Drunken Lobster

Absolutely cracking food and brilliant service. Cocktails are great and wine or sake for any taste. Couldn't recommend more highly!
Apr 12th, 2023

Apr 11th, 2023

With such good reviews, I called in with some friends just for a quick cocktail on a Saturday evening. Even though there was no one at the bar and an empty table, we were flatly refused. The service was blunt and unwelcoming - if you haven't made a booking then we can't even serve you a drink. Despite the good reviews and checking their website, there was no reason to think that we couldn't even get a cocktail. But the worst bit was the blunt service without an apology. So instead of sixty quid or more and a good review for 15-20 mins 'work'...I think 2 stars is the best I can offer. Perhaps you can make it clear on your website that it's reservation only or you don't take walk-ins. Given you're only open 3 days a week we didn't have much choice.
Mar 31st, 2023

Mar 20th, 2023

Drunken Lobster .. enter through the period curbed glass frontage, youre absorbed into a period piece, timeless, of tall ceilings, chandelier lightly lit, glistening against the fixtures, outshined only by the welcome and amazing smiles. This artisan emporium, soaked in a dark gothic asian twist, is a true wonder. Passing the well stocked bar & delicately dressed tables, down the wide easily accessible staircase to chefs table, middle earths engine room. Comfortable seating for 8, or a very cozy 10, but a five, we found ourselves luxurious in space. Balanced lighting against the bright night huddle of a working kitchen, resembling that of an organised Victorian steam engine. Bustling with colour with the right amount of steam being let off, as the magical creations are seamlessly streamlined out of the production pass. Little yelps of, yes Chef, 4 all day and ready on the pass is mixed with an unusual playlist collation. Enough to keep the pace of the kitchens pistons turning without disturbing the groups experience. Course after course flowed, after the cocktails were ordered. Like delicate flowers presented on a lake, opened petals of colour, pleasing to the eye and taste buds alike. Matched only by the great company and jollification of, more wine please!, The experience of the Yakitori taster menu is second to none, an incredible burst of creativity that will leave you lifted, excited to return. This option, should really be the only choice for the novice and fine diner alike, for you to truly enjoy the wonder that this collaboration has to offer. All good things come to an end. Finally, bill presented youll be looking to anxiously return. Simply book, relax and enjoy this little gem. Thank you and Old Fat Cat.
Mar 29th, 2023