Dining
The 5 Best Restaurants in Farringdon
The best restaurants in Farringdon: where to eat well, chosen on merit.
In short: our top picks are Bleeding Heart, Comptoir Gascon and The Modern Pantry. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Farringdon straddles the City and Clerkenwell, and it eats accordingly: hidden French courtyards, Gascon bistros and inventive global cooking. These are the best restaurants in Farringdon.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Bleeding Heart | Farringdon | £££ |
| Comptoir Gascon | Farringdon | £££ |
| The Modern Pantry | Clerkenwell | £££ |
| Vinoteca Farringdon | Farringdon | £££ |
| Polpo Smithfield | Smithfield | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
Bleeding Heart
Why we pick itA romantic French restaurant in a historic courtyard tucked off Greville Street.
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Comptoir Gascon
Why we pick itA south-west French bistro and deli; duck, cassoulet and excellent wine.
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The Modern Pantry
Why we pick itAnna Hansen's inventive global fusion on St John's Square.
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Vinoteca Farringdon
Why we pick itA relaxed wine bar and kitchen with a brilliant list.
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Polpo Smithfield
Why we pick itVenetian small plates in a buzzy Smithfield room.
Before you book
It is busiest at weekday lunch; evenings are calmer and easier to book.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
Bleeding Heart is our editor's choice: A romantic French restaurant in a historic courtyard tucked off Greville Street. Bleeding Heart, Comptoir Gascon and The Modern Pantry lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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