Giggling Squid - London

We booked a table a week in advance for a special family birthday on New Year’s Day at 6.30pm. We arrived on time. There was no table specifically reserved despite us requesting a nice table for the birthday meal. The service was awful. We waited half an hour to order drinks and food. We waited an hour for our starters. Some of the drinks we ordered didn’t arrive. The food was good but the poor service spoiled what was meant to be a special occasion. Despite us having booked a table, other diners who arrived after us ordered and received their food long before us. The manager said they were short staffed but they were accepting bookings and people without bookings in spite of this. Really disappointing.

Always a lovely atmosphere buzzy but not busy and the restaurant is always so nicely styled. The food was delicious fresh, beautifully presented and piping hot. A good range of drinks and cocktails made it fun choosing our drinks too. The service was impeccable. It would have been rude not to order a dessert!

Went to celebrate family occasion. Great seat in little pod. Excellent service from Su. Food very nice. Not rushed and good atmosphere. Price is competitive as well. Overall can recommend. Will be back when in Esher. Thank you.

Every meal is always great quality, very tasty and the kids love the dishes. A gem in Esher. Staff are very helpful and kind. It’s our favourite regular haunt in Esher.

Amazing quick service, fabulous food. Waitress called Metta was brilliant! Thank you for such friendly service x.