Ffiona's

Oh it was excellent, food was absolutely delicious and staff? The kindest women ever, it felt like food at your close family house. I really do recommend! 🤍

Ffiona's is famous for their Chicken Kyiv and they lived up to their reputation. Fabulous. It's classic, they don't mess with the recipe. It's exactly as you'd expect. I highly recommend it.

Where to start.. Ffiona’s is amazing. The food, service, and Ffiona herself. Perfect in every way. Chalkboard menu changes daily. Desserts are delicious. Must stop for dinner while in London.

Went to Fionas twice during my one week stay in London. It is a small and intimate setting. Definitely want to make a reservation if dining after 6pm or on weekend. The owner is lovely and makes the dining experience special. Had chicken kiev the first time, which was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The rump of lamb was also amazing. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. The sides and potatoes are also great. Love the garlic spinach and even the hispi greens. Wish I had more time to try everything else on the menu as well as the Sunday roast or brunch! If I lived in London, I probably would skip the reviews to keep the tourists away from this hidden gem.

Best restaurant in London hands down. Been going here for 10 years.

On 6, April, 2025 approximately 40 people on a Collette tour of London descended into this lovely appointed restaurant and were greeted by the gracious owner. The meal that was served was excellent. Typical Sunday roast pork and veggies. The meal from start to finish was excellent. Sticky toffee pudding is one of my favorites. Somehow, probably by the look on my face Ffiona knew I really needed the glass of Red wine. If I do get the chance to return to London this restaurant will be on my to do list. Thank you for the hospitality, the Red wine but most importantly the food.

This is a really lovely restaurant where you feel like you’re at someone’s home for dinner. I dined here 6 years ago and then again last pm, and the experience feels consistent. We were lucky enough to dine on a Sunday, so I enjoyed the Sunday roast, which was delicious and filling. It felt like a nice mix of locals and tourists in the restaurant, which helps give it a nice vibe. We will definitely be back the next time we are in London!

Lovely spot in Kensington! Small and convivial. The owner sits at every table, greets you face to face and describes the menu items in detail. My Sunday roast was delicious, and the "World's Best Chicken Kiev" lives up to its description. Would definitely go again!

We stumbled upon Ffiona's as a "hidden gem" on Yelp and indeed it is. Ffiona is a friendly owner/hostess with a wonderful manner only to be matched by the delicious food she serves up. When we were there, we met two couples on either side of our table and both were long time diners and make it their first stop whenever they're in London. We will as well! All the food on her menu is fantastic but we especially enjoyed the trout, the squash and her delicious deserts. Love it there and can't recommend it enough. Go...you won't regret it!

This was on a list of suggested restaurants during our two night stay in London last weekend. Gotta have fish and chips right? Our hotel concierge said to come here. We just got off a cruise ship that morning. We walked over from our hotel at the London Marriott Kensington. It was about 17-18 minutes walk. We got to the restaurant around 11:30 am without a reservation. Oops. It's weekend brunch. But they were very gracious. We got the table way in the back which sat the four of us. We were focused on fish & chips. A whole haddock we're told. It was suggested we could share a plate and the kitchen could split it. That's the way we went. For beverages hubby & BIL each ordered local beer. I went with the Bloody Mary. I have to say that's the best Bloody Mary I've had. Made with fresh horseradish and Worcestershire sauce. It's a must order if you like Bloody Mary's. Our fish & chip order - it was perfect. Great coating. The haddock was flaky. Tasted fresh. And the steak fries were good. The four of us enjoyed our orders. What made it a great lunch was the hospitality. A very friendly staff. Very attentive. It's a very small footprint with a very extensive menu. I'd go back. The next time I'm in London...

This was such an awesome little place that we chanced upon with a little help from Yelp. Although it is close to Kensington Palace, it feels really homey and the staff was super cool and awesome to us. All of the dishes were impressive and we really enjoyed this little place. My wife now wants to eat here every night on our visit... I still need to try other places but I get it. I can't say whether the food, or the staff are a better reason to try this place. Stop by you won't be disappointed.

We stumbled upon Ffiona's after trying to find two other places and we would stumble again! An amazing chalkboard menu, fabulous staff, and Ffiona sat down to chat with us personally. We enjoyed the Chicken Kiev, Chalk stream trout, colcannon, butternut squash with tomatoes, and garlic spinach. I would return here one thousand times over anywhere we dined in Kensington! Thank you Ffiona and team, cheers!

Best Restaurant in London by far, no other place comes even close. You can tell everything is cooked to order, fresh perfection on a dish. Great for friends, groups or just to impress. I was just in had the most delicious borscht, light tender divine followed by turkey meatballs over fresh vegetable house made noodles with pesto and pecorino cheese amazing If in London you must go skip the palace and dine like ur royalty. YUMM

Lots of daily specials here. Small place with a very welcoming vibe. If they're not too busy Fiona will actually sit down with you and chat. Love this place!

I once heard Ffiona's described as a dark and dingy tourist trap. Dark? Arguably yes. I'd say dimly lit. Certainly a romantic vibe. Candles on all the tables. Lighting on the permeated of the restaurant. Lighting is on point if you're looking for an intimate vibe. Dingy? Certainly not. There weren't even water rings marks on the wooden tables. A tourist trap? Not in my opinion. I thought it was fairly priced for the experience. On the other hand, I am a tourist and it was the most expensive meal we had hitherto. Make what you want of that. Now that we've addressed those myths, let's discuss the truths. Ffiona's is a super cozy restaurant. Genuine hospitality second to none. Comfort food that you might mistaken for your own mother's or grandmother's regardless if your British, Ukrainian, or Japanese. The core of the menu is British comfort food but they have some comfort dishes from around the world such as Chicken Kyiv and tempuras. We were started with some complimentary bread and butter. Nice to see some freebies in these post inflationary times. Bread was great. For appetizer we had the eggplant fritters. Perfectly executed tempura batter served with a small dressed salad and a sweet vinegar sauce. I could have mistaken these fritters for being from an Izakaya in Kyoto. Excellent execution! Plus, they were served quickly, so they settled us in quickly. For our main course, we shared the Chicken Kyiv and the Fish and Chips. Kyiv was my favorite but I'm quite biased towards creamy and savory foods. Loved the sauce and used every bit of it up. Fish and Chips were great too. Fish had a tempura-ish batter too. Medium thickness for the breading gave it a nice crisp, yet it still allowed the fish to stand out. Fish was juicy and cooked on point. Fries were thick cut yet had a good crisp. For dessert, we shared the toffee pudding. Absolutely delicious! Pudding was served very hot and a la mode which created a nice contrast of temperature. Pudding eventually melted the ice cream and created a delicious liquify pool with the toffee sauce. Highly recommend it. They have a few beers and spirits, but it seemed like the wine selection had the most variety. Restrooms in the basement. I noticed one gender neutral restroom but there might have been another. Hospitality was quite memorable. Ffiona sat with us at the end of the meal. Accounted the bill by hand with us, and continued to chat about our trip with us. We had a great time and I'd highly recommend this dark and dingy tourist trap to all.

Visited again after 8 years (it's hard to get to England, and there was a pandemic). Fiona was as charming as we remembered, and we had a fantastic time. The food was the best we've had anywhere; our 13 year old daughter who dislikes most adult foods loved the vegan noodles. The trout was superb. Great vegan food. Wonderful fish and chips. The cocktails were amazing, especially the mojito. And the desserts... We ordered one of everything, and everyone had a different favorite - but it was hard to pick. If you want a place where the owner sits down at the table to discuss the menu and your order, where you feel like a member of the family, this is the place. It's small, and intimate, and fun. We can't recommend it highly enough.

A+. Terrific homemade food served with warmth and professionalism including, as a special bonus, some chat time with Ffiona herself. Easily one of the best and most memorable meals of the year! (Sorry there are no photos. I ate every delicious thing in sight so quickly that I totally forgot to take any. but the lamb was life changing as were the squash, the chips, and both the aubergine fritter and shrimp appetizers.)

Terrific food. Terrific service. In a quaint setting in Kensington. Literally could not be happier. It's like a super gourmet homemade meal with friends. What could be better!

The owners are spectacular at making you feel like your at home The food was exceptional as was the service A must eat if your in the neighborhood

TRUE HIDDEN GEM! So very torn between wanting to keep this restaurant to myself and telling everyone. Delicious food, delicious ambiance, exceptional hands-on owner. Had the meatballs with beet pasta, chicken kiev, and lemon ginger cheesecake. TO DIE FOR, every last bite. Hubby had the same but opted for a chocolate cheesecake that was gluten free and vegan. He had no idea until the very end when he was told. It was that good. We ended the night with Armagnac. Seriously, never said this before, but if it fell on the floor I would still eat it. Exceptional!!

Very cute place inside. The service is ridiculously friendly. I got here super early in the morning and wanted to eat Sunday roast (who eats that for breakfast?) and they were very accommodating, food was hot and yummy. Looking forward to coming back for breakfast someday!

Amazing. It's a small restaurant and so cozy. The menu is displayed on a chalkboard. I had the best gin dirty martini, delicious seasonal salad and a vey tender chicken dish. My husband had the cod which was also amazing and fresh. The service was unparalleled. Get off the beaten path! Such a pleasure to enjoy a wonderful meal with such a lovely ambiance.

Had an amazing dinner with my daughter. The staff and owner were so nice. The service was top. The food was excellent. Can't wait to come back to try more.

I love Fiona, her food and her restaurant, ffiona's. She is the most welcoming host I have ever met. You Yelpers said this was the best place to come for Sunday roast and you were right. I made reservations via email for our first night of vacation. I asked for a 6:30 p time slot which Fiona graciously provided. It wasn't until I arrived that I learned that the restaurant wasn't supposed to open until 7p. It did not matter. Fiona greeted me by name and hugged my wife hello. She seated us at the best table in the house and sat down with us. She makes an excellent Old Fashioned Cocktail, is very knowledgeable about pairing food and wine and cooks a helluva good Sunday Roast. I had the chicken and my wife had the Pork. Both were perfectly seasoned and tender. My son had the fish and chips, which was one very large, very crispy whole fillet. Fiona said it was the best fish and chips in all of England. I do not know about that because I did not try all of the fish in all of the pubs, but it definitely was the best fish we had on our trip. We had such a great time and great dinner. We came back the following Friday for Lamb and Sticky Toffee Pudding. The food, service, friendly atmosphere, conversations with Fiona, and the café au lait truly made for a great and wonderful time.

Wonderful find in Kensington! Busy during weekday dinner but we luckily got seated immediately- recommend booking in advance to make sure! Very homey feel with two sisters who are waiting all the tables and they are so friendly and kind. Seemed to be filled with locals or at least people who had been before. Complimentary bread and butter was a great start- the bread has small bits of black olives and the butter is great quality super flavorful butter. We got the special for an appetizer, the scallops- they were perfectly cooked, 4 scallops cooked in garlic butter with a side of greens. Parmesan salad is also a great light app- dressing is very refreshing and the Parmesan is so flavorful and generously topped. Chicken kiev is so tasty- it's crispy on the outside but the meat is incredibly tender- the filling and sauce are buttery and indulgent. I added a side of asparagus for more veg- we were told they just got them in from their vegetable supplier so they're fresh and in season. Fish and chips are classic- large piece of fish is crispy and not too salty. Chips and thick cut and nicely fried. Total for this meal (included a beer and a 12.5% tip) was £88. Excellent service, a lovely homey environment, and great food not far from high street Kensington. So glad to have found this place!

Food: Yummy English comfort food, I was there on a Sunday night, so. why not have the good ole Sunday roast. It was yummy, well prepared, loved the piece of crunchy pork along with the soft and juicy roast. The food was good, the menu is short and simple. In addition, you will find the menu listed on a huge chalkboard, bring your glasses if you suffer from myopia. Service: Fiona was quite welcoming. I believe she was short-staffed as she was the waitress and host for that night.....doing all. Hence, the service was slow and the food took a good 35 min to be served. Ambiance: Super relaxed, casual, dark, warm, cozy, romantic, street scenery of busy London, quirky with lots of funny frames on the walls.

This place. It's absolutely one of our favorite places in the world. These folks pour their heart and soul in to it and it shows. Small and feels like home. I hate to refer people here because it makes it harder for us to get a table. A reservation is highly recommended or you probably won't get sat as maybe 25 people can fit. What they do here, they do great. If you are in London and want some amazing food done right, by some wonderful people, this is it. Make sure to get dessert too because they may have the best representation of traditional British desserts and others too.... And add a side of custard! Food coma will happen but it's worth every calorie!

Ffiona's was remarkably good. I ordered the aubergine fritters, and while I normally don't like eggplant, I loved those fritters. Ffiona and the server were very courteous. In fact, when Ffiona noticed me at the door, she called out my first name. Overall, this is one of the best restaurants I've been to in London.

Here's an update almost 4 years later... we tried to come in 2020 and then again in 2021, but alas, we finally made it TWICE on this trip to London! My mother recommended this restaurant (read my previous review) and I was hono(ur)red to bring her back. Ffionas is still as good, as memorable as it was four years ago. Ffiona (and YES she is STILL here running the show) is a consummate restaurateur. PLEASE make reservations. There are a limited number of tables and seatings. There is no place to wait to see if you might be lucky (other than the street). She does what she can to fit in small parties (meaning one or two people) but if you want the finest Chicken Kiev known to humans, make a reservation. Our first evening there, we were seated at one of the two group tables. We ended up sitting next to a group of flight attendants out of Atlanta (I won't tell you what airline!) but they KNEW about Ffiona's (as did the AA crew 10 years ago, who recommended it to my mother). Coincidentally on our 2nd visit this trip, there were AA exec's from my hometown dining there. Yes it might be full of Americans, but Ffionas loves everyone! One thing that is new on this trip is that Ffiona cannot go up and down the stairs like she has for the past 28 years. Her sister, Althea, is in the kitchen and Ffiona stays "up-top" working the crowd. She is as personable as ever! She has Ajeet and Denise to run up/down the steps from the dining room to the kitchen. God Bless these youngsters! Honestly, even if the food weren't as great as it is, I would come just to hang out with Ffiona! Again, let me say that if you are not ordering the Chicken Kiev, you are missing out. On this trip, my mother ordered it both times. You can't go wrong with it. Also, we ordered the rocket salad with parmigiano and corn both times. It's a perfect starter. I ordered things that may not be there when you come - Ffiona likes to feature things she can get fresh and in season. I had chaulk trout the first meal - I loved it so much the Delta FAs ordered it and loved it as much! The second meal for me was perfectly cooked slices of pork over mushrooms. Don't miss out on the colcannon mash (if available) - a delicate combination of mashed potatoes, leaks and green onion. Ffionas is also known for the sticky toffee pudding. Save room for this delicacy! Honestly, I hope Ffiona outlives me. She is a wonderful woman and a great chef (in that order). My mother cried when we first arrived - after two years of trying to return. Ffiona was THAT genuine to cry too. God Bless You Ffiona and your staff!

Came for Sunday pork roast. Had reservations for 1pm. When we arrived, we were told they sold out of the roast, even though it's their special dish for Sundays. Their excuse was that 4 other tables ordered it. Very poorly managed.

the SWEETEST employees, a super yummy meal, and decent prices in a cute tucked away corner chock full of things to look at during the short wait for food. I've told everyone I know with london trips planned to add this to their list

Simply amazing food from an amazing chef! Love Fiona, her staff's and her welcoming restaurant. We eat there every time we are in London.

I picked this place for dinner and never regretted the choice. The food, the service and the atmosphere - all above expectations. Highly recommended!

Great family atmosphere and quite good food! Owner / manager was beyond friendly- felt like We were locals

This was the best food and service of all the restaurants I have experienced in London. The biggest plus is Ffiona herself who welcomes all of the patrons as if they were family.

Absolute gem tucked away on a side street. Ffiona was a gracious host. She sat for a bit and chatted with us. Food was amazing. Definitely stop in for a relaxing evening, great atmosphere and tasty food.

I love this place . Small so you feel at home . Fiona was very nice . Everyone was working hard non stop , We had the eggs Benedict special and it was so good . We also order the English breakfast was good but I recommend to order another special if you go there . Coffee was great ! Really cute place ! I found it through yelp !

This is the quintessential British restaurant. I have been going here for 13 years ever since I found a card for Ffiona's in a flat I was renting nearby. We came twice that year and many more times through the years. The food is the draw, but Ffiona, herself, is a close second. Wonderfully prepared meals and a charming owner who will sit down with you and take your order while she immediately becomes more than your host - your welcoming friend. I go for the lamb, Maria 's famous mash and the best stick toffee pudding in the UK. It's all good here - trout- Chicken Kiev and the brunches are famous. You won't be disappointed and you will return - I guarantee it!

Had time to kill on Sunday during a business trip so I decided to do some sightseeing in the city. By evening I was starving and remembered that it's really hard to get a good English roast without a reservation. When I read the reviews about how good the food is here and how nice the owner is, I thought I'd walk in and see if she would have mercy on me. She (understandably) told me I could sit and eat, but that she would need the table back in 40 minutes. It wasn't hard to finish that quickly when it was so delicious! Thank you Ffiona for making space for me last minute. I'll see you on my next trip across the pond! PS: you make a meeeeean old fashioned!

I'm visiting London and was looking for a nice walk to dinner from my hotel. The other reviews are spot on! I got the traditional fish and chips. Giant piece of fish (skin on) and the best chips I've had in London! The service was perfect and you could tell everyone was enjoying their meals. Highly recommend, especially if you're looking for vegan options. They had plenty, in addition to fish, pork, chicken, etc.

The food was so delicious and the service was wonderful. The food came out very fast as well! Highly recommend this place and homey atmosphere.

Charming little spot in west Kensington. Possibly the best ever chicken Kiev. Delicious mock tails so woke up feeling refreshed.

This was our first dinner in London and we did not regret it at all. We had curious beer and a mixed drink. We started with scallops and they were devoured and melted in your mouth. I ordered the lamb with mash and my husband ordered veal with butternut squash. The lamb was so delicate and paired well with the mash. The veal with mushroom sauce was cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth. Bread was served with butter as well. We also ordered the sticky toffee pudding with ice cream and mocha cake with whipped cream. It was a magnificent way to end dinner. We also ordered mint tea and a black coffee. The mint tea was real mint and it was perfect. The service matched the exquisite spot and we were served by Ffiona herself. What an awesome experience to meet the owner of the place. It is definitely a local and charming spot.

Delicious, authentic British food, excellent service, charming atmosphere. Will definitely revisit on our next trip to London! Thank you, Ffiona!

We had the Lamb and Cod dish Both were great and on top frindly service Makes it a great dinner

If you don't dine at Fiona's during your visit to London you are missing out on a true London experience. Ffiona greets you immediately as if you were family. She's the only server AND owner. She sits with you as she writes down your order. The menus is written on the wall in chalk and has the most amazing selections. I had the fish and chips. And my husband had the chicken Kiev. Both were absolutely delicious. Some tables are large enough to sit with strangers and that's also what makes this place so charming and unique. Ffiona sits and chats with every table. We also had the STP...Sticky toffee pudding. Go here! It's wonderful, amazing, and very British.

Ffiona's is the neighborhood restaurant everyone wished they had just down the street from where they live. Although it was our first time, it came highly recommended and exceeded our expectations. From the warmth of the staff and service to the country-kitchen feel and linen wallpaper, Ffiona's seems quickly familiar. The food was fabulous! It is a cozy corner of Britain set in the heart of Kensington.

This place was good! The atmosphere was very comfy and the service was good. Traditional Fish n' Chips: I had to eat this dish very quickly since I did not want the fish to lose its crispiness. The fish included skin, which I haven't seen at other fish and chip places. The fries were really thick and tasted great. I wasn't a fan of the mushy peas. After coming here, I became more wary of ordering mushy peas at other restaurants. Rump of Lamb: The lamb (medium) was tasty. It was juicy and cut into four pieces. You could ask them to cook it to a certain degree of doneness. It came with mint sauce as well as cranberry jelly which went well with the lamb. The mashed potatoes with onions side dish just tasted ok. This place was a little pricey but it was nice to try something more traditional.

Had so much fun. Went to visit for a BDay celebration. Great place. Great atmosphere. Awesome staff. Would definitely go back.

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After a couple of cancellations was ably to dine at Ffiona's. Small little treasure that will not disappoint. The chicken Kiev, fish and ships, appetizers and desserts are awesome!! Owner and staff are fun and entertaining. Will surely go back next time I'm in London!!

My uncle recommended this restaurant to us and now I know why - Fffiona's has some of the best service, food and drinks in London. Ffiona made us feel at home almost immediately and like we had known her for years. The drinks and food were just as great as the service. I highly recommend!

Great food great host best restaurant I've eaten at in London. The restaurant is well decorated and the candle light provides a great atmosphere.

I've been living in London for a few months now and have been sadly unimpressed by the lack of quality restaurant eats and the uninspired chains. That's why Ffiona's was SUCH a treat and a joy. Finally, a cozy restaurant that serves amazing, hearty meals using the loveliest ingredients. It's a great spot for a date night or special occasion dinner. It's cozy inside, with mood lighting from candles that make you feel like you could be anywhere- a cute little French bistro or soothing country setting. Your own getaway without leaving London! The food was incredible and decadent. I ordered the rump of welsh lamb (medium) and every piece of meat was sheer melt in your mouth perfection. The swordfish was also really good and light with a spicy tang. I will be returning hungrier than I was before to make room for dessert and because my boyfriend is a huge fan of chicken kiev. Thank you Ffiona's for serving ambiance and delightful dining at an affordable price!

We are in London for a wedding. We went to a recommended place to eat only to find they closed early. We were walking to another place when we saw Ffiona's. It didn't look like much but when we opened the door we were "warmly" welcomed by Ffiona herself. We were seated and Ffiona went through her menu options. There is no paper menu except for drinks. Items are listed on a blackboard. Ffiona described in detail how they were seasoned and cooked. This is British cuisine with a flare plus Ffiona is a budding comedienne. The atmosphere was like being in someone's home. Prices were reasonable. We will definitely visit again.

Absolute gem! We were so happy when we called (last minute) for a reservation and got in. Down home cooking at a friendly budget and that takes your breath away! Ffiona was absolutely wonderful to us and we're a mixed couple of girls so I'm not sure about the complaints on discrimination. Word to the wise: listen to what is being offered, she means what she's saying if something is good or recommended. And, we're the travelers in her house so take it easy, enjoy some wine and order some delicious food, everything else will fall into place. We had so much fun we made a new friend for life. I'm so thrilled we decided to come in despite the few scary reviews. We ordered: half bottle of white wine, fizzy water, scallops for appetizer, chicken Kiev, an assortment of sides, the special seafood stew, and last but not least, sticky toffee pudding. Everything is a must order.

Wonderful gem in Kensington! We had a fantastic dinner for our family and the host and staff were awesome. Food was equally excellent and overall had a great experience - would recommend!