Hélène Darroze at The Connaught - Westminster
Y Y We visited this three-Michelin-star restaurant in London as a party of two and both chose the seven-course tasting menu. Overall, the experience was excellent and thoroughly enjoyable.
The standout dishes were undoubtedly the crab and the lobster. They were exceptional and, without exaggeration, the best seafood dishes I have had at any Michelin-starred restaurant in London. The flavours were clean, refined, and perfectly executed, allowing the quality of the seafood to truly shine.
My friend opted for the additional supplements of caviar and wagyu beef. The caviar paired beautifully with langoustine, creating a harmonious and luxurious combination, and was very well executed. The wagyu was also of high quality and very satisfying; however, the portion was quite generous. For some diners, especially women, it may be difficult to finish. A smaller portion at a reduced supplement price would make this option more balanced and appealing.
Desserts, in comparison, were slightly underwhelming. The signature baba requires an additional charge and is served in a fairly large portion. While the cream was beautifully made and technically excellent, the overall flavour of the dessert was not particularly distinctive or memorable.
Despite this, the meal as a whole was outstanding, with particularly strong savoury courses and impeccable execution throughout.
The tasting menu was ÂŁ225, and with some supplement courses, one drink per person and service charge, it was around $450 per person.
