Welcome to the Waterside Inn—a London hot spot, and world-class culinary experience. Just outside London in the 16th-century village of Bray, this “old-fashioned” French charmer from Le Gavroche founders Michel and Alain Roux is “worth the trip.” Nestled on the banks of the Thames, the delightful restaurant has been serving inspirational French cuisine since 1972.
It’s welcoming, informal ambiance, enchanting riverside setting, and relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere matches the effortless, yet impeccable service. Regulars say it’s “best to sit in front with the views of the River Thames” or, in summer, “outside on the conservatory” for an “aperitif under the willow tree.” Private dining is available in the adjacent River Cottage. For a unique experience, “when you make a reservation, ask ‘Can we please hire the boat to have some Champagne and canapés?’ “The Waterside Inn is the only restaurant in England that can claim three Michelin stars continuously since 1985. No wonder London Zagat calls this culinary cave “painstaking attention to detail is obvious in the heavenly fare and staff are so gracious, knowledgeable and helpful, they’ve earned the No.1 Service rating.”
Reservations can be made by phone +44 (0)1628 620691 or by email reservations@waterside-inn.co.uk