CORE by Clare Smyth

CORE by Clare Smyth reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Amelie

   London9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   The best dining experience and meal I have ever had. The food was out of this world and the staff were wonderful. I will never forget it.
   

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   David VIP

   Greater Boston1 review

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   What a truly brilliant experience!! Hands down the most eloquent, vibrant, sensory experience for a meal I have ever had in my 55 years on the planet!!! The orchestration by the entire staff was simply flawless! Can’t wait to experience the new creation in Chelsea this summer!! Best regards Dave K
   

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   Luke

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   Wonderful experience! I took my wife for her 30th Birthday, we’ve always wanted to experience fine dining but have never been in a position financially to do it. It did not disappoint! The front of house staff were incredibly personable and welcoming. They were incredibly attentive throughout the multiple courses, which were mind blowing! Highlights were the core-teser and the potato and roe! A wonderful experience, can’t say enough nice things about it!
   

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   Nilan

   London1 review

   1.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   We arrived 20 Mins late and couldn’t have the tasting menu :/( a wasted experience
   

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   yvonne VIP

   Denver66 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Core is one of those restaurants where you go to have delicious food and an experience at the same time. The food is creative, delicious, and the presentations are quite unique. The service was attentive and friendly, but not stuffy. The wine selections were very nice and I didn't notice any uncharging. It's hard to find a criticism with a perfect restaurant, but I do have one. The atmosphere would have been more relaxing with fewer people scampering around, some with noisy shoes. The number of staff felt overwhelming and took away from the peaceful relaxing atmosphere. Gary Danko's in San Francisco provides the same level of service with fewer bodies running around. This is a trivial complaint but restaurants tend to like honest feedback and this should not deter you from splurging on this outstanding venue. Plus, the curvature of the interior design gives a slightly feminine touch, rather than the harsh lines favored by male chefs. Clare seems like a nice person and deserves all the accolades she has gotten.
   

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   Barbara

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   It was truly an exceptional dinner experience, wouldn't change a thing.
   

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   Oscar Christopher

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 15, 2025

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

   Bothe the front of house team and kitchen team were incredible, the food was amazing and the service was phenomenal. 10/10
   

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   Aeryn

   London3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 15, 2025

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

   Attention to detail was out of this world. Being greeted by Clare herself, on arrival into the restaurant, made our anniversary dinner extra special too. An amazing evening.
   

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   Mirko VIP

   Vancouver9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 15, 2025

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

   Very professionell and comfortable atmosphere. Each Course wonderful presented and palatable in alternative variations. Unique Cocktail creations. The Team has been very friendly and attentive. Clare Smyth said goodbye to us personally, which we found to be a very nice touch
   

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    Daria

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

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

    Food was fantastic, albeit somewhat expected - core menu wasn’t innovative, but served solid classics. Ambiance felt a little too busy - lots of tables and staff swerving around. Would have appreciated a more relaxed and slow atmosphere. Was great to meet Chef Clare in person, very approachable and overall we had a lovely evening!
    

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