If you're a fan of French cuisine and you're heading to Soho, you're in for a treat, as the area boasts a number of top-notch French eateries. From cosy bistros to fine-dining establishments and some of the best restaurants in the whole world, our guide to the best French restaurants in Soho highlights the crème de la crème of French cuisine in the neighbourhood. Read on to discover the most mouth-watering French restaurants in Soho.
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The best French restaurants in Soho
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French restaurants in Soho
- 1Brasserie Zédel Parisian glamour
- 2L'Escargot London's oldest French restaurant
- 3Gauthier Soho Breaking new ground in fine dining
- 4Bob Bob Ricard Peak luxury
- 5Prix Fixe Brasserie Affordable and affable
- 6Randall & Aubin Putting the "sea" in "sil vous plaît"
- 7Alex Dilling at Hotel Café Royal Two Michelin stars since 2023
- 8Pierre Victoire Good value, warm welcome
- 9The French House Unplug, unwind, un pub
- 10Blanchette Welcome home
- 11Café Boheme Jazzing it up every day
- 12Atelier Coupette A modern twist on nouvelle cuisine
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Parisian glamour
Brasserie Zédel is a classic and stylish French restaurant in central London with authentic Art Deco interiors. The restaurant offers a main menu and a three-course set menu, with vegetarian options available. The building also includes a bar area, a Parisian café with an outdoor terrace, and a theatre and cabaret venue. Classic French wines and cocktails are available to complement your meal.
- 20 Sherwood Street, Soho
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London's oldest French restaurant
L'Escargot offers traditional French cooking with contemporary influences in a unique and sophisticated environment filled with books, art, and decor. Dating back to 1741, it's steeped in history. Its refined and timeless setting is perfect for diners to enjoy classic French cuisine in the style of a Parisian brasserie, including dishes such as foie gras pâté, French onion soup, and halibut with champagne sauce. The wine list features an extensive selection of French bottles, with champagnes also available.
- 48 Greek Street, Soho
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Breaking new ground in fine dining
At his fully vegan restaurant Gauthier, chef Alexis Gauthier aims to change the expectations of fine dining and plant-based cuisine with his 25 years of gastronomic experience, offering tasting menus suitable for everyone. The restaurant specialises in seasonal, ethical food and modern French cooking, with a focus on vegetables. Diners can enjoy multiple courses of tasty and creative fine food in the crisp and clean dining area spread across three floors of the townhouse restaurant, with private dining spaces available. The wine list focuses on France, with wines available by the glass and bottle, and classic cocktails are also served.
- 21 Romilly Street, Soho
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Peak luxury
A well-known stalwart of high-end dining in London, Bob Bob Ricard features dining booths designed by David Collins and reminiscent of the Golden Age of Travel, with a touch of adventure. The menu offers British, French, and Russian dishes, including pies, Beef Wellington, steak tartare, vareniki dumplings, and Chicken Kyiv. Top-quality caviar and vodka are also available, and each table is fitted with a "Press for Champagne" button.
- 1 Upper James St, Soho
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Affordable and affable
Pierre Victoire's sibling Prix Fixe Brasserie is a popular choice for pre-theatre dining, with an intimate and cosy atmosphere, low lighting, and live piano tunes. The restaurant offers a set menu that includes a variety of options for starters and mains, as well as an à la carte menu. The wine list is international and includes champagne and prosecco. Prices are affordable, making it a great option for those looking for delicious French cuisine without breaking the bank.
- 39 Dean Street, Soho
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Putting the "sea" in "sil vous plaît"
Randall & Aubin is an Anglo/French brasserie in Soho that has been serving seafood since 1996. In a lively setting with eclectic music choices and a glittering disco ball, you can enjoy classic French and British seafood from a changing menu featuring seasonal produce from local suppliers. Popular with all sorts of convivial crowds through the decades, Randall & Aubin is furnished with a marble-topped bar and bar-height shared tables.
- 16 Brewer St, Soho
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Two Michelin stars since 2023
At his eponymous restaurant at Hotel Café Royal, acclaimed chef Alex Dilling provides a one-of-a-kind, intimate dining experience. The restaurant has a contemporary take on traditional French cuisine and offers a cosy, elegant atmosphere with a view of the curved Regent Street. With only 34 seats available, guests can indulge in the chef's signature tasting menus, making it a perfect spot for foodies.
- 68 Regent Street, Soho
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Good value, warm welcome
Located in the heart of Soho, Pierre Victoire has been serving modern French and European cuisine since 1998. The intimate and low-lit restaurant is a favourite among theatre-goers and features stylish art on its walls. Guests can choose from a selection of à la carte and set menus, including dishes like gnocchi, duck confit, and steaks. The wine list offers bottles from various regions, including Europe.
- 5 Dean Street, Soho
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Unplug, unwind, un pub
This pub in Soho isn't your run-of-the-mill boozer, as it has a French twist to it. Don't knock it 'til you try it, though – the iconic establishment serves French delicacies such as foie gras and Gruyere toast, complemented by a choice of thirty champagnes and wines by the glass. Moreover, they have a strict no music, no phones, and no TV rule, providing a welcome escape from the craziness of the outside world and making it a popular spot for chatty people and even some famous folks.
- 49 Dean St, Soho
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Welcome home
Blanchette, a French bistro in Soho, was founded by three brothers who wanted to create a convivial and relaxed atmosphere reminiscent of family gatherings. The bistro's warm and inviting interior features exposed brick walls and an innovative menu that includes traditional starters such as steak tartare and croque monsieur, a cheese and honey pairing, and larger plates like mackerel escabeche and chicken ballotine.
- 9 D'Arblay St, Soho
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Jazzing it up every day
This French restaurant in Soho is a chic dining spot that offers classic cuisine all day long. Patrons can enjoy the soothing sounds of live jazz music every afternoon, making it the perfect complement to their food or drink. The Café Boheme menu boasts a wide range of options including delectable dishes like confit duck, steak frites, and ratatouille. With its charming ambiance, the restaurant is a highly sought-after destination for a leisurely meal.
- 13 Old Compton Street, Soho
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A modern twist on nouvelle cuisine
Atelier Coupette is probably better known for its drinks than its food – it's the younger sibling of the award-winning Coupette cocktail bar in Bethnal Green, after all. That said, food is still a big part of this Soho venue's draw, with the kitchen serving a varied assortment of tapas-style French dishes inspired by the nouvelle cuisine movement of 1960s and 70s France. Expect contemporary takes on classics such as duck confit or avocado tartine.
- 9 Moor St, Soho
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