Award-winning

Francatelli

4.2

1557 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

Francatelli, a new British restaurant in London, celebrates the legacy of 19th-century chef Charles Elmé Francatelli through modern interpretations of his classic dishes. Chef William Drabble, known for his seasonal focus and local sourcing, leads the kitchen, drawing inspiration from Francatelli's 1846 cookbook "The Modern Cook." Expect a menu rooted in simplicity and British produce, with some show-stopping flourishes.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British
Hours of operation
Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
020 7316 1621
Website
http://www.stjameshotelandclub.com/en/restaurants-and-bar/seven-park-place.html
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
William Drabble

Location
7-8 Park Place, London, SW1A 1LS
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Neighborhood
Mayfair
Cross street
St Jame's Street
Parking details
Public Parking available nearby
Public transit
Green Park Tube Station
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine

Experiences

Francatelli Tasting menu
£65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Six Courses Tasting Menu. We celebrate the bounty of Britain by partnering with the finest local suppliers. Their dedication shines through in every dish designed by our Executive Chef William Drabble, echoing the culinary legacy of Charles Elmé Francatelli, from St James's Club to Queen Victoria's table. Savour seasonal flavours and champion small producers with every bite.
3 Courses Menu, New Year's Eve 2024
£90.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
New Year's Eve 2024 Festivity Dining at Francatelli. Elevate your holiday dining experience with our specially crafted New Year's Eve 3 Courses dinner included a glass of wine for each courses Every bite is an ode to unforgettable moments, making this festive season truly exceptional.
Lunch Set Menu
£30.00 per person
Multiple dates available
We celebrate the bounty of Britain by partnering with the finest local suppliers. Their dedication shines through in every dish designed by our Executive Chef William Drabble, echoing the culinary legacy of Charles Elmé Francatelli, from St James's Club to Queen Victoria's table. Savour seasonal flavours and champion small producers with every bite. Set lunch menu available Thursday to Saturday from 12pm – 2pm. Choose between a 2 course set menu for 25.00 or a 3 course set menu for £30 per person Service Charge: A discretionary service charge of 15% will be added to your bill.

What 1,557 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.1Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End London
Contemporary British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Francatelli in Mayfair offers an "exceptional tasting menu" with "first rate food and service." Guests praise its "great ambiance" and "fantastic wine pairing." This hidden gem provides "excellent value for money" and is perfect for a quiet meal. Despite some mixed reviews, the standout service and exquisite cuisine make it a must-visit.

1,557 Reviews

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Takashi
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
静かなレストランで、落ち着いてクリスマスランチを楽しめた。スタッフも親切で、料理の説明も的確であった。
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LINDSAY D.
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My husband and I are from Houston, Texas where food and service are second to none; therefore, our standards are quite high! That being said, we were truly impressed by the service and food of this exceptional restaurant in Christmas Day!
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Juan
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nuestro primer menú degustación en Londres y no se me ocurre mejor manera de empezar.
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Geoff
London
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great food, great service and great location. The tasting menu was superb
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Nikolaos
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent stuff, very welcoming and professional. Fast service and efficient. Exquisite food, with only fresh ingredients that makes you want to try the whole menu. Highly recommended.!!!
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Vadim
London
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The room is very elegant and pleasant. The food was great - scallops almost perfect, amazing duck (referred to as rabbit by the waiter but that did not affect its taste). Baked figs disappointed compared to the rest of the dishes. The real disappointment is the wine list - most positions not available and no choice whatsoever under £100 per bottle. The wines on offer are mostly in the £200-700 range. This felt very weird but maybe that was the way Mr Francatelli saw high dining in mid-19th century.
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Kat
Kent
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We had a gorgeous meal, the service was impeccable and the attention to detail was great. Unfortunately there was an infestation of fruit flies and this did impact the overall ambience of the experience.
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Matvii
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was okay but it didn’t meet my expectations. The desert had too much sugar.
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Alan
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The tasting menu was superb and it was a very reasonable price
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Geoffrey
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is a most pleasant dining space separated into almost separate room areas with acceptable distance between tables. Lovely decoration and artwork gives a warm ambience. Piped music is not too loud and intrusive as it is many restaurants. The dishes we chose were inventive and beautifully presented but most of all, tasted delicious. Impeccable service, attentive, courteous and never obsequious. Good sommelier advice on our choice of wines to match both our chosen dishes and style preferences. In summary, a delightful evening all round.
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FAQs

Francatelli is rated 4.2 stars by 1557 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

7-8 Park Place, London, SW1A 1LS

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Cross street
St Jame's Street
Neighborhood
Mayfair
Hours of operation
Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, British
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Parking available nearby
Public transit
Green Park Tube Station
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
William Drabble
Additional
Banquet, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Wine

Website
http://www.stjameshotelandclub.com/en/restaurants-and-bar/seven-park-place.html
Phone number
020 7316 1621

Francatelli

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Francatelli Tasting menu

3 Courses Menu, New Year's Eve 2024

Lunch Set Menu

Menu

What 1,557 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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