Tempo reviewed by Lady Blonde Blog, 14 January 2011

"[...] Tempo is sophisticated but unassuming, integrating superior service with an affability not always associated with Mayfair. This intimate, ‘local’ and unpretentious atmosphere created by the Tempo team is supplemented by the warm and tasteful décor, which some might denounce as ‘safe’: the style is contemporary but not trendy; the colour palette consists of taupe with accents of blue; the finishes and fabrics are subtle, seamlessly – rather than interestingly - juxtaposing. [...]


We chose beef carpaccio with hazelnuts and parmesan (£8.75) which was the best CG claimed to have had: the dish was packed with flavour, texture and crunch. We also shared scallops, with an inspired side of golden beetroot with lemon and chilli (£12.75). For my main course I had a fleshy, seared tuna loin steak, with roasted peppers (£19.75) and CG had tagliolini with fresh Cornish crab, dill and lime (£16). He asked for extra seafood, and they added clams, muscles and prawns without hesitation. To finish, we had a magical lemon tart (£6.25). [...]


Tempo offers good value Italian in an enviable location. Open for lunch and dinner, the food is a delight and the décor is stylish, making it well suited for discerning Londoners looking to dine informally."