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Best Contemporary French Restaurants in Barnsbury

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A photo of Palm Court Brasserie restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(15063)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Covent Garden
Booked 80 times today
We went out for a pre-theatre meal and received more than we could have asked for. It was our anniversary as well. We could not be happier with our experience. The service was outstanding. Our server was so kind and lovely. She always looked happy when out on the floor. The food was of a high standard. Oysters were fresh. Tableside steak tartare was a special treat. The wine was delicious. We were treated like royalty. We can't wait to go back again.
A photo of RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(559)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • King's Cross
Booked 8 times today
We had a fabulous lunch here last Saturday. The service was the absolute best, delicious food and the ambiance was amazing. A wonderful relaxing time in the busiest of locations, the tables are not close together and the service as good as any Michelin starrred restaurant.
A photo of Boulevard Brasserie restaurant
4.5
Awesome(11783)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Covent Garden
Booked 41 times today
Great food, superb service abd lovely ambience. Highly recommended.
A photo of Pied à Terre restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(623)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Fitzrovia
Booked 7 times today
This restaurant is absolutely top notch! The food, of course, was exceptional. Add to that the great atmosphere and it would be remiss of me not to mention the two girls who looked after us with professionalism and great humour. Amy who waited on and Ludo the amazing sommelier. Great time with you girls! Thank you. Definitely we will be returning
A photo of CORD by Le Cordon Bleu restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(35)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Fleet Street
The food and the service was impeccable. We will definitely be back.
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4.4
Awesome(6741)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Covent Garden
Booked 185 times today
Fabulous restaurant, attentive staff, great value for money pre theatre menu, lovely atmosphere, real covent garden gem.
A photo of Bistro Sablé restaurant
4.5
Awesome(10)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Islington
Booked 6 times today
It was my wife's birthday and we needed someone fairly close after the Spurs! We arrived at 8:30 for our reservation at 9pm so had a nice drink out on the side terrace. All our food was amazing. My Soufle starter, incredible and then the Fillet Steak, beautifully cooked medium rare and served with a very generous portion of lovely French Fries. My Cherry Chocolate mousse was gorgeous too! My wife enjoyed all her dishes too. It was a lovely evening. The restaurant was packed, although it was a Saturday night. We both had 3 courses. A lovely half bottle of Macon Villages at £29 and a bottle of red for about £40. It came to alot but we enjoyed it all! Will bring the family for lunch next time...
A photo of Le Cafe du Marche restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1686)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Barbican
Our favourite table was made available as usual which we really appreciate .Food so good! Service very good and a great atmosphere - see you in December !
A photo of Cigalon restaurant
4.5
Awesome(271)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Chancery Lane
Excellent, fast and friendly service without feeling rushed.
A photo of Louie restaurant
3.9
Excellent(31)
€€€€
• Contemporary French • Covent Garden
Good attentive service for pre show meal. Choices for vegetarian limited but the gnocchi were delicious. Delightful location & decor - very convenient for several major theatres.

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  • Phil
    Devon •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our favourite table was made available as usual which we really appreciate .Food so good! Service very good and a great atmosphere - see you in December !
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    Le Cafe du Marche££££• French• Barbican
    •
    4.8
  • Gwen
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We went out for a pre-theatre meal and received more than we could have asked for. It was our anniversary as well. We could not be happier with our experience. The service was outstanding. Our server was so kind and lovely. She always looked happy when out on the floor. The food was of a high standard. Oysters were fresh. Tableside steak tartare was a special treat. The wine was delicious. We were treated like royalty. We can't wait to go back again.
    More info
    Palm Court Brasserie££££• Contemporary French• Covent Garden
    •
    4.6
  • Andrew
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    As always, great. Food quality was good and ambiance / service absolutely superb. One of the best spots in this area for dinner.
    More info
    Balthazar London££££• French• Covent Garden
    •
    4.4
  • Rob
    London •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 12 Sept 2026
    It was my wife's birthday and we needed someone fairly close after the Spurs! We arrived at 8:30 for our reservation at 9pm so had a nice drink out on the side terrace. All our food was amazing. My Soufle starter, incredible and then the Fillet Steak, beautifully cooked medium rare and served with a very generous portion of lovely French Fries. My Cherry Chocolate mousse was gorgeous too! My wife enjoyed all her dishes too. It was a lovely evening. The restaurant was packed, although it was a Saturday night. We both had 3 courses. A lovely half bottle of Macon Villages at £29 and a bottle of red for about £40. It came to alot but we enjoyed it all! Will bring the family for lunch next time...
    More info
    Bistro Sabl飣££• French• Islington
    •
    4.5
  • Elfreda
    Edinburgh/Midlothian •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 30 Jul 2026
    Good attentive service for pre show meal. Choices for vegetarian limited but the gnocchi were delicious. Delightful location & decor - very convenient for several major theatres.
    More info
    Louie££££• French• Covent Garden
    •
    3.9
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