Tony .............'s review of Elephant Royale

We happen to live nearby…so the ER is very convenience but that doesn't mean we go regularly… saying that we are always recognised and warmly greeted with a smile. Sitting next to the river overlooking Greenwich Cutty Sark it is a great spot. The restaurant is divided into 2 …separated by a great horse shoe shaped bar. There is a seating area where you can relax , drink cocktails and have snack food…and then on the other side there is the main restaurant with many tables catering for 2 to a private booth to a long table for 20 people …The atmosphere is invariably good … especially Thurs Fri and Sat nights. Friday and Sat they have someone either playing the piano or guitar…singing on and off during the evening which is nice to have. The bar has an array of locals… to regulars… to passers by…and the staff do work tirelessly to make everyone happy. Food is always fresh…I don't think I have ever had a ''bad meal'' .. The ER has a decent selection of Thai food…from stir fries to sizzling dishes to their red, green and yellow curries… The one negative I could give it ?.. They could change their menu …( hence why we go once every couple of months ) The cooks however can be seen doing their thing through massive windows which run along the walkway as you enter the ER .. …which is always a comforting thing. .In the summer months all the door are open and tables are placed outside for alfresco dining which is always VERY popular…as is the Sunday buffet…You pay a straight fee and help yourself basically. Give it a try .. It;s not the cheapest place out there…but it has a nice pleasant atmosphere …I'm sure you'll like it …