Restaurant Find: Bob Bob Ricard London
Likened by one food critic to “dining inside a Fabergé egg”, Russian-owned Bob Bob Ricard is a Soho restaurant choice for when you want to make a statement.
The interior (designed by the late and great David Collins, of The Ivy and The Wolseley fame) is gilded and brightly-hued but is subtly lit so as not to go OTT on the glitz, as you cozy up with your companion in one of the dining booths.
Pink waistcoat-clad staff have a knack of appearing just before you realise you need them – though there’s always the PRESS FOR CHAMPAGNE button if you need anything extra.
At first glance, the menu could come across as pretentious, with frozen vodka and caviar on page one. But a continued perusal reveals traditional Russian fare (my starter of Truffled Potato & Mushroom Vareniki dumplings were fantastic) peppered amongst top notch versions of old favourites: Macaroni cheese generously studded with chunks of lobster; a beautiful Mariner’s Fish Pie, the pastry top sculpted like fish scales; and the house dish of Beef Wellington, for two to share.
Dessert comes last but certainly not least. Chocoholics simply must order the Signature Chocolate Glory – an indulgent show-stealer served with theatrical flair; the pink orb of Eton Mess comes in a close second.
Bob Bob Ricard’s luxe service, decadent décor, eccentric personality and impressive food make it a seriously memorable choice, though one best saved for special occasions (a three-course meal for two, with wine and service, costs upwards of £150).
Bob Bob Ricard London
1 Upper James Street, London W1F 9DF, United Kingdom
+44 20 3145 1000
The Bar at Bob Bob Ricard ”“ Photo: By Laura Kiora
The signature chocolate glory at Bob Bob Ricard ”“ Photo: Ernest Opoku
 Nina is Melting Butter’s vivacious London correspondent who has been tasked with curating the best hotspots London has to offer. Being based in Brixton, South London’s notoriously vibrant cultural mecca, makes Nina’s quest for the newest, most fashionable, design-centric hotspots a total breeze. Head to her blog Have You Heard Of It?, a jackpot for fellow neophiles looking for fresh reviews on London’s restaurants, bars, things to do and see. Follow her on Twitter, Instagram & Pinterest too. |
(Feature image ”“ Press For Champagne Button, by Paul Winch-Furness, courtesy of Bob Bob Ricard London)
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