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French Restaurant

L'Escargot

48 Greek Street, Soho

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London's oldest French restaurant offering fine-dining classics in a grand Georgian townhouse. Summary via Google

About L'Escargot

L'Escargot occupies a Georgian townhouse on Greek Street in Soho and serves French fine-dining classics. The menu includes escargots, French onion soup and duck confit, with a set menu option offering good value. The restaurant takes bookings and accommodates groups.

The dining room is described as elegant and intimate, with live piano music. Service is formal and attentive.

Opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Tuesday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Friday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 10:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 3:00 PM

Lunch hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00 – 3:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 – 3:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 – 3:00 PM
Friday
12:00 – 3:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 – 3:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 3:00 PM

Dinner hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:00 – 10:30 PM
Wednesday
5:00 – 10:30 PM
Thursday
5:00 – 10:30 PM
Friday
5:00 – 10:30 PM
Saturday
5:00 – 10:30 PM
Sunday
Closed

What's nearby

  • Be At One - Greek Street next door
  • The Union Club next door
  • Prince Edward Theatre next door
  • Soho Square Gardens 150m away
  • Leicester Square 400m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Diners like this restaurant's authentic French cuisine, especially the signature escargots, French onion soup, and duck confit, along with a great value set menu. They also highlight the elegant, cozy, and romantic atmosphere, often featuring live piano music. Guests mention the warm, attentive, and professional service, making for a special dining experience.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Cuisine
French
Guest rating
4.5 / 5 (1,325 reviews)
Good for children
No
Good for groups
Yes
Booking required
Yes
Destination
Soho