Bar Crispin

Name: Bar Crispin
Address: 19 Kingly St, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, W1B 5PY
Telephone: 020 8050 0373
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

4.4

211 Reviews

£26 to £40

Modern European

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for fine wines
Charming
Hot spot

Bar Crispin is an all-day restaurant & wine bar on Kingly Street, Soho, designed by Jermain Gallagher. Offering low intervention wines & seasonal sharing plates, it is a place for any occasion.

Our chefs are lead by Fabien Spagnolo (ex Frenchie, Pollen St Social, The Corner Room & Casa Fofo), with a wealth of experience he respects each ingredient, allowing us to celebrate great local producers & creating memorable experiences. The menu is broadly European inspired, focussing on locally & sustainably sourced ingredients from independent growers, small-scale farms & producers (think crispy polenta, croquettes, organic British vegetables, sustainable seafood, classic cuts).

For reservations of 7+ people email bar@crispinlondon.com, we are available for exclusive use or Greenroom part hire. The Greenroom is a private room designed by Jermaine Gallacher with hand-painted lights, emerald green walls reminiscent of old Soho & a beautiful

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Modern European, Wine Bar, Contemporary European
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sat 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
020 8050 0373
Website
http://www.barcrispin.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Fabien Spagnolo
Catering
Serving low intervention wines, cocktails, canapés, sharing plates & feasting menus, we can offer something for any occasion. Crispin Group Catering also offers external full & part catering services for Seated Dining, Working Lunches, Corporate Dinners & Canape Receptions. Email bar@crispinlondon.com to enquire.
Private party facilities
Less than 5 minutes’ walk from Oxford Circus station, & a stone's throw from Mayfair, Bar Crispin is a unique Soho venue available all week early till late for exclusive use or part hire. We can host 12 seated in our private dining room, or up to 50 standing & 30 seated across the whole venue, including a heated terrace & a brilliant sound system.

Location
19 Kingly St, London, Greater London W1B 5PY
Area
Soho
Cross Street
Kingly Street x Ganton Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
Oxford Circus Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

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Experiences

Drinks & Snacks
Multiple dates available
Enjoy drinks and snacks in our Kingly Street terrace or counter bar
Set Menu
GBP 29.00 - GBP 39.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Experience the flavours of Bar Crispin, from classic comfort food to modern twists showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients. *Please note the set menu is subject to change based on seasonality and availability*

Blurred Vines: SHARP
London, UK 2021
- 125mlGBP 6.50
- 750mlGBP 35.00
Blurred Vines: SPARK (caffeinated raspberry aperitif)
London, UK 2021
- 125mlGBP 6.50
- 750mlGBP 35.00
Nibiru, Traubensaft grape juice & sodaGBP 6.50
Kamptal, AT 2022 | 125ml
Botivo & soda (non alcohol botanical aperitif)GBP 8.00
Hertfordshire, UK 2022 | 125ml

HOUSE WINE ~ REFILLING IN ACTION

Our tap refill initiative saves up to 10,000 glass bottles a year, reducing our environmental impact and carbon footprint. We work with Uncharted Wines, who carefully source wines from small-scale and independent producers.

Cooperative Campani, Falanghina (white)
Campania, IT 2022
- 125mlGBP 7.50
- 750mlGBP 37.00
Tenuta Aurea, Refosco (red)
Friuli, IT 2022
- 125mlGBP 7.50
- 750mlGBP 37.00

SPARKLING

Pago de Tharys, Cava Brut NaturGBP 40.00
Valencia, ES NV
Cascina Zerbetta, Shan PanGBP 52.00
Piedmont, IT NV
Entres Vinyes, Oniric Pet NatGBP 55.00
Catalunya, ES 2023
Col Tamarie, Prosecco Col FondoGBP 54.00
Veneto, IT 2020
Quarticello, Ferrando Lambrusco (Red)GBP 65.00
Emilia Romagna, IT 2020
L’Archetipo, Susumante (Red)GBP 68.00
Puglia, IT 2022
Folias de Baco, Renegado Pet Nat (Red)GBP 70.00
Douro, PT 2022
Ca dei Zago, Prosecco Col FondoGBP 70.00
Veneto, IT 2017
Schödl Family, Pet NaturelGBP 78.00
Weinviertal, AT 2021
Staffelter Hof, Panda Party Pet NatGBP 80.00
Mosel, DE 2021
Clos Sauvage, Naif Pet NatGBP 82.00
Burgundy, FR 2022
Jean Pierre Robinot, Les Années Folles (Rosé)GBP 92.00
Loire, FR 2020
Domaine Pignier,Cremant du Jura Brut NatureGBP 95.00
Jura, FR NV
Domaine Gringet Brut Perles Mont BlancGBP 96.00
Savoie, FR 2019
Adrien Renoir, Le TerroirGBP 130.00
Champagne, FR NV
Fernando Angulo, Campeonisimo AncestralGBP 135.00
Andalucia, ES 2015
Mouzon-Leroux, L’AtapiqueGBP 148.00
Champagne, FR NV

WHITE

Tule, Terre Siciliane CatarrattoGBP 37.00
Sicily, IT 2023
Les Deux Moulin, Sauvignon BlancGBP 39.00
Loire, FR 2022
Samurai, Free Run ChardonnayGBP 40.00
South Australia, AU 2023
La Perrilla, El Pinto PalominoGBP 42.00
Jerez, ES 2022
Moulin de Gassac, Classic BlancGBP 42.00
Roussillon, FR 2022
Valli Unite, Ottavio RubeGBP 45.00
Piedmont, IT 2023
Angiolino Maule, MasieriGBP 49.00
Veneto,IT 2021
Meinklang, Gruner VeltlinerGBP 50.00
Kamptal,AT 2021
Testalonga, Mielie Green CheninGBP 50.00
Swartland, SA 2022
Staffeltor Hof, Magnus RieslingGBP 55.00
Mosel, DE 2022
Aphros, Vino Verde Branco LoueiroGBP 57.00
Vinho Verde, PT 2022
Domaine J P Brun, Beaujolais BlancGBP 60.00
Beaujolais, FR 2021
Slobodne, Majer WhiteGBP 64.00
Travna, SK 2021
Malinga x Bar Crispin, Granit Gruner Vol IGBP 65.00
Kamptal, AT NV
La Distesa, Terre SilvateGBP 65.00
Marche, IT 2022
Craven, ChardonnGBP 65.00
Stellenbosch, SA 2021
Domaine de L’Ecu, Classic MuscadetGBP 66.00
Loire, FR 2020
Ancre Hill Wine Estates, ChardonnayGBP 68.00
Wales, UK 2020
Alessandro Viola, Note di BiancoGBP 68.00
Sicily, IT 2022
Domaine d’Ici Là, Lithos ChardonnayGBP 70.00
Savoie, FR 2022
L’Equinox, Keep It LooseGBP 70.00
Swartland, SA 2022
Jean Baptiste Souillard, RoussaneGBP 72.00
Rhone, FR 2021
Camille & Mathieu Apfel, PandaemoniumGBP 74.00
Savoie, FR 2022
Sylvain Pataille, Bourgogne AligoteGBP 75.00
Burgundy, FR 2022
Possa, Cinque TerreGBP 76.00
Liguria, IT 2023
L’Equinox, To Maike And The RestGBP 77.00
Swartland, SA 2021
Jardin de Theseïïs, Jardin du PoraGBP 78.00
Loire, FR 2020
Agualevada, Ribeiro Ollos de RoqueGBP 78.00
Ribeira Sacra, ES 2019
Damien Bastien, Ça Boit Libre, Mon Blancs des AlpesGBP 80.00
Savoie, FR 2020
Albert Vevey, Blanc de MorgexGBP 80.00
Trentino, IT 2018
Thorstens, Melsheimer Vade RetroGBP 82.00
Mosel, DE 2019
Sarrin Barraux, Ilagouté Mise PrimeurGBP 82.00
Burgundy, FR 2022
Silice Viticultores, Silice BlancoGBP 85.00
Catalunya, ES 2021
Alfredo Egia, IzakiGBP 86.00
Tenerife, ES 2020
Laurent Tribut, ChablisGBP 88.00
Burgundy, FR 2019
Cantina Giardino, GaiaGBP 90.00
Campania, IT 2021
Quinta da Muradella, Treixadura Bajo VeloGBP 90.00
Monterrei, ES 2016
Domaine Saumaize-Michelin, Pouilly-Fuisse PentacrineGBP 92.00
Burgundy, FR 2020
Domaine AMI, Bourgogne La Tête NuagesGBP 94.00
Burgundy, FR 2019
Les Grangeons d’Albaraine, Altiesse en ParadisGBP 99.00
Savoie, FR 2020
De Conciliis, Fiano L’InvittaGBP 100.00
Sicily, IT 2016
Matassa, Cuvée AlexandriaGBP 107.00
Roussillon, FR 2022
Domaine Gringet, Eponyme Mise TardiveGBP 112.00
Savoie FR 2020
Domaine de Chevillard, Roussette de SavoieGBP 113.00
Savoie, FR 2018
Matassa, BlancGBP 123.00
Roussillon, FR 2022
Jean Pierre Robinot, L’IrisGBP 126.00
Loire, FR 2021
Antoine Petitprez, Maison Uliz ‘Turbulence’GBP 135.00
Savoie, FR 2017
Jakob Tennstedt, MauerfuchsGBP 140.00
Mosel, DE 2019
Domaine Vincent Dauvissat, Petit ChablisGBP 148.00
Burgundy, FR 2020
Andreas Tscheppe. SchwalbenschwanzGBP 150.00
Sudstiermark, AT 2020
Domaine Gringet, Monsieur GringetGBP 153.00
Savoie, FR 2020
Domaine Labet, Chardonnay La BardetteGBP 155.00
Jura, FR 2019
Renaud Boyer, Saint Romain BlancGBP 158.00
Burgundy, FR 2020
Anne et Jean-Francois Ganevat, Montferrand SavigninGBP 178.00
Jura, FR 2019
Anne et Jean-Francois Ganevat, Savignin Sous VoilleGBP 240.00
Jura, FR 2017
Anne et Jean-Francois Ganevat, ‘Cuvee Oregane’GBP 322.00
Jura, FR 2018

ORANGE

Succés Vinícola, Experiencia ParelladaGBP 45.00
Catalunya, ES 2021
John Okru, Zvari RkatsiteliGBP 49.00
Kakheti, GE 2022
Entres Vinyes, BrisatGBP 52.00
Catalunya, ES 2022
Same River Twice, VDF OrangeGBP 57.00
Rhone, FR 2022
Valdibella, NinfaGBP 58.00
Sicily, IT 2022
Folias de Baco, CurtidoGBP 59.00
Douro, PT 2022
Meinklang, Weißer Mulatschak SkinGBP 60.00
Kamptal, AT 2022
Testalonga, Baby Bandito, Stay BraveGBP 60.00
Swartland, SA 2023
Mersel Wines, Phoenix MerwahGBP 62.00
Bekka Valley, LB 2022
Achille, Pepin VDF OrangeGBP 64.00
Alsace, FR 2022
Anima Mundi, Little DreamerGBP 65.00
Tuscany, IT 2022
L’Archetipo VerdecaGBP 65.00
Puglia, IT 2021
Schödl Family, SafariGBP 66.00
Weinviertal, AT 2022
Aphros, Phaunus LoureiroGBP 66.00
Vinho Verde, PT 2023
Rennersistas, IntergalaticGBP 67.00
Burgenland, AT 2023
Azul y Garanza, Naturaleza SalvajeGBP 70.00
Navarra, ES 2022
Orsi San Vito, Posca BiancaGBP 70.00
Emilia Romagna, IT NV
Hermit Ram, Salty WhiteGBP 72.00
Canterbury, NZ 2022
Staffeltor Hof, SandersstruckGBP 75.00
Mosel, DE 2020
Cataldo Calabretta, AnsonicaGBP 75.00
Calabria, IT 2022
Les Funambles, GewurztraminerGBP 77.00
Alsace, FR 2022
Olivier Cohen, DeferlanteGBP 76.00
Roussillon, FR 2023
Romuald Valot, AnonymeGBP 78.00
Beaujolais, FR 2022
Matassa, El Carner RougeGBP 80.00
Roussillon, FR 2022
Caravaglio, Occhio di Terra MalvasiaGBP 80.00
Sicily, IT 2022
Westwell, Ortega Skin ContactGBP 82.00
Kent, UK 2022
Enderle & Moll, GrauburgunderGBP 82.00
Baden, DE 2018
Soil Therapy, Sur PeauxGBP 85.00
Alsace, FR 2022
Schödl Family, Free Your MindGBP 90.00
Weinviertal, AT 2022
Casa de Mouraz, BolinhaGBP 90.00
Besteiros, PT 2021
Schödl Family, Bloody MuscatGBP 90.00
Weinviertal, AT 2022
Tenuta di Valgiano, Toscana Bianca PalistortiGBP 90.00
Tuscany, IT 2020
Domaine de l’Octavin, Hip Hip JGBP 112.00
Jura, FR 2020
Milan Nesterec, UmamiGBP 120.00
Moravia, CZ 2019
Domaine Labet,Fleur de SavigninGBP 155.00
Jura, FR 2019

ROSÉ

Moulin de Gassac, Reserve de Gassac RoseGBP 40.00
Roussillon, FR 2023
Cosimo Masini, MatildeGBP 48.00
Tuscany, IT 2021
Domaine Entras, Entras RoseGBP 49.00
Côtes de Gascogne,FR 2022
Cauzon Rosado, CauzonGBP 52.00
Grenada, ES 2020
Valdibella, DhyannaGBP 53.00
Sicily, IT 2021
Herve Villemade, VDF Pivoine RoseGBP 60.00
Loire, FR 2021
Lamoresca, Lamoresca RosatoGBP 65.00
Sicily, IT 2022
Slobodne, Rebela RosaGBP 68.00
Travna, SK 2022
Alessandro Viola, RoséGBP 70.00
Sicily, IT 2022
Moulin de la Viguerie, Tavel La Combes des RieuGBP 72.00
Roussillon, FR 2020
Malinga, RoseGBP 75.00
Kamptal, AT 2023
Frank Cornellissen, Susucaru RosatoGBP 80.00
Sicily, IT 2021
Claus Preisinger, DopGBP 95.00
Baden, DE 2018
Christian Tschida, Himmel Auf Erden RoseGBP 100.00
Burgenland, AT 2022

RED

Ciello Rosso, Cantine RalloGBP 37.00
Sicily, IT 2022
Kamptal Kollektiv RedGBP 45.00
Kamptal,AT 2021
Ferdinando Principiano, Dosset Vino RossoGBP 46.00
Piedmont, IT 2023
Valli Unite, Alessandrino RossoGBP 50.00
Piedmont, IT 2021
Fattoria di Sammontana, Sangiovese IGTGBP 50.00
Tuscany, IT 2020
N.Roux & O. Techer, Le Bordeaux du Paysan RougeGBP 54.00
Bordeaux, FR 2021
Succés Vinícola, La TrompaGBP 54.00
Catalunya, ES 2021
Folias de Baco, RenegadoGBP 56.00
Douro, PT 2022
Lectores Vini, PomagranaGBP 57.00
Catalunya, ES 2022
Domaine Chapel, Beaujolais VillagesGBP 60.00
Beaujolais, FR 2022
Mersel Wines, Red Velvet CinsaulGBP 62.00
Bekka Valley, LB 2022
Les Grandes Vignes, Le P’tit VaillantGBP 64.00
Loire, FR 2021
Claus Preisinger, Puszta LibreGBP 65.00
Burgenland, AT 2021
Clos Signadore, Inizia RougeGBP 65.00
Corsica, FR 2020
Malinga x Bar Crispin, 5545 Vol IGBP 65.00
Kamptal, AT NV
Pearl Mountain, Flight of the DrongoGBP 67.00
Paarl, SA 2020
La Niverdiere, RenaissanceGBP 70.00
Loire, FR 2019
Elisabetta Foradori, LezerGBP 70.00
Trentino, IT 2021
Camille & Mattieu Apfel, Soleyane RougeGBP 72.00
Savoie, FR 2020
Domaine de Thalie, PlutonicGBP 72.00
Beaujolais, FR 2022
Hors Champs, Cyril Fhal Une Vie La NuitGBP 72.00
Roussillon, FR 2021
Lectores Vini, Priorat ClassicGBP 73.00
Catalunya, ES 2020
Cedric Peraud, Goccia Nerello MascaleseGBP 75.00
Sicily, IT 2020
Emmanuel Hagets, Loustic Pineau d’AunisGBP 75.00
Loire, FR 2023
Romuald Valot, Ni Cru Ni CuitGBP 75.00
Beaujolais, FR 2022
Domaine d’Ici Là, Les NoirettesGBP 75.00
Savoie, FR 2021
Herve Villemade, VDF Pivoine RougeGBP 77.00
Loire, FR 2021
Château Marsau, PrairieGBP 77.00
Bordeaux, FR 2019
Ambrositsch, RaketeGBP 78.00
Burgenland, AT 2021
Enderle & Moll, Pinot NoirGBP 80.00
Baden, DE 2022
Marco Tinessa, Vino RossoGBP 80.00
Sicily, IT 2021
Matassa, French DiskoGBP 80.00
Roussillon, FR 2022
Baias E Enseadas, Castelao TintoGBP 82.00
Lisbon, PT 2018
Château Massereau, Cuvee KGBP 84.00
Bordeaux, FR 2008
Nicolas Carmarans, Maximus Fer ServedouGBP 85.00
Cahors, FR 2020
Jérôme Lambert, Alerte RougeGBP 87.00
Loire, FR 2022
Frédéric Cossard, ZapoiGBP 90.00
Beaujolais, FR 2021
Romauld Valot, CuvéeGBP 90.00
Beaujolais, FR 2021
Fonterenza, Rosso di MontalcinoGBP 90.00
Tuscany, IT 2018
Claus Preisinger, BonsaiGBP 96.00
Burgenland, AT 2022
Victoria Pecis Torres, Clarete SurGBP 98.00
La Palma,ES 2021
Domaine Tissot, Arbois Rouge DD Sans SoifGBP 100.00
Jura, FR 2020
Tenuta Santa Maria, Colleoni Rosso di MontalcinoGBP 110.00
Tuscany, IT 2018
Jean Pierre Robinot, Le RegardGBP 112.00
Loire, FR 2019
Anne et Jean-Francois Ganevat, Trousseau Le GrapiotGBP 117.00
Jura, FR 2019
Jean Pierre Robinot, NocturneGBP 120.00
Loire, FR 2019
Matassa, RougeGBP 123.00
Roussillon, FR 2022
Marco Tinessa, OgnostroGBP 130.00
Sicily, IT 2018
Bertrand & Axelle Marchad de Gramont, NSG Les TerrassesGBP 135.00
Burgundy, FR 2019
Gut Oggau, Weinland JoschuariGBP 150.00
Burgenland, AT 2020
Francoise Mitjavile, Roc des CambesGBP 210.00
Bordeaux, FR 2015

What 211 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End London
Modern European

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bar Crispin offers a cozy and informal dining experience with "always amazing food and ambiance." Diners rave about the "fantastic little spot" with a "brilliant atmosphere," delicious small plates, and an extensive wine list. While the service can be hit or miss, the "outstanding" quality of food keeps patrons coming back.

211 Reviews

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Patrick
Berlin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great staff! 🧡 we enjoyed every second of our visit. Food was amazing!
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Louise
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We were disappointed that there was no information (such as tasting notes, abv, grape) for any of the wine on the menu other than the name. I wouldn’t mind if the staff knew about wine themselves so could advise us appropriately, but they clearly don’t. I asked for a recommendation for a full bodied red and we were brought an extremely light red. We went for something different for the next bottle, again asking for a full bodied red, but was brought, again, a very light, and this time chilled, bottle of red. They didn’t tell us it was a chilled red until it had been poured. So we payed over £100 for two bottles of wine which was not at all the type of wine we asked for. It just seems like a bit of a pretentious wine bar but with staff that don’t know their stuff, which was a real shame. I must say though, the food was lovely.
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Aria
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Staff members were amazing and attentive. The fried rice was definitely the stand out dish but all dishes and wine’s were amazing. Overall, I had a great time
Bar CrispinResponded on 2 December 2024
Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon.
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Alex
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bar Crispin was fantastic! We sampled the majority of dishes on the menu and loved each one more than the last. They boast an extensive wine selection. Service was exceptional and despite being a busy Saturday night, our table was made available early and we had plenty of time to enjoy our meal. Absolutely must try when in London!
Bar CrispinResponded on 19 November 2024
Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back to Bar Crispin soon.
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Anna
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service, food, wine and overall atmosphere was brilliant.
Bar CrispinResponded on 12 November 2024
Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon.
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Laura
Rhode Island
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on 30 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our Bar Crispin experience was fantastic. We'd seen a review on Top Jaw, and the food absolutely lived up to the rave review. The space is intimate, the design perfectly considered. We ordered nearly everything on the menu, but the mackerel was the showstopper. Can't wait to return.
Bar CrispinResponded on 6 November 2024
Thank you so much for the review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon.
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Alice
VIP
Seattle
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 21 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cozy spot near the bustle of Regent Street. Delicious food and wine in a minimalist space. Nice outdoor seating options too, which would have been great on a sunnier day.
Bar CrispinResponded on 29 October 2024
Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon.
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Eugene
London
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 10 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Dishes were well priced and tasty (would recommend about 6 plates between 2) Wines by the glass were slightly on the pricier end Service was fine - there was an incident where the wait staff brought out a plate of food with her thumb in the sauce and just walked off
Bar CrispinResponded on 29 October 2024
Thank you so much for the review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back soon.
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Gabby
London
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on 3 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Mixed review here because I LOVED the flavour of some of these dishes and the creativity and execution. The Pork with carrot hot sauce was unreal. The cuttlefish risotto with all the crispy bits was amazing too. The points deducted were really for the service. I was on time (my friend within 5 minutes) and it took a really long time for the food to come out but our time slot remained the same. Now I totally understand bookings (i'm a chef and my husband a Somm.) but if the food takes ages you can't come early into a booking a mention you'll need the table back soon. Either the new booking needs to be told to wait a bit OR the current booking needs their food on time: one or the other. We both felt a bit rushed and in the end we were told that the booking was running late and we could stay..but honestly if you are going to be okay with 20 plus minute lateness then don't rush your current tables. Also I ordered a Vesper martini that arrived in a tiny ice-filled glass with no lemon twist. Not great.. Id say pop other options on the menu if you don't have the glassware for martinis. Perhaps an Old Fashioned or a whisky list instead.. LOVE this Chef and have followed them for a while on socials. Points for the food but very low points for service and bar...
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Mandy
Cambridge
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We visited Bar Crispin for a special occasion, expecting a standout experience given its high-end reputation. While the food was beautifully presented and tasted great, the service was very disappointing. Our waiter made us feel unwelcome, setting a negative tone for the evening. When I approached the bar to add an item to our order, I was met with complete silence, which felt awkward and unprofessional. The food was also placed silently on the table, with no interaction or explanation, which only added to the uncomfortable atmosphere. To top it off, a £10 service charge was included in the bill, which felt unjustified given the lack of basic hospitality. Service is a key part of dining at this level, and unfortunately, it was a letdown that overshadowed the quality of the food.
Bar CrispinResponded on 1 October 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback. It is hugely important for us to hear feedback & we appreciate your comments, so we can improve our quality and standards. We are sorry to hear of your experience at Bar Crispin. These are not the standards or service we aim to provide to our valued guests. We would like to assure you that your comments on service have been acknowledged and dealt with. If you would be kind enough to give us another shot at getting it right, we would love to invite you back with an appropriate gesture. Please email us directly to take us up on this offer. Lastly, thank you again for the feedback. I look forward to hearing from you.
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FAQs

Bar Crispin is rated 4.4 stars by 211 OpenTable diners.

Bar Crispin does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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