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51 Buckingham Gate, City of London,Westminster, United Kingdom

🛍 Steak, British, Seafood, European

4.2 💬 2124 Reseñas
Kona

Teléfono: +442078346655,+442079638391

Dirección: 51 Buckingham Gate, City of London,Westminster, United Kingdom

Ciudad: City of London,Westminster

Platos: 9

Reseñas: 2124

Sitio Web: https://www.taj51buckinghamgate.co.uk/en/dine-central-london/kona-afternoon-tea/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=brand

"You'd be forgiven for assuming that Kona would be in keeping with the opulent design of Taj 51; however, the restaurant is surprisingly modern. Neutral tones give the dining room a light and airy feel, with a variety of paintings hanging on the walls and elegant furnishings providing a sophisticated finish. Tucked away at the back of the restaurant you'll find The Library a warm and inviting space with plush sofas and armchairs; the perfect place to enjoy a night cap after you've indulged on some fine cuisine. Soft lighting helps to create an informal and relaxed ambience; the perfect setting for a romantic evening out. Our evening started with cocktails an off menu Strawberry Bellini for me and from the St James' Collection, Indy chose the Thanking Lord and Lady Dacre a fruity number but lacking any real alcoholic taste. This was followed by a delightful amuse bouche of cauliflower soup topped with a soya foam. A perfect creamy texture and rich in flavour, it set the tone for the standard of the cuisine we would be enjoying throughout the evening. Kona's dining menu offers chef Thomas Cruise's interpretation of the flavours and vibrancy of Southern European cuisine, married with traditional cooking techniques of the Cote D'Azur and Mediterranean coasts. There's a strong focus on fresh, sustainable ingredient across all the dishes which are, where possible, sourced from within 120 miles of London. Whilst the starters on the dinner menu seem limited, don't let this fool you into thinking decision making will be any easier. We contemplated for some time on what to order and finally settled on the king scallops and lobster bisque. The scallops were the real highlight, lightly seared and tender on the inside, complemented well by a butternut squash puree and light dressing of vanilla powder. Unfortunately, the lobster bisque was a let down. The presentation was fantastic, with the bisque being poured over the other ingredients from a teapot; however, the overly salty flavour and watery texture just weren't that great. For mains we ordered the sea bass and Gloucestershire free range chicken. The sea bass was cooked to perfection a crisp, golden coating giving way to a moist, flaky texture with the calamari and chorizo orzo adding another layer of flavour. And again, presentation was on point! The Gloucestershire free range chicken was also a delight with a crisp parmesan crust and a tender centre, with Indy declaring it was the best chicken dish he's tasted to date! The panzanella added a Tuscan twist to the dish and complemented it well. Our side orders of broccoli with red chillis and parmesan and creamy mash provided the perfect accompaniments to our flavoursome mains. No three course dinner is complete without dessert and Kona's dessert options do not disappoint. My previously undiscovered sweet tooth chose the orange and chocolate ganache; a truly indulgent dessert with rich flavours, edible flowers and brandy snaps. I just wish they'd made more use of orange as the chocolate did get a bit overwhelming. Indy's dessert induced some food envy on my part. He chose the thoroughly English fare of roasted apple on brioche with cinnamon ice cream, hazelnut crumble and berry foam. The apples were perfect sweet and juicy and were nicely completed by the cinnamon ice cream and berry foam. Although the restaurant was quiet throughout the evening, service was unobtrusive but attentive, let down only at the end of our meal when we had to request the bill on numerous occasions. Kona is the perfect venue for a discreet but indulgent dining experience and chef Thomas Cruise has done well in executing such a unique and flavourful variety of cuisine. We really enjoyed our dinner here and would definitely recommend it as somewhere to enjoy a romantic dinner or raise a toast for a special occasion."

Keith Keith

We went for the Indian afternoon tea for my birthday and the service was on point. The staff surprised me and sang happy birthday and made it truly special. The food was great (other than the rasmalai which tasted watery and didn't have much flavour). Masala tea is divine! Overall it was perfection

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Alice
Alice

Had the afternoon tea on a Saturday afternoon. Was a good experience. Nice venue and ambiance. Choice of teas could have been more extensive, but was nice. The sandwiches were nice, not the best. Same with the sweet treats. Overall a good experience, would recommend a visit. P.s. the staff were great.


Rosie
Rosie

I love a good menu, and for £45 per person, they could be much worse than the offer in kona im st. James’ court hotel. the venue is beautiful in summer – they pass a charming green courtyard and an art deco style in their way in. we started our meal with a classic – lobster bisque, with Brixham crab and cream meat served on the table.


Mike
Mike

a back when I visited london, I stayed a week in the st jame’s court. during this time I came to this restaurant for the teriyaki salmon court several times. I loved the taste of the flavor and sauce. the salmon was cooked to perfection. also the herbal side and rice were great. as a food lover with an Asian background I loved to take this Asian fusion shell! the deconstructed citron melisur, however, was on average.


Esma
Esma

On Saturday evening, Indy and I headed down to St James', an area of London we rarely visit, for a three course dinner at Kona, a newly opened restaurant located in the super luxurious Taj 51 Buckingham Gate Suites and Residences. . You'd be forgiven for assuming that Kona would be in keeping with the opulent design of Taj 51; however, the restaurant is surprisingly modern. Neutral tones give the dining room a light and airy feel, with a variety of paintings hanging on the walls and elegant furnishings providing a sophisticated finish. Tucked away at the back of the restaurant you'll find The Library a warm and inviting space with plush sofas and armchairs; the perfect place to enjoy a night...


Pete
Pete

After receiving an invitation to kona of zomato, I decided to book a table for me and my engaged. we arrived and were brought into a small room with only 6 tables (of which only 3 were used) it doesn't matter to eat with many people, but it is nice to relax in a quiet, quiet environment sometimes. the employment at kona is a little dated, but this is likely to be on their general aesthetics and the clientele to which they sell. our service in the evening was exceptional and gave me hope that we sometimes get it right in england. as far as food is concerned, it was nice. it's not really all to write to home, but it wasn't unpleasant. my steak animals was not the best I had, what a shame is wh...


Amy
Amy

I was invited by zomato (then so, so much alexandra kalinowski sheepa miah) to visit kona and firmly to its delicious meals and elegant interiors. I and a friend sit in a next room, away from a large, loud table and pampered all the way through our dinner, even if we sat next to the serving table and got to see that all the staff come and go and chat in the hidden part between the kitchen and the restor. from the foh to the beautiful waitresses everyone was clear and full of suggestions for us, so this is a really nice experience. eating is excellent, without doubt, no, but, with each individual dish provides a whole series of taste and surprises. we went for the menu découverte, which is a...


Noah
Noah

From the moment you set foot into the serene ambience of the Taj hotel, begins an evening of escape from the hectic humdrum of London life. And what better way to spend it than in Kona, the latest restaurant of the St James hotel, offering European cuisine with a contemporary twist? Kona has a chic, classic decor, ideal for those looking to feast on fine food in an intimate, serene surrounding. The service was ideal, with a member of waiting staff always near enough to cater to our needs, whilst not being stuffy nor overattentive. The restaurant is split into three rooms, providing diners with a sense of intimacy and cosiness. Whilst not an overwhelmingly extensive menu, deciding your dish c...


Stefan
Stefan

It is a truth, of which I am becoming increasingly aware, that there really is no point in indulging in afternoon tea unless it makes you feel a little bit special. I’ve long bemoaned the increase in pretty decent eateries filling the lunch dinner gap by shoving in a sub standard tea, and it is these that, unfortunately, make the whole pursuit seem over priced and therefore of questionable value. If you look through the Lady Loves Cake archive, you’ll find reviews of many very good teas in the middling price bracket £25 35) but it’s more difficult to find something in the high end regions with the quality and elegance to rival the really big names. I may have struck gold...kind of literally....


Evelyn
Evelyn

You'd be forgiven for assuming that Kona would be in keeping with the opulent design of Taj 51; however, the restaurant is surprisingly modern. Neutral tones give the dining room a light and airy feel, with a variety of paintings hanging on the walls and elegant furnishings providing a sophisticated finish. Tucked away at the back of the restaurant you'll find The Library a warm and inviting space with plush sofas and armchairs; the perfect place to enjoy a night cap after you've indulged on some fine cuisine. Soft lighting helps to create an informal and relaxed ambience; the perfect setting for a romantic evening out. Our evening started with cocktails an off menu Strawberry Bellini for me...

Categorías

  • Steak Saborea cortes premium de jugosos y tiernos filetes, asados a la perfección por expertos. Cada bocado ofrece una explosión de sabor, acompañado de guarniciones clásicas y deliciosas salsas para mejorar tu experiencia gastronómica.
  • British Tradicional y sustancioso, el menú británico ofrece clásicos reconfortantes como el fish and chips, asados jugosos y pasteles salados. Redescubre favoritos familiares, elaborados con cariño con recetas atemporales e ingredientes frescos y locales.
  • Seafood Sumérgete en las capturas más frescas del mar con nuestra selección de mariscos, que ofrece exquisitos platos preparados con pescados y mariscos de alta calidad. ¡Saborea los sabores del océano en cada bocado!
  • European Deléitese en un viaje culinario por Europa con nuestro exquisito menú elaborado, que presenta platos auténticos de Francia, Italia, España y más allá, utilizando los ingredientes más frescos para dar vida a los sabores tradicionales.

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