Over the years my tastes and habits, when it comes to food – have changed so much I don’t think I’d recognise myself if I could rewind seven years or so back. I was never a fussy eater, but I knew what I liked and more often than not, the simpler, quality led cooking would capture my heart. But then tasting menus, blow-torched mackerel and freeze-dried everything covered our plates. It meant for two things. Firstly London becoming one of the best places in the world for food, but also those simpler, original restaurants which created London started to close down. So when I heard about Petit Pois, tucked away on Hoxton Square I snapped up the opportunity to visit. A french bistro style restaurant with charm, simple and quality led cooking – which always starts with a glass of bubbly, or two.
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Interior looks good after a refit of Ruby's which used to be on this site. There are now three booths, exposed bricks, sturdy weathered wood tables and an attractive shelf of plants.
We were there on opening night, which was also a bank holiday. As a result they didn't have the full wine list, and hadn't stocked up on some condiments such as mustard. We had the cheapest red available which was very pleasant.
We shared two starters. One order of beet root and blue cheese as well as the mushroom veloute. The soup was tasty but could have been served warmer. The beet dish was a small portion and not a salad as expected, but beetroot on a crostini with some rocket salad and a wedge of good blue cheese. Nice attention to detail in that the rocket had been picked over so, all of the hard stems had been removed.
For mains, my companion had the pork belly with parsnip puree. Tender meat, and not too fatty. Pleasant parsnip puree was not overly rich and garnished with a little apple. My blue steak frites was perfectly executed. Well rested, well sourced flat iron steak, plenty of crisp fries and a tasty bearnaise.
We were too full for dessert, but the waiter brought us a tiny taster of chocolate mousse that had piqued our curiosity. The booth next to us were gushing over it. Very nice mouse.
Nice dependable spot for bistro classics and affordable enough for frequent visits on nights you don't feel like cooking. Mains around £16.
What am amazing meal and experience. The food was exceptional just like the service from Alistair. Thank you Chef. Have the duck and mousse.
Recently had a birthday dinner here. I'd like to thank Ali and the team for putting on a great evening. The food and service were fantastic especially considering the size of the kitchen and that they were catering for 20 people! Everything that came out the kitchen was perfectly cooked and delicious. They even went out of their way to ensure a member of the party who is dairy and gluten-free was properly catered for. 100% recommend. Would definitely go again.
Orgasmically good food, delicious wine and brilliant service :D
Nice little bistro with authentic food. The lunch deal has a great value, the burger with chips was simply one of the best I've had in quite a while. Shame they run out of some food, I'd have love to try the chocolate mousse. Hopefully next time.
Friendly staff who know their wine and can recommend something that suits the meal you have ordered. The menu is simple, but delivered fantastically. In the evening, tables seem to start filling up around 7pm, so if you like nice 'bustling' feel to your meal, book after 7pm. Music also doesn't intrude into your conversation unlike many restaurants.
A great French outpost in Hoxton.
Quiet little restaurant, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Old Street. Both the inside and outside area had a nice, cosy feel, with a good selection of wine. The menu is quite small, but the food they do serve all looked good, I enjoyed my steak and crepe.
My boyfriend and I ate here for my birthday and loved it so much we went back again 2 days later with family. We thoroughly enjoyed both nights. Great food, friendly service, relaxed atmosphere, excellent wine. Highly recommend!
Had an amazing lunch today - mostly vegetarian (in a parisian bistro!).
Food was excellent, lovely presentation, fair price. I *hate* pumpkin but tried the pumpkin dish and it was so soft, lemony, savoury that I was hooked. Any restaurant that can get me liking pumpkin gets 5* no question.
Every dish was standout. Tried the mushrooms, carrots, and of course the incredible chocolate mousse. Please go and support this small, friendly, intimate restaurant. It deserves to be packed every session.
As a note, booked as I had a TimeOut offer, but will rebook again and more than happy to pay full price.
Had the new Sunday lunch...wow! One large beef bourguignon pie and veg for four of us. Followed by a huge bowl of chocolate mousse. Simply amazing food & the staff couldn't have been friendlier. I genuinely can't recommend this place highly enough...just go and enjoy
Been here twice now and the food, service and atmosphere have been excellent both times. Great recommendations for food and wine from the waiter, and great chat from him too. Also bonus points for not adding a service charge by default (though seriously, it would be rude not to pay them one because their service is great).
Had wonderful dinner there! Amazing friendly and super professional service, delicious French food, with wines and champagne matching the offering. Relaxed not pretentious atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Lovely little French bistro on Hoxton square. Good food and big wine selection.
Enjoyed our meal. The onion soup and the chocolate mousse, like all the reviews talk about, are really great! Its bijou menu and informal atmosphere make a great restaurant.
A fantastic and cosy French bistro. The food was absolutely delicious and a collection of very tasty cocktails. The menu is simple and short, which I like because it is easy to pick. Recommend to anyone in the region looking for a homely comforting meal.
Perfect im every way possible. Extreme value for money! I do not understand how it wasn't fully booked while we were there on a friday at 17:45 (5:45 pm). Londoners should really leave the pubs sooner to frequent such a perfect spot for meal and cocktails!
Lovely, cozy and elegantly casual setting off an adorable square in Hoxton. Equally the food and drinks did not disappoint. Delicious aperitif cocktail, perfectly cooked food (crispiest of skins on the chicken and duck, wonderfully chewy and cheese gougeres, fresh and well-seasons broccoli), and a small but excellent wine list offering good quality options by the glass and bottle. In the background, we enjoyed a great soundtrack of clever, melodic cover songs I was tempted to sing along to. Perfect for a date night or an affordably upscale night out with friends. We will most definitely be back.
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