Rick Stein, Barnes

"Located with views to the river Thames, it’s a great place for dining somewhere a little bit special. I’ll get the negative point out of the way, it can get quite expensive depending on the choice of food (relatively small portions) but the quality & taste cannot be faulted. Otherwise, the experience was excellent, great service and attentive staff. There are a few window tables which we were lucky to be seated at but can’t be pre-arranged. Lunch menu was quite extensive and there was a special menu during the valentine period. As expected, predominantly seafood based dishes but there were also a couple of steak choices. Overall, recommended for a special occasion and a good dining experience."

"Like other Rick Stein restaurants, this one is situated by water, in this case a quiet bend in the Thames, a few minutes walk from Barnes Bridge station (beware precipitous stairs to exit). It is part of a group of interesting buildings which have been converted. This does mean that the opportunity for river views are limited to a relatively small number of the tables. We ordered champagne cocktails which took a while to arrive and, served at room temperature, were perhaps not as nice as they should have been. Indeed temperature proved to be an enduring feature of the meal. My soup was just acceptable but a few degrees more would have been nicer. Unusually it was not served with, nor was I offered, any bread. However, my wife's Puy Bhaji was supplied with a rye bread which bore the marks of having been previously frozen but not yet reaching room temperature, let alone being warmed. Our main courses were cod fishcake and salmon. The salmon was enjoyed but my fishcake seemed more potato than cod. Again, the food was served on cool plates. Service was generally friendly but at a restaurant of this type and, with only two at the table, I would have expected the staff to offer the right dish to the right person without question. The sweets and coffee were fine if not particularly memorable. Overall, a bit of a disappointment."

"Came here for my mum's birthday, the food was excellent to be fair if not a little pricey. You are paying for the name. We ordered the tuna tartare and some oysters to start. Then the fish and chips and Hake dish for a main. I would recommend both mains but the tuna tartar was nothing special. The service is great! Went out if their way to make the our experience special."

"By far my favorite fish and chips in London. All the dishes I've tried here have been exceptional. Great flavors, amazing presentation. The restaurant also has a nice vibe, with great views of the Thames. The staff is always nice and friendly."

"My partner and I just had a wonderful meal. Attentive and aware service. We were moved to a riverside table as soon as one was made available. The food was outstanding. We recommend the lemon sole goujons, tuna guacamole, scallops, Indonesian curry and Dover sole. The desserts were divine. Good luck and god bless!"