Saint Jacques

Name: Saint Jacques
Address: 5 St. James's Street, London, United Kingdom, SW1A 1EF
Telephone: 020 7930 2030
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

607 Reviews

£41 and over

French

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2 people

Jan 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

Good for business meals
Charming
Good for special occasions

Richard Weiss, iconic restaurateur and sommelier, returns to London’s West End with Saint Jacques restaurant. A relaxed and discrete chic bistro setting, Saint Jacques makes the perfect venue for breakfast, a convivial lunch, early evening cocktail or intimate dinner to savour.

Bringing new life to St James’s with classic French dishes and modern creations, the Saint Jacques seasonal menu blends tradition and innovation to suit all tastes – from Richard’s legendary tableside prepared Steak Tartare to a decadent fondant au chocolat.

Saint Jacques’ interior amalgamates the characteristics of a warm traditional brasseries with a vibrant and fresh aesthetic. Key features include the light and airy main dining area, where the clean and organic design coupled with the floral artwork complements the local and seasonal ingredients used. Our French windows then open onto our courtyard, a tranquil oasis of a kind rarely found in Central London.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
French
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–9:45 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:15 am Dinner Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
020 7930 2030
Website
http://www.saintjacquesrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Offering an intimate atmosphere and cosy feel, our oak-panelled private dining room can comfortably seat up to 40 guests or be the perfect place for a Drinks & Canapés reception for up to 70 people.

Location
5 St. James's Street, London, SW1A 1EF
Neighbourhood
St. James's
Cross Street
5 St James's street
Parking details
None
Public transit
Green Park tube station
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

What 607 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

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West End (London)
Good for business meals
West End (London)
French

Review summary

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Saint Jacques offers a "genuine French bistro" experience with "authentic delicious French food" and "outstanding service." Known for its "perfect execution" of classic dishes like steak tartare and soufflé, the restaurant provides a "refined yet comfortable" ambiance. Its "reasonably priced" wine list and "impeccable hospitality" make it a must-visit for French cuisine lovers.

607 Reviews

R
Rosemary and John
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We keep returning to St Jacques and will continue to do so. In our opinion, the best French restaurant in London.
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Patrick
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience, highly recommended. Great wine selection as well
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Simon
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great time by all. Food was excellent. Recommend steak tatare, crepes and tart tatin
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Michael
VIP
London
47 reviews
5.0
47 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
On a cold Monday evening in January it’s hard to produce an atmosphere in a half empty restaurant. Credit to the staff and kitchen for maintaining their high standards of service and style. Excellent French cuisine highlights being the tempura Monkfish and chocolate fondant. Lovely wine list.
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Clifford
VIP
Buckinghamshire
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautifully prepared scallops and delicious pheasant dish Excellent food and service and good wine list
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Sarah
London
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely welcome and very attentive service. Authentic delicious French food. Great pre theatre choice.Well balanced menu of Meat, fish and veggie options
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William
VIP
London
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Jacques is a rarity, a genuine French bistro where all the staff are actually French, and the cooking as well! Perfect for a business lunch or lunch with old friends with plenty of great wine!
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Jonathan
Warwickshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. It is refreshing to eat somewhere where you can relax and hear your companions. Although the restaurant was full, there was sufficient space between tables to be able to enjoy the evening.
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Leighton
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An annual Christmas tradition, this is a superb place for a festive dinner or lunch. Such a lovely and professional restaurant manager and team with impeccable hospitality. Some truly statement dishes.
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David
VIP
London
101 reviews
5.0
101 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From arrival to departure we were looked after. Despite a large party having Christmas celebrations we were served promptly and courteously. It was refreshing to have a dog friendly restaurant in Central London as well. Food was classically French and excellent
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Saint Jacques is rated 4.8 stars by 607 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 20 times today

5 St. James's Street, London, SW1A 1EF

Additional information

Cross Street
5 St James's street
Neighbourhood
St. James's
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–9:45 pm Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–10:15 am Dinner Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Green Park tube station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://www.saintjacquesrestaurant.com/
Phone number
020 7930 2030
Private party facilities
Offering an intimate atmosphere and cosy feel, our oak-panelled private dining room can comfortably seat up to 40 guests or be the perfect place for a Drinks & Canapés reception for up to 70 people.

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