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Saint Jacques, London,

Saint Jacques

4.8
4.8
590 Reviews
£41 and over
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
Richard Weiss, iconic restaurateur and sommelier, returns to London’s West End with Saint Jacques restaurant. A relaxed and discrete chic bistro setting, Saint Jacques makes the perfect venue for breakfast, a convivial lunch, early evening cocktail or intimate dinner to savour.

Bringing new life to St James’s with classic French dishes and modern creations, the Saint Jacques seasonal menu blends tradition and innovation to suit all tastes – from Richard’s legendary tableside prepared Steak Tartare to a decadent fondant au chocolat.

Saint Jacques’ interior amalgamates the characteristics of a warm traditional brasseries with a vibrant and fresh aesthetic. Key features include the light and airy main dining area, where the clean and organic design coupled with the floral artwork complements the local and seasonal ingredients used. Our French windows then open onto our courtyard, a tranquil oasis of a kind rarely found in Central London.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–21:45 Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–10:15 Dinner Sat 18:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    020 7930 2030
  • Website
    http://www.saintjacquesrestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Offering an intimate atmosphere and cosy feel, our oak-panelled private dining room can comfortably seat up to 40 guests or be the perfect place for a Drinks & Canapés reception for up to 70 people.
  • Location
    5 St. James's Street, London, SW1A 1EF
  • Area
    St. James's
  • Cross Street
    5 St James's street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Green Park tube station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Menu

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What 590 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Saint Jacques in London is a "hidden gem" offering a superb French dining experience. It boasts "incredibly delicious food," a "lovely ambiance," and "outstanding service." Guests rave about dishes like steak tartare and turbot. The charming outdoor seating and attentive staff make it a "must-visit" destination.

590 Reviews

  1. Joanne

    London

    13 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We were struggling to find a table on a Saturday night in the area near Green Park/Picadilly...this place looked nice and had availability so we decided to give it a go. It has a pleasant (not spectacular) interior and friendly staff but it was lacking in ambience. The tables were half full at peak time 8pm on a Saturday evening and the food ranged from OK to good but again nothing outstanding. We all had starters and mains, and shared some sides, only one person had dessert. We had one bottle of white and a carafe of red (both the cheapest available, and 2 people had a digestif of Armagnac) The final bill was £465 for 4 people with an 'optional' 15% service charge already included on the bill. Maybe I'm out of touch but that is a hefty bill for some perfectly nice, but pretty simple French food that you could get in Soho at half that price. We won't be returning I'm afraid as I think there are much better places to go if you're going to spend that amount of money. Probably why it was only half full.

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  2. Jean-Yves

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always perfect execution and great choices! French classic!

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  3. Deborah

    Kent

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delighted to introduce friends to your excellent restaurant!

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  4. Gavin

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great French restaurant with good food, a traditional menu, reasonably priced well chosen wine list and fantastic service. The courtyard is lovely in the summer

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  5. Matt

    London

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food. Steak tartare was exceptional

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  6. Andrew

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Saint-Jacques is consistently excellent and is one of my favourite places for lunch or dinner.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Berkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Saint Jaques offers an outstanding dining experience with a perfect balance of traditional French flavors and modern flair. The ambiance is refined yet comfortable, and the service is attentive and professional, adding to the overall experience. Each dish is artfully presented and bursting with flavor, making it a true culinary delight. For anyone who enjoys exceptional French cuisine, Saint Jaques is a must-visit.

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  8. Deborah

    Kent

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As a regular dinner at Saint Jacques, I find it hard to write something different in that I seem to be asked to complete a survey for every visit. But the reason for the repeat visits are simply to do with the fact I enjoy every meal at St. Jacques, for the menu, service and welcome.

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  9. Mark

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding. Lovely ambiance, great menu and impeccable service.

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  10. Matthew

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice lunch, great food and service. Had the fixed menu which was also great value.

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Saint Jacques is rated 4.8 stars by 590 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Saint Jacques

5 St. James's Street, London, SW1A 1EF

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    5 St James's street
  • Area
    St. James's
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00–21:45 Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–10:15 Dinner Sat 18:00–22:00
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Green Park tube station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.saintjacquesrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    020 7930 2030
  • Private party facilities
    Offering an intimate atmosphere and cosy feel, our oak-panelled private dining room can comfortably seat up to 40 guests or be the perfect place for a Drinks & Canapés reception for up to 70 people.
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