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Nestled in the charming village of Bray, Maidenhead, The Fat Duck is a Michelin-starred restaurant renowned for its innovative Modern British cuisine. Under the culinary genius of Heston Blumenthal, this iconic establishment offers a unique dining experience that combines creativity, storytelling, and exceptional service. With a fixed-price menu that tantalizes the taste buds, The Fat Duck is a must-visit for food enthusiasts seeking a world-class gastronomic adventure.

The Fat Duck's menu is a celebration of flavor and creativity, featuring dishes that are not only delicious but also visually stunning. Guests can expect:

A fixed-price menu that changes seasonally, showcasing the best of British ingredients.

Innovative dishes that tell a story, such as the famous "Sound of the Sea".

Exceptional wine pairings that enhance the dining experience.

Located on High Street in Bray, The Fat Duck is easily accessible and surrounded by picturesque scenery. Nearby attractions include:

The historic Bray Village, known for its charming architecture and scenic riverside.

The picturesque River Thames, perfect for leisurely walks and boat rides.

Other fine dining establishments, making Bray a culinary hotspot.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply indulging in a unique culinary experience, The Fat Duck promises an unforgettable evening filled with exquisite flavors and impeccable service. Make sure to book your reservation in advance, as this gem in Maidenhead is highly sought after by food lovers from around the world.

Heston Blumenthal's renowned temple to innovative Modern British cuisine, with a fixed-price menu.

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The Fat Duck exceeded all my expectations! From the moment we walked in, the service was exceptional. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, making us feel welcome and well cared for throughout the entire evening.

We were lucky enough to try the special Christmas menu, and it was pure magic! Every dish brought back the wonder and joy of being a child on Christmas morning. The flavors, presentation, and creativity were unlike anything I’ve ever experienced – a true celebration of the season.

The attention to detail, combined with the team’s ability to tell the story behind each dish, made the entire meal feel like an enchanting journey. The ambiance was warm and inviting, perfectly complementing the festive spirit and culinary artistry.

It’s rare to find a place where both the food and service are equally outstanding, but The Fat Duck delivered on all fronts. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a world-class dining experience. I can’t wait to return!

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The Fat Duck is truly a very special restaurant. My wife and I dine out a lot and often visit three-star restaurants, but at The Fat Duck, one could easily add a plus to the three stars. The presentations are very impressive and thoughtfully designed, perfectly coordinated with each course. The dishes themselves are incredibly creative, and you can truly feel the amount of thought and perfection that has gone into them. It's self-evident that everything tastes amazing. The service is friendly, very attentive, and helps to enhance the overall experience. Our visit has left a lasting impression on us and will continue to do so for a long time. We rarely take the time to write reviews, usually only when something doesn’t go well, but in this case, we are writing because The Fat Duck absolutely deserves a positive review. We would like to thank the entire team at The Fat Duck for an impressive and exciting dinner.

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Creative food, really interesting concepts, but disfrutar is still ahead by a mile. It is definitely an experience and a show though, and sometimes that can be gimmicky but not here. Service was generally great however my primary server seems a bit solemn and did not describe the dishes as comprehensively as I saw that some other servers did - and it’s important as there isn’t a detailed menu and it’s up to the server to uniquely describe dishes. The setting is quite simple if prefer that, not too much of an ambiance. Overall still a good experience and would recommend.

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We visited the fat duck on a very rare anniversary menu, celebrating 30 years of it's fine history.
Dishes ranged from classics, to classics with new twists, to newer plates. The whole history was showcased in a single meal.

It was titled the journey, and we were provided with a map and a magnifying glass. The map detailed our menu for the evening, but hidden across it were much smaller texts, instantly making the experience playful.

All dishes were masterfully presented, with plenty of theatre and of course, delicious flavours. Highlights were the full English breakfast masquerading as a bowl of cereal, and the magical floating merengues.

Truly wonderful!

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This was my second time at the place and the central question was - are the classics identical, is there anything new. This is a three star joint, so level high anyways. So.
1. Many of the classics were improved and developed, so the menu is not a dead one even for the Sound of the sea etc.
2. There were new entries, my favorite was the kinda deconstructed Black Forest gateaux- it was  lip smacking delicious.
Then the most notable improvement: last time e.g. sake pairings and the wines were OK, but nothing to write home about. This time… the pairings played in the same league as the food. I stole the idea of pairing a dish with a special martini instead of wine immediately to my next home meal, what a genius idea.

Service was flawless, our wedding anniversary was met with a card from all chefs and our special guest, a Viking rubber duck named “Olaf, the gourmet duck” was given due attention.

I did find the evening a tad pricey though, 750€ of the tasting menu paid beforehand should have contained even a basic set of drinks with food.

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