Le Gavroche
13 expert reviews
“Roux's mastery of technically-precise and classical French cuisine hypnotizes all-comers.”
– Fodor's
BlackBook
"Known as much for its illustrious history – Ava Gardner and Charlie Chaplin were regulars – as its delectable, classic French cuisine."
Gayot
17.0
"Since it opened on a previous site in the '60s, Le Gavroche has been an established part of London's culinary history, serving haute cuisine to a discerning, well-heeled clientele ever since."
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DK Eyewitness
"Brothers Michel and Albert Roux have been synonymous with fine dining in Britain for decades, and the Gavroche is their flagship London restaurant."
Time Out
"This restaurant colossus offers unapologetically old-school fine dining."
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The Guardian
"This kitchen has always enjoyed a fondness for savoury mousselines, and rarely will you find a more practised hand than here."
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Zagat
4.8
""Gifted" chef Michel Roux Jr. presents a "culinary extravaganza" of "beautifully presented" French "classics" at this "sophisticated", "expensive" Mayfair dining room."
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Travel + Leisure
"A new kitchen and the introduction of a private dinning room, the “Chef’s Library,” move this restaurant, founded in 1967, firmly into the modern era."
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Departures
"Try the cheese soufflé; Scotch beef and foie gras; and something from the dessert menu. Lunch here is also a fantastic (less gouging) option. "
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The Nudge
4.5
"The well-rounded meat and fish menu ranges from sautéed lobster with a lemongrass and coconut infused lobster jus, to a roast saddle of rabbit with crispy potatoes and parmesan."
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Frommer's
"The famous cheese soufflé is still there after all these years...the cheese board is exemplary. It's all beautifully presented and served with style. The wine list is a masterclass in top French wines"
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