The Bingham

Although we have lived in Richmond for many years and enjoyed the nearby Petersham Hotel we have only 'discovered' this Gem in 2008.
It is a cool and stylish 'boutique' hotel,with a excellent restaurant.I don't know why is isn't packed and hard to book.The position is superb ,above the river .
We have eaten there twice and had superb meals each time. The food is very much upto the quality of 1 Michelin starred restaurants in central London. The price is quite high for Richmond but good value and similar to its neighbour on the Hill.Some of the combinations of food are very conventional others a little unusual although very successful. It is easy to see which from the menu .
It is hard to find fault but seating in the bar is quickly a problem. Why have a limit in the restaurant - maximum table size is 6 since the refurbishment ? Please note parking is a problem-ask when you book,they have a few spaces opposite ,priority to residents in the hotel. Apart from that I can recommend highly.