Chez Elles in Tower Hamlets

Perfect in every way. Absolutely loved it and will be back.

Stopped in for their happy hour drinks and they were fantastic! A nice intimate setting nestled in a very cool area. Felt very lucky to stumble across this gem

We had a fantastic dining experience at Chez Elles, delicious food, generous hosting and a wonderful atmosphere. The food was excellent, the Steak Tartare and Beef Onglet were stand out. The friendly and knowledgable staff made the perfect night out, thank you!

Had an amazing steak tartare! I'll surely be returning. Great value, a wonderful ambiance, and excellent service.

Can’t fault it - steak frites for £28 was exactly what I wanted at a much better price than nearby steakhouses, the menu isn’t too big and everything we had was done very well. A really well-made martini to end, too.

Cozy french bistro with great food and friendly service. Really enjoyed it and will be back.

French dinner at Chez Elles. Along Brick Lane where it is famous for curries and recently an influx of Chinese restaurants. We went against the grain and had French food. The setting and menu was authentic however the overall quality could have been a little better. The cheese souffle was a little cold, while the beef tartare had chewy bits. Last but not least the duck confit was a bit dry.

Along Brick Lane where it is famous for curries and recently an influx of Chinese restaurants. We went against the grain and had French food. The setting and menu was authentic however the overall quality could have been a little better. The cheese souffle was a little cold, while the beef tartare had chewy bits. Last but not least the duck confit was a bit dry.

Five stars all the way. Lovely staff, delicious food and lovely quirky decor. We found a little gem of a bistro. We highly recommend it and will definitely return

A great discovery in London! The goal was not to speak French 😂, but from the moment you are welcomed, you are made to feel at ease. A pleasant and warm team, tasty French cuisine: a top cheese soufflé, delicious trout, succulent meat, not forgetting the homemade fries 😂. In short, stop at this address, you will not be disappointed!

Reseña para Chez Elles Mi novia y yo visitamos Chez Elles para la cena de San Valentín y tuvimos una experiencia fantástica. Esta joya escondida y acogedora tiene un ambiente maravilloso, por lo que es un gran lugar para una comida especial. La comida comenzó con una cálida diversión - bouche terciopelo, que fue un buen toque en una noche fría. El suflé de queso y trufa de mi novia era rico y lleno de sabor, mientras que mi tartar de carne estaba fresco y bien condimentado. Para la alimentación, el filete de onglet se cocinó perfectamente, y la trucha confitada en salsa Mornay resultó ser un plato delicioso y bien equilibrado. El vino que elegimos complementó la comida perfectamente. Para terminar, la crema brûlée de vainilla y pistacho fue excelente: suave, cremosa y una excelente manera de completar la noche. El servicio fue amable y atento en todo momento, lo que se suma a la experiencia general. Chez Elles es un gran lugar para una comida relajada pero refinada, y sin duda volveremos.

Amazing cheeses, great steak and lovely cocktails! Intimate vibe and good service! Highly recommend - they even have genepy!

Cozy French bistro with excellent starters - French onion soup, cheese soufflé, beef tartar were all perfect! Only 4 stars as we found the mains lacking in flavour and not great value for money

Couple de gérant très sympathique Cuisine simple mais faite maison On peut y boire l'apéro comme dans les restos en France J'y ai pris la tarte tatin excellente digne des sœurs tatin de Lamotte Beuvron ! 😉😉

Very good food, very tradional French food. Friendly service. Bad - not open on Sundays:).

the authentic French cuisine and ambience in tbe beating heart of the east end. I have no words but magnificent service, sublime food and spectacular vibe. 3. Ladies last night we did not want to leave🥂

Gran pequeño Bistro - debe haber caminado más de 100 veces sin darse cuenta. Genial. comida y servicio - se podía imaginar que estaba en un centro de la ciudad francesa - si no fuera por la locura de Brick Lane fuera de la puerta! El Steak Tartar y Tarte Tartine son especialmente recomendables. Vinos bien, pero "con entusiasmo" de precio - incluso para Londres. Gripes - el personal debe saber los nombres de los quesos que están sirviendo a £ 12 , y la costumbre londinense de añadir una propina automáticamente a la factura me sigue molestando - voy a dejar propina pero por favor deje la elección a mí.

Mi esposa y yo queríamos encontrar un restaurante estilo bistró francés para el almuerzo antes de volver a casa en Norwich. Chez Elles se veía muy bien de las críticas anteriores y estábamos muy contentos de venir aquí. Todo era perfecto, incluyendo la bienvenida, el servicio y la comida. Nos encantaron los caracoles en ajo y suflé de queso para empezar seguido de Onglet steak & fries y berenjena & queso de cabra. Las dos damas a cargo eran encantadoras y no podemos esperar a otra ocasión para ir!

Exactly what you expect from a French bistro. Excellent food and service. Recommended

Enjoyed this restaurant, the food was very nice and service good. The French onion soup, duck and crème brûlée were all very tasty. A cozy atmosphere and felt like we were in France. Just one recommendation - please use proper glasses for all customers for red wine. The glass my wine was served in a very shallow and basic punch glass. I noticed this wasn’t the same for other tables who seemed to have much more elegant proper wine glasses.

We came for a lunch and I was really positively surprised by the quality of the food being a French myself. We ordered the beef / fries and trout. They were both very tasty. The fries crusty outside and soft inside, the trout was very tasty with the tomatoes / truffle sauce. All was delicious. I really recommend. It is a bit on the pricey side with dishes above 20 pounds. But it was worth it. The staff is nice and decoration cosy.

Food was good overall with some vegetarian options. Chocolate mousse and cheese soufflé were excellent. Only thing that prevents it from getting a 5* review is absence of a main with vegetarian protein to make the meal a filling one.

Hidden gem on Hackney street. The perfect mix between a French bistro and the East-London vibe, with a delicious traditional French grandma type of cuisine. Generous portions and amazing taste. The menu is often changing! Already want to go back.

Great place. I would come back here

Amazing french bistrot in Brick Lane :) We came for a dinner and the food was fantastic - in particular the steak tartare which was super fresh and perfectly seasoned! Nice vibes & mood, great and attentive staff, and great food - will definitely come back! Merci beaucoup, tout etait au top!

Excellent authentic french food, vibe and staff, especially for Beaujolais nouveau!

Our first visit this evening and what a lovely little restaurant. We have been to France many times, authentic cosy family run establishment with a typical simple French menu, great quality dishes and crisp chilled wine. Loved the decor, ambience & attentive service. Cheese truffle souffle absolutely delicious. Highly recommend a visit. 🥰 🇫🇷

Exceptional! Highly recommended!

Nice atmosphere and obviously popular with French expats based on conversations we could overhear from other tables. I started with offal salad which was tasty. Disappointed by my main of moules frites which was surprisingly tasteless. As if the salty sea water taste had been removed by rinsing cooked mussels in water. Also the acidity of white wine was missig. My companions starter of sardines were too acidic for his taste. His main of cheese souffle was too rich, beig drowned i cheese sauce.

The steak and fries was delicious! Highly recommend this place!

A magnificent place, and the food is so good. Real French dishes, and it feels so good. If one day we have the opportunity to return to London, we will definitely come back. Signed Antibes.

Been meaning to visit for some time and really glad that we did. Well located on Brick Lane. Food was great. The French onion soup and 3 cheese plate were so good. As were the mussels and beef onglet steak. We also had the Tarte Tartin & port for desert. Alongside the great food, the service was really good 😊 Given we regularly visit this part of London, we look forward to returning.

Loved to see Ricard and a Maresque on the menu. Steak tartare was amazing. Little funny, as several of the servers didn't know what items on the menu were, and served the maresque without water.

Super nice, small "so French" restaurant, the server (French) very friendly, the dishes very good, for my part, a delicious Beef Tab and a cozy atmosphere. A little English-style French restaurant :) to do.

Wonderful dinner! We had the escargots, frog legs, tartare, and steak, matched with an uncomplicated red. Had a very interesting conversation with our two table neighbors and a pleasant encounter with a Scottish lady. The waitress made sure we had a great experience from start to finish. The tarte tatin was delicious!

Really nice experience. Ox cheek with gnocchi and creme brulee was excellent. Staff were friendly and the vibe was like transported to France. Food was served quick and warm.

Fabulous atmosphere, service and food. We had a lovely evening here and was great to talk French to the staff. Felt v authentic!

We were craving some French food and stumbled upon this little gem in Brick Lane. We started with the rillette, which was simply amazing — the flavours were rich and full of depth. For our mains, we had two onglets with fries and lettuce. I have an allergy to mustard, and they kindly made a special dressing just for me, which I really appreciated. The portions were generous, and the food was delicious. For dessert, we couldn’t resist and ordered three: the crepe suzette had a lovely flavour, and the tarte tatin tasted just like something your grandma would bake fresh from the oven — truly handmade and comforting. We also tried the pistachio crème brûlée. While I’m a huge fan of both pistachio and crème brûlée, I personally prefer the original crème brûlée version. At first, we were a little put off by a somewhat cold waiter, but then the owner took over and completely changed the atmosphere. She was so warm and lovely, making the entire experience feel much more welcoming. Highly recommend this place, and we'll definitely be back! Real French restaurant, approved by French and Mexican 🙂

Delightful restaurant. Supremely cosy and romantic spot. The food is delicious: all feels very authentic with both French bistro classics and some warming home-recipes. Also, I speak with no hyperbole when I say the frites here are the best I’ve had anywhere… The staff are lovely, always very welcoming and the overall atmosphere is spot on. It’s very reasonably priced too. Overall it’s our favourite local restaurant; I highly recommend.

Visited Chez Elles for dinner with friends. The Bistroquet is small and cosy and the décor is a rather generic French Bistro style with the usual red checked curtains and rustic design. The menu provides a variety of French cuisine many of which are staples such as The Frogs Legs, Duck Rillette, Onion Soup, Snails, Steak Tartare and Cheese Souffle as starters and Duck Leg Confit and Beef Onglet as mains. We enjoyed the Duck Rillette however we were rather disappointed with the Onion Soup and the Poisson Soup which were both rather bland and not very tasty and unfortunately we had to send back the Cheese Souffle( x3) which was uneatable due the large amount of salt. We did speak to the staff about the liberal amount of salt in more than one of our dishes and they promised to pass on our comments to the kitchen They did remove the Cheese Souffle from our bill. We decided not to stay for dessert. The meal as a whole was rather disappointing however the waiting staff did their best.

super cute little restaurant! a really nice + cozy vibe :) had a great evening here, our waitress was lovely!

Fabulous bistro and nice food. Would highly recommend the duck leg, snails, chicken liver, and the lamb though it would be better if the lamb is less salty. And the frog leg is bit small. Anyways people here are friendly🥰

Local go to for Steak and Fries with a delicious mustardy side salad. Best steak frites I’ve had in London, arrives quick, no fuss, good selection of easy wines too.

Had dinner at this French bistro on brick lane. The place itself is very quaint and the waiters were friendly enough. I was slightly disappointed with the food though, the beef onglet was a bit plain and the fries very oily. I really didn't like the creme brûlée, it was very cold you could tell it was taken out of the fridge seconds before it being served. Overall it was an alright experience but I wouldn't necessarily recommend this place. You can find great French food elsewhere for a similar price!

lovely little paris restaurant at brick lane in London. loved the steak tartar, cheese aouffle with truffles, and the creme brulle 🤩

This is a fabulous French restaurant in Whitechapel. The service is excellent and the restaurant staff are very friendly and welcoming. The food was great too: I had snail as a starter, lamb for the main entree and a small dessert. All were very well made but I will pick the lamb and the snail item as standout dishes. Will surely visit this place again in future!

This is a fabulous French restaurant in Whitechapel. The service is excellent and the restaurant staff are very friendly and welcoming. The food was great too: I had snail as a starter, lamb for the main entree and a small dessert. All were very well made but I will pick the lamb and the snail item as standout dishes. Will surely visit this place again in future!

A new favourite in London. Superb french Classics. I was enamoured with the interior.

Fantastic hidden gem - had the french onion soup, escargot, confit duck leg, and creme brûlée!

So glad we found this place. We made a large booking for my partner’s birthday, including two small kids. The service was friendly, the atmosphere was great and the food far exceeded our expectations based on the price. All of us were massively impressed with the quality of all the dishes - really wonderful French cuisine (including the cuisses de grenouilles!). Will definitely be going back and would absolutely recommend. An absolute gem!

Delicious food and wonderful dessert! Will be back :)

Mussels and fries, steak tartar, French onion soup, any of the starters, the bread, wine list is curated so you can’t go wrong low end or high, and the staff!! Excellent and so welcoming. Don’t miss their desserts!! ❤️❤️❤️

In a charming corner of the city, this restaurant offers an extraordinary culinary experience for vegans and non-vegans. The Onion Soup,Parmentier d'Aubergine, expertly seasoned and garnished with fresh herbs. The flavours and textures harmonize beautifully. The Lemon Sorbet, a tangy and sweet palate cleanser, bursts with vibrant citrus goodness. Both dishes are artistically presented, enhancing the dining experience. The restaurant's dedication to vegan cuisine is commendable, a delicious vegan options. The ambiance is inviting, and the staff is attentive and knowledgeable. From exceptional flavors to impeccable service, this restaurant is a must-visit for vegan and non-vegan food enthusiasts.

In a charming corner of the city, this restaurant offers an extraordinary culinary experience for vegans and non-vegans. The Onion Soup,Parmentier d'Aubergine, expertly seasoned and garnished with fresh herbs. The flavours and textures harmonize beautifully. The Lemon Sorbet, a tangy and sweet palate cleanser, bursts with vibrant citrus goodness. Both dishes are artistically presented, enhancing the dining experience. The restaurant's dedication to vegan cuisine is commendable, a delicious vegan options. The ambiance is inviting, and the staff is attentive and knowledgeable. From exceptional flavors to impeccable service, this restaurant is a must-visit for vegan and non-vegan food enthusiasts.

I asked if the olives were vegan and the French woman said yes but they left a strong taste of fish in my mouth for while after, seems like they were in some kind of fish brine. I know a lot of French think ‘fish’ isn’t meat or that vegans can eat it but in the UK, vegans (or vegetarians!) don’t eat fish. We call that pescatarian. Also very expensive. Thanks

Chez Elles is an excellent choice for a French evening properly done in all respects: genuine regional food, a good wine selection, real atmosphere, and prompt and efficient service. The marinaded shrimps and the singlet steak were both delicious.

What an amazing place with great service and tasty food. A real piece of France in the heart of Brick Lane.

Such a great place! Loved the vibe and the food was amazing. Will definitively come back again 😁

Amazing food and the boss are very friendly The menu is really nice and the taste is absolutely gorgeous really like also the cocktail menu

Little gem found on Brick Lane, great vibe with amazing food and great cocktails. All the French classics perfectly executed!

Chez elles is a gem! The ambiance is charming and authentically French, the food is exquisite, and the service is impeccable. The escargots, confit duck and crème brûlée were all highlights. A must-visit for an authentic French dining experience!

Delicious main, dessert I strongly think it is not made in the restaurant but rather bougjt and respld. Great coffee as well 13.5% service fee is too high for the place though.

Bloody fantastic. Every option I looked at I wanted, will be back to sample what I missed out on.

The food was delicious and the service was 5*! Absolutely love the restaurants aesthetic and overall vibe, very homely :). I been a few times and it never disappoints!

Four old friends went to this restaurant mid-week for a celebratory dinner. We had different things - French onion soup, chicken souffle, frogs' legs, duck confit - plus wine. The service was low key but very good, the decor comfortable and unpretentios and the food was excellent. They were even able to cater for a friend who is coeliac including dessert. Overall a really good place for the occasion!

Four friends went for a celebratory dinner midweek. The place was comfortable and unpretentious, and the food and service were very good. It was a great place for the occasion and in an unexpected location!

A short menu of simple classic French dishes cooked very well, a short list of decent French wines, efficient unobtrusive service and a relaxed cosy ambience. So much better than apparently similar places in the West End.

This is one of the cutest French bistros I’ve been going to for many years. Not one has food disappointed me there. You can enjoy staple french dishes. I enjoyed a double backed cheese soufflé with truffles, the aubergine Parmentier, and the basque cheesecake for dessert. All absolutely scrumptious. I would also suggest trying their pistachio cream brûlée.

Fantastic, authentic slice of France! Gorgeous food and lovely service. We'll be back!

Super nice little bistro. Everything you want at the end of the day. I had the sweetbreads as a starter, perfectly breaded with a gribiche sauce but so well executed, including a little tarragon tip! The duck confit was a treat, with its gratin dauphinois, all levels of which were lightly salted and peppered as required. To finish, a little vanilla ice cream and chestnut cream. Wonderful. Wines to enjoy too. The only small complaint: the cheese plate was not as good as the end of the meal deserved. Too bad, but one thing that shouldn't stop you from coming.

Had the worst diarrhoea of my life after eating their escargot (snails). I’m just glad I was close to home by the time the pain kicked in, and now that I’ve read some of the reviews it looks like I’m not the only one. Wish I didn’t go honestly.

Loved it. Had the snails followed by duck and steak tartare. Service was lovely, ambience was great. Hope to come back soon!

Great food with lovely relaxed atmosphere

This place is a small gem in East London. The ambiance and deco is amazing and it’s a very romantic spot. The food was great and super authentic ( being french). The service is very attentive and friendly. All in all definitely recommend for a date night!! Personal rating : 8.9/10

Small but intimate gem. Food ordered were: Starters - Cheese souffle - hit! - Frog legs - hit! Mains - steak onglet with fries and a vinaigrette salad - hit! - special of the day was ox cheek with mash potatoes - hit! Dessert - Crème brulee - hit! - Apple tatin - hit! Service was excellent and not over the top. Will definitely be back.

Really good restaurant, cosy, good friendly service. Lots of French staff waitoring. I had the steak, was extremely good. Highly recommend.

Poor quality cooking, dry duck, much oversalted gratin...

Gorgeous little restaurant. Food was lovely and the atmosphere was lovely. Would definitely go back

Enjoyed an excellent meal with 3 others. Not a huge menu but everything ordered was absolutely delicious. Definitely worth a visit.

Good but pricey, overall. The cheese souffle is excellent, as is the onion soup; the rest is merely the kind of competent standard you'd expect at any bistro in France. Maybe it's felt that that plain competence justifies these prices? 23 for steak tartare and frites! 25 for duck confit! Felt very punchy. And 14 for a kir royale is extraordinary. Pleasant enough atmosphere though. Service was - that word again - competent. Not sure I'd go back.

I like the vibe there, service is nice as well. Lovely French music in the background 😊 very vibey 😊

great place for a date. candle lit dinner sort of vibes

The food, service, wine, and atmosphere were all good, but the exuberant prices ruined the experience. Over £10 for 6 snails and £25 for a leg of duck with mash taytos! Samwise Gamgee was beside himself.

A very good address to find good French dishes that we sometimes miss

Nice cute authentique French Brasserie

Best service, best people, best food.

Good food and great service. What's not to like? 😊

Cozy and pleasant French place, we enjoyed very much the table under the flowers! Great food! Ideal for a romantic dinner !

Really great place for a nice dinner as a couple or small group. Food was incredible and service was good.

Small French restaurant with great food and service. The cheese souffle was delightful. The wine wasn't expensive but it wasn't great either.

Has to be one of my favourite restaurants in London. Atmosphere great, food amazing. We always do family style here as it’s all good. Recommend the snails, beef tartare, duck, steak. Fries are amazing, as is the wine and cocktails.

Went for my GF birthday. Amazing food, good service, but only thing quite pricy wine and not the best. Overall great little spot for date nights!

Cute little restaurant serving French classics. Good wine too.

Nice French eatery in Brick Lane.

Amazing food, great stuff, what more can I ask for. Literally one of my favorite restaurant in London

This is my favorite restaurant in London. Amazing and very tasty food (which is not always easy to find in London) ! Rillettes de canards, soufflé au Comté, confit de canard and creme brûlée are a must. Went there again for my birthday and we had the most lovely serveur! Atmosphere is very French eclectic and cool. Definitely recommend !

Amazing place, the menu is short but the food, service and ambience is fantastic. Can not recommend it highly enough.

Great food, lovely service and atmosphere. It feels like home :)

Nice french bistro on Brick Lane. Good food, good wine at a nice price.

Truly excellent bistro. Simple, elegant French food, done to perfection. Not the first time I've visited, and certainly not the last. They don't update their menu very often, but it's all good. The French Onion Soup is like a hug in a bowl.