
The Lecture Room & Library at sketch
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About The Lecture Room & Library at sketch
At 9 Conduit St in London, The Lecture Room & Library at sketch holds Michelin's top three-star accolade, awarded in 2019 and maintained since. The a la carte format arrives as multiple smaller plates across appetizers, mains, and desserts, with a grand dessert of several different sweets served together as a finale. A fully dedicated vegetarian menu runs alongside the a la carte and tasting menu, and bread and cheese courses are served without appearing on the menu itself. A sommelier consults on choices from the wine list. Meals here extend across several hours, giving diners time to take in the art pieces displayed throughout the room. Children are accommodated despite the formal setting. The restaurant is walk-in, and it opens Tuesday to Saturday, closing Mondays and Sundays.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
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Menu & Prices
22 dishes · mains £165–395- Tasting Menu£225.00
- Wine Pairing£165.00
- Special Treat Wine Pairing£395.00
- Three Course Menu£235.00
- Feuilletés
- Cornish Mackerel
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention grand dessert, art-filled interior decor, vegetarian tasting menu and a la carte small plates.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention grand dessert, art-filled interior decor, vegetarian tasting menu and a la carte small plates.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the grand dessert, a finale of several desserts that several describe as a spectacle in itself. Close behind is the format of ordering one appetizer, main and dessert and receiving a bunch of plates, so diners sample 30 or more items in one sitting, tapas-style. Named dishes include the daal, langoustine starter, scallops and veal main, and a Paloma aperitivo. Bread and cheese courses arrive unlisted, and a dedicated vegetarian menu and pescatarian adjustments are mentioned. The sommelier is called sympathetic and one who goes above and beyond, and floor staff are described as attentive but not overbearing, with the chef greeting tables personally. Reviewers also praise the art-filled rooms, one comparing them to Alice in Wonderland. One diner finds the modern twist not to their taste, though they call the execution perfect, and meals run for hours. Several mark birthdays and anniversaries, and one family notes children are accommodated.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the grand dessert, a finale of several desserts that several describe as a spectacle in itself. Close behind is the format of ordering one appetizer, main and dessert and receiving a bunch of plates, so diners sample 30 or more items in one sitting, tapas-style. Named dishes include the daal, langoustine starter, scallops and veal main, and a Paloma aperitivo. Bread and cheese courses arrive unlisted, and a dedicated vegetarian menu and pescatarian adjustments are mentioned. The sommelier is called sympathetic and one who goes above and beyond, and floor staff are described as attentive but not overbearing, with the chef greeting tables personally. Reviewers also praise the art-filled rooms, one comparing them to Alice in Wonderland. One diner finds the modern twist not to their taste, though they call the execution perfect, and meals run for hours. Several mark birthdays and anniversaries, and one family notes children are accommodated.
Featured reviews
- Rodolfo Kotsura
“The best dining experience I’ve ever had. The food was wonderful, an elegant banquet full of flavours, techniques and textures, what made me understand why this restaurant deserves *** Michelin stars. I felt emotional more than once throughout the meal as someone that loves food. The synchronised ballet of the floor staff brought to the experience the “wow” factor, just impeccable. All in a beautiful room, surrounded by art and an impressive decoration. An evening to be remembered forever 👏🏾 👏🏾”
- Drew Patel
“Five Stars - One of the Best Dining Experiences of Our Lives! If you are in London and looking for the ultimate splash meal, The Lecture Room & Library at sketch is absolutely it. We celebrated our anniversary here, and they went completely above and beyond our expectations. It was a carefully designed, immersive evening where you are easily there for a good 3 to 4 hours, and we felt incredibly special from start to finish. The service is unmatched. The staff is exceptionally attentive, helping you into your seat and opening doors at every turn. Even the chef made the rounds to greet everyone personally. As for the food, the fine French cuisine is outstanding. Having a fully dedicated vegetarian menu was a fantastic change of pace for us. We ended up trying around 30 different small plates throughout the night. It is genuinely hard to pick a favorite because almost every single dish was made with such immense care, but the daal was a major standout. The dining progression is full of wonderful surprises. Both the exceptional bread and cheese courses aren't even listed on the menu, and the grand dessert is a spectacular finale consisting of six different, beautifully crafted desserts. This was a flawless, world-class experience. If you want a meal that is worth every single penny for a special occasion, do not hesitate to book this!”
- Arash Shaeri
“What an experience! The food is obviously of the greatest quality. It is modern French and it's more like a journey of flavours and sights. The restaurant were very accommodating as we're pescatarian and so they made changes to their tasting menu accordingly. Each menu item is really a combination of smaller dishes with amazing presentation. The grand dessert at the end is something special in itself. Staff are attentive but not overbearing. The restaurant is an experience in itself and you will be here for many hours which gives you an opportunity to take in the atmosphere and the plush decor. There are works of art scattered throughout. We came here for a special occasion and it was really worth it. Although this is a 3 star Michelin restaurant, it's not overly formal and they accommodate children (our son is 12 but we did see a family with a younger child as well).”
- Panit Watcharawitch
“One of my excellent Michelin-Stars restaurant experience. The staffs are very nice and friendly. All the dishes are well created. The ambient and interior design are also very special 😊”
- Johnny
“A flawless, unforgettable culinary journey with modern twists in a very unique environment. - The food, although with a modern twist which is not my favorite, is executed to absolute perfection, with lots of care for every single guest. The proposal is innovative and the only way I could describe it is a journey of flavors and feelings. - The staff, not only they are extremely welcoming and kind, they have a very deep knowledge of every part of the restaurant, piece of art and of course the dishes. The sommelier goes above and beyond with each choice. And lastly being able to comment the memorable event with Mr Stucki himself is the cherry on the top. - The atmosphere as well is special. It changes with the seasons and events of the year. And the level of detail is not small, grand pieces with renown artists which you can find out more in the complementary booklet. Toilets impeccable and full of personality. Overall, on of the best restaurants in the world.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
“The Lecture Room & Library was awarded its first Michelin star in 2005, and a second star in 2012. The restaurant was recognised with Michelin's top three stars accolade in 2019 and has maintained the status to this day. Designed by Gabhan O’Keefe, The Lecture Room is decorated in shades of orange, with richly upholstered armchairs in purple and crimson. The design is opulent, with ivory walls of silver thread, an ornate plasterwork ceiling, and crystal-encrusted bathrooms. The Library room is embellished with fabrics of magenta and silver, with a lavishly painted ceiling. The adjacent Millicent Fawcett Room has beautiful wallpapering, glittering chandeliers, and sumptuous curtains in gold, silver, and pomegranate.”
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
- Small plates
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Accepts reservations
- Dine-in
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Coffee
Show more amenities
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Dessert
- Table service
- Solo dining
- Restroom
- Offerings· 4
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Highlights· 1
- Great wine list
- Dining options· 3
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Seating
- Planning· 2
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Atmosphere· 2
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Crowd· 2
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
Location
Restaurants near The Lecture Room & Library at sketch
- Grilandia Hanover Street4.91,8110.1 miWheelchair accessible
mixed grill platter, grilled baby chicken, hummus and baba ganoush
- The Counter4.53770.1 miWheelchair accessible
hummus and muhammara, baba ghanoush, grilled octopus
- Aqua Nueva4.31,8650.1 miOutdoor seatingVegetarian optionsWheelchair accessible
dark brunch bottomless drinks, tapas to share, chorizo lollipops
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lecture Room & Library at sketchReservations | 4.865 | — | grand dessert, art-filled interior decor, vegetarian tasting menu |
| Grilandia Hanover StreetWheelchair accessible | 4.91,811 | 0.1 mi | mixed grill platter, grilled baby chicken, hummus and baba ganoush |
| The CounterWheelchair accessible | 4.5377 | 0.1 mi | hummus and muhammara, baba ghanoush, grilled octopus |
| Aqua NuevaOutdoor seating · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.31,865 | 0.1 mi | dark brunch bottomless drinks, tapas to share, chorizo lollipops |
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