The Regency Club

In many ways, the work of a critic is easy. We risk very little yet enjoy a position over those who offer up their work and their selves to our judgment. We thrive on negative criticism, which is fun to write and to read. But the bitter truth we critics must face, is that in the grand scheme of things, the average piece of junk is probably more meaningful than our criticism designating it so. But there are times when a critic truly risks something, and that is in the discovery and defense of the new. The world is often unkind to new talent, new creations, the new needs friends. Last night, I experienced something new, an extraordinary meal from a singularly unexpected source. To say that both the meal and its maker have challenged my preconceptions about fine cooking is a gross understatement. They have rocked me to my core. In the past, I have made no secret of my disdain for the famous motto: Anyone can cook. But I realize, only now do I truly understand what he meant. Not everyone can become a great artist, but a great artist can come from anywhere. It is difficult to imagine more humble origins than those of the genius now cooking at The Regency Club, who is, in this critic’s opinion, nothing less than the finest chef in London. I will be returning to Regency soon, hungry for more.

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We called the restaurant prior to our visit to ask whether we would need to book or we can just walk in. The gentleman in the phone confirmee we do not need a booking and can just walk in. When we visited we were told we should have made a booking but they will make an exception and give us a table but we would need to order everything at once. Disappointed and left with no choice as no other restaurants around, we decided to stay and order all together. Starters to eat and mains to take away. The entire food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering including mains. All starters were dry and seemed to have been microwaved just before serving. Had we not been asked to order together we wouldve not ordered mains judging by the quality of their starters. We were in and out within 15 minutes, £63 down. Absolutely awful experience. Also, not all the waiters were wearing a mask including the one that took our order. No sign of social distancing. AVOID AT ALL COSTS

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No doubt the food is lovely but the waiting staff can be irritating. Constantly coming to the table to push you to finish the meal. Very bad management

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Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Super Indian food!

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This place is just so very nice

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