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Medlar, London,

Medlar

4.9
4.9
2444 Reviews
£41 and over
Modern European

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Medlar is an independently owned restaurant from Chef Joe Mercer Nairne and Front of House Manager David O'Connor.The restaurant has gained many exemplary reviews over the years and have built a fine reputation for food and service.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 6:30 pm–9:45 pm Sat 6:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • Dinner with Château Montus and Château Bouscassé

    £199.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 1, 2025 only
    7:30 p.m.
    The Medlar sommelier team is taking you on an exclusive wine journey through the Gascogne region. Historical properties of the Brumont family, Château Montus and Château Bouscassé, have been pioneers in the Madiran appellation and are well respected for their expression of the local Tannat. We will have the pleasure to host Antoine Veiry, head winemaker of the Brumont properties, to share with you the philosophy of the wineries as well as the rich diversity of terroirs in the region. Strong from experiences in respected wineries in Champagne, the Rhône and around the world; Antoine became Head winemaker of both Chateaux in 2018.

What 2,444 people are saying

Medlar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • London

    Modern European

  • South West London

    Best Overall

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Medlar, nestled in Chelsea, is celebrated for "exceptional food and service." Diners rave about the "creative and well-executed menu" and "wonderful atmosphere." The restaurant offers a "superb wine list" and "attentive, friendly staff." Despite a few critiques on decor and pricing, it remains a "gem for special occasions."

2,444 Reviews
  1. Chris

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent from start to finish. Service was attentive without being intrusive. Every mouthful was delicious. Can't recommend highly enough

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  2. neil VIP

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food & wine as always looking forward to returning

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  3. antonia

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and subtle good service and you could hear yourself speak!

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  4. Emanuel

    Dorset9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a proper belter of a meal at Medlar in Chelsea. If you’re after a spot that nails the whole “fine dining but without the fuss” vibe, this is it. The set menus are bang on – seasonal stuff done right, no faffing about. Think tender meats, veg that actually tastes like veg, and puddings that’ll make you wish you had a second stomach. Every course’s a winner, and you can tell they’re proper chuffed about sourcing quality ingredients. Now, the wine list – bloody hell. It’s like they’ve got a bottle for every mood, from crisp whites that zing to reds with enough depth to drown in. The Team know their stuff too; ask for a pairing and they’ll sort you out with something that just works. No pretentious chat, just solid recommendations. But let’s get to the main event: the cheese trolley. Absolute madness. Rolls over like a dairy chariot of dreams, packed with every cheese under the sun – gooey, stinky, crumbly, you name it. The team’ll talk you through it all, no rush, and chuck in crackers, chutneys, the lot. Worth popping in just for this, honestly. What makes Medlar proper special, though, is the staff. Lovely bunch – attentive without hovering, friendly without being over the top. They remember the little things and they’ve got that knack for making you feel like a regular, even if it’s your first time. All in, Medlar’s a gem. Great food, banging wine, cheese for days, and service that’s genuinely warm. If you’re in Chelsea, do yourself a favour and book a table. Proper lush.

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  5. Tom VIP

    London66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious as ever and attentive service, thanks for a great afternoon. Nice portions, much appreciated.

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  6. Carlos

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful Experience, Food and Service, 100% recommend to everyone

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  7. Cyrus

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food at a great value. Absolutely wonderful staff making one welcome and attentive without being intrusive. Great wine list even-though rather on the pricey side and higher end of mark up!

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  8. Nicole

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love everything about Medlar! The service from the moment we arrived was outstanding and the food absolutely delicious. Every course was special, each dish a work of art. Made perfect by the birthday greetings and dessert for my husband at the end. Thoroughly recommend and we will be back soon!

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  9. Greg

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Birthday dinner for a friend. Excellent food, great service. The best cheeseboard! Not cheap but worth it.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We like everything about Medlar. The food is excellent and the staff create a friendly informal atmosphere with exemplary service. Our second visit and we hope to return when staying in London

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FAQs

Medlar is rated 4.9 stars by 2444 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Medlar

438 Kings Road, London, SW10 0LJ

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 6:30 pm–9:45 pm Sat 6:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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