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St  John Bread  Wine - St. JOHN Bread and Wine, London,

St. JOHN Bread and Wine

4.7
4.7
1804 Reviews
£26 to £40
British
ST. JOHN Bread & Wine reflects the rhythms of its locale whilst observing the same respect for seasonal, indigenous ingredients and "the whole beast" as the bigger sister restaurant. Currently opening for dinner, Tuesday to Saturday, this branch very much beats its own drum with a menu structured towards a slightly less formal manner of dining, with guests actively encouraged to share dishes as they're ready from the kitchen.



As well as selling goods to take home from our bakery, wines by the bottle or the case can be bought from our lists to take home with some delivery available.



Bread & Wine has been voted Best British Restaurant by the Evening Standard and named as best value restaurant by The Observer Food Monthly.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 62 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    British, English

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Supper Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    020 7251 0848

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Farokh Talati

  • Private party facilities

    St. John Bread and Wine is available for private functions including use as venue for corporate breakfast meetings. Menus for larger or private function groups are available on our website. For enquires please email amelie@stjohnrestaurant.com

  • Private party contact

    Amelie Andre: 020 7553 9844

  • Neighborhood

    Spitalfields

  • Cross street

    Brushfield Street

  • Parking details

    Parking available on Pay Meters

  • Public transit

    Liverpool Street

  • Additional

    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Wine

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What 1,804 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • East London

    Innovative

  • East London

    Most Booked

  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Underwhelming food but, more importantly, negligent and inattentive service

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    I’ve been to St. JOHN Bread and Wine a few times and it never disappoints. The food is always excellent and the staff are really friendly.

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  3. Lottie

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    As usual the food and service was very good. I have never eaten a bad meal here or in fact a bad dish. It was a busy service and we didn't have time to eat pudding before we had to leave which was a shame but we hadn't flagged in advance our need to leave. The only issue was a very loud and raucous table just behind us which made the atmosphere a bit less congenial than it usually is.

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  4. AnkeS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience1
    Worst service I have evetr ecnouterned in any restaurant. Our order was forgiotten, then when it eventually arrived (75 mins later) it was complelete messed up, with several items still fogotten. Completely ruined dining experince and evening.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food so good it makes cooking at home rather flat and sad.

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  6. Carly

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious and interesting food, witty wait staff, good location

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  7. Tidball

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I showed up 15 late to my reservation because I got lost in the city (first time in London) and I was sat at a table no problem thanks to the very kind and accommodating staff. The food was exceptional with different courses arriving at the table in well balanced succession. The mackerel and roast hereford were the highlight of the meal and the wine was superb. All in all this quickly became my favorite restaurant. Well done!

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  8. AaronC

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wide range of quality food to choose from. The Cod’s Head was very tasty and beautifully presented. Very nice evening all round.

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  9. Jazzbo

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Always a pleasure dining at bread and wine. Kitchen closed a little early the evening we dined unbeknownst to us so would have been nice to have been informed. Execution and quality drive dishes served. Trevor has curated a wonderful selection of wines. A favorite place.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great food in a buzzy atmosphere! Loved the chicken liver toast and cabbage salad

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  11. PeterS

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    A bit disappointed having had very good experiences before. Maybe you were a bit short staffed? Staff were helpful but service was slow - both ordering and food delivery. We were both going to get coffees at the end but gave up because of time and no one seemed interested.

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  12. WilliamB

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve not been to the restaurant since Covid. Thankfully all was as lovely as I remembered it I can’t wait to return

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  13. TanaT

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    There were two mistakes in our order, plus the food was very poor and honestly quite unattractive looking. Given the great reviews and recommendations we got for St. John´s we were dissapointed with our first visit.

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  14. Logan

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every time I go to London, I make sure to eat at St John. Best in town!

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  15. KAS88

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dinner! So unique and very British! Would definitely eat here again!

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  16. JuliaY

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Inventive dishes with lovely wine pairings. Not a lot of options by the glass, but that’s understandable.

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  17. Vanessa

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience4
    Food was too salty. Limited vegetarian options and heavy on cheese to flavor vegetables. Would be better if less cheese and salt were used to let natural flavors of vegetables stand out.

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  18. SarahD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautifully, intriguingly constructed British food with French finessing. Excellent, thoughtful service. Excellent austere room.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Nice atmosphere and service! Sadly found the food to be quite bland.

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  20. LaurieLatt

    London

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ever-changing menu at St John never seems not to delight. The breaded mutton with brown sauce was such a lovely taste. Thank you breaded mutton person

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  21. Mela

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience2
    The staff were amazing, very friendly. But otherwise we were disappointed. Menu changes every day. We went there for the bone marrow; they do not serve this in all of their outlets. The chicken and mushroom pie took 45 minutes, which we knew it would, but this meant it was even more disappointing when it arrived with the chicken with skin and bones on ... Those who order it should be told in advance that this is how it is served. Other menu options were expensive for what they were and are sold as "sharing plates" e.g. ragu on a piece of toast, a cold-served full crab which came alone on a plate and ox heart with ketchup and potato cake which was too oily.

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  22. MalcolmM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great authentic British food. I must when visiting London

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  23. Happy

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Wanted to go here for ages! Delicious food & friendly staff.

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  24. VEat

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently amazing food and charming service. Would always recommend this restaurant.

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  25. JennyW

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service from our waitress was equally as incredible as the food

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  26. JohnC

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food, interesting menu. Very efficient and pleasant service. The bill was reasonable. A very pleasant experience.

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  27. StevenO

    London

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    It's a classic, but I felt that the original magic has left the building, despite the thoughtful and friendly staff. The food is fine, some of the classic hallmarks of St John are still on the menu, and yet, it just doesn't entirely add up anymore. Indeed, there is more delicious English cooking to be had in London than what the mothership offers -- often cooked by St John alumni.

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  28. Jennie

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and fabulous service. As ever St John’s can be relied on to delight the more adventurous foodie. Super selection of wine to complement

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  29. JulieC

    London

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall3food5service1ambience4
    As always the food and ambiance are excellent However this was the first time I was going to St John for lunch during the week and the service was terribly slow We waited more than 45 minutes to get the starters and another 20 min for the hot food. Not great experience during work time

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  30. Vinny

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    The staff weren't as attentive to us as other tables around us. A big group of children were allowed to run around, constantly knocking into our table, which ruined the atmosphere. The food was ok, but some of the choices were underwhelming.

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  31. NJBrit

    New England

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    Very loud with two large groups in the restaurant and tables far too close to each other. Add to that, they missed items from the order.

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  32. TeresaT

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our first experience and St John Bread & Wine - we will definitely be coming back and recommending to friends. More laid back than we were expecting, in a good way. Good variation in the menu and great wine selection. Sunil, our server and 'guide' was fantastic - he'd worked at all three of the St Johns and was very knowledgable. We had a late lunch on a Friday - it was fully booked and lively.

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  33. Mike

    London

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    10/10 as always! Can't recommend it enough!!!!!!!!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely waiter, lovely food! Will definitely be back again in the future

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  35. Jing

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Food and service was great! Too bad my favorite dish (Roasted Bone Marrow with Parsley Salad) was not available during my visit to London. Definite recommend!

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  36. MattiaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    the main courses were very good, while the dessert was amazing.

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  37. LouisaG

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place to meet a friend over a delicious meal in a relaxed, professional atmosphere.

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  38. ToxyMalone

    Buckinghamshire

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal Phenomenal Phenomenal Phenomenal Phenomenal Phenomenal Phenomenal Phenomenal

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  39. IvarH

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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  40. MartinR

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fabulous dining experience, great food, attentive and knowledgeable staff, a memorable evening!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

St. JOHN Bread and Wine is rated 4.7 stars by 1804 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 62 times today
Google Map for St. JOHN Bread and Wine

94-96 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LZ

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Brushfield Street

  • Neighborhood

    Spitalfields

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Supper Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    British, English

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking available on Pay Meters

  • Public transit

    Liverpool Street

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Farokh Talati

  • Additional

    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Wine

  • Phone number

    020 7251 0848

  • Private party facilities

    St. John Bread and Wine is available for private functions including use as venue for corporate breakfast meetings. Menus for larger or private function groups are available on our website. For enquires please email amelie@stjohnrestaurant.com

  • Private party contact

    Amelie Andre: 020 7553 9844

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