Claude Bosi at Bibendum

4.8

1231 Reviews

£41 and over

French

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Celebrated French chef Claude Bosi launched Claude Bosi at Bibendum back in 2017, with a ground-floor seafood and oyster bar and first-floor restaurant which is ‘unashamedly fine dining’, with the chef's signature contemporary and light-hearted flair.

The a la carte menu features some of his signature classics and the chef’s Michelin-starred alma matter, with ingredients sourced predominantly from the British Isles and France. The striking upstairs dining room with its dramatic and iconic floor-to-ceiling stained glass windows has been redesigned to house a larger central open kitchen. The light and airy dining room will feature the original Conran chairs with a soft colour palate of muted blues.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 6, 2022

7:30 PM

Booked 13 times today

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 6:30 pm–9:30 pm Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–1:30 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 6:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
020 7581 5817
Website
http://www.claudebosi.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Claude Bosi
Private party facilities
Available every day. Enquire directly for more details
Private party contact
Natalie@bibendum.co.uk: 020 7581 5817

Location
Michelin House 81 Fulham Road London, SW3 6RD
Neighborhood
South Kensington
Cross street
Fulham Road
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Closest tube: South Kensington
Additional
Beer, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Bull Heart Tomato
Caprese
Duck Jelly
white onion, smoked sturgeon, special selection caviar (£45 supplement)
Frog Legs, New Season Garlic
lemon, parsley and black garlic
Cornish Turbot
à la Grenobloise
Brittany Rabbit
Scottish langoustine, French tarragon (£25 supplement)
Somerset Kid Goat Pithivier
Sea beet sauce

International Cheese Board

International Cheese Board
£25 supplement as an extra course

Desserts

English Strawberries
olive oil and elderflower
French Cherries "Burlat"
our version of a black forest
Bibendum Double Chocolate Soufflé
South American Fairtrade Mayan Red 70% and 100% chocolate soufflé, Madagascan vanilla ice cream (£25 supplement)

What 1,231 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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London
French
South West London
Best Ambiance
South West London
Notable Wine List
South West London
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TristanB
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for an anniversary dinner. Ambiance was great. Food was great. Sommelier recommendation was great and reasonable. Always wanted to eat in that room as was not disappointed when I had the chance.
C
Cooks
Yorkshire
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
wonderful food, great service and a lovely evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Superb! Service and food were amazing.
A
Arnout
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and well worth the Michelin stars. Excellent service throughout
l
leaveitallbehind
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, appropriately attentive service, wonderful food, great staff.
MN
MauriceN
Buckinghamshire
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, ambiance, service
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patricks
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top very good on all counts atmosphere and food services
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Wert
Berkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
How can anyone fail to enjoy this experience, the portions may seem small for the money but by the time you’ve finished you’re quite full. The staff are top-notch and first rate, Polite and attentive but not intrusive. We were also contacted the day before find out whether anyone had any allergies. We had previously ate in the Oyster bar downstairs and found it a little noisy. The first time we ever ate at a Claude Bosi restaurant called Hibiscus. After a visit to the bathroom I came back to find my wife chatting with the man himself. He was very polite and unassuming. It was one of the best meals we’ve ever had. Thank You
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated my engagement here last night. Absolutely incredible good and the service was out of this world. The staff made a memorable night even more memorable. Thank you, I’ll be back!
K
tobyK
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
An impeccable evening, as expected. The team couldn't have done more. My final bill seemed slightly off in terms of the drinks present, however it was in line with my overall expectations so I didn't challenge the team.
KW
KokoW
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Here’s the review I wrote: Five stars, an unforgettable experience. My 16-year old son and I enjoyed the seasonal tasting menu — nine flavorful courses of regionally sourced small dishes with French and international accents. We sat down at 6:30pm and, to our surprise, concluded our meal at 11:30pm with a final tour of the kitchen that the thoughtful service invited my son on. In each course we had from one to three small dishes which each had a distinct personality and which tied together thematically with the other bites. The opening dishes— Parmesan Gugelhupf, Foi Gras ice cream w a balsamic caramel (?) brûlée, French onion soup, and a tart of Mackerel cured in lime with vanilla—gives one an idea of the combination of tastes and thought that Claude Bosi puts into curating the menu. The staff had a visible passion for highest quality dining, and explained each dish and combination, and answered our occasional questions about cooking methods. We were seated so we could view through glass panels the fascinating kitchen and obviously strong leadership it takes to deliver flawless food and service. It elevated fine dining to performance art. We enjoyed the beautiful decor of the room as well, which felt comfortable and modern as well as gorgeously imbued with the Michelin legacy of a love of experiencing the good things in life.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Spectacular.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Food was beautifully presented and staff very friendly. Classic menu was tasty but mis-judged as too much food and all very rich! We did not see a vegetable!
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ZaiN
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Wonderful experience for my family who arrived from Malaysia. My granddaughter (5) was very shy to start with but enjoyed the attention given by the crews. I was very happy the restaurant is a child friendly as we could not leave the little girl out of the wonderful experience. TQ all for being nice to us. Will definitely come again soon.
OW
OliveW
New York Area
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience4
When you dine at a world renowned restaurant with two Michelin stars you really have high expectations on not just the food but everything else that comes with it. We found it shocking that the staffs of the restaurant kept coughing without their masks on the entire evening, despite being courteous and friendly. COVID is not over yet and it’s actually rising again. For a restaurant with such reputation, it is disappointing to see the staffs and the manager did not do anything about the coughing situation. I am not being picky here - there were 2-3 staffs coughing non stop. I think it’s more sensible if they could advise staffs to keep having face coverings on should they feel unwell.
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Foodfollower
Exclusive
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food was unbelievable and the service was wonderful. They made us feel special and we even got the chance to thank the chef and his team.
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ournightout
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing just amazing
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Foodie17
London
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The most amazing food and impeccable service by the most friendly staff - Claude Bosi I applaud you. I wish I could afford to come more often. Enormous plate envy too xx
L
Londoner
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
A lovely setting and both friendly and immaculate service but we made a mistake in succumbing to the not so subtle marketing for the seasonal taster menu for £175 rather than a more conventional three course dinner for £145. For the latter one is told specially to ask for the menu, whilst the taster menus (2 alternatives) are more or less assumed. The taster menu itself had many exotic and varied tastes, often in unusual combinations, which was sometimes interested and in a few cases exceptionally delicious. But overall too many dishes were in a similar format - ie. in a foamy creamy format and it was a bit much. Also it was poor that two of the dishes contained fois gras with no warning on the menu or when ordering it. It may have been in small quantities but many of us have moral qualms about it and, in my case, I know from experience that it’s too rich for my stomach. Yes, we were asked about dietary requirements but it’s not something one usually feels it’s necessary to mention. It really should be highlighted on the menu. The net result was a tummy ache three hours later - whether from the whole thing or that ingredient on its own I cannot tell. More positively some of the taster courses were excellent - the hake, a stuffed mushroom dish and the desert. The wine, whilst high quality even at the lower price end, was astoundingly expensive. It was certainly an interesting and memorable experience but perhaps the lesson for me is: in places like this don’t go for taster menus, go for specific dishes.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to a world ocean day dinner with 6 michelin starred chefs, the experience was amazing The hosts Michael caines and Claude bosi were excellent in explaining the dishes and the setting at bibendum was exquisite.. if I could give 11 out of 10 I would
HP
HeinrichP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely brilliant evening ! Food outstanding - service team impecable ! Worth the money indeed !
OL
OLIVIERP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing experience with the vegetarian menu. Plenty of flavors in one bite. Will come back.
NR
NatachaR
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing time at Bibendum for the first time since the Pandemic. Food was exceptional and the service was perfect, just enough to make you feel value but not invading.
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Drislack
Nashville
106 reviews
vip
5.0
106 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was friendly and attentive. Wait staff made excellent recommendations. Wine pairings were perfect. The food was delicious and beautifully plated. Great experience!
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Would give this restaurant more stars if I could. Fantastic lunch. Outstanding service
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the moment we walked in to the moment we left the experience was amazing. From the amazing building to the superb food and staff it was one of the best dining experiences both by wife and I have had. The Duck Jelly dish and The halibut were outstanding. A truly memorable day and we will certainly be back.
A
Alex
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing and the dining room is lovely to eat in. There is a lot of light and little touches of the Bibendum around. The wine flight was really interesting and the sommelier was keen to educate and chat about the wines with us. The food was absolutely delicious and presented beautifully. We had a lovely meal and loved the music in the background. At the end we had the chance to meet the head chef which was exciting.
D
paulD
Chicago
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing people Passionate, hospitable make any occasion very special The room, the decor, the stain glass and the details make it a very special place I eat there every time I come to London several times a year Thank you
HB
HenrikB
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food and the service combine for an exquisite experience. It is expensive but the signature dishes like the chocolate souffle is well worth it.
j
jamesa
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Continues to be one the best restaurants in London. Service is solicitous and not fussy, the space is light and airy and the food's textures and tastes are without compare. A superb restaurant, but pricey.
D
Digby
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every dish was originally and imaginatively conceived, conveying delicate abs subtle flavours and attractive textures. Chef Bosi clearly delights in creative combinations of exquisite ingredients. Conversation is delightfully brief during consumption but flows freely between courses. We’ll be back ver soon.
MK
MarttiK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Can it be more Michelin? 2 Michelin start restaurant in a landmark Michelin building decorated with Bibendum man in different formats. Excellent food and very well matching wine pairings.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was fabulous - service, ambience and above all the food. Would happily return again and again. A must do fine dining experience.
CE
ClareE
Lancashire
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 25, 2022
overall4food2service4ambience5
This type of heavy old fashioned French cooking is not in vogue now. Raw scallop in a cheese milky sauce just does not work it had absolutely no acidity or taste. The way this particular scallop dish was served spoilt what should be a cool refreshing dish as is served at Pollen Street Social.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Aberdeen
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service, food and the whole experience was outstanding. Easily the best meal I’ve had. Staff were exceptional, attentive & knowledgeable.
l
lydstep
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Set lunch was absolutely brilliant- a very generous, totally delicious meal with outstandingly friendly and professional service. The room is so beautiful and spacious and we felt really spoiled in a good way. Thanks to all staff who made us feel so special- planning our next visit.......
JA
JackieA
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food no rush nothing to much brilliant lunch and service and hospitality
BB
BruceB
Salt Lake City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you want real FINE DINING, it is hard to beat Bibendum. An absolutely wonderful evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the very best fine dining experience we’ve had in London. Creative and delicious, staff makes you feel very welcome and the setting is simply beautiful
JC
JenniferC
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was top-notch, from elegant and eclectic food to welcoming and expert service, as you would expect from this Michelin rated restaurant. A lovely evening from oysters at the bar to the chef's choice with wine pairing meal upstairs.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

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Claude Bosi at Bibendum does offer delivery in partnership with Supper London.

Claude Bosi at Bibendum is rated 4.8 stars by 1231 OpenTable diners.

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