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Ate here with three mates at the start of the week and we went for the amazing value lunch menu, three courses cost £32 with canapés, bread, amuse bouche read more Ate here with three mates at the start of the week and we went for the amazing value lunch menu, three courses cost £32 with canapés, bread, amuse bouche

I've been here several times over the years for special occasions; in a group for a friend's 30th, my 21st birthday and my grandmother's 80th among others. read more I've been here several times over the years for special occasions; in a group for a friend's 30th, my 21st birthday and my grandmother's 80th among others.

We came here midweek and had the champagne lunch - 3 courses, appetizer and pre-dessert and a glass of champagne for £35 each. read more We came here midweek and had the champagne lunch - 3 courses, appetizer and pre-dessert and a glass of champagne for £35 each.

We had the set five course lunch. One of our party did not eat meat and the chef created a delicious cauliflower risotto for her. The portion sizes were appropr... read more We had the set five course lunch. One of our party did not eat meat and the chef created a delicious cauliflower risotto for her. The portion sizes were appropriate for a five course meal so we did not feel too full at the end of the meal. The dishes were very well presented. The waiting staff were knowledgeable in their explanation of the dishes. The veal main course was particularly delicious with the meat very tender complemented by an excellent sauce. The restaurant looks a little run down and the restrooms need some upgrading. I wonder whether this is the result of the difficulties encountered over the period of the pandemic. Overall, we all enjoyed our experience. This restaurant is not local to us so requires a journey, depending on traffic, of up to 90 minutes. We will go again but because of location, this will not be a frequent destination.

From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, the service is excellent, and the food and drinks are outstanding. I can't fault a single aspect of the... read more From the moment you walk in until the moment you leave, the service is excellent, and the food and drinks are outstanding. I can't fault a single aspect of the experience.

The food at this restaurant was top-notch and every staff member was delightful. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The only downside is that the place could use a... read more The food at this restaurant was top-notch and every staff member was delightful. We thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The only downside is that the place could use a fresh coat of paint.

Most of the staff at the restaurant were fantastic, especially the head waitress and waiting staff. However, the Sommelier was unfriendly. Since I don't drink a... read more Most of the staff at the restaurant were fantastic, especially the head waitress and waiting staff. However, the Sommelier was unfriendly. Since I don't drink alcohol, I was only offered a non-alcoholic beer or gin. When I requested a non-alcoholic cocktail, he refused with a heavy sigh and walked away. Throughout the meal, he mostly interacted with my wife, who was drinking wine, and ignored me. It is important for a restaurant that has previously been awarded a Michelin star to have more options and a better attitude towards customers who do not drink. The food was delicious and met the expectations of a high-end restaurant. However, the fixed 6/8 course tasting menu felt outdated and I would have preferred an à la carte option. Despite the rude Sommelier, we had a pleasant evening overall, but perhaps L'Ortolan should reconsider its approach and focus on innovation.

Many thanks to L'Ortolan for a truly wonderful meal and special thanks to Mia to organising the new date for our anniversary celebration. K rgds, Jon read more Many thanks to L'Ortolan for a truly wonderful meal and special thanks to Mia to organising the new date for our anniversary celebration. K rgds, Jon

Exceptional food with great service. Had the 8 course tasting menu with the wine flight. Amazing read more Exceptional food with great service. Had the 8 course tasting menu with the wine flight. Amazing

Food and service were excellent. But the interior is really tired and outdated and in need of a renovation. read more Food and service were excellent. But the interior is really tired and outdated and in need of a renovation.