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Rainforest Cafe

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20 Shaftesbury Avenue,
London,
W1D 7EU

0872 148 1845 Calls to 0871 numbers will be charged at a fixed rate of 10p per minute (from a landline or a mobile) no matter where you are within the UK. This number is unique to viewlondon.co.uk.

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Reviewer Anonymous
26/06/2008
Have been twice here with my 7 year old during the day and found the place excellent, the food arrived quickly and staff were very courteous and friendly. My daughter had a colouring mat and crayons given to her to keep her occupied before the food arrived and she also went for a wander on her own to look at the stuffed animals and real fish in there as other kids were. My only slight gripe is that the kids portions could be smaller. On both occasions there was enough on my daughter's plate for us both to share and not be hungry. The food is organic and there's a very good choice for both adults and kids. A fun place to be surrounded by the jungle and jungle sounds. Some seating areas can be a little dark but otherwise fine. I didn't have a drink from the bar so can't comment, we only had drinks at the table. The shop above it is crammed full of everything animal and isn;t too expensive and the huge crocodile near the entrance is great fun, more so if you don't realise it moves!
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Reviewer Anonymous
20/04/2008
FAB NIGHT..Went to the Rainforest on Saturday for an RnB night called Spoilt for Choice and we certainly were. Great club, friendly mix of people and the music was one great track after another. Will be going again for sure.
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Reviewer Anonymous
14/02/2008
i went here about 3 weeks ago..it was rubbish, half empty with people who couldnt dance, majority asian croud, dj was crap and couldnt mix to save his life! felt sorry for the poor fish in there!
didnt stay long drank 2 beers and left extreemly dissappointed.
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Reviewer Anonymous
08/10/2007
WOW! AMAZING! Went there for a 20th birthday last week and it was fab! Great music! And who's that sexy bartender?! Loved it and although a little expensive would definitely come back again! Thanks for a great night!!


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Reviewer Huong
05/06/2007
Couldn't remember how much the drinks were, but tequila shots were about £4.00. Music was alright, downstairs was better as they played more RnB and Hip Hop, although everytime we went back upstairs they'd play the same song that was just on downstairs or something. Crowd was okay, a bit off the wall but still okay.



Didn't like the decor of the place much - looked more like a kiddie playground than a club but I guess that's why the name is Rainforest Cafe.
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Reviewer Jamie Kirkham
30/01/2007
I won't be coming back to Rainforest Cafe in a hurry, as the drinks were very over priced. £9.00 for a single vodka and Redbull and one Redbull, and the vodka tasted as if it had been watered down! The floor was coverd in drinks and glasses, the bar staff were not very friendly, and there were drunk tracy's all causing havoc in the toilets, sitting on the floor and basically just looking a mess.


The only thing about Rainforest Cafe that was good was the music, and the bouncers were alright too.
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Reviewer Anonymous
02/10/2007
would you be able to tell me if they asked for ID? - Report
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Reviewer megan965
15/01/2007
Rainforest Cafe is altogether a great night out. The bouncers were very friendly and helpful, although I found the bar staff stingey and the drink were overpriced even for central London - £9.00 for a double vodka and coke!


The music was good to dance to but a good track was ruined by the continuous scratching and breaking half way through! In spite of that, I found the atmosphere at Rainforest Cafe electric and the guys were hot.
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Reviewer Anonymous
14/01/2007
I went to Rainforest Cafe for two birhtdays. The door staff were really nice, the bar was busy but with good service that wasn't too slow, and the music was a really good mix of everything. The Rainforest Cafe DJ was wicked, and the atmosphere was cool. People were really friendly and it was generally just a good night.
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Reviewer Anonymous
02/01/2007
I went to Rainforest Cafe for New Years Eve and it was alright. The atmosphere was really good, and the music was what I wanted to hear. The only problem was the Rainforest Cafe has really slow bar service. Other than that I would go again.
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Reviewer Alexandra263
14/12/2006
I went to Rainforest Cafe on Friday and I had a good time! The music was just what I wanted and everyone was really friendly. The only bad point was the slow bar service, but I will go to Rainforest Cafe again.
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Reviewer trisha244
12/12/2006
I went to Rainforest Cafe on Saturday because of all the great reviews it had. I was sadly dissapointed. The music was the worst I've ever heard in a club. It was too loud and nothing one could dance to!


The tequila shots were as strong as water. The people working there seemed to have an attitude problem and were really rude. I am never going to go back to Rainforest Cafe again.
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Reviewer Amy Barber
28/11/2006
Rainforest Cafe is the place to go on a Saturday night if you like RnB, hip hop, garage, bashment and old skool. The DJs were top and no one can question that. They played all the best tunes, and I mean the best. The drinks weren't too bad for the West End and the people were just all out to have a good time.


The only problem is that there's not many places to sit unless you are in the VIP area. But hopefully the Rainforest Cafe music will keep you dancing all night!
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Reviewer lindsey593
08/11/2006
I thought Rainforest Cafe was okay but the music was a bit loud, and the drinks were very weak. We did have a laugh at the Rainforest Cafe though.
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Reviewer Anonymous
25/10/2006
The Rainforset Cafe was totally out of this world! I have never seen anything like it. You have got to go as they have great drinks, fit guys, wacky surroundings and fab music. I give the Rainforest Cafe 5 out of 5.
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Reviewer Anonymous
17/09/2006
I went to Rainforest Cafe last night and I can assure that it was great night out! The music was perfect, the decor was really good with aquariums and everything. I absolutely love rnb, bashment and soul music and the Rainforest Cafe was one the only few venues I really liked in London.


With 2 dance floors, it can get crowded very quickly. People were nicely dressed. The bar staff were a bit slow to serve people and I also think they did not pour the right amount of alcohol. The only thumb down is that I was sweating a lot, and like someone else said it here, it was like a sauna and I hate that, so next time I'll bring a fan! I will definitely go back: good music, nice decor, friendly crowd.
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Reviewer madan92
10/09/2006
I was at Rainforest Cafe for my mate's birthday party and really liked it. I enjoyed the atmosphere. The music was great which made it an exciting environment.
The only thing I want to complain about is the the service at the Rainforest Cafe bar.


I noticed the the bar staff were not pouring full measures and they were doing it in front of the customers so the first time I thought it was a mistake and so the second time as well. But when I got to the bar again to get the third round I asked the bar staff to fill up the measures which was 25 ml. But he would still not fill up the measures so i asked him if he can serve me the drink with correct measures again and he just refused to serve me and on that moment I asked him if I could speak to the manager. having spoken to him and told him about the whole situation he dealt with the matter very professionally and he served me a free drink.

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Reviewer Anonymous
21/07/2006
The Rainforest Cafe has funky decor, and good music most of the time. It can get packed, but it's a good night out, although there are quite a few chavs. I would go to Rainforest Cafe again.
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Reviewer Anonymous
12/06/2006
I had a good time at Rainforest Cafe, but then if the company you're with is good, it doesn't really matter where you are. The music was really good, just what you need for a Friday night.



We were clearly told it was 'free before 11pm for ladies' although they totally dismissed this. The guest list seemed to pointless as they didn't even bother checking our names.
Add to that a few people could not get in later as they were not with an 'equal amount of girls' despite being on the guest list.



Also, I know it’s central London, but the drinks were hardly worth it. Especially as they under poured their shots - my vodka and cranberry tasted like just cranberry. My cousin made a formal complaint - she’s a barmaid, so she offered to make them a 'proper' drink' so that they could taste the difference, for which they offered her free drinks. Apart from all this, it was an ok night, but definably will not be going back, ever.
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Reviewer Anonymous
19/05/2006
I found the Rainforest Cafe really interesting, and the drinks were not too expensive.



I did find that the crowd was really young in this club (around 18-21) and I prefer an older crowd. So it wasn’t that fab. But the music at Rainforest Cafe was fun!
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Reviewer Anonymous
15/05/2006
Rainforest Café used to be a huge excitement a few months ago and then me and my friend went out for her birthday and it sucked big time. They must have changed the DJ and the music was that shit chart RnB all night mixed with really old stuff.



But now it’s back to normal but 100 times better. The old DJ must be back or a new better one. At the end he brought out the old school and drum n bass which I never knew we liked, but it was wicked! And to top it all off for being the greatest dancers we got VIP passes forever. You must enter the Rainforest Café experience on a Saturday night, it is great.
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Reviewer Anonymous
10/04/2006
Rainforest Cafe was an excellent night out with my mates! I highly recommend this club. I was impressed with the theme which included waterfalls, a jungle effect and a fab looking aquarium. This music was wicked too. It was a mix of RnB, Hip Hop with Garage and Jungle thrown in towards the end. The drinks were not too expensive which was great.


The dance floor was heaving once it got going but not in an annoying way, everyone was just having a larf! There was lots of good guy/eye candy as well. Everyone was just so chilled and friendly.



My only reservation with the Rainforest Cafe was that the bar staffs were a tad too slow to serve. Apart from that my mates and I had a brilliant time. If you are thinking about going to Rainforest then definitely give it a go!
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Reviewer gemma484
10/04/2006
OK, I'm turning 18 on the 19th and I've heard that the Rainforest Cafe is really good but I need someone else's opinon, is it over 18 or 21's? Is it good for people of my age and why are some people saying they couldn't get in to Rainforest Cafe?! I'm looking for a club that plays Hip Hop and R'n'B. I'd really appreciate it if anyone can help please?
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Reviewer Sarah327
09/03/2006
I absolutely love the Rainforest Cafe! Me and my mates go there near enough every other Saturday and we always have a laugh!The music's great and the atmosphere's buzzing and it's a great place to be as it's really stylish. The only downside of the Rainforest Cafe is that there isn't anyone sexy there but we love the music so it's worth it!
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Reviewer Anonymous
02/01/2006
Rainforest Cafe was one of the best Saturday nights I have ever had in London and I will definitely go again. It's a bit ghetto in Rainforest Cafe, but the music is wicked and you're not too disappointed with the number of hot guys.

The drinks were a bit expensive but everywhere is on Saturday nights. If you like your RnB, hip hop and urban then this is the place for you.

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Reviewer Anonymous
05/10/2005
I've been very disappointed by Rainforest Cafe... I've tried to get into Rainforest Cafe on three separate occasions and have not got in.


I'm beginning to think I'm an alien...

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Reviewer Shenelle
19/09/2005
Went to Rainforest Cafe a couple of weeks ago and was shocked to find it was surprisingly different to the last time I went. This time I was a little disappointed with the temperature condition - it was like a sauna.


However, I really do like Rainforest Cafe and the music is impressive. Worth a try a least once in your lifetime.
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Reviewer Anonymous
22/08/2005
Rainforest Cafe is a really good venue. The only problem with Rainforest cafe is that it can be a bit difficult to get in sometimes.
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Reviewer Anonymous
18/05/2005
I went to Rainforest Cafe for my 28th birthday and had a fantastic night. The venue itself was pretty cool, the music was excellent and I didn't have to queue to use the toilets once! I have to say that it was probably my best birthday night out in a good few years and I'd definitely go back. The only very small complaints are that the drinks were a bit pricey (but what do you expect in Central London?) and also that although the tunes were wicked, the DJ only seemed to play half of it before mixing in the next one! I would definitely recommend rainforest Cafe though!
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Reviewer Anonymous
05/05/2005
The Rainforest Cafe does a mixture of tropical and American cuisine. The food is really good but my favourite thing about the Rainforest Cafe is that it's non-smoking!

I really enjoy spending time there.
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Reviewer Anonymous
14/02/2005
It was an ok evening. I thought the venue was a tad small and also the ratio for boys and girls was too high on the boys side. Music excellent, good RnB, garage with a bit of drum'n'bass. All in all thumbs up.
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Reviewer Anonymous
17/01/2005
I've been to the Rainforest Cafe a couple of times now and I've got to say it makes one of the best nights out! The music is really good, mostly RnB, bashment and hip hop. The only thing I can fault it on is that it closes at 3am, think it should be open till at least 5 or 6!
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Reviewer Hiru Bathija
20/04/2004
I can say going to the Rainforest cafe is the perfect night out. Its jungle effect adds to the excitment of the great music, fantastic dancefloor and really resonably priced drinks. Its fishtanks and waterfall creates an unoriginal but fabulous atmosphere.
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