24 The Oval Reviews Summary

Category: Restaurant London

Address: 24 Clapham Rd, London, SW9 0JG, United Kingdom

Phone: +442077356111

Rating: 4.7
based on 122 reviews.

Food Quality

Pros:

  • "We absolutely loved it. An amazing host has welcomed us into this lovely restaurant in the heart of Ova where everything was delicious with choices for everyone!"
  • "The highlights were the lamb, particularly the hotpot, the beef croquettes and the crab fettuccine."
  • "The food is so incredible and amazing quality, from the homemade bread to the roast lamb."
  • "Hands down the BEST roast I've had out. Incredible quality, extra everything and the staff and service was top notch."
  • "Everything is so delicious and very generous portions. The beef is really good and the potatoes are spectacular."
  • "All the ingredients are fresh. Since the food is not covered up with lots of sauces, I can taste the original flavor of each ingredient."
  • "The food was amazing! We could not believe how wonderful the rib eye, mushroom Wellington, croquettes and octopus salad were."
  • "Super delicious food served in a lighthearted place - and quick at that too."
  • "Incredible food and ambiance, the two managers we interacted with had a great sense of humour, were laid back and really brought the whole experience home."

Cons:

  • "However, some of the dishes we didn’t like that much such as linguine - average or even lower."
  • "With the beetroot & lobster dish - we felt that 4 small pieces of lobster is not enough… however the taste was good and the great combination of products."
  • "Beef was sinewy and chewy (but cooked to right temperature), vegetables seemed to be batch cooked and left under heat grill (potatoes were so tough I could barely cut them)."
  • "Far too much salt across most dishes especially the meat croquettes."

Service

Pros:

  • "Great service and very cool restaurant."
  • "Excellent atmosphere, staff very attentive, steak cooked to perfection."
  • "Friendly service, relaxed vibe and quaint set up."
  • "Great service with friendly staff. This bistro is also dog friendly."
  • "Amazing service and busy atmosphere with a beautiful garden space."
  • "The staff are super friendly and attentive."
  • "But the kind and friendly service is equally as special and welcoming."
  • "The staff and service was top notch."
  • "Staff are attentive, cocktail and wine list are great."
  • "The staff we wonderful and I can't forget to mention the amazing cocktails."
  • "Service was very friendly."

Cons:

  • "Three of the guests at our table ordered non alcoholic drinks on the menu but were told they did not have it so that was a bit of a disappointment."
  • "Our desserts took a long time to get to us (around 45 mins)."
  • "Service was fine though we had three or four different people attend to us over the course of the meal so it could have been more consistent."

Atmosphere & Decor

Pros:

  • "Love that the kitchen is basically in the main dining room."
  • "The best roast in SW London!!! Friendly service, relaxed vibe and quaint set up."
  • "Cosy yet open space where the food is prepared in front of you."
  • "The atmosphere was beautiful."
  • "Great location, delicious food, wonderful service with a smile and pretty decor."
  • "Decor is excellent with downstairs basement that can be hired out for functions."
  • "Came here for the brunch and stayed for the freshly made beers! An up and coming brewery this place has it all, cute decor, delicious food, incredible service."
  • "Fantastic simple decor, the loveliest staff and what looks to be a great menu."
  • "Delicious food in a rustic yet atmospheric setting."

Cons:

  • "Appearances outside lacked the visual impression of a serious cuisine."

Value

Pros:

  • "Although slightly on the pricey side, the portions more than make up for it."
  • "Local restaurant in Oval serving amazing food at a great price."
  • "Everything seems to be excellent and reasonably priced."

Cons:

  • "Comparing to other restaurants the Rib Eye is insanely expensive. £36 for 200g no sides or sauce."

Miscellaneous

Pros:

  • "This bistro is also dog friendly."
  • "The owner was amazing too and showed us around his micro brewery downstairs, definitely coming back here for affordable and delicious craft brews."
  • "Best veggie roast I’ve ever had. Highly recommend."

Cons:

  • "One guest asked if the juice was freshly squeezed and the waiter confirmed it was not."
  • "Unfortunately, my main of confit salsify was really unpleasant; overwhelmingly bitter."

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