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L'Escargot Soho London's Oldest French Restaurant - L'Escargot, London, Greater London

L'Escargot

4.7
4.7
728 Reviews
£26 to £40
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 21 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
To welcome in 2025 we are offering a special lunch and pre-theatre menu. £20 for 2 courses and £25 for 3 (plus service). It is an amazing bargain for the whole of January.

L'Escargot is London's oldest and most celebrated French restaurant serving classic French dishes. Favourite dishes include French onion soup, Lobster bisque, oysters, Tournedos "Rossini", grilled lobster, Chateaubriand and of course snails ! L'Escargot was voted one of the most romantic restaurants in London and is a perfect spot to celebrate a birthday or anniversary.

If you want to come in just for a drink, upstairs there is a great cocktail bar with reasonably priced cocktails and a bar snack menu.

The restaurant has welcomed celebrities such as Coco Chanel, Charles de Gaulle, Maurice Chevalier, Laurence Olivier, Lucien Freud and Francis Bacon. and was a favourite of Princess Diana

L'Escargot is located close to all the major West-End theatres, which makes it an excellent pre and post theatre dining spot.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    French, Mediterranean, Continental
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7439 7474
  • Website
    https://www.lescargot.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    James Tyrell
  • Private party facilities
    As if the location and the food weren’t enough, the private rooms at L’Escargot make the perfect space for almost any event. Private lunches & dinners (up to 40 guests)Standing drinks receptions & canapés (up to 70 guests)Want to get married here? You can also hire out the whole venue!
  • Location
    48 Greek St, London, Greater London W1D 4EF
  • Area
    Soho
  • Cross Street
    Old Compton Street, Greek Street, Bateman Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Piccadilly, Tottenham Court Road and Leicester Square tube stations
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wine

Menu

Snacks

  • Freshly baked breads, beurre demi-selGBP 5.00

    (v)

    • Gordal olives GBP 7.00

      (v) (vg)

      • Truffle & Pecorino salted nuts * (v)GBP 6.00

        (v) (vg)

        • Cheese straw (v)GBP 8.00

          • Cocktail sausages glazed in Worcester sauce GBP 8.00

            • Gruyére, crême fraîche & truffle flatbread (vg)GBP 14.00

              • Assiette de charcuterie GBP 15.00

                Prix fixe

                2 courses £25 3 courses £30 | available 12-3pm & 5-6.15pm

                • Chicken liver parfait, spiced apricot chutney or Beetroot and Feta cheese tartine (v) or Salad frisée aux lardons or Céleri rémoulade et jambon de Bayonne or Potage Cultivateur

                  • Jerusalem artichoke & truffle risotto (v)(vg on request) or Wild mushroom linguini (v) or Moules-frites or Toulouse sausages, Pommes purée or Lamb’s kidneys a la diable

                    • Tart au citron or Selection of ice creams & sorbets or Galettes des Rois*

                      Sides

                      • Pommes FritesGBP 6.00

                        • Pomme DauphinoiseGBP 8.00

                          • New potatoesGBP 6.00

                            • Spinach GBP 8.00

                              • Minted PeasGBP 5.00

                                • Haricots vertsGBP 6.00

                                  • Wild mushrooms & foie grasGBP 16.00

                                    Hors D’Oeuvres / Starters

                                    • Céleri rémoulade et jambon de BayonneGBP 14.00

                                      • Beetroot and Feta cheese tartine (v)GBP 14.00

                                        • French onion soupGBP 14.00

                                          • Langoustine bisque GBP 16.00

                                            • Smoked salmon, capers & shallots GBP 21.00

                                              • Crab mayonnaise with pickled cucumberGBP 22.00

                                                • Half dozen Maldon rock oystersGBP 24.00

                                                  • Chicken liver parfait, spiced apricot chutney GBP 16.00

                                                    • Terrine of Landes foie gras, Muscat jellyGBP 32.00

                                                      Les Escargots

                                                      • Les Escargots `Maison’

                                                        Mains

                                                        • Jerusalem artichoke & truffle risotto (v) (vg on request)GBP 26.00

                                                          • Wild mushroom linguine (v)GBP 26.00

                                                            • Poached sea trout, leeks & chive beurre blancGBP 28.00

                                                              • Supreme of halibut, morels & Champagne sauceGBP 42.00

                                                                • Baked lobster with lemon butterGBP 65.00

                                                                  • Confit of duck with braised red cabbage GBP 28.00

                                                                    • Côte de veau, sage and capersGBP 45.00

                                                                      • Tournedos Rossini - beef fillet with foie gras & truffleGBP 65.00

                                                                        • Chateaubriand, Sauce Béarnaise (for 2)GBP 110.00

                                                                          Last updated: 2 February 2025

                                                                          What 728 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

                                                                          Noise • Energetic

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • West End London

                                                                            French

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          L'Escargot, nestled in Soho, is a "beautiful restaurant" offering "fantastic food" and "attentive service." It's renowned for its "authentic French cuisine" and "elegant setting," ideal for special occasions. Patrons praise the "prix fixe menu for excellent value" and the "wonderful atmosphere," making it a "must-visit" in London.

                                                                          728 Reviews

                                                                          1. Alex

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            London

                                                                            85 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            85 reviews

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Pre theatre dinner - seated in the ‘front’ room which had a lovely relaxed ambience. It’s really fun to watch all the denizens of Soho walking past! Theatre menu was ridiculously good value at £25 per person with the quality (and quantity!) of food being excellent. Slight confusion with the wine that was handled very well by the manager. Highly recommended.

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                                                                          2. Pawel

                                                                            London

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Fantastic atmosphere, delicious food and professional service.

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                                                                          3. Devin

                                                                            Denver

                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Enjoyed our Valentines meal at L’escargot. Relaxed but refined is the best description. A great value in the heart of London!

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                                                                          4. Mel

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            London

                                                                            8 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            8 reviews

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            L’escargot never disappoints. The best service in town, stunning interiors and consistently great food. The best pre-theatre menu in London.

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                                                                          5. James

                                                                            Orlando

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            9 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Truly amazing food and drinks. Amazing service! My only negative is how hot the restaurant was.

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                                                                          6. Keith

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            13 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            The 2025 set menu is excellant value - normal size portions unlike many other set or pre theatre menus. Old school service too from this Soho icon.

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                                                                          7. Maria

                                                                            London

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Always a p[leasure to return to this well -known establishment. Great Soho location. Recommended venue .

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                                                                          8. Sarah

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            Liverpool

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Lovely dinner and atmosphere great. Wine Devine - risotto impressive!!

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                                                                          9. Gabriela

                                                                            London

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 7 February 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            I celebrating my birthday and was the best decision to celebrate here. Good food good atmosphere 🫶

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                                                                          10. Jeremy

                                                                            London

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 6 February 2025

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Very good service with the fixed price menu providing good value for money.

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          L'Escargot is rated 4.7 stars by 728 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 21 times today
                                                                          Google Map for L'Escargot

                                                                          48 Greek St, London, Greater London W1D 4EF

                                                                          Dining areas

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                            Old Compton Street, Greek Street, Bateman Street
                                                                          • Area
                                                                            Soho
                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                            Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            £26 to £40
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            French, Mediterranean, Continental
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Casual Dress
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Street Parking
                                                                          • Public transit
                                                                            Piccadilly, Tottenham Court Road and Leicester Square tube stations
                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                            AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                                            James Tyrell
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            https://www.lescargot.co.uk/
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            020 7439 7474
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            As if the location and the food weren’t enough, the private rooms at L’Escargot make the perfect space for almost any event. Private lunches & dinners (up to 40 guests)Standing drinks receptions & canapés (up to 70 guests)Want to get married here? You can also hire out the whole venue!
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