Bob Bob Ricard City — Restaurant in London

If you like going somewhere to take a couple of Instagram photos or pushing a button so that you can be brought champagne, you will probably like this place. Much of the high ratings you see can be attributed to these factors.

On our trip to London, where my wife and I went to 10+ carefully selected and pre-booked restaurants (mostly on the fancy side), we had the poorest experience at Bob Bob Ricard City.

Food and drinks: it was good but not anything special for a fine restaurant. We had much better food at cheaper restaurants.

Price: very overpriced. We had two starters, a beef wellington (for two) and two drinks. And the bill was almost £200. They even charged us both for the small bread-and-butter basket we were served when we arrived (to be fair, they asked if we wanted it). The next day, we had bigger portions at another restaurant for free.

Atmosphere: the decorations were eye-pleasing but did not appeal much to us. It was just a shiny area you walked through and could not see anymore while seated. More importantly, we did not feel comfortable. The staff were nice and efficient but we both felt a vibe of slight pretentiousness that we did not like. I certainly did not appreciate the use of pretty ladies in tight outfits at the entrance. To me, that is a cheap move. I don't know, maybe some folks like that.

Occasion: we were there for our anniversary (noted in my reservation). They did absolutely nothing in that regard. We did not expect anything, but other restaurants of this price range, always do a little something for people who are visiting for a special occasion: a small cake, congratulations by the staff, etc.

If this restaurant was not so expensive, I could have given it four stars. We are prepared to pay extra for extra-fine food or quality food at a table with a good view (not pushing a button or some decorations, though). Overall, to us, Bob Bob Ricard City just did not offer value and the food was...

This is one of the rare restaurants that when you go there it defines what a culinary experience should look like, in short, I can say that it was a wowwww experience all around but you’ll need more details, so here they are;

Finding the dedicated lift was a bit confusing maybe because I didn’t expect a dedicated lift but there were plenty of guards pointing me to the right direction.

The ambience of the restaurant, even as you just step in, radiates quality and great taste in design.

From the receptionist to the waiters the service was professional, attentive and well placed.

When it comes to the food, every portion and every bite was a culinary delight,

We started with the Vareniki which were as wonderful as the mushroom source they were served in, it was so good that we didn’t want to leave a single bit of source on the plate and we used the wonderful baguette to wipe the plate clean.

We then continued to share a beef Wellington, you have to look at the picture I’m going to attach, how they have cooked the meat to perfection is nothing short of a work of art.

As a side I took the Truffled Mashed Potatoes, it was by far, miles away from any other side I’ve ever eaten.

Usually, I would skip a pudding but given the quality of the first two portions I decided to go with a Tarte Tatin and I wasn’t disappointed (personally I didn’t like the ice cream so I just ignore it)

As expected it was expensive, with three portions and drinks we paid around £150 per head but with a very worthwhile experience we were both very happy with.

It’s been a while since I left such a glowing review, i will certainly be back, I have to check what else is on the menu (assuming I can resist the temptation of repeating this exact...

Bob Bob Ricard, oh what a name! It's like someone threw Scrabble tiles at a wall and decided to roll with it. But don't let the name fool you; this place is dripping with poshness, like a member of the royal family after a dip in a vat of caviar.

Walking into Bob Bob Ricard is like stepping into a time machine set for the roaring twenties. Art Deco decor? Check. Glitzy brass and polished wood? Double check. It's like they raided the set of The Great Gatsby and decided to make it into a restaurant.

Now, onto the food. They've got the classics down pat, like meats and fishes wrapped up in pastry so flaky it'll make you question your commitment to your low-carb diet. And let's not forget those truffled mashed potatoes. Creamy, buttery, and decadent enough to make you feel like you're eating like a Russian oligarch.

But the real pièce de résistance? The infamous champagne button. Yes, you heard that right. You press a button, and presto, champagne appears like magic. It's the kind of gimmick that's so ridiculous, it's almost brilliant.

And let's not forget about the service. Friendly, attentive, and just the right amount of snooty to make you feel like you're dining with the upper crust. They even managed to turn a skeptic into an escargot enthusiast. Now that's saying something.

So, would I go back to Bob Bob Ricard? In a heartbeat. It's like stepping into a bygone era of glamour and excess, where the champagne flows like water and the escargot melts in your mouth. Just make sure to bring your wallet; this kind of opulence...