In London’s upmarket district of South Kensington, Bibendum Oyster Bar nestles perfectly in the beautiful Michelin House, serving up lots of gorgeous fruits de mer.

The Venue
Bibendum Oyster Bar is on the ground floor of the historic Michelin House. Built in 1909, the building stands out as a beautiful piece of artwork in its own right. As a testament to the beauty of Art Nouveau, the building is all marbled floors, stain glass windows and striking columns. The inside was designed by Conran and it feels contemporary and cosmopolitan, whilst still retaining its classic beauty. There are a few tables and chairs outside the bar, in the building foyer, and further seating inside the bar.

The Atmosphere
The mood of Bibendum Oyster Bar is very relaxed, with the emphasis on enjoying your oysters in the peace and quiet of the airy bar. It can be a little quiet in the early evening during the week but this normally picks up later on, and at weekends it can get pretty busy. Diners here are affluent locals and high-end tourists after some deliciously fresh seafood. People also arrive for a quiet evening drink from the extensive and delicious wine menus on offer. The attentive staff are friendly yet discreet, and are on hand to help advise you on your choices. The service perfectly compliments the delicious food and crisp wines on offer.

The Food The food at Bibendum Oyster Bar is almost exclusively seafood, with the oysters a speciality not to be missed. There are several different kinds of oysters and the knowledgeable staff are on hand to advise you of which is the best if you’re a novice. All the food is cold and there are non-seafood and vegetarian options on offer. There is also plenty of other seafood apart from oysters on offer, like shellfish and smoked fish. The specials change often, and the food tastes wonderfully fresh and, like good seafood should, leaves you feeling cleansed and satisfied. Deserts are not extensive, but the emphasis is not on the deserts and these are still absolutely delicious and wonderfully fresh. The menu is fantastic value for money and very good for the area.

The Drink
An extremely extensive wine and champagne menu offers you a mouth-watering and difficult choice to make. There are also a few cocktails and champagne cocktails on offer. The wine is served by the glass, pot or bottle and is reasonably priced, especially for the area.

The Last Word
The Bibendum Oyster Bar offers seafood lovers a chance to indulge their passion in beautiful surroundings. An evening here is luxurious without being pretentious and is fabulous value for money.

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