Franco's London

Franco’s sits on Jermyn Street, a five-minute walk from The Ritz London. It is a bastion of classic Italian cooking that holds a Wine Spectator Excellence Award.

The room runs smart and elegant, but the restaurant eschews the stuffiness often found in this corner of St. James’s. While its neighbours rely on the prestige of nearby landmarks to draw a crowd, Franco’s succeeds by remaining resolutely old-fashioned. It is a better choice than the hotel dining rooms down the street if you prefer a focused wine list over a grand setting.