Avenue

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7-9 St James's Street

Mid-range

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Thu Oct 18 2012

In a part of town characterised by gentlemen’s clubs, purveyors of gourmet foodstuffs and fogeyish fashion outlets, Avenue offers a contrastingly contemporary look, in a large, bright and airy – if potentially cold – white space with lofty ceilings, swathes of red, and changing exhibitions of modern paintings for sale. Tables are spread over two levels, and there’s a long, sleek, well-stocked cocktail bar. It’s a big space to fill, and the management has responded to current times with various promotions and set menus, including a post-theatre meal (from 9.30pm) as well as the usual pre-theatre deals.

Food is a light, fresh Mod Euro mix, very attractively presented. A starter of English asparagus featured first-rate main ingredients perfectly prepared, although the accompanying truffle vinaigrette lacked the punch of top-notch truffles; a goat’s cheese salad included an original mix of different radishes. To follow, pea risotto with real violets – flavourless, but undeniably pretty – was lovely and smooth, and we also enjoyed a very tender marinated chicken breast.

Service is welcoming, and the wine list intelligently wide-ranging. Also gratifying is the bill, which is far less painful than the St James’s norm.

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Special Offers

Pre/Post Theatre: 2 courses £15

From a set menu, or 3 courses £20. Maximum of 10 diners. Includes VAT, excludes service.

Offer valid until May 31 2013
Spring Menu: 2 courses & a glass of wine £17.50

From a set menu. 3 courses and a glass of wine £22.50. Maximum of 10 diners. Includes VAT, excludes service.

Offer valid until May 31 2013

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Address:
Avenue 7-9 St James's Street
London
SW1A 1EE

Phone:
020 7321 2111
Website:
www.theavenue-restaurant.co.uk
Opening hours:
Bar Open 11-11pm Mon-Fri; 5.45-11pm Sat. Restaurant Lunch served noon-3pm Mon-Fri. Dinner served 5.45-11pm Mon-Sat
Transport:
Tube: Green Park tube
Price:
Main courses £13.50-£20.50. Set lunch £19.50 2 courses, £23.50 3 courses. Set dinner (5.45-7pm, 9.30-11pm) £17.50 2 courses, £21.50 3 courses
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1. Avenue
  - 7-9 St James's Street
    London
    SW1A 1EE
  - 020 7321 2111
  - www.theavenue-restaurant.co.uk
  - 51.505810,-0.138117

Categories:
Food and drink
Facilities:
Eating and drinking facilities. Bar. Restaurant. Restaurant and bar facilities. Reservations required. Lunch. Accessible facilities. General facilities. Private rooms. Available for hire
Occasions:
Meal times. Best for lunch. Business. Drinks. Cocktails
Type of event:
Parties

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Pre/Post Theatre: 2 courses £15

Spring Menu: 2 courses & a glass of wine £17.50

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