Buvette, London WC2: ‘It’s actually rather lovely’ – restaurant review | Grace Dent on restaurants

Buvette, a London offshoot of a popular New York brasserie, has opened in Neal’s Yard, Covent Garden, bringing a touch of French glamour to an area known for holistic therapies and healthy eateries. The restaurant, described as appealing to the 'Emily in Paris generation,' features a French-inspired menu with dishes like croque monsieur, rillettes de saumon, and salade niçoise, along with French drinks and pastries. This establishment is the London branch of Jody Williams’ West Village gastrothèque, offering 25 dishes, none priced above £18. While Buvette presents itself as a fresh concept, the reviewer suggests it echoes the style of earlier, more mainstream French-inspired restaurants like Café Rouge, offering a non-intimidating version of French dining.