The Thomas Cubitt

A friend booked for us to go here for a group (there were seven of us) dinner and it ticked pretty much every box. From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted by friendly and effusive staff. For them, nothing seemed too much trouble and they were highly attentive and prompt with both drink and food despite it being a busy Friday night. The menu was simple yet highly effective and Cubitt's executed efficiently on classic dishes. Steak tartare for my starter was just the right size, beautifully presented on a plate scattered with gherkins and fresh herbs, even if the accompanying toast was perhaps a little too dry and crumbly. The main of chicken wrapped in pancetta was perfectly juicy and tender and again scored well in terms of presentation. Our group all ate varied dishes and I believe there was no disappointment around the table. The wine list was traditional, but both the Loire Suavignon and Rhone red were textbook and showed good provenance. Only complaint would be arrangement of the table (even if we were a group of seven that needed accommodating); it felt a little cramped and getting out to use the toilet therefore somewhat troublesome. Would definitely return if in the area.

By far my favourite gastropub in London. Brilliant atmosphere on the ground floor, scintillating food (always) and polite, friendly, well informed staff. Upstairs fine dining. Very well priced. I love this place!

We held our Christmas lunch here for 29 people. We were allowed to choose from a selection of starters, main meals and desserts so that everyone didn't have to eat the same – always a problem for some people! The ambience, food, service and organisation were excellent. Nothing was too much trouble and we have nothing but praise for this establishment. We look forward to celebrating with them again next year.

This is a great restaurant for a private party. The organiser Marine is very helpful, efficient and adaptable – they managed when we arrived 40 minutes early and allowed us to hold a quiz after the meal. The staff were very warm, welcoming and attentive and the food was very classy in its presentation as well as exceptionally tasty. Personally I can't wait for my next visit.

Early evening and The Thomas Cubitt was packed downstairs but upstairs in the dining room was far quieter – at least when we first arrived – more of which later. The dining room is very pleasant, rather like one of those grand dining rooms in posh houses you see in the property supplements of quality Sunday newspapers (which is really exactly what it is) and looking like someone has run through the Farrow and Ball colour card with some artful ‘distressing’ on woodwork and lots of wooden floors and furniture – its the sort of room that's very current just now but will look really dated in 18 months time.

Dinner was good, but not excellent and rather lower standards than are set in its little sister Pantechnicon. I started with Seared scallops, heritage apple, gingerbread, chestnuts – 3 plump, meaty scallops, nice thick swirl of apple and gingerbread crumbs, all be it that it had a slightly bland texture but the chestnuts were just a mistake; hard and overly chewy. Followed by Lemon & thyme crusted chicken, Somerset Rambler dumplings, pumpkin, pine nuts – almost there but not quiet; lovely chicken but the crust felt a bit like something you'd get in a cheapish hotel restaurant. Followed by Apple & sultana crumble tart where I swapped the promised clotted cream for ginger icecream – a nice twist on a fairly standard dish as the crumble was a small indidivual tart and the ginger icecream was great avoiding that cloying texture that it can sometimes have.

Value for money was fine, 3 people, 3 courses, water and a nice bottle of white burgundy for £155 so no complaints there.

Service was a bit random, polite but confused is perhaps the best way to describe it – nothing you could quite put your finger on but it seemed to fall apart a bit the busier the restaurant got, and it did get very busy. Whilst we started in a largely empty room it was very packed and very loud by the time we got to dessert and unfortunately with exactly the sloaney types you'd fear it might be given the area.

Online booking simple with a reminder e-mail, but followed on the day with a slightly odd call where I was asked “How long do you want the table for?” which got the reply “Till we've finished” – I don't have a problem with a 2 hour turn round, but why do it in such a haphazard fashion?

Overall its good, but there is little to recommend it ahead of Pantechnicon other perhaps than the chips which are a lot better at The Thomas Cubitt for being properly hand cut fat chips rather than what look like machine cut fries; it make a difference, but not enough to persude me from choosing Pantecnicon next time.

“Thank you to the team at The Thomas Cubitt restaurant!” We were really pleased to hold our Christmas lunch (2010) at the restaurant and really happy with the level of service and atmosphere. Additionally, all the guests thought the food was delightful and we hope to book again one year!

Stork & May Ltd, Piccadilly, Mayfair.

We arrived half an hour before our reservation time but this was not a problem and we were shown immediately to our table on the first floor over looking Elizabeth Street. The Restaurant was in a very pleasant room and the staff were very professional and friendly.
We ordered off the Set Lunch menu priced at £22 for 2 courses, this included a choice of 4 starters, 4 mains and 4 desserts. The Smoked Haddock Tart starter was very well presented and tasted as good as it looked. My partner ordered roasted butternut squash which was equally as good. For mains I had Rabbit and mushroom pie with shallots and baby carrots, with a side of red cabbage and my partner had Salmon on a bed of cullcanon and spinach. The Rabbit Pie was divine, loaded with fresh Rabbit and the Pastry melted in your mouth, worth the wait and definately one to try.
The starters came quickly but we had to wait over 45 minutes for our mains to arrive. The Restaurant was extemely busy and the Head Waiter came over to apologise for the delay and offered us dessert on the house. Unfortunately we had to decline because we had to leave for an appointment, however this did not spoil our enjoyment and when in that area again I would certainly pay a visit. Good quality food and value for money lovely deco and surroundings, pleasant experience.

I recently organised a 70th birthday party for my mum in the upstairs rooms. We had a mixture of all age groups from 3 months to 75 and everyone enjoyed it! The food and staff were excellent and the rooms are the perfect place for a party. My Mum loved the day and we all had a fantastic time. I will always remember it and I will keep going back for more!

I recently hosted a birthday dinner at the upstairs dining room of Thomas Cubitt. From start to finish the staff were experienced and calm and set just the right tone for the evening. The menu we chose from was varied and imaginative and covered all tastes. The food was delicious!! Top quality, good atmosphere, good decor. I have found it consistently good since I first visited two years ago.

Good prompt service. Motivated, hard working staff. Not cheap but good value – the fish in my fish and chips was fresh, fresh, fresh. As were the chips and mushy peas. They came with a pot of tartare sauce and a cut lemon half wraped in muslin – a nice touch for catching the pips.

Still think the prompt service made the biggest impression on me. Recommended.