Best Traditional French Restaurants in Tooting

35 restaurants available nearby

1. Gazette Trinity

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Traditional french • Wandsworth

Love food! Love hospitality! London’s most authentic French brasserie with a sincere love for French food. Be daring with our classic dishes like snail, beef tartare, scrumptious steaks to some sublime seafood and daily specials. We’re showcasing the very best of French wines like our organic house wine made especially for us in Provence. Set in a charming old green house, the elegant layout offers comfort in a chic, convivial and relaxed setting. The décor reflects its surroundings with brown wood-panelled walls and pale green comfortable banquettes, reminding the tones and colours of the nearby common. The antique wrought iron and glass ceiling offers bright natural lights and unique scenery. You’ll enjoy true hospitality with an informal yet impeccable service. GAZETTE Trinity is also a destination for “al fresco” enthusiasts and offers comfortable and tranquil terrace dining.

2. Augustine Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(320)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional french • Battersea

Booked 4 times today

Named after Franck Raymond’s grandmother, Augustine Kitchen showcases truly authentic French dishes, with a focus on produce from the Evian region where Franck was born. Augustine Kitchen is a 45 cover restaurant and has got an intimate family feel with a focus on good quality produce and wine. The producers are handpicked, to ensure the very best quality, including charcuterie from Monsieur Colliard and fish from Mouchet Anythy sur Leman, a fourth generation fisherman. Regional dishes feature Reblochon tarte, gratin of crozets and delicate smoked fera, whilst other highlights range from the sublime snails served with garlic mousse and parsley butter to pike quenelle or pork shank which has been slow cooked for 36 hours.Behind the bar, the handpicked selection of wines are displayed in open racks, in a typical French charm, along with a fine selection of Armagnacs, Cognacs and other well known spirits.

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3. Gazette Brasserie Battersea

4.9

Exceptional(568)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional french • Battersea

London's most authentic French Brasseries with 2 venues in the capital, GAZETTE captures the essence of local French village cafés with a commitment to fantastic seasonal food, wine discovery and true hospitality all served in comfortable informal surroundings from breakfast through dinner.GAZETTE was originally born in Battersea in 2007 and had a gentle expansion with the opening of the Putney branch. GAZETTE is described by owners Pascal Even and Walter Lecocq as a rural style of French brasserie, one you’d find in Provincial areas of France. Both want it to reflect the spirit of local French cafés and offer a cuisine that is simple, generous and vivacious, with lots of daily specials and on-going food events, and where transpires the warmth and cordiality of true French cuisine.

4. The Duchy Arms

4.5

Awesome(78)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional french • Vauxhall

Nestled in the charming Vauxhall neighborhood of London, The Duchy Arms is celebrated for its outstanding Bistro cuisine. Patrons rave about the "fabulous French-Algerian chef" who crafts "one of the best bistro-style dinners ever had in London," featuring delights such as fresh goose rilette, superb seabass, and classic steak frites with pepper sauce. This cozy pub is not just about great food but also offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a delightful beer garden, making it a perfect spot for both casual and special occasions. As one visitor puts it, The Duchy Arms is a "very pleasant surprise" with its fantastic atmosphere and expertly prepared meals. Highly recommended for a genuine taste of bistro cuisine right in the heart of London.

5. Cloth Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(179)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional french • Farringdon

Booked 42 times today

Cloth Restaurant, nestled in the historic Cloth Fair of Farringdon, London, offers a quintessential British dining experience that captivates with its authenticity and quality. Praised for its "remarkably talented chef" and "superb food," Cloth has become a beloved gem in the city. The restaurant's ambiance, set in a Grade II listed building, complements its menu perfectly, creating a "cosy, intimate atmosphere" that enhances every meal. Guests frequently laud the innovative and precise culinary creations, with one reviewer noting, "The sirloin steak with snails blew us away." This establishment not only promises a delightful evening with its "friendly and efficient" service but also ensures each visit is uniquely memorable, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking genuine British cuisine in London.

6. L'Artiste Muscle

4.7

Exceptional(413)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional french • Mayfair

Booked 16 times today

Nestled in the charming Shepherd Market of Mayfair, L'Artiste Muscle stands out as a beacon of authentic French cuisine in London. Celebrated for its traditional dishes that capture the essence of France, this bistro and wine bar consistently earns rave reviews for its "best French Onion Soup in London" and other classics like Beef Bourguignon and Moules Marinières. Patrons are equally enchanted by the intimate setting and exceptional service, describing it as "a trip to Paris streets." With its enchanting ambiance and a menu that boasts perfectly executed French staples, L'Artiste Muscle promises an unforgettable dining experience that keeps guests returning year after year.

7. Café Boheme

4.2

Awesome(1562)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional french • Soho

Booked 89 times today

At the heart of London's vibrant Soho, Café Boheme shines as a beacon of French culinary tradition. Celebrated for its authenticity, the restaurant has been delighting patrons with French classics like confit duck, steak frites, and escargots for over thirty years. Diners consistently praise its "fantastic French based cooking" and the atmosphere that feels like "a real spot of Paris in the heart of Soho." The brasserie-style setting, complete with live jazz, further enhances the dining experience, making every meal feel like a special occasion. Regulars and newcomers alike rave about the exceptional service and "amazing" food quality, with dishes that are both "delightful" and "superb," making Café Boheme a must-visit for anyone seeking a genuine taste of France in London.

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8. Palm Court Brasserie

4.6

Exceptional(15166)

Price: Moderate

• Traditional french • Covent Garden

Booked 93 times today

Palm Court is the quintessential Parisian-style brasserie in the heart of Covent Garden. The restaurant has been lovingly crafted to recreate a classical 1920’s art nouveau-style venue echoing elegant dining rooms in Paris’s most affluent arrondissements.The restaurant offers a menu of French classics centred on seasonal meat, fish, seafood and vegetable dishes with quality and flavour at the forefront of our work. Whether you are dining for lunch with colleagues, dinner with a special someone, for Afternoon Tea with family or simply stopping by for a glass of wine, Palm Court Brasserie resonates the ideal environment to help you relax and unwind. Our wine list boasts an enviable list of labels spanning the vineyards of France, Italy and the New World.

9. L'Escargot

4.6

Exceptional(623)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional french • Soho

Booked 40 times today

L'Escargot in Soho, London, is a venerable gem renowned for its exquisite Mediterranean cuisine. As London's oldest French restaurant, it serves up authentic and beautifully prepared dishes that have consistently wowed diners. Patrons rave about the "best duck confit I’ve ever had" and the "incredible escargot," highlighting the menu's depth and authenticity. The ambiance, enriched by live music and a bustling cocktail bar, complements the culinary experience, making every visit memorable. Celebrated for its "exceptional service" and "delicious French food," L'Escargot stands out as a top destination for Mediterranean cuisine lovers seeking an authentic and vibrant dining experience in the heart of London.

10. Otto's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(899)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional french • Bloomsbury

Booked 6 times today

Otto's Signature dishes are Canard a la Presse, Homard a la Presse and Poularde de Bresse demi deuil.Our private room seats up to 30 people.

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35 restaurants available nearby

1. Gazette Trinity

2. Augustine Kitchen

3. Gazette Brasserie Battersea

4. The Duchy Arms

5. Cloth Restaurant

6. L'Artiste Muscle

7. Café Boheme

8. Palm Court Brasserie

9. L'Escargot

10. Otto's Restaurant

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