Ronnie Scott's Bar
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Bar Classic Intimate Literary
Ronnie Scott's
Soho
$$$
Frith Street's 1959 jazz room, the canonical London jazz club, two sets a night, low ceiling, red lamps
Bar Editor's Pick
The French House
Dean Street's no-music, no-mobiles holdout, the Soho the audience first read about in the 80s
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed May 2026
Soho |
$$ Mid-range for Bar
| 12:00 - 23:00 (Mon-Sat), 12:00 - 22:30 (Sun)
| Last reviewed: May 2026 The Dean Street pub Charles de Gaulle drank in during the war, then Francis Bacon and Lucian Freud after it, then the entire post-war Soho literary set. The rules of the house, no music, no televisions, no mobile phones, half-pints only at the bar, have not shifted. The dining room above runs a small, properly-cooked menu of European classics. The crowd that wants Soho without the Devonshire queue comes here.
Editor's Tip
Half-pints only at the bar, house rule since 1914. No mobile phones, no music. Dining room upstairs takes bookings; ground floor walk-in only. Closed early on Sundays.
At a Glance
- View
- Street Scene, London Skyline
Views & Setting
View Type
Street Scene, London Skyline
View Quality
Good
Indoor Terrace
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about The French House, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is The French House?
The French House is located in Soho, London, 49 Dean Street, Soho, London W1D 5BG.
What are the opening hours of The French House?
The French House is open 12:00 - 23:00 (Mon-Sat), 12:00 - 22:30 (Sun).
What is The French House best for?
The French House is especially popular for Drinks, Friends, Long Lunch.
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