Restaurants, French

Gazette on Ramsden Road brings the authentic brasserie style of a local French village café to the streets of Balham. This little slice of France in south west London is open early for breakfast, whether you wish to nibble a fresh croissant or tuck into…

A fashionable bar brasserie in the centre of cultured Liverpool, Hanover Street Social crafts an extensive menu of modern European delicacies. Refined flavours are served throughout the day, from French toast with cinnamon sugar for breakfast, to a…

‘To do the honours of a table gracefully, is one of the outlines of a well-bred man.’ So says the rare 18th-century text from which Martin Wishart’s second Edinburgh venture takes its name, and both he and head chef Paul Tamburrini do the table proud…

In a cosy first floor setting overlooking the wrought-iron splendour of Leadenhall Market, Luc's Brasserie is a welcoming Gallic haunt in the heart of slick east London. Full-flavoured French brasserie dishes make up a self-assured menu, with daily…

For 16 years La P'tite Folie has been part of Edinburgh's dining scene, initially in the city-centre bustle of Frederick Street and joined, ten years ago, by the venue that has come to overshadow the original, set behind a quirky Tudor façade looking…

Herve and Paula Tabourel run a resolutely Parisian brasserie in a Florentine Palazzo-style building by 19th century architect David Rhind. Menus change constantly, but are reliably French from the complimentary pork rillette with bread to start, through…

Plateau sits in a prime fourth floor location at the top of the Canada Place building, opposite Canary Wharf tower. The relaxed, informal bar and grill restaurant looks out on awe-inspiring views of the surrounding City landscape. Alongside a…

Part of the global Campanile hotel chain, this Manchester branch has a friendly and welcoming bistro-style restaurant serving a wide range of French and English brasserie classics. From an early morning breakfast buffet to lunchtime sandwiches and a…

Adding some French polish to a very British affair, Restaurant Sauterelle sits poised on the south mezzanine of the venerable Royal Exchange building. Upmarket shoppers and City bankers recline in its blue club chairs to partake of a deceptively simple…

Located in a landmark position on Piccadilly in the heart of London's West End, the magnificent Ritz Restaurant leaves an indelible impression on all who dine there, making it one of the world's most desirable places to dine. Reflecting a new pride…

A highly refined country house retreat in 20 acres on the banks of the River Teith, this pink-harled hotel feels a million miles from the hurly burly of Callender's busy centre a few hundred yards away. Chef Ian McNaught's daily changing menus include…

Within the stately 19th-century mansion house hotel of Norwood Hall, the Tapestry is an intimate yet relaxed restaurant in the leafy West End of Aberdeen. So called because of the ornate tapestry hanging on the walls, the restaurant features a creative…

Famous for its lively encounter with Gordon Ramsay a few years back, Abstract brings sophisticated French cuisine to Inverness with features including an eight course tasting menu and a chef's table.

Awarded three Michelin stars, Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester offers contemporary French cuisine, complemented with a highly professional, bespoke and friendly service orchestrated by Restaurant Director Christian Laval and his energetic team, for a new…

Presenting classic and contemporary French cuisine to London diners, Almeida is a charming French restaurant in Islington overseen by Head Chef Alan Jones, who has created an innovative menu of healthy and seasonal dishes to enjoy. Prepared with…

This compact little venue is certainly not cutting edge, instead Andre has decided to deck the place out in red, white and blue, play French music and deliver some extremely satisfying rustic, wholesome Gallic cuisine. A delightful dining experience…

Close to vibrant Carnaby Street, Antidote is a contemporary wine bar with delicious seasonal French fare, including small plates and hearty main courses. Organic and biodynamic wines are available, mainly from the South of France. With a warm…

A longstanding local favourite, Auberge Brasserie is an invitingly informal restaurant in Southport serving inventive brasserie classics with a dose of French flair. Dishes include roast rump of Welsh lamb with garlic and nettle sauce and red mullet…

A contemporary bar and restaurant, Auberge London serves brasserie-style French cuisine and classic Gallic inspired favourites. The impressive bar serves up international beer and an excellent wine list. With elegant 1920's Art Deco-style design…

With a mezzanine and outdoor terrace, Auberge - Waterloo serves brasserie-style French cuisine and classic Gallic inspired favourites in a rustic, candlelit dining room. Reminiscent of a Belgian beer hall with twisted iron features and dark wood, the…

Sister restaurant to the legendary Chelsea restaurant Aubergine in London, Aubergine at the Compleat Angler in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, opened in October 2008 to tremendous praise from local residents and restaurant critics alike. Serving the classic…