Le Salon Privé

I love this restaurant. It was my second visit. Delightful ambience (a bit quiet at lunchtime) and the best French food I have ever eaten in London.

Excellent in every way - food, service, ambience, etc. Highly recommended. Good choice for early menu (6pm - 7pm). Do try it soon. You won't be disappointed.

The food was good although expensive for a starter of just two scallops, the octopus carpaccio was excellent. My husband's main course of brill was very good but I had to send back the lamb rump I had ordered as it it was tough and full of gristle and although they replaced it quickly it should never have left the kitchen in the first place. With most of the main courses you need to order side dishes at a an extra cost which makes it quite pricey. We chose a moderately priced white wine at £25 from their extensive list but when the bill arrived they had charged £26.50. I queried this not because £1.50 matters that much but because I always check restaurant bills carefully. It would seem that the wine prices had increased that day and although the prices had been updated on their till the winelists hadn't been. Unable to correct the wine price on our bill they then removed the service charge (automatically added) so we left a cash tip. In terms of ambiance the lighting is very poor in some areas making it difficult to read the menu or see what you're eating and some of the tables are very close together so one's conversation is not at all private! I don't think we'll rush back as there are so many alternatives in the area. ne from their very extensive windsor

Wonderful staff, atmosphere, amazing and fantastic menu. I always enjoy the surprise canapé provided too - absolutely delicious. The friendly staff makes the evening as they make you feel at ease, some small chats, gives you space as needed and always smile. The chef is amazing. All the dish has its unique flavours and melts in your mouth. Best oysters and escargots too for those that enjoy those delicacy! I also especially enjoy the specials - You get treated with lobster or truffles.... A must place to go for a lovely evening with your partner or friends. They even have a function room at the top floor. Emma &Peter

Having had great experiences at the restaurant, I took 3 friends - one of them a food blogger, so I hesitate before I recommend a place - to the Tuesday steak night. As always, great food, great atmosphere, good house wine and the manager and maitre'd were as friendly as usual. Why it fails on 5 stars is they don't seem to be able to get the junior waiting staff training right (or do they do the training on Tuesday nights?) as this is the second time I have experienced this. The unforuntate soul was shy, couldn't answer our question about what the house wine was and then topped it all by nervously knocking my food blogger friend's glass of wine to the floor, as she served the food - and all over her brand new handbag. I know it's a stressful job waiting, but........

The food is absolutely stunning, on a par with Michelin 3-stars in the UK and Italy (and yes, we've eaten in many of those!). The chef trained with Pierre Koffman (for those of you old enough to have heard of him -- La Tante Claire, Koffman's at the Berkeley), and it shows. Some very original dishes with ingredients that you might not think go together but magically they do, and that's the sign of a great chef to us. The service is attentive, very warm and friendly, particularly thanks to the Maitre D'.

I love the starched tablecloths/napkins and the servers' aprons. I love the decor and ambiance and feel these aspects give it a very adult sophisticated dining experience now often quite difficult to find elsewhere at reasonable prices. This unique atmosphere would be lost if it became a ' famiiy friendly' restaurant esp in the evenings. We enjoyed our food and felt the portions were generous and well presented and the menu was varied and interesting. Definitely my favourite restaurant at present

We were regulars at the excellent Brula and this was our first visit to its successor. Food here is good, although perhaps not up to Brula's level of consistency and more ostentatiously presented. My barley risotto with an aubergine timbale was an odd combination but was full of flavour, whereas my wife's starter - prawn and avocado salad was fresh but decidedly underseasoned. Bread was up to Brula's standards though and the decor and atmosphere - always a bit severe before - are a noticeable improvement. Weill definitely go again.

Le Salon Prive has a very warm atmosphere and the ambience was perfect to celebrate a special birthday with friends. Our table was reserved for us prior to arrival and we were greeted by the most courteous staff, who were extremely attentive throughout the evening. The food was very rich, but of excellent quality. Although this was my first visit, I will definitely return, particularly if it is a special occasion.

excellent service and excellent food; I was suffering from a very bad cold and had taken medication before arriving at the restaurant so think my behaviour must of seemed rather odd (we left in rather a hurry) I hope the restaurant did not think it a reflection on them, I was feeling pretty dreadful during the meal (alcohol and medication do not mix!) We will definitely go back....when feeling better.