Oriole - (Near Westminster, South East)

Andy Ikoyi has such a distinguished reputation it can only really disappoint. Im pleased to say it didnt. Ours was a menu of delicious little taste bombs with one slightly more substantial dish featuring their smoked jollof (dont get excited Ghanians, its not real jollof but it is delicious anyway). As hoped, the food was the star of the show and each course really did impress with the flavours, textures and presentation. I found the desserts werent as good as the starters and mains but thats probably more to do with my palate preferences than anything else. From reviews Id read I was expecting an African themed menu which isnt really the case, its more of a fusion menu with inspiration from all over (including the golden continent). The restaurant itself is a wonderfully designed space with exceptional ambience, it had atmosphere and moody charm without too much buzz or pretentiousness which is hard to achieve. The staff were also great; professional, warm and attentive without being over the top. It is madly expensive but if fine dining is your thing, its money well spent.

Mikee We had a wonderful dinner last night at this restaurant. The design is so beautiful, the food was top notch! Highly recommend the Arancini and Linguine with Crab. Shoutout to Szilard for the most amazing zervice too! Will definitely be back ❤️

Abdellatif Lalmi A wonderful dining experience from beginning to end. Keerthana delivered outstanding service with genuine care and professionalism. She understood my dietary needs, confirmed details directly with the chef, and suggested excellent alternatives that suited me perfectly. Her knowledge of the menu and attention to detail were impressive. She engaged at the right moments while maintaining a comfortable sense of privacy. Ankit also stopped by to check on us, which made the experience feel personal and valued. Overall, it was a smooth, satisfying, and pleasantly surprising evening.

Simon M Great place, tucked away inside the Law Society. Ive had breakfast, lunch and after court drinks; good quality food, nicely presented, very clean and excellently waitered. Free WiFi, they manage my Celiac dietary requirements and theres a loyalty card you can apply for that credits you 10% of your spend every time. Its a little gem actually.

Ian Tunhain My go to cafe when I go to the West End. No thrills, but lovely and clean, and does exactly what it says on the tin. Lovely tea, and food is always fresh and clean and well presented. Service is good, staff are helpful and attentive and run this place very well. after i get off the train at Charing Cross, I love to stop here and sit with a cup of tea or 2 and a bite to eat, and watch the world go by just off Trafalgar Square, before I venture further in to town. If youre after a trendy fancy cafe, this is not the place for you. If youre after a clean cafe with prompt service and clean food, then defiantly stop here. A1

Ifra Khan Wildwoods never disappoints. The food is amazing, as always, but this visit was truly elevated by JP. From the moment I walked in, he was all smiles- warm, welcoming, and genuinely inviting. His lovely personality and natural hospitality made the entire experience feel effortless and memorable. JP is truly an asset to Wildwoods and the kind of server who turns a great meal into something special. Can’t wait to return. Note to management: please consider adding an option for gratuity. With service at this level, guests should have an easy way to show their appreciation.