Perfect and original breakfast. I liked the homely made feeling of the buffet. The rustic feel of the decoration is very nice. The food is good and service is ok
We took an exceptional late breakfast at the Ampersand Hotel. Very attentive service, well cooked food accompanied by the smell of freshly brewed coffee. Definitely worth a visit.
I had a really enjoyable breakfast
The food was great
Service excellent
Place is quite and a way from steer noise
Staff is super friendly
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Hidden Gem. Been here twice now and still find the entrance to be unnoticed. When you enter down the staircase it opens up into a high stool bar around a big table then leading to the underground seating area.
Food on the menu were fresh and seasonal. We had the deep fried courgette flowers stuffed with ricotta, swordfish and greens green leaf salad and watermelon and elder flower sorbet.
Fantastic food with an expected price tag!
We have eaten breakfast here every day now for the past week. Food is quite good, service not so much when busy.
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I need to climb out of the Michelin boat but I rarely find a restaurant that makes it a worthy venture. I am pleased to say that Apero Restaurant at The Ampersand hotel has truly convinced me.
Apero is a restaurant serving Mediterranean inspired food with delicious flavours and beautiful colours. Located below ground level in Hotel Ampersand, very close to South Kensington tube station, Apero has a cozy feel with Spanish tiled floor and exposed brick. We have been to Apero for brunch a few times and have always found the service to be warm, attentive, casual and relaxed – perfect for a weekend meal. Apero is another great place to go to with kids before hitting the museums in South Kensington. Some of the best dishes at Apero over brunch / Sunday lunch are: Turkish style poached eggs with yoghurt, chili and avocado Kohlrabli and green apple salad served with gem lettuce, dill (and some bright flowers) Wild mushrooms, poached eggs on onion bread with Hollandaise sauce Vanilla and passion fruit cupcakes (with cream icing) – not laden with sugar Tur
Walking through the doors of Apero you really would have no idea that from the outside, this stunning restaurant exists on the inside. Shiny white tiles adorn the walls, cool turquoise leather chairs fill the room and an array of lighting which looks as if it was put together from a set design from Heal's illuminat
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South Kensington is far from my usual haunt. A lack of places which excite me combined with a modest limit on my credit card means that my visits are few and far between. However, today I'm here for the Natural History Museum, primarily to see the newly displayed stegosaur fossil but in the process, working up an appetite even a dinosaur can empathise with. So with that, I quickly found myself at my South Kensington go-to place Apero.
Located in the basement of the Ampersand Hotel, I've grown quite fond of Apero and it's menu of clean and honest food at prices which aren't wholly extortionate considering its location and setting. Meals here are always relaxed and service is good making for an overall pleasant experience.
I've included pics from previous meals (these being the full english, avocado & poached egg, the beetroot rissoto and the kohlrabi & apple salad) but on this visit, we opted for a light lunch of avocado, feta and olives on grilled sourdough with poached eggs and a plate of the poached eggs, chestnut hummus, roast butternut tabbouleh and smoked aubergine with polenta bread though it took a lot of restraint not to order the buttermilk fried chicken - in hindsight, I wish I had but post-Christmas guilt makes you do funny things; next time.
Both dishes were solid with what was effectively my mezze plate of dips and bread bring a particular highlight. Initial thoughts that it wouldn't be very substantial were immediately quashed when the meal arrived and it actually ended up being quite the challenge to finish it. The avocado on toast, simple as it may be, was fine and a dish which would suit any occasion.
So all up, another solid meal from a restaurant I've come to know I can depend on. If you're in the area, I suggest you do the same - it sure has hell beats that stale museum muffin!
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Tuesday was a special occasion. I had arranged for a wine tasting event for some close friends and members of my soon to be open wine club.
I had called Apero to book a table for 10 and when they told me they had a private dining room called the "wine room", I booked it straight away.
Apero is located in the basement of the Ampersand hotel in South Kensington where French is the official language and well heeled mamans lunch.
The room was beautiful, with wine cabinets full of bottles and glasses lining up the walls, it was the perfect setting for our dinner.
There was another reason why I booked this place: I could take my own wine (with £20 corkage).
I had preselected the 4 course menu:buratta with truffle honey, safron risotto with bottarga,rib of beef,truffled potatoes and green beans,cheese and finally, my favorite desert,tiramisu.
You would have guessed,Apero s cuisine draws heavily from Mediterranean flavour.
Bread came to the table very promptly and wow, what a bread! To me, culturally, bread is key. And any French/Italian/Spanish/Germanrestaurant that respects itself (and its clients) should be able to produce good bread. After all,if you cant do that basic right, should you be in the business? The bread there was fresh, soft,tasty and full of flavour. Hats off.
Chef Chris Golding food is unpretentious but full of flavour and very well executed.
The buratta was fresh and firm, the truffle adding that punchy flavour to the milkiness and softbess of the cheese.
Saffron risotto was very good, but maybe lacked a little bit of.....truffle? ;-)
Rib of beef was sliced and brought on sharers plate just like in my home . This added to the concivial atmosphere. It was cooked to perfection, and metling in the mouth.Crunchy beans and , my god, that potatoe mash! Absolute delight.
Cheese was a little disappointing on the selection and portion but very well chosen. Away went the crackeds and more bread came !
The tiramisu was, as expected. No revolution there but still well prepared.
That meal costs a mere £30 exc wine and i have to say that at that price in Kensington this is a bargain. And at lunch time, 3 courses set menu goes for £15! Wow!
Service was good and relaxed but at time a bit slowto attend.I guess being in the function room means you get less attention than in the main restaurant. Our head waiter was very accommodating when it came to wine (we had our own 10 bottles around....).
There's nothing revolutionary or fashionble about Apero. It does not get his wow factor by innovating or by doing incredibly complex gatronomy. But what it does it does very well: unpretentious, fresh, seasonal and flavour packed great food. And for me it works. And at that price, I can see myself there quite often to try Chris' other dishes!
Very well done
It looks anonymous and rather boring from the outside, but Apero is a beautiful little hotel restaurant with a surprisingly good kitchen. I had Full English breakfeast, something that everybody can do, but few do well. This version was remarkable. Except for the beans that were boiled, not heated, each part of the dish was well above expectation.
Table for 8 in front of the bar, lots of traffic and noise from the bar. The restaurant was very stylish but the ambiance was spoilt by the two old ice-cream tubs on the bar.
The food however was beautifully presented, hot, and tasty.
I should add, I had the full English but declined the beans. It appears they doubled up the tomatoes and mushrooms and both were yummy.
Came here today for their premier Jurassic Afternoon Tea. It was well worth our time and all the calories! I must say that the afternoon tea concept is a success. Kudos to the Chef and staff in the kitchen who made all the delicious food! Not forgetting all the staff who attended to us and served the food and drinks. I must mention Jennifer whose hospitality made us feel very welcomed and happy to be there. All in all a superb experience and a memorable one!
Had the three course sharing set menu and it was absolutely delicious. Every meal that came out had great flavour bringing out richness of tiramisù against the starting freshness of the grilled peppers. I very much reccomend the steak which was cooked to perfection.
The place has a lovely atmosphere and decor set up which makes for a good environment for a conversation over food. The staff are very attentive to your needs and food comes relatively fast. Overall would definitely reccomend checking it out.
Amazing, quiet gem near the V&A and South Kensington! Apero is located in the basement of a hotel and has an amazing ambiance. The decor is tasteful, the lighting is dim, and there are small nooks for seating.
Food is very good, with options for snacking, sharing, or for a full meal. Drinks are also very good, with a nice list of cocktails. Service was good as well. Definitely worth a stop
Signage is discreet for this Mediterranean restaurant.
A bit dark walking in and unwelcoming but once inside, it is quite warm and comfortable. Pleasant atmosphere. Food is served on plates to share - family style. I thought the portions were a bit small for sharing except for the beef cheeks with pasta. Interesting cocktail menu. I enjoyed this restaurant. Recommended. Thumbs up if you like my review please.
Loved brunch at Apero. Extremely well priced for South Kensington and great food - would have posted more pictures but it was so good that we started eating as soon as food came!
Relaxing atmosphere and great decor. They also have two private spaces that would be great for a dinner with friends.
Service was so friendly and efficient, and importantly they didn’t judge when we ordered the same things twice 😂
Hope to be back soon and strongly recommend if you’re in the area.
Went to dinner, with high expectations! The ambiance is lovely, modern and cozy. Great drinks. Food was good, we both chose pasta dishes, tasty and delicious.
Pretty good Mediterranean food! This place offers very lively setting and is best for a dinner during busy work weekdays. Service is good, staff is attentive and courteous. Do try harissa prawns and salted ricotta tortelloni. Very delicious.
Awesome restaurant located in the bowels of the Ampersand Hotel. Great staff that’s very attentive. Food is delicious and the ambience is excellent. Fully recommend.
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