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Faros Holborn, London,

Faros Holborn

4.8
4.8
942 Reviews
£26 to £40
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 40 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Located in the heart of London, Faros is a modern, new restaurant with a fresh outtake on a mixture of Mediterranean and Italian cuisines. Our ethos ‘Flavours of the Sun’ sounds as warming as it tastes, and will leave you reminiscing that beautiful Mediterranean island. With our passion for food, filled with colour and culture, we will bring the freshness and quality to your plate.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7209 9380
  • Website
    http://farosrestaurant.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    57 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8PP
  • Area
    Holborn
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Chancery Lane is 5 minutes walking distance.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

Starter

  • Focaccine (VG) GBP 10.90

    Our special bread with garlic/rosemary and tomato sauce

    • Minestrone Soup (VG) GBP 9.90

      Freshly made traditional Italian vegetable soup

      • Caprese (V) GBP 10.50

        Buffalo Mozzarella and tomatoes

        • Bruschettas GBP 10.90

          Tomatoes and parma ham

          • Con Gamberi E Carciofi GBP 17.90

            Prawns with garlic & chilly and white wine sauce served with artichokes and asparagus

            • Calamari Fritti GBP 16.50

              Tender pieces of deep fried calamari with a tartar sauce

              • Octopus Carpaccio GBP 18.50

                Thin slices of octopus served with green salad, fennel, asparagus, pink peppers

                • Il Salmone Con Il Caviale GBP 18.50

                  Slices of smoked salmone serves with caviar, capers, chives, fennel, blood orange

                  • Prosciutto Mozzarella GBP 13.90

                    Parma ham & mozzarella, rocket and basil oil

                    • Beef Carpaccio GBP 18.90

                      New | Thinly sliced raw beef drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil,rocket and parmesan

                      • Tagliere Di Formaggi (V) GBP 19.90

                        Selection of Italian cheese with nuts and dry fruits

                        • Antipasto Misto GBP 20.90

                          Parma ham, salame milano, bresaola, coppa nostrana

                          Salad

                          • Rocket & Parmesan (V)GBP 9.90

                            • Beetroot Carpaccio (V) GBP 17.90

                              Thin slices beetroot served with goat cheese, orange and walnuts

                              • Caesar Salad GBP 16.50

                                Lettuce salad and crunchy croutons with creamy garlic sauce *Con Gamberi: with prawns *Con Pollo: with chicken breast

                                • Burrata Salad (V) GBP 15.50

                                  Burrata cheese with beef tomato, cherry tomato and almonds

                                  • Insalata di Carciofi crudi con avocado (V) GBP 16.90

                                    New | Artichoke salad with avocado & parmesan shavings

                                    • Insalata di Salmone GBP 17.90

                                      Mixed greens, cherry tomato, avocado, caperberries and smoked salmon

                                      Side

                                      • Italian Olives (VG) GBP 5.50

                                        Large green Nocellara olives from Sicily

                                        • Baby Romain Lettuce (VG) GBP 5.90

                                          Served with lemon and mustard sauce

                                          • Le Patatine (VG) GBP 5.90

                                            Slim cut french fries.

                                            • *Truffle oil and parmesan + GBP 1.00

                                          • Green Bowl (VG) GBP 7.50

                                            Broccoli, beans

                                            • New Insalata Al Pomodoro (VG) GBP 9.90

                                              Thin slices of heritage tomatoes, red onion, chives and radish

                                              • Homemade Garlic Bread (VG) GBP 10.90

                                                • With cheese GBP 1.00

                                              Pizza

                                              All our dough is made fresh on site and fermented 48 hours.

                                              • Margherita (V) GBP 16.50

                                                Mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil, olive oil

                                                • L’Affumicata GBP 21.50

                                                  Smoked buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce, salami milano, spianata piccante

                                                  • Pepperoni GBP 18.90

                                                    Pepperoni, mozzarella and tomato sauce

                                                    • Quattro Formaggi (V) GBP 19.90

                                                      Four cheeses: gorgonzola, mozzarella, provolone piccante, parmesan, olive oil

                                                      • La Fungosa (V) GBP 20.50

                                                        Portobello mushrooms, gorgonzola, mozzarella, truffle oil

                                                        • Meat Delizia GBP 21.50

                                                          Mozzarella, tomato sauce, meat balls, bacon, pepperoni, onion, garlic oil

                                                          • Quattro Stagioni GBP 21.50

                                                            Parma Ham, portobello mushrooms, olives, artichokes, mozzarella, tomato sauce

                                                            • La Calabrese GBP 21.50

                                                              Mozzarella, tomato sauce, nduja (spicy), pancetta, provolone piccante, red onion, basil, olive oil

                                                              • Burrata Pizza GBP 23.90

                                                                Burrata, parma ham, rocket, mozzarella, tomato sauce

                                                                • Truffle Pizza (V) GBP 26.90

                                                                  New | A base of rich white truffle paste, creamy mozzarella and gorgonzola cheese, with a drizzle of truffle oil and shavings of fresh truffle.

                                                                  Pasta

                                                                  Alternatively you can ask gluten free options of pasta.

                                                                  • Penne All Arrabiata (VG) GBP 16.50

                                                                    Chili, garlic, parsley & tomato sauce

                                                                    • Spaghetti Carbonara GBP 19.90

                                                                      Spaghetti with bacon, egg, cream & parmesan cheese

                                                                      • Fresh Pappardelle Ai FunghiGBP 21.90

                                                                        Pappardelle with Portobello mushrooms, shimeji mushroom, garlic, onions, balsamic, chili flakes & parmesan

                                                                        • Tagliatelle Burrata (V) GBP 23.50

                                                                          Tagliatelle with basil tomato sauce, burrata, chili and garlic

                                                                          • Fresh Pappardelle Beef Ragu GBP 29.90

                                                                            Rich, slow cooked (6 hours) shredded beef ragu with garlic & chilly, red wine sauce

                                                                            • Fresh Truffle Pasta (V) GBP 29.90

                                                                              Tagliatelle with butter, black pepper, parmesan and fresh truffle

                                                                              • Linguine Allo Scoglio GBP 25.50

                                                                                Prawns, squids and sun dried tomatoes, chilli & garlic

                                                                                Risotto

                                                                                • Risotto Ai Funghi Porcini (V)GBP 24.90

                                                                                  Risotto with porcini mushrooms, garlic and parmesan cheese

                                                                                  • Risotto Mare GBP 27.90

                                                                                    Risotto with prawns, squid, clams, chilli, garlic and tomato sauce

                                                                                    • Risotto Truffle (V) GBP 29.90

                                                                                      Risotto with fresh truffle, garlic and parmesan cheese

                                                                                      Main Course

                                                                                      • Pollo Alla Milanese GBP 21.50

                                                                                        Chicken breast in breadcrumbs served with rocket salad

                                                                                        • Pollo Ai Funghi Porcini GBP 26.90

                                                                                          Chicken breast with creamy porcini sauce served with mashed potato and almond flakes

                                                                                          • Sea Bass GBP 31.50

                                                                                            Sea Bass with lemon butter caper sauce served with broccoli, green beans and tomatoes

                                                                                            • Filetto Di Manzo Ai Porcini GBP 38.90

                                                                                              Premium Scottish Beef Fillet with porcini mushroom sauce served with chips and asparagus

                                                                                              (V) Vegetarian | (VG) Vegan

                                                                                              If you have any food or drink allergies or intolerances please speak to a member of our staff before placing your order. %12.5 Discretionary service charge will be added to your bill.

                                                                                                Last updated: 9 January 2025

                                                                                                What 942 people are saying

                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                4.8
                                                                                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                • 4.8Food
                                                                                                • 4.8Service
                                                                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                • 4.5Value

                                                                                                Noise • Energetic

                                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                                • West End London

                                                                                                  Italian

                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                Faros Holborn offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests adore the cozy ambiance and commend the friendly, attentive staff, especially servers like Oreo and Orestis. While some find it pricey, the quality and atmosphere make it a "highly recommended" choice for Italian cuisine in London.

                                                                                                942 Reviews

                                                                                                1. Sharon

                                                                                                  Dorset

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  Nice little restaurant, very small portions, and a bit overpriced, to be honest. Service good very attentive staff.

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                                                                                                2. Cathy

                                                                                                  Buckinghamshire

                                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Nice cosy traditional style Italian .Loved the food v tasty.However the main dish pasta portions were small particularly for the price. Good for a light lunch .

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                                                                                                3. Kyle

                                                                                                  London

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Really lovely service, beautiful restaurant despite its size and great food. Even when our booking finished they allowed us to wait on the tables outside with the heating on. They gave complimentary drinks as a thank you too. Honestly a great experience I would love to eat here again
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded 1 day ago
                                                                                                  Dear Kyle, Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you had such a great experience and enjoyed our service, food, and cozy atmosphere. It’s wonderful to know that our team could make your visit even more special. We’d love to welcome you back again soon! Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                4. Alicia

                                                                                                  London

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  The cutest little date night spot! The food was absolutely amazing, the ambiance was stunning and the waiters were superb. This will become a regular place for us to visit.
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                  Dear Alicia, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic date night and that you loved the food, ambiance, and service. It’s an honor to become a regular spot for you—we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                5. Anirudh

                                                                                                  London

                                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 2
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  Very average food. Overpriced based on the quality of food
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                  Dear Anirudh, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the food did not meet your expectations. We always strive to provide high-quality dishes that offer great value, and we appreciate your honest input. Your comments will be shared with our team as we continuously work to improve. We’re glad to hear that you were happy with the service and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience in the future. Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                6. Georgia

                                                                                                  N. Ireland

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Food was amazing and the staff were very friendly and attentive
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded 2 days ago
                                                                                                  Dear Georgia, Thank you for your perfect rating! We're thrilled that you had a fantastic experience with us. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                7. Krista

                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                  Norfolk/Suffolk

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Always the warmest of welcomes and exceptional customer service. We visit every time we are in London!
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded on 9 February 2025
                                                                                                  Dear Krista, Thank you for your wonderful review! It means so much to us that you choose to visit every time you are in London. We are delighted that you always feel warmly welcomed. Looking forward to seeing you again soon in March! Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                8. Josh

                                                                                                  Edinburgh

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Good food and service and nice restaurant inside but limited menu and very expensive for what it is.
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded on 2 February 2025
                                                                                                  Dear Josh, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. We appreciate your thoughts on the menu and pricing, and we'll take them into consideration. Hope to welcome you back soon! Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                9. Dominick

                                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                                  London

                                                                                                  30 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  30 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  So delicious, amazing service. I almost hate talking about this place, because it deserves gatekeeping status.
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded on 2 February 2025
                                                                                                  Dear Dominick, Thank you for your amazing review, we truly appreciate this! Your support means the world to us. Hope to welcome you back soon for another incredible experience! Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                10. Lindsey

                                                                                                  London

                                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 31 January 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Lovely food , welcoming waiters and very helpful and apologetic when my friend's gluten free pasta was not quite cooked to her satisfaction - this was quickly remedied . Great choices and good portions.
                                                                                                  Faros HolbornResponded on 3 February 2025
                                                                                                  Dear Lindsey, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the lovely food, welcoming service, and the great choices on our menu. We appreciate your patience regarding the gluten-free pasta, and we're happy we could quickly resolve it. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we’ll continue working to make every experience even better. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon! Best wishes, Faros Holborn

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                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                Faros Holborn does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

                                                                                                Faros Holborn is rated 4.8 stars by 942 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                2 people
                                                                                                7:00 pm
                                                                                                Booked 40 times today

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                                                                                                Google Map for Faros Holborn

                                                                                                57 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8PP

                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                  Holborn
                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                  Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                  £26 to £40
                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                  Italian
                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                  Smart Casual
                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                  Street Parking
                                                                                                • Public transit
                                                                                                  Chancery Lane is 5 minutes walking distance.
                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                                  Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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