The Midland Grand Dining Room Restaurant King’s Cross

Let me start off by complimenting the design and atmosphere of this place. What an absolutely beautiful room with its enormously high ceiling and exquisite decor elements, where you get to sit and enjoy your night (or lunch, albeit the late night vibe definitely only adds to the setting)!

The food was, without a doubt, great. I, personally, loved the beetroot salad, especially how all the seemingly diverse elements of it came together to form a flavor that I still passionately remember. Roasted cod was smooth in flavor and of a respectable portion size. Crab toast, personally for me, did not make me feel that “must try” feeling after eating it, as it was pointed out by other reviews, nor was I satisfied with the portion size. I would rather blame my high expectations, rather than the dish itself in this case. Lastly, the peach&chestnut souffle. We founds its softer consistency a bit unusual, but that did not stop us to fully enjoy the flavor that it brought with it! Definitely recommend it as a dessert, but be aware, they do change the flavor of it!

Service was without a doubt exceptional and attentive, both at the entrance and during our stay.

The only problem was the location of our table. It felt like a highway, with waiters constantly running around with food and wine bottles right past us, occasionally bumping into my elbow and dropping kitchenware next to us.

If you like the grand style with a light touch then this may well be for you. One of many places to eat @stpancrasren this super comfortable and slightly lavish room was a find for us last Sunday. The food was beautifully served but I would have to say that taste felt like an afterthought to the theatre of great presentation and service. For example the asparagus (above) was well sauced but completely flavourless. The lobster however was sightly and delicious. Above also observe the duck, cooked two ways – legs perfectly confit(ed) but the breasts served rare-ish were not good eating. Carrots and potato by contrast were spot on.
Service was chatty and ebullient and a brace of superb deserts including a memorable chocolate cake finished our stylish meal on a high.

We went there for Valentine’s Day and needless to say, we will back next year. The place, the service, the food, the atmosphere – they contributed to an unforgettable evening. We had the fixed diner menu which was fantastic, the taste was wow. I highly recommend this place, even for a nice drink in their bar area!

I was very sceptical about this place. I expected it to be style over substance, as it’s very rare to find such an opulent restaurant whose food matches its aesthetic. I was pleasantly surprised.

Food executed perfectly (I’m a chef, you can trust this statement!), plating elegant and not overdone, excellent wine, faultless service which was attentive and friendly (again, something you wouldn’t expect in an establishment like this). Even the aesthetic was stunning but not over-embellished, just showcasing the beauty of gothic architecture.

The snails bourguingnon was a creative and very effective use of snails. Fish cooked perfectly with well balanced sauces, soufflé was high and proud with a recognisable, powerful flavour (hard to achieve in a soufflé!). Even the rum raisin ice cream was notable – silky in texture and super boozy. Crème caramel was one of the best I’ve had. Would love a peek at their recipes! Very impressed at what is achieved here and can’t wait to be back.

A somewhat hidden gem. Stupendously good food, perfect service and classics absolutely nailed! A late edition to one of my favourite meals of the year. Faultless meal, drinks and setting.