St. JOHN Bread and Wine

Name: St. JOHN Bread and Wine
Address: 94-96 Commercial Street, London, United Kingdom, E1 6LZ
Telephone: 020 7251 0848
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1804 Reviews

£26 to £40

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

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
Website
https://stjohnrestaurant.com/a/restaurants/bread-and-wine
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

Location
94-96 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LZ
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

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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ToxyMalone
Buckinghamshire
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
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IvarH
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5

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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

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 62 times today

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

Website
https://stjohnrestaurant.com/a/restaurants/bread-and-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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St. JOHN Bread and Wine

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Popular dishes

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Roast Bone Marrow and Parsley Salad

Madeleines Half Dozen

Menu

What 1,804 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

How is St. JOHN Bread and Wine restaurant rated?

Is St. JOHN Bread and Wine currently accepting reservations?

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