At The French Exit, it feels like you’re stepping into a bustling bistro in France. It’s from the Anyday Group – a restaurant team known for its transformative dining experiences. Across its seven venues (Agnes, Bianca, Honto, Same Same, Los, Idle, Golden Avenue), there’s a strong sense of escapism that makes each spot feel special. And this one’s no exception.

The menu goes long on French classics. Expect plates like steak tartare with pommes gaufrettes; escargot; and a whole duck served à l’orange. There are also regional French dishes you don’t see as often – Toulouse sausage with peas à la Française, for example. Desserts follow suit: you might find cooked-to-order madeleines and burnt butter whipped cream; or a classic crème brûlée.

The space carries a sense of grandeur that harks back to another era. Tan leather banquettes feature heavily, brass bar stools frame an imported bar, and wine bottles line the walls. Tables are packed tightly together, lending the room an unmistakeable sense of energy and possibility, as at the best Parisian bistros.