Avenue Restaurant & Bar
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Fixed Price Lunch Menu 2 courses £10.50 / 3 courses £12.50
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Avenue Restaurant & Bar Summary
- Address: 7-9 St James's Street, London, SW1A 1EE (Map)
- Tel: +44 (0)844 567 2328
- E-mail: Click here to contact
- Website: Go to the Avenue Restaurant & Bar website
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- Cuisine(s): Modern British, Casual
- Opening Times: Mon - Thurs (food): 12:00 - 15:00 17:45 - 24:00
Fri (food): 12:00 - 15:00 17:45 - 23:00
Sat (food): 17:45 - 23:00
Mon - Fri (bar): 12:00 - 23:00
Sat (bar): 17:45 - 23:00 - Avg Price: £39.00
- Party Planner: Group bookings & Party planner
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(Avg Price is the average cost per person for two courses, coffee, half a bottle of house wine and tip/service)
Avenue Restaurant & Bar Description
Life gives us many reasons to celebrate and what could be better than to do this over tasty food and drink? But even if you don't have a reason to celebrate, pop in to Avenue in the heart of busy St James's and you'll find one, because life seems so much better when you're in a stylish ambience, surrounded by smiling faces and greeted by the wonderful aroma of fresh food. You could do some business entertaining, take a relaxed break from shopping or have a pre or post theatre meal there.
Designed by American architect Rick Mather, the Avenue opened in 1995 to great critical and architectural acclaim. That the place has the 'wow' factor is hard to dispute, its big, bright and buzzy space also makes it ideal for a private party.
The bar is considered to be one of London's smartest destinations and attracts a well heeled crowd from a mix of royal courtiers from the two nearby palaces; art dealers from surrounding St. James's, to Bond Street's fashion set. You could linger on the comfortable easy chairs, enjoy a refreshing cocktail in the gently under-lit interior and slowly get drawn in to the elegant high-ceiling dining room with stunning abstract art. On the left hand side there is a glass wine store, which sits alongside a raised area, perfect for bands or guest speakers, and to the right there is a banquette sitting beneath a long, luminous skylight.
The menu is progressive, Modern British, serving fresh seasonal food, simply prepared and cooked. The seasonal emphasis of the cooking means that the menu changes regularly, although the most popular dishes remain throughout the year. Dishes range from Fort William smoked salmon with shallots, capers, pea shoots and horseradish cream to ham hock terrine with yellow heirloom tomato, broad beans and red onion marmalade. Daily specials ensure there is always a selection of new dishes on the menu for the regular customers.
Amongst other choices there is a new season Berkshire rack of lamb with pea puree, asparagus and pea shoots; free range Suffolk chicken breast with courgette and salsa verde, and 21 day aged rump with green beans, hand cut ships and peppercorn sauce, proving why the Avenue is renowned for a carte that is honest and approachable.
Amongst desserts expect to find coffee chocolate pot with hazelnut praline, crème brûlée and strawberry bakewell tart and crème fraîche. The wine list provides a selection of both New and Old World numbers.
Avenue shows a clean pair of culinary heels to most of the 'in' restaurants in London by its originality and flair, creating a more interesting experience.
Lunch is priced at £19.50 for two courses and £22.50 for three courses. For menu changes and other information do check their Website.
Fixed Lunch
- £19.50 (2 courses) to £22.50 (3 courses)
Fixed Dinner
- £19.50 (2 courses) to £22.50 (3 courses)
Your Reviews of Avenue Restaurant & Bar
Nicole (20 February 2007)
Fantastic restaurant! The service was excellent, our waitress was very attentive, but discreet at the same time, our glasses were never empty, the food was beautiful and the surroundings great, had a thoroughly enjoyable time on Valentine’s Day.
Julie Blake (27 March 2006)
I, along with nine of my friends, went to this restaurant for my birthday, and we were blown away by the location, the staff, and of course the food, which was glorious, and was enjoyed without exception.
The staff couldn't have been more welcoming, and had none of the stuffiness I’ve found at other top restaurants, and even put up gamely with ten rather loud women by the end of the evening, even taking lots of photos for us.
The restaurant itself is beautiful, modern without being soulless and full of atmosphere. I'd recommend it without hesitation as a must visit location.
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Special Offer: Fixed Price Lunch Menu 2 courses £10.50 / 3 courses £12.50
- Details: This offer is available from October 1, 2009 until October 31, 2009, subject to availability as displayed in the booking interface. Offer excludes service and includes VAT. Not available in conjunction with other offers.
Offer valid to 30 November 2009
Reservations: Book this offer online
Special Offer: Fixed Price Menu 2 courses £19.50 / 3 courses £22.50 Includes a glass of Champagne
- Details: This offer is available from November 1, 2009 until November 30, 2009, subject to availability as displayed in the booking interface. Offer excludes service and includes VAT. Not available in conjunction with other offers.
Offer valid to 30 November 2009
Reservations: Book this offer online
Additional Info for Avenue Restaurant & Bar
Children welcome
Groups allowed
Air conditioning
Outside seating
Reservations
Cover Charge
- House red: £19.50
- House white: £19.50
- Service charge: 12.5% (optional) card slips closed
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