Readers reviews for Arbutus

As part of our birthday treat my friend booked a pre-theatre set menu meal at Arbutus. When we arrived the staff were friendly and welcoming, they offered to talk our coats to the cloakroom, which we declined but hindsight we may have used this service as we had very little room at our table.

The table we were… More

I invited a friend along to join me for lunch at Arbutus this afternoon in celebration of the commencement of 9 week's off work. And it did not disappoint. I dined on the lunch set menu (most of the 9 weeks is unpaid!), which is very good value at around £17 for three courses. Choices are, of course limited, but… More

I have been a fan of Arbutus for years and eat there regularly. The food and service is always good, especially the service – which is personable yet professional.
My visit there yesterday totally destroyed everything I've admired about their staff and ethos. It was a busy evening at about 7pm and we were seated… More

Close your eyes for just a second, and Arbutus felt as if it could be some hidden trattoria in some tiny mountain village you’d searched for hours for, not the gel-slick Soho operation you might expect.

That’s because good, honest food and genuinely warm service felt paramount on our visit – not the names on the… More

I went there alone last night and it was an amazing dinner. (I didn't know at first that it is rated 1 star in the Michelin guide.) At the entrance they all look very friendly. The place looked clean, appropriate and quite modern. The menu didn't have a big choice but all the dishes looked worthy of tasting.
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