An intimate 12-seat Chef's Table experience offering sky-high fine dining on the 60th floor of 22 Bishopsgate in London, part of the Gordon Ramsay Restaurants group.
James Knappett is a British Michelin-starred chef, co-founder of the intimate 20-cover Kitchen Table in London, known for its innovative tasting menu. His cuisine is a blend of refined global techniques with a strong...
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Last updated: 5/20/2026, 4:28:10 PM
Key Information
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High offers an intimate, 12-seat Chef's Table experience located on the 60th floor of the 22 Bishopsgate building. It provides sky-high fine dining with floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views of London, including the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Guests can watch chefs prepare dishes in an open kitchen setting, often from swivel chairs designed for this purpose. The concept emphasizes craftsmanship, haute artistry, and a meticulously curated tasting menu.
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the food, often describing it as 'amazing and fantastic' and surpassing many three-star Michelin restaurants. The service is highlighted as attentive, polished, and professional. The intimate 12-seat setting and the stunning panoramic views of London are major draws, creating a very special and memorable experience. Minor drawbacks mentioned include a shared restroom with a neighboring restaurant (Lucky Cat) and occasional cooking aromas or elevator noise in the dining room, though these generally do not significantly detract from the overall positive experience.
Additional Details
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High is situated in the prestigious 22 Bishopsgate building in the heart of London's financial district. The dining experience includes a welcome glass of champagne and offers various beverage pairing options, including wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic choices. Security checks are required to access the building, so guests should plan for extra time before their reservation.
The restaurant primarily offers a dinner experience. Given its intimate size and high demand, reservations are essential and should be made well in advance.
Google
5
Had reservations for a Friday in Oct 2025. I was super impressed with the atmosphere, quality of food, interactions with chefs and staff. A reservation here is very special because the restaurant has only 12 seats in the restaurant.
Before: visiting from another country, I had some questions regarding credit card payments and dress code. Sent an email and the restaurant responded within 24 hours to answer my questions. (Yes, they take credit cards. The dress code is no sneakers/ trainers/ tennis shoes. Dressy but comfortable was their guidance). A week before the reservation, they called to confirm, asked about any food allergies, and walked through the layout of the meal.
Checking in: there is a bit of security so plan for about 15 minutes of escalators and queues. When you take the elevator up, your anticipation raises up. The doors open and a quick turn to the restaurant.
Dinner: walking into the restaurant, you are offered a glass of champagne to toast the evening. The staff asks if you will be ordering the wine tasting, cocktail tasting or 1/2 tasting. We opted for purchasing a glass of wine each as we are not big drinkers. I was a little worried that we would be treated differently for it, but no, we got the same level of service as everyone else. The meal, AMAZING and FANTASTIC and beyond all others. It is a tasting menu only that is created by the chefs. We loved everything. Photos below (I forgot to take photos of the first few courses).
The view: you have floor to ceiling windows to see out to London and swivel chairs to watch the chefs. Advice: a seat at the end of the table allows you to see both without turning around.
RGRH
April 1st , 2026
Reception not very welcoming
sent to lucky cat when asked for restaurant Gordon Ramsay
No greeting at chefs table despite only four people seated
No explanation of the night, Mario AGM weak start.
Team seemed nervous
Had to ask for a champagne
Poor explanation of the wine list
Only 30 minutes in and disappointed.
Hopefully things improve
Tom (first day ) attending made it better (escorted to lift)and Chef James was super professional , Francis other front of house good and calm and super respectful
First two courses great
Condensation blurs the view hot air against cold stays on the windows
Three servers for 12 customers adequate and attentive
Two no show on the night.
Adam (kitchen)presented the bread very well and super relaxed vibe. It’s getting better.
Lobster tail amazing
Turbot from Cornwall (this morning) and asparagus from Loire valley wow , Mario getting better now he has relaxed. I guess I can be intimidating.
Chef James chef is great
That said it’s all a bit chaotic at the front sometimes.
Main course beautiful lamb from Lake District Herd-wick.
Overall I feel a great experience but needs polish and maybe some discussion with AGM who is trying hard. “Sorry Mario”
Front Service 4.0
Back service 4.8
Food 5.0
Ambience 4.2
View 5.0
Not sure who has the power on recruitment but I feel Chef James maybe has to assert more on this.
Perhaps it’s the GM’s decision.
Stepped into lucky cat after RGRH cool vibe and met Ali and Tatiana bar tenders on bar side awesome vibe. Made night great.
Kudos to Kuwar/ Ryan less so James.
An exceptional dining experience that felt both refined and genuinely welcoming. Each course was beautifully put together, with a real sense of balance, high-quality ingredients, and elegant presentation. The flavours were thoughtful and memorable.
The service was just as impressive. The team were attentive without ever feeling intrusive, and the wine pairing was excellent. Tom, in particular, stood out, his warmth, attention to detail, and clear expertise made the whole evening feel seamless and special.
The atmosphere tied everything together perfectly, creating a space that was both comfortable and elevated.
Overall, a restaurant that truly delivers on both gastronomy and hospitality. Highly recommended!!
Overall, the experience was very satisfying, with attentive and polished service throughout the meal.
The cuisine was thoughtfully composed and generally impressive. While the cheese dessert did not leave as strong an impression—the truffle aroma felt restrained and subtle—the progression of the menu was well balanced.
The amuse-bouche and the jelly dessert served toward the end stood out as particularly elegant and memorable.
The final petite passion fruit tart was the least compelling element for me. The tart base was relatively thick and firm, which slightly overshadowed the brightness and vibrancy of the passion fruit.
The wine pairing leaned toward a more complex and distinctive style, with pronounced aromatic characteristics. While this approach may not suit every palate, it would appeal to guests who appreciate layered and expressive wines.
I had noticed prior reviews mentioning lingering cooking aromas in the dining room, which caused some initial concern. In practice, however, this did not detract from the experience and felt overstated.
One minor drawback was the shared restroom with the neighboring Lucky Cat, which felt less refined than expected at this price point. Additionally, noise from neighboring guests using the elevator occasionally disrupted the otherwise calm atmosphere.
An Unforgettable Experience at Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High
Dining at Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High on the 60th floor of 22 Bishopsgate is nothing short of extraordinary. The views alone are worth the visit - London’s skyline unfolds in every direction - but it’s the food and service that truly elevate the experience.
The intimate Chef’s Table setting offers front-row seats to culinary artistry at its finest. Each course of the tasting menu is beautifully executed, bold in flavor, and a true showcase of seasonal ingredients. Paired with an impeccable wine selection and flawless service, every moment feels curated and unforgettable.
This isn’t just a meal - it’s a journey, and easily one of the most refined and memorable dining experiences in the city. Highly recommended.
