The Tent (at the End of the Universe)

17 Little Portland St, London
020 3848 7430

Recent Reviews

Mariah Assuncao

They should stick to being a members club as that’s really fun place to go on a night out, and not open to guest to book dinner. You do one or the other, otherwise it pissed people off - which was the overall vibe of the diners there.The food was ok, you can probably get the same but better in the majority of ME restaurants in London. The atmosphere is bizarre, all diners looking at each other in this make shift blanket tent. I wasn’t sure I was dinning in soho or in a kids bedroom. The service was “direct”, it was clear that working for them was an inconvenience (and they dressed as such), and although they said we had the table for 2 hours after 1 hour they already started to try to kick all tables out when it was totally empty.I’m a big supportive of unique places in London but if you’ re trying to create something special, standards should also be as such.The music is weird but the sound system is insanely good.

Ria&Mitul Patel

Just wow! What a beautiful little hidden gem. I took my husband here last night for a very special celebration. I got worried having read some reviews that the food wouldn’t be great, and service would be slow/poor- but it exceeded all expectations. It’s an intimate setting so there are 2 servers and both extremely knowledgeable on the menu- shared with us how dishes were prepared, the chefs magic ingredient's, and their reccomendations which were spot on. It wasn’t the best Lebanese/Mediterranean food I’ve ever had, but it was definitely very good, using high quality ingredients. The coconut flatbread was delicious to have with the dips. We are both vegetarian and were so full, we couldn’t even fit in a dessert. But dessert at the table next to us had a lovely theatrical delivery! The servers were attentive, friendly and fun. The music helped make the already amazing ambience even more memorable- and I certainly will be returning back for more! We are lucky to experience quite a lot of hidden/unique experiences around London when my health allows- but this has been very memorable. I didn’t get the waitresses name but she made great recommendations- and a special big big shout out to Sam the manager who helped me with my reservation as I wanted to surprise my husband. I also have some complex health issues which he was helpful and compassionate towards. I didn’t think it was overpriced- we are in a prime location in central London, in a high end restaurant. Our bill was more than fair. Honestly- if you can… GO! I hope you love it as much as we did!

George Cox

Take a vacation from yourself. An intergalactic journey to another dimension. The best soundsystem in London. The perfect nightclub.

Suman Hothi

The decor is amazing, the food is delicious but it is on the pricier side but then you are getting to taste plates that are very different and flavoursome. Service was good and food came out quick. Good vegetarian options too. The music could have been better.

Merve On

The atmosphere is nice, but the portions are too small for the price. Food is decent, but not exceptional, so not worth the cost. I wouldn’t recommend this place.Also, keep an eye on the bill; we caught and fixed two mistakenly added items (£28 total) before paying.

Vika Nightingale

Memorable atmosphere and music, incredibly overpriced food and drinks, where some dishes are wonderful and some just not bad. Would expect more for that price tag.

Catherine Lam

Cool concept and ambience but wouldn’t recommend as it is way too pricey for what it is. Other than the mushroom shish, the food was ok but the dishes were tiny and the cocktails were weak. We spent £220 between 2. One of the “larger plates” was £45 for a tapas sized piece of meat (is this why photos aren’t allowed?). The set up is very aesthetic but the tables are definitely not big enough for more than 2 people if you plan on having food. If it was a cocktail bar, I’d have fewer complaints, but as a restaurant, there are infinitely better places to spend your money.

Julia

Great atmosphere with live music, food also had good flavour. But cannot justify the extortionate prices — £10 for a finger sized lamb shish skewer, £8 for bread, £24 for a vegetarian main that was the size of a starter. Flavours were innovative but the portions are too small for the price. With those prices you’d expect ground breaking cooking, the food was interesting, but not exactly mind-blowing.Nice to experience once for the live music and unique setting — but will not be coming back.

Monica Rogers

This place is massively overrated and was a huge disappointment. I don’t mind paying these sorts of prices if the food and drink is good! £42 for a chewy pork schnitzel isn’t really good enough?DJ didn’t start until 8.30 and wasn’t a great shout for me but I understand this is all subjective.Cool setting but the food quality is not worth the price. Music wasn’t great from what we heard but had to leave at 9pm anyway (from a 7pm sitting, so completely understandable).We also had the prawn foam dumplings.The cheese and honey was delicious I will say!Much better restaurants around with better quality and tasting food, and attentive staff who are appropriately dressed! Not great to be served by someone in a hoodie (with hood on) or someone else in super short skirts.Overall not a great experience

Marketing Marketing

Despite optimistic reviews, our visit to this restaurant for my wife's birthday left much to be desired. The service was lacking, and the portions, akin to a comedy sketch, failed to justify the steep prices. Our £40 mains, exemplified by the 6 prawn dumplings with foam (yes, foam), consistently disappointed.The sluggish arrival of our food hinted at a one-person kitchen. Given the final bill, opting for a return flight for a local dining experience with superior service, atmosphere, and portions seemed more reasonable.To compound the disappointment, the beer arrived in a shaken can, creating a messy situation. The waitress' response and hesitation to replace it left an uneasy feeling. The DJ's 8 PM entrance in a supposedly 7 PM opening restaurant added to the overall sense of unpreparedness.In essence, the experience felt like the restaurant had just opened, desperately requiring improvements in service, portions, and overall execution. We seldom request the removal of discretionary service charges, but in this case, it was a necessary step.The food itself was okay. However, we would have found it more acceptable if either menu prices were reduced or portions were improved.

Tiffany Chan

Great atmosphere and music. Love the interior. The staff are wonderful. The bread, Borani, and Saganaki cheese are amazing and will definitely go back for more :)

JP Bray

Amazing food and small cozy

Rebecca Irish

Great evening!

Julie I

Great atmosphere with live music, food also had good flavour. But cannot justify the extortionate prices — £10 for a finger sized lamb shish skewer, £8 for bread, £24 for a vegetarian main that was the size of a starter. Flavours were innovative but the portions are too small for the price. With those prices you’d expect ground breaking cooking, the food was interesting, but not exactly mind-blowing.Nice to experience once for the live music and unique setting — but will not be coming back.

Dr Peipei Yu

The atmosphere is nice.The service and the price doesn't match, we went there for a birthday meal, no candle or cake can be ordered even i have left the message is for brithday event.the food is expensive and salty, the ice cream dessert we ordered was too hard, cannot eat as the chef forgot to defrost it. i wasn't expecting this kind of food and serve for a birthday meal, and two people when sending 160 pounds.

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