Ambassade de l'Ile
photo: Cindy Chen
With Ambassade de l'Ile, chef Jean-Christophe Ansanay-Alex has stretched his wings from his renowned Auberge de l’Ile in Lyon, spending over £2 million to turn the former Lundum’s space in South Ken into this swanky New French replete with white and deep-purple hues, mirrors and flickering gas flames; the ambitious, sophisticated menu caters for the serious foodie, as do the cosy chef’s table and impressive wine list (£22 to £5,000); N.B. there’s a private room with its own back door for ultimate discretion.
117-119 Old Brompton Rd., SW7; 020-7373 7774