The Botanist, Chelsea, London

Lovely place, very chic, glamorous - very Sloane Square! Unfortunately, with all of the above, you must pay out….and it definitely isn’t cheap! I went for lunch with my friend on a lunch break and despite having a lovely time, I regretted it when the bill arrived! I should have been paying more attention to the prices on the menu!

Anyway, I learned my lesson and won’t be returning. But it WAS lovely :)

One of my favourite places for breakfast in London, on the sadly rare occasions a) that I am up early enough and b) I’m over this side of town. It’s rather plush, but I’ve always found the atmosphere relaxed and the service good. Obviously, as it is slap bang in the heart of Sloane Square it does lack the serenity of a quiet night in with the Dalai Lama, if that’s what you’re looking for.

However, when conditions a and b are met, this place definitely greases my chain. Why? The main reason is that the food, God forbid, actually tastes like it should! Fresh fruit packed with natural flavour, Manhattan style pancakes with a side of bacon that tastes like you’re licking a pig and kippers that can only be described as glorious.

Granted, you’ll need to shell out more than your local greasy spoon, but frankly my dears, I don’t give a damn. It’s worth every penny.

Whoever is sourcing the ingredients here, I’d like to give them a big wet slobbery kiss behind the bus stop.

The Botanist is VERY Sloane Square, but then I suppose it is on Sloane Square. Go there to sip on Bloody Mary’s and Champagne or tuck into oysters or fantastic seafood. The service is excellent and there is a bustling atmosphere due to its popularity. It’s not cheap but then youare on Sloane Square.

Not how I usually get to spend a Thursday afternoon but took time out with some friends over from France sitting in the 'lounge’ (bar!) of The Botanist. Was feeling a touch peckish so ordered a burger and fries - Wow, I’ve never had a burger quite like it….. big compliments to the chef, it was the most delicious burger I have ever had, and I’ve had a few burgers in my time.

Friendly service, very chic interior design without being too intimidating, love all the mirrors, all very glamerous and a big treat!! 4 1/2 hours later I had to cycle home in the semi-darkness and realised I’d left my bike lights at home - oooops!!!!