CORE by Clare Smyth

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   Neil

   London

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Very good food, but service was far too rushed and passionless; it felt as though there was a conveyor belt at the heart of the operation. It was all over in 2 hours, without time to catch a breath between courses. Severs were well drilled, but there was no passion in their descriptions of the food or wines. On the food side, there was an over-reliance on that twee cliche of waiters pouring the sauce on the various dishes. Unfortunately, while very good, none of the dishes on the Core Classics tasting menu were genuinely memorable; it is pretty telling that my partner and I remember items from the amuse bouche more than the main dishes. Again, there was nothing wrong with the food and the skill and artistry that went into them are commendable but the experience was just a bit lacking in magic.
   

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   Lynn

   London

   30 reviews

   5.0

   30 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   What a wonderful experience. From start to finish an absolute joy. What a way to celebrate my 60th. Definitely coming back x
   

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   Caroline

   London

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Wat een fantastische ervaring! Het eten was geweldig en zag er ook prachtig uit. De bediening was enorm vriendelijk en maakten de avond extra bijzonder Een minpunt is het feit dat ze 2 shifts draaien op een avond. De snelheid waarmee het eten wordt opgediend is niet goed. Enkele keren hebben we gevraagd om dit aan te passen maar uiteindelijk bleek dat onze tafel voor een volgende gast weer nodig was. Dat is een 3 sterren restaurant onwaardig.
   

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   Derek

   London

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was superb the staff were all very friendly the service exceptional Was one of the best meals we as a family have had Everything was clean and tidy
   

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   Andy

   London

   35 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   35 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Exceptional. The best restaurant in London. Wildly expensive but worth every penny.
   

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   David

   New York City

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dinner was perfect. From amuse bouche to the final chocolates with coffee, the food, presentation and service was impeccable. An experience rarely achieved by most top restaurants. 3 Michelin stars greatly deserved.
   

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   Steve

   London

   102 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   102 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A truly wonderful all round experience. The food, service and ambience were all first class. The staff were incredibly helpful and welcoming. A special experience for a special occasion
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Edinburgh

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food. Wonderful ambience. Professional staff. Definitely worth a visit.
   

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   Emma

   London

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on 7 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We ate lunch at Core for my husbands birthday. Everything about the experience was perfect. We had pre lunch drinks in the bar, really nice atmosphere. We were given the chefs table for our party, which was really interesting as we could watch the food being prepped. The tasting menu was fabulous. Every course was a work of art and was absolutely delicious. The wine recommendations were spot on for us and the sommelier listened to what we wanted and liked. All of the staff were friendly and welcoming. This is a fantastic restaurant!
   

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    george

    London

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Welcoming from the moment we walked in. This was our seventh visit over the years and each one has been a highly enjoyable food.drink and service experience. Knowledgeable and friendly staff who continually made you feel at ease during the highest level of food experiences. Has three stars, worth every one of them! Highly recommended.
    

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