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Where to Eat the Finest French Food in London

18/04/2023

On the search for somewhere special to celebrate? Perhaps you’re looking to impress a significant other with some fine dining, or you’re on reservation duty when it comes to organising a family meal? Or maybe you want to expand your culinary palette and put your knowledge to the test when it comes to the world of wine? Whatever the occasion, the Galvin brothers have the solution with their family-run collection of restaurants – two of which are located here at Spitalfields. 

 

Galvin La Chapelle 

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Set in a grade II listed 19th century former school chapel, Galvin La Chapelle is the epitome of fine dining. With the team recently celebrating retaining its Michelin Star for another year, guests will not only be dazzled with the food, interiors and location (shameless plug), the five-star service provided by the dedicated sommeliers and waiting staff ensures a night to remember. 

The menu itself reflects the decades of culinary experience of critically acclaimed brothers Chris and Jeff Galvin and perfectly complements the charm and character of its setting, with dishes such as Miso caramelised cod with wild garlic fregola and Gariguette strawberry soufflé. 

 

 

 

 

 

Galvin Bistrot & Bar 

Reflecting both the style and aesthetic of the iconic French bistros of Paris, the small but mighty menu at Galvin Bistrot & Bar has been carefully curated by Head Chef Joe Albina to offer diners a taste of authentic French cuisine in a beautifully relaxing ambiance. Reservations for drinks-only bookings are on a walk-in basis, so swing by and relax with a pint of crisp, Pilsner Urquell available on draft on the outdoor terrace or make a booking to tuck into delicious, seasonal small plates. 

 

 

 

It doesn’t get fresher than this! 

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The kitchen team, led by Chris Galvin, speak to their suppliers every day to ensure only use the ripest, freshest food is used in each dish. This means menus can change frequently, depending on availability of produce and seasonality – as if you needed another reason to return! 

Both Galvin Bistrot & Bar and Galvin La Chapelle uphold the same high standards as the rest of the award-winning restaurants, with a commitment to working with incredible farmers, fisherman, winemakers, game suppliers and cheese makers and supporting local businesses. 

 

 

 

 

 

Dates for the diary

Not only does Spring bring the return of the famous Galvin wine dinners, both restaurants are planning menus fit for a king (literally) next month to celebrate the Coronation. Visit the ‘What’s On’ page here to secure your booking for all upcoming dinners and drinks here at Spitalfields. 

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