce. They forgot the mustard. We found a wziter who said it would be there immsdiately but it arrived 20 mins later. Needless to say my husband had almost eaten his meal. Lastly the dessert. I looked at the menu, absolutely nothing for Gluten free. Then one of the waiters said i could have the lemon cake only to come back later saying it had lactose in it. Eventually I was offered sorbet. Immediately after in was given a very tiny slice of chocolate cake, apparently gluten free with a candle. It was very disappointing as last year I took my husband to the Savoy Grill and everything was fantastic. Once I sat down we were asked which one of us was gluten free and I was immediately offered some Gf bread and a totally Gf menu. Fantastic. My birthday this year was marred by their inattentiveness and although we were seated at 12.45 we were the last to leave the restaurant at 3pm. I do r

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    Opentablevip

    New York Area

    29 reviews

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    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2019

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    A more traditional British restaurant with very attentive service and a warm ambiance. The food is well prepared but not as finely prepared as I expected from a Michelin restaurant. The meal is priced reasonably but drinks and wine are more expensive than other comparable restaurant. Overall fine though not outstanding.

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    RiccardoT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2019

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    Very good food, excellent service and a very beautiful bar , all in an elegant and british atmosphere.

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    NatS

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2019

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    Excellent venue, great food and very accommodating services. We went for my son’s birthday breakfast and all had a great time. We will definitely return with friends.

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    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 November 2019

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    Service was unusually slow. Not the first time I’ve dined there. Took 30 minutes to get a drink! Food absolutely fabulous and as expected! I just hope it was an off evening with regard to service as I will return.

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    JohnS

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2019

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    I had an excellent dinner The service was first class and the food very good. My guest also very much enjoyed dinner.

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    Tina

    London

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2019

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    Overall experience- fabulous 10/10

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    John

    London

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2019

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    Food was superb, the service was patchy. Not up to the usual quality of this hotel.

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    Greyisgood

    London

    5 reviews

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    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2019

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    First class service late on a Sunday evening. Well done! Peter

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    DANIEL

    London

    15 reviews

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    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2019

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    One of the bests in London.

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    OpenTable Diner

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2019

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    Excellent service, food and friendly staff!

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    OpenTable Diner

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2019

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    Professional service Perfect presentation Amazing choice of wine

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    KFoodie

    Italy

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2019

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    Food was amazing

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    GastroLover

    Kent

    73 reviews

    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on 17 October 2019

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    Fabulous in every way. Had dinner in the main restaurant with three friends as a birthday treat. From the initial welcome to the final goodbye everything was perfect. Had the set menus which on this occasion included a complimentary glass of champagne, always a good start! Service was impeccable, food wonderful and we were thoroughly spoilt. The birthday girl had an amazing time. The staff managed the correct amount of class with the right degree of friendliness. Only negative was that we could only get a late table 9.15pm which meant that we could not have a drink in the bar after our meal, as the bar closes at 12pm. Sadly this meant we had to visit another establishment for a night cap as after 12pm only residents allowed to be served. Would visit again for a treat.

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    SusanB

    London

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2019

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    My favourite lunch time venue in London - elegant, unobtrusive service and first class ambience.

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    BelaT

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2019

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    4 breakfasts at the hotel!

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    Lewima

    Sydney

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2019

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    Have eaten here many times in the past but this was the first under its new guise. It didn’t disappoint. A genuinely flawless experience all round. Food is actually quite innovative without feeling contrived. Professional service standards amongst the best anywhere. A beautiful room and well spaced, comfortable seating. Will definitely be returning.

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    Chuckmontreal

    Montreal

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on 22 September 2019

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    Une ambiance feutrée et de très bon goût nous a emballée dès notre arrivée. Une cuisine britannique créative et goûteuse, un service de bon style malgré quelques erreurs du possiblement a une mauvaise communication entre les cuisines et le personnel de service. Le tout fut corrigé prestement pour nous assurer une très bonne expérience dans l’ensemble. Une belle découverte si vous voulez faire l’expérience d’une cuisine britannique de haut niveau. C’est une table à fréquenter si vous êtes de passage à Londres.

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