It’s one of the most exclusive restaurants in London, so you might have assumed that customers would make an effort to look presentable.
But restaurant Gordon Ramsay, the flagship venue of the three-Michelin-starred television chef, has been forced to give diners a gentle reminder to do better.
The Chelsea establishment now politely asks guests to “avoid shorts, tracksuits and hoodies,” although there is no mention of Hell Kitchen’s chef physically ejecting them if they disobey.
The advice, which has been tightened and made more explicit over the last year, is clearly displayed on the website when making a booking.
It says: “We would like all our guests to feel free to express their own individual style; however, we ask that you avoid shorts, tracksuits and hoodies.” Smart trainers are fine. We know that many of our guests like to dress up, which we appreciate! Ultimately, we want all guests to feel at home.”
Gordon Ramsay (pictured) opened the restaurant in 1998 and in 2001 it earned three Michelin stars, which it still holds.
The Gordon Ramsay restaurant in Chelsea now politely asks its guests to “avoid shorts, tracksuits and hoodies.”
The website says: “We would like all our guests to feel free to express their own individual style; however, we ask that you avoid shorts, tracksuits and hoodies” (File Image)
Ramsay’s first solo venture opened in 1998 and in 2001 he received three Michelin stars, which he still retains. A la carte mains include Cornish turbot and Herdwick pork, both priced at £180.
The Michelin Guide describes the restaurant in glowing terms, saying: “Head chef and co-owner Matt Abé interprets Ramsay’s style impeccably, with signature dishes such as lobster ravioli, prawns and salmon that are as exquisitely executed as ever.” .
“As the embodiment of the chefs’ perfectly judged contrasts of flavor and texture, and their lightness to the touch, you can’t go wrong with roasted veal sweetbreads.”
Yesterday, restaurant Gordon Ramsay declined to comment.
But the restaurant isn’t the first to crack down on hoodies.
Another Mayfair celebrity hangout, Sexy Fish, made headlines in 2020 when pop star Jess Glynne was refused entry for wearing a hoodie.
The singer called the restaurant’s decision “pure discrimination,” but most online commenters sided with the venue, saying her attire clearly contravened its even stricter policy, which at the time read: “We request that Guests do not wear sports clothing, beach clothing, ripped jeans, flip flops, flip flops or sneakers.