Gordon Ramsay At The London

(212) 468-8888

151 W 54th St
New York, NY 10019 40.7631 -73.9799

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Neighborhoods: Clinton, Midtown

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Hours:

Tuesday To Saturday From 05:30 PM To 10:30 PM

Price:

$$$$

Last updated 9.11.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Celeb Hangout, Fine Dining, Notable Chef, Bar Scene, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu

Cuisine:

French

Notable Chef:

Gordon Ramsay

Editor's Tips

What People Are Saying About Gordon Ramsay At The London

Featured Review

Justin Hartung

Contributor

The Scene – "Hell's Kitchen" star Gordon Ramsay may be famous for his explosive personality, but his New York debut in the London Hotel is downright pristine. The windowless dining room feels like a relic of 1950s elegance: Etched glass panels, swiveling club chairs and ultra-precise service invoke austerity, while the chatter of a young executive clientele and an older midtown crowd provides the room's only soundtrack. – – The Food – Diners have two options to try Ramsay's modern, French-leaning cuisine: a three-course prix fixe or a seven-course tasting menu. Seafood…

Editor's Tips

Know Before You Go:
Don't suffer sticker shock: Dinner is $90 for three courses and $110 for the tasting menu. The more casual Maze, which doubles as the restaurant's waiting area, serves a less-expensive small-plates menu and stays open until 1am every night.
What to Drink:
The French- and Italian-heavy wine list is pricey, but there are a few bottles under $50. A nice compromise is the 2004 Nicolas Potel, Volnay Vieilles Vignes ($65), which pairs well with some of the menu's more gamey dishes.
Lunch:
The lunch menu offers three courses for $35.
Fun Fact:
The dining room's wall panels reverse during the day to reveal a wood backside with porthole-shaped mirrors.
ambiance
77.08000183105469% positive
  1. “The main dining room is comfortable and a bit more pleasant but both are too brightly lit and the atmosphere is futuristic and unwelcoming.”
  2. “There are sophisticated Americans and others with refined palates that would rather, on occasion, enjoy the quality rather than the quantity of the food served, and wish to do so in a refined and discreet atmosphere, and not simply be distracted from that”
  3. “Each successive course followed in perfect rythmn, elegant consistency and superb presentation from Maine diver scallops, tiger prawn ravioli, pan seared black cod with Caraquet oysters, Brandt beef fillet with Kobe shortribs, passion fruit cream with coc”
  4. “While this might not be the best NY restaurant I've dined at, the choreographed service along with the "extras" (like bon bons from a cart at the end of the meal), plus the wonderfully quiet and romantic atmosphere, absolutely make this restaurant a must ”
  5. “The rest rooms are typical European individual unisex and I found it distasteful to have to "put the seat down" when I entered to use the facilities, The Maze restaurant is not at all charming, it is reminisent of a first class airline lounge and the bar ”
  6. “Wonderful ambiance and Amazingly great food if you like "delicate" dishes and have a refined palate.”
  7. “We were immediately warmed by the unique ambiance and decor of the room; from the expertly spaced and spacious tables to the friendly, professional and courteous service which we received throughout the evening.”
  8. “The atmosphere: it is a beautiful room but somehow lacks something.”
dessert
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. “The scallops were to die for, the carpaccio was very nice, the risotto was spot on and the desserts were unbelievable.”
  2. “Highlights were a scallop appetizer with quail's eggs and black truffles, and "extras" like a pre-dessert pineapple and vanilla yogurt parfait.”
  3. “The "hearts of palm" and halibut were very good as well, and the chocolate souffle dessert was outstanding.”
  4. “Each successive course followed in perfect rythmn, elegant consistency and superb presentation from Maine diver scallops, tiger prawn ravioli, pan seared black cod with Caraquet oysters, Brandt beef fillet with Kobe shortribs, passion fruit cream with coc”
  5. “It is unfortuante that we also felt as though we had not actually enjoyed a meal as there was just too little food served, even with 10 courses plus dessert.”
  6. “Risotto was tasteless but the carrot cake was good albeit tiny.”
drinks
85.41999816894531% positive
  1. “One particularly great Pinot Noir was actually one of the cheapest glasses on the wine list.”
  2. “The service was first class, the food was perfect and the wine was splendid.”
  3. “The place seems to have grown into itself quite smoothly and though there seem to be some concerns on bar pricing, the dinner was reasonable and comparable for any great meal in NYC.”
  4. “From the moment we walked into this exquisite theatre of food and wine we knew this would be an historic show.”
  5. “All four of us throughly enjoyed the Menu Prestige, and 8 course menu with coffee and bon bon trolley, at $128 per person plus the cost of wines As a Brit that has lived on both sides of the Atantic, the service was faultless, for the first time in the US”
  6. “This when you consider that we were told we HAD to order snacks in order to sit at the little round tables as opposed to the bar.”
  7. “Keeping our water glasses full wasn't a priority; trying to rush us through our $$$ wine was.”
  8. “The wine list was quite dramatic with many elegant wines however the more reasonable $150 and under wines were lacking.”
  9. “The pork belly may be tasty, but I'll pass and have 2 rounds of drinks and real dinner at Les Halles for the price of our cocktails at London.”
  10. “The sommelier's recomendations were excellent and we were particularly impressed that the suggested wines, which were perfect for our tastes and food, were not the most expensive.”
  11. “The wines were excellent although the wine list definitely favored the higer priced vintages, there were few that were reasonably priced.”
  12. “The rest rooms are typical European individual unisex and I found it distasteful to have to "put the seat down" when I entered to use the facilities, The Maze restaurant is not at all charming, it is reminisent of a first class airline lounge and the bar ”
food quality
90.1200008392334% positive
  1. “Even the bread was amazing.”
  2. “The food was definitely good, but I expected to be blown away given the reputation of this restaurant's namesake.”
  3. “It was so packed with fresh lobster, it almost brought me back to the buttery lobster rolls served up in Kennebunkport.”
  4. “And the food was amazing.”
  5. “The staff is super attentive and knowledgable and the food is some of the best I have ever had.”
  6. “While i must admit that the food and presentation were amazing, the portions were seriously small.”
  7. “The food and service are outstanding and live up to its michelin star status and that of Gordon Ramsay himself.”
  8. “The sommelier's recomendations were excellent and we were particularly impressed that the suggested wines, which were perfect for our tastes and food, were not the most expensive.”
  9. “The staff was extremely attentive throughout the meal.”
  10. “The food was amazing as to be expected and the selection was diverse and well balanced.”
  11. “The pork belly (although very good) was the only dish that was not amazing among the all courses we both had.”
  12. “It's amazing food with excellent service.”
  13. “The service was first class, the food was perfect and the wine was splendid.”
  14. “While the interior of the restaurant is beautiful and elegant, overall we were disappointed with the food and service.”
  15. “Yes they had foie gras as an appetizer, which was very tasty.”
  16. “The lamb was the best entree , the duck and pigeon were ok but nothing special ,we couldn't taste the grand marnier in the duck and the pork was chewy and dry and generally standard.”
  17. “But the flavors were very delicious and the souffle was perfect.”
  18. “There are plenty of other fabulous restaurants in the city that provide excellent service along with impeccable food.”
  19. “To those that complain that there is not enough food, then perhaps they should confine their wallet and their palate to cheaper chain restaurants and such like, along with the hugely excessive portions, msg, etc and then they will feel satiated and consid”
  20. “Excellent food, poor service”
  21. “The pork belly may be tasty, but I'll pass and have 2 rounds of drinks and real dinner at Les Halles for the price of our cocktails at London.”
  22. “While this might not be the best NY restaurant I've dined at, the choreographed service along with the "extras" (like bon bons from a cart at the end of the meal), plus the wonderfully quiet and romantic atmosphere, absolutely make this restaurant a must ”
  23. “It was so nice to enjoy a civilised meal out, and for my sons, especially my younger son, not to be patronised or made to feel uncomfortable because their palate extends beyond pizza and chicken tenders and his parents are prepared to pay for such!”
  24. “The place seems to have grown into itself quite smoothly and though there seem to be some concerns on bar pricing, the dinner was reasonable and comparable for any great meal in NYC.”
  25. “Highlights were a scallop appetizer with quail's eggs and black truffles, and "extras" like a pre-dessert pineapple and vanilla yogurt parfait.”
  26. “This is great food done well.”
  27. “would highly recommend this place for those willing to spend for great food.”
  28. “My husband and myself decided to take our sons, ages 17 and 11 here in March as a surprise celebratory meal for our elder son as we had enjoyed Gordon Ramsay's 'The Maze' Restaurant in Mayfair, London so much back in 2005, which was more akin to The Londo”
  29. “The food isn't there yet, although some dishes such as the pork are excellent, others just seem dull without much distinguishing flavor.”
  30. “The food itself was wonderful, as expected, but not really exciting or innovative.”
  31. “The food was good, but each course (they recommend you eat three to four) was not *quite* there.”
  32. “They didn't get Michelin Star for the celebrity of Gordon Ramsay - they got it because their food and service is excellent!”
  33. “We all felt there was no reason to ever return as this restaurant may have good food but it does not have the entire package.”
  34. “There are sophisticated Americans and others with refined palates that would rather, on occasion, enjoy the quality rather than the quantity of the food served, and wish to do so in a refined and discreet atmosphere, and not simply be distracted from that”
  35. “Each successive course followed in perfect rythmn, elegant consistency and superb presentation from Maine diver scallops, tiger prawn ravioli, pan seared black cod with Caraquet oysters, Brandt beef fillet with Kobe shortribs, passion fruit cream with coc”
  36. “the presentation is great and the food is amazing.”
  37. “The food was good, but the menu was more limited and traditional, not adventurous.”
  38. “From the moment we walked into this exquisite theatre of food and wine we knew this would be an historic show.”
  39. “The great food is complemented by a staff that is truly first class.”
  40. “It is unfortuante that we also felt as though we had not actually enjoyed a meal as there was just too little food served, even with 10 courses plus dessert.”
  41. “No one in our party felt that the meal was satisfying and after all, it is actually about eating isn't it?”
  42. “Wonderful ambiance and Amazingly great food if you like "delicate" dishes and have a refined palate.”
  43. “I'll agree with most of the reviews on here that the food is fantastic.”
menu variety
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. “All four of us throughly enjoyed the Menu Prestige, and 8 course menu with coffee and bon bon trolley, at $128 per person plus the cost of wines As a Brit that has lived on both sides of the Atantic, the service was faultless, for the first time in the US”
  2. “The food was good, but the menu was more limited and traditional, not adventurous.”
  3. “The cheese selection was very well curated, and the cheese-master guy was the first truly nice and pleasant staff member of the evening (promote him!”
  4. “The food was amazing as to be expected and the selection was diverse and well balanced.”
  5. “Since we are in America, I feel I should warn people that, as is usual with restaurants and chefs/menus at this level, that the portions are not big (I often see reviews with complaints about portion size)”
  6. “Although the staff was extremely attentive, our server's English was unclear, so our questions about the menu went unanswered.”
overall
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. “can easily say this was the best restaurant service we have ever experienced.”
  2. “While this might not be the best NY restaurant I've dined at, the choreographed service along with the "extras" (like bon bons from a cart at the end of the meal), plus the wonderfully quiet and romantic atmosphere, absolutely make this restaurant a must ”
  3. “great restaurant.”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “With so many amazing restaurants in NYC at even better price points, it would be hard to say we would be back.”
  2. “We all felt there was no reason to ever return as this restaurant may have good food but it does not have the entire package.”
service
80.0% positive
  1. “Food good yet very expensive; service was horrible.”
  2. “It's amazing food with excellent service.”
  3. “Therefore, the main waitress was disappointing but the rest of the waiters were great.”
  4. “can easily say this was the best restaurant service we have ever experienced.”
  5. “The staff is super attentive and knowledgable and the food is some of the best I have ever had.”
  6. “The great food is complemented by a staff that is truly first class.”
  7. “While the interior of the restaurant is beautiful and elegant, overall we were disappointed with the food and service.”
  8. “The check for 4 people for the 3 course prix fixe was $638 so an expensive but not outstanding experience.”
  9. “We were immediately warmed by the unique ambiance and decor of the room; from the expertly spaced and spacious tables to the friendly, professional and courteous service which we received throughout the evening.”
  10. “The service was first class, the food was perfect and the wine was splendid.”
  11. “The only thing that was not perfect was the service from his new US crew (though it was pretty close), however his imported UK crew were magnificent.”
  12. “Service was extremely professional if a bit restrained- almost too many service folks buzzing around the small room.”
  13. “They didn't get Michelin Star for the celebrity of Gordon Ramsay - they got it because their food and service is excellent!”
  14. “The service was excellent as well, with very attentive staff.”
  15. “Although the staff was extremely attentive, our server's English was unclear, so our questions about the menu went unanswered.”
  16. “The food and service are outstanding and live up to its michelin star status and that of Gordon Ramsay himself.”
  17. “spoke with two people and they assured me that everything would be great.”
  18. “While this might not be the best NY restaurant I've dined at, the choreographed service along with the "extras" (like bon bons from a cart at the end of the meal), plus the wonderfully quiet and romantic atmosphere, absolutely make this restaurant a must ”
  19. “The cheese selection was very well curated, and the cheese-master guy was the first truly nice and pleasant staff member of the evening (promote him!”
  20. “The staff was extremely attentive throughout the meal.”
  21. “The service was extremely professional.”
  22. “Since we are in America, I feel I should warn people that, as is usual with restaurants and chefs/menus at this level, that the portions are not big (I often see reviews with complaints about portion size)”
  23. “All four of us throughly enjoyed the Menu Prestige, and 8 course menu with coffee and bon bon trolley, at $128 per person plus the cost of wines As a Brit that has lived on both sides of the Atantic, the service was faultless, for the first time in the US”
  24. “There are plenty of other fabulous restaurants in the city that provide excellent service along with impeccable food.”
  25. “Excellent food, poor service”
value
75.0% positive
  1. “The pork belly may be tasty, but I'll pass and have 2 rounds of drinks and real dinner at Les Halles for the price of our cocktails at London.”
  2. “The sommelier's recomendations were excellent and we were particularly impressed that the suggested wines, which were perfect for our tastes and food, were not the most expensive.”
  3. “Also, they have an excellent fixed price lunch every day - it's a great deal for three courses!”
  4. “Since we are in America, I feel I should warn people that, as is usual with restaurants and chefs/menus at this level, that the portions are not big (I often see reviews with complaints about portion size)”
  5. “While i must admit that the food and presentation were amazing, the portions were seriously small.”
  6. “The place seems to have grown into itself quite smoothly and though there seem to be some concerns on bar pricing, the dinner was reasonable and comparable for any great meal in NYC.”
  7. “I've never seen this price, $20, at Del Frisco's, Cite, etc. yet most places serve a full, large glass for less.”
  8. “New York has many excellent restaurants and I feel that the London is not quite up to the standard of Aureole and Gramercy Tavern etc which are of a similar price range.”
  9. “To those that complain that there is not enough food, then perhaps they should confine their wallet and their palate to cheaper chain restaurants and such like, along with the hugely excessive portions, msg, etc and then they will feel satiated and consid”
  10. “The check for 4 people for the 3 course prix fixe was $638 so an expensive but not outstanding experience.”
  11. “can go to many other places, pay this price and get excellent everything.”
  12. “The bill for this beautiful evening was worth every few dollars for each exquisite minute.”
  13. “But it's definitely worth checking out for yourself even once for a great fine dining experience.”
  14. “Food good yet very expensive; service was horrible.”
  15. “With so many amazing restaurants in NYC at even better price points, it would be hard to say we would be back.”
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. “The bill for this beautiful evening was worth every few dollars for each exquisite minute.”
4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/10/10

Gorgeous Atmosphere, Delicious Food, Poor Service

by SPROUT

Wonderful ambiance and Amazingly great food if you like "delicate" dishes and have a refined palate.

The only problem was the service - our waitress had a bunch of little quips which I found sarcastic OR funny,either way, unprofessional. Also, I chose the chefs five course tasting menu (absolutely delicious and well-balanced)- between course 3 and 4 we waited about 15 minutes, then between course 4 and 5 we sat there for over 30 minutes and then realized that our waitress left. (We asked for another waiter to find her 15 min in and he came back later with the 5th course). Therefore, the main waitress was disappointing but the rest of the waiters were great.

The scene is also a bit upscale and not at all casual - very nice.

The atmosphere and food outweigh the service so that we will definitely go back again.

  • Pros: Well-Balanced Tasting Menu, Atmosphere, Pretty Bathrooms
  • Cons: Service - very slow (not on a busy night), unprofessional
2 Star Rating: Below Average

12/07/09

Very Disappointing

by PI68

I made a reservation for my husband's 50th birthday. When I found out last week that Gordon Ramsay sold the restaurant, I was concerned about the quality of the food, etc., and called them. I spoke with two people and they assured me that everything would be great. They told me that they would make my husband's birthday special and bring him some ice cream with a candle on it, along with our chosen dessert. When I checked in that night, I reminded the hostess about his birthday and she said they knew.

We ate dinner (more on that below) and then our dessert appeared. I waited and waited for them to bring the birthday dessert and it didn't show up. After we finished our dessert, I excused myself to go to the bathroom and told the manager that I was very upset about this. They apologized (not even in a very nice way) and then came out with the ice cream and candle, after we were already finished our dessert. I was so annoyed and it definitely took away from the special experience I wanted to provide for my husband. I expected them to adjust the bill - or at least offer us a free drink or something - but NOTHING! We were presented with the full bill and there were no special apologies. What a disappointment for a night I had planned to be very special in honor of a significant milestone.

The food: for the most part, it was good. We ordered langoustines and paid extra for them. The pasta on the side was lukewarm and mushy. Very overcooked. The portions are very small and it is very expensive.

The atmosphere: it is a beautiful room but somehow lacks something. Perhaps some soft music would help.

I would skip this place if you have a special occasion - or anytime, frankly.

  • Pros: Beautiful presentation of food
  • Cons: Atmosphere, did not deliver what was promised
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/24/09

THE BEST RESTAURANT IN NYC

by CCCHHH

GREAT FOOD!!! I ONLY EAT THIS GOOD IN PARIS!!!

DONT LEAVE WITHOUT TRYING THE APPLE TART!!!

AND THE PRICE FOR WHAT YOU GET IS INCREDIBLE

  • Pros: GREAT FOOD
3 Star Rating: Average

01/15/09

Unromantic, tiny portions, chilly atmosphere

by rodeleu

We were terribly disappointed with the evening. The meals were beautifully prepared and flavorful however the portions were extremely small and some had already cooled by the time they reached the table. Risotto was tasteless but the carrot cake was good albeit tiny.The wines were excellent although the wine list definitely favored the higer priced vintages, there were few that were reasonably priced. The rest rooms are typical European individual unisex and I found it distasteful to have to "put the seat down" when I entered to use the facilities, The Maze restaurant is not at all charming, it is reminisent of a first class airline lounge and the bar stools were not very comfortable.Definitely not a date place.

No one in our party felt that the meal was satisfying and after all, it is actually about eating isn't it? The elegance of the food was appreciated but one does not like to leave a restaurant hungry, especially when the bill for 4 is over $500 pre gratuities.

  • Pros: food presentation
  • Cons: tiny portions, lacking atmosphere, prices, stuffy staff
3 Star Rating: Average

01/14/09

Lots of hot air and little food, will not return

by Belling

The food was well prepared and extremely fresh however the entire dining experience was not relaxing or very enjoyable. This restaurant has a rather chilly atmosphere, contemporary "high end caferateria" decor in the Maze section. The main dining room is comfortable and a bit more pleasant but both are too brightly lit and the atmosphere is futuristic and unwelcoming.The entire ordeal was simply overly dramatic from making the reservation throughout the entire evening. The reservationist was vague, unsure of availability and most difficult to deal with, also made one feel as though she was doing us a favor in even granting us a reservation yet the entire evening the room was more than half empty.

The staff is a very young and seemed inexperienced in extending any true hospitality, everything appeared scripted.Once seated bottled water was pushed which was fine except for the fact that both bottles were flat, they were replaced without incident.The wine list was quite dramatic with many elegant wines however the more reasonable $150 and under wines were lacking.We were a group of three and ordered 10 items on the menu and had our own tasting. All was very well done however the portions were smaller than any of us have ever seen and we are very frequent restaurant goers, here and abroad. Each time any food was served there was a full presentation and description, it all just became tiresome and over done.

We all felt there was no reason to ever return as this restaurant may have good food but it does not have the entire package.It is unfortuante that we also felt as though we had not actually enjoyed a meal as there was just too little food served, even with 10 courses plus dessert.All in all disappointing.

  • Pros: Lovely, well prepared food.
  • Cons: tiny portions, stiff service, no ambaince, unisex restrooms

The Details on Gordon Ramsay At The London

Place Categories:

  • great food
  • excellent restaurant service
  • excellent new york restaurant
  • extremely attentive staff
  • comparable overall dinner
  • elegant suggested wines
  • enjoy civilised meal
  • great everything
  • comfortable main dining room
  • beautiful wonderful room
  • very tasty appetizer
  • truly shock bill
  • beautiful interior
  • not overwhelming portions
  • like dishes
  • excellent recomendations
  • disappointing main waitress
  • full water glasses
  • flat bottles
  • outstanding chocolate souffle dessert
  • throughly enjoyed menu prestige
  • throughly enjoyed course menu
  • very good halibut
  • amazing dining experience
  • poor service

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