Noble Rot

Had a really lovely lunch here- service was impeccable, our waitress was really good at recommending wines and pairing with our food choices. The atmosphere is very moody, probably more suited for a dinner rather than a lunch. The wine list is extensive! Possibly overwhelming but as someone who has an interest in wines it was like heaven to me. The food was delicious and a good combination of filling but still light and flavourful.

Finally made it to their lamb’s conduit restaurant and it did not disappoint. Again their set lunch menu is outrageously good value. We booked on the day and got an early slot. Very friendly and welcoming service and we weren’t rushed at all. Went for all the wine pairings and dessert of the day. Next time I would prefer to sit at the front of the restaurant, as the back main restaurant is very dark, but still beautiful and ambient. Food was 10/10. Highly recommend visiting.

What an amazing dinner. The service was friendly and gave us the time to enjoy the meal. We loved the food. We started with the roasted pumpkin and partridge which was outstanding. Then we enjoyed the amazing duck. The wine selection was extensive. I would recommend going back.

I had heard encouraging reports from friends about Noble Rot restaurants as havens of good food and great wines. So I was looking forward to my first foray as a guest to their Bloomsbury establishment today. My immediate impression was of a traditional wine bar. Small tables, low light, slightly noisy from the lack of soft furnishings but buzzy. The menu du jour was short but interesting and I started with Christian Parra Boudin Noir with roast port-soaked chicory (£17.00). Some say that this black pudding is the best in the world. As a devotee of Stornaway black pudding from MacLeod, I am happy to confirm that this softer, more fragrant French version is definitely premier league. It was perfectly cooked with crisp exterior and complemented by the rich and sweet chicory. A superb dish. The main course of Roast Yorkshire Pheasant with soft polenta and chestnuts (£34.00) was exceptional. Wonderfully tender and moist meat (so often game birds can be dry with over-cooking) with crunchy skin and delicious gooey polenta where the chestnuts provided contrasting firmness. This was an absolute treat especially when accompanied by a young but fruity 100% Syrah grape St Joseph red from Northern Rhone (£70.00). Throughout our meal, the service was attentive, helpful and quietly professional When the food and wine are so good, I really don’t mind that there no linen napkins or tablecloths and that the chairs were mildly uncomfortable. I can’t wait to return and/or try one of their two other restaurants in Soho and Mayfair