I really don’t mind paying a premium for good quality and even expect to do so in Central London. The opulent setting and refined menu make Isabel a unique London Destination, but without the stiff formality of other institutions. We take pride in offering our guests exceptional service and food, and we're happy to hear that you enjoyed the truffle pasta. Come on!! Not worth the money at all! I’m afraid Isabel didn’t even come close to meeting anyone’s expectations. Come on! Thinking of relocating to a new home? Sometimes if the restaurant is quiet they might permit some seating at tables but this is usually late into the evening and once kitchen is closing. They serve tattinger champagne which we do not like! All in all a great place with lovely decor, great staff etc. I wrote a complaint then ( my first and only one in my 50 years of eating out ) atmosphere was cool, old london feel, clean bathroom. 2 meals and 5 drinks came to £250!! Much of it was tasteless and grossly overpriced. The next night we went sexy fish and that was much better!More, My better half booked the restaurant , from the moment I walked in with my guests Alarm bells started ringing .the next day I realised that it is the sister restaurant of the Gaza Cruz in Notting hill which I had the misfortune to eat...about a year ago . The waiter spilled champagne on me and the carpet did not apologise or clean the carpet which then smelled!! We’re known for our exceptional food and regret that we didn’t live up to those expectations for every...More, A horrendous place. tasted like angel delight Duck was very well cooked Sharply dressed staff sail past in custom-made Johanna Ortiz outfits, and a gleaming central bar showcases the vast selection of spirits, providing the perfect perch for people-watching. I should probably have raised my views at the time but didn’t want to spoil my family’s evening further. The stracciatella and fig salad was very good too. Very bland , no flavor and not worth the money at...all. Food is perfect and also the music and the bar. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed and will pass your feedback directly to our staff. atmosphere was cool, old london feel, clean bathroom. 6) ambiance, what ambiance? 3) fill the wine glasses every 3 minutes Sometimes if the restaurant is quiet they might permit some seating at tables but this is usually late into the evening and once kitchen is closing. !More, Thank you for your feedback. tasted like angel delight SquareMeal Review of Isabel. 6) ambiance, what ambiance? 2 meals and 5 drinks came to £250!! Food as always very good, if not a little small but it’s the...perfect place for me to host clients in it’s beautiful relaxed surroundings. First time I went, I felt that this place is a bit overrated and overpriced for basic food. But again for the money, they didn't have a coat service!! 2) bad inexperience service With Robotic staff We are pleased that you enjoyed your visit, the quality of the food, the atmosphere, and the service. It’s an elegant restaurant, but the oysters could’ve tasted better. even Sushi samba offer a coat service! The only delicious thing was the oysters.The bill, £800 for 4 people, for a disappointing culinary experience + an innvasive sight of tacky crowd, is quite irritating.More, Thank you for your feedback. Portions are very small considering the price is...so high, however the quality is amazing.More. The chocolate dessert was terribly awful. Are we able to visit just for drinks at the bar? 2 meals and 5 drinks came to £250!! Our pricing reflects the exceptional quality of our produce and standard of service. 4) bad food and small portions beautifully presented We look forward to seeing you again soon. The opulent setting and refined menu make Isabel a unique London Destination, but without the stiff formality of other institutions. The chocolate dessert was terribly awful. Average food? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. samphireandsalsify March 27, 2017 April 5, 2017 casa cruz, hottest restaurants in london, isabel blogger review, isabel mayfair, isabel review, juan santa cruz, … wine was ok 5) an in your face attitude by the establishment - staff to take your money as quickly as possible without an effort to reciprocate or to at least feed their patrons If you make a big mark up on drinks, at least give the almonds and olives for free. all. We appreciate that you’ve taken the time to let us know your thoughts, and we’re extremely disappointed to hear about your experience. Very overrated in our opinion the Menu was disappointing. Pro’sNice decor (do not be fooled like us! It’s the same complain as it would appear the owners have a designed policy of ; Save your time and go somewhere else, most disappointing place and ruined our first anniversary we came all the way from manchester to london. its elegant decorations, the bar area downstairs, and it’s great service! Pro’s 5) an in your face attitude by the establishment - staff to take your money as quickly as possible without an effort to reciprocate or to at least feed their patrons 5) an in your face attitude by the establishment - staff to take your money as quickly as possible without an effort to reciprocate or to at least feed their patrons I had originally booked a fixed-price three-course menu but we found the choice was extremely limited and, to be frank, there was nothing on it that appealed. Expensive and half if the dishes were good, other half bland & boring. great flavours. I only like LP or verve. First time I went, I felt that this place is a bit overrated and overpriced for basic food. 4) bad food and small portions beautifully presented Isabel Mayfair, London: See 180 unbiased reviews of Isabel Mayfair, rated 3.5 of 5 on Tripadvisor and ranked #9,762 of 22,889 restaurants in London. We've passed on your comments to the whole team, and hope you will join us again soon. We wholeheartedly agree that our staff are top notch, and it's hearing from customers like you that makes all our hard work worth it. even Sushi samba offer a coat service! I really don’t mind paying a premium for good quality and even expect to do so in Central London. The next night we went sexy fish and that was much better! Implement changes big and small to adapt your holiday season to this topsy turvy year, making the most of non-tradition. There was no social distancing we were sat less than 1 metre to the next...table. Lifestyle. Vice versa if the place has an event you may find it fully booked and then you might have to queue but whenever i have visited ( wed/ thu ) its always been walk in. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. When a place charges you for a tiny amount of almonds and olives when the basic vodka tonic is £20, you understand the lack of generosity. I should probably have raised my views at the time but didn’t want to spoil my family’s evening further. All in all a great place with lovely decor, great staff etc. Can’t wait to go back and enjoy again for truffle pasta and wine. Huge service charge on the bill and the customer service was zero! I hope they do not open a third “Restaurant “as my better half would once again be fooled by the decor and put me through the same unpleasant expensive experience, wouldn’t that be farcical I hope they do not open a third “Restaurant “as my better half would once again be fooled by the decor and put me through the same unpleasant expensive experience, wouldn’t that be farcical 3) fill the wine glasses every 3 minutes Food is perfect and also the music and the bar. They serve tattinger champagne which we do not like! The only dessert worth trying is the pear tart. When a place charges you for a tiny amount of almonds and olives when the basic vodka tonic is £20, you understand the lack of generosity.