Galvin Bistrot & Bar

4.5

225 Reviews

£25 and under

French

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

Galvin Bistrot & Bar is inspired by the Galvin brothers' passion for French bistrots and bars à vins.

Situated in Spital Square next door to their Michelin-starred Galvin La Chapelle, the bistrot and wine bar serves modern classic dishes and charcuterie artisanale in a relaxed setting.

Chris & Jeff Galvin have written a short menu of carefully sourced ingredients that is market driven and championing small growers.
The talented kitchen team produce modern classic dishes created using simple techniques, wood-fired oven and open grills.

From the charcuterie counter you can order artisanal cured meat with unpasteurised farmhouse cheeses for one or more to share, all perfectly matched with a selection of delicious wines available on tap or by the bottle.

The brewery-fresh Czech Pilsner, is housed in huge copper tanks above the bar.

During the summer month the terrace give the feel of a true Parisian sidewalk wher

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
French, British, Modern European
Hours of Operation
Food served Mon–Sat 11:45–14:30 Bar Mon–Sat 11:45–22:00 Lunch Sun 11:45–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:30–21:15
Phone number
020 7299 0404
Website
https://galvinrestaurants.com/restaurant-cocktail-bar-spitalfields-market-city-galvin-bistrot-bar/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Joe Albina
Private party facilities
The restaurant is available for exclusive hire for up to 60 guests seated and 150 guests standing. With its beautiful back garden, conservatory, front restaurant and terrace, Galvin Bistrot & Bar offers the ideal venue for birthday celebrations, corporate events, BBQ parties and Christmas gathering.

Location
35 Spital Square, London, E1 6DY
Area
Spitalfields
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Liverpool street Tube Station
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Experiences

3 Course Set Menu £33
£33.00 per person
Multiple dates available
We look forward to welcoming you at Galvin Bistrot & Bar for your three course set menu for £33.
3 Course Sunday Menu £39
£39.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Expect nothing less than a sumptuous 3-course menu featuring a classic Sunday Roast option crafted by our talented team. Menu Pricing: 2 courses: £33 3 courses: £39 We've also prepared a special children's menu priced at £14 for the little ones.
TASTE OF JANUARY
£35.00 per person
13 Jan 2025 - 22 Feb 2025
Step into one of London’s finest French restaurants, where quirky Parisian interiors meet the charm of a spacious terrace overlooking Old Spitalfields Market. Indulge in classic French cuisine paired with an exceptional wine list, all in an ambiance that embodies the spirit of France. This January, savor our exquisite four-course menu, a true celebration of seasonal flavors and culinary artistry. Available: 13th January – 23rd February (Excluding 25th January, 14th, 15th, and 16th February) Reservations are essential to secure your table for this exclusive dining experience. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the season in style.

What 225 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

East London
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Galvin Bistrot & Bar shines with its "superb food" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the delicious dishes and the welcoming atmosphere, making it a "must return" destination. While occasional service mishaps are noted, the overall experience remains positive, with "friendly and helpful" staff enhancing each visit.

225 Reviews

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Mary
London
36 reviews
4.0
36 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice bistro, good atmosphere and good food. Excellent service. A little bit more expensive but worth it.
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SIMON
VIP
London
54 reviews
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food with friendly service. We have eaten here a number of times and it has always been very good
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 16 December 2024
Hello Simon, Thank you for your 5-star feedback and we hope to welcome you back soon to make your next visit even more memorable. Warm regards, Galvin Team
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Chris
London
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
We went for the Beaujolais Nouveau evening: service was slow and the nouveau really wasn’t a great example but good atmosphere and fairly priced
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 28 November 2024
Hello Chris, Thank you for your feedback following your experience at our Beaujolais Nouveau evening. I’m sorry to hear that the service and wine did not fully meet your expectations, but I’m glad you enjoyed the atmosphere and found it fairly priced. We hope to welcome you back in the future for an even better experience. Kind regards, Helena
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Paul
Hertfordshire
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 15 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The set menu is very good value and excellent food
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 29 October 2024
Hello Paul, Thank you for sharing your 4-star review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Kind regards, Helena
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Grant
London
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food and service good, enjoyed the terrine and fish from the set menu. The accompanying wine, whilst reasonably priced, was rather acerbic.
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 29 October 2024
Hello Grant, Thank you for sharing your 4-star review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Kind regards, Helena
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Alex
London
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 12 September 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Portion sizes on pre theatre extraordinarily small, even with extra sides we left hungry.
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 16 September 2024
Hello Alex, Thank you for your feedback. I’m sorry to hear that the portion sizes on the set menu didn’t meet your expectations. We always aim to provide a satisfying dining experience, and your comments will be shared with our team to review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Galvin Bistrot&Bar team
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SIMON
VIP
London
54 reviews
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on 29 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very enjoyable meal. Good quality food at reasonable prices. Service was friendly and helpful
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 16 September 2024
Hello Simon, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your meal and appreciated the quality of the food and our friendly, helpful service. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Galvin Bistrot&Bar team
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David
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb food, lovely setting and great friendly service!
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 16 September 2024
Hello David, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a pleasure having you, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Galvin Bistrot&Bar team
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Mark
VIP
London
71 reviews
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on 22 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another superb restaurant. Recommended by OpenTable app. It was on my list but there it popped up as an Experience Option. The winner here was the staff. Experienced, professional, just what you want. The food was delicious. The overall effect made it a must return.
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 16 September 2024
Hello Mark, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience and that our team stood out to you. We're thrilled that the food and overall experience left such a positive impression, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Galvin Bistrot&Bar team
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
London
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on 23 July 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food is always reliable but the service on last two occasions has been lamentable. This last occasion was so poor it was almost funny. Wrong starter delivered and wrong main course.
Galvin Bistrot & BarResponded on 30 July 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. I'm sorry to hear about the issues you experienced with our service during your recent visits. This is certainly not the standard we strive for, and I apologize for the mistakes with your starter and main course. Your feedback is valuable, and we will address these issues with our team to ensure improvements are made. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best regards, Galvin Bistro&Bar team
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FAQs

Galvin Bistrot & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7299 0404.

Galvin Bistrot & Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 225 OpenTable diners.

Galvin Bistrot & Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

35 Spital Square, London, E1 6DY

Additional information

Area
Spitalfields
Hours of Operation
Food served Mon–Sat 11:45–14:30 Bar Mon–Sat 11:45–22:00 Lunch Sun 11:45–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:30–21:15
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
French, British, Modern European
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Liverpool street Tube Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Joe Albina
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
https://galvinrestaurants.com/restaurant-cocktail-bar-spitalfields-market-city-galvin-bistrot-bar/
Phone number
020 7299 0404
Private party facilities
The restaurant is available for exclusive hire for up to 60 guests seated and 150 guests standing. With its beautiful back garden, conservatory, front restaurant and terrace, Galvin Bistrot & Bar offers the ideal venue for birthday celebrations, corporate events, BBQ parties and Christmas gathering.

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Galvin Bistrot & Bar

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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3 Course Set Menu £33

3 Course Sunday Menu £39

TASTE OF JANUARY

Featured Items

Apéritif Maison£12.00

Baguette & Beurre de Barrate au Sel de Noirmoutier£4.75

Petites Assiettes

House Marinated Gordal Olives£5.00

Truffle Nuts£4.50

Padron Peppers, Espelette Pepper£6.00

Confit Chicken Wings, Harissa Mayo£5.00

Boquerones, Piquillo Peppers£6.50

Mini Chorizo, Garlic Mayo£6.00

Entrées

Andalusian Gazpacho, Black Olive£8.00

Roast scallops, black pudding croquette, peas£12.50

Heritage Golden Beetroot, Goat's Cheese,Walnut£8.00

Bayonne Ham, Charentais Melon £10.00

Lamb Fritters, pickled red onion, green sauce£9.00

Plats Principaux

Rib Eye Steak, Frites, Beurre Maître d'Hôtel£35.00

Spiced Aubergine, Tahini, Imam Bayaldi, Smoked Tomato£17.50

Loch Duart Salmon, Coco de Paimpol£27.50

Gloucester Old Spot Pork Ribeye, Mushroom Velouté, Tarragon£24.50

Fillet of sea bream, sweetcorn, girolles, pine nuts, golden raisins£23.50

Accompagnements

French Fries£5.50

Haricots Verts£5.50

Baby Louie Potatoes£5.50

Desserts & Fromage

Apple Tarte Tatin, Crème Fraiche£8.50

Buttermilk Pannacotta, Oakland Farm Strawberries, Pistachio£7.50

Valhrona Chocolate Mousse, Raspberries, Hazelnuts£8.50

Assiette de Fromage£12.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card