Rhodes Twenty Four

Its taken me a while after dining to post this, but the overall experience is still fairly fresh in my mind and generally it was a positive one.

Food is very good, generally contemporary variations on English classics – the menus make it all sound rather less exciting than it is so worth a visit rather than simply relying on bland descriptions.

Views are spectacular, particularly if by the windows and whilst not in the league of 40|30 I far prefer it to Galvin's Windows; the skyline is dominated by the Gherkin which seems so close you could reach out and touch it – it feels like being in Blade Runner!

Prices are not cheap, but for this sort of experience neither are they wholly out of bounds, though you might struggle to find an affordable wine option as all the choices you want come with price tags you don't want.

The main quibble was around service – everyone is polite, charming and friendly but boy is it slow; eating 3 courses turned into a marathon in excess of 3 hours where nothing seemed to happen for extended parts of the evening as you sit and wait, and whilst the views and company were great by the stage it was time for dessert it was starting to become tedious knowing that it was going to be yet another 45 minutes before ordering, seeing food, paying and leaving. If they could just sort this out then I'd be far more comfortable with an unqualified recommendation.

Worth a visit, but make sure your not in a hurry.

I have eaten in some fine restaurants and the food at Twenty Four did not disappoint, it was one of the best meals I've had the pleasure to eat. A conical of delicious creamed potato complemented scallops cooked to perfection. The bread and butter pudding is to die for. It's an adventure just getting into the restaurant and the views are wonderful (even if you don't get a window seat). The staff were warm and friendly and the recommended wine was perfect. I have to admit I didn't see the bill but I'm sure it was worth every penny. There's also time for a kiss on the way down in the lift.

Maria

Went for our anniversary dinner. Strange decor. Lovely evening. Great views. Food beautifully presented – but miniscule portions especially considering price! Service courteous & attentive. Dessert sharing plate was delicious, 3 dishes of generous size compared to main course!

Amazing. Food was perfect – Foie Gras, followed by Skate Wings (OMG amazing!) and then the signature pudding selection. Would quite happily eat here everyday for the rest of my life. Service was so attentive but not annoyingly so. Views were fabulous. Atmosphere a little bit stuffy … but that was mainly because we were stuck next to a table of grump Americans. Absolutely wonderful evening had by all – make sure you have a few glasses of bubbly in Vertigo 42 before you come here for dinner!!

Stunning view as can be expected but a dissapointing menu and though the food is very well presented it's taste does not match it's appearance or price. One senses it's the view one is paying for and it is arguable it is worth it should you have cause to impress.