Bocca di Lupo (12 Archer Street, London, W1D 7BB) I had a late lunch here yesterday. Despite being in a rather seedy side street in Soho, the restaurant itself is very smart and and very classy. First impressions weren't good – the front of house was rather matter of fact and no-one offered to take our coats. Service was average to poor – very friendly staff and service was quick at first, but 15 minutes after ordering a glass of wine, I had to ask where it was and then it took another 5 minutes to arrive. One of the main courses that turned up wasn't what we ordered, and the same happened for dessert, although to be fair they didn't charge us for the mistake on the dessert. Starters, sides and dessert were all delicious but I had the pork and foie gras sausage, which was a bit liquidy in the middle, which made me wonder whether it had been cooked all the way through. I'm all for not killing lamb or beef, but when it comes to pork, you can't be too careful. Prices are high and it's not great value for money, so despite the smart atmosphere I wouldn't come here again.
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