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

L'Escargot

4.6
4.6
624 Reviews
£26 to £40
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 47 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
L'Escargot is London's oldest and most celebrated French restaurant serving classic French provincial dishes. It also has a great cocktail bar with reasonably priced cocktails and all day dining. Upstairs in the cocktail Bar there are live music acts every weekend.

The restaurant has welcomed luminaries such as Coco Chanel, Charles de Gaulle, Maurice Chevalier, Laurence Olivier, Lucien Freud and Francis Bacon. Princess Diana was a regular and to this day the restaurant is the home of many celebrated personalities.

It 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

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea

    GBP 29.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    L'Escargot Afternoon Tea Selection of finger sandwiches: Roast chicken with tarragon mayonnaise, Farmhouse brown Cucumber with cream cheese and chives, Soft white loaf Scotch Smoked Salmon, Granary bread Burford Brown Egg mayonnaise, Brioche Home Baked Scones Plain scone Fruited scone with golden raisins Cornish clotted cream and English strawberry jam Fancy Cakes Pear and almond frangipane tart Chocolate éclair Snail-shaped meringues with Chantilly cream Selection of Teas form Mariage Frères, Paris
    Afternoon Tea photo

  • Sunday Lunch

    GBP 39.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    L'Escargot is excited to welcome you on Sunday's for a long and relaxing Lunch. We will be offering a Set Menu with different options including a delicious Roast beef and Yorkshire Pudding ! 2x Courses for £39.00 3x Courses for £45.00
    Sunday Lunch photo

  • Set Lunch/Pre-Theatre menu

    GBP 30.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Here at l'Escargot we offer a set menu of: 2x courses for £25 or 3x courses for £30 This menu is available Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm until 3pm / 5pm to 7pm.

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

              Prix fixe

              2 courses £25 3 courses £30 | available 12-3pm & 5-7pm

              • French Onion Soup or Beetroot and goat’s cheese salad* (v)(vg) or charcuterie

                • Confit of duck or Wild mushroom risotto (v) (vg on request) or Scottish salmon

                  • Tart au citron or Selection of ice creams & sorbets or Tropical fruits

                    Sides

                    • ChipsGBP 6.00

                      • Pomme DauphinoiseGBP 8.00

                        • Braised Red Cabbage GBP 8.00

                          • Buttered new potatoesGBP 6.00

                            • Spinach GBP 7.00

                              • Minted PeasGBP 6.00

                                • Haricots vertsGBP 6.00

                                  • Leaf salad GBP 7.00

                                    Hors D’Oeuvres / Starters

                                    • Beetroot, goat’s cheese & walnut salad * (v)GBP 12.00

                                      • Salad of avocado, pomegranate & pistachios* (v)(vg)GBP 12.00

                                        • 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

                                                        • Wild mushroom & truffle risotto (v) (vg on request)GBP 26.00

                                                          • Scottish salmon, leeks & chive beurre blancGBP 28.00

                                                            • Grilled halibut, samphire & Hollandaise sauceGBP 42.00

                                                              • Baked lobster with garlic butterGBP 65.00

                                                                • Confit of duck with braised red cabbage GBP 28.00

                                                                  • Breast of chicken a la forestière GBP 32.00

                                                                    • Cassoulet Maison GBP 36.00

                                                                      • Côte de veau, green peppercorn sauce GBP 42.00

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

                                                                          Last updated: 27 November 2024

                                                                          What 624 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                          4.6
                                                                          4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.6Food
                                                                          • 4.6Service
                                                                          • 4.7Ambience
                                                                          • 4.4Value

                                                                          Noise • Energetic

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          L'Escargot in Soho is a "truly wonderful" French dining experience. Known for impeccable service and "delicious food," it's a favorite for "relaxed atmosphere" and "amazing afternoon tea." Guests praise the "attentive staff" and "beautiful setting." With a varied menu and "great value," it's a must-visit London institution.

                                                                          624 Reviews

                                                                          1. Raymond

                                                                            London

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 1 day ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Food was very good except bread didn't arrive until after first course.

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                                                                          2. Joy

                                                                            London

                                                                            81 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            81 reviews

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Another great Sunday lunch with the family. Good choice of each course and all delicious.

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                                                                          3. Jasper

                                                                            Berkshire

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Generally it is very good, the service is very good, the food is also delicious, the environment is very beautiful and comfortable.

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                                                                          4. Chee

                                                                            London

                                                                            31 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            31 reviews

                                                                            Dined 3 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Lovely venue in the midst of Soho. Sunday lunch set menu had a reasonably broad selection to choose from. Food was good particularly the main courses. Dessert was a bit hit-and-miss but made up by the wide selection of French wines. Brilliant service from start to finish - our waiter was particularly helpful and professional.

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                                                                          5. Paul

                                                                            London

                                                                            30 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            30 reviews

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Nice table with comfy armchairs. Food was very good as usual, but the set menu doesn’t seem to change so is getting a bit boring. Service was very attentive.

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                                                                          6. Joy

                                                                            Gloucestershire

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            I had a lovely afternoon tea at L'Escargot with a group of girl friends. It was raining heavily and they were able to accommodate us half an hour early, and we were made very welcome. The choice of teas was good, and we all enjoyed the ones we chose. The sandwiches, scones and cakes were also excellent, as was the glass of champagne that we decided to included. All in all, a lovely afternoon tea experience.

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                                                                          7. Elaine

                                                                            London

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            I've walked past L'Escargot so many times over the years and have always meant to visit. Glad I finally made it! Everything was perfect from the ambience to the staff and the food. Will definitely be returning!

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                                                                          8. James

                                                                            London

                                                                            30 reviews

                                                                            vip
                                                                            5.0

                                                                            30 reviews

                                                                            Dined 5 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Excellent, as ever. Atmospheric dining room and good service.

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                                                                          9. Fritz Thomas

                                                                            London

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Lovely lunch with a good friend - many thanks for this!

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                                                                          10. Michael

                                                                            London

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined 6 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            As ever, excellent food and service. Always a joy

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          L'Escargot is rated 4.6 stars by 624 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                          Make a booking

                                                                          2 people
                                                                          7:00 pm
                                                                          Booked 47 times today
                                                                          Experiences are available.
                                                                          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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