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St. John

Smithfield · Islington · EC1M 4AY

Last updated: 17 Jul 2026 · Data sourced directly from the venue or official channels and verified within the last 30 days.

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Venue summary

St. John in Smithfield is a Michelin-starred British restaurant known for its nose-to-tail dining, seasonal British menu, daily changing dishes, open bakery, and wine-led offerings. The venue features carcase butchery, traditional puddings, and independent bottlings, all in a minimalist setting. Awarded a Michelin Star in 2026, St. John is an established, chef-led culinary institution since 1994.

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Key information

Location

26 St John St, Barbican, London EC1M 4AY

Neighbourhood

Smithfield

Cuisine

British

Recognition

Michelin Star 2026 (1 Star)

Price range

£50 – £89 per person (£££)

Booking

Reservations accepted

Family friendly

Please contact the venue

Pet policy

Dogs welcome

Google rating

4.5 / 5 based on 3,159 reviews

Current as of 17 Jul 2026

About

Situated in a converted smokehouse near Smithfield Market in Islington, St. John remains a definitive pillar of British gastronomy. The menu focuses on a "nose-to-tail" philosophy, championing offal and seasonal ingredients with a direct, uncompromising approach. The space is famously minimalist, featuring stark white walls, high ceilings, and functional wooden furniture that creates an atmosphere of utilitarian elegance. It is a sensory experience defined by the hum of a busy dining room and the aromas of roasting meats. This is an essential destination for serious food enthusiasts and those seeking a quintessential London dining experience that prizes substance and tradition over contemporary trends.

Opening hours

Monday12:00 – 10:15 PM
Tuesday12:00 – 10:15 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 10:15 PM
Thursday12:00 – 10:15 PM
Friday12:00 – 10:15 PM
Saturday12:00 – 10:15 PM
Sunday12:00 – 3:30 PM

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Reservations

Reservations accepted

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Group & private dining

Group Menu · Feasting

St John — Feasting Menu

Groups of 8 or more

From £100pp

Feasting Menu £100pp (tables of 8+)

Feasting menu for tables of 8 or more. Three courses, served sharing style for the whole table. £100 per person.

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This is a sample menu only. This venue operates a daily changing menu and dishes may vary. Updated monthly by hannah.

Starters

Olives£5
Potted Pork£13.8
Crispy Pig Skin, Chicory and Roast ShallotLunch only£14
Cucumber, Butterhead and Lovage£10.5
Grilled Sardines and AioliLunch only£15.5
Ox Tongue, Bread and Green SauceLunch only£14.5
Tomato and AnchovyLunch only
OystersMarket price; Dinner only
Fish SoupDinner only£12.8
Chicken Hearts, Dandelion and Pickled WalnutDinner only£13.5
Brown Crab Meat on ToastDinner only£15.5
Crispy Lamb and Mint SauceDinner only£13.2
Tomato, Little Gem and Anchovy SaladDinner only£14.2

Mains

Roast Bone Marrow and Parsley Salad£16.5
Roast Mangalitza, Carrots and TrotterLunch only£34
John Dory, Chard and MayonnaiseLunch only
Courgette, Lentils and Goat's CurdLunch only£24
Roast Chicken, Beetroot and Pickled WalnutLunch only£29
Lamb's Liver, Bacon and PeasLunch only£28
Lemon Sole and Tartare SauceLunch only£32
Faggots and ChickpeasLunch only
Roast Mangalitza, Turnips and TrotterDinner only£34
Hake, Runner Beans and AioliDinner only£28
Courgette, Chickpeas and Goat's CurdDinner only£24
Devilled Tripe, Chips and KetchupDinner only£25
Faggots and PeasDinner only£29
Smoked Haddock, Saffron and LeeksDinner only
Braised Beef, Butterbeans and HorseradishDinner only

Sides

Jersey Royals£8
Greens£5.5
Welsh Rarebit£12.5
Green Salad£7

Desserts

Eccles Cake and Lancashire Cheese
Date Loaf and Butterscotch Sauce£11
Abbey's Chocolate Cake
Lemon TartLunch only£11.5
Blackberry PavlovaLunch only
Strawberry TrifleLunch only
Blackcurrant Leaf Ice CreamLunch only
Apple and Elderflower Sorbet with VodkaLunch only£10
Cherry PieDinner only£11.5
Fig Leaf CreamDinner only£11.2
Peach MelbaDinner only
Bay Leaf Ice CreamDinner only
Strawberry Sorbet with VodkaDinner only£10

Cheese & Bakery

Cheese£16
Madeleines Half Dozenfifteen minutes
Madeleines One Dozenfifteen minutes£18

Other

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Prices verified by hannah · Prices shown were accurate when last checked. Please confirm current prices with the venue.

Getting here

Nearby places of interest

Smithfield MarketBarbican CentreSt Paul's CathedralMuseum of LondonBarts HospitalHatton Garden

About this listing

Essentials

CuisineBritish
Typical spend£50 – £89 per person (£££)
AwardsMichelin Star 2026 (1 Star)
Google rating4.5 / 5 · 3,159 reviews

Policies

ChildrenPlease contact the venue
DogsDogs welcome
BookingReservations accepted
AccessibilityWheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible seating
Verified by hannah.works · Last checked: 17 Jul 2026 · Data sourced directly from the venue or official channels. Structured data: JSON-LD · Plain text