Quaglinos, Mayfair.

We descended down the sweeping staircase, and were seated in the vast subterranean restaurant. I instantly noticed that it seemed classier…fresher…this place means business. It used to feel glamorous and classy, but you could see that the furniture was a little tired and it desperately needed a ‘freshen up’, now though, it’s back with a bang. We started with cocktails, and nibbled on the warm fresh crusty bread while perusing the menu. I had the ‘Fresh as a Daisy’, it was deliciously refreshing!

C decided to have a starter, and ordered the Venison Tartare, I’m more of a dessert girl so skipped a starter and ordered Sea bass for mains, while C opted for the Cod. Sadly the venison tartare wasn’t the most photogenic dish in the world, so I didn’t get a photo.

The sea bass was divine, it melted in my mouth. The waiter had advised us to get two sides, so soon enough our wilted spinach and gratin dauphinois arrived, however, we really didn’t need these.

Despite our fish dishes not coming with anything extra, they were so large we really didn’t need the spinach or potatoes.

They were delicious though, so we had no problem finishing it all.For dessert I had the buttermilk panna cotta with blackberries and pain d’Espagne, it was the perfect end to such a wonderful meal.

The restaurant lighting is moody and glamorous, and the perfect place to eat and drink with friends. I definitely wouldn’t call it a romantic restaurant, the atmosphere is far too buzzy and fun.

Quag’s also has two bars – one upstairs which is perfect for cocktails with the girls, and one in the middle of the restaurant, giving diners a little entertainment with the mixologists.

There’s also a stage at the far end of the restaurant, which transforms the restaurant at 10pm into more of a club. I’m coming back in a few weeks time with some blogger friends, so will tell you all about that then 😉

Quaglino’s is the same as ever; excellent food, and beautiful, glamorous surroundings. The service was a little over-attentive (at one point three different waiters/waitresses were asking C how she was, and then while one waiter brought us a menu, seconds later a waitress was asking us if we were ready to order!), however seeing as this was re-opening week, I think this was just ‘first week nerves’ for the staff.If you love glamour and luxury, you must go to Quaglino’s, it really is one of my favourite restaurants in London.