The Marquis Cornwallis — Restaurant in London

APATHY 5/5 DECOR 4/5 FOOD 1/5 SERVICE 1/5

Terribly poor especially since it should have been an easy visit.

We booked as a group for New year's Eve lunch a number of weeks in advance, choosing from a preset (and given that they are a chain - many times replicated) menu.

our group of 11 adults was squashed onto a high bar style table with a sloping surface which made eating an elbowy and precarious situation. the infant of our party was offered a high chair that left them 2 feet lower than the table, despite being aware they were attending in advance the meal took 4 hours in total to be served

(See attached image of menu for reference) NOT AS DESCRIBED - repeatedly reminded the staff of the raspberry and prosecco fizz we should have been served at the beginning to be told it would be given after the main. When it finally arrived it was a glass of cheap prosecco with a sad raspberry in it rather than the cocktail suggested on the menu. MISSING - the scallops starters arrived with no pea purees RAW - one plate was practically raw and had to be recooked. The second plate was far better. MISSING - the mushroom and stilton starters had no puff pastry top NOT AS DESCRIBED - the mimosa sorbet was decidedly pink and sweet AND MELTING! for an orange flavoured palate cleanser, served in a champagne flute with a much too large dessert spoon MISSING - no lamb shoulder pie, garlic or leeks on the lamb main, though the lamb rump was cooked well and served pink. MISSING - one lamb main was served with no veg at all. Rather than bringing the missing accompaniments the waitress (grumpily) removed the plate of food and returned 15 minutes later with a new one. MISSING - there was certainly nothing "heritage" about the potatoes served with the sea trout NOT AS DESCRIBED - the venison was overcooked and dry and was a rump cut into pieces rather than medallions. There were no roasted baby potatoes, just regular, pretty hard normal roast potatoes. The gravy had no hint of whisky, orange or cranberry. NOT AS DESCRIBED - the cranachan resembled more closely a treacle tart. Clearly the chef had never googled "cranachan". No raspberries were available, despite being present on other dishes. NOT AS DESCRIBED - the strawberry and prosecco sorbet was an encore of the earlier sorbet and presented with a tiny flat meringue with no hint of white chocolate, and redefined the grape as a berry NOT AS DESCRIBED - the cheese board was served with ice cream wafers instead of Fudge's biscuits. The waitress seemed almost annoyed at being asked to provide actual cheese crackers, and after discovering there were none available (n.b. there is a Waitrose opposite the pub!) eventually three pieces of toast were provided. The cheese board was also missing celery, although by that point we were laughing so hard at the ice cream wafers I'm not sure anyone noticed til much later. MISSING - no stollen was provided

Our server was also seemingly irritated having brought us two black coffees from the fancy looking coffee machine only for us to ask for tea. She seemed still further exasperated in the exchange that followed... "Well how many teas did you order?" "None, no one actually asked us for our order!" After that we were offered bog standard tea or black coffee as we were too tired to begin to ask for earl grey or espresso!

The bill had to be returned to take off our deposit and correct for mistakes.

This is a beautiful looking pub, with a tempting menu, but the delivery is just so terribly terribly awful and the only thing it has going for it in...

Steeped in the annals of history, The Marquis Cornwallis Pub & Restaurant in Bloomsbury stands as a cherished relic dating back to the 1800s, beckoning both the diligent workforce, locals, and curious visitors with a magnetic charm that transcends time. This venerable establishment masterfully weaves together the threads of antiquity and modernity, creating an inviting sanctuary to unwind after a demanding day's labor and a delightful rendezvous point, conveniently connected to nearby transport links.

While the sun graces us with milder days, the enchanting on-street area invites you to bask in its charm, offering a front-row vista to the bustling world as you sip on glasses of something truly exceptional, complementing the delectable fare within.

A mere stone's throw away from Russell Square tube station, The Marquis Cornwallis occupies an esteemed corner in Bloomsbury, surrounded by tranquil squares and some of London's most revered bastions of knowledge, including the hallowed British Museum and the venerable British Library. It is in this convivial establishment that Bloomsbury's distinctive ambiance, a fusion of "relaxed with a touch of refined," is embodied, echoed by its diverse patrons.

The culinary and libation offerings at The Marquis Cornwallis further elevate its standing. A menu crafted with precision features an array of dishes that pay homage to British culinary heritage while embracing contemporary palates. Whether it's indulging in hearty pub classics or savoring a carefully selected glass of craft beer, every aspect of the dining experience here is designed to delight.

In this realm where history and modernity intertwine, The Marquis Cornwallis beckons all who seek a culinary journey within the embrace of Bloomsbury's rich heritage, offering a warm welcome to both familiar faces and curious newcomers in search of good meal...

I was really looking forward to coming here with friends for a Sunday Roast seeing as it had some great reviews. Ultimately though, overall it was fairly disappointing. Whilst my friends all enjoyed their roast dinners (they all had either the beef sirloin roast or chicken roast), I was left hugely unimpressed by the sharing roast. Considering the price, the beef on our plate was inedible as it was the end cut of the joint, we were only given a quarter of a chicken and it was a tiny thigh and leg, and the pork belly was dry. There was only one pig in blanket and one sad piece of stuffing to share between two people, the vegetables were lukewarm and we didn’t get any Yorkshire puddings. To top it off, it looked as though it had all been dumped on a plate and gravy poured over it. The presentation of this dish needs some serious reworking. It could be great, but it just looked as though the kitchen staff just really didn’t care. I will say the front of house staff were all pleasant and were working hard, however it was extremely difficult to get hold of anyone as they were clearly understaffed for a busy Sunday. I would have said something about the roast had there been a check back on the food, or had been able to get someone’s attention, however the only time someone came back over was to bring a roast dinner for a friend who had waited 20 minutes as his dish was forgotten. I wouldn’t come back here nor recommend to friends or family. If you do go, don’t bother with the...