The Vincent Rooms
London
At a glance
The Vincent Rooms in London offers an exceptional dining and educational experience through a trio of distinct venues, each located within the Capital City College Westminster centre. Positioned in the elegant setting of Vincent Square, this establishment provides a serene getaway from the city's fast pace.
Patrons can select from three unique dining areas: the sophisticated Escoffier, the relaxed Brasserie, and the inviting Café. The Escoffier is ideal for those seeking a fine dining experience, presenting expertly crafted dishes in an intimate setting. The ever-changing themed menus showcase a fusion of classic and contemporary flavours, promising a memorable culinary journey.
The Brasserie offers a more casual environment for diners wishing to enjoy a meal at their own pace, while the Café provides a warm, cosy space for informal meetups, complete with comfortable sofas and ambient lighting. With freshly brewed tea and coffee, along with a delightful selection of pastries and cakes, it is a perfect spot to unwind.
All meals and beverages served across the Vincent Rooms are prepared by the dedicated students of the college. Revenues generated are reinvested into the educational programs, thereby supporting the new generation of culinary talent. In keeping with its art deco roots, the structure is bright, airy and filled with natural light, enhancing the tranquil ambiance that surrounds the dining experience.
Whether for a business lunch, dinner, or a casual coffee break, the Vincent Rooms provide a unique opportunity to enjoy quality cuisine at great value, while supporting student learning and development.
Reviews
The welcome from front of house could have been a bit friendlier so not a good start. We were served by Shaun who seemed polite enough but was a little forgetful about my dietary requirements and didn’t offer me gluten-free bread as I had to ask while everyone else got their normal bread offering. My gluten free 2 slices of toasted bread arrived after I finished my main. I’m not sure if it was homemade or not but tasted ok. The food was tasty and presented well, but it could have be a lot better if we didn’t leave feeling hungry. The portions were tiny! No cabs with the fish main course and we couldn’t order side dishes for example potatoes or extra vegetables which was specified on their menu on the website and at the doorway. The actual menu that we ordered from had far less options. The description of the baked Alaska dessert didn’t match the menu when it was served and Shaun failed to mention this that the chef changed it. My chocolate and almond cake served with 1 teaspoon of coffee ice cream that was very sweet and it was not cold in enough. Well, if they are charging normal restaurant prices I expect a certain standard in return please. So all in all an expensive and disappointing experience.
Our waitress was a first-year trainee called Reya, aged 17. She was understandably a little nervous at first, but she was absolutely excellent. She was polite, attentive and whenever she didn’t know something, she wasn’t afraid to check and come back with the right answer, which I really appreciated. The food and service were both very good, and it was lovely to see young people learning and gaining confidence in such a welcoming environment. I will definitely be going again and would happily recommend it to others. REBECCA
We stumbled upon the Vincent brasserie and café for lunch and we are so glad we did! Our meal was delicious: beautifully prepared. (I am very picky about the cooking of salmon, as a lot of restaurants get it very wrong. The salmon here was perfect!) What really sets this place apart, though, is that all of the workers are students in the hospitality program at Westminster Capitol City College. Well the service was a little irregular at times, the employees were all charming and very concerned about providing a good dining experience. We highly recommend the Vincent Rooms! We will be back.
This was such an experience, A seven course tasting menu with paired wines . The service was friendly efficient and informative, as they explained each course. Each glass of wine presented was accompanied by a flavourful dish . The cosmopolitan cocktail was delightful, they also serve a nonalcoholic version . This was such a wonderful experience the ambience of the restaurant is delightful, great place to visit for pleasure or a business lunch of dinner. Thank you.
Had a great Xmas lunch here. Everything was perfect and included drink, party pack, cracker and mini mince pies to finish off. The food was great. I particularly enjoyed the Game Terrine starter. Can't wait to revisit on a themed menu. Well done!!!
