Gaucho Chancery

Gaucho Chancery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Michael00

   London8 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Set menu very disappointing it was like a kids menu wish I never ordered it
   

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   Peter

   London3 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   Bad steaks, a bad undressed green salad of just lettuce, unseasoned chips, and unbelievably expensive. I’ve been to gaucho so many times, but think this restaurant has come to an end. £50 for a small steak, nothing else and an endforsed 13.5% service charge makes this an untenable eating out experience for any normal minded people. I feel this restaurant will go bust soon.
   

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   Graham VIP

   London25 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 30, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great Meat, Great Wine, Good Service as ever at Chancery Lane
   

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   Chris

   London6 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 29, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Mixed experience in what is now a more modernised environment compared to my previous visits. The main course was significantly delayed, and when my steak finally arrived, it was barely warm. I had to ask for a steak knife, and was told the one I had was their steak knife, though they did eventually bring a sharper one. Unfortunately, the steak itself was undercooked (not medium rare as requested) and quite difficult to cut. Dessert was fine, and the service was generally good, although I did find myself looking around for someone a few times when we needed assistance. As this was a business meal, I chose not to make a fuss at the time out of respect for the others I was with, but overall, I found the experience underwhelming.
   

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   sean VIP

   London34 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 25, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great as always. I would eat here every day if I could.
   

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   Kath

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on March 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was great, nice spot when you need space for bussines meeting. Waiter was attentive and didn't put pressure. Will be back
   

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   Raphaël

   London1 review

   1.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   We have been regular visitors to Gaucho Chancery Lane, as we’ve always found it to be one of the best steakhouses in London. However, our Valentine’s Day experience was deeply disappointing. From the start, it was clear that the restaurant was severely understaffed. The waiting time between courses was unacceptable—40 minutes between each dish, which completely disrupted the flow of the meal. The quality of the food was also below their usual standard. Our starter was undercooked, with the dough still soggy. When our mains finally arrived, the steak was overcooked, despite requesting medium rare. Given our past experiences, this was a real letdown. The biggest issue was the lack of service. While we understand it was a busy evening, we felt that the focus was more on maximizing revenue than maintaining quality. The 13% service charge felt entirely unjustified as the total time a server spent at our table was under three minutes. Overall, this was not the level of experience we expect from Gaucho, and certainly not for a special occasion. We hope they address their staffing and service issues, as this visit was far from what we’ve come to appreciate from this restaurant.
   

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   clinton

   London3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 29, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Really great special 3 course lunch menu for £24, the food is delicious
   

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   Kieran VIP

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Very good experience as expected from Gaucho. Very attentive and courteous waiting staff.
   

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    Ian

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Nice restaurant. Great service and food was really good
    

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