4 /5 Travelling Doc: Listed in the Michelin Guide, Three Darlings is a modern bistro tucked away on pedestrian Pavilion Road, just a short walk from Sloane Square tube station.
You descend a few steps into what feels like a little oasis of greenery, with outdoor courtyard seating leading into an elegant Art Deco–style dining room. Inside, the space features beautiful tiled floors in black and white marble, a striking staircase down to the toilets, a bar at one end, and an open kitchen at the other, with a split-level dining layout.
We visited for brunch and tried the Lobster Royale — essentially eggs Benedict elevated with generous lobster meat, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and a perfectly crisp, toasted muffin. It came as two pieces and was very well executed. The scrambled eggs were also beautifully presented, though I didn’t personally try them.
The cocktails were excellent. The Bloody Mary was potent, well-balanced, and flavourful. The Pandan Martini was a standout — a creative and delicious twist, with a creamy top and aromatic pandan notes that reminded me of the Malaysian dessert ‘seri muka’, made with rice and coconut at the base and pandan coconut on top.
Service was attentive, efficient, and genuinely friendly, and the overall dining experience was both delightful and highly enjoyable.
