Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Primrose Hill/Chalk Farm

Dining at Core by Clare Smyth is nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment you step into the elegantly understated space, you’re welcomed by an atmosphere that perfectly balances sophistication and warmth. Every detail, from the attentive service to the inviting ambiance, is thoughtfully curated. The menu is a celebration of British ingredients, transformed into unforgettable dishes. Each course tells a story through layers of flavor and texture, blending tradition with innovation. Clare Smyth’s ability to elevate humble ingredients to something extraordinary is truly remarkable. What sets Core apart is how it makes every guest feel special. The staff’s genuine passion and attention to detail ensure a flawless experience from start to finish. Dining at Core by Clare Smyth isn’t just a meal—it’s an unforgettable event and, for me, the pinnacle of fine dining. Quite simply, it’s my favorite restaurant in the world!

Professional service from start to finish. A glass of Prosecco was a welcome start to the fixed price meal. Carefully prepared dishes were focussed and precise. The veloute was creamy, the pork belly was succulent but not fatty, the venison was tender and pink. Four (different) puddings were idiosyncratic and delicious. The wine list is comprehensive and an Australian Chardonnay was ripe, fruity and good value. Coffee came with petit fours.

Nice decor and ambiance (and spotless loo). The lady we had serving was very nice and efficient. The food was all good. We stuck with classic carpaccio followed by pizza, a seafood pasta and ice cream. So simple choices but all very well presented and delicious. More adventurous items are available of course.

We had a wonderful family lunch with beautiful views over the park and beyond. Notable dishes were crab and sweetcorn soup, fried squid, a delicious selection of dim sum and the duck which was outstanding and we had the noodle option which was delicious and the gai lan with garlic. The staff were super attentive even anticipating that my elderly mother might need arms for the chair. We had a very happy and memorable lunch and look forward to coming back again soon. Even though we no longer live in London we plan a visit around Ming Jiang!

I went there for my daughter’s birthday, and we had a lovely dinner. The food was very delicious and the staff were extra friendly. Mr Chow is one of my favorite restaurants in London. It is highly recommended.