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I first came to this jazz bar earlier this summer when it had just moved to its new location (it used to be based somewhere down the road). The friend who brought me here refused to tell me over the phone where we were going which either signals that 1) Said friend is going to kidnap me, or 2) This place is somewhere he wanted to keep secret.
Obviously I haven’t been kidnapped and, heck, I can keep a secret if you can.
Situated directly opposite the tube station, a discreet doorway leads you up to the Piano Bar & Restaurant where a long white room with a piano at one end and a bar at the other will greet you.
There’s something so very comfortable about Piano Bar and it’s not just the black leatherette banquettes. No sirree, it’s the buzzy atmosphere, some great live music (Baz, the owner, sings and plays most nights) and the likeable, eclectic crowd who are encouraged to play/ sing if they want to.
Prices are pretty average with house red (Cabernet Sauvignon) costing less than £4 a glass or £12.50 for a bottle. Food hovers around the £7/ 8 mark but isn’t much to shout about; a salmon tortelli (like ravioli) was on the bland side. But if you’re less bothered about being wowed gastronomically than having a great night out then give it a go. Christ, just don’t tell anyone else about it.
(Incidentally, on a Tuesday the Piano Bar was pretty empty which is fine if you want it chilled but I advise you check it out later on in the week to get the full benefit.)
Sophia Wong (28 11 2004)
Piano London Description
Pianist Bazz Norton and his 160 year-old Collard & Collard grand piano invite you to sample the delights of the Piãno bar and restaurant. The Piano is an elegant piano bar on Kensington High Street, W8.
A full menu is available whilst you listen to the music. With a variety of fine wines, and delicious food on offer you are sure to have a thoroughly enjoyable evening in our company.
We are open seven days a week for the live piano music and there is no cover charge, however it is essential that you book a table, as we are always very busy!
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Average Customer Rating (12 Votes)
My husband and I went to Piano on a Saturday night for our 5th wedding anniversary and had an amazing time.
The atmosphere was perfect, classy without being pretentious. It was actually nicer inside than the photo on their website, with lots of tea lights to set the mood. Also, it is very well designed as both a cosy restaurant, and a bar (which it evolved into later on in the evening).
I had read reviews that the food wasn't the main attraction, but was pleasantly surprised. We had dips with flatbread to start, which were very tasty and well presented, followed by Organic Chicken with mash, red wine Jus and Sweet Potato crisps which was beautifully cooked. My husband had a Mushroom Risotto which was delicious. We followed with creme brulee for dessert which was delightfully subtle, served with rich ice-cream and fresh mint.
The wait staff were relaxed, yet attentive and there were plenty to go around.
We anticipated that the music would be the highlight of our night, and were not disappointed. All three pianists we good, and the Aussie who was the main act was a great entertainer. His song choice was fantastic, and for the first half of the act he played songs which my husband and I have in our collection.
We had a wonderful night and I would recommend Piano to anyone wishing to do the same.”
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Patricia, London (26 11 2007)
A great night out with good food, especially the cherry tomato and basil bruchetta (wow) but don't expect massive portions..... a little cramped but a good atmosphere with some great piano playing. Something different!”
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Sandra, Chelmsford (11 02 2007)
My wife and I had a fabulous time. The music was superb, the food good and the atmosphere great. What made it even better was the attention from both Baz and his staff, which was the best we have ever encountered. We were made to feel very special.
THANK YOU!”
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Paul Cooper, Cirencester (28 08 2006)
Wow! What a place. While i was in Bazz's extremely talented sons sung for us. The one i liked the most was matt, who was a very handsome young man although only 13 years old. I highly reccomed the bar for anyone wanting a good time with mellow jazz and rock'n'roll.
Amazing.
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Daniel, Surrey (25 05 2006)
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