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Core by Clare Smyth London Reviews
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I can’t really expand much on the reviews that have already been posted and are testament to the artistry and excellence of the whole Core team. One area of criticism that is sometimes leveled at Michelin starred establishments is one of how well
A wonderful experience
Tip : Make sure you have bread for all the savoury courses so you can mop up all of the sauces ! Dining at Core was wonderful experience and has to be the best overall dining experience we have ever had. As you would expect , the food here is simply
Fabulous experience
Fabulous meal, ambience and service. Everything was perfect. The ambience and decor surpassed other similar restaurants. Very highly recommended although not cheap. However quality does not come cheap in London. So not a complaint, just it restricts
Outstanding meal.
World class tasting menu. The price is definitely for a VERY special occasion. We have recommended this place to many people. The experience was amazing and they helped my husband celebrate his birthday. If you want one of a kind world experienc
Finally visited Core and my experience was mixed.
It may be that fine dining communities have hyped it up too much so my expectations were quite high and while the meal was quite good I would say nearly every three star restaurant I've been to (and several 1 and 2s!) were better overall. Now,
Absolutely no chance of getting a table….
Impossible to get a reservation. I’ve been trying to get a reservation at this restaurant for probably 18 months now. I’ve tried everything from waiting up past midnight to book a slot over months to being on the wait list. No joy. Who wants to e
Worth all the hype and in my top three meals of all time.
And that's saying a lot. It was more than just the food. It was the combination of approachable hospitality, location, and absolutely amazing and evocative food. If you can get in, go. You won't regret it.
Extraordinary!
This was a special evening to celebrate my husband's 60th birthday, and Core delivered on every level. The warmth of being greeted by the kitchen team as we arrived; the carefully informal formality; the energy (and knowledge) that everyone brou
Incredible food, an immersive gluten free michelin star dining at Core
3 michelin star dining experience with a 6 course Classic menu (customised for my allergies) especially prepare all gluten-free and dairy-free that I will always remember! From the moment we arrived at Core by Clare Smyth, the experience felt super
Fabulous!
Our third visit in 8 years and every one has been memorable. The food and service are as good as it gets - the 3 stars are entirely deserved. Our experience today was very different to the negative reviews - never hurried at all. We had a 1.15pm book
Utterly loved it.
Goodness, what an experience! Smiles at the front door. Smiles and waves from the team in the glass-front kitchen as we walked by (it was the very start of service, not busy yet). Smiles from the servers. Grins from all the diners. I don't think
Save your pennies and GO!
Had the pleasure of dining at this fantastic restaurant for a second time and was thinking, was my last visit viewed through rose tinted specs and was it really that good?, well I can now confirm it was that good! We chose the classics menu again as
Simply Exceptional!!
My wife and I celebrated a special evening at Core by Clare Smyth. Among the excellent dishes, the Roasted Cod and the Core-tese dessert truly stood out. The atmosphere was elegant yet relaxed, making it perfect for a special evening. Attentive servi
Wow, just Wow
From the moment you enter the building, you are welcomed into a warm and friendly atmosphere. My wife and I visited for our 20th anniversary and we couldn't have chosen a better restaurant. The staff are super attentive and made us feel comforta
Best restaurant ever!!!
Andrea and I had the absolute best lunch of our lives here. We waited many years to be able to secure a reservation and it was well worth the wait! The food is beyond compare. I’ve never had a better meal anywhere in the world. The best part of the
Not quite perfect
I’d give Core 4.5/5 with the half a point deducted for the food quality. Our last Michelin dining experience was at a 2 star and on balance I’d say the food then was better. Don’t get me wrong, Core is fabulous in its own right, a perfect dinin
Best Meal of my life
Core by Clare Smyth is, without question, the best restaurant I’ve ever had the pleasure of dining at. Every dish was perfectly balanced with incredible depth of flavor. There wasn’t a single weak note throughout the meal. The scallop tartare was
Dining at Core by Clare Smyth is everything you would
Dining at Core by Clare Smyth is everything you would expect from a three Michelin star restaurant featuring a diverse, creative, and flavorful tasting menu. There are two options for the tasting menu: the Core Classics and the Core Seasons. I ordere
Overall, I enjoyed my experience here, but I felt like it
Overall, I enjoyed my experience here, but I felt like it was more of a one time thing. There were some dishes that I really enjoyed, but some that were just OK. I really liked the crab dish that was presented in 3 ways and also highly enjoyed the du
My wife and I chase celebrity chefs like other folks chase
My wife and I chase celebrity chefs like other folks chase rock stars. So when we finally had the chance to hop across the pond for a visit to London, a collection of Michelin Star Chefs were on the shopping list. Clare Smyth was on the top of our
Wow this restaurant is beautiful & the food is phenomenal!
Wow this restaurant is beautiful & the food is phenomenal! I came with my family and it is easy to see why they have 3 Michelin stars. The staff is so attentive/aware, constantly moving, and they don't miss a thing. They are a smooth running
I feel compelled to write an updated review for Core by
I feel compelled to write an updated review for Core by Clare Smyth since when I first visited in February 2020 it only had two Michelin stars. Well, it has three Michelin stars now! I had to come back to see what the difference was. Ironically, I d
I'm a little tardy in writing this review since we were in
I'm a little tardy in writing this review since we were in London late March to celebrate my wife's birthday. We had the pleasure of dining at Core on her birthday thanks to AMEX Concierge securing a reservation for us. We received a warm welcome
Core is pricey but brilliant
This was the third visit to Core for my wife and I. As usual it was perfect. Pricey, yes. But with everyone operating at the top of their game it was money well spent. A wonderful experience from start to finish.
I am afraid to say - Disappointing!
I would start by saying that I write this review objectively and based on my experience of many Michelin Star restaurants around the world (this is my 7th 3* restaurant and I have dined at many 1* and 2* restaurants too). The restaurant is a short wa
Perfection
Hard to ever say a meal or restaurant is the best I have ever experienced but I can say I have never had better. Not a thing I could suggest to improve. Bravo!
Wow! Food incredible…Clare adorable…staff attentive…place amazing. Non arrogant and warming.
Wow ! We had a picture with Clare………wow wow wow ! She signed a menu… This was my wife’s 50th Birthday present. She has always loves Clare Smyth since seeing her on TV and following her. Myself wife and son had the original tasting men
1st Anniversary done in style!
Early evening Saturday visit, very welcoming staff, super chatty & friendly! Across from the main dining space is a big glass screen separating the kitchen from the restaurant, so you can admire the chefs attention to detail! Food was sublime, m
Another fabulous visit
Core by Clare Smyth On Saturday we enjoyed another delightful visit to Core where we would once again experience food and service of the highest level. This was however the first time we’d been since they underwent a major refurbishment so we were
Latest Favorite Meal of a Lifetime
Everything about our dinner experience at Core was first class. From the courteous and friendly staff to the beautiful and delicious food, we had an evening and meal we will never forget.
Perfect
This was simply perfect. The food and service were faultless. The room is elegant and beautifully done. From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave you are spoilt. It is done with almost a relaxed but professional elegance. Food descriptions a
Honestly, this is one of my most memorable and amazing
Honestly, this is one of my most memorable and amazing meals that I've had. A 3 star Michelin restaurant with a chef whom is consistently present with her staff and has the passion and empathy to say hi to her guests while making her menu financially
Spent over £1000 and was asked to move after 2.5 hours.
Excellent service and food ruined by being asked to move We were very much looking forward to our lunch at Core having stayed up several nights to book a table due their difficult booking procedure. (They release tables around 6 weeks before bookin
Culinary masterpiece
Absolute cream of the Michelin crop! Beautiful experience, food looked stunning, full of texture and flavours. For special occassions!
Excellent evening
We have been trying to book this restaurant for ages and finally got lucky at short notice. The experience was excellent from the hearty welcome we received right through to the chefs waving us farewell. Every little detail was covered. We chose the
Five stars all round for this fantastic experience!
We finally managed to book dinner at Core by Clare Smyth for last night and it was well worth waiting for. The bar area was beautiful and so was the dining area. We were taken through by friendly staff and even got a wave from Johnny Bone, the Head
Overpriced for the experience
Located at short walk from Nottingham hill gate tube stop. Entrance rather confusing as one sort to apartment block and other to restaurant. Number of people have been standing trying the wrong door. Warm welcome with nice view of the kitchen as y
Mind blowing!
Overall, we had the most incredible experience at Core last night! Walking into the dining room where all the kitchen team, including Clare Smyth, greeted us warmly with a wave was a very special moment. The restaurant director Rob, head sommelier H
An amazing experience, truly memories making
An amazing experience. Excellent dishes, quite original flavours, presented at perfection with the perfect service. It feels cosy, home feel, the staff is so friendly. Absolutely love the turbo with kelp and oyster sauce, the jerusalem artichoke wit
Thank You
I’ve been to Core by Clare Smyth twice now, and on both occasions the experience has been sublime. The kitchen and floor staff go above and beyond. In regards to the ‘potato and roe’ dish, how they have managed to make the humble potato taste
Fabulous
One of the best experiences I have had in London in the recent years. The food is meticulously creative and tasty. Great selection, atmosphere and staff. Looking forward to visiting again
One of the best restaurants I've ever experienced
An absolute stunner! Wonderful neighbourhood, beautiful restaurant, excellent wines and some of the best dishes I've ever tried - the level of the food is absolutely outstanding, worldclass, phenomenal, especially the scallops, potato and roe, lamb c
Took my wife here to celebrate our first big trip since the
Took my wife here to celebrate our first big trip since the pandemic. From start to finish the experience was extraordinary. Clare Smyth's cuisine and service embody excellence across the board, and truly she is one of England's greatest chefs. Bo
If I could give this place 10 stars, I would.
My bf and I have a few shows we watch together, Top Chef being one of them. So when I saw a reservation for lunch open for this restaurant while we were on vacation, I knew I had to book it. We traveled by metro to the restaurant and got there a li
I booked for 2 people for Core Restaurant at 9.
45pm, my plane was delayed by over an hour to return to London, so I asked the restaurant and asked the attendant if I could change my booking or come half an hour late. She said she could change my booking but will charge me a cancellation fee or ke
What an amazing experience we had.
This review is a bit late as we were there in October 22'.. You walk in and immediately you are transported. We were lucky to snag an afternoon lunch resv. Which was absolutely perfect time. The sun coming through the restaurant.. the food was jus
Outstanding food and exceptional service
Outstanding food, impeccable staff. We had two of the core classics tasting menus and found everything to be sublime. It was a wonderful experience from start to finish - the food was served by friendly and knowledgable staff, and the sommelier was w
The pinnacle of fine dining
Exquisite food, beautifully presented in wonderful surroundings all come together perfectly to provide one of the best fine dining experiences you could possibly hope to enjoy. Absolutely stunning. Impeccable service from professional and knowledgeab
Total Indulgence
Ok, so when you eat at a 3 michelin star restaurant you know for sure that the food is going to taste good. It tastes better than good! It’s sublime! Great ambience! Great service! The taster menu was a tad one note and whilst I absolutely loved it
Absolutely phenomenal
I had been frantically and endlessly searching the reservation system for months to nab a spot here, having been told at other restaurants (SOLA, A Wong, Ynyshir) that it was possibly one of the UK's best, as well as having 3 Michelin stars and the b
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