The French House in London: photos, reviews

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Top Choice Award

2025 Restaurants

MICHELIN

Selected: Good cooking

With an intriguing history and an enviable location, The French House offers a unique blend of charm and style. Known for serving mainly half pints or liters, this venue boasts some of the best ciders in London. The intimately casual atmosphere makes it perfect for either a solo breakfast or a lively meet-up with friends. Those in search of an unforgettable dining experience can enjoy oysters paired with exquisite cocktails, wines, or one of their noteworthy beers. The no-tech rule encourages guests to immerse themselves fully in the fashionably cozy ambiance, recalling the days when General Charles de Gaulle himself paid a visit. Reservations are available to ensure you get a taste of this popular yet intimate hotspot.

Price

$$$$

Meals

Breakfast

Services

Reservations available, Dine-in

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Atmosphere

Fashionably, Intimately, Casual, Cozy

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Charing Cross

Train station 704 m walk

Tottenham Court Road

Bus stop 405 m walk

Haymarket / Charles II Street (Stop P)

Bus stop 419 m walk

St Giles High Street

Bus stop 441 m walk

Piccadilly Circus (Stop B)

Bus stop 498 m walk

4.5

based on 1,862 reviews

Google

4.5/5 1,862 reviews

James Hayes

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Not a lot of space inside, so go on a dry / warm day and have a half on the street. Lovely venue, great atmosphere. !

Gordon Fisher

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Mainly serve half pints or litres so good to share . Best Ciders in London

Geoffrey Goodwin

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Can't say enough good things about the French House. Neil and team's cooking is always perfect and on point. Wine list solid and sturdy. Service always a charm. Thank you as ever x