An urban sanctuary located in the old judges' dining room of Sessions House, a grand Grade II* listed building in Clerkenwell, London, known for its beautiful ambiance and refined cuisine.
Sessions Arts Club is an urban sanctuary located in the old judges' dining room of Sessions House, a grand Grade II* listed building in Clerkenwell, London. It is often described as one of London's most beautiful restaurants, featuring a two-story high room with huge arch windows, creating a decadent yet cozy, moody, and artistic ambiance. The restaurant is known for its refined cuisine and a curated wine selection, including a unique 'Lost Wines' series.
Customers consistently praise the restaurant's stunning and atmospheric ambiance, often described as moody, artistic, romantic, and cozy, with soaring ceilings and candle-lit tables. The food is generally rated as excellent, refined, and featuring interesting flavor combinations. Service is mostly described as attentive and warm, though one review noted it as average. Common themes include the high price point and small portions, which are acknowledged as typical for upscale dining. Some diners have noted the presence of 'influencers' taking photos, which can occasionally detract from the experience.
Additional Details
The restaurant is housed within the historic Sessions House, a Grade II* listed building. It places a strong emphasis on its wine program, featuring a 'Lost Wines' series that offers bottles rescued from forgotten cellars.
The restaurant is open for Lunch Tuesday – Saturday (12:00 – 14:30), Sunday Lunch (12:00 – 16:30), and Dinner Monday – Saturday (17:30 – 22:00).
5
Staying at Sessions was an entirely new level of dining experience! The quality of the ingredients, the combination of flavours and the care taken are truly exceptional. I honestly think it was one of the best evenings I have ever had in London.
Beyond the outstanding meal, the setting is absolutely stunning. Dining in an authentic 17th century courthouse surrounded by authentic interiors makes the experience feel truly unique.
I also would like to highlight that the floor and bar staff were super friendly and attentive. They took their time to help us make our choices and made us feel welcome throughout the evening.
If I could give this place 10 stars, I absolutely would. The next time my friends visit from abroad, this will be the first restaurant I bring them to. Thank you for such a memorable experience!
We had a great experience here for my husband's birthday. The places oozes atmosphere with its soaring ceilings and candle-lit tables, and our server Floss was fantastic. We had the cheese and melon to start, followed by asparagus, quail and then the lamb with anchovy and mustard sauce. Everything was delicious. The only downside is that because of Sessions' gorgeous interior and moody vibe is that it attracts a lot of ridiculous "influencers" who spend more time taking pictures of themselves in various poses around the restaurant (including the bathroom) than they do enjoying the place or the food. Hats off to the wonderful manager at the front desk for taking it in stride. :)
I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you to the people working in this restaurant, especially to those who served our wedding celebration table (booking 14.04 5:30pm). Each and every one of you made our day so memorable. From the service to food and wine selection, the restaurant atmosphere and music, it was 5 star experience. And the food was incredibly delicious. Me and my husband have been to many restaurants in London, but this place definitely jumped to the very top of the best restaurants list. A hidden gem which will always hold a special place in my heart - will definitely be back.
A wonderful experience overall! The food was genuinely excellent- refined without being overworked. The service was warm, setting deserves its own mention! The club sits within a stunning heritage building, and the architecture alone is worth the visit!
All in all, a memorable experience. :)
Surprised about the bad reviews, we had an excellent time! Service was really attentive, food was great and the atmosphere is lovely. Yes, it’s pricy and portions are small, but this is normal in upscale restaurants. I’d recommend and will be coming back for more!
