Colbert Reviews Summary

Food Quality

Pros:

• "Interesting and tempting menu with escargot, steak tartare, excellent Veal Escalop and super moules."
• "This is a brilliant place for breakfast. Really superb food and super helpful and friendly staff."
• "The Côte de boeuf was very nice however the portion size seem smaller than expected quite thin."
• "Fantastic food at reasonable prices."
• "From their perfectly executed Croque Monsieur to the irresistible Club Sandwich, this restaurant has proven time and time again that they know how to cook."
• "For starter I had a fine onion soup topped with a delicious gruyère crouton."
• "I went for the seabass. Exquisite!"

Cons:

• "Duck confit was ok, duck seemed a little on the dry side."
• "Could not find the avocado."
• "Lunch review: salad was very mediocre, does not match the price."
• "We had a chicken salad with avocado and bacon when bacon was not homemade it had no taste, bacon bits from a bottle."
• "The food is just overpriced and below average."
• "Below average quality food at ludicrous prices given the location."
• "The food was awful. The grilled octopus was horrible."

Service

Pros:

• "It had a good atmosphere inside, staff was very friendly and the service was great too."
• "The staff were so accommodating and polite."
• "The queue at the door was managed well."
• "It’s also very friendly - I’ve gotten to know many of their staff members, and they’re a joy to be around."
• "The staff is lovely and always helpful."
• "Friendly for children too with colouring supplied."
• "Outstanding service and very courteous staff the kind you rarely see at any European restaurant these days."

Cons:

• "While service was not unpleasant, the experience was further marred by an at-times chaotic and disorderly situation."
• "Staff were otherwise rude, unfriendly, rushed off their feet and not interested."
• "The senior waiter rushed and slammed our coffees down and the less senior guys were rushed off their feet."
• "However, the price on the menu is not as it seems they add on 20% vat 15% service charge and a cover charge of £5."
• "Really offended by the treatment we received."
• "Colbert is full of arrogant and rude female greeters and staff."
• "They lost our booking, and were frankly very rude to my mum."

Ambiance

Pros:

• "Beautiful space, good atmosphere."
• "Clear links to the theatre next door gives it its own distinct character."
• "Immaculate presentation in a cosy and friendly atmosphere."
• "When outside, one of the most attractive atmosphere in London. You can enjoy a nice drink and simply observing people in a very noble area."
• "Nice ambiance. Great service."
• "The ambiance is a perfect blend of sophistication and comfort."
• "The atmosphere is amazing, almost like being in Paris."