An impeccably mannered, corridor-sized bistro serving rich, old-school French cuisine in a dimly lit, sexy Fitzrovia setting.
Ordering Strategy
Prioritize the snacks and starters, particularly the bon bons. The wine list is a major draw (Burgundy focus), so ask the sommelier for guidance. Best suited for couples due to tight spacing.
What to order
Truffle-cream gougères
Described as 'absolutely, extraordinarily wonderful' and 'silky smooth,' these warm snacks pack a heady truffle punch and are topped with shaved Comté.
Saddle of rabbit with bacon and sauce soubise
A standout main course that avoids dryness; the bacon adds 'magic' to the carefully cooked meat and rich onion-based cream sauce.
Chicken liver parfait
Acclaimed as being 'as good as chicken liver parfait has ever been in this country or any other,' served on dainty brioche fingers with cherries for sharpness.
What to skip
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Andy Hayler (70%)
Editorial Weight 57 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 8 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 0 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
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Review signals
2 Elite · 1 Editorial · 6 total signals
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Good to know
There is no waiting area or bar, so don't arrive too early. The room is narrow ('corridor-sized'), making it intimate but tight. Private dining is available downstairs.
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