Made a lunch time visit to The Capital, to see how it fairs under “newish” head chef Jérôme Ponchelle, compared to my last visit when Eric Chavot was running the kitchen.
It was actually impossible to judge as the set lunch was very different from my last à la carte experience. However that is not to say it was not excellent, it was. Well worth it, especially the amazing portion of lamb carved at the table. Delicious.
They had a good selection of wines by the glass. Prices were typically between £8.00 and £12.00 a glass, so ordering bottles was a better deal. We got through a very full bodied bottle of Gewürztraminer which went well with the Lobster and Langoustine Bisque and a smooth New Zealand Pinot Noir that was perfect for the Lamb.
The Capital restaurant is actually well worth a visit, comfortable rather than fashionable, which has to be a good thing.
It did lose its two Michelin stars this year, but that is certainly not going to stop me returning.
Marks out of 10
Food 6.9
Service 6.9
Ambience 6.9