Cleaver & Wake

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  Ian Hunter

  ·3 months ago

  “We visited for my fiancee's birthday. I had pre-ordered flowers for the occasion (option available at point of booking), which were beautiful when they arrived at our table. This option is a very nice touch. The decor inside was very elegant and pleasing. The atmosphere was fantastic, and being a Saturday evening, it was extremely busy. The menu isn't large, which is also pleasing. The quality of the food, as well as it's presentation, we're exceptional. There is also a great range of cocktails, including my favourite Old Fashioned! My only negative comment would be aimed more at the clientele. There is a smart casual dress code, and it is a shame that not everyone respected it! Finally, I would just like to add a comment about the staff. Everyone was accommodating, friendly, and punctual. In fact, hours before our reservation time, I received a phone call from the restaurant, apologising in advance due to the air-conditioning being broken. I was reassured that measures had been taken to ensure that the restaurant temperature was kept as low as possible given the hot weather conditions. Not many would be so courteous! Overall, and exceptional evening, thank you all.”

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  Darren Youngs

  ·4 months ago

  “Given the price point and other reviews, I had high hopes for a standout meal. Unfortunately, I left disappointed. With that said, the Cabernet Sauvignon sauce that comes with the beef Wellington is incredible and the carrots are a close second. The mushroom butter with the bread is another standout. The beef infused butter, far less successful. Imagine over seared/burned beef flavor being infused with butter, less than desirable. The Wellington itself was quite disappointing. One of the few dishes I've actually mentioned to the wait staff as being disappointed; Overcooked ham and underseasoned mushroom duxelles wrapped around an overcooked, yet not seared, steak. I kept trying to find redeeming qualities but ultimately, I did not finish the crust layers. If it wasn't for the sauce and carrots, I would have sent the dish back. The bone marrow creamed potatoes with gremolata were quite good. After discussing the meal quality with the staff, they discounted the potatoes and apologized. For the price point, I'd recommend seeking out other restaurants.”

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  Sofia Goolamali

  ·4 months ago

  “We held our wedding in Cleaver and Wake last month, and it was truly the most incredible experience! The food, staff and venue were all perfect - we had so many guests feedback about how great they were. The options for the wedding breakfast from the seasonal menu were delicious, and guests could choose from a shortlist of 3 options that we picked, with the venue going the extra mile to have special meals made specifically for any dietary requirements / vegetarian / children's options. We also had amazing canapes and evening food bowls / baps, which went down a treat. The staff blended into the background on the day, always available if you needed something but not distracting from the festivities. The co-ordination of the ceremony and the arrangement of the flowers were also done to perfection. We visited the restaurant to try food and wine options, and the sommelier recommended a special bottle of red for our guests, with the bar staff creating custom 'his' and 'hers' cocktails from flavour profiles that we liked - these were super popular! The art deco design of the building provided excellent photograph backgrounds, as did the local canal and rooftop of the venue. Our co-ordinator Sophie kept in close contact with us all the way up to the day, and she had excellent ideas for how to maximise the experience. On the day, she made us feel at ease, and organised all of our guests perfectly. Overall, we could not recommend Cleaver and Wake highly enough for anyone considering a wedding or party here. We will definitely be visiting the restaurant on our anniversaries :)”

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  Natasha Owen

  ·5 months ago

  “Stunning! I dont have a single complaint! 🤩 Anything I have to say is positive - on the expensive yes but I will say I know why and it was worth paying Service - on the ball, polite & attentive, the team are all well presented too in uniform, aprons everything And also we were already asked before we could really think if we needed anything, our glasses weren't dry etc (we didnt drink alot but it was good to know that we didnt have to struggle to be looked after essentially) The menu is simple, not over packed for choice which I think is so important as alot of places now give too much choice and it can be a bit over facing - I did also feel that its the kind of place where you cant choose anything wrong as it's all done so well! I dont usually choose lamb as a protein but I went for it and it was delicious and bursting with all kinds of flavours and textures 😋 We could see the pass from where we were seated and it was fascinating watching things be plated with care and precision each time - I will add that no food sat waiting on the pass when it was ready, they're very organised and the moment something was ready it was swept away - it doesnt seem like there's sections more the whole restaurant is everyone's section and they look after eachother and get things done properly We skipped starters as we did have a big lunch prior and just had mains and desserts 🍨 we each had cocktails that were delicious and also had some port at the end when we had pudding, again lots but not an overwhelming choice which was We had a really nice table at one of the soft seater benches in the center of the room, and looking around it doesnt seem like theres a single table that would be 'less preferred' or 'uncomfortable' its all well laid out and tastefully decorated and equipped - from the chairs to the silverware We also had a card on our table saying happy anniversary which was a nice touch - it was asked in the booking prompt about any special occasions so its good that they like to be aware and want to take an extra step in caring for guests I could go on and on it was just so nice to have expectations met and exceeded - Cleaver and Wake is exactly what you want for fine dining they get it just right I think ❤️ Looking forward to visiting again when we can, thank you Cleaver & Wake Team!”

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  Andrei Riley

  ·7 months ago

  “I had the short rib ravioli to start and I was blown away from the first bite. Despite a small serving, it was packed with flavour and there was a surprisingly generous amount of meat stuffed into the pasta. It was the perfect start to my meal. My main course was the Haunch of Estate Venison, with a serving of the braised red cabbage on the side. It was all well-cooked but surprisingly paled in comparison to the ravioli. Nonetheless, I still enjoyed the meal, but for me, at these prices, I wouldn’t be rushing back. I was told the menu changes seasonally however, so I will be looking out for their upcoming offers to see if anything catches my eye. I do also want to note that the staff were extremely professional & friendly, so I felt very comfortable during my visit.”

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  Monisha Amos

  ·7 months ago

  “Had a fantastic dining experience at Cleaver & Wake. From the moment we arrived, the service was excellent. A big thank you to Max our waiter, who was attentive and friendly throughout the evening, and to the manager Linzi who was also very welcoming and ensured everything ran smoothly. To start, I had the crab which was absolutely delicious and beautifully prepared, with no shell at all which made it even more enjoyable. For the main course I chose the special beef wellington, and it was cooked to perfection.. tender, flavourful, and exactly how a wellington should be. For dessert, I finished with the pistachio dessert which was really tasty and a great way to end the meal. The venue itself is lovely inside but the outside view is not so appealing in the daytime. Maybe better in the evening when it’s dark. The décor inside creates a really nice atmosphere and makes the whole experience feel a bit special. Overall a lovely meal with excellent service. Only one negative - It was my friend’s birthday and it was mentioned so I feel they could have done something extra special like a drink or dessert with a candle as we normally receive at most restaurants!”

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  Tatiana Limonova

  ·7 months ago

  “Honestly, reading all the other reviews makes me wonder if the experience we had was a one off. We were a large group of people, so that could have played a role. Nonetheless, I would expect the service to have gone more smoothly. The wait between dishes was long, around 10-15 minutes, which is surprising since the restaurant wasn’t that busy. The food was okay. My starter and main were extremely tasty, but the dessert left a lot to be desired. Some of my colleagues got the pineapple trifle and the pineapple was tinned, which is not okay for the price. I got the cherry cake, and it was extremely sickly. I also found the plating of one quenelle of cream and ice cream strange. There is a dissonance between the pricing and the quality of the food. The wine list doesn’t feature anything particularly special, yet the bottles are quite expensive… Honestly, maybe I need to come back again to see how it compares to my first experience. But this time around was rather disappointing.”

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  Gurbinder kaur

  ·8 months ago

  “Amazing food, fantastic service. The restaurant went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for a birthday celebration. The drinks and the food were spot on and we had a lovely view for our meal.”

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  Vanessa Wu

  ·10 months ago

  “I’m never keen on writing a review. The service is brilliant. One little detail make me feel the service charge was well paid was that the manager’s hospitality skills, As I was approaching to take a look at the presented fresh fishes, he was patiently introducing the fishes to me. It was showing how much he cares.”

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  Alex Machin

  ·10 months ago

  “I took my mum for her 60th birthday and we both Had a great experience here. Standout service especially max. The food was special each and every dish. The beef tartar was something unique and special. The beetroot carpacio held its own against the beef wow. For mains both our steak and venison were cooked to perfection. Not a single complaint from start to finish. Thank you will definitely return”

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