Ikoyi Restaurant Reviews Summary

Ambiance

Pros:

• "The ambiance was enchanting, with a perfect blend of contemporary elegance and a touch of African flair."
• "Really cool, chic fine-dining restaurant with a very interesting tasting menu."
• "Beautifully designed and comfortable space with tables enjoying views of the prep area."
• "The place is austere... but the atmosphere is warm and welcoming."
• "The brand-new location is amazingly designed with the bronze walls and the furniture tone."

Cons:

• "I know, it's mandatory, but I’d use a different solution to keep shapes clean."
• "The dining room is rather small and feels a bit stale, which I found surprising."

Menu and Cuisine

Pros:

• "The menu was a culinary masterpiece, offering a unique fusion of West African and European flavors."
• "Every dish was well thought off in every small detail, and all dishes were delicious!!"
• "A really amazing tasting menu and wonderful service - fusion fine dining - West African, Japanese, and modern European."
• "I would say this is probably one of those super innovative restaurants in Europe."
• "The food, the drinks, the wine, the service, as well as the overall atmosphere - simply amazing."

Cons:

• "My biggest letdown and I’m still thinking about till today is, the signature plantain dish was taken off the menu."
• "The only thing Michelin worthy about this restaurant is the price."
• "The rice side was spicy and overpowered the main dish."
• "I don’t understand the fine dining world's obsession with squab, and Ikoyi did nothing to enlighten me on the subject with its take on the bird."
• "Food was not good. I don’t remember liking any dish. Flavor combination was weird."

Service

Pros:

• "The service was impeccable, with a knowledgeable and attentive staff that enhanced the overall experience."
• "Service was impeccable - they had the right balance of professional & friendly."
• "The service was also excellent. I do think the price is a bit high considering some of the dishes are just cabbage and plantain."
• "The cocktails were ok not earth shattering but the service, I had to say, was spot on. Friendly yet professional."
• "I applaud Ikoyi for its concept and execution. With its Nigerian-inspired cocktails and food, I hope it brings increased interest and appreciation for West African cuisine to a larger audience."

Cons:

• "If they want to seat it, it could be a table for walk-in customers or for large parties that want privacy, but to have guests that made reservations sit there is unheard of."
• "The food was very good - lots of great sauces and unique flavors with some real showstopper dishes. Again, we felt like there was a little lack of attention to detail."
• "As I started eating probably my second course, the general manager approached me and asked me about the details of my reservation."
• "The service is excellent with detailed explanations per course and wine pairing. Although I left thinking that the tasting menu at £150 per person is overpriced."
• "You can expect some less familiar tastes. Which is fantastic. Very good food in a comfortable atmosphere for a decent price. But I felt some dishes can have very slightly better combinations of flavor."