French House, Soho

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This place hasn't really changed in decades (except for the landlord's retirement). Famous for being famous, small, crowded and one of the few exceptions to our rule that all pubs we include serves pints - they only serve halves and always have. It's got a strong history, French beer on tap alongside the usual suspects, and friendly staff that cope well with the crowds of customers. The atmosphere can sometimes be a bit unfriendly, and similar to that found in a lot of local pubs (for local people) and a clientele that could provide the dictionary definition of "arrogant". But when it's a little quieter - say in the afternoons - it's pretty good. The tiny interior's paneled walls are covered in photos of French film, stage and sport stars from the beginning of the last century, and it does have a bit of the flavour of a Tabac in darkest France. While we have to admire their Gallic resistance to change, this one really is better of an afternoon with the paper and a quiet half.
Reviewed by 21 Nov 2008    Helpful? yes/no
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49 Dean Street, Soho, London, W1D 5BE

020 7437 2799

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Leicester Square: Take the Leicester Square exit from the station and turn left. Head up the road and cross Shaftesbury Avenue (Cambridge Circus is the wide bit). Take the road at the right side of the theatre and carry on until you reach Dean Street. Turn right and it's about 20 metres up on the right. Tottenham Court Road: Take the South Oxford Street exit and turn left out of the station. Stay on Oxford Street until you reach Dean Street and turn left. It's almost all the way down on the left.

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13 Jun 11 Updated by FAPadmin