Paulette

Tucked into Maida Vale, Paulette is a cosy neighbourhood bistro that channels the warmth and generosity of South-West France. It champions conviviality and sharing, with seasonal cooking and artisan charcuterie served in the spirit of family-style hospitality. The mood is intimate and local, ideal for unrushed suppers, small gatherings and quietly joyful celebrations.

The menu moves with the seasons while honouring French tradition. Tarte Tatin aux oignons de Roscoff and escargots de Bourgogne set a classic tone before mains like filet de bœuf, sauce au poivre et frites and gnocchis à la betterave, sauce au fromage bleu et au Calvados take centre stage. Sides of frites et mayonnaise or chou-fleur rôti et sauce gribiche lead neatly to a Paris-Brest or crème brûlée au chocolat noir.

To drink, Paulette’s cellar favours sustainable, organic and biodynamic wines, with sparkling and dessert bottles to suit the occasion. Aperitifs and digestifs range from Calvados to Armagnac and Cognac, encouraging lingering conversation well into the evening. West London has itself a little slice of la vie de quartier; pull up a chair, bring good company, and let Paulette pour the good times.