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Ognisko, London,

Ognisko

4.8
4.8
3948 Reviews
£26 to £40
Polish
55 Exhibition Rd, London, SW7 2PN

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 51 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Ognisko restaurant on Exhibition Road in the heart of South Kensington, is just a stone’s throw away from the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall and London Imperial College. Housed in the beautiful Victorian home of Ognisko Polskie club the restaurant is focusing on the cuisines eastern and Central Europe. The bar is open all day serving light dishes as well as mouthwatering desserts. Ognisko’s bar serves a wide range of fruit and spice -infused vodkas, classic cocktails and a small range boutique beers from regional Polish breweries. The restaurant can sit up to 80 guests together with a terrace overlooking communal gardens seating up to 40. There is also a large events space on the first floor available for daytime conferences, weddings and corporate events.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Polish, Eastern European, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7589 0101
  • Website
    http://www.ogniskorestaurant.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jarek Mlynarczyk
  • Private party facilities
    This Victorian building with floor to ceiling windows offers a charming setting ideal for any gathering. Their flexible function spaces include the restaurant and a Ballroom. Unique historic location in the heart of South Kensington allows guests to get to the venue easily from anywhere in London.
  • Private party contact
    Radek Golon: 020 7589 0101
  • Location
    55 Exhibition Rd, London, SW7 2PN
  • Neighborhood
    South Kensington
  • Cross street
    Princes Gardens
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Closest underground stations: South Kensington and Gloucester Rd.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Private dining

Menu

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What 3,948 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ognisko in South Kensington is a delightful gem offering refined Polish cuisine in a stunning Victorian setting. Guests rave about the "excellent food," "attentive service," and "beautiful ambiance." Highlights include traditional dishes like pierogi and a "wide selection of infused vodkas." This restaurant promises an "exceptional" dining experience with a touch of elegance.
3,948 Reviews

  1. LORRAINE

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant and staff. Food was excellent along with the vodka

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  2. Graeme

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure dining here. Great food selection, very good service and no canned music! One of my favourites in London

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  3. Zbigniew

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely location- dining area has choice of inside seating (quiet with low lighting hence relaxing) and covered outside area (light and bright but gets crowded). Service is focussed and you are never ignored. Food is a take-on standard Polish fare - good, some dishes - very good. Vodka is ice cold - with a nice range to choose from. Will re-visit.

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  4. Mandy

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A great find, lovely food and good value too. We will return.

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  5. Sara

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So chic, classic, the food was amazing and the set menu was affordable, but at the same time so deliciou.

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  6. Adrian

    Surrey3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent. Loverly historical restaurant. Definitely worth a visit.

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  7. David

    Kent2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful Saturday lunch experience. Great food, super atmosphere and attentive, non-pushy, waiting staff.

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  8. Yolanda VIP

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, great vibe, beautiful restaurant, but a bit loud for conversation. Service could have been better. As the meal went on it was harder to get the waitress’s attention.

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  9. David

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elegant, stylish and good value. Staff attentive without being intrusive and truly original options at the bar and on the menu.

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  10. Susannah

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    marvellous place in every way & always good service

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FAQs

Ognisko does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

Ognisko is rated 4.8 stars by 3948 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  4. South West London
  5. South Kensington

Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Google Map for Ognisko

55 Exhibition Rd, London, SW7 2PN

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Princes Gardens
  • Neighborhood
    South Kensington
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Polish, Eastern European, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Closest underground stations: South Kensington and Gloucester Rd.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jarek Mlynarczyk
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ogniskorestaurant.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    020 7589 0101
  • Private party facilities
    This Victorian building with floor to ceiling windows offers a charming setting ideal for any gathering. Their flexible function spaces include the restaurant and a Ballroom. Unique historic location in the heart of South Kensington allows guests to get to the venue easily from anywhere in London.
  • Private party contact
    Radek Golon: 020 7589 0101
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