It just doesn't get better than this. Very fun crowd, incredible food, and awesome atmosphere. I recommend this place to everyone!

Great food prepared with care and thought. Portions are on the small side of course, and prices are on the high side. Well worth it.. the service is a bit vexing and sluggish even when the place is only half full, so forget a speedy lunch and sit back. read more

What can I say.....I'd heard about it....read about it.....talked about it.....dammit....I felt like I'd eaten in this restaurant at least 100 times given the amount of air time it had sucked out of my life but in truth.....I'd never quite managed to get there.......so I was delighted to finally make it through the portals of the infamous 'nose to tail' gastronomic temple that is St. John with BB who seems to inspire me to roam a little further than I ordinarily would. There were four of us, all wannabe foodies (BB and I had met our dining companions for the first time a few days earlier at a secret supper club and had such a great time we decided to make it a regular thing to meet up and eat 'unusual') we were keen to try everything they had to throw at us no matter how peculiar, wacky or downright revolting it sounded.we wanted the full on experience.guts, snouts, trotters and all manner of assorted organs. The restaurant itself is minimalist in that stark but warm way that screams of attention to detail without with being overly fussy.white walls, wooden tables, nicely spaced but close enough to let you eyeball other peoples food to help you decide what you're going to order.though the fact is you'll want to order everything.we pretty much did. I'd heard so much about the bone marrow on toast starter that I didn't think it could possibly live up to expectations.it did. Roasted bones oozing fresh, jellyfied marrow served on a large warmed platter by a smiling chef who looked just a little smug and frankly who can blame him with food this good.The bone marrow arrives with a pile of the most amazing toasted sour dough bread on which you must spread it then sprinkle with salt crystals and cram into waiting salivating mouths as quickly as possible before it goes cold.gorgeous and served with a wonderfully simple parsley, shallot and I think lemon salad.we also ordered the pork and offal Terrinefabulous, chunky yet smooth with each component tasting exactly of itself.and we couldn't resist (who could) a veritable slab of Welsh Rarebit.forget cheese on toastthis was something other worldly.I have no idea how they did it but I suspect very good cheese, mustard, eggs yolks and judicious seasoning were all present and blissfully correct. Main courses ranged from a spectacular Ox cheek Pie for two(these cheeks had been tweaked, patted and dusted with seasoning in much the same way a lady would powder her nose and allowed to cook in their own juices for a very long time) topped with a pastry that had clearly been made by the pastry angels that don't, I assure you, frequent the chiller cabinet of your local supermarket.sublime in every way with a tiny marrow bone placed in the middle to allow the steam to escapea nice touch. I had the saddle of rabbit which was tender and juicy and BB who had to outdo us all in the 'nose to tail thing' had the Ox heartI really didn't know what to expect other than a pulsating cupid type arrangement on a plate but instead it was cut and cooked very much like calves liver.it was nice.but I have to admit to not being overly fond.I clung limpet like to my rabbit and dipped into the pie whenever possible. The vegetables were faultless, steamed russet potatoes and barely cooked cabbage leaves served in a big bowl 'family style' and the most incredible chips that tasted as if they had been double cooked in goose fat. The wine flowed the conversation was sparkling and we slowly chomped our way through everything on our and each others plates. You'd think at this point that given the sheer volume of fat, cholesterol, bread and potatoes we'd consumed we'd shy away from puddingbut nonot a bit of itwe were ready for more. The brave American man ordered a bread pudding type thing that I'm sure is illegal in most countries which was served piping hot and. I kid you not I fell in loveit was ridiculously good, plump sultanas oozing rum nestled in soft light dark sponge.good in a way that you could only dream aboutgo and taste it.even if you don't like puddingyou will adore this. BB ordered a chocolate confection that made all chocolate desserts he had ever eaten before pale by comparison and thus a new bench mark for chocolate was set. The girls with a nod to healthy eating (ha ha ha ha ha ha) ordered the apple and vodka sorbetIt looked fairly innocuous until the very first bite exploded in an apple led firework display on our tongue.with the vodka poured over the top it sang.once again incredible. The service was friendly, efficient, knowledgeable and warm and I loved that as each member of the kitchen brigade left to go home genuine hugs were exchanged between all the members of staff. We had three bottles of wine, two bottles of water and all the food described and the bill came to 226 pounds.with no service charge added for the house to glean their last sheckle from.you tip the staff not the restaurant.how refreshing and given what we ate excellent value for money.I cannot read more

when Americans say British food sucks, I know they haven't eaten at St. John's. i didn't eat meat for 5 years, and i made exceptions only for St. John. EVERY dish is amazing. i ate here like 50 times when I worked around the corner in 2008. morning rose on toast, evening wine and dinner, everything perfect. if only i were still in Londontown. read more

The food here is fantastic, with a large number of small dishes and a small number of larger dishes. A two-course meal for two people (one starter, one main) was enough for a not-too-heavy dinner and cost £42 w/o alcohol. It's great that you can buy the bread and wine to take home. The maitre d' was pleasant and efficient, but unfortunately our waiter was not particularly pleasant or attentive. read more

Not sure what any of the fuss is about. Our breakfast choices were limited, the staff were as cold as ice, and the place has the charm of a run-of-the-mill catering hall. We were the first customers in the door, and it felt as though we were being punished. The best I can say is that the baked goods looked beautiful. Would only recommend as a bakery. read more

Really cute place that features modern British food that Chris Cosentino would be proud of. I was told by GOOP to try this place and get the mackerel and I have to say GP does know her stuff. Definitely the best dish by far. The foie GRAS toast was delicious as well and everything else was at least good if not very good. Reminded me a lot of Animal back in LA. read more

Dollar for dollar, the best restaurant in London. A bizarre atmosphere and scary menu made up for with incredible, simple, plate-clearing food at a shockingly good price. read more

Beautiful breakfasts and always something interesting on the lunch menu. Nice atmosphere, not pretentious, just great British food.

St. John is not a fancy schmancy restaurant. Only go here if you're an extremely brave foodie, like Anthony Bourdain no reservations brave. I've eaten some weird foods before, but everything on the menu was not normal. The roast bone marrow & parsley salad is probably the most famous dish here. The marrow it self was so rich and fatty alone. The parsley salad does a great job toning down the richness of the marrow. For my main course I had roast middlewhite & courgettes (pork and zucchini). It wasn't very good and way too fatty. I felt so unhealthy after eating here. The only good thing that came out of this was the half dozen freshly baked madeleines I took home (my favorite!) www.anitaeat.com read more

This is much more fun thant the other st John I would argue. It's also far less expensive and it's easy to eat well at a low price. WHen you order food you are given a big bowl of bread which is something to rememeber if youre debating how much to order. The salad is the best dressed thing this side of the Milan Fashion week. But my favourite dish is their chocolate brownie - unctuous but also crucnhy with whole hazelnuts I would have these fed to me as my last meal on death row. The desserts in general are excellent - it's also fun to see the chefs preparign them as you wait. The service can be a little cocksure at times (and they seem to have a very anglizcised recruitment principle) but that's not a disaster. read more

I hired this place for my birthday last year. The whole process was enjoyable from start to finish. Picking my menu with the chef was a joy and he offered some great suggestions as trouting season had finished early and therefor I had to change my mind about the fish dish last minute. The staff were welcoming from as soon as we arrived. They even catered specially for a friend of mine I forgot was a vegan until the day, cooking her somthing bespoke with no extra cost. We also drank them out of house white wine. They offered us another more expensive bottle for the same price. The food was incredible from start to finish. The butterflied leg of lamb was exquisite. Kudos on the dessert which was everyone's favourite. Profiteroles, hot chocolate sauce and spiced ice-cream. Undoubtedly one of the best meals I have ever eaten. Also, bill not expensive! Cannot reccommend highly enough. read more

We ordered ox heart as starter, then quail and venison as main. All were soo good! will definitely recommend this!

Food is great. Service is fine. Needs air conditioning.

Very cute, warm, minimalist space with delicious food. Loved the smoked cod's roe with duck egg!

I had a very enjoyable date here. The staff were helpful and attentive with good knowledge about their menus and the specials. We had the venison pie was delicious and a beautiful red wine (though I can't remember the name). For dessert we had an orange posset and profiteroles which were lovely. I would eat here again and recommend this restaurant to all my friends (though probably not vegetarians). read more

Very classy and respectful place. I love having dinner here. It is perfect if you want to make a good impression.

Very nice selection of wines. I was here with my husband for a special occasion. We ordered a bottle of wine (I think it was Moulin A Vent) and it was very good, served the proper way and tasted great. read more

St John's has become a bit of standard for me over the last couple of years. Interesting but simple dishes. Quality produce and attention to detail. one of the best restaurants in London for "British" food whatever that is. read more

Came here for dinner with my boyfriend. We ordered a range of small plates and it was absolutely amazing, especially for the price. Every single dish was fantastic plus the wine they recommended was brilliant. It isn't the most romantic or intimate setting, it feels a bit more like a posh lunch canteen, but the food is so brilliant it doesn't matter. It is objectively quite expensive (NB we are both students) - a meal for two with wine cost us about £180ish, but considering the quality, it is well worth the price. I have been to restaurants that charge double this and the food is half as good. read more

maybe it's gauche of me to love foie on toast, but good lord, i do. and i loved it here. add to that a lovely (cold) lovage & broad bean soup, tasty leek vinaigrette & wood sorrel salad and some fresh peas & ticklemore, and you have the makings of a great dinner. that said, my favorite part of the meal was the dessert ... apple & rhubab pie with cicely ice cream ... but mostly for the ice cream, which was the yummiest bit of the evening. herb(ed?) ice cream, gooodness, i'd like more! read more

I love this place - perfect for a light bite and some wine after work or on a Sunday afternoon (after a wander around the markets), or for a heavier meal. It's great for sharing, with all of the little plates in addition to the larger dishes. Their bread is to die for!! Some of their food is a little on the exotic side, but everything I have had so far has been delicious. Dying to try their more formal restaurant, but haven't had the chance yet as it's always booked up. Make a reservation for either well in advance! read more

This is my absolute favorite restaurant in all of London. You can eat here every day and never tire. I have had so many memorable dishes here, I won't bother to list them all because, really and truly, anything on their menu will delight. If I was to recommend something, it would be their pies, the venison, chicken, lamb, all of their pies are amazing, the fois gras and duck liver toast is an old favorite, their inventive vegetable dishes are always changing and always delicious. The lentils and goats curd is usually on the menu. Desserts are to die for, the best Eton Mess I have ever had, if only, they had the tangerine version more often. If you get in here for breakfast and if you're lucky enough to find that they have made them fresh that morning, please try their donuts. I am now hooked on these grossly caloric things. Even the bacon sandwiches are a delicacy at this place and I had no idea a bacon sandwich could taste like a gourmet experience! read more

I came all the way to the Maltby Street Market to try the donuts from St. John. I had a butterscotch donut and a vanilla donut and both were fantastic. The next time I am in London, I will come here just for the donuts. read more

I had rock oysters, globe artichoke with vinaigrette, foie gras & duck liver toast, peas & ticklemore, asparagus & hot butter, crayfish & mayonnaise, beetroot, lentils & yoghurt, middle white, white beans & black cabbage, and madeleines. Everything was incredible. This is pretty much the perfect restaurant. read more

Having live around the corner from this wonderful place for years, St John Bread & Wine Spitalfields turned into our favourite restaurant, we've celebrated so many occassions there. There is a dish that stands for this place so well and just needs to be tried: Ox heart, beetroot, watercress and pickled walnuts. Heart is fantastic, it is meaty, has a mineralic aftertaste and a nice crunchy texture. The pickled walnuts are soft yet firm enough to deliver a contrastful texture for the meat. The taste of this dish ingrained itself in my head forever and set the foundations for a revived relationship with offal. St. Johns Bread and Wine is a must when wanting to eat innards and other forgotten ingredients. The dishes there are made up of delicacies such as moorish spiced bloodcake with a poached duck's egg, spleen with a strong vinaigrette, rich rabbit terrine, and many more. A daily and seasonally changing menu, an in-house bakery and a perfect selection of french wines including Cremant d'Alsace make this one of the coolest places to eat in London. Years ago, I read an article about the makers behind the place who really wanted it to be accessible for everyone (in terms of price), while delivering outstanding food. I think the idea works, the non-fuss atmosphere allows yo to fully focus on the food experience that's about to hit you. The place is busy, booking a table is a bit of a must.. read more

Breakfast is OK there and the bakery is a nice touch but pretty high in calories. Don't expect to eat "healthy". We also tried dinner, and we were very disappointed. Service is disorganized, long waiting time. The waiters' white coats are dirty with stains. Our waiter was foreign and did not explain the dishes. There is obviously a genuine effort to offer very original British food, but they should warn you of what it looks like. We ordered the "braised lamb" with mint and beans and it came out as boiled fatty meat swimming in a kind of soup, looking really like dead flesh! I do not think I will be able to ever eat lamb after that. Another older waiter came to tell us that the meat was indeed initially braised but then boiled for 8 hours. Well, it did not make things better. I don't blame them for offering original British food, on the contrary, but there is a serious management problem that results in very disappointed guests... and you still have to pay the bill, even if the experience was quite traumatic. read more

The food was nice enough, but the staff so pretentious and the prices so high that I can't really recommend it. We had booked an early slot on a weekday evening and arrived early when the restaurant was practically empty so took our time ordering. That didn't go down well. But then when we did order, one person's meal came so late that the rest of us had been urged to start by her, and had in fact finished before it arrived. When we asked if it was on the way, the waiter was thoroughly annoyed. And when he did deliver the dish, to a table of otherwise empty plates, he made no move to apologise and started rushing the rest of us to order dessert. read more

St John's has good tasty different food, I really enjoyed my main of lentils, butternut squash topped with creamy yogurt as well as the drinks. However the service was a let down, the waiter seemed nonchalant and indifferent and couldn't be fussed with explaining anything, something I thought he would be use to as their menu is different, diverse and quite non-descriptive, thus prompting questions. Atmosphere slightly lacking. Nevertheless healthy, fresh varied food within rustic British surroundings. I would imagine this place would be ideal for breakfast or an unpretentious dinner. read more