Steven's review of Launceston Place

Booked on a whim after watching the Great British Menu and being close to my girlfriend's office , we embarked to Lauceston Place. I booked a table via the web (very efficient) and got a text giving me a booking reference – which was very helpful.

We arrived a little early but were shown to our seats by the very polite waiting staff. Nibbles were provided (posh crisps – think Kettle chips, but thinner and freshly cooked!) and drinks ordered. We decided on the £42, 3 course menu.

Before our starters we had the amuse bouche – Cauliflower Soup, with a foam and truffle oil which was excellent. Our starters of scallops and the truffle risotto were also top notch (even if we paid a premium for the risotto) and presented beautifully (as were all the courses).

For the main course the Suckling Pig and Lamb were chosen, with the girlfriend able to choose which cut of the lamb she would like (a nice touch!) – again both were extremely tasty, and the staff flexible enough to offer “extra” side dishes to my somewhat fussy companion!

Pre desert “extra” was the rhubarb crumble ice cream as seen on GBM, quite light, creamy and fresh – with an added dash of blood orange juice to add a touch of sharpness at the end. The main deserts to follow were the rice pudding souffle with raspberry ripple ice cream, and the chocolate fondant. The chocolate dish was VERY rich, but was devoured nonetheless, and the rice pudding souffle was fluffy perfection.

Without a doubt it was an excellent dining experience, and we would (will) return at some point – once we've saved up! It wasn't cheap (>120 pounds, and neither of us drink) but given the quality of the food, the attentive staff and the “extras” I think it was worth it.