Launceston Place

4.8

2588 Reviews

£41 and over

Modern European

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

8:30 PM

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

Please note that Launceston Place has now permanently closed.

Ben, Mattia, and the team are truly grateful for the support and loyalty of our guests, who have made every service something to remember.

We would love to continue serving you at our other exceptional restaurants. To explore the full D&D London collection, please head to www.danddlondon.com.

Best wishes, D&D London and the Launceston Place team.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, British
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Lunch Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
020 7937 6912
Website
http://www.launcestonplace-restaurant.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ben Murphy
Private party facilities
Nestled in the quaint residential streets of Kensington, Launceston Place is a hidden gem. Passionate about using the best of Great British produce and with a constantly changing seasonal menu using simple ingredients, the restaurant has received 4 AA Rosettes.
Private party contact
The Launceston Place Events Team: 020 7937 6912

Location
1A Launceston Place, Kensington, London, W8 5RL
Neighborhood
Kensington
Parking details
None
Public transit
Gloucester Road or High Street Kensington tube station.
Additional
Banquet, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,588 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

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London
Modern European
West London
Best Food
West London
Innovative
West London
Great for fine wines
West London
Romantic
West London
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Launceston Place in Kensington is a hidden gem praised for its "superb food," "excellent service," and "beautiful presentation." Chef Ben Murphy's tasting menu is a "journey of flavors," while the attentive staff enhances the dining experience. Ideal for special occasions, this restaurant offers a cozy, welcoming ambiance that's "always a pleasure."

2,588 Reviews

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Geraldine
London
98 reviews
5.0
98 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love Launceston Place. Every dish is different and bursting with flavour. Such a wonderful place to eat with friends. I was so disappointed to hear that it is closing.
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Jess
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very high quality food, presentation, flavour combinations, service, and lovely quiet atmosphere, thanks Launceston Place team for a lovely experience
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Kate
Bristol
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always our favourite place to eat when in London. A pleasure as always. Food is innovative and delicious, service impeccable. We will be back again!
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Kevin
London
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and wonderful service as always! We've had some amazing experiences at Launceston Place and so sad it closes it doors next week. We are truly going to miss this very special local restaurant and the wonderful team!
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Farhad
Greater Boston
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food was at the expected level (except that the bread was old) and priced correctly. Service was very poor with the waiters being very polite but unattentive. The restuarn was 75% empty and there was enough staff, but they could not figure out how to organize themselves. The white wine arrived warmer than room temperature which should not happen at a restaurant of this level.
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Sylvia
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely experience for a birthday lunch. Service was very good and the food was to perfection.
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Ralph
London
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place never ceases to amaze, always fabulous food and impeccable ambience and service
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Charles
Raleigh
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
couldn't really hear the soft-spoken waiter, but overall good experience!
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StevenP
London
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Tasting menu and wine flight were faultless, had a great night. Only thing is the mojito was not good, we had it remade and still bad, no sugar , tasted like limey water. Other than that highly recommended.
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Alan
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fabulous somewhat quirky experience, and a joy to be there again. Great staff, and very helpful in explaining everything. Will be back soon.
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Launceston Place is rated 4.8 stars by 2588 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

8:30 PM

1A Launceston Place, Kensington, London, W8 5RL

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Neighborhood
Kensington
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Lunch Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Sun 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, British
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Gloucester Road or High Street Kensington tube station.
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ben Murphy
Additional
Banquet, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.launcestonplace-restaurant.co.uk/
Phone number
020 7937 6912
Private party facilities
Nestled in the quaint residential streets of Kensington, Launceston Place is a hidden gem. Passionate about using the best of Great British produce and with a constantly changing seasonal menu using simple ingredients, the restaurant has received 4 AA Rosettes.
Private party contact
The Launceston Place Events Team: 020 7937 6912

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