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NEW RESTAURANT OPENING HOURS Monday – Saturday Lunch Sitting 12.00 to 15.00 Dinner Sitting 18.00 to 21.00 Closed Sunday’s The French House is a historic pub in Soho, known for being the watering hole of thespians and artists. The pub operates downstairs, while the restaurant, headed by chef Neil Borthwick, is located upstairs. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, Monday to Saturday.
Compact bar hung with photos, where literary crowd prefer wine to beer and embrace the no-tech rule.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 49 Dean St, London W1D 5BG, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 7437 2477
Website: http://www.frenchhousesoho.com/
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Travelling Doc
Located in bustling Soho, just off Shaftesbury Avenue , The French House is a compact yet charming pub with a distinct old-world atmosphere.
Space is tight — a few window seats and several small tables towards the back — and the narrow staircase leading up to the intimate first-floor dining room adds to the cozy, almost Parisian feel.
The room itself is warmly decorated, with red walls, black-and-white photos from the past, and white tablecloths on tables set close together. There’s also a small bar at the far end and light streaming in from the windows on the right.
Despite not booking, we were lucky to get a table; the room was nearly full (about 80% occupied, with just eight tables in total).
I started with the Irish rock oysters with mignonette (£4.50 each). These were a little underwhelming — small in size, with average flavour and one noticeably meagre in meat.
The calves’ brain with capers and brown butter sauce, however, was outstanding. Delicately cooked, it had the lightness of white fish like cod but with a firmer texture. The sauce carried a lovely hint of vanilla, and the accompanying sourdough bread was perfect for soaking it up. A real highlight — and very reasonably priced.
Service was warm, personable, and efficient. We were in and out within an hour, feeling very satisfied.
Overall, The French House offers a distinctive dining experience — interesting, well-executed food served in a wonderfully atmospheric setting.A Soho gem worth visiting, especially for those who enjoy something a bit different.
… moreSpace is tight — a few window seats and several small tables towards the back — and the narrow staircase leading up to the intimate first-floor dining room adds to the cozy, almost Parisian feel.
The room itself is warmly decorated, with red walls, black-and-white photos from the past, and white tablecloths on tables set close together. There’s also a small bar at the far end and light streaming in from the windows on the right.
Despite not booking, we were lucky to get a table; the room was nearly full (about 80% occupied, with just eight tables in total).
I started with the Irish rock oysters with mignonette (£4.50 each). These were a little underwhelming — small in size, with average flavour and one noticeably meagre in meat.
The calves’ brain with capers and brown butter sauce, however, was outstanding. Delicately cooked, it had the lightness of white fish like cod but with a firmer texture. The sauce carried a lovely hint of vanilla, and the accompanying sourdough bread was perfect for soaking it up. A real highlight — and very reasonably priced.
Service was warm, personable, and efficient. We were in and out within an hour, feeling very satisfied.
Overall, The French House offers a distinctive dining experience — interesting, well-executed food served in a wonderfully atmospheric setting.A Soho gem worth visiting, especially for those who enjoy something a bit different.
Olivia
Went here on a weekday – very hard to get an evening booking due to minimal tables. This adds to its charm. Service was very friendly and happy to chat about the menu. I mostly wanted to come for the madeleines and they did not let me down – warm and light! I would definitely come back if I can get a booking
… morepeter Samuels
Loved our visit , this is how restaurants used to be before big chains and ego’s got in the way . Very small and intimate , the two FOH team were great , friendly, helpful and acted like proper hosts . The food was good , three of us shared a rump cap with chips . The wine list is small but well curated , the St Emillion and Cotes de Rhone were excellent as was the Riesling . I think we will be back for a long lunch on another occasion and explore the wine list further
… moreMichael Kelley
Great pub on the ground floor but the real star of the show is the restaurant located just up the stairs on the first floor.
This historical, one-room restaurant offers up delicious French fare and fantastic wines in a charming setting.
The chalk board menu of specials, friendly staff and inviting atmosphere make this a worthwhile endeavor.
We enjoyed fresh oysters, a delicious sourdough bread with sea salt encrusted butter, seasonal British asparagus in a savory Hollandaise, an 8oz rump steak and some of the best crispy chips I’ve had in a long time.
This restaurant continues to deliver and with good reason.
Some classics never go out of style!
The French House is one of them.
P.S Don’t forget to order the warm, homemade madeleines!!
… moreThis historical, one-room restaurant offers up delicious French fare and fantastic wines in a charming setting.
The chalk board menu of specials, friendly staff and inviting atmosphere make this a worthwhile endeavor.
We enjoyed fresh oysters, a delicious sourdough bread with sea salt encrusted butter, seasonal British asparagus in a savory Hollandaise, an 8oz rump steak and some of the best crispy chips I’ve had in a long time.
This restaurant continues to deliver and with good reason.
Some classics never go out of style!
The French House is one of them.
P.S Don’t forget to order the warm, homemade madeleines!!
Pamela Kelly
Really enjoyed a solo dinner here couldn’t recommend the beef tartare and the Aligot potatoes enough!
Service sublime, half pints downstairs to finish, just go there!
… moreService sublime, half pints downstairs to finish, just go there!
Emma Kay Bleakley
First and foremost, the food and wine were exemplary! Beautifully prepared, presented and tasted wonderful.
Unfortunately, when we arrived 20 minutes ahead of time, they had just given our table away to two other people who hadn’t booked. These people were then moved to seats at the bar and while quite a fuss was made over them, we were seated quietly and efficiently. No real apology made and we felt that the embarrassment and inconvenience was ours, not theirs.
Then there was the noise level. It is a very small upstairs restaurant with tables quite close together. There now seems to be quite the trend of broadcasting conversations at the top of your voice, and this being a small room, these conversations resonate extremely well. Obviously this is not within the control of the staff, but we were unable to hear our own, quieter conversation over the other tables, who we could hear very clearly.
On that note, we will not be visiting again and honestly couldn’t recommend.
… moreUnfortunately, when we arrived 20 minutes ahead of time, they had just given our table away to two other people who hadn’t booked. These people were then moved to seats at the bar and while quite a fuss was made over them, we were seated quietly and efficiently. No real apology made and we felt that the embarrassment and inconvenience was ours, not theirs.
Then there was the noise level. It is a very small upstairs restaurant with tables quite close together. There now seems to be quite the trend of broadcasting conversations at the top of your voice, and this being a small room, these conversations resonate extremely well. Obviously this is not within the control of the staff, but we were unable to hear our own, quieter conversation over the other tables, who we could hear very clearly.
On that note, we will not be visiting again and honestly couldn’t recommend.
trang ngo
The French House remains one of Soho’s most distinctive pubs, steeped in character and charm. I am not much of a drinker, yet I found myself taken by the Breton cider, crisp, balanced and far too easy to enjoy. It set the tone for an evening that felt effortless, the kind of night where conversation flows and time disappears.
For me, it was not simply about drinking, but about being in a space that encourages good company and good mood. I left with the sense that The French House is a pub you remember not just for what you had, but for how it made you feel.
… moreFor me, it was not simply about drinking, but about being in a space that encourages good company and good mood. I left with the sense that The French House is a pub you remember not just for what you had, but for how it made you feel.
Michael Faust
Stunning Atmosphere, great service and the cider Bretton is amazing. My friend took me last weekend when I came down to visit. The best pub I visited all weekend. Deffo going back next time I’m down London.
… moreSamantha Jarema
Wow. What a great experience! The fish was delicious, the steak was fine (but that’s not really my jam), and the madeleines were the surprise star of the show. Between the food, excellent service, cozy ambiance, and tasty wine, I’m not sure what else you could ask for.
… moreMcpherson
The French London provides a great atmosphere one of my favourite pubs in London. Came here on my way back to Hotel. Got up to a bit of mischief her. I’m in every photo I take can you spot me in this one. LOOK HARD. CLUE ABOVE BELL.
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