Wright Brothers

Masterful Service Elevates This Oyster Haven

Walking into Wright Brothers South Kensington feels like stumbling across a secret garden in the bustle of the city—an urban oasis where the seafood practically leaps from the sea to your plate. Anchoring our visit was Oliver, a server with an effervescent charm that lingers long after the meal ends. His encyclopedic knowledge of oysters made each shuck an education and each sip of wine more poignant. Our martinis arrived as they should – expertly crafted – vibrant pauses before the symphony of seafood began.

The evening crescendoed with stellar dishes: scallops drenched in tingling garlic butter, delicate hake seated atop saffron mash, and the unparalleled crème brûlée that superficially cracked under the spoon but warmed and soothed with each bite. While a minority might find some shells too resistant (lest we not forget the predicament with prawns encased in fortresses), the overall musicality here hums beautifully. If Oliver’s care is any measure, then this restaurant sings in hushed elegance—a testament to what dining should be: attentive yet unobtrusive. When a dollar cost yields a pearl palette during happy hour, it invites a siren call to return, one which promises ever richer maritime tunes enveloped by the unmistakable kindness of their crew. — Clarissa Cuisinier