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Moncks
of
Dover
Street
is
a
gorgeous
new
brasserie
in
Mayfair.
The
brasserie
runs
quite
far
back
from
the
street,
starting
inside
and
going
out
into
the
light-filled
atrium
at
the
back,
overlooking
a
garden.
It’s
light,
bright
and
stunning.
The
art
deco
interior
gives
off
a
feel
of
being
edgy
with
sophisticated
style.
It’s
elegant
yet
a
little
eccentric.
Our
waiter
Juan
did
everything
possible
to
make
our
visit
enjoyable,
as
did
he
for
the
other
tables
too!
It
made
the
whole
evening
one
impressive
dining
experience.
The
King’s
Negroni
(£11.50)
was
one
fantastic,
smooth
version.
With
Plymouth
gin,
king’s
ginger
liqueur,
martini
rosso
vermouth,
it
had
a
slightly
bitter
edge
from
the
ginger,
but
was
absolutely
delicious.
The
Miller’s
Gin
&
Grapefruit
(£12)
was
a
great
G&T
too.
A
fab
size,
refreshing
and
very
tasty.
Both
of
which
were
perfect
choices
to
start
the
meal.
Moncks
is
open
all-day
every
day
offering
a
contemporary
European
brasserie
menu.
The
main
menu
for
all-day
dining
is
diverse
and
varied,
from
Tuna
carpaccio
and
Truffled
asparagus
through
to
The
Butcher’s
Burger,
Grass-fed
beef
fillet
and
Dover
sole
meunière.
There
are
a
number
of
options
for
starters,
mains,
nibbles
and
desserts.
These
include
a
handful
of
veggie
options,
and
a
couple
of
vegan
ones
including
watercress
soup
and
baked
artichoke.
Starting
small
to
save
space
for
the
main
event
we
opted
for
a
couple
of
small
bites
as
starters.
They
were
the
perfect
size
to
get
things
going,
not
too
filling
and
were
great
for
sharing.
The
spiced
cauliflower
fritters
with
yoghurt
dip
(£5.50)
were
beautifully
spiced,
light
and
fluffy.
They
were
seriously
tasty,
with
a
great
texture.
The
yoghurt
dip
which
accompanied
the
bites
was
made
with
lemon
and
coriander
which
complimented
the
spices
oh
so
well.
The
Smoked
mackerel
pate
with
capers
and
toasted
sourdough
(£6.50)
went
well
as
a
second
small
bite
for
sharing.
The
mackerel
pate
wasn’t
too
strong
in
flavour.
It
was
beautifully
soft,
yet
not
a
creamy
as
meat
pate
but
certainly
just
as
delicious.
It
was
great
with
the
toast
–
there
could
have
been
a
little
more
of
this
to
go
with
as
we
did
find
the
pate
lasted
longer
than
the
sourdough.
The
mains
were
a
great
size
too.
The
fish
of
the
day
when
we
visited
was
a
sea
bream
available
in
a
few
different
weights
(£27,
450g).
The
team
(well,
Juan)
even
offered
to
remove
the
bones
(as
much
as
he
could)
for
us.
We
had
never
been
given
this
option
before,
which
we
thought
was
fantastic.
The
Baked
Quinoa
Falafel
(£11.50)
with
roasted
aubergine,
seasonal
leaves,
soya
and
tahini
dressing
was
one
very
good
veggie
option.
We
had
never
had
sesame
and
quinoa
falafel
before
–
they
were
soft,
fell
apart
easily
yet
weren’t
dry
like
a
normal
falafel.
They
were
tasty,
and
great
with
the
beautifully
grilled
aubergine
and
salad.
We
opted
to
add
halloumi
too
(£4.50)
because
we
just
couldn’t
resist.
It
was
cooked
so
well
and
added
an
extra
meatiness
to
the
dish.
It
was
a
fantastic
warm
salad
style
dish
with
great
flavours
and
textures!
With
just
enough
space
to
share
a
dessert,
alongside
our
sweet
wine
of
course,
we
went
for
Juan’s
favourite;
the
Chocolate
Fondant
with
vanilla
ice
cream
(£10.50).
We
are
so
glad
we
made
space
to
try
this
delightful
number.
It
was
very
chocolate-y
as
you
can
expect,
but
not
too
rich.
It
had
an
awesome
melting
middle
centre
inside.
We
could
easily
see
why
it
was
a
fave,
and
would
highly
recommend
this
is
how
you
finish
a
meal
at
Moncks
of
Dover
Street!
What
an
evening
at
Moncks
of
Dover
Street,
a
gorgeous
brasserie
in
Mayfair.
The
service
is
incredible,
the
food
seriously
delicious
and
some
great
drinks
too.
It’s
also
very
reasonably
priced
for
Mayfair.
A
gorgeous,
contemporary,
relaxed
atmosphere
makes
it
a
great
spot
for
a
chilled,
stylish
dinner.
We’ve
been
recommending
the
spot
to
everyone
–
we
were
told
you
can
also
call
and
ask
to
be
seated
to
be
served
by
Juan.