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Chez Bruce

Restaurant French restaurant Fine dining restaurant Modern european restaurant

One of the Top rated Fine dining restaurants in London


Address

2 Bellevue Rd, London SW17 7EG, United Kingdom

Website

www.chezbruce.co.uk

Contact

+44 20 8672 0114

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: (Good Friday), 12 to 2 PM, 6 to 9:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 12 to 2 PM, 6 to 9:30 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 3 PM, 7 to 9 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 12 to 2 PM, 6 to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 2 PM, 6 to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 2 PM, 6 to 9 PM

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  • 5/5 Terri G. 1 year ago on Google • 618 reviews
    The best dinner and dining experience we’ve had in the UK since we arrived 15 months ago. Just wished we had gone here sooner as we move back to the US in a couple months . So many people recommended it and we finally had the opportunity to fit it in. Chef Bruce, his staff and the restaurant itself were all amazing. We were so impressed with Bruce’s presence and his hospitality. We felt so welcomed, and we felt he and his entire staff cared about our experience. And now to the food. Just fabulous. I’m mostly vegetarian and their aubergine dish was mouth watering! My husband had the Chateaubriand and loved it. Thank you to the entire staff at the restaurant. We highly recommend this restaurant
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alan T. 1 year ago on Google
    Chez Bruce is, for me, the definition of hospitality. Perfect service, perfect food (generous portions too!), perfect view from the upstairs dining room. If I lived locally, I would come at least once a month. Wandsworth, you don't know how lucky you are.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wen 9 months ago on Google • 396 reviews
    Unassuming Michelin where the menu sounds classic but each dish had something that stood out. The staff were lovely and super accommodating with menu changes. Very good value for a starred place. Matched the quality.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gilo 3 months ago on Google • 99 reviews New
    Another fantastic lunch at this old classic which never fails to deliver across the board. Simply amazing food. The foie gras is a must when visiting Chez Bruce especially when accompanied by a glass of sauternes which we followed with the venison and finished with the creme brûlée. An absolute Christmas treat.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 domi h. 1 month ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    SHOCKING CUSTOMER SERVICE !! After going through some tough time , I thought I treat my missus to a high end food restaurant on Valentine’s Day but turned out to be a very low end customer service !! Made a booking via and prepaid £190 only food ! After exchanging couple emails with Amy about the timing , we settled at 9:15pm . First , no confirmation call was made prior to the booking?! Anyway we turn out at the door and only to find out that pram’s were not allowed in a rude way , soon as host saw us . She goes “ oh we don’t allow Prams , let me call the manager “ . Terrible way to greet someone . Lady manager comes over and instead of trying to find a solution for the situation , she was looking to blame and try to hold the deposit we paid and making nonsense comments “ we full capacity tonight and have no space “ ?! Certainly didn’t want our money on the right way ! I looked and the table where we supposed to sit and said that there plenty space to place the pram ? She simply refused and said it’s not safe ?! Another round table right at the back was empty and could’ve easily shuffled things around hidden us away as I don’t think there was any “ safe “ or capacity issue but simply they didn’t want a pram there . At 9:25 got kicked out and there’s goes my night totally ruined . My missus and I work in hospitality for the past 10 years and our situation was dealt in worse possible way ! Disappointing to say the least !
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 andy b. 1 year ago on Google
    Went for a birthday celebration. Service was impeccable start to finish and food to match. Food was extremely well prepared and portions were very good as well. Menu is small but exciting and varies all the time. Would happily go back!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing Sunday lunch, food and service was stupendous. Love the lamb kidney and crispy tongue, the seasoning and texture was absolutely beautiful, and my main course was cooked to perfection, a bit duck liver and the duck breast was unbelievable! Apple crumble with caramel ice cream and clotted cream have made the happy ending. Definitely will visit again!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Richard A. 2 years ago on Google
    Sometimes you wish you could give out 6 stars, as Chez Bruce is pretty much perfect - I've been a number of times and there's no more reliable top class dining. From the service (outstanding, friendly, thoughtful and charismatic) to the food to the wine, everything is top quality. Simply cannot recommend the place enough.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roman F. 2 years ago on Google
    Often when we decide on a restaurant to visit it’ll be because of reviews on Google Maps, Tripadvisor or the like. However with Chez Bruce that wasn’t the case. We went because everyone who’d already been told us it was brilliant - and they weren’t wrong. We would have visited before, but we mistakenly thought it’d take ages to get there from Central London. In fact, even though no trains were running from Victoria to Wandsworth Common - the nearest train station - on the day of our visit, it was still only around a 30 minute trip by bus. Our reservation was for lunch at 1pm but we rocked up at midday and hoped we could maybe grab a drink and get served a bit earlier. Instead we were escorted straight to our table - bonus! We perused the menu whilst munching our complimentary Parmesan crackers. Chez Bruce doesn’t offer a tasting menu so a bit of thought was required, and this led as to a smoked salmon and leek wrap each for starter, one chicken and one pork for main and a carafe of white wine to share. We also had a lovely aperitif of a zingy blood orange Martini each and enjoyed an excellent salty focaccia before the meal began. The starters were tremendous. Salmon, colour of the deepest, er, salmon, wrapped in a thin, crunchy leek parcel which sat in a sharp and sour sauce, all with a pleasant background of dill. It was joined on the plate by two light, smoky eel croquettes. Our mains were equally as good. My chicken breast had not a hint of dryness and came with a ballotine of chicken leg meat, buttery potatoes and a subtle but delicious truffle veloute. The bite of pork cheek I tried from the other main was so tender it was like inhaling meaty air, and the morsel of apple tart with black pudding reminded me of a tarte tatin, but with a hint of savoury saltiness. For dessert we both chose creme brûlée and that’s exactly what we got. No bells and whistles, not even a coulis or berries, just silky custard richly speckled with vanilla and a bitter and crunchy but light burnt sugar topping. Perfect. A flat white each after our food and we were done. Chez Bruce is a wonderfully relaxed and unpretentious place. All our servers made us feel welcome and there was none of the stuffiness of some Michelin-starred establishments. In fact the greatest compliment I can pay Chez Bruce is to say that anyone who might ordinarily feel intimidated and bewildered by a Michelin-starred restaurant would feel at ease here. They wouldn’t be daunted by tasting menus with dishes they might not like. Instead they could just enjoy fantastically cooked and presented food at, for the quality, a pretty reasonable price. We certainly did.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Matt R. 1 year ago on Google • 109 reviews
    A fancy restaurant ideal for a special occasion with friends and family. The only real let down for us was the positioning of our table essentially being in a walkway and having numerous waiters passing us constantly, to the point where it was unnerving and meant that we never fully relaxed. I understand that the restaurant was fully booked, but I made my reservation three months in advance to ensure a space for my partner’s birthday and yet it felt like we were put on a table that shouldn’t really be in the restaurant. All the food was really tasty and portion sizes were generous, so the price point felt justified. The Chateaubriand steaks were a particular highlight. The only slight let down was that when my partner ordered the cheese board, the waitress didn’t advise that it was for two people, despite the menu not stating that either - and instead just laughed when it was served and at that moment decided to inform us. We ended the meal by asking for decaf espresso martinis, but judging by the night’s sleep my partner and I had later that evening, they were not decaf.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Otto 1 year ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Second time at Chez Bruce - this time celebrating birthday and everything was just impeccable. Great service, amazing food and lively ambiance. The rabbit pasta was absolutely delicious as was the tandoori monkfish. We would eat their focaccia and shortbread every day if we could. Can’t wait to go back - thank you!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James S. 3 years ago on Google
    Well done for providing a great haven in these diffcult times - excellent food and service thanks. Please stay open for as long as you can to keep us sane!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dr Amir H. 1 year ago on Google
    French food with a London twist. Perfectly cooked. Large portions backed by impeccable and considerate service. Nice to meet Bruce himself too. Will definitely return
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul P. 4 years ago on Google
    Thank you Amy and the team for making my 50th birthday lunch so memorable! Starting with a visit from Bruce to send his wishes, usual high level of service, food memorable, all my guests very happy, a definite success! Looking forward to returning (downstairs) very soon!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karl 1. 4 years ago on Google
    High-end Modern French dining, fine wines and an extensive cheese board in a simply decorated space.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karen C. 1 year ago on Google • 141 reviews
    Delicious food and superb wine list! We had Valentine’s Day dinner there and were blown away by the immaculately prepared dishes. I started with the salmon app, cod main, and warm chocolate cake for dessert. I would highly recommend all of them. The cheese course was amazing as well, and the lobster raviolo and the monk fish. The portions are very large so I probably wouldn’t have had 3 courses when I go next time. But all in all delicious!

  • 5/5 Jacqueline R. 5 months ago on Google • 99 reviews
    Excellent customer services, wonderful food, and great wines! Perfect evening out..

  • 5/5 Kevin L. 1 year ago on Google • 63 reviews
    I love dining at Chez Bruce. I try and go every year! Very reasonably priced for a Michelin star restaurant and always a culinary delight. Staff are very attentive and Bruce himself may come out and say hello if you're lucky. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Duncan W. 3 weeks ago on Google • 48 reviews New
    Chez Bruce has quietly been doing its thing, better than everyone else for many years. The restaurant is just classy, through and through and feels well balanced, value-wise considering its competition. The staff are so attentive and observant as well. How lucky we are to have it on our doorstep....

  • 5/5 Ping Z. 2 months ago on Google • 45 reviews New
    I like the food and the way it is. Great experience as always

  • 5/5 Tsang B. 1 month ago on Google • 36 reviews New
    Ridiculously good wine list, unassuming but superbly done European cuisine, and warm and professional service. Flawless.

  • 5/5 Apex01 2 months ago on Google • 16 reviews New
    Great meal, not cheap but worth it. Lobster ravioli a highlight

  • 5/5 Lee F. 1 year ago on Google • 5 reviews
    I found the whole experience at Chez Bruce amazing the personal touch and personality of the staff was fantastic especially Alex and Debora was out of this world, blew Gordon Ramsey, and Hide clear out of the water in my estimation. I will definitely be returning here for the amazing food and service, the Parmesan biscuits I had two helpings got the recipe and made some today. For my birthday treat some deep heart felt memories where made here. Can’t wait till I go back again loved it what an experience ❤️.

  • 5/5 Alex W. 4 years ago on Google
    Good food, good service, good value.

  • 5/5 Patricia A. 4 years ago on Google
    Great food. Authentic French food. The owner came over and introduced himself. I thought that was a nice touch. Looking forward to going back soon.

  • 5/5 Charles L. 4 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food

  • 5/5 Katy P. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food

  • 3/5 Yvonne P. 4 years ago on Google
    After the first visit there about 2/3 years ago when we were wowed in every respect, we were very disappointed! Barely mediocre( for their fame!)

  • 5/5 James W. 1 year ago on Google
    Well you need to treat yourself occasionally. Perhaps I shouldn't have had two dishes with game - wish I had ordered the scallops for starter instead, however that takes nothing away from the quality of food, the wonderful presentation and the huge amount of flavour. Generally pretty rich food - the game pithivier was especially superb. I could quite happily come here every month. Definitely on the pricey side, for my standards anyway - think we spent £130 each on food and drink. Service also excellent. As you'd expect.

  • 5/5 ANNIE M. 1 year ago on Google
    I've had some amazing meals in some wondrous locations but goodness me what a joyous surprise to the taste buds was had here. The little touches, the wines, the professional and unstuffy staff, all goes to make an unforgettable dining experience. Each dish is clearly skilfully created and the flavours (oh the flavours) are off the scale... How good too not to have to speak loudly over unwanted muzak while we dined. Even if you're not celebrating you will feel that you are once you step into this beautifully simple space ... fabulous

  • 4/5 H T. 10 months ago on Google
    Celebrating passing an exam and finally got to try Chez Bruce as I’m a huge fan of Medlar. They offer free corkage on Sunday evening this summer. Had the cavatelli with veal cheek and calf sweetbread. Delicious with a 1986 Cos! Service was great and attentive. Will come back

  • 5/5 Klarisse M. 4 months ago on Google
    We had aubergine and lobster for starters. Both were fantastic! The main that stood out was the wild mushrooms. The whole ambiance inside was warm and welcoming. I would've enjoyed seeing a more cohesive art collection though, but that's being nit-picky! The most important thing is that their food was beyond this world :D

  • 5/5 Dane W. 2 years ago on Google
    Great restaurant for fine dining. Superb service and exquisite food. We’ve been here as a couple or as a group of friends. It never disappoints.

  • 5/5 Local D. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food with some very imaginative and fun menu options. The staff were impeccable and brilliant hosts, without being overbearing or pestering, which is a hard balance to hit. We felt entirely looked after, the food was absolutely spectacular and the atmosphere was great too in the restaurant. For the quality of service and food the prices were actually very reasonable. We'll definitely be coming again for a treat.

  • 5/5 Gary L. 1 year ago on Google
    Unlike many fine dining establishments, Chez Bruce offers a casual atmosphere, substantially sized dishes and non-stuffy service. Expect to be looked after, dazzled by flavours and to leave feeling well and truly stuffed. The remarkably high rating is well earned and worth your visit to the South of London. The Roast Veal with Oxtail Croquettes and Lobster Raviolo come highly recommended, as well as the Veal Chop special (that jus!) if you're lucky enough to catch it.

  • 5/5 Donall B. 1 year ago on Google
    Hard to find fault - great menu, wonderful wine list and nice atmosphere. Decor a little dated, definitely felt like a style that could do with some updating. Staff were excellent, but our waiter named Jude went above and beyond to make sure we had a great night. Crème brûlée and the strawberry martini were a highlight m.

  • 5/5 Jason S. 3 years ago on Google
    What can you say. It's a London icon and deservedly so. Fantastic food and service in a relaxed atmosphere. They offer free corkage at certain times of the year, which makes it a great bargain.

  • 5/5 Anthony D. 3 years ago on Google
    A favourite!

  • 5/5 Sam D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good as ever.

  • 5/5 Mei Ling C. 3 years ago on Google
    The food is out of the world

  • 5/5 Kevin M. 3 years ago on Google
    Phenomenal food and service every time we've been. Couldn't recommend more highly.

  • 5/5 Tom G. 3 years ago on Google
    South London's best restaurant?

  • 5/5 Sam M. 3 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 Edward L. 3 years ago on Google
    Classy, understated and superb value for money

  • 5/5 Eustaquio Z. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect and incredible menú. All's good!!!! Yumm!!!

  • 5/5 Mat M. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing lockdown business lunch, please support this restaurant - absolute tragedy of this place closes 🥰

  • 5/5 Ashton C. 3 years ago on Google
    The seafood tartare was unbelievable. I would go back alone for this. The entree's were enjoyable and quite delicious, but the most memorable component of the meal was the tartare. Even the bread options when you first arrive are ridiculously scrumptious. I had the onion quiche as a starter and it was more than pleasant.

  • 5/5 Ruth L. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing, amazing, amazing! It was great to be able to visit Chez Bruce again on its first day of reopening following the COVID restrictions. Bruce and the team didn’t disappoint and it’s hardly surprising that the restaurant was full. You smashed the new version of the cheese board too!

  • 5/5 Philipos 3 years ago on Google
    Great fine dining experience with highly professional service whilst also being engaging and friendly. Good food done exceptionally well....all the food components had great flavour and combined well together and were cooked perfectly.

  • 5/5 Robin R. 4 years ago on Google
    It's been sometime since we dined here but very glad we came back to celebrate a birthday. We had a lovely three course meal. Staff were very friendly and attentive and the food was excellent. See photos enclosed.

  • 5/5 Drew J. 3 years ago on Google
    Simply fabulous. The whole meal was delicious. Hot parmesan pastry bites at start which melted in the mouth. Delicious breads. All our dishes were wonderful. Cod cooked to perfection. Venison rich and tender. The cheese board is to die for! Service is friendly and helpful. Ambience is special but relaxed.

  • 5/5 a g. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, great service. Small menu, but it was hard to choose because all the options were incredibly appetising. I would recommend the lobster raviolo, well worth the supplement. They seem to be pretty busy post-Covid, but they managed to rearrange the tables pretty well for compliant social distancing.

  • 5/5 Ed B. 3 years ago on Google
    Having refurbished during lockdown, Chez Bruce has reopened and maintained everything that was fantastic about it pre-lockdown. The food is outstanding, the service is impeccable but it's retained the 'neighbourhood bistro' feel that makes it cozy and relaxed. The cheese course stands out still and as Bruce himself said after visiting our table, "it's what we do here." We look forward to returning.

  • 5/5 JayDee E. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a beautiful thing, going for a meal and being so warmly treated. The definition of hospitality. Wondered institution with lovely staff and great food.

  • 5/5 Paul A. 3 years ago on Google
    Food excellent, best cheese board ever. Service excellent, like it that Bruce wanders by for a chat!

  • 5/5 Lesley H. 3 years ago on Google
    Had a lovely relaxing lunch good food friendly staff warm atmosphere, was welcomed by Bruce himself nice touch!!

  • 5/5 Abbie B. 3 years ago on Google
    We experienced the delicious food at this lovely restaurant. Happy to visit again.

  • 5/5 Brian W. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely restaurant, lovely food, very engaging staff.

  • 5/5 Maria Dolores L. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, service and place

  • 5/5 Sharon R. 3 years ago on Google
    First time back since February & we were really looking forward to going. It never disappoints, if everything gets better, if possible. Everything was perfect, meeting Bruce, who was chatting to every table was great, as was the sommelier & waiting crew. Food was delicious. Thank you

  • 4/5 Alex T. 3 years ago on Google
    Really enjoyed the meal on the whole. My favourite dish was the lobster & crab ravioli which was excellent and the sommelier recommended an excellent wine from Master of None to go with the food we chose. The only slight let down were the crackers on the cheese board. Half of them appeared to be crackers Jacob’s make which I think we have moved on from in 2020, especially given the quality of the likes of Peter’s Yard sourdough crispbreads. The onion tart was nice though but a chutney wouldn’t have gone amiss. Overall, a really nice meal and we thought the atmosphere, despite covid, was really good.

  • 5/5 Oscar H. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food and amazing atmosphere, even with covid restrictions. The owner was extremely friendly and the staff were extremely helpful. Brilliant experience.

  • 5/5 patrick de s. 3 years ago on Google
    The best local restaurant for south London ever. Lovely service and fabulous food. Truly excellent.

  • 5/5 Bronson P. 3 years ago on Google
    The place serves big portions and for reasonable pricing. super friendly staff. 5 stars.

  • 5/5 Susan H. 3 years ago on Google
    I had not been before but went with family for a birthday lunch here. I was suprised, a very good meal (went on a sunday, and was pleased see no typical sunday lunch menu!) Yes it is expensive, but the food was good, the service was good although maybe a tad slow, but in general well worth a visit or two.

  • 5/5 Edward W. 3 years ago on Google
    My favourite!

  • 5/5 Desmond O. 3 years ago on Google
    This is a diamond of a restaurant, have been a few times and never fails. Food is top top class, constantly amazes me and its fantastic value. Great location and homely feel in the restaurant.

  • 5/5 Theodor W. 3 years ago on Google
    Pretty cool, restaurant and has some top cocktails too! Prices are high, but you get what you pay for!

  • 5/5 Gislason G. 3 years ago on Google
    Simply fabulous. The whole meal was delicious. Hot parmesan pastry bites at start which melted in the mouth. Delicious breads. All our dishes were wonderful. Cod cooked to perfection. Venison rich and tender. The cheese board is to die for! Service is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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