Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 38 reviews

What JackWorthing doesn't like about The Institute of Light:
We were greatly looking forward to out visit as the the kitchen is currently being taken over by Zoe Adjonyoh. However, whilst the food that we had was ok, we felt it was massively over priced. Some of the dishes were great value like the whole baked Tilapia but then the dish if meat balls was tiny. 5 little balls of meat each no bigger than an olive and luke warm. again three skewers of tiny meat strips for nearly a... View all feedback. What NicoleW likes about The Institute of Light:
The food was delicious and the atmosphere was lovely! I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great evening with good food and cocktails. View all feedback.

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Menulist
3.6 ★ from 5 reviews
Хутугтай
06.11.2017 - 09:57

This is the mecca for early modern history/thought geeks.

Olga
15.01.2023 - 20:26

Okay, if you like student food. great music and fun atmosphere.

Andrzej
15.01.2023 - 20:26

Top setting and food to match, pork and chicken wings starters were the two highlights, and the deep fried oysters. (Not forgetting the okonomiyaki of course) M...

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Imke
15.01.2023 - 20:26

Really cool venue with great tunes but let down by poor food and inattentive service. Music was also quite loud... Am I getting old, or was it really just a bit...

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Carey
15.01.2023 - 20:26

obscure back street location only adds to the surprise inside. excellent music, sound, food, service ambience.

This restaurant has received mixed reviews, with some diners praising the excellent service and amazing food for dinner. However, others were disappointed with the cold temperature, slow service, and small portion sizes during a Saturday lunch visit. The prices were considered high for the quality of food received. The venue was praised for its cool atmosphere and great music, although some found the music to be too loud. Overall, the food was described as ok, with highlights including the vegan platter, chicken wings, and pork dishes. The wine list was limited, but the cocktails were delicious. Despite some mixed feedback, the restaurant was recommended for its top setting, delicious starters, and overall good atmosphere.

Opentable
4.4 ★ from 38 reviews
EaterKS
28.08.2023 - 12:15

OK for you like a student food. Great music and fun atmosphere.

NicoleW
28.08.2023 - 12:15

The food was delicious and the atmosphere was lovely! I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great evening with good food and cocktail...

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LouiseW
28.08.2023 - 12:15

It's a glamorous bar. The okonomiyaki are delicious. The DJ'd music is pretty good.

Dietmar
28.08.2023 - 12:15

I absolutely loved the vegan Japanese food at this restaurant. The bar was also amazing! I highly recommend it to anyone.

Victoria
28.08.2023 - 12:15

The restaurant is still new, but so far, things are looking good. The vegan platter and chicken wings were both delicious. However, the okonomiyaki didn't quite...

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