Hélène Darroze at The Connaught

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   London1 review

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   Although the food was excellent, the service here was surprisingly average compared to other Michelin-starred establishments I've visited.
   

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   Caroline VIP

   Richmond17 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Gorgeous experience for dinner at Hélène’s. The restaurant is gorgeous and perfectly situated in The Connaught on a quaint and quiet street. Each plate was expertly crafted. We were invited back to see the kitchen in action, which is such a beautiful opportunity. Thankful for the experience.
   

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   David

   Chicago9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   An amazing experience. We did the 7 course tasting and were beyond shocked and the meal. Everything was perfect.
   

   Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtResponded on February 1, 2025

   Dear David, Thank you very much for taking the time to write about your dining experience at Hélène Darroze and for sharing your feedback with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Connaught soon for another unforgettable dining experience. Mirko Benzo General Manager Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
   

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   CHRIS

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on December 23, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent as always. Food, atmosphere and exceptional service. The somier knowledge was impressive
   

   Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtResponded on January 14, 2025

   Dear CHRIS, Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your positive experience with the team at Hélène Darroze at The Connaught. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. It’s also great to know that our sommelier was able to enhance your experience with their wine knowledge. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable visit soon. All the best, Mirko Benzo General Manager Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
   

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   Cathy

   London15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 20, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Fabulous experience overall, with a great veggie menu. I would just note that I don’t always want a full tasting menu, even the shorter 5 courses is a LOT of food! And the price point puts it firmly in the ‘occasional treat’ bracket.
   

   Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtResponded on December 25, 2024

   Dear Cathy, Thank you for your kind words and thoughtful feedback! We're delighted you enjoyed the experience and our vegetarian menu—it’s wonderful to hear it made an impression, specially when we know how much effort it goes into it. We understand that our tasting menus can feel indulgent, and we truly appreciate your perspective. As we aim to make every visit feel truly special, we hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit. Wishing you the very best this holiday season. We can’t wait to welcome you back in the new year for more exciting meals together. Mirko Benzo General Manager Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
   

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   Vivek

   Austin4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 10, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Hands down one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The entire Helene team went above and beyond.
   

   Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtResponded on December 16, 2024

   Dear Vivek, Thank you for sharing with us a bit more about your experience at Hélène Darroze and congratulations once again on your anniversary! We are truly honoured that you chose to celebrate such a special occasion with us. It’s amazing to hear that your dining experience was one of the best you’ve ever had and that our team went above and beyond to make your day unforgettable. Wishing you both a joyous festive season filled with love and happiness, and we hope to welcome you back for many more celebrations in the future! Best regards, Mirko Benzo General Manager Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
   

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   Parth

   London3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 9, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A superlative experience. Often, dining at a fine dining establishment either is too avant garde/experimentative, or is conventional with a stiff upper lip. Helen Darroze is neither; what it is is amazing hospitality, personal conversations, great ambience and exceptional service. The food itself is second to none. Each dish is a perfect and pure representation of what it’s meant to be, and every ingredient is both actively present in the dish and singing in harmony with the others. The wine list is incredible too and the sommelier offered us excellent pairing recommendations. Go for a special meal, you won’t go wrong.
   

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   Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtResponded on December 16, 2024

   Dear Parth, Thank you so much for taking the time to share with us a bit more about your experience at Hélène Darroze. Our goal is to provide not just a meal, but a memorable journey through hospitality, flavour, and service, and it means the world to us that you felt that harmony. We’re so glad you enjoyed the dishes, as well as the wine pairings from our sommelier team. Your kind words about our team and the atmosphere truly warm our hearts. It was our pleasure to host you, and we hope to welcome you back for another special occasion. Wishing you a joyous festive season filled with love, laughter, and delicious moments! Warm regards, Mirko Benzo General Manager Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
   

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   Catherine VIP

   Montreal24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 27, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great hotel and restaurant - the festive winter atmosphere is definitely a must. I had special attention put to my gluten allergy and didn’t feel left out from a culinary experience perspective. A must try!
   

   Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtResponded on December 9, 2024

   Dear Catherine, Thank you for taking the time to tell us a bit more about your experience. We’re so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the festive atmosphere and had a delightful meal with us. We are especially glad to know that our team took great care to accommodate your gluten allergy, ensuring you didn’t feel left out—your comfort and enjoyment are always our priority.Thank you for your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable visit soon. Warm regards, Mirko Benzo General Manager - Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
   

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   Amanda VIP

   Glasgow28 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 19, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of my favourite restaurants in London, for a special occasion or just because. We try to go every time we’re in London and are always treated as returning friends. Cannot recommend enough!
   

   Hélène Darroze at The ConnaughtResponded on November 25, 2024

   Dear Amanda, Thank you for your heartfelt review and for being such a loyal guest over the years—it truly means the world to us! We’re so glad to hear that each visit feels special, whether it’s for a celebration or just to treat ourselves every now and then. It was an absolute pleasure to have you back last week and knowing that the kitchen visit added a little extra magic to your evening brings us great joy. Your continued support and kind words inspire us to keep striving for even greater heights. We can’t wait to welcome you back on your next trip to London! Warmest regards, Mirko Benzo General Manager Hélène Darroze at The Connaught
   

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    As a 3 star restaurant in a hotel as distinguished as the Connaught, you can of course expect exceptional food, wine and service. With that comes an exceptional price tag, and this is true of all the 3-star restaurants in the UK. And with so much competition just in London alone, it is the finer detail and service which can set a restaurant apart from all the others. The food was out of this world, and I say this as someone who has been very fortunate to eat at the majority of the 3 star Michelins in the UK - Helene Darroze is at the top of this list. The guinea fowl and the lobster were stand outs for me, but really every course was superb. If you’re a wine enthusiast or appreciate wine pairings, we opted for the ultimate wine experience and have no regrets. The thing about wine pairings is everyone is doing them nowadays and they can be substandard and uninspiring, and given that they’re usually hundreds of pounds it can be a great disappointment when not done right. However, the experience at Helene Darroze was second to none and complimented each course perfectly. The 2015 Chateaux d’Yquem was a stand out for me. There are two other cheaper wine pairing options available. And finally, the service. The team here are the gold standard of hospitality. Kind and thoughtful, friendly and welcoming. We were treated to a tour of the kitchen, the chefs just as smiley and friendly despite being incredibly busy and focused. I made some remarks about the tweezers the chefs use to apply finishing touches, and the next day I had an envelope in my room with a hand written note and some chefs tweezers as a gift. It’s this human and personal touch that makes memories that last a lifetime, so thank you to Lelia the guest services manager who thought to do this, because it was so appreciated. I can’t recommend Helene Darroze enough and especially if you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion.
    

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