Best Contemporary French Restaurants in Blackfriars

My girlfriend and I frequent Palm Court Brasserie every Christmas which has become a bit of a tradition. We always seem to sit on the same table which we love. This time, as ever before, was no exception. The service was excellent, the atmosphere was great and the food was tremendous and good value considering its location. My girlfriend has a milk allergy, and was immediately put at ease when the waiter came over and walked her through the menu in terms of what could be modified etc. which always makes the experience much more enjoyable for her. This was further enhanced at the end when the manager also checked the her allergy was adequately catered for. Overall, a fantastic experience and we’re already looking forward visiting again next year.

Afternoon tea at the savoy is a lovely! We had come up from Eastbourne and just been to the Van Gogh exhibition at the National Gallery and then walked round to the savoy. We have been a couple of times, and really enjoy it. It is know in the newly refurbished room with very comfy chairs...... important for tea i think. Er added a glass of champagne each before we started which as they have a good selection to choose from was well worth it. One of the gueast was gluten free and there selection was as lovely as the others. There was no feeling that you have to finish then leave which happens in some other afternon teas, we have tried a few, and we keeping coming back to the savoy. Te staff where lovely, inarticular the man who explained all abut the ball room down stairs, whichn we went tom see. i loved thhe pictures of Guests around the htel, and particuarily liked the pictures on the wall of the ballet dancers. The addition of the bar in the room works very well.

Gorgeous restaurant felt really cosy and Christmassy even though it’s huge! Fab waiter and great value Prix Fixe (m-f until 7pm) Will def be back! Also a couple of celebrities spotted ◡̈

The staff were very attentive and pleasant. The menu had an excellent variety of dishes and wines. We were delighted with the quality of our food and the house wines. It was refreshing to be able to have a conversation without competing with music and other guests. Great acoustics. Great ambience but we were in a corner so did not get the benefit of the lovely restaurant areas or ambience. Nevertheless, we had a great dining experience. Great value amd top quality food and wines. Would recommend highly.

Always an Impeccable Experience CORD by Le Cordon Bleu never fails to impress us! From the moment we walked in, the service was flawless, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. We were fortunate to be seated at the chef’s table, where we had the privilege of watching the impeccably skilled kitchen staff at work—it was like witnessing culinary artistry in motion. The attention to detail in both the food and presentation was outstanding, with every dish showcasing creativity and precision. The flavors were beautifully balanced, and the entire experience felt truly special. We can’t recommend this gem highly enough for anyone seeking an unforgettable dining experience. We’ll definitely be back!