RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar

4.3

365 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Step into 1st floor RAILS Restaurant for a buzzy and relaxed dining experience. Expect a great modern British-French grill with succulent meat, fish and vegetable dishes served with sauces and sides, and the best moments from a Parisian brasserie menu, not to mention interiors.

Frenchie cocktails and digestifs top off the occasion from the adjoining Little Bar, wrapped in William Morris wallpaper dressed in eclectic art.

In addition, GNH Bar and Terrace, a bustling and welcoming space, blending British heritage with world influences welcomes you downstairs on the street level. The GNH Bar is open every day from 9am to 11pm.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, European, French
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon 7:00 am–10:00 am Tue–Sat 7:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
020 3388 0818
Website
http://www.railslondon.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Plan your next celebration with us. We can provide intimate and private space to hire for your next event, birthday or cocktail party. The Carriage and Lounge are an extension of, but separate to, our 1st floor restaurant.

Location
Pancras Rd, London, Greater London N1C 4TB
Area
King's Cross
Cross Street
Euston Road and Pancras Road
Parking details
None
Public transit
King's Cross St Pancras International station
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

RAILS Sunday Brunch
Multiple dates available
With hearty, French-inspired classics like Croque Monsieur, Tartiflette, Sirloin Steak Baguette and French Toast — our brunch is made for sharing!
RAILS Afternoon Tea
£39.50 per person
9 Jan 2025 - 20 Apr 2025
Embark on a culinary journey with our new Afternoon Tea menu, inspired by the iconic railways of the UK. Departing from King's Cross St Pancras, this delectable experience celebrates regional delights from across the country. Savour Yorkshire Parkin, Cranachan Choux Buns, and Millionaire Shortbread from Scotland, alongside a Victoria Cupcake from London and a hearty Scouse Pie from Liverpool. Each bite is a stop on a flavourful adventure—your ticket to indulgence awaits! Served with scones with jam and clotted cream and a pot of your chosen brew. *Vegetarian and Vegan Afternoon Tea also available on request with 24 hours notice*
RAILS Set Menu - from £24
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a 2 or 3 course express lunch or pre-theatre dinner starting from £24. Add a glass of our house red or white wine for £6.5 or indulge in our signature cake trolley for dessert. Food prepared simply and brilliantly at King's Cross station. Available Monday to Saturday , 12pm - 6pm.

French Onion Soup (v)£9.00
Cheese crouton
Pressed Duck & Pistachio Terrine£16.00
Griottine cherries
Soup of the day£9.00
Heritage Beetroot Carpaccio (vg, gf)£11.00
"Feta", caramelised walnuts
Gin & Tonic Cured Salmon Tartare (gf)£14.00
Baked Saint-Marcellin£14.00
Truffle honey, grilled baguette
Crispy Pork Croquette£13.00
Celeriac remoulade
Sourdough & Baguette£4.00

Dish of the Day

Please ask your server

Mains

Kale & Roasted Pumpkin Superfood Salad (vg)£19.00
Moules Marinière (gf)£18.00
Frites
Pumpkin, Sage & Burrata Cannelloni (v)£22.00
Braised Ox Cheek (gf)£30.00
Mashed potato
Seared Coley (gf)£26.00
Buttered leeks, roasted purple cauliflower, clam velouté
Chicken Cordon Bleu£23.00
Dijon mustard cream
Beef Wellington to Share 400g£82.00
Red wine jus (Please allow 50 minutes waiting time)

Grill

Steak Frites (gf)
Our grilled dishes are served with a sauce of your choice: Hollandaise/Béarnaise/Red wine jus/Peppercorn
- Flat Iron 200g£19.00
- Ribeye 200g£30.00
- Fillet 200g£38.00
Porterhouse 1kg to Share (gf)£80.00
Served with 2 side dishes and 2 sauces of your choice
Barnsley Lamb Chop (gf)£30.00
Served with mint sauce
Chargrilled Jimmy Butler's Pork Chop (gf)£24.00
Apple sauce
Grilled Lobster (gf)
Garlic butter with frites
- Half£26.00
- Whole£50.00
Grilled Tuna (gf)£28.00
Chimichurri salsa
Aubergine Meatball (vg, gf)£19.00
Miso sauce, sautéed spinach, roasted seeds

Sides

Minted New Potatoes (vg, gf)£5.00
RAILS Salad (vg, gf)£5.00
Frites (vg, gf)£5.00
Mashed Potato (v, gf)£5.00
Roast Root Vegetables (vg, gf)£5.00

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding (v)£9.00
Vanilla Crème Brûlée (v)£9.00
Brandy snap
Chocolate & Hazelnut Delice (vg, gf)£9.00
blood orange gel, candied ginger
Pear & Almond Tart£9.00
spiced Chantilly
Selection of Sorbets or Ice Creams (vg, gf)£6.00
Selection of Seasonal Cheeses£15.00
With quince jelly & crackers

What 365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

North London
Great for brunch
North London
Good for business meals

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rails Restaurant & Little Bar is a charming venue near King's Cross, ideal for business meetings and social gatherings. Guests appreciate the "lovely environment" and "excellent service." While food quality can be inconsistent, standout dishes like the "French onion soup and braised ox cheeks" receive high praise. The ambience is intimate, with attentive staff ensuring a "cosy and welcoming" experience. Despite occasional service hiccups, the convenient location and appealing setting make Rails a recommended spot for dining.

365 Reviews

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Stephen Mackenney
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect for a Valentine’s lunch. Excellent but understated service; tasty, well presented food in a quiet and private environment.
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sarah
Kent
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We met for a girls lunch and the restaurant was the perfect location. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was great. Staff were friendly and attentive without being intrusive. We will definitely be back soon
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded 4 days ago
Dear Sarah, On behalf of the entire team, thank you for sharing your experience at RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar. I will share your kind review with our teams, which they will be thrilled to receive. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Diogo
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Ejiro
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Have visited this place for years and it is sill as nice as it used to be. Great staff too.
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded 4 days ago
Dear Ejiro, On behalf of the entire team, thank you for sharing your experience at RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar. I will share your kind review with our teams, which they will be thrilled to receive. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Diogo
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Beverley
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant, delicious food. Highly recommend the afternoon tea. Staff not as attentive as they should have been, we would have liked more tea but the waiting staff where not around. It was nice to not be hurried and we will definitely be back.
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded on 3 February 2025
Dear Beverley, On behalf of the entire team, thank you for sharing your experience at RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar. I will share your kind review with our teams, and take your feedback on board so we can improve the service aspect mentioned. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Diogo
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Claire
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, generally excellent service (I'm assuming the other person was new), a happy buzz in the room with plenty of room left to hear my friend, and lovely environment. Directions for finding the place could have been clearer (it's in the pretty old building right next to the King's Cross taxi rank, before you get into KX station proper, from Euston road)
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded on 27 January 2025
Dear Claire, On behalf of the entire team, thank you for sharing your experience at RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar. I will share your kind review with our teams, which they will be thrilled to receive. We will take your useful feedback regarding the directions on board and see where we can make improvements. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Diogo
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David
London
21 reviews
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
It would have been pleasantly quiet if it had not been gor the intrusive music which they slightly turned down but refused to turn off. This ruined the evening. Service was amateur.
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded on 29 January 2025
Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I'm sorry to hear that your experience was not as enjoyable as it should have been. We always strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, and I regret that the music and service did not meet your expectations. Your comments are valuable, and I will be discussing them with the team to ensure we can improve moving forward. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a better experience in the future. Best regards, Marco
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Ken
London
52 reviews
5.0
52 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food in nice surrounding and great value too!
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded on 27 January 2025
Dear Ken, On behalf of the entire team, thank you for sharing your experience at RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar. I will share your kind review with our teams, which they will be thrilled to receive. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Diogo
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Mike
VIP
London
88 reviews
4.0
88 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Regular business meeting venue for breakfast. Attractive restaurant, Good section of food and drinks. Excellent service and importantly good acoustics and relatively private. A tad expensive.
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded on 27 January 2025
Dear Mike, On behalf of the entire team, thank you for sharing your experience at RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar. I will share your kind review with our teams, which they will be thrilled to receive. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Diogo
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Roger
London
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 23 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
An enjoyable place for a meetup with friends. Will come back.
RAILS Restaurant & Little BarResponded on 24 January 2025
Dear Roger, On behalf of the entire team, thank you for sharing your experience at RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar. I will share your kind review with our teams, which they will be thrilled to receive. We are delighted you enjoyed your experience and look forward to welcoming you back. Sincerely, Diogo
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Cynthia
San Francisco
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The place is very elegant and lovely- not crowded and comfortable. The greeting hosts were friendly as were the waiters, but…. Our orders came in cold ( eggs royale) , water took more than half hour to be served , and eggs had to be returned because though I was asked how I wanted them, they came incorrect and had to be returned and cooked further. For the price of the food, this is pretty poor. It’s unfortunate that this should occur. This my rating.
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RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 365 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar

Pancras Rd, London, Greater London N1C 4TB

Additional information

Cross Street
Euston Road and Pancras Road
Area
King's Cross
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon 7:00 am–10:00 am Tue–Sat 7:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–12:00 pm Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Afternoon Tea Fri–Sun 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Contemporary British, European, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
King's Cross St Pancras International station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
http://www.railslondon.com/
Phone number
020 3388 0818
Private party facilities
Plan your next celebration with us. We can provide intimate and private space to hire for your next event, birthday or cocktail party. The Carriage and Lounge are an extension of, but separate to, our 1st floor restaurant.

RAILS Restaurant & Little Bar

Make a booking

Additional information

RAILS Sunday Brunch

RAILS Afternoon Tea

RAILS Set Menu - from £24

Starters

French Onion Soup (v)£9.00

Pressed Duck & Pistachio Terrine£16.00

Soup of the day£9.00

Heritage Beetroot Carpaccio (vg, gf)£11.00

Gin & Tonic Cured Salmon Tartare (gf)£14.00

Baked Saint-Marcellin£14.00

Crispy Pork Croquette£13.00

Sourdough & Baguette£4.00

Dish of the Day

Please ask your server

Mains

Kale & Roasted Pumpkin Superfood Salad (vg)£19.00

Moules Marinière (gf)£18.00

Pumpkin, Sage & Burrata Cannelloni (v)£22.00

Braised Ox Cheek (gf)£30.00

Seared Coley (gf)£26.00

Chicken Cordon Bleu£23.00

Beef Wellington to Share 400g£82.00

Grill

Steak Frites (gf)

Porterhouse 1kg to Share (gf)£80.00

Barnsley Lamb Chop (gf)£30.00

Chargrilled Jimmy Butler's Pork Chop (gf)£24.00

Grilled Lobster (gf)

Grilled Tuna (gf)£28.00

Aubergine Meatball (vg, gf)£19.00

Sides

Minted New Potatoes (vg, gf)£5.00

RAILS Salad (vg, gf)£5.00

Frites (vg, gf)£5.00

Mashed Potato (v, gf)£5.00

Roast Root Vegetables (vg, gf)£5.00

Desserts

Sticky Toffee Pudding (v)£9.00

Vanilla Crème Brûlée (v)£9.00

Chocolate & Hazelnut Delice (vg, gf)£9.00

Pear & Almond Tart£9.00

Selection of Sorbets or Ice Creams (vg, gf)£6.00

Selection of Seasonal Cheeses£15.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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