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Ethnic Restaurants, Restaurants

P Franco

P Franco is a London-based company that specializes in ethnic restaurants. They offer a wide range of dining options, including restaurants, bars, and pubs. With a focus on quality and authenticity, P Franco is dedicated to providing customers with a unique and memorable dining experience.

Introduction to P Franco

P Franco is a unique and cozy restaurant and bar located in Lower Clapton, London. Founded in 2013, the company's mission is to offer its customers an unforgettable dining experience with a focus on natural wines and delicious seasonal dishes. The restaurant's interior is minimalistic yet charming, making it the perfect spot for a romantic date or a night out with friends.

Services & Products

P Franco offers a variety of services to its customers, including a carefully curated wine selection and a seasonal menu that changes regularly. Customers can enjoy a wide range of dishes, from small plates to larger entrees, all made with fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is also known for its friendly staff and cozy atmosphere, which makes it the perfect spot for intimate dinners or casual get-togethers.

Location

P Franco is located in the heart of Lower Clapton, a vibrant and diverse neighborhood in East London. The area is known for its eclectic mix of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, and is home to a large number of young professionals and families. The restaurant is conveniently located near several public transportation options, including the Hackney Central station, the Hackney Downs station, and the Clapton station, all within a 10-minute walk from the restaurant.

Benefits

What sets P Franco apart from other restaurants in the same industry is its commitment to using locally sourced ingredients and its focus on natural wines. The restaurant's menu changes regularly to ensure that customers are always getting the freshest and most seasonal dishes. The staff are also very knowledgeable about the wines on offer, and are always happy to make recommendations based on customers' preferences.

Good to know

Customers should be aware that P Franco is a small restaurant and can get quite busy, especially on weekends. It is recommended that customers make a reservation in advance to avoid disappointment.

Reviews

Customers rave about the delicious food and excellent wine selection at P Franco. They also praise the staff for their friendly and knowledgeable service, and the cozy atmosphere of the restaurant. Overall, customers highly recommend P Franco for a unique and unforgettable dining experience.

Amenities

  • amenity
    outdoor seating
  • amenity
    alcohol
  • amenity
    wi-fi
  • amenity
    takeout
  • amenity
    lunch
  • amenity
    dinner

FAQ

What type of cuisine does your restaurant specialize in?

We specialize in natural wine and small plates of European cuisine.

What types of cuisine do you specialize in?

We specialize in European cuisine, specifically small plates, and natural wine.

Are there options for vegetarian or vegan customers?

Yes, we have options for both vegetarian and vegan customers on our menu.

What is the price range of your menu items?

Our menu items range from £4 to £20, depending on the dish and portion size.

Do you take reservations for large parties or events?

Unfortunately, we do not take reservations for large parties or events. We operate on a first-come, first-served basis.

Reviews

  • Freddie Wynne

    27-03-2023
  • Liza Skripka

    Unfortunately, we had a really disappointing experience there. £84 for 3 tiny mediocre dishes and 3 glasses of average wine (£12 for a small glass, is it a joke?) is a bit too much even for London. If you add to that a tiny cramped space where everybody bumps into you and hits your back, you’ll get a full picture

    27-02-2023
  • Tim Smith

    Seeing as my previous review of this place was deleted. Here it is again. If I could give 0 stars I would. Absolutely atrocious service. We were a party of three who had come for dinner. Had to wait 45 minutes just standing in the shop. Some space did free up on the main table but they were unable to seat us and suggested we wait for another area to free up which was easier for three. We waited for another 15 mins and then were "seated". We were only given two stools, no menu and our table wasn't wiped clean. We asked for an additional stool so we could all be seated to eat our dinner, which seemed to really confuse the waiter, he told us they didn't have any spare stools and we would have to wait to maybe see if another one freed up. We then did receive a stool, which was thrown down by the manager. He did this without even looking at us and walked away back to the cooking area. Standing there in shock of how rude this was I then had to go talk to him to explain we were leaving and how unbelievably rude they had been to us. He then finally came over to us and explained that it is just "the style" of the place and that most people wouldn't mind standing to have a "casual dinner". For me I feel that being able to sit and eat dinner is a base level for most people when they eat out, but hey, times must be changing. We had drank two glasses of wine total, which he charged us for. Generally when customers have been provided with terrible service it's polite for the establishment to not expect payment for drinks. These guys obviously aren't experienced in that way. So all in all this place was probably THE worst service I've ever experienced and is indicative of the areas new found trendyness. Good job we weren't reviewing for larger publications or critics. I'd recommend trepidation when eating here during busy times as the staff are obviously inexperienced in customer service and or communicating with diners. Felt like we were inconveniencing them, when we were paying (not cheap) prices. 0/10

    27-02-2023
  • Alice

    27-01-2023
  • Eoin O'Liathain

    Had heard good things so popped in for lunch. The guys were very friendly and nice. Food is exquisite. Ambience very nice to read too (Sunday afternoon). Will be back.

    27-01-2023
  • Imogen Pai

    Terribly poor and rude service. Such a shame as we’d be wanting to come here for ages

    27-12-2022
  • William Holmes

    Loud and crowded, even at 5pm on a Monday. Rude staff and over-priced plonk. Avoid.

    27-12-2022
  • Dan Zafrir

    A delightful little gem I’m determined to come back to as soon as I can! The chefs change every few weeks, so I’d recommend following them and checking if the food is to your liking. The guest chef this time was Mitchell Damota and he worked absolute magic with an almost entirely vegetarian Italian menu - we started with bread topped with butter and anchovies and a purple artichoke and pear salad, both deceptively simple but carried a punch in term of flavor. We then had all three pastas - ricotta-stuffed balanzoni with butter and balsamic, chestnut trofie with marjoram, potatoes, and La Tur cheese, and homemade tagliatelle with a faultless cheese and truffle concoction. All were spectacular, but let’s say we finished that last dish in about 90 seconds. This was all topped off with whipped ricotta and sapa, or reduced grape sauce, that almost balsamic like. As expected, the wine selection was excellent and extensive. We went for a Portuguese orange wine with bright flavors that went really well with the food. The service was outstanding - so friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable. I absolutely cannot recommend this place enough!

    27-12-2022
  • Per Eriksson

    Nice staff with helpful recommendations and a good selection of wine.

    27-12-2022
  • Esmé Ashia-Mathieson

    27-11-2022