Café François

14-16 Stoney St, London SE1 9AD, UK

London

Open

Visit Website +44 20 3988 5770

Cuisines

French

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Eating With Tod

2/6/2026

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Cafe Francois is a casual French eatery located near Borough Market in London. Known for its rotisserie chicken and affordable French classics, the restaurant offers a relaxed atmosphere and a menu focused on comfort food. The highlight is their unlimited chocolate mousse trolley, which has become a local favorite for dessert lovers.

The Visit

Cafe Francois delivers an impressive value-driven French dining experience in the heart of London. The reviewer highlights the wall of rotisserie chickens, the cheesy starters, and the deeply flavorful French onion soup. The rotisserie chicken, basted in its own juices and served with chimichurri and chips, stands out as a must-try. The meal ends on a high note with unlimited chocolate mousse, making this spot a top pick for affordable indulgence.

What They Ate

Comte Grues (cheese puffs with extra cheese)

French onion soup

Rotisserie chicken with chicken jus, chimichurri, and chips

Chocolate mousse (unlimited portions)

Quotes

"You walk in and there's just a wall of rotisserie chicken, which are basted in their own juices every five minutes."

"To start, we ordered the Comte Grues, which are basically cheese puffs showered in more cheese."

"And the onions deeply caramelized, so they were so sweet. And I've never had a cheese pull from a spoon before."

"But the star of the show for me was that rotisserie chicken. The skin so beautifully shaded, it looks like it's been on a sunbed."

"The breast was moist, juicy, and tender. I love the acidity from the chimichurri."

"They come round with this chocolate mousse trolley. It's five pounds, and you get unlimited portions. The mousse is super rich, super light, and super indulgent."

Our Reflection

Cafe Francois captures the essence of French comfort food without the pretension or price tag. The reviewer’s delight is palpable, from the cheesy starters to the show-stopping rotisserie chicken, each bite described with genuine enthusiasm. The unlimited chocolate mousse trolley is a playful, decadent finale, inviting diners to indulge as much as they dare. This is a place where generosity and flavor go hand in hand, making it a memorable stop for anyone seeking affordable, soulful French fare in London.

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