Relais de Venise - City of London Branch in City of London, Westminster

Don’t believe praise online. Staff were rude and poor service. Portions are tiny, you’ll be eating less than a full steak

A lot of fries, meat less so 😅the quality of the meat was good though (fries were just…fries 😅)

Best steak and chips I've had so far. 10/10 service

The salad the steak the fries - it was heavenly

I rarely say this but service here is incredible! Food is delicious, but service is what makes is outstanding. Well done team.

As good as the one in France! Wished the portions were slightly bigger though

This little well known French restaurant met the primary expectations from my wife’s perspective. My wife said that whilst we were staying close by (Ten Manchester) a short walk to see that the restaurant was full and there was a long line of guests looked over by security. The waiting crowd mingled well and we met a lovely couple who lived close by were in line with us who have been in line many times who highly recommend it. We were seated close to the kitchen and to see the exacting flow of food and drinks with the head chef overseeing the smooth and most efficient service, it was simply a masterpiece in how to cook and prepare food and drink (wine) to a full house expressing satisfaction all The menu serves only steak and the steaks were cooked to perfection and we were surprised servers returned with seconds almost at the end of our meal…yes please and thank you! The sauce accompanying the tender cuts was dynamic to say the least. A side plate with bijou salad and wonderful dressing had us so pleased with the perfect meal. As my wife pointed out, it must be difficult for all the other restaurants surrounding RVD to watch the continually enthusiastic line of guests waiting to be welcomed indoors. Wow, what a wonderful experience. As a former inspector of some of the most prestigious boutique hotels, restaurants, luxury inns and top class B&Bs across the U.S. and parts of Europe including the U.K, RDV is right up there for meeting the most popular expectations for a French restaurant in London. This is a MUST VISIT not only for locals, but for tourists and neighbors alike.

Being French and lived in Paris for many years , I had the opportunity to go to the Relais de Venise many times. But it was the 1st time we went to one the London branch, we went to the one on Throgmorton Street. The food is still good, but the portions are significantly smaller and the price has increased......The staff is not pleasant, which is a shame.

Consistent, always consistent but that's it's strength

One of my favourite restaurants in London - really fantastic food, perfect example of simple done very VERY well. Service is generally very good, and the servers are always very talented. It is VERY VERY loud and full of city employees if you go at certain times IE late evening but I think it somewhat adds to the atmosphere

The starters, salad and bread, were really nice though simple. I ordered a medium steak and it was a disaster. The whole batch was chewy and hard to swallow. I expected it to turn out well but no. The second serving was the same. However, I don't think it was about the way it was cooked, the meat itself had so much sinew. The fries and desserts were great. Normally they offer 2 servings of steaks and fries but when the waitress offered my second serving of fries I wasn't ready and she didn't offer it again. We complained about the quality of the meat at the end and the manager told me to complain before eating it all next time 😂 She said they could have changed it and offered us a complimentary dessert as an apology. Everything is vintage and feels like travelling in time except for the tablecloths. They just use white plastic one-off tablecloths which do not really match with the atmosphere. There is only one knife and fork. The glasses are only one type. When my husband and I entered the restaurant (Wednesday night), we encountered a small queue. However, we were seated quite quickly. The restaurant was packed, very fast-paced and loud. There is no privacy between the tables.

The atmosphere was good. It gets super busy so earlier in the evening is better, I got there around 6:45 and a big line formed behind me. The service was quick. The portion size are huge especially given you get two servings of fries and steak. The steak was nice I wish I had gotten medium rare, the sauce is great but I think it’s too much. It was delicious none the less. The salad was nice as well but a little over sauced again. Looked like they had great deserts but I was not able to try any.

This place was like a conveyor belt, they could not get us out fast enough, you will not get a second portion. I have been to the one on central many towns and enjoyed but coming back from the Netherlands to try it this time was the last time, not sure if it was the location or the quality degradation. Was the most unenjoyable experience and left quite upset.

Pros: - Vintage style with a cute charm. - Super fast service turnaround. - Responsive manager and customer service. - FOOD WAS OUTSTANDING! - Wine was beautiful (I had 250ml of the bordeaux). - Seated quickly. Cons: - Extremely tight seating, 5 inches apart from the tables next to us. - Some the cuts of meat were far too chewy. - The waiters were very overwhelmed and could not spend adequate time with each table to make us feel welcome and catered to. - The fast service style and restaurant-like style juxtapose one another. We felt like we were in a high-end diner. Overall: Great food, Great Service, and professional customer care really make this a go-to if you want to grab a bite in London. However, for a full course meal (for 2) it cost around £100. This is a high price to pay to sit on a bench shoulder to shoulder with what felt like 10 other pairs of people. I wouldn't do a romantic date here at all.

Lovely experience, would recommend ordering a bottle of wine to really elevate the experience.

I enjoyed my dinner at l'Entrecote. They don't do table booking, you have to wait in a live queue. Portions are big and topped up once, so didn't have space for desert

Here's your review in English: There's not much to say—it's an amazing place. The salad could have been served a second time as part of the price. Also, the way your food is cooked the first time is how it comes again for the second serving—you can't change it! :)

Love this place. No frills, not even in-between cooking preferences for steak. The deal is not quite what it was once but still a great choice and always busy.

Steak and chips for £31 per person. It's the only dish and it's served in 2 servings so that neither the steak nor the chips get cold. My steak was perfectly pink in the middle. I asked for it rare. They do not do "medium". Service was fantastic. Our server was the amazing Erica. If you are lucky you'll get her. She is so friendly!!!!!

Salad. Steak and chips. What else do you need!?

Do not recommend. There are plenty of tables available on a Monday morning. We were assigned to sit close to the entrance, an aisle table that may block the walkway. Asked the staff to change, she stared at us with eye widely open and asked what can she help. Very unfriendly. The place is so small that the staff need to pull the table out every time to let the customers get seated. Food is not very exciting. A small portion of salads with some baguette. Can barely taste the favour of the steak. The green sauce just cover all of the scent of the steak. Fries were very fair. Pretty much tiny broken pieces instead of complete long thin fries. And it cost over £40 per person. You can find many restaurants much better than this with this budget.

It’s a bit overpriced for just a couple of slices of steak and chips. The quality of the meat was good and the dessert was very good. Good service.

Food 5/5 Service 4/5 - fast service, maybe too fast and rushed Atmos 4/5 - tables too close, little privacy. Chairs fee small. Needs an upgrade.

I’ve seen this place on TikTok and thought it looks great. I love that they just do steak and fries. It makes it so they do what they do really well. I wasn’t sure if like the sauce as I’m picky sometimes, but it was delightful! After the salad, the steak and fries came out and it was perfectly cooked and the taste was amazing. Loved every bite! My only complaint was that I wanted more, just as I said it out loud my server came back with a second serving that’s included with the meal. This place is worth every penny and I will for sure be back!!!

This place used to be good. I have been coming here for 4 years, and every time, have been offered unlimited fries. All of a sudden, they have stopped, and have gaslit me that this was never the case. Won't be coming again, the price is ridiculous for what you get. Will be making the sauce and fries at home myself

There is always a queue but it's worth it. The food is delicious and the staff are very friendly. Our waitress was called Erica and she was helpful and very attentive.

Overhyped with really awful portions. You’ll get 5 tiny slices of overdone steak at best- in cramped, stuffy conditions. Much better options nearby for a similar price. Don’t waste your time.

Delicious steak and sauce. Wine also very good value!

Nice French steak and fries restaurant. One menu only, 2 services for steak and fries. (So basically everyone gets 10 slices of steak.) All diners have to arrive before getting the table. Good atmosphere and good for dating.

Le Relais de Venise l'Entrecôte offers a straightforward dining experience, where the food is undeniably good, but the overall experience falls short in several key areas. The signature steak and fries are perfectly cooked, and the secret sauce lives up to its reputation, delivering a delightful and satisfying flavor. However, this is where the positives mostly end. Unfortunately, the restaurant lacks atmosphere. The interior feels sterile, with little effort put into creating a warm or inviting ambiance. There’s no sense of comfort or intimacy, which leaves the dining experience feeling rather impersonal. One of the biggest drawbacks is the pace at which you are made to eat. The staff rush you through your meal, making it hard to enjoy the food at a leisurely pace. It feels as if the goal is to turn over tables as quickly as possible, which detracts from the pleasure of the dining experience. Speaking of tables, they are incredibly close together. The space between them is so limited that it becomes a challenge to even get in and out of your seat without having to physically move the table. This cramped layout means that you feel squeezed in, with no personal space to enjoy your meal, and it can be uncomfortable, especially during busier times. Overall, while the food at Le Relais de Venise l'Entrecôte is undeniably good, the lack of ambiance, rushed service, and cramped seating make it difficult to fully enjoy what could be a fantastic meal. It’s a place to visit if you're only concerned with the food, but for a relaxed and comfortable dining experience, this may not be the best choice.

We went here for dinner on Monday evening around 7:30 pm. We expected there to be a queue, but we were lucky and were able to get in straight away. Beforehand we received 2 pieces of baguette and a salad. There are no spreads and the salad consists of: lettuce with walnuts and a vinaigrette. Not very special. The Supreme Court followed not much later. French fries with steak and the famous sauce. I had medium and my girlfriend had rare. We couldn't really tell a difference between the two steaks. The cooking seemed the same for both. The taste was good, the meat was tender, but otherwise not special for the price you paid (40 euros, drinks not included and service charge included). We didn't have dessert. So we can't judge this. These looked delicious on other guests, by the way. The service was fast. You just don't get long to sit at the table, we quickly got the bill. The restaurant was not full. All in all fine but not again. The hype isn't worth it in my opinion.

Fantastic atmosphere, good food and service. Reasonable prices. However it was quite a queue. But the one disappointment was the loud sound of customers competing to try to talk to each other, I think the lack of sound absorbing material should be addressed.

amazing steak with beautiful sauce and staff were really nice !!

good taste as always with enough space for every body

Feels very French with the simplest menu ever - salad to start, steak and fries and a choice of dessert. That’s it. Their gimmick is the second serving of steak and fries. It’s a place to visit once.

Absolutely brilliant. No pre-booking so prepare to wait in line but it is well worth the wait.

The classic steak frites simply can’t disappoint.

It’s pure hype, average food, nothing special, unpleasant/unfriendly team members. Service is rubbish and you still get charged for it. They rush you off the table as soon as possible. Save your money and go somewhere nice.

Went in as a group of 5 at 5.30PM on a Friday, the restaurant was about 1/3 full. 4 of us wanted to eat 1 did not who is a Hindu and vegetarian (and had already had food). We wanted 4 set menus and a bottle of wine for the table so even the guest who was not eating would have still provided some economic benefit for the restaurant to host him by having a drink with us whilst we ate. The manager told us this was not possible and that everyone at the table would have to eat, so we left and went elsewhere. I have been eating at this restaurant for years and even remember being taken by my father when I was a young child, the food is delicious but the experience has put me off returning unfortunately.

Good food and friendly service. Able to accommodate a family of 5 as a walk-in visiting London.

This place is a must , simple and delicious 😋

A perfect 5 stars. The walnut salad was crisp and well seasoned with a nice tart dressing. Steak was perfectly cooked and tender, served with crispy fries that were fluffy on the inside and a liberal helping of their signature sauce. I had the brule for desert and it was creamy, with just the right sweetness and a delicate layer of caramel. I've only ever given 5 stars a handful of times so they have impressed me.

Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff and great steak and chips! Very quick service. I loved it and will definitely be back soon.

Still excellent after all these years

Mass cooked, but undeniably delicious, and had that French bistro feel one would expect.

Slightly smallish portions, but very tasty

Been coming here for a while but tonight was nothing like we used to experience. Overlooked, rushed, passive agressive. We've been to this restaurant in London (both) and Paris, used to be one of our favourites. But today was disappointing. Couldn't even comment on allergies.

Great steak and chips. French bistro style atmosphere. We got seated quickly, and our food and drinks order taken immediately. Steak was cooked to perfection and the sauce on it was very tasty. Highly recommended and very reasonably priced for central London.

The steak and chips is always amazing!

Simply delicious, and great service. One thing though I've noticed in this recent visit, the portion of meat is smaller than before.

Poor service and no common sense. The place was half empty on a Friday in the city (deserted usually) but they were pretty strict still in wanting us out after one and half an hour which I would have understood if there was a queue or of it was busy during the week. No smiles by the French maids either Overall very poor and inflexible customer service

If you want steak and chips this is the place to go. It is all they serve but it's fantastic steak cooked to your liking with seconds if you can cope. No dessert just coffee.

Stunning. Delicious. Fast paced! We were starving and were worried about queuing but it’s like a conveyor belt of meat and fries it all comes super quickly and it’s delicious. The wine also fab. I will be back

Always brilliant. City one is good if you do not want to queue

One of my favourite brasseries. The set menu never disappoints. Modern and city corporate vibe for lunch. Excellent service and always busy. It's not a family restaurant for those who don't know the place. I still prefer the restaurant at Porte Maillot maybe because it's in Paris!

Food was great, salad was nice and steak was amazing. What didn’t amuse me though was the wait. When I called they said they don’t take reservations, so when I got there the queue was very very long, stretching to the back alley of the restaurant. We waited about an hour or so till we got out table. Dessert was ok.

The food is absolutely incredible. 10/10 experience and would definitely go back again.

Fantastic steak and fries. Really exceeded my expectations. We just waltzed in and did not have to queue. The dessert were divine. Will definitely be back!

Food was okay but they need to sort out their approach to allergens. When I told the staff I had a peanut allergy, they refused to serve me the sauce with the steak as they did not know what was in it, due to it being a “secret”. Seems shocking to me that a restaurant in the UK does not know which allergens are in their own food. Therefore, I was only served a plain steak with fries which was not worth the reasonably high price point.

Great service, good atmosphere. But the steak portions were much smaller than I was hoping for. It was still delicious though.

Visited during the weekend and surprisingly there was no queue and plenty of tables. Food was delicious except the salad, service could have been better. For the amount of steak you actually get its not worth the £31 plus service

The food definitely lived up to the hype! They bring over two servings of steak and fries- it was so filling!

I’ve been going to this restaurant for more than 10 years and it’s always been one of my favourites and I will keep going forever. If you love steak and fries with a delicious sauce then give this a try of course with their amazing house Red Wine which is exclusively only for this restaurant!

I visited at 12pm on a Tuesday afternoon for lunch and it was packed - there was barely 30cm in between tables and it felt like I was back in my school canteen at recess. Given how many diners there were, service was understandably slow. The steak frites were fine - the steak was cooked well but portion size is small as compared to the mountain of fries heaped onto my plate. Even with the city location I feel £35 is overpriced.

I have been going to the Marylebone brunch for over 20 years and it was always pleasant; Yesterday I went for the first time to the Moorgate brunch. We were sat and served very quickly, the second round of meat was literally thrown in our plates within 2 mins we received the plates. As soon as we ate last bite the waitress arrived with the bill and the pos to get the payment (without us asking for it) Honestly we were sat for maybe 20/25 mins. Our intention wasn’t to overstay our welcome but not even to be thrown out like that. It was very very rude. I asked the waitress if she was throwing us out and she mumbled something in a very annoyed attitude. Then she kept looking and pointing at us in a very impolite manner. We were both quite appalled. Honestly In a city where you can find good food everywhere it is the customer service that makes the difference.

Amazing place that I have been meaning to visit for a while. Only one option available, steak and chips. Only two options on how you can have your steak, medium or rare. The steak was very good but it's the sauce that really blew me away. Well worth a visit

Cool steak house with great set menu and free 2nd servings!

Simple is a good recipe for success. Simple menu great quality

It is unusual but the food is really good.

They are trying to profit from every inch..they have squeezed in so many tables that in order for you to fit and pass to go to the toilets, the next table needs to be pulled to the side otherwise you can't get through. Steak was chewy not tender as you would expect. Fries were overcooked, I have had much better at a better price. Salad had just lettuce, walnuts and dressing..seriously? I can make this at home for just a fraction of the price. Profiterol dessert was very nice, I would recommend this.

What a treat! From interior to food they serve, from the staff to size of portions quality at its best. Can't recommend enough.

Was good steak but my question to management is why are all the waiters women? and why all in skirts? Gives posh hooters vibes. For this reason, not a Resturant I’d recommend.

DO. NOT. GO. HERE !!!! absolutely disgusted and appalled by the rude, stuck up, ignorant waitresses come as a group of 9 and told us they could not accommodate us as one of us was only drinking and not eating (due to a medical issue). ended up walking out because their behavior to the situation was disgusting. we went burger & lobster on threadneedle street instead and had a lovely night!

Famous steak restaurant with branches in France, Italy and London. There are 2 branches. The queue fills up quickly and the queue is long. You have to line up, but you don't have to wait long, about 30 minutes to eat. The concept of this restaurant is that you don't have to order food when you come in. Because it's sold as a set, there will be steak, salad, and bread for the price of 34.875 pounds per head. We just choose the steak's doneness with Blue Rare or Medium 2 to choose from and order water only. French fries, unlimited refills, meat. Can be filled 2 times Overall, the taste was normal for us. But when you come, you have to eat. The best thing is the atmosphere.

Decent meal out… steak and chips - can’t go wrong! Sauce tasty as all hell. Steak was a little tough but still enjoyable. House wine at £26 / bottle was excellent. Cheese and bread - excellent. Chocolate cake w icecream and cream was average. Would visit again!

Interesting concept, can't book and only seated when all of your party is there. But it works.

We had the chance to try it during our visit to London. You adjust the cooking degree of the meat. The amount of meat could have been a little more. Meat and potatoes are served for the second time. The mustard salad and French baguette were excellent.

I went here on a Tuesday evening. There was a big queue after I got in and was lucky to garb a table before all places were taken. Menu is straight forward it’s steak and fries. The service could’ve been quicker as it’s just one type of meal everyone goes for. It’s a good after work dinner in the area. I don’t think I would do my weekend dinners here.

They serve 1 type salad and 1 main course which is steak and fries. But many desserts.

Slightly rushed by staff who seemed to want the table back. Brought the bill without us asking. That aside great food, wine and atmosphere.

good branch, manageable crowds and less waiting time.

A famous French steakhouse. The taste isn't as good as the one in Paris, but it's delicious. This is a famous French steakhouse. It's not as good as the one in Paris, but it's still good.

Great steak, dreadful salad as a starter abd staff look exhausted. Good for a simple steak meal

Great place to go for entracote. Solid house red.

I was excited to go here but was left a bit disappointed. Steaks are small and although you get “two portions” what you really get is the second half of your already small steak and another load of fries. Sauce was tasty but not enough so you’re left with fries on their own. Fries I must say were great. We asked for extra sauce but none turned up. Salad and warm bread at the start was delicious. Asked for butter but was told there was none. We had the cheese and port, very good portion and delicious cheeses (butter served with the bread). Also had profiteroles which were pretty good. House wine was reasonably priced and alright. Service was cold but I’m not someone who needs warm service. Would’ve been nice to be provided butter and extra sauce though. I like the concept but won’t be coming back again. Too many other better options in London.

Very good food but the meat portion is very small vs a giant fries portion. The cheese plate portion was great. Shame that there is no ketchup and mayonnaise for the fries.

What you see is what you get. And what you get is phenomenal. Can't recommend enough.

Great restaurant-but you do need to queue for circa 1 hour.

You really can’t complain! It’s worth the hype. You might wait a bit in line but at least you won’t have to wait for Your meal. The salad, the fries, the steak! 10/10

If you're craving steak frites (and a very decently sized portion at that), it's hard to beat this place. The Marylebone branch is perhaps a bit too popular and with somewhat long queues, but less so here. The desserts aren't uniformly great, so if you don't have a sweet tooth splash out on the wine instead.

They open at 6pm on Saturday not 5:30pm, standing in queue now - they need to update their times

Terrible service and super rude staff. Disappointing experience.

Consistently excellent. Don't mess around. Go for a rare steak.

Same as always. Reliable and consistent.

Nice concept with just one set menu. Great place for steak and fries. Long queue outside (don't take reservations) but quick service once inside.

Good food and great service. Steak, fries and salad. Go to the restaurant in in Bank/Liverpool Street Station if you want to avoid the big queues in the weekend.

Everything is quite mediocre. Decent portion and casual atmosphere. Good value for money.

Fixed set menu. Decent. Dessert is heavenly delicious.

Delicious food and very crowded

The steak was cooked to perfection. One suggestion would be to serve the salad with the main as well, rather than separately as a starter.