Award-winning

Francatelli

4.3

1558 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

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.
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.
Wine & Cheese Paring
£120.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 8, 2025 only
6:30 PM
Join us for an exclusive St. James's Hotel & Club / Paxton & Whitfield event celebrating International Women’s Day on Saturday 8th March. With special guests, including a renowned cheesemaker and a celebrated winemaker, discover the art of cheese and wine pairing through women-led creations. The evening will begin with a sparkling reception and canapés by Executive Chef William Drabble, before guests settle down in the sumptuous Library for the pairing experience.

What 1,558 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End London
Contemporary British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Francatelli delights with an "exceptional tasting menu" and "impeccable service." The elegant setting and attention to detail create a "delightful evening." Guests praise the "gorgeous meal" and the friendly, professional staff. While occasional issues like fruit flies are noted, the restaurant remains a "hidden gem" offering great value and exquisite cuisine.

1,558 Reviews

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Ricky
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant was too busy for the staffing levels. The food was very good but not quite the flavours I expected for a Michellin Star restaurant.
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Peter
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Table wasn't ready when we arrived (on time). We had to ask several times for the bill and when it arrived it included several incorrect items, which we had to request were removed. The food was good, but it was overpriced and the overall service let it down
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Wayne
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
A rather basic experience for a fine dining establishment. We had the Valentine's Day set dinner men: Langoustine soup and scallop was great, fish was good, the beef was average while the desserts were barely passable. The vanilla cream did not feel special; the passion fruit souffle was way too sweet and the dark chocolate sauce tasted like chocolate melted down from a cheap milk cho bar. Service was a little lack-lustre - our water cups were empty for a good part and getting the attention of the server to refill it was an adventure. For the price point, I'd expected much better service and better dishes.
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Sarah
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We received a voucher for a 2 course lunch … delighted with the food and service. Particular thanks to Federico who looked after us.
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OpenTable Diner
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic experience with the tasting menu. High quantity food, and the service was impeccable!
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graham
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely food with wine pairing. Amazing service. Only people eating at 530 so ambience was ok but not great.
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OpenTable Diner
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Beatiful place, very well served, balanced paired wines and excellent cuisine
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Takashi
London
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2024
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 on December 25, 2024
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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FAQs

Francatelli is rated 4.3 stars by 1558 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

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

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

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Additional information

Experiences

Francatelli Tasting menu

Lunch Set Menu

Wine & Cheese Paring

Menu

What 1,558 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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