Where to celebrate Bastille Day in London

Whether you have a fancy for frogs legs or are tempted by garlic butter, London’s dining scene has you covered. From Michelin fine dining to lively neighbourhood bistros, the city has long embraced the finesse of vibrant French fare. And with Bastille Day coming up on 14 July, what better time to enjoy some celebratory dishes with a side of joie du vivre?

Honouring the celebratory and communal spirit of the day — where gathering together matters as much as the food — several of London’s standout French restaurants are marking the occasion with generous sharing menus, celebratory cocktails, and feasting fit for the occasion. Read on to discover three of the best restaurants to raise a glass (or a coupe of champagne) to Bastille Day.Mazarine, Mayfair
Celebrating throughout the week, Mazarine, Mayfair’s French seafood restaurant is set to be a hub of exceptional food and Champagne cocktails. Delving into the archives of traditional French fare, the restaurant’s Bastille Day offerings focus on fresh, coastal traditions inspired by its meandering coastline. The set menu features sliced yellowtail, Occitanie Cherries and Lemon Vinaigrette to start, followed by a traditional Provençal feast featuring langoustine, salted cod, eggs, clams, fresh vegetables and house-made Aïoli mayonnaise. Long associated with gathering family and friends around the table, Grand Aïoli is one of the most celebrated communal dishes in French cuisine and perfectly captures the spirit of Bastille Day. Millefeuille rounds off the celebratory menu, with a collection of French 75 cocktails, named after the famous French field gun — a symbol of French celebration, combining spirit, citrus and Champagne.Bar Antoine, Park Lane
Embracing the French ‘joie de vivre’, Bar Antoine’s Côte d’Azur-inspired terrace is the perfect backdrop for a sunny celebration. The languid summer event experience promises a barbecue feast created by Michelin-starred chefs, free-flowing Maison Minuty rosé, and leisurely rounds of pétanque — the traditional pastime popular across southern France. Designed for sharing, the set menu features vegetable fritto misto, beef tartare on specialty toast, and the signature Pissaladière. For the main courses the BBQ takes centre stage, with a choice of Wagyu Flank Steak, fragrant grilled Shrimp Skewers or a Barbecued Flatatouille – all served with seasonal sides. To round off the meal, indulge in a refreshing Strawberry Salad or choose decadence with Profiteroles.Brasserie Zédel, Piccadilly
Partnering with Lillet with a limited-edition cocktail menu, created exclusively for the occasion. Combining one of Lillet’s three signature aperitifs — Rouge, Rosé, Blanc — with sparkling Crémant de Loire, each offers a seasonal twist on classic French flavours. A destination known for its lively entertainment at Crazy Coqs, the evening’s revelry will spill into the wider venue, with performances from Mademoiselle Loulou, a roaming accordionist, close-up magic and tributes to French musical icons. Guests dining in the Brasserie can also take part in the much-loved Best Dressed competition, with prizes awarded to those embracing the occasion in true French style. 

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