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Service was excellent. The ambience was great - the place was cosy and personal. Food was creative but we felt some of the main courses could be slightly larger.
Be the first to ReplyAnother lunchtime hit for us
This is a very personal experience and all the better for it. The presentation in every respect is given considerable thought. The food is interesting and of the highest quality. We have used Muse lunchtimes only , I am not too sure if it is an evening venue , I guess we will have to find out one day ! In the meantime go for the intimacy and experience , you will not be disappointed.
Be the first to ReplyExcellent unique dining.
Excellent evening. Well paced service with delicious food. The small number of diners makes it a unique experience. Tom was there cooking and serving. The food was £155 per person and we chose reasonably priced wines with drinks before and our total bill was £220 per person , so don’t be put off by the review earlier at £700 for 2.
Be the first to ReplyQuaint and cosy but lacking punch
My partner and I recently celebrated our 10 year anniversary which we decided to ring in at Tom Aikens Muse restaurant last Saturday night. Whilst the restaurant was beautifully whimsical we were both a little let down by any bold flavours and stand out dishes which I’ve sadly already forgotten. Case in point was the extra seasonal white truffle course which left me wondering if any truffle went on it even though I saw them grate it in front of me. Perhaps it was old and had lost its pungency and aroma. Flavour did finally arrive when the desert dishes rolled round. Because the restaurant and kitchen is on display in front of you a lot of dishes were just “finished” in front of you and I felt many of the accompanying garnishes pre-prepared from squeezy bottles sometimes resulted in hot dishes coming up lukewarm. Service was hit and miss as some front of house were somewhat lacking in charisma. My partner and I were expecting great things at Muse given the reputation of the chef and I love the location but for me it left me wanting which is a shame as it won’t feature on a destination i will return to.
Be the first to ReplyEmperor’s New Clothes
Overpriced and pretentious, Tom’s ‘Emperor’s New Clothes’ restaurant left us feeling not a little cheated! My pal and I regularly visit London’s finest and are happy to spend big on our occasional indulgent ‘splurges’, but rarely have we been so disappointed by a dining experience; especially one so ‘hyped’. We’ve enjoyed fine dining from hipster to ultra-traditional, so the lack of ‘white-tablecloth’ formality didn’t put us off. And the staff were very sweet and very earnest. Perhaps a little too earnest though. This isn’t a church or a museum, it’s a restaurant! So much hushed reverence toward Tom and his Michelin stars seemed a little suffocating. Especially when the staff seemed so hamstrung by his guidelines that it stifled their natural warmth and generosity. Case in point, the very stingy measures applied to the pouring of drinks! I’d just had a couple of fantastic-quality, generous dry martinis at the wonderful nearby Library Bar (in The Lanesbrough). The shonky, thimble-sized martini I was served at Muse was laughably disappointing in comparison! We also ordered the matching wines along with our vegetarian tasting menus, but again, the staff seem to have been instructed to be super-stingy when pouring! We actually thought the sommelier was letting us taste the wine before she poured it, but it transpired that that was what passes for a FULL glass at Muse! The real insult though was when we took the extra ‘supplemental’ cheese-course (there not being one included on the already expensive tasting menu) and finding that cheese, being a plural or singular noun, was indeed singular at Muse! One type of cheese is NOT a cheese course! Especially not when again you order an accompanying glass of port and are again presented with a thimble-full. We would have discussed our thoughts and feedback with Tom on the night, but we were told he wasn’t there. If you’re spending £700 on a meal for two, you ought really to feel a little more spoiled than this. Tom, don’t spend so much money on fancy, fiddly 3D menus if it means short-changing your clientele. It’s all style, no substance and a very poor show.
Be the first to ReplyLast minute booking
I had to cancel a previous booking due to CoVid 19 but managed to rebook at short notice. Had an amazing meal, well worth the wait. The snacks were lovely. Mass gathering and just down the road were good, was surprised that Tom served some of the courses. The tastes like chicken was amazing and the desserts were delightful.
Be the first to ReplyAmazing experience
Amazing experience with food and service extraordinary. Incredible attention to my food allergy requirements. I informed I am coeliac at the time of booking and everything was already perfectly organised when I arrived. Very little differences in the menu to adapt for gluten free needs. And waiters really patient in answering my (silly!) questions about the ingredients. A little gem overall and one of a kind for a coeliac
Be the first to ReplyWorth every Penny !
An evening at The Muse guaranties not only first class food, but first class entertainment as well. The cooks, under the friendly supervision and active participation of Tim do their painstakingly correct and decorative job like a well oiled machine. Watching them putting the puzzles on jour plates together is like watching a ballett, or a performance of the famous Pina Bausch Dance Theater. So you get a feast for your palate as well as for your eyes. I loved the service not only done by the excellent and well trained service team, but several of the dishes were served and explained by the individual cooks, and by Tim himself. The wines also were excellent, and the pairings a wonderfull match. Will most certainly try to come again in due time. Many thanks to the lady who arranged it ....
Be the first to ReplyWow! Fantastic experience!
We were absolutely thrilled! Innovative and exciting food with new and fun - and occasionally surprising - taste experiences, wonderful wine pairings as well. Staff is experienced, calm, fun and very knowledgeable, the service impeccable and warm. Being able to watch the inner workings of a starred kitchen is very exciting and like a perfect dance, Chef Aiken is an inspiration to observe. Cannot praise this high enough, it was a pleasure.
Be the first to ReplyIt’s good enough
Visited with friends and enjoyed very good food. The menu is very unique with lovely flavours. Wine pairing excellent and the little goodie bag at the end was a nice touch. One thing that the staff should do is ask the table if they want the cheese supplement at the beginning so that they can time the courses, we all wanted cheese and were disappointed and were just advised that the licence runs out at 11pm (how are we to know that) whereas the other table had cheese because they started slightly earlier. The service was good overall but not consistent with some of the staff it could be some are newer than others but also having an opinion on our conversation is not the done thing in my book and not something we have ever had in any other Michelin star restaurant. That said it was a good experience overall and worth a visit but some finessing required.
Be the first to ReplyWonderful Dining Experience
Leaving Horse and Groom pub I accidentally discovered Muse, walked in and was able to make a next day lunch reservation, what a stroke of good fortune. Wonderful service and incredible food with chef Thomas Aiken on hand personally plating every course. Call ahead well in advance, there’s seating for only 20 diners in the restaurant. The menu is set, I’d skip the optional wine pairings and order a bottle from the reasonably priced wine offerings.
Be the first to ReplyLush experience
A lovely, cosy spot in a very atmospheric neighbourhood. Truly excellent staff, including the kitchen brigade serving the actual dishes. Great cuisine, with a nice creative touch (in terms of 'special effects' and storytelling sometimes reminding us of the Fat Duck). It's all rather intimate, to the extent that seats are quite close to each other: don't expect silent, serene surroundings - it's a noisy, lively setting.
Be the first to ReplyWe expected better
The restaurant is cute and had a nice atmosphere, unfortunately the food didn’t live up to its reputation in our opinion. Few good outstanding dishes, standout steak tartare snack, excellent quality lamb was enjoyable as was the brill and the tomato dish. Lots of inconsistencies on other dishes, lobster portion was very tiny and we found the chocolate dessert very dense with a lot of rubbery orange flavour gelatine in between the layers. We looked forward to trying the langoustine but they offered a slightly overcooked scallop dish instead. Overall we did enjoy the evening and would recommend it unfortunately we just found it a little overpriced for what they offered.
Be the first to ReplyExpect the unexpected!
Architecturally this place is a maze of joy, is incredible how they made the most of every single space in the building. Then you have the food another roller coaster of flavors, textures and presentation, they have it all. Finally the staff, we chat with the Pastry/pantry chef de partie and Ex. Pastry Chef the entire lunch, not to mention the front of the house super attentive and knowledgeable. We will come back!
Be the first to ReplyDinner and service awesome
This was one of our better dinners on our London, France and Italy travels. The food was great and each dish came with a story/history as is becoming popular with the higher end restaurants. The service was excellent and the wine list extensive. I am not much of a bread person but even the bread was so good. First time I ever seen a customer ask the staff if they could purchase a loaf of the bread they serve (which they accommodated). Desert was also wonderful. Awesome meal from start to finish. Great restaurant by Tom Aikens.
Be the first to ReplyExcellent lunch
Great food and excellent service. Lovely flavours, well presented and very nicely balanced with all fresh and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.
Be the first to ReplyAmazing meal
Fantastic meal, every dish had a story and was pure delight.
Great for a special occasion. Staff were lovely and restaurant was based in a lovely little cobbled back street.
Excellent food and service - can't wait to go back!
An excellent experience from start to finish. We had the 5 course menu. Food was fantastic, service was great, explanations from various members of staff all came with a smile and good knowledge, adjustments for my capsicin intolerance seamless and delicious. There wasn't a single course that I didn't enjoy - favourites were the snacks at the start, the excellent lamb, and the petits fours at the end. Watching the team, Tom Aitken included, putting together the dishes was a treat - the care over every plate! If they just had bag hooks under the counter and less charring on the edge of the sourdough it would have been perfect.
I would come back again in a heartbeat.
On top form
We went to Muse pre-opening and it had the makings of something great, but wasn't quite there yet. When we returned in Jan 2022 it had really found its form. In particular the menu had been refined and perfected to showcase Tom's incredible talent and deep experience and love of cooking. It displayed the perfect balance of different textures and flavours as the menu unfolded. Only slightly off note was some of the wine pairings - because the food is so fresh and interesting it doesn't lend itself well to the big go-to reds and at times it felt like the sommelier was struggling to find yet another "interesting" white. But all in all fabulous and we'll definitely go back.
Be the first to ReplyMuse London
From entering the premises, we were taken on a culinary journey like we've never experienced. The service was immaculate, the food was exquisite, which made for a very special anniversary. Thank you all for making our first experience at Muse a special one. Look forward to returning. Kind regards Marcus & Jules
Be the first to ReplyBirthday Celebration
I visited with my son and husband, it was a most enjoyable experience.All of the staff were very friendly but professional.The food was phenomenal , we all agreed that the scallop course was our favourite,but really really difficult to pick just one.
Be the first to ReplyOverpriced, pretentious, uncomfortable.
This is the place that relies on you believing that the more expensive restaurant is the better it has to be. The food is forgettable, some of the wines downright dull, obscenely overpriced, tables crammed together so that waiters can barely serve you without knocking the other customers, and altogether overrated, dollars dishwater and obscenely expensive. I can't remember any of the dishes, and wouldn't dream of going back, even at 1/10 of the price.
Be the first to ReplyMy Favourite Day! My favourite restaurant!
There is jut so much to say about how truly superb this restaurant is. Firstly the food, it's just wow, made even more wow by Tom cooking in front of our eyes and serving also, and what a true superstar he is! All the staff, wow again, funny, engaging we just didn't want to leave. We went for our anniversary and our friends birthday and after missing out on a visit back in October due to staffing issues we were excited to finally make it and it didn't let us down. Thank you Tom and all for making our day so special and memorable. And we'll be back once I've made your roast chicken!
Be the first to ReplyWonderful experience
Wonderful inventive food. Intimate atmosphere. Lovely friendly staff with Tom A working supervising and serving. Top notch meal.
Be the first to ReplyEnjoyable birthday visit
Excellent tasting menu - the highlights for me were the beetroot course, the truffle cheese additional course and the tartare.
The venue is extremely small and tables are tight - this was of no issue to us, however if this would cause you any issues it's worth noting.
Service was friendly and informative. As is the norm with this standard of restaurant the staff were aware of a birthday celebration and supplied an additional complimentary course - excellent work.
Certainly deserving of their michelin star.