33 French Restaurants near Clerkenwell London

We found 33 French restaurants within 1 miles 1 miles of Clerkenwell London

Originally taking its name from the Clerks’ Well in Farringdon Lane, this south-western part of Islington benefited greatly from the industrial revolution and quickly became a hub for distilleries, pubs and breweries. These hospitality roots have remained strong and Clerkenwell is now a thriving hub for pubs, restaurants and cafes. Whether you are looking for a Michelin-starred meal or a casual bite, Clerkenwell is home to some of the city’s best restaurants and a sprinkling of hidden gems that are just waiting to be discovered. If you are looking to book your next restaurant in Clerkenwell then use our directory to help you find the perfect spot, our filters allow you to narrow your search by price, cuisine and ambience.

French Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
French Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
French Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
French Restaurants near Clerkenwell London
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The Midland Grand Dining Room
The Midland Grand Dining Room
The Midland Grand Dining Room
The Midland Grand Dining Room
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The Midland Grand Dining Room

King's Cross, NW1 2AR
0.8 miles
Gold £50 - £79FrenchModern European
What we think
"The west wing of the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel used to belong to Marcus Wareing’s The Gilbert Scott, but these vast gothic halls are home to ..." Read our full review
Found Bar & Restaurant – St Paul's

Found Bar & Restaurant – St Paul's

City of London, EC4M 7AA
0.9 miles
£30 - £49BarsFrenchInternationalModern European
What we think
"This newcomer to the City’s ever-growing foodie scene opened aiming to bring a sense of mystery and wonder to the capital. Found is part of Lost ..." Read our full review
Bellanger
*100 Points

Bellanger

Islington, N1 2XH
0.7 miles
Silver £30 - £49French
Bellanger is part of The Wolseley Hospitality Group that also includes big names like The Wolseley, The Delaunay and Brasserie Zédel. Each restaurant ... Find out more

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The Midland Grand Dining Room
Kings Cross, London, NW1 2AR
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Bellanger
Islington, London, N1 2XH
100 Points

100 Points

For all diners any day, every time
Brasserie Blanc Chancery Lane
Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1PP
La Muse at Le Chapeau Cloche

La Muse at Le Chapeau Cloche

Islington, N1 0QY
0.8 miles
£50 - £79BarsFrenchWine Bars
Based in the heart of Islington, Le Chapeau Cloche is part hair salon, part cocktail bar, featuring a hidden basement speakeasy called La Muse. A visit to L ... Find out more
The Coach Clerkenwell

The Coach Clerkenwell

Clerkenwell, EC1R 3DJ
0.2 miles
Bronze £30 - £49BritishFrenchGastropub
The Coach Clerkenwell is one of a group of pubs taken under the experienced wing of former Racine head chef, Henry Harris. Under his guise,&n ... Find out more
Le Café du Marché

Le Café du Marché

Barbican, EC1M 6DX
0.5 miles
Bronze £50 - £79French
What we think
"Le Café du Marché has been around for 30-odd years and there’s “no risk of it changing” any time soon. If you loved it ..." Read our full review
Paris Bar

Paris Bar

Farringdon, EC1A 2BP
0.7 miles
£30 - £49FrenchModern EuropeanSteak
Located in the heart of Farringdon, Paris Bar is a Parisian-style bar and restaurant serving creative cocktails, premium wines and a French-leaning menu foc ... Find out more
La Ferme Farringdon

La Ferme Farringdon

London, EC1R 3EA
0.2 miles
Bronze £30 - £49French
What we think
"If you take the view that a restaurant’s clientele is a good indication of the authenticity of the experience to come, then the fact that this cu ..." Read our full review
Emmanuelle

Emmanuelle

Clerkenwell, EC1R 4SX
0.3 miles
£30 - £49FrenchPersianWine Bars
Clerkenwell wine bar Emmanuelle comes from chef, restaurateur and sommelier Yuma Hashemi - he’s the man behind the much-loved Drunken Butler, and in f ... Find out more
Le Mercury

Le Mercury

islington, N1 1QY
0.9 miles
£30 - £49French
What we think
"‘Perfectly executed French food at incredible prices’ is the satisfied report from one of many customers who have frequented this unpretent ..." Read our full review
Cloth

Cloth

Farringdon, EC1A 7JQ
0.6 miles
£30 - £49BritishFrenchModern European
A new restaurant popping up in Farringdon this spring, Cloth is a wine bar and restaurant combo that is led by two friends, and wine importers, Joe Haynes a ... Find out more
Café Rouge - St Pauls

Café Rouge - St Pauls

City of London, EC4M 8AY
1.0 miles
£50 - £79French
With a combination of delicious food, great wines and a real ambience, Café Rouge has embodied the style and je ne sais quoi of French dining since i ... Find out more
Noble Rot Lamb's Conduit

Noble Rot Lamb's Conduit

Bloomsbury, WC1N 3NB
0.6 miles
Silver £30 - £49BritishFrenchWine Bars
What we think
"There’s something soothing about a visit to Noble Rot. As London restaurants become spendier and more glamorous by the month, Noble Rot feels mor ..." Read our full review
Brasserie Blanc Chancery Lane
*100 Points

Brasserie Blanc Chancery Lane

London, WC2A 1PP
0.8 miles
£30 - £49French
What we think
"Pitched in the heart of London’s legal district, this branch of Raymond Blanc’s user-friendly brasserie chain is spread over two levels, wi ..." Read our full review
Chez Mal at Malmaison

Chez Mal at Malmaison

Barbican, EC1M 6AH
0.5 miles
Bronze £50 - £79BrasserieFrenchSteak
What we think
"Chez Mal mixes French brasserie cool with beefy New York glamour, combining urban style with a touch of Moulin Rouge and a sprinkling of Las Vegas glit ..." Read our full review
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A popular area for creative businesses, smart apartment blocks and independent shops, Clerkenwell is an area of London that is filled with perfect places to eat. If it’s food on-the-go you are searching for then Leather Lane Market - with its stalls of street food - will be the ideal spot for you. Exmouth Market is the place where you will find the ideal quaint cafe - dotted along the car-free street amongst quirky independent shops, as well as a twice-weekly food market. Those looking for fine dining experiences in Clerkenwell will be excited to discover both Michelin-star and fine dining restaurants also have a home in the area. Along with plenty of great quality pubs offering traditional menus and locally brewed ales. Explore our directory of the best places to eat in Clerkenwell.