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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   Louise

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

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

   This is really exceptional without being stuffy. Be prepared for £1000 for two if you have the tasting menu and paired wines (which is highly recommended!); this is an exceptional experience. I paid £600 18 years ago for the Fat Duck so this is decent value for the experience you will get. Small intimate dining room where every member of staff is drilled to ensure your experience is top notch. Do not waste this on older children or young adults who will not appreciate the incredible cooking! Send them to enjoy their five guys and spend your hard earned money on yourself!
   

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   Sandi

   Nashville2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   We had very high expectations for the dining experience and they were exceeded. From the moment we entered, we were greeted by friendly, welcoming staff, and that continued throughout. This experience is one I will never forget the food was incredible and each course presented like a piece of art. We hope to visit Encore in Australia or other Core locations soon. Thank you to the entire staff for leaving us with memories to last a lifetime.
   

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   Amelie

   London9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 on April 16, 2025

   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 on April 16, 2025

   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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