Factory House

Bars, British·
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Bronze Award
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SquareMeal Review of Factory House

Bronze Award

Opposite the Lloyds building in historic Leadenhall Market, this outpost of the Davy’s chain is kitted out with workshop-style tables, glass lamps, buttoned upholstery and other recycled Victoriana, plus some discreet booths resembling railway compartments for those who want to escape the hubbub. Food-wise, the focus is on two Josper grills, which knock out everything from spit-roasted game birds and baby chicken with paprika glaze to 28 day-aged rib-eye steaks, burgers, bangers and BBQ plaice on the bone with seaweed butter. Veggies aren’t ignored, either, with the likes of halloumi skewers and superfood salads assuaging meat-free appetites. As expected, there are plenty of affordable wines on the trademark Davy’s list (including lots by the glass), while cocktail fans can sip jazzed-up classics while grazing on modish small plates. “Always up to standard – never disappointed”, says one fan.

Good to know

Average Price
££££ - £30 - £49
Cuisines
Bars, British
Food Hygiene Rating

Location

37 Leadenhall Place, City of London, London, EC3M 7AA

020 7929 4590 020 7929 4590

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Opening Times

Mon-Wed 7:30am-11pm, Thu-Fri 7:30am-12am

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7 Reviews 
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Service
Atmosphere
Value

GRAHAM A

17 April 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 4
Value 5

I had lunch with clients and we all agreed that the starters and steaks were very good indeed. The staff were also friendly and very efficient. I will definitely be going back again.

Karen L

29 September 2022   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 4
Atmosphere 4
Value 5
Perfect after all

There was some confusion about my reservation made through square meal. The restaurant thought somehow that we wanted just coffee and not a meal. They did accommodate us. The meal was exceptional 

Holly G

10 November 2016  
Food & Drink 4
Service 4
Atmosphere 4
Value 4
Great Lunch
Never dissapointed with teh Davys chain - food is always up to standard and great service. Would recomend !

garry B

11 March 2015  
Food & Drink 4
Service 4
Atmosphere 3
Value 3.5
Casual lunch
Good service and food was also good. Pleasant although a little noisy.

Lidia S

11 February 2014  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 3.5
Value 3.5
Thank you Square Meal.
This was a great find of a nice place to eat. My partner and myself had a very good dinner at Factory House on a Monday night. Service was excellent, food expertly cooked and served promptly. Very comfortable dining room and very clean facilities. Bar area was busy and lively but background music was kept at a good level, allowing for conversation. It was through Square Meal's newsletter that I was able to find this venue in the vicinity of Fenchurch St. station. We are already planning to return and will recommend Factory House.

06 February 2014  
Food & Drink 2
Service 1
Atmosphere 3
Value 1.5
Would not bother at lunch time ....
Very simply, a restaurant that had terrible/slow service and half of what we ordered (there were 6 of us) they had run out of. Will not be wasting my time in future.

Jenni B

11 November 2013  
Food & Drink 3
Service 3.5
Atmosphere 1
Value 2.5
Nice place but absolutely no atmosphere
I was looking forward to trying the Factory House as its website and menu looked great, it is also a great location for work drinks and dinners so I was hoping to add it to a list of favourites. When I arrived I was shocked at how empty it was! Having beaten our way through a Leadenhall Market full of Friday night drinkers to get to it we descended down into the bar area which was pretty much deserted. It's a real shame as they have clearly spent a lot fitting it out to a high standard and the service was pretty good, the food was average which was surprising considering the chefs had very little else to do! Overall it was a disappointing evening which ended earlier than it should have done due to the uncomfortable atmosphere. Perhaps I caught it on a bad day but I wouldn't return in a hurry.
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