Faros Holborn

4.8

929 Reviews

£26 to £40

Italian

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2 people

Jan 21, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 45 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Located in the heart of London, Faros is a modern, new restaurant with a fresh outtake on a mixture of Mediterranean and Italian cuisines. Our ethos ‘Flavours of the Sun’ sounds as warming as it tastes, and will leave you reminiscing that beautiful Mediterranean island. With our passion for food, filled with colour and culture, we will bring the freshness and quality to your plate.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
020 7209 9380
Website
http://farosrestaurant.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
57 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8PP
Neighborhood
Holborn
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Chancery Lane is 5 minutes walking distance.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Popular dishes

Focaccine (VG) £10.90
Our special bread with garlic/rosemary and tomato sauce
Minestrone Soup (VG) £9.90
Freshly made traditional Italian vegetable soup
Caprese (V) £10.50
Buffalo Mozzarella and tomatoes
Bruschettas £10.90
Tomatoes and parma ham
Con Gamberi E Carciofi £17.90
Prawns with garlic & chilly and white wine sauce served with artichokes and asparagus
Calamari Fritti £16.50
Tender pieces of deep fried calamari with a tartar sauce
Octopus Carpaccio £18.50
Thin slices of octopus served with green salad, fennel, asparagus, pink peppers
Il Salmone Con Il Caviale £18.50
Slices of smoked salmone serves with caviar, capers, chives, fennel, blood orange
Prosciutto Mozzarella £13.90
Parma ham & mozzarella, rocket and basil oil
Beef Carpaccio £18.90
New | Thinly sliced raw beef drizzled with lemon juice and olive oil,rocket and parmesan
Tagliere Di Formaggi (V) £19.90
Selection of Italian cheese with nuts and dry fruits
Antipasto Misto £20.90
Parma ham, salame milano, bresaola, coppa nostrana

Salad

Rocket & Parmesan (V)£9.90
Beetroot Carpaccio (V) £17.90
Thin slices beetroot served with goat cheese, orange and walnuts
Caesar Salad £16.50
Lettuce salad and crunchy croutons with creamy garlic sauce *Con Gamberi: with prawns *Con Pollo: with chicken breast
Burrata Salad (V) £15.50
Burrata cheese with beef tomato, cherry tomato and almonds
Insalata di Carciofi crudi con avocado (V) £16.90
New | Artichoke salad with avocado & parmesan shavings
Insalata di Salmone £17.90
Mixed greens, cherry tomato, avocado, caperberries and smoked salmon

Side

Italian Olives (VG) £5.50
Large green Nocellara olives from Sicily
Baby Romain Lettuce (VG) £5.90
Served with lemon and mustard sauce
Le Patatine (VG) £5.90
Slim cut french fries.
- *Truffle oil and parmesan + £1.00
Green Bowl (VG) £7.50
Broccoli, beans
New Insalata Al Pomodoro (VG) £9.90
Thin slices of heritage tomatoes, red onion, chives and radish
Homemade Garlic Bread (VG) £10.90
- With cheese £1.00

Pizza

All our dough is made fresh on site and fermented 48 hours.

Margherita (V) £16.50
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil, olive oil
L’Affumicata £21.50
Smoked buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce, salami milano, spianata piccante
Pepperoni £18.90
Pepperoni, mozzarella and tomato sauce
Quattro Formaggi (V) £19.90
Four cheeses: gorgonzola, mozzarella, provolone piccante, parmesan, olive oil
La Fungosa (V) £20.50
Portobello mushrooms, gorgonzola, mozzarella, truffle oil
Meat Delizia £21.50
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, meat balls, bacon, pepperoni, onion, garlic oil
Quattro Stagioni £21.50
Parma Ham, portobello mushrooms, olives, artichokes, mozzarella, tomato sauce
La Calabrese £21.50
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, nduja (spicy), pancetta, provolone piccante, red onion, basil, olive oil
Burrata Pizza £23.90
Burrata, parma ham, rocket, mozzarella, tomato sauce
Truffle Pizza (V) £26.90
New | A base of rich white truffle paste, creamy mozzarella and gorgonzola cheese, with a drizzle of truffle oil and shavings of fresh truffle.

Pasta

Alternatively you can ask gluten free options of pasta.

Penne All Arrabiata (VG) £16.50
Chili, garlic, parsley & tomato sauce
Spaghetti Carbonara £19.90
Spaghetti with bacon, egg, cream & parmesan cheese
Fresh Pappardelle Ai Funghi£21.90
Pappardelle with Portobello mushrooms, shimeji mushroom, garlic, onions, balsamic, chili flakes & parmesan
Tagliatelle Burrata (V) £23.50
Tagliatelle with basil tomato sauce, burrata, chili and garlic
Fresh Pappardelle Beef Ragu £29.90
Rich, slow cooked (6 hours) shredded beef ragu with garlic & chilly, red wine sauce
Fresh Truffle Pasta (V) £29.90
Tagliatelle with butter, black pepper, parmesan and fresh truffle
Linguine Allo Scoglio £25.50
Prawns, squids and sun dried tomatoes, chilli & garlic

Risotto

Risotto Ai Funghi Porcini (V)£24.90
Risotto with porcini mushrooms, garlic and parmesan cheese
Risotto Mare £27.90
Risotto with prawns, squid, clams, chilli, garlic and tomato sauce
Risotto Truffle (V) £29.90
Risotto with fresh truffle, garlic and parmesan cheese

Main Course

Pollo Alla Milanese £21.50
Chicken breast in breadcrumbs served with rocket salad
Pollo Ai Funghi Porcini £26.90
Chicken breast with creamy porcini sauce served with mashed potato and almond flakes
Sea Bass £31.50
Sea Bass with lemon butter caper sauce served with broccoli, green beans and tomatoes
Filetto Di Manzo Ai Porcini £38.90
Premium Scottish Beef Fillet with porcini mushroom sauce served with chips and asparagus

(V) Vegetarian | (VG) Vegan

If you have any food or drink allergies or intolerances please speak to a member of our staff before placing your order. %12.5 Discretionary service charge will be added to your bill.

What 929 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End London
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Faros Holborn offers a heartwarming Italian dining experience with "amazing service", delicious food, and a cozy ambiance. Guests rave about "wonderful" staff, standout dishes like homemade tiramisu and truffle pasta, and a charming atmosphere. It's a "neighbourhood gem" ideal for special occasions, with attentive service making every visit memorable.

929 Reviews

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James
Essex
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible food, service was quick, cocktails were lovely, and the staff were so friendly. A thoroughly enjoyable evening and great value for money.
Faros HolbornResponded 2 days ago
Dear James, Heartfelt thanks for your wonderful review of our restaurant. Your positive feedback regarding our food, cocktails and staff motivates us to continue delivering exceptional dining experiences to all our guests. We look forward to seeing you soon. Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Alan
Liverpool
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great evening our waitress was fantastic
Faros HolbornResponded 2 days ago
Dear Alan, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad to hear you had a great evening and that your family catch-up was a special one with us. We truly appreciate you choosing Faros Holborn for such an important occasion. Dilek will be thrilled to know that she made your experience fantastic. We look forward to welcoming you soon. Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Steve
Bath
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service, food and drink was of high quality. The venue is small but staff are really friendly and professional. Food was delicious!! Thank you
Faros HolbornResponded 2 days ago
Dear Steve, We are delighted to read your positive review of our restaurant. Your words of praise for our delicious food, drinks and professional service have made our day brighter. Thank you for being our valued guest! We look forward to seeing you soon. Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Aoife
VIP
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
An amazing Italian restaurant with the best burrata pasta I have ever had! Highly recommend
Faros HolbornResponded 3 days ago
Dear Aoife, Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Tagliatelle Burrata pasta – it’s one of our favorites too! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to have you back soon. Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Karun
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service, Dilek was an amazing host and really enjoyed our time.
Faros HolbornResponded 3 days ago
Dear Karun, Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and service, and we’ll be sure to pass on your compliments to Dilek. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Adeline
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I’ve had a great time at Faros Holborn. Special thanks to Kartik who’s been very nice to me tonight I’ve got only one comment: it was very noisy..
Faros HolbornResponded 4 days ago
Dear Adeline, Thank you for your kind words and for spending time with us at Faros Holborn! We’re delighted to hear you had a great time and that Kartik made your evening special – we’ll be sure to pass along your appreciation. We also appreciate your feedback about the noise and will look into ways to make the atmosphere more comfortable for everyone. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Jamie
VIP
Tampa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dinner The. truffle pasta was divine- rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. The panna cotta was the perfect balance of silky and sweet, a true indulgence. Eggy's service was exceptional - attentive, friendly, and made the entire dining experience unforgettable. Highly recommend!
Faros HolbornResponded 4 days ago
Dear Jamie, Thank you for your amazing feedback! We’re so pleased to hear that you loved the Fresh Truffle Pasta and Salted Caramel Panna Cotta – they are definitely some of our favorites too! Eggy will be delighted to know their service made your dining experience extra special. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable meal. Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Elana
Norfolk/Suffolk
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My partner and I have re visited here on numerous occasions and have never had a bad meal. Every time the food is exemplary as well as the wonderful staff. Our favourite Italian in London.
Faros HolbornResponded 6 days ago
Dear Elana, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you and your partner have enjoyed your visits with us so much. It's always a pleasure to have returning guests, and we're happy to know that both the food and service have consistently met your expectations. We can’t wait to welcome you back for many more memorable meals! Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Diana
West Sussex
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very good place to meet friends for a catchup plus good food and wine. The service was friendly and efficient.
Faros HolbornResponded 4 days ago
Dear Diana, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed catching up with friends at our place and that the food, wine, and service made it a memorable experience. We are glad to read that the service was friendly and efficient. We look forward to hosting you again soon! Best wishes, Faros Holborn
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Tana
St. Louis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great ambience. Had a very helpful host who made the experience very lovely. Besides 2 of the hosts *audibly* whispering about my rear when I was walking down the stairs - it was a great experience.
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FAQs

Faros Holborn does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

Faros Holborn is rated 4.8 stars by 929 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 21, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

57 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8PP

Additional information

Neighborhood
Holborn
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Chancery Lane is 5 minutes walking distance.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://farosrestaurant.co.uk/
Phone number
020 7209 9380

Faros Holborn

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Pepperoni

Fresh Truffle Pasta (V)

Spaghetti Carbonara

Starter

Focaccine (VG) £10.90

Minestrone Soup (VG) £9.90

Caprese (V) £10.50

Bruschettas £10.90

Con Gamberi E Carciofi £17.90

Calamari Fritti £16.50

Octopus Carpaccio £18.50

Il Salmone Con Il Caviale £18.50

Prosciutto Mozzarella £13.90

Beef Carpaccio £18.90

Tagliere Di Formaggi (V) £19.90

Antipasto Misto £20.90

Salad

Rocket & Parmesan (V)£9.90

Beetroot Carpaccio (V) £17.90

Caesar Salad £16.50

Burrata Salad (V) £15.50

Insalata di Carciofi crudi con avocado (V) £16.90

Insalata di Salmone £17.90

Side

Italian Olives (VG) £5.50

Baby Romain Lettuce (VG) £5.90

Le Patatine (VG) £5.90

Green Bowl (VG) £7.50

New Insalata Al Pomodoro (VG) £9.90

Homemade Garlic Bread (VG) £10.90

Pizza

Margherita (V) £16.50

L’Affumicata £21.50

Pepperoni £18.90

Quattro Formaggi (V) £19.90

La Fungosa (V) £20.50

Meat Delizia £21.50

Quattro Stagioni £21.50

La Calabrese £21.50

Burrata Pizza £23.90

Truffle Pizza (V) £26.90

Pasta

Penne All Arrabiata (VG) £16.50

Spaghetti Carbonara £19.90

Fresh Pappardelle Ai Funghi£21.90

Tagliatelle Burrata (V) £23.50

Fresh Pappardelle Beef Ragu £29.90

Fresh Truffle Pasta (V) £29.90

Linguine Allo Scoglio £25.50

Risotto

Risotto Ai Funghi Porcini (V)£24.90

Risotto Mare £27.90

Risotto Truffle (V) £29.90

Main Course

Pollo Alla Milanese £21.50

Pollo Ai Funghi Porcini £26.90

Sea Bass £31.50

Filetto Di Manzo Ai Porcini £38.90

(V) Vegetarian | (VG) Vegan

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Faros Holborn offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Faros Holborn currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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