CORE by Clare Smyth
Notting Hill · London
Clare Smyth's restaurant on Kensington Park Road celebrates British produce with warmth and precision. Less formal in feel than the Mayfair hotel dining rooms, and just as hard to book.
Book early
Three-star tables often release reservations 30 to 90 days ahead and fill within hours. Set a reminder, or ask your hotel concierge.
Dress the room
Smart is the rule; a jacket is expected in most palace-hotel dining rooms, and some still require a tie.
Tell them in advance
Allergies, dislikes and celebrations are best mentioned when booking, not at the table.
Lunch is the secret
Many starred kitchens serve a shorter lunch menu at a fraction of the dinner price, with the same hands at the stove.
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Source: Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026. Checked 9 October 2026. Gentlemen's Atlas is not affiliated with this venue.
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