Hubby and I were in London in August. On the last night of our trip, we found ourselves starving after spending hours shopping around Covent Garden. We happened upon Le Garrick and they were able to seat us fairly quickly in a quiet corner downstairs. We were happy to discover one of the best meals we had on our trip to London! We started with the goat cheese salad, which really hit the spot. It was a hot, humid day, and the salad was fresh and bright. Hubby had the salmon with ratatouille, which he loved. I had a perfectly medium rare ribeye with bearnaise, crispy frites and haricots verts. We enjoyed slow dining in our quiet little corner with our hearty, flavorful, perfectly prepared meals. We will definitely return to Le Garrick on our next trip to London. We loved the rustic, cozy feel of the dining room and the outstanding customer service. I have to add I was surprised that the restaurant was not nearly as pricey as I thought it was going to be. read more

Excellent French bistro experience in the heart of London. We ordered the set menu with Onglet steak and frites - perfectly cooked, flavorful, and well-portioned. Service was efficient and friendly. Cosy ambiance, ideal for a casual yet quality meal. Reasonable pricing for central London (£112 for 5 people incl. tip). Would return. read more

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Lovely French Brasserie in London Convent Garden. Service was professional with a simians mostly French waiters. Started with Escargot de Bourgogne a yummy garlic/parsley /oil ns some French to wipe it clean. The small appetizer of scallops were tasty, though small; only three and not that big! The filet de salmon and ratatouille was quite tasty. Now for the meats, the sauce au poivre, with peppercorn was tasty on both the Onglet and the rib eye, the French fries were tasty though they could have been hotter. All in all a pleasant dinner, though not so eager to return. This was our first night in London..many other choices we must try. read more

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Such winning ambience at this traditional bistro near Trafalgar Square and the theatre district. Be sure to ask to sit downstairs in the cozy little rooms! Standouts we're the escargot and the absolutely scrumptious confit of duck. The cafe gourmand is a great way to try small samples of all their wonderful desserts. Service is very welcoming. read more

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Food was very good. Service was very bad. Glasses on the table but had to ask for water. Server wanted our food order before asking for our drink order. Then we waited. And waited. Asked server how our entrees were coming? He said our ticket never got to the kitchen. So we waited a bit longer. Had to ask for another drink and more water. The servers were not attentive at all.Food was verygood and priced reasonably. read more

One of the last independent restaurants in London. The workers are very warm and the food is delicious Everything about this place just makes you feel very comfortable and at home in a chaotic part of London. read more

The fondue is a heated up brie round. Not the traditional heated pot so you must eat it quickly. The fois gras was a cold terrine and was just ok, nothing special. The French onion soup was also not traditional no heated melted cheese lid just some sprinkle of cheese and a toast to dip. It was decent. My friends mussels were surprisingly dry like next to no sauce but the table next to us was very saucy so I guess they got all the juicy goodness instead of us. (They came out at the same time.) Overall we had a nice meal because of the friends we made there. read more

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The environment was appealing, the upper floor is nicely decorated and in the lower floor you can sit in a mini, semiprivate room. However, the food was a different story. Starting off we were brought a breadbasket with cold bread , and an onion soup that wasn't very proper French. It had way too many spices and tasted stale. Afterwards, the main dishes took way too long to arrive. The beef bourgignon was very salty and the steak bland. There was no exceptional service and they had required service fee... Tips shouldn't ever be required. I would not recomend this place. read more

Small-scale cafe serving bistrot food, Inoffensive in every way. Not comfortable or luxurious.

Wanted this place to be so good based on the reviews and it was just OK. When you are in London and have the opportunity to try various gourmet restaurants without the price tag, having a so so meal is disappointing!!! The Pate was one of the worst I have ever tried in my life. The muscles were OK but nothing flavorful and the soup was bland and tasted mostly like a creamy broth. Salmon was nothing major and was just a meal. We didn't have drinks so I can't comment on it... Will try other restaurants in the area next... read more

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Atmosphere: this quaint French bistro is tucked on a side street off of Trafalgar Square. They have a ton of seating with a basement area. The hostess took us downstairs to a dimly lit stone brick walled cellar with such a nice European dining flair. Food: our table tried the Escargot, my first time having it, but it was amazing a molten snail that tasted of mushroom, garlic, and butter 8.5/10. We all got a French Onion Soup which we were craving upon entering. It was great, the flavor of the broth was a semi bold onion and red wine blend. The Gruyère cheese was not that melty and shaved in flakes rather than on the crostini 7.5/10. My main course was the Mussels with Fries- this dish was an incredible portion of probably 100 mussels, but despite the size they were absolutely creamy and delectable. The broth had a real subtle flavor so dipping the frites did not hold much flavor, but drinking the broth while eating the fries works great. I ate every late bite 9.5/10 read more

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If you love French food, avoid this place because you will be horrified by what these people do to classic dishes. Let's start with the onion soup. This actually is a dish that takes care and skill to create. There was none here. Instead of the cheese being melted over the soup, hot and bubbling, it was thrown on top of a thick slice of bread and thrown into the soup. The bread was thick so you had to pick it up with your hands, so that was a mess. The broth lacked any flavor whatsoever. The onions were improperly cooked. Instead of being soft and beautifully caramelized, they were raw and crunchy. I bit down on something hard. Someone left a bay leaf in the soup. Now on to the next disaster, bouef bourguignon. When it comes to the table it looks like soup, and in fact, they serve it with a spoon. It tastes as watery and flavorless as it looks. There were several pieces of fatty, undercooked bacon floating around. The potatoes were so bland, even a hefty dose of salt could not save them. The carrots were so overcooked, they were practically disintegrated. There is no reason to go here. None. read more

I went here for my 26h birthday in London and it was wonderfully cozy and warm food that made me feel fuzzy inside. The flavor was all there. Excellent quality food, ambiance and service, traditional french dishes. LOVE THIS PLACE. read more

Short Review: Yes. Yes. Yes. Get your arses in here quickly! One of the best authentic French restaurants I've been to. Every member of the staff, including the chef, is French. Food is not too rich, wide selection of wines, great ambiance, and very friendly and attentive staff. Highly recommend. Long Review: Thank God they have a 4-seat bar downstairs! Otherwise, my walk-in during the dinner hour would not have been accepted. They were, of course, completely booked. Nestled in the middle of Covent Garden, this cute unapologetically French goldmine was absolutely amazing - from the service, to the wine, to the food, to the ambience. High recommend! read more

Marion, such a lovely host who greeted us at the door before we even entered and made our dinner experience more homely and friendly than we could have imagined it to be. In the hustle and bustle of Covent Garden it's hard to believe that a gem like this exist- a beautiful French restaurant with 30 years of history. We were seated upstairs which itself was beautiful, dark and romantic, containing less than 10 tables which made it very cosy to be in. But when we return we must remember to request for a seat downstairs as it was another world down there, discovering it as I was making my way down the rustic metal spiral staircase to the toilets. It was like a barrel cellar area, low ceiling with little booth for diners to sit in with a bit more privacy. It was extremely romantic. I like a host that is decisive and confidence enough to suggest us wines when we asked for her choice and that was exactly what Marion did. We left it to her and I can honestly say for me who doesn't usually like wine, she made a very good choice, fruity full-bodied red wine that had a nice smooth aftertaste. It was a great pairing with my Cassoulet De Toulouse hence why she chose it. But before we started our mains we both shared a cheese fondue cooked with white wine and herbs - for two to share. It was incredible, runny, smooth and creamy full of flavour with the added wine and herbs. Although my favourite part had to be the harden bits around the edge that was stringy and slightly elastic with an intense cheese flavour. We were given slices of baguettes to accompany it and was even offered more after we finished- very generous. Where I ordered the Cassoulet De Toulouse which consisted of lingot beans served with duck, sausages and pork my boyfriend ordered his most loved Boeuf Bourguignon. My main was lovely, beautiful slow cooked succulent duck and pork belly which went extremely well with the lingot beans. But the flavours could not compare to my boyfriend's Boeuf Bourguignon. Where my dish was cooked in a very light refreshing tomato flavour it was that rich beef stock in red wine in the Boeuf Bourguignon that won me over. The beef in the Boeuf Bourguignon was tender, chunky, mixed with halved potatoes which could have been of a more fluffy variety but still very pleasant. The broth also had a nice sweetness from the carrots. It was a bit runny but there was a lot of depth and really flavourful. If I wasn't so full I would have got some bread to dish up the rest of the sauce. Overall it was a beautiful meal. Sadly the prices does remind you you're in a tourist area as the prices for mains vary from £12.50- £24.95.There is also a 2 course set menu available at £13.50 with the choice of onglet or moules as your main for those who are looking for a fairer price. Even with the high prices, in return you do get a very unique experience, homely french cooking in a old lively French restaurant conveniently located next to Covent Garden. I will definitely be back for sure even if it is to see our host again, Marion who made our day. It would be great to try out the other dishes too and get a chance to visit the seating area downstairs. A great discovery and looking forward to our next visit :). read more

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I came here for dinner after taking my mum shopping nearby. My mum's really hard to please so I had my fingers crossed because Le Garrick has been around forever and it reminds me of my favourite bistro in Paris. We ordered a salmon fillet with ratatouille, and a duck confit with minted beans. Both were delicious. Cooked perfectly, with just a little bit of twist to make it magical. Wine pairings were great. Our waiter was really friendly and patient with us. We were both grateful to have had such a wonderful meal after walking around central all afternoon on a hot summer's day. The dessert menu looked great too but we opted to go across the street to get gelato instead. I'd be happy to go back next time I'm need of dinner in the area. read more

Candle-lit restaurants with that old-fashioned smoky, sexy kind of charm have always appealed to me. They beckon and entice me in. I relax more in a restaurant that doesn't have glary lights; I feel myself kicking back and genuinely glowing, in the glow of it all! Le Garrick is one of those. Been there forever, and forever I have heard it calling to me, but never slowed down long enough to listen. Until recently that is, when my friend and I were in Covent Garden, craving somewhere charming, cosy and French. 'Oh, that'll be Le Garrick', and off we went. It's lovely, in that old fashioned, unpretentious lovely French kinda way. The staff are fun, sexy and, FRENCH (sexy by default then really) and they bob about happily, taking it all in their stride. The décor, effortlessly stylish, is rustic and pleasantly unrefined - wooden floors and chairs, exposed brick and boudoir wallpaper. The candle light hides any imperfections, for which I am grateful too. The food is as you'd expect from a French Brasserie - no surprises, just all the old staples, the epitome of French cooking. We tucked in to Coquilles St Jacques - seared scallops which were perfectly cooked, bouncy and succulent - and Cassolette de calamar à la plancha au piment d'espelette - calamari in the most exquisite, intensely rich, decadent, sweet buttery sauce with ginger, coriander and chilli. I have no words to really do this sauce justice, only to say that, had I been at home I would have undoubtedly licked the bowl clean. Subsequently, I ate far too much French bread, mopping up every last drop. Rib-eye and frites, an old brasserie dependable, was as good as any; and beef Bourguignon was unctuous and plentiful with another sauce to blow your mind. Aromatic, more'ish and deeply satisfying - another bowl-licker! Meanwhile, we enjoyed a rather quaffable 2007 Gevrey Chambertin, mindful not to quaff too quickly. And as the candles flickered, and the place gently hummed with mellifluous background noise, for just a moment I imagined I was in my favourite city in the world - Paris, in a 1940's foxy full skirted dress, with my French lover, Benoît, smoking and drinking Vermouth. I blink and it's gone. But what a lovely evening it has been, avec mon amis, Jeremy. read more

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We came here pre-theater with plenty of time to spare but we were seated on the street level which is not as intimate as the lower level nor as large. While others have noted the décor is nice and old-fashioned, the upstairs gave you the feeling of not being near anything except the hustle and bustle of the street. The waiters were French and spoke perfect English with their French accents, and the service was just fine, they were quite friendly too. The food was rather uninspiring. The French onion soup was a dish any self-respecting French chef would have been embarrassed to serve. The gruyere cheese was not so much melted on top under a broiler as it was simply dumped into the soup. A couple of unmelted pieces that had fallen to the plate underneath the bowl (it was coarsely grated) tasted like they had been sitting in the refrigerator too long and had blended with smelly old food. The cheese itself lacked flavor. The crusty bread on top had also fallen into the soup. The soup broth was fair, and the onions inside were fine. The steak frites was also just fair. The steak had suffered from a bit of the fat flaming back up into it, which gives you that greasy burnt gasoline taste. The frites were very skinny and decently cooked but unsalted. Weird. So I salted them. I did not taste the beef bourgignon but judging from Yelpers pictures, it looks like the sauce is a bit light and runny. Unfortunately this was the only French restaurant near our theater. Ah well, it filled us up. read more

Welcome to London my parents! To celebrate them being here, we decided to go see a show, very traditional middle class way of entertaining parents isn't it? Of course the problem with this is you have to find somewhere early to eat that serves quickly enough. Now I know what you're thinking, why not have something to eat after the show? Ingenious, but then of course that assumes that my mum isn't complaining about how her feet hurt and she's tired. So, thinking ahead, I booked a nice looking French restaurant in covent garden near to the theatre. Mum is of course picky and now on (another) diet so I thought French would suit this quite well - not too heavy and she can feel continental, fulfilling more middle class desires of hers. So along we went to Le Garrick. First impressions were nice location and good decor; Very shabby chic, iron staircase going into the basement where there were carefully placed tables in really interesting nooks and crannies. Of course they did that annoying thing of trying to squeeze in one too many tables so that everyone felt a bit awkward when moving their chair to go to the loo. You move back your chair carefully so you don't make that scraping sound on the floor and you accidentally hit the table behind you sending soup everywhere. Thankfully that didn't happen to me.. This time!! Typical prices, ranging from 12 - 18 quid. I had duck in orange sauce with wilted greens, which was a bit sweet and had rind in the sauce, not great. But the duck was nicely cooked so some points there. Dad had beef bourguignon which looked nice, although it probably should have been served in a deeper bowl. Mum had grilled lamb shank and ratatouille, which in her middle class way was described as distinctly average. All in all an average meal, nice service and good place. But around Covent Garden, there's better out there. read more

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Authentic French restaurant in the center of London.. the food and service is good..nice ambience too

The duck was magnificent. The French Fries were too. My wife had mussels which she said were very good. Somewhat small portions, at least for the duck. But overall the food was great. The wait staff was friendly and efficient. Great experience. read more

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Really enjoyed this place. The staff were friendly and our waitress was fun. Started with the foie gras which was very good and then the rib eye with the fries. Everything tasted great and was well prepared. We really wanted to stay for dessert but had to rush off for another booking. If I lived here I would definitely frequent this place. It had a quaint neighborhood vibe even though it's right around all the theatres. read more

Great experience. First off the staff is awesome. Everyone from the bartenders to the servers really did a great job. We sat downstairs in one of the coves and it was very cool. It is a little tight in there but still cool. The food was all very good. I ordered the steak. The french fries were especially good. The wine was also spot on but it is expected at a french place. Definitely a cool place. I would recommend read more

Lovely unimposing French restaurant located in Covent Garden. Romantic, dimly-lit, cozy ambiance... great service... charming French accent... super delicious boeuf bourguignon with a perfectly matching delicate Malbec... perfectly flaky whole bass... all so satisfying that life might seem like one light French evening out. read more

I came here with my mother for a nice break from your traditional British cuisine. I have the beef bourgogne and it was great! I wish they didn't have "packets" of butter though...just seems a little lazy to me and not befitting of the rustic French restaurant that it is. read more

* Amazing food, check. * Amazing service, check. * Amazing night, check. First things first: make reservations, preferably with a group of 6 - 8 and ask for one of the lovely 'booths' downstairs. Second, order wine, tap water (yes, extra star for service) and look at the menu. You notice that it's French Classics? You've noticed well! Beautiful Foie Gras, Moules Marinieres, succulent duck confit, baby chicken and the list goes on and on and on. I must say, I was very impressed that 1) the service was quick and friendly, 2) the food came quite quickly, and 3) cooked to perfection. Let me explain why: we were with a large group ( 9 people), we came in at peak hour (8 PM) on a very busy Friday night. Located in Covent Garden, you'd expect lots of tourists and stunning prices. Nope, not here. Good food and not too expensive, even for London standards. Tip: apparently, they also do live music.... read more

My sisters and I were staying at St. Martins and stumbled on Le Garrick quite by chance ...what a great find! We were seated in the basement, it was a Little bit dark at first, but in a few minutes you get 'adjusted' to your surroundings. I got the Moules Marinieres which was very good. Older sis got the Calamari in spicy sauce, the portion was small, the flavor anything but small! Younger sis got the Merguez sausages which were phenomenal! Absolutely loved the food and the service. read more

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I actually think Le Garrick deserves 4.5 stars. Clearly that's not an option, so I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt. The food is consistently good (not great) and affordable. The same could be said for the wine list. And the service. So why so high? Atmosphere. There's no place in central London so good at fighting off the chill from a cold, damp evening (the seasonally available fondue starter is particularly good for this purpose). And considering how many cold, damp evenings there are in London, that's not a quality that's easily dismissed. The downstairs dining room, with its soft lighting and brick arches, is warm and comforting. Having lived a short walk from Le Garrick for two years, I also became a quick fan of the fact that it's not overrun by the zombie tourists that roam Covent Garden--a further benefit of hiding most of the seating downstairs. read more

This is an adorable little (3.5 star) French restaurant on Garrick Street. It is not white tablecloth, and not as expensive as other similar French restaurants. The ambience is great, the service is friendly, and the food is lovely. The bread with the French butter was a great way to start the meal. We ordered the foie gras as our appetizer which was, of course, amazing. Until this point, I think this place would have definitely received a 4 star review. However, the salmon that I ordered as my main course left much to be desired. I also tried a bite of the moules marinières (mussels), which were great! Other than the salmon, it was a great dining experience and I would recommend it as a solid place to eat if you are in the area. read more

I was immediately heartened by the upbeat and very friendly French hostess and waitress that attended to us. That was tempered when we were brought downstairs, as basement rooms in london restaurants can be stiffling and dank. But not here! Although certainly tight, it's a comforting catacomb of warmth and character, with arches and lanterns everywhere making cozy hideaways for group tables and a live musician who expertly played the blues on the mike. The food was a very fair price for really nice French bistro food.. we had a range of what was on offer and it was all a cut above. The bubbly waitress brought bottles of a wonderfully peppery syrah, and kept pace with our slight obnoxiousness, and we bounced out of there full of good food and wine and spirit. read more

This restaurant represents the 4 Star and '££' category very well. i.e it punches above its weight. i went a few years back and sat downstairs in their cellar style dining room complete with all the nooks and crannies, its a beautiful cosy restaurant. This time we sat upstairs in the smaller dining room to catch the last of the days sunshine. My wife has the Boeuf Bourguignon and i had the Duck a l'Orange. The Bourguignon was excellent. The Duck a l'Orange was good but it wasn't to my palates taste. i asked the waiter to suggest a more savory style suggestion but she was quite convincing that she liked this duck better. anyway next time will get the duck confit! read more

What I can I say, but magnificent! The escargot was unbelievable. Service equally exquisite.

This sweet little restaurant is actually a real gem. We were sat downstairs which is very snug but in a cosy homely way! They've got the mood just right with candlelit tables and old fashioned decor and the menu has a great selection. We shared the fondue to start and I have duck in orange sauce for my main both of which were exquisite and my creme brûlée dessert was the best I've had in a while! The staff looked after us really well and were all lovely, and the complimentary shot at the end of the meal really did remind me of being in France! Recommend. read more

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Great staff, great food! Went here for my cousins birthday celebration (nice quiet dinner somewhere we've never been before). I stumbled upon Le Garrick on the internet and the place itself beat my expectation with it's intimate setting (love the underground area!) and friendly staff. As this was a year ago, I don't remember what I had but the duck come to mind! Whatever it is , I know it tasted good as I recommended the restaurant to friends straight away. With it being in London, do expect a higher price for what you order. It came out to be about £25-30 a head which for good food and a special occasion can be compromised , still not bad. Book first though! read more

Beautiful little brasserie serving French bistro fare in a quaintly setting. Big windows, amber lighting (good for dates), and joyful, friendly staff. They offer your standard bisfro fare of various steaks-- onglette, entrecot-- a fish of the day, mussels, and surprisingly, vegetarian dishes outside of the usual dreary mushroom risotto (£9.95). On my most recent visit I sampled the quinoa and roasted vegetable dish which was excellent. Fresh and full of flavour, it wasn't just some lame runner-up to the rest of the menu as is frequently the case in French places. Pricing is moderate, with most mains costing in the mid-teens range and wines between £21 - 48. Upstairs the seating is a bit cosy but fine.....the real highlight is downstairs. Creep down the spiral staircase and encounter what feels like a speakeasy: low, vaulted ceilings, tables for 4 or 6 people each ensconced in their own little area. Overall a nice choice for a chilled dinner experience. read more

Happy staff, high-quality French food and a lovely restaurant with a great underground section (looks infinitely more cosy than the upstairs seating area). This place isn't for super fat people as the tables and chairs are teeny weeny - we had to squeeze in next to a drunk group of four women for our romantic meal for two, and it was quite hard to hear anything other than their cackling away. I think as long as you strike lucky with your table (maybe ask for on the tables further away from other diners) this place could easily hit 5*. read more

Unpretentious little gem that serves decent French food without fuss in the heart of theatreland. It might be easier to write a list of things the Gartick isn't: not posh, not a chain, not swanky, not expensive (assuming you can afford a theatre ticket), not full of drunk hedge fund managers. But that would do it a disservice. Le Garrick is really pleasant find, serving perfectly decent French food in the friendly but still slightly aloof manner that the French seem to have mastered. The salads are simple, the Onglet steak very nice with skinny French fries (of course). Not foodie fare, but very good. If you're looking for a nice place to grab a bite sitting down, where you can hear your friends, and not have to worry that a whopping bill is going to land at the end, go here. Recommend. read more

Fantastic food, friendly staff and an amazing location (make sure you ask to sit downstairs, which is an old converted cellar). Le Garrick fries are the best in London IMHO! read more

Awesome service and food with great French music. Gentiana was the host and very friendly.

I love this place. - First, for the building itself: intimate, full of history (1860's), an interior with alcoves, stone walls, corners & small areas,... - Second, for the food which is really good & tasty. Service is also great and the staff very friendly. You feel really well looked after all the way. A wide range of wine to choose from and some good recommendations from the staff. Would highly recommend it for a romantic dinner. This is not an expensive restaurant for some good quality french cuisine. read more