Chapter One

4.7

5783 Reviews

£41 and over

Modern European

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Neighborhood gem

Chapter One is an award-winning Modern European restaurant with 3 AA Rosettes in Orpington, Kent. Following a major refurbishment in early 2019, Chapter One has relaunched with a more modern approach, tempting guests with greater variety and quality.

Under the direction of acclaimed chef Andrew McLeish, modern European cooking is available in two formats. In the Restaurant, sophisticated seasonal dishes are served in a refined setting with a weekly changing 3-course Lunch Menu du Jour, a seasonally-inspired 7-course Tasting Menu and an a la carte option. In the more informal Brasserie, a selection of favourites are cooked to perfection with the finest ingredients. The drinks offering is as exciting with an AA Notable Wine List, premium spirits, and cocktails. There is also a private dining room for corporate and private occasions.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, Contemporary European
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
01689 854848
Website
http://www.chapteronerestaurant.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Andrew McLeish
Private party facilities
If you’re looking for a truly distinctive experience, our recently refurbished private dining room is ideal. Whether you’re planning a wedding reception a dinner party or a corporate event, your guests will enjoy excellent cuisine in exclusive surroundings.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: 01689 854848

Location
Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, Kent, BR6 8NF
Neighborhood
Orpington
Parking details
Large private car park for up to 70 cars
Public transit
Nearest BR station is Orpington. There is a black taxi rank at the station and the easiest thing is to get a taxi. It is approximately 2 miles from Orpington station to Chapter One.Trains to Orpington are from Charing Cross or Victoria.Alternatively train to Bromley South and then taxi but this is further away (approximately 4 miles)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

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Kent
Great for fine wines

Review summary

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Chapter One offers a refined dining experience with "impeccable" service and "delicious" cuisine, making it a favorite for special occasions. Guests rave about the "exceptional" flavors and beautiful presentation. The restaurant consistently impresses with its extensive wine list and stylish ambiance, although some note a decline in attention to detail recently.

5,783 Reviews

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Patty
Newcastle
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been coming to Chapter One since it first opened several times during the year, which speaks volumes of our love for this restaurant. The introduction of a Brasserie was a wonderful idea as is their grill. Tge staff are so well trained, they live their work snd there are sufficient members of the various teams to ensure that the service is and always has been, first class.
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Richard
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We received prompt and friendly service without fuss. All 3 courses of our a la carte menu choice ( as there were 2 of us, this means 6 dishes tried ) were excellent ( eg. halibut, beef tartare, pork cheek. tandoori monkfish , baked coffee tart ). We expected a high quality of food and service and we were not disappointed. Our white wine was served appropriately chilled. The restaurant was busy in this lead up to Christmas and yet our server took time to explain the menu and courses were delivered in a timely fashion. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable eating experience.
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Helen
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was better than I expected with first class service, thank you
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Mel
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible place Spot on food service and vibe from start to finish Christmas dinner insanely good - melt in the mouth turkey - exquisite trimmings They loved the snails, tartare and the hake I think you should patent the Christmas pudding - we all agreed it was the BEST we have ever tasted. Can I buy some pud for home please Hats off to the team - you must be exhausted by now We appreciate you all Thank you and Happy Holidays
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Caroline
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful food, fabulous service, classy ambience.
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Julia
Jersey
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
One of my favourite restaurants for special occasions . Staff are always helpful and polite topping up wine etc discreetly without interrupting. The food is always very good with a good choice including a vegetarian option and fish along with an excellent wine list. The noise level is low, even with larger parties, so a party of two can chat quietly. Seating is comfortably spaced so there is a nice distance between tables.
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Douglas
Kent
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice intermit dinning experience . First time dinning In Brasserie and found it Great . Normally have been in Main dinning room for last fifteen years when visiting Restraunt but was already booked up and Brasserie only available would definitely eat there again . Great service and quality good Thank You .
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Julie
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was superb- as were the cocktails. Only disappointment was that they had received no steak order but that was a tiny issue. Would come again in a heartbeat.
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Saurabh
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first visit and hopefully not the last. I would certainly like to try more items on the menu and different menus as well. The food was really delicious and well presented. The texture, taste and time taken for food being served was just perfect. The service was courteous and welcoming. Looking forward to our next visit.
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Julie
Berkshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Such a beautiful restaurant with stunning food. Excellent for vegetarians.
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Chapter One is rated 4.7 stars by 5783 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, Kent, BR6 8NF

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Orpington
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Modern European, Contemporary European
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Large private car park for up to 70 cars
Public transit
Nearest BR station is Orpington. There is a black taxi rank at the station and the easiest thing is to get a taxi. It is approximately 2 miles from Orpington station to Chapter One.Trains to Orpington are from Charing Cross or Victoria.Alternatively train to Bromley South and then taxi but this is further away (approximately 4 miles)
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Andrew McLeish
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chapteronerestaurant.co.uk/
Phone number
01689 854848
Private party facilities
If you’re looking for a truly distinctive experience, our recently refurbished private dining room is ideal. Whether you’re planning a wedding reception a dinner party or a corporate event, your guests will enjoy excellent cuisine in exclusive surroundings.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator: 01689 854848

Chapter One

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