Kitchen W8 (and the Abingdon previously), has been a favourite of mine for many years as it is easy to get into and the disabled toilet is good, albeit on the lower level. There are a few steps to the top part of the restaurant. I’ve always loved it as a stylish venue to take friends and customers alike. It is part owned by Phil Howard of The Square, (that he has now left) and The Ledbury. His cooking influence has made this a place with superb food as well. It now has 1 Michelin Star. Here is the recent report from the American Lieutenant, Ed.

There is a very small step, about 2 inches high, at the entrance to Kitchen W8. Do not let this deter you from trying this restaurant because once you are over that step I am sure that you will enjoy the Kitchen experience. The restaurant is laid out on two levels so if you are in a wheelchair be sure to mention this when booking and you will be given a table on the lower level at the front of the restaurant. The disabled WC is also on this level. When I viewed the disabled WC it was being used as a cloakroom/ storage room. It was well appointed with drop down rails by the toilet, emergency pull chord and plenty of room for manoeuvring a wheelchair. I was assured by the manager, that the WC would be cleared if it is mentioned when booking that one or more of the diners are disabled.

Small Step Into kitchen W8

Then a Big Step Up In Quality of The Food

I found the staff friendly and very attentive. The food by head chef Mark Kempsom was excellent, he even signed the menu for my friend who lives in Bristol! I would class Kitchen W8 as a very stylish and well run restaurant with total access for a person with disabilities.(Apr 2015).

I agree and Kitchen W8 gets 3 BBS Ticks – Editor.(2016)

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