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Garnier

314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ

Tel: 020 3641 8323

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Square Meal Review of Garnier

Eric Garnier was co-founder of Knightsbridge veteran Racine, and his brother Didier runs Le Colombier in SW3, so it's no surprise that their first joint venture dishes up liberal helpings of entente cordiale in brasserie surroundings that would not be amiss in Paris. Earls Court locals and visitors tired of trekking round the nearby exhibition centre can now look forward to some no-nonsense bourgeois flavours in the shape of soupe de poissons, man-sized côte de boeuf and crêpes Suzette, bolstered by the likes of salmon tartare, tuna carpaccio and veal chops coated in parsley. Two-course set menus are very fair value at lunch and dinner, and the all-French wine list includes a decent selection of classic Bordeaux and Burgundies.

Overall Diner Rating

Food & Drink: 8.6
Service: 9.0
Atmosphere: 7.4
Value: 8.8

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Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
Dependable
by Continental Diner Gold Reviewer (101) 30 April 2013
Garnier is set near the junction of Earl's Court and West Brompton, but has more of a Chelsea vibe which is explained by the genealogy of the restaurant explained ably in SM's description… However it delivers solid good food and is a valuable addition for anyone who seeks a good place for a business lunch in these parts. The food is dependable, with a few dishes bordering on the excellent. However, more than anything, it is dependable and that is good news.
Continental Diner's rating
- Food & Drink: 9
- Service: 10
- Atmosphere: 6
- Value: 7
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Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
Good food,well priced
by Pascale L. (1) 23 February 2013
Grainier accommodated our friendly group of 14 women just before Christmas. The service was very cordial,the decor simple and uncluttered chic. What was especially great was the food. It is authentic , good quality (on the small size portions ) and artfully presented. If you want a taste of the real thing, this small restaurant is it. And , do not skip the desserts , as they also are fresh and delicious.
Pascale L.'s rating
- Food & Drink: 8
- Service: 9
- Atmosphere: 7
- Value: 10
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Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
by Mark C A. (1) 10 September 2012
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Having enjoyed an early dinner on two occasions at this establishment. I can only say that on both visits, the restaurant has exceeded my expectations in regard to the quality of the food, the wine and of course the splendid and unobtrusive service.
The menu has a balance that would be the envy of your average yogi, while the wine list has a depth and quality that is superb and compliments the menu. On our first visit the Olympics was in full swing and a number of couples popped in on chance off the street, this was taken in everyone’s stride, the service was not dropped one jot, no matter what was requested or how they were dressed. This I found refreshing. Though I have to admit there was a moment of tension and a very noticeable intake of breath when a bottle of ketchup was requested by one diner. My hand reached for my mobile, finger hovering over the emergency number just in case.
Would I go again? yes of course. Would I recommend it? No of course not, as if it gets to popular it will become more difficult to get a table. However honesty being the best policy, yes I would recommend it to any lover of food and wine in a none stuffy or overly fussy atmosphere.
Mark C A.'s rating
- Food & Drink: 10
- Service: 10
- Atmosphere: 10
- Value: 10
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Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
by Marwan K. (1) 13 August 2012
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Spot on! impecable simple French cuisine at the right price, fills a gap in that part of town and beats hands down all the other Frenchies around.
Marwan K.'s rating
- Food & Drink: 9
- Service: 9
- Atmosphere: 7
- Value: 10
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Published : Tuesday, 14th May 2013
londonfoodaholic :: REVIEW: Garnier, Earls Court Road, Earl
Garnier restaurant is run by Didier and Eric Garner. Didier is still the proud owner of Le Colombier in Chelsea Square and Eric owned Racine in Knightsbridge. The food has a touch of classic bistro style but with more of a modern approach. The décor inside exudes class and sophistication - it's all very grown up...
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Published : Saturday, 29th September 2012
The Hedonist :: Review-Garnier
For those of us who have been knocking around the London restaurant scene for the last few decades, seeing Eric Garnier controlling the front of house has always been a reassuring sign. Whether expertly directing platoons of staff at mega-brasseries Quaglinos and Bank in the 90′s, or working on a more human scale at Koffman’s and Racine more recently, you always felt that you were watching a master of his art. Racine was all about returning to the roots of French bourgeois cooking (racine means root) and it is this style, which is now almost an endangered species rather than the mainstream, that Garnier offers in his eponymous Earl’s Court restaurant. Heading up the kitchen is Andreas Engberg who ran the kitchen at Racine for many years and fans of the Knightsbridge stalwart, where some critics have noted a decline in standards since Engberg’s and Garnier’s departure, will love Garnier...
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Restaurant Menus

A La Carte Menu (48 kB)

Blancs et Rouges (27 kB)

Bordeaux (36 kB)

Bordeaux Blanc (24 kB)

Bourgogne Rouge (24 kB)

Bourgogne Rouge 2 (23 kB)

Champagne List (21 kB)

Magnum List (26 kB)

Vins Blancs (27 kB)

Essential Details for Garnier

Address: 314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Telephone: 020 3641 8323
Website: Visit Garnier
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 12N-3pm 6-10.30pm Sun 12-3.30pm 6-10pm

Cuisine: French
Area: Earls Court
Price: £45.00
Wine: £28.00
Champagne: £44.00
Lunch: £18.00 for 2 courses (Mon-Sat)

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Diner reviews for Garnier

Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
Dependable
by Continental Diner Gold Reviewer (101) 30 April 2013
Garnier is set near the junction of Earl's Court and West Brompton, but has more of a Chelsea vibe which is explained by the genealogy of the restaurant explained ably in SM's description… However it delivers solid good food and is a valuable addition for anyone who seeks a good place for a business lunch in these parts. The food is dependable, with a few dishes bordering on the excellent. However, more than anything, it is dependable and that is good news.
Continental Diner's rating
- Food & Drink: 9
- Service: 10
- Atmosphere: 6
- Value: 7
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Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
Good food,well priced
by Pascale L. (1) 23 February 2013
Grainier accommodated our friendly group of 14 women just before Christmas. The service was very cordial,the decor simple and uncluttered chic. What was especially great was the food. It is authentic , good quality (on the small size portions ) and artfully presented. If you want a taste of the real thing, this small restaurant is it. And , do not skip the desserts , as they also are fresh and delicious.
Pascale L.'s rating
- Food & Drink: 8
- Service: 9
- Atmosphere: 7
- Value: 10
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Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
by Mark C A. (1) 10 September 2012
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Having enjoyed an early dinner on two occasions at this establishment. I can only say that on both visits, the restaurant has exceeded my expectations in regard to the quality of the food, the wine and of course the splendid and unobtrusive service.
The menu has a balance that would be the envy of your average yogi, while the wine list has a depth and quality that is superb and compliments the menu. On our first visit the Olympics was in full swing and a number of couples popped in on chance off the street, this was taken in everyone’s stride, the service was not dropped one jot, no matter what was requested or how they were dressed. This I found refreshing. Though I have to admit there was a moment of tension and a very noticeable intake of breath when a bottle of ketchup was requested by one diner. My hand reached for my mobile, finger hovering over the emergency number just in case.
Would I go again? yes of course. Would I recommend it? No of course not, as if it gets to popular it will become more difficult to get a table. However honesty being the best policy, yes I would recommend it to any lover of food and wine in a none stuffy or overly fussy atmosphere.
Mark C A.'s rating
- Food & Drink: 10
- Service: 10
- Atmosphere: 10
- Value: 10
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Garnier
314 Earl's Court Road, London SW5 9BQ
Overall rating:
by Marwan K. (1) 13 August 2012
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Spot on! impecable simple French cuisine at the right price, fills a gap in that part of town and beats hands down all the other Frenchies around.
Marwan K.'s rating
- Food & Drink: 9
- Service: 9
- Atmosphere: 7
- Value: 10
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