Very good! We came into Franco's after a long day of traveling and were welcomed with open arms. We arrived quite late but they still sat us which I greatly appreciated. We had the beef carpaccio, pasta and finished with their wonderful Tiramisu. The service was great and the ambiance was perfectly quiet and elegant. We will definitely be back to Franco's. read more

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It's gotten even worse since my last visit. I wonder if there is new management to explain how this once excellent spot has become so terrible. Service is rude and slow. I would avoid Franco's. read more

Was looking forward to a great evening with wonderful Italian food and was so disappointed. The wine list was so overpriced and the best we could do was was a bottle at 95. On to the menu-it was very limited so our expectations were high. The chef had fewer dishes to prepare so they should all be good. It was not the case...we had the bread basket for a charge of 5 pounds that was not exceptional to accompany a plate of cured meats that was a smallish portion. We also requested a leafy salad that arrived with our entrees and we sent it back. My husband ordered a pasta dish with tomatoes and sausage and I had a swordfish. The pasta dish was just so-so and my swordfish was well overdone and dry. It was suggested that I order a potato side dish as the fish came with no accompaniments and the new potatoes arrived in a small dish with almost no seasoning-not appetizing at all. The dining room is attractive but I could not recommend this restaurant due to the lackluster dishes and pricing-there is much better in London! read more

All of the staff were friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and fresh. We absolutely loved the lobster linguine and our desserts were amazing. We came to England to celebrate our anniversary and they definitely made our first night great! read more

Francos is a lovely spot, offering an elegant dining experience and outstanding northern Italian dishes. The sommelier will expertly guide you to selections that work with your food selection and price point, which is important once you see their extensive wine list! Our party was universally happy with their food. Highly recommend. read more

Sat outside and watched what's left of London walk by.... lovely place and I'm sure when it's rocking it's the spot to be. Great street surrounded by shoe makers, suit and shirt makers.... so great. A had a nice glass of Rosè to start and terrific service by the whole staff. Good wine list btw! Started with the burrata, roasted tomatoes on a red tapenade. Amazing!!!! 10 stars. The spaghetti as has been reviewed was ok not great. Something in the sauce I didn't love. All in all, a delightful lunch that happens to be 100 ft from the best cigar shop in all of London! read more

Franco’s - Right next to the best cigar shop in London... - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

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Wonderful Italian restaurant in London's St. James area. The pasta was cooked to perfection. The food was delicious with just the right portions so you left feeling satisfied but not too full. The service was great - quick, polite and informative. Highly recommend the spaghetti with tomato sauce and a touch of basil. read more

We've had a few meals here over the last 6 months so this will be a bit of an amalgamation of them all. This is a really good team with lovely food in a great location so definitely worth a visit. The breakfast is solid as well with excellent eggs. Our dinners have been good, with the crab being a highlight from the starters and then the grill--lamb, venison and any other meat has always been lovely. The fried zucchini is huge and delicious if you want a little crisp with your meal. read more

Delightful find on our London trip. From the welcome to the return of our coats as we left, this was a wonderful experience. The service was friendly and prompt. The food was delicious, and the portions were substantial. Lots of festive holiday decorations, and we enjoyed talking with the tables nearby. Would definitely return! read more

I came here for a solo lunch and felt a bit underdressed. You get a real Wall Street vibe as everyone is on business lunches in their suits. That said, the staff is nothing but professional and in no way makes you feel out of place. I was seated promptly where I ordered the special appetizer of the day, steak tartare. I also went with the macaroni lamb ragout as an entree. This was all paired with a refreshing glass of rosé. The tartare was delicious and fresh at the perfect temperature. The quail eggs were a nice touch. The captain provided me a generous heaping of parmigiano reggiano on my macaroni. The serving size is not huge but perfect to be full without feeling bloated. The pricing is a bit on the higher side but well worth it for the food and experience. So go ahead and splurge a bit. read more

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This place was one of the best I had in my week in London. Great atmosphere, helpful and friendly waitstaff and great food. Had the tagliolini with clams and courgette and the flavor and portion size was perfect. Highly recommend for anyone looking for nice but not over the top nice Italian in the area read more

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We made an open table reservation yesterday for dinner this evening. We arrived about 20 minutes prior to expecting to wait. Instead we were immediately seated. My partner started with a bowl of potato soup, £10, he said it was fantastic. For mains I ordered the beef fillet, £39, with a side of green beans, £5. My husband chose to enjoy the classic lasagna, £18. Entrees came out in a good amount of time. I asked for my fillet to be prepared medium unfortunately it was served closer to rare. The flavor and size was excellent as well as the green beans. My husband thought his lasagna was the best he had ever had. I tried a bite, it was absolutely fantastic. For dessert we shared the tiramisu, it was excellent and a reasonable price, £8.75 Overall we were very pleased, would recommend, and will definitely be back! read more

Franco’s - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

Terrible arrival by a very harrassed woman who seemed totally out of control which started an awful lunch on Thursday 12 December 2024. It is 35 years since my last visit and now I know why. Ridiculously expensive: £7.50 for a bottle of flat water and £15 for some bread and cheese to start is just taking the proverbial. Champagne was corked and replaced by a glass of red at £32 which you do not realise until you get the bill. Beware of this place which I shall never return to as it is living on its Jermyn Street reputation. If only Jules Bar was still alive, it would show this place up for the rip off it really is. NEVER NEVER NEVER AGAIN. It is so disappointing and you are given the impression that the breads are gratis which is certainly not the case. There is nothing good to say about Franco's nor are the staff friendly or welcoming especially the coat taker at the door. A shocking experience sadly especially at Christmas time. read more

3 stars for food only. The one good thing about our experience here is we showed up early for our 7 pm reservation and they did manage to seat us. After that it was downhill. No one came over to our table for at least 15 minutes, not even to take a beverage order. One lady next to us waited so long to be acknowledged that she got up and left. Once we were acknowledged and ordered (wine, a starter, 2 pastas, and a grilled fish entree) the food took over an hour to come out. The truffle pasta was the highlight of our meal. I know that service is different than in the US because they aren't hustling for tips but this was terrible. We've been to multiple countries where tipping culture is nonexistent (including Italy) and this was by far the worst. It seems that they tend to ignore patrons that are younger (than 50) and American. What sets a top tier dining experience apart from a mediocre experience is the service and the service here was subpar at best. read more

We came to Franco's from the recommendation of our hotel. The place does get busy, so I definitely recommend a reservation. I had the special lobster ravioli. It was lovely. I was afraid it was going to be a very thick, cream based sauce; however, I was pleased that it was light and butter based. My husband opted for the lasagna. For me, it was too cheesy, but he liked the dish. Portion sizes are pretty large, which is why we did not grab dessert! read more

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Excellent food, service, presentation. Franco's is a top notch restaurant. Great bar drinks as well as a fabulous wine selection. Excellent vegan menu and regular menu. The assistant manager from Perugia Italy is a first class act. Very warm and friendly. He makes you feel like family whenever you are there. My favorite restaurant in London and one of my wife's and my favorite restaurants of all time. My wife and I went to Franco's twice last week and will eat there every time I'm in London. A very special restaurant. Thank you for memorable meals. read more

Franco's on Jermyn Street always struck me as being a place to go if you wanted to be seen and hang out with the It crowd. However, when I first went for lunch there, I was surprised about the quality of food that I received: Italian dishes with simple ingredients, yet refined enough to stand out from the mass of Italian restaurants. Service was slightly slow but very friendly, and the interior was fairly small with quite a few tables cramped into the limited space. Franco's also offer tables outside which may come handy in summer although they are very close to the road and close enough to St James so that smells and noise caused by traffic may deter from the food. However, if you are a smoker or want to have a quick espresso while sitting down, those tables may be the place for your. read more

Staying at the Cavendish on Jermyn St. and this restaurant was recommended by the front desk. The space is bright, and filled with business lunchers and friends catching up, and what appeared to be very few tourists. We started with some foccacia, which was delicious. I had the pappardelle with quail and truffle. The pasta was fresh and the sauce had this wonderful game-y, earthy texture from the truffle and quail that I couldn't resist. I wish I was able to sample more of their dishes because this one definitely whet my appetite. The service was fast, attentive, and friendly and the overall atmosphere of the place made for a very enjoyable upscale lunch. I do have one issue with this place, which is the prices. £16 for my pasta dish equates to about $20 if you strip away the VAT. It's a bit steep, even for a big city. read more

Franco's, in the heart of Mayfair, is a bit posh. I've been there quite a few times and have always been suitably impressed. The staff have that perfect mix of being formal yet relaxed and friendly - attentive and knowledgable without making you feel you have to constantly sit up straight. And the food is incredible - simple, tasty and top quality produce. I am a believer in judging a restaurant by it's bread basket - and Franco's does a damn good break basket. With a generous mix of rye, white and fruit breads with good quality olive oil, which staff are always happy to replenish I always love a place that serves you steak without a steak knife - such a smug way of saying 'We know how juicy and tender our steak is, so don't even ASSUME you need a steak knife'. And no, I didn't need a steak knife. Not overtly pricey, either, for the quality of the food, service and atmosphere. read more

The new design looks great and their home made pasta is to die for! The staff are polite and efficient and the fact that most of them are actually from Italy and actually know about the food being served adds tremendously to the experience. Great place! read more

Franco’s - The painting at the reception is pretty unconventional. - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

If you're looking for a superb breakfast at a lovely restaurant, Franco's is open from 7:30am. I've had several breakfast meetings in there, and while I don't necessarily agree with the breakfast meeting ethos, I can't think of anywhere I would rather be at that time, doing that kind of thing. The staff are polite and attentive, their Eggs Benedict is excellent, and the rest of their breakfast menu is fresh and varied, from greek yogurt with honey, to cooked breakfasts, to porridge. It is the morning haunt for many business folk who work in the St James' area, who pop in for coffee and a croissant, but if you're in London on business or pleasure, and you have an early start, pop in to Franco's. It's not cheap - but it is worth it. read more

Very authentic Italian, owner is very personable and very accommodating. Love the specialities. Definitely a favorite post theater dinner choice. read more

We dined in the private part of the downstairs dining room. The food and the service were outstanding. Even though it was set apart, we were not forgotten by the staff. They looked after us so well. The food came out all at the same time for the whole party, not easy to do. Absolutely recommend and would go back next time in London. read more

we came here before the theatre last night and had some great pasta. there are breadsticks and flatbread waiting for you at the table when you arrive. then they come around w/ the bread basket of various rolls, and the olive roll was delish. i had to restrain myself to eat just one, since i got an order of lobster spaghetti. i tried the burratta, carpaccio, and mushroom salad apps, and all were good. my spaghetti was really tasty, but i wish there was more lobster in it. this is a cute place to come before seeing a show. read more

Very pricey (not strange considering the surroundings), but at least the food is up to standard. As is the service. Had a lunch here recently, organic chicken and spinach on the side. The chicked did taste like it was organic (not dry at all) and the spinach was perfectly cooked. For dessert I had the regular scones which were perfect to be honest, as was the cream with which they were served. Enjoyed it quite a lot and although we paid £45 each for a very modest lunch, I would come again. read more

Franco's was good, but not great. We started with a delicious white truffle risotto and OK pasta, and then had two great entrees, but dessert was nothing special. The cheese plate included two parmesans, and a creme brulee went unfinished by me and my date. Service was OK, but the interior isn't welcoming, and I think I'd like to try other restaurants before returning to Franco's, although I wouldn't object to going again. Having only been once, I think it's more likely future visits would increase my rating from three to four, instead of decreasing it, but this first experience wasn't too special. read more

Disappointing and living on its reputation. Seriously, so called roast potatoes are deep fried (so they are basically chunky chips) which is a mature and fruit plate made up of tasteless fruit. Come on guys ... this is London, sourcing commodities and having access to great suppliers really isn't a problem if you try. How long does it take to take pips out of tasteless orange slices? read more

Great place for a quick Italian lunch in Mayfair, at the corner of St James and Jermyn Street. Slightly posh but lively, well attended and importantly very good. It feels a bit like being in Milan in one of the upmarket pasta and risotto places around Brera and the Duomo. I go there for a quick pasta (pasta of the day was spaghetti alle vongole) with a ruccola salad which makes it a savoury, good value, lunch option. Perfect if you have 30 minutes to lunch. read more

I did not eat here, I sat outside and enjoyed a cigar from Davidoff which is across the street. A gentleman took great care of me despite the fact I simply had 3 drinks and a cappuccino. The drinks and cappuccino where superb and I think I will go back tomorrow. read more

Franco's is a great Italian place. This is a great place for a date night, business dinner, or for a small group. It was full, and we had to wait for a table. Definitely make a reservation. I will try breakfast and lunch if in the neighborhood. The lasagne is so delicious! read more

As you walk into this place there is an enormous and slightly disconcertingly real-looking detailed nude behind the receptionist. The eye cannot help but linger. Luckily this seemed a 100% male clientele at the time I visited. This is a great atmosphere, and great decor small room restaurant. I have aonly breakfasted here and is great for a working breakfast. The eggs benedict was middle of the road. Nicely done eggs, ham and sause good. But burned muffins. No comment on lunch. Lots of stogie smoking gents outside as a spill over from Davidoff opposite. A pleasant change from the Wollsley and Cecconis. read more

One of the most elegant restaurants in London great food, stylish service and devine deserts. Best seats are outside under the heaters where you can also enjoy a cigar. read more

Nice place and good italian food.

The Lamb dish on the specials board came with super heated veg that contained a large amount of water, which diluted the sauce. The veg totally lacked any flavour. The waiters encourage guests to have a side salad, which did not turn up, but were charged for. read more

Excellent service and a delicious meal. The veal was outstanding following by a traditional tiramisu equally as good. The prices are a little on the steep side , especially wine by the glass. read more

Great spot for a working lunch.... Always ask for a recommendation for the food and and to date never disappointed. Best to book but must try if you're in the area.... Luckily office is 100m away read more

Super Italian food. Had beef which was perfectly cooked and a side of al dente pasta. Highly recommend and worth a visit.

Expensive but worth it. Love the decoration and all the details. The bathroom is unique to say the least. Everything was good. However, the place is a bit small and some waiters seemed a bit unexperienced. We loved the tables right on the street. read more