Smith's Bar & Grill

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   Diane

   London

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined today

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Very loud music with a competing saxophonist on top made it very difficult to have a conversation. Nice location and atmosphere and friendly service, however vegetarian options limited and very expensive for the portions we received.
   

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   Judith

   Worcestershire

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent position for station. Excellent fish and chips! Music too loud.
   

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   shannaia

   London

   15 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Another fantastic night thanks to Emilio and Fabrizio. Food was tremendous as usual and so was the setting cant fault the place. Will be back again. Steaks are juicy and well cooked to perfection, the aubergine parmigiana is to die for. The location is just perfect for a romantic walk by the canal in Paddington place.
   

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   martin

   London

   14 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   5th time at this absolutely amazing restaurant. Food is the best ever, beautifully presented, fresh , warm and the most amazing flavours ever. The calamari and risotto seafood are the best i ever had. Alfredo and his team are just amazing absolutely amazing. What more can I say! Look forward to going back in London soon . Thank you 🙏
   

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   Margaret

   London

   15 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Visiting family in London and had heard a lot of good things about this place near Little Venice, we were warmly welcomed and from then on I knew it was going to be a good evening. We were not hurried and had plenty advise from the waiter on what was in the dishes. I chose oysters & chicken ! Delicious, wine was great and the atmosphere was pub like, but also serious enough to feel like a good quality restaurant! Not cheap, but worth the money, great to meet Alfredo the manager who seemed to be effortlessly gliding around a busy restaurant. Would love to go back and do it all again!
   

   Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Margaret, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your visit with us during your family trip to London lived up to your expectations. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed a warm welcome and found our team helpful in guiding you through the menu. Oysters and chicken make a delicious combination, and we’re delighted you appreciated both the food and wine selection. Alfredo will be so pleased to hear your kind words about his efforts; he truly strives to make every guest’s experience special. Thank you for recommending us! We’d be delighted to welcome you back for another memorable evening. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again soon! Many thanks EM
   

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   Craig

   London

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Imagine a great location by the beautiful canal of London Paddington Basin with a great restaurant. Don't miss. The Sunday roast is to die for. Superb food. Wonderful wait staff. Dynamite environment. You will not find a better restaurant in all of Britain. And one of the best casual restaurants in Central London, 10 min walk from Kensington gardens. Highly recommend!!!!
   

   Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 3 days ago

   Dear Craig, Thank you for such an amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our location by the beautiful Paddington Basin and had such a fantastic experience with our Sunday roast. Your kind words about the food, wait staff, and atmosphere truly warm our hearts! We’re honoured to be considered one of the best in Central London (and even Britain!), and we love knowing that our proximity to Kensington Gardens makes us a convenient spot for your outings. Thank you for the high recommendation, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable visit! 🌟🍽️ Many thanks EM
   

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   will

   London

   13 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We booked in here for a quick bite and the food looked so good coming out we went back the following day for dinner. It's a nice cool looking restaurant in Paddington super close to one the statue of Paddington bear located by the canal. You couldn't fit in any more 'English' looking items if you tried. The staff were fine and not in your faces like some places in Central London. Food and drink were good value for money, we would have gone back if it was slightly closer to our hotel.
   

   Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago

   Dear Will, Thank you for sharing such a lovely review! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your visits with us and that our food tempted you back for dinner the next day—what a compliment! Being so close to the iconic Paddington Bear statue, we love celebrating our location with a touch of English charm, so it’s wonderful that you noticed and appreciated that. We're glad you found the atmosphere welcoming and our staff attentive but not overbearing. It’s also great to hear that you found our food and drink to be good value—always something we strive for. Hopefully, next time you’re in London, we’ll be closer to your hotel so you can join us again. We’d love to have you back! Many thanks EM
   

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   Matthew

   London

   14 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our somewhat large group of breast cancer survivors just met here for brunch, first time. The food was excellent with a range of selections from fresh salads to calamari. The eggs Benedict was fluffy and delicious and the parmigiana exceptional. The atmosphere was superb with a lovely DJ playing some real good vibes. The waitstaff were very accommodating. They left us alone to talk amongst ourselves but were also attentive and swift with our orders. I hope it's not appropriate of me to say -- they were all very attractive too! Great restaurant in Paddington, especially if you like to take a walk by the canal after brunch.
   

   Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 3 days ago

   Dear Matthew, Thank you so much for this heartfelt review! We're honored that your group chose us for such a meaningful gathering, and we’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. It’s wonderful that our menu had something for everyone and that you appreciated the good vibes from our DJ. Our team works hard to strike the right balance of attentiveness while giving guests the space they need to enjoy their time together, so it’s great to know you felt that. And we’ll take the compliment about our team with a big smile! 😊 We hope to welcome you and your group back soon, whether it’s for another delicious meal or a stroll by the canal after brunch. Wishing you all the very best! 💕 Many thanks EM
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Oklahoma City

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Sunday roast was too tough to cut with a sharp knife.
   

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    Ms E

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5

    Great venue and value for money, food was delicious. Service from the waiter was not great, therefore we removed the service charge. Everything else, perfection, including music from the saxophonist! Definitely, would recommend to all of my friends.
    

    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago

    Dear Ms E, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the venue, found the food delicious, and loved the music from our saxophonist—it’s always wonderful when guests appreciate the atmosphere we aim to create. We’re sorry to hear that the service didn’t meet your expectations on this occasion. Your comments are invaluable, and we’ll use them to ensure we’re consistently delivering the high standards of service we pride ourselves on. It’s fantastic to know you’d recommend us to your friends, and we’d love the chance to welcome you back for an even better experience next time! Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts. Many thanks EM
    

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