Name: Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden
Address: 34-35 Southampton St, London WC2E 7HG, United Kingdom, London
Telephone: +442071998370

Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden, London

Flagship restaurant of chef Adam Handling, using local ingredients on a contemporary seasonal menu.

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#37 of 509 Restaurants in London #1 of 27 Modern British restaurants in London

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.69

0.6 km from the center of London

Rating breakdown

5 ★81%
4 ★10%
3 ★4%
2 ★1%
1 ★3%

34-35 Southampton St, London WC2E 7HG, United Kingdom

frogbyadamhandling.com

+44 20 7199 8370

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What is the rating of Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden?: Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 750 reviews.
How does Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden rank in London?: Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden is #37 of 509 Restaurants in London by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden located?: 34-35 Southampton St, London WC2E 7HG, United Kingdom — 0.6 km from the center of London.
How can I contact Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden?: Phone: +44 20 7199 8370 · Website: frogbyadamhandling.com

Reviews (8)

Christian Harvey 2023 Nov 07

Frog by Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden

Excellent food and service! Loved every bite. All the dishes were inventive, well presented, and, most importantly, delicious. Would recommend a visit to anyone and everyone.

Amy Niu 2023 Oct 24

It was the best restaurant I have ever gone to. The theme of using leftovers and 'having a bit of fun with it' was really creative and good for the environment. The snacks and the non-main course dishes they offered and the idea of 'taking you along the UK' (all sorts if food found around the UK) was extremely creative. The presentation of the food was nice, the atmosphere, attitude of the waiters, and everything was perfect in general. I will come back again to eat! P.S. The head chef is good looking.

Pesh 2023 Sep 10

As a fan of Adam Handling and is innovating cooking on The Great British Menu and Celebrity Masterchef, we finally made it to his flagship, one star Michelin restaurant, The Frog in Covent Garden.

From the moment we walked in, we knew we were in for a real treat, and we weren’t wrong

We were warmed to expect a theatrical show, with innovating dishes that have a story behind each dish, and use the finest ingredients from around the UK. Let me tell you, the pics don’t do it justice but we were taken on journey inside Adam’s head and it was simply magical.

As usual, we opted for the tasting menu with matching wine. This has to be one of the best

One highlight for us was the open concept kitchen, where every table seat faces the kitchen so you can watch these talented chefs work their magic.

At the time of drafting our experience, we had just hit the 3 hr mark, and onto the pre desert, which brought out some childhood memories as it include popping candy, loved it…

We will be sticking to tradition, and stumbling out of here.

I have knocked a star off for a factors we felt they missed on the day points that were missed on the sat.

As we sat down, one of the sommeliers came round to offer us a glass of champagne from the trolley. So it was to our surprise that they proceed to charge us £60 for a glass for a bottle that retails at £48.99. This is outrageous and needs to be made clear to guest up front. You set a fault expectation

Secondly, toward the end of the meal, with most guest still in the restaurant, we noticed many of the front our house had disappeared, and it was difficult to get anyone’s attention. I do believe they are not far off a 2 star status, but you can’t go from hero to zero. You need to provide that high level of service throughout the period your guests are with you.

Graham Whatling 2023 Aug 15

Absolutely incredible! One of the best meals I've ever eaten, in a wonderful setting with the most wonderful service and an amazingly talented kitchen team. The scallop dish was probably the best plate of food I've eaten. Absolutely magical. Can't recommend them enough!

ethan huang 2023 Aug 05

Let’s start with the positives. The restaurant’s interior was thoughtfully designed, providing a visually appealing ambiance that complemented the overall dining experience. From the decor to the presentation of dishes, everything exuded creativity and attention to detail, making the meal feel like an artistic journey.

One of the standout features of the restaurant was its commendable concept of no waste. It was heartening to see how the establishment focused on sustainability and minimizing food waste, aligning with the current need for responsible dining practices.

The creative dining experience was undoubtedly a highlight. The dishes were served in intriguing ways, engaging multiple senses and making the meal a delightful adventure. I appreciated the effort the chef put into crafting a memorable and interactive dining experience.

Now, on to the areas that could be improved. While the presentation was stellar, the taste of the food itself sometimes took a backseat. I found that the use of mixed spices tended to overpower the natural flavors of the ingredients, making it challenging to truly savor the essence of each dish. It would be wonderful to see a more delicate balance between creativity and preserving the core flavors of the ingredients. Overall the food is hard to swallow.

Sjoerd Van Zijp 2023 Jul 09

British nose-to-tail cooking at its very finest, Adam has constructed a line up of low-mileage delights that surprise and delight at every corner and will leave you feeling stuffed to the brim with creativity, technique and dollops of flavour.

Special attention goes to the service, which was the very best combination of respectful, empathetic and engaging. It is refreshing to go on a fine dining experience and instantly feel that every single member of staff is equally passionate and proud about the project, and not shy to share their enthusiasm.

The cocktail bar downstairs is a great place for an after-dinner drink. The cocktails are inspired by (and largely made from) the cut offs out of the upstairs kitchen, while the staff here is equally at tentative, even at midnight on a Saturday.

This is pricey eating, but for a very good reason.

Susan Bellam 2023 May 30

We had the most wonderful meal. We felt so relaxed enjoying the amazing flavours in the beautiful setting. As a vegetarian I was very impressed that every dish was both absolutely delicious and completely different. Often vegetarian tasting menus rely very heavily on mushrooms, but yours was so much more. And it perfectly matched the meat tasting menu my friend had. However what really blew us away was the exceptional service and kindness. Accommodating our theatre trip was like nothing we had experienced before and we were so grateful. We can’t wait to come back!

Eleonora D'onofrio 2023 May 14

Wow what an excellent experience! Everything was perfect from top to bottom, service was great, food was amazing, my allergy was also addressed properly. I'm not a super fan of fish in general but I gotta say, every dish was proving me wrong. Attention to detail is the key to describe the evening, from the graphic design of the menu to the ceramics and plating. The open kitchen is great to watch and they are very quiet. The only small downside was the mocktail olive garden which to me was too olive-y and I couldn't drink it. Atmosphere was nice but maybe the lighting and decor could use some more work to increase the cohesiveness of the experience!
Overall, I would definitely go back!