Deep in the beating heart of The Savoy hotel, diners have basked in the opulence of the Thames Foyer since its restoration in 2010, and now it was my turn. But was it any good? Time to find out...
Ideal for:
Lovers of an intimate, live performance
Dining with a musical twist
Casual gatherings
Ambience & Décor
The extravagant, luxurious, and ostentatious décor is akin to the venerable stature of The Savoy hotel. The ornate central Gazebo, decorative Corinthian columns and comfy seating felt like a salon for the nouveau riche and aristocracy. The live Jazz was captivating and kudos to the singer with her effervescent singing. The overall ambience created was enjoyable.
Service
From the moment we sat to when we left 3 hours later, the service was immaculate. It was the kind of service expected at such fine establishment, and I am glad it did not disappoint.
Food
The genuine wild smoked Scottish Salmon with pickled cucumber, chives cream cheese and rye bread toast (left) was simple and unspectacular. Thankfully the portion was ample with the chive cream cheese being the highlight.
To be frank, despite having an extensive mains list, it lacked the ‘wow’ factor.
The Grill Hereford rib-eye (right) was a flavoursome and a quality cut of meat. It was comparable to many steak restaurants. The creamed potato was wonderfully creamy and buttery, and a great foil to the steak. The large portion was welcomed and unexpected in such establishment. Whilst not the best steak and potato combination I have had, it did not fail to disappoint.
Having played it safe for the main and starter, I went for Citrus on the Rock (left). This was a hollowed out frozen grapefruit that cocooned a grapefruit sorbet rested on a bed of earl grey rocks topped with a honey tuile. The ‘Rock’ of ice kept the dessert cold and added visual appeal. Garnishing the dessert was a tangy citrus foam that was not sickly, nor did it get stuck in your mouth. Sadly, the taste did not live up to the hype. The foam felt superfluous and the sorbet was unduly tangy. Whilst not a problem for me, this can ruin taste palates. The earl grey rocks were a nice twist, but the honey tuile's subtlety was lost in the harsher citric tones.
The all-round dining experience with the extravagant setting and live jazz was a real treat. Whilst the service was also on point, the food sadly fell short. Given the hefty price tags per course, more dishes in the limited menu need a 'wow factor'. B+ rating I think is apt.
Photos of The Thames Foyer and more can be found on Instagram here.
Final grade: B+
Final comment: Opulent. Extravagant. Vibrant. Exorbitant. Four words that sum it up.
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