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Explore the luxurious dining experience at Petrichor

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FAQs about Petrichor at The Cavendish London

 Petrichor maintains a smart, upscale atmosphere, so smart casual attire is recommended for a comfortable yet refined dining experience.

Do they accommodate dietary restrictions?

 Yes, Petrichor is known for its attentive service and can accommodate various dietary needs, including gluten-free options.

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Nestled in the heart of London at 81 Jermyn Street, Petrichor at The Cavendish London offers a sophisticated dining experience that combines classic British cuisine with contemporary flair. This upscale restaurant is renowned for its elegant ambiance, attentive service, and a menu that delights both locals and visitors seeking a memorable culinary journey.

Petrichor is celebrated for its innovative approach to British cuisine, offering a menu that features both timeless classics and inventive dishes crafted with seasonal ingredients. The restaurant’s signature dishes include the succulent scallops with pork belly, perfectly presented and bursting with flavor, and the rich, decadent chocolate Avalanche dessert that creates a dramatic and delicious finale to your meal. The wine list complements the menu beautifully, with selections like the Baron Syrah that enhance the flavors of each dish, ensuring a refined and satisfying dining experience.

The culinary team at Petrichor has a fascinating story rooted in a passion for elevating British flavors. The restaurant’s signature dishes are the result of meticulous craftsmanship and a desire to surprise and delight diners. An interesting fun fact is the dramatic presentation of the chocolate Avalanche, where hot sauce is poured over a chocolate ball, melting it to create a spectacular visual and taste experience. This attention to detail and theatrical flair makes Petrichor a standout destination for food enthusiasts.

What is Petrichor known for? It is renowned for its innovative British cuisine, theatrical desserts like the chocolate Avalanche, and a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere. Why visit? To indulge in expertly crafted dishes, enjoy a luxurious setting, and experience exceptional service in the heart of London. What's nearby? Located on Jermyn Street, it is close to iconic landmarks such as Fortnum & Masons and the historic St James's Park.

Petrichor invites you to immerse yourself in a luxurious dining experience that combines exquisite British flavors with elegant surroundings. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking a refined meal, this restaurant promises a memorable visit with its attentive service, rich sensory dishes, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Discover the culinary artistry that makes Petrichor a premier choice for discerning diners in London.

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Made to feel very welcome here for our Friday night meal. 

They were prompt with bring the menus and explaining what was on offer.  Shortly after, bread tray was brought round with the explanation of the different types of bread on offer along with a plate of three types of butter.  

Wine chosen - a tad on the expensive side. Ours cost £42 and that was kinda middle of the range.  

Felt that the starters took a while to come. Flagged down bread lady to selected another roll. This time it was nicely warm.  The staff all seem to have their tasks and these don't mix. Bread lady was not going to be seen pouring wine!  Given the luxury of designated tasks, service continued to be slow which was surprising as the restaurant was not that busy.  After some waiting time starters appeared. I had ordered the scallops with pork belly which was yummy. The pork was wonderful and accompanied the scallops perfectly.  I'd definitely eat that again. It came nicely presented so what the eyes saw matched what the mouth tasted for sure. 

Starters done, another long wait for mains. Given this was an order of steak and fish, I don't understand what they were cooking for so long!!!  

Once arrived, again nicely cooked. Skin on fish done well and covering the flaky cod flesh.  

Of course I opted for dessert.  The grandly names chocolate Avalanche.  This, again came nicely presented. A ball of chocolate or do it seems. Had I known about the 'show' about to take place, I would have yelp videoed. They poor the hot sauce over it melting the chocolate coating the ice cream to crest the Avalanche.  However, once done you are rather left with a kind of 'soup' of melted chocolate and ice cream. Needless to say, it is very sweet even for me.  

They finished the night off with a selection of little Florentines.  I was too full so hot them to go. Eaten later, they were very nice also. 

The restaurant itself is a nice eating establishment. Staff very friendly. Only thing really letting it down was speed of service. Our meal took 3 hrs without much of that delay being on our side.

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There is currently probably the best value deal on afternoon tea in London at this place. If you book through http://www.afternoontea.co.uk , you can tea for 2 for 20 pounds, making it a bargain 10 pounds a person, compared to the 20+ that you normally have to pay each at other places.


 We were allocated a table with plush comfy sofas, and the cafe is located on the second floor of this hotel that is right across the road from Fortnum & Masons. Service was good, although often it took some time to get the attention of the two waiters as they were serving so many tables.


 They have a wide range of teas, but all were brewed using commercial tea-bags so this is not the place for traditional tea. But the food was amazingly good and plentiful; included were several types of sandwiches, scones, and desserts.


 For 10 pounds a person you can't go wrong with this wonderful afternoon tea place in a convenient location. However, if you are looking for the standard of The Ritz this will disappoint.

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Location: St James

Style: Upmarket

Food: Good

Wine: Good

Ambience: None

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I booked this table a while back using another website. I chose this restaurant, site unseen because:
A) I could book a table online
B) They offered a special for those going to see a show
C) They had decent ratings on the booking site.

I have several allergies (including wheat). Most places have something I can eat, so I have stopped inquiring in advance. When we arrived, I asked about which of their selections would be options for me. Almost everything on their menu was gluten-free. 

They brought out bread for my husband (who is not allergic to anything) and I glanced longingly at it. A few minutes later they brought out bread for me. Yep. They have gluten-free bread. It was warm and lightly toasted, and completely made my night. 

My husband and I both had the mushrooms with goat cheese as a starter, which was incredible. Warm and buttery and full of flavor. We both loved it. The cheese was perfectly broiled over the mushrooms.

We then had the pork belly main course with a side of mash. The potatoes were sweet, which didn't suit my husband, but I loved them. The pork belly was incredibly tender and flavorful. The pureed yam and spinach on the plate were excellent accompaniments. 

The services was perfect. We loved everything about our meal here. If we ever come back to London, we will likely return to this restaurant.

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Just had a pre-theatre set menu meal here. The service was fabulous, as was the setting and style of the restaurant. We were there with my 5 month old baby and the staff were incredibly attentive and went out of their way to accommodate us. It's a lovely restaurant, smart, clean with a good ambience. The food is decent portions and a decent variety and of a high standard. We had a smoked duck dish to start, delicious! I had a salmon dish as a main which was a good sized portion but didn't float my boat, I don't think salmon and orange segments should be put together and it didn't work! My sister had the chicken roulade which was lovely. 

Only reason I didn't give 5 stars is the salmon/orange combo as mentioned above and the fact that the service could have been a tad quicker-only mention as for a pre-theatre booking we were then 1hr and 45min- wasn't the fastest service ever. Would recommend to friends and I would eat there again. The pre-theatre menu is incredibly good value at 16.50 for 2 courses and the house wine was 24 pounds a bottle, not cheap but not bad for a hotel.

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I would not have found this restaurant had it not been for Groupon but they had the perfect deal on (executive food + champagne) on at the right time (wedding anniversary) so I thought it was a happy & lucky coincidence and it WAS. The champagne was really good and didn't leave you with that horrible 'cheap champagne' hangover that I hear about. My husband doesn't even LIKE champagne and he thought it was delicious. I don't even eat meat (at least not for the past fifteen years) but his venison looked and smelled so good I had to give it a taste and I have to say that if that is what I have to look forward to with eating meat, animals would not be SAFE! LOL It was juicy and tender and very well done indeed. I had the pan fried seabass and it was just the way I like fish, dry and crispy on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside. It needed a bit of lemon for my taste and the waiter was back in a flash with half a lemon for me with no problem at all. It was relatively deserted (Sunday 7pm) but we like sort of 'off peak' hours where we can enjoy ourselves without a lot of racket and besides that you get all the attention of the wait staff.
Food  Excellent
Service  Excellent
I probably would come here again even WITHOUT a Groupon.

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To sum it up - Fabulous. We dined at Petrichor last night and from the bubbles to begin to the desserts (and dessert wine!) the experience was top notch.  Upon arrival we were seated and menus presented, champagne was poured and a trio of butters with fresh baked (warm) breads offered to wet the appetite. I asked to try 2 wines (being indecisive!) there were poured promptly and allowed me to choose a lovely bottle to complement our menu choices. I can highly recommend to Baron Syrah, the wine menu is manageable and well chosen. Just enough variation.  Starters of Smoked duck and roast quail were both sublime. Served perfectly cooked and the presentation was stunning (this was a running theme). The slivers of duck with the poached egg won my vote - well seasoned and delicious.  Mains we opted for the Suffolk chicken which was served ballotine style stuffed with a truffle mix. Very well balanced as the truffle was not over powering and the subtle chicken flavours still came through. Not an easy feat! Irish beef was served medium rare (as ordered) and the knife slipped through the cut. Served on a bed of creamy mash - this is any meat lovers dream dish. Highly recommended.  We ordered sides of hand cut chips and steamed veg. The vegetables had to be sent back as it was overcooked, limp and luke warm. I'm not going to dwell on this as it did not effect my overall opinion of the quality and cooking we experienced. Everyone makes mistakes. It was removed, apologies made and we were not charged.  To finish the baked Alaska was well executed with a crisp meringue however the chocolate avalanche stole the show - I wont spoil the surprise but any chocoholic will die happy after this dish. Stunning!  Thank you to the staff and compliments to the chef - last night was one to remember.

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Such a lovely restaurant. We always stay at The Cavendish when we visit London. We eat in the restaurant as the food and service are amazing and they serve pre theatre suppers.

Petrichor at The Cavendish London – Luxury British Dining Near St James

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Menu Overview for Petrichor at The Cavendish London.

Nestled in the heart of London on Jermyn Street, Petrichor at The Cavendish London offers a delightful dining experience infused with British culinary traditions. The restaurant showcases a menu that celebrates seasonal ingredients, delivering both familiar and innovative dishes that appeal to food lovers.

Begin your culinary journey with exquisite starters that entice the palate. Options may include:

Scallops with Pork Belly – perfectly paired for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Mushrooms with Goat Cheese – Warm and buttery, a perfect beginning.

Smoked Duck and Roast Quail – Served with a poached egg for a delightful combination.

Main courses at Petrichor reflect a commitment to high-quality ingredients and culinary craftsmanship. Highlights include:

Suffolk Chicken Ballotine – Stuffed with a delicate truffle mix.

Irish Beef – Cooked to perfection, served with creamy mash.

Pan Fried Seabass – Crisp on the outside, tender inside with a lemon touch.

Wrap up your meal with decadent desserts that promise to satisfy any sweet tooth. Don’t miss:

Chocolate Avalanche – A show-stopping dessert that melts in your mouth.

Baked Alaska – A classic treat with a modern twist.

Complement your meal with an exceptional selection of drinks, including:

A curated wine list – Featuring both local and international selections to enhance your dining experience.

Artisan cocktails – Crafted with fresh ingredients for a unique twist.

Petrichor also offers unique specials that change regularly, ensuring that each visit is met with fresh and exciting options. Pair your meal with a specially selected wine or opt for the pre-theatre menu that provides excellent value.

Dine in style at Petrichor, a chic restaurant in London's The Cavendish. Savor exquisite cuisine and luxurious ambiance at 81 Jermyn Street. Book now!

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