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  • Charlie R. • 3 reviews

    14 March 2025

    9.5/10

    Really good food - pork belly with burnt pineapple sauce, roasted bone marrow and venison haunch with dauphinoise croquette were great! Loved sitting at the bar and being able to see the kitchen.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • James D. • 1 review

    14 March 2025

    9.5/10

    food was delicious, service was excellent and really enjoyed our dinner.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Rehan K. • 2 reviews

    12 March 2025

    3/10

    Food cold :(

  • Natalie L.

    Natalie L. • 6 reviews

    17 December 2024

    10/10

    excellent food and staff!!

  • sonny l.

    sonny l. • 53 reviews

    11 March 2025

    8/10

    Great food and service!

  • Matthew W. • 8 reviews

    11 March 2025

    10/10
    The menu offers a variety of dishes including Ghatti Masala Prawns, Roasted Duck Pigeon with candied pecans, Tuna Tartare, and Pork Belly. Main courses feature Whole Grilled Dover Sole, Venison Haunch, Osso Buco Chicken Supreme, and Maloreddus Pasta with Wild Boar. Desserts include Crème Catalana and Chocolate Whiskey Crèmeux.

    Good food, well-served from an open kitchen. Menu changes monthly.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Tom K. • 1 review

    8 March 2025

    8/10

    Service was great, and food was fantastic - amazing deal through the fork too

  • Katie T.

    Katie T. • 14 reviews

    7 March 2025

    5.5/10
    Whole white fish topped with a medley of diced vegetables, including bell peppers and zucchini, served with a chargrilled lemon half and garnished with edible flowers, accompanied by a rich savory sauce.
    Chargrilled prawns garnished with fresh herbs and served with a slice of lemon for added acidity.
    Savory filling topped with creamy grated cheese and fresh green onions, served on a slightly crispy base.

    Service was very slow; the roasted Dover sole was too small fish and not a whole roasted one we were expecting; the two waiters were arguing loudly in front of us which I found unprofessional; I think everyone around us had to wait quite a while for their food so kitchen needs to expand or be more efficient. Even with the promotions they are running not worth a second visit because of the slow service and underwhelming food

  • Andrew F. • 1 review

    28 February 2025

    4.5/10

    Good: Service staff (or rather the one service staff member) was good & tried their best to see to our order & requests. They happily moved us when the issue described in the 'Bad' part of the review became too much. Also, the half price on food items was very welcomed. Not so good: Unfortunately, the food did not quite live up to the promise of the menu. The monk fish had a very strange consistency and wasn't as juicy as you would hope/expect it to be. The other items we ordered were ok, not good or memorable but ok to eat. Bad: We had chef's table seats and this is where the issues stemmed from. The restaurant would do well to remember - these seats puts the kitchen on show so keep a clean kitchen & don't argue! The tension & bickering between the two chefs really put a dampener on our evening so in the end, we asked to be moved. It was also a bit off putting to see the questionable cleanliness of the kitchen space. Lots of room for improvement here.

  • Isabella P. • 22 reviews

    1 March 2025

    9.5/10

    What a surprising place tucked in the market blink and you miss it,eventually found it and was it worth it? A big Yes, the food was amazing and the red wine was fabulous at a price. The dessert was to die for.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much very kind

  • Saumi D. • 23 reviews

    1 March 2025

    10/10
    Braised lamb shank in a rich sauce, served with sautéed greens and topped with creamy sauce and edible flowers for an elegant presentation.
    Grilled meat with a smoky flavor, served with a crispy potato cake and vibrant green herb sauce, garnished with edible flowers for elegance.
    Creamy seafood bisque garnished with crab pieces and served with a slice of toasted bread.
    Tender beef slices served with a rich, creamy sauce, bright green peas, and finely chopped vegetables, garnished with an edible flower for an elegant touch.

    Amazing food, cocktails and service. The restaurant is in Broadway Market so there’s a good buzz, and you get a front row seat to see the food prepared in front of you. We had the San Francisco Cippino and grilled octopus to start, and the smoked duck breast and the lamb shank for the mains. We were so stuffed we couldn’t eat dessert, but a couple of expertly mixed espresso martinis hit the spot. The flavours were excellent and the portions were generous. The menu changes monthly, which also provides a good excuse to return. We went during the fork festival, but Phileas Fogg would be worth it at full price.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Mayte B.

    Mayte B. • 20 reviews

    28 February 2025

    9/10
    Grilled fish with a golden-brown crust served on a herbaceous puree, accompanied by roasted root vegetables, a slice of lemon, and a pink flower garnish.
    Creamy cheesecake with a rich yellow filling, topped with dark cherry compote, whipped cream, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
    Hearty tomato-based soup garnished with tender meat and fresh herbs, accompanied by a slice of herb-infused crusty bread.

    Overall a really nice dinner experience. The food was good, although not wow. Guided by photos and reviews, I was expected to be blown away, my first dish (pork belly) was tasty but a combination of too many sauces and a bit hard to chew. The San Francisco cioppino was delicious throughout, the octopus starter nice but got a small tentacle, so it kinda lost the punch of biting on it. The custard pie for dessert was fresh and tasty. All that been said, service was fast and friendly even if they were busy and hurried. The ambiance in the market has a cool vibe. I enjoyed my evening with a nice glass of wine and would return.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Alex B. • 18 reviews

    26 February 2025

    10/10

    The food is first class, as with the service. Paul (who looked after our table) was very helpful regarding allergies for one of our guests. Thank you to the chefs for accommodating. It was a lovely and memorable dinner. Can't wait to return for the monthly changing menu with even more vegetarian/vegan choices 🌟

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Isabella C. • 1 review

    19 February 2025

    10/10

    Food was incredible!

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Sam L. • 7 reviews

    21 February 2025

    9.5/10

    the guy who served us are very nice, food are all great

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Tristan N. • 1 review

    15 February 2025

    10/10
    Braised lamb shank topped with creamy sauce, served with pearl-like grains and wilted greens, garnished with herbs and edible flowers.
    Grilled octopus, chargrilled to golden-brown, served on sautéed greens with crispy roasted potato wedges and garnished with an edible flower.

    Lovely menu, great chefs and very friendly staff. Amazing to eat at what feels like a chefs pass where you can see your food being prepared. Loved it so much we’re returning with friends.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much pal

  • Leanne t. • 1 review

    7 February 2025

    10/10
    Tender medium-rare beef served on creamy mashed potatoes, drizzled with rich sauce, garnished with herbs and edible flowers, accompanied by sautéed greens.
    Tender lamb with a rich sauce, topped with creamy herb-infused sauce, served on a bed of sautéed greens and accompanied by golden-brown gnocchi.

    Been here a few times food is superb chefs fabulous and front of house lovely chatty and chilled. Sort of food you would pay top dollar for but it’s very reasonable . Highly recommend

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much my lovely

  • Oli T. • 1 review

    14 February 2025

    10/10

    We were sat at the chef's table and had a lovely experience watching the chefs cook up the food. The restaurant had a good vibe being in Tooting Market and the service was excellent and they were friendly.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Juan E.

    Juan E. • 45 reviews

    5 February 2025

    10/10
    Caramelized pork served with creamy mashed potatoes, garnished with herbs, and accompanied by bright green peas and a savory sauce.
    Toasted bread drizzled with olive oil and topped with fresh herbs, served alongside a bowl of savory soup and crispy potato chips.
    Braised lamb or beef served on soft gnocchi, topped with a rich sauce and fresh herbs, accompanied by sautéed greens.
    Cornbread topped with tender pulled pork in rich barbecue sauce, accompanied by creamy coleslaw garnished with chives.

    enjoyed the prawns and the lamb

  • ANNA T.

    ANNA T. • 2 reviews

    8 February 2025

    10/10
    Grilled leeks topped with crumbled blue cheese, toasted nuts, and fresh herbs, garnished with edible flowers for a sophisticated appetizer.
    Sliced duck breast with a seared crust, served on creamy mashed potatoes and drizzled with a rich reduction and green herb sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.
    Glazed meat with a caramelized and smoky exterior, topped with creamy coleslaw and edible flowers, served on a smooth yellow root vegetable puree.
    Braised lamb shank served on a bed of gnocchi, accompanied by sautéed greens and topped with a creamy herb-infused sauce and edible flowers.
    +1

    Absolutely amazing service and food. Will be back very soon :)

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Laurent Z. • 8 reviews

    21 November 2024

    9.5/10

    Very nice experience and really worth it with the 50% Fork discount, a bit pricey otherwise and more particularly the wine. But we will come back.

  • Sara E.

    Sara E. • 1 review

    30 January 2025

    10/10
    Grilled shrimp glazed and garnished with fresh herbs, topped with crunchy fried vegetable strips.
    Charred white fish fillet topped with a medley of diced tomatoes, olives, and herbs, served on a creamy herb or yogurt sauce.
    Braised lamb served on sautéed greens, accompanied by roasted potatoes and deep red cherries, all drizzled with a glossy sauce.

    Food was excellent. Super flavourful and healthy portions. We came with the 50% off deal so didn’t splash loads of cash, but the prices and reasonable for the quality/ portions so you won’t empty your pockets. Vibe was great being on the counter with chefs cooking in front. Will be back next month for sure!

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Cynthia W. • 46 reviews

    11 January 2025

    4.5/10

    dirty chef, you can see through the kitchen and how they prepare stuff. not a good experience to see the way they cook. dirty aprons, black finger nails, bad hygiene.

  • Henry J.

    Henry J. • 3 reviews

    31 January 2025

    7.5/10
    Roasted duck breast served with sautéed dark greens and delicate mushrooms, garnished with an edible flower.

    The quality of food and wine was really excellent and very good value. What was a shame was that we waited 1hr15 for mains to arrive, then ordered pudding only to wait another 45 mins before we asked the waiter if we could just cancel the desert order and get the bill. The waiter was very apologetic and offered us some wine on the house but the bill nor the pudding ever came...tried to get a waiters attention to ask again for bill (having now been seated for over 3 hours), finally gave up waiting and got up to leave before someone prepared our bill which was then completely wrong as well! Truly such a shame as the food we did have was really really excellent but we did feel very forgotten about seeing numerous tables around us arrive later, to then eat and leave before us. Would highly recommend the braised octopus and the smoked duck!

  • Cristian L.

    Cristian L. • 61 reviews

    23 January 2025

    8.5/10
    Cozy restaurant interior featuring rustic wooden tables, woven chairs, and soft green walls, complemented by a well-stocked bar and natural light from large windows.
    Creamy roasted vegetable soup with a warm orange hue, topped with a drizzle of green oil, a dollop of cream, and a crispy bread stick.
    Braised lamb served on sautéed greens, garnished with edible flowers, and accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes.

    Traditional English food with fast service.We enjoyed our meal even though the inner room was poor and a bit noisy, much more particular the characteristic street inside the portico. We didn't get wine because the price of the bottles, especially the Italian ones that I know very well, was definitely out of scale

  • Benjamin M.

    Benjamin M. • 7 reviews

    31 January 2025

    10/10
    Braised beef served on a bed of greens, topped with a rich sauce, garnished with a purple flower and fresh herbs, accompanied by roasted vegetables or puree.

    Just an excellent set up; great seating, lighting, ambience and food.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • helene d. • 24 reviews

    24 January 2025

    9/10

    This is a nice addition to tooting market. We had a lovely dinner and the service was really good

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Dylan C.

    Dylan C. • 48 reviews

    25 January 2025

    10/10

    Very good food and service, nice atmosphere in the Tooting market

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Nicola P.

    Nicola P. • 2 reviews

    24 January 2025

    10/10
    Shrimp in a rich green herb sauce with crispy tortilla strips, alongside grilled meat glazed in a dark sauce and topped with fresh vegetables.

    Staff were fantastic and food was incredible. Took my mum as a treat and she thoroughly enjoyed it. Pork belly starter and chocolate bread dessert stood out but honestly all of it was perfect.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Darsi D. • 21 reviews

    23 January 2025

    10/10

    Definitely be back. The food in this place is absolutely delicious and really fine dining but at a very good price. The staff are extremely kind. Money well spent.

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • karleigh w.

    karleigh w. • 9 reviews

    22 January 2025

    8.5/10
    Braised beef served on roasted crispy potatoes, garnished with edible flowers, alongside a fresh salad of mixed greens and colorful vegetables.

    Staff are 10/10, really welcoming and nice vibe. Food was overall pretty good - we had the octopus, beet salad and beef rib. Really good flavour but too much salt in the rib dish! Great value when used with the offer, not sure I would go back at full price

  • James M. • 1 review

    17 January 2025

    10/10

    Great food, great vibe. 👍

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • John J.

    John J. • 3 reviews

    10 January 2025

    8/10

    Nice food, slow service but overall enjoyable experience.

  • Anatol Justin T. • 27 reviews

    4 January 2025

    10/10

    It was one of the best restaurants I’ve been to in London! The food was absolutely amazing, and the service was excellent. It’s well worth the trip to Tooting just for this experience. We ordered four starters (don’t miss the shrimps!), but the highlight was undoubtedly the lobster bisque. It was simply divine—so creamy and rich. For my main, I went with the ribs, which turned out to be the perfect choice. The meat was so tender it fell off the bone effortlessly. The ambiance is ideal for a date night, and the drinks menu is thoughtfully curated. I can’t recommend this place enough! Feel free to tweak it further if needed!

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Claire J. • 2 reviews

    4 January 2025

    10/10

    Amazing food and attentive staff. I would thoroughly recommend this restaurant

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Ella S. • 3 reviews

    31 December 2024

    9.5/10
    Braised beef glazed with a rich sauce, topped with fresh herbs, accompanied by a runny egg and chargrilled greens for a smoky contrast.

    Great food, wine and service. We loved every single dish we tasted (and we had 7!)

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Seb S. • 2 reviews

    21 December 2024

    9.5/10
    Steak served on sautéed green vegetables, garnished with edible flowers, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and fan-shaped sliced carrots in a rich sauce.
    Creamy golden soup garnished with herbs and a delicate flower, accompanied by grilled seafood and roasted vegetables.
    Tender glazed meat in a rich dark sauce, garnished with edible flowers and sliced green onions.

    Amazing service, very welcoming staff and the food was exceptional!

    Phileas Fog • Owner

    Thanks very much

  • Jessie S. • 1 review

    14 December 2024

    9.5/10

    The food was amazing !!

  • Louis C. • 7 reviews

    19 December 2024

    9.5/10

    Very nicely presented and tasty food. Decent portion. Friendly staff.

  • helene d. • 24 reviews

    14 December 2024

    8.5/10

    The food was really tasty and inventive. Very good service too. My only criticism would be that the chef tends to use too much salt in the dishes. It would have been perfect is less was used.

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