St. John Bread And Wine

The St John brand doesn’t really need any new endorsements. It’s one of the most iconic restaurant groups in London. This was my first visit to any of their establishments, and I had high expectations . I started with the smoked eel with pickled cucumber. Probably my favourite dish of the evening. The mutton with chard and anchovy was a bit of a mixed bag- the mutton was delicious but IMO the accompaniments didn’t go very well with the meat. Dessert was bread and butter pudding, oldie but goldie.They have an interesting selection of cocktails and wines too. I tried the Fergroni, but tbh it wasn’t anything special. I did like the other wines by the glass. Servers were all lovely and helpful. Overall verdict: good but I wasn’t blown away.

I remember hearing of this restaurant back when we had cable and Anthony Bourdain was alive and well. So glad that I finally made it to LDN and had a chance to venture and try this, even if it wasn’t the original restaurant. It was just as good, though! Interesting menu - if I had to do it over again I wouldn’t be so adventurous. With this menu it was easy. We had fried pig’s tail - def what it is - a decadent fried pig tail. And some standard English fare like this lamb roast that was excellent. I would come here just for their excellent wine selection and bar service. I had the best martini I had during my entire stay in London and another great cocktail - the owner’s version of an Negroni. Can’t remember the name but it was clever and cute. Ended with gooseberry fool - I feel like you only hear of it in books. 🤓

Visiting from the U.S., 4th time visiting St. John's. A great farm to table restaurant featuring British food of the highest quality, and a great wine list (emphasizing small vineyard French Rhones). Emphasis here is all on the food, not fancy decor. Knowledgeable, friendly wait staff, and a remarkable menu that changes daily. July 19 update: Too many good dishes to detail, but the lamb heart, Bread and green sauce was a standout. Same for the Beet root, cabbage and creme fraiche, and the buttermilk custard and fresh cherry desert. All stunning. We eat at St. John multiple times every time we visit London, and it never disappoints -- it always surprises. In good ways.

Came here by myself as I had quite a few hours to myself during a visit to London for the weeks . Always wanted to visit one of the locations and I can safely said I am so glad I made the decision. I ate the sweetbreads which were perfection, actually the best sweetbread dish I’ve ever eaten in my life. Anchovy toast and greens were on the side which were also both excellent. Would come back here again in a heartbeat. Thanks!