Wow. We thought St. John was totally overrated and couldn't begin to understand how it was so well regarded. It had no ambience and reminded us of a cafeteria. Our service was lackluster at best. We even had dressed well but couldn't understand why we bothered. And our meals were bizarre, not particularly well cooked, and largely flavorless. Maybe it was a very off night, but we have never been so disappointed by a "top" restaurant anywhere. Maybe we just don't enjoy or cannot appreciate modern recreations of English pub food--as we also found Dinner to be overrated (but one of the most beautiful restaurant spaces in the world).

Our favorite in London is unquestionably The Ledbury. Tremendous and enthusiastic service, amazing food, nice space...and no jacket requirement!