85 Maple Rd, Surbiton, KT6 4AW
Harden's survey result
Summary
“A local treasure” – Eric & Sarah Guignard’s long-established “little gem” in “a tree-lined road 10 minutes walk from Surbiton station” (“handy if you wish to enjoy their brilliant wine list”) remains a shining and much commented-on beacon in the ’burbs. “Eric and his team consistently create high-class modern French cuisine while Sarah and her front-of-house team provide very professional, very genuine service – dining here is first-class”. Even those who note “the somewhat unpromising shape of the room” say it “continues to provide an excellent experience year after year” and one that’s “very good value”. Top Tip – “they also have a great little pastry counter next door”.
Summary
“Consistently outstanding” – Eric & Sarah Guignard’s “cosy” backstreet gem has provided Surbiton’s contribution to London gastronomy for over two decades now. Their “professional and amiable” team deliver “confident”, “high-end” Gallic cuisine in a low-key but “delightfully decorated” space. In the words of a diner, who crossed town (from Watford!): “worth the very long, 3-hour drive for us… great crispy pig’s head and ham hock: excellent lamb assiette and the broccoli in a chickpea batter with pistou dressing was outstanding as part of a first-class culinary experience!”.
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“A perpetual favourite that never fails to deliver!” – Eric and Sarah Guignard are celebrating twenty years at their “delightful” suburban “gem”, whose quality is a surprise, given its unassuming “neighbourhood” looks and its nondescript location, lost in the streets of Surbiton. In particular, its French cuisine is “splendid”, with a good selection of dishes that contain lots of interest without becoming over-wrought. “Keen prices” add further to its attractions (for example, the option of a six-course tasting menu for £45). “A bonus is their bread and patisserie shop next door, which also supplies the restaurant with delicious bread” (see The French Tarte).
Summary
“Eric and Sarah Guignard continue to command a loyal following with their innovative modern French cuisine, relaxed and friendly hospitality and carefully chosen wine list” at this long-standing bright spark in the ’burbs: “a surprising find” (if a “cramped” one) for first timers, providing “amazing value in the heart of suburbia”. As one of Surrey’s better restaurants, it commands a much-more-than-local clientele: “we travel for at least one and a half hours by car/taxi then train to eat here; if we lived closer we would dine at TFT at least twice a month”. Top Top – “lunch is a steal that’s well worth braving Surbiton for”.
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Owner's description
The French Table showcases contemporary French cooking in a laid back and comfortable setting. Located in the leafy suburb of Surbiton it provides the local neighbourhood with a great place to eat time and again, and for those coming from further afield, the exemplary cooking and friendly, professional service makes it worth the trip.
Open for Lunch Tuesday-Saturday 12-2pm, Dinner Tuesday- Saturday 6.30-9pm
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £40.00 | £48.00 |  |
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| Dinner | £55.00 | £62.00 | |
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| Cost | Availability | Courses | |
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| Menu1 | 55.00 | Lunch only | 5 |
| Menu2 | 70.00 | Dinner only | 5 |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.50 |
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| Service | 12.50% |
Restaurant details
The French Table Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Well prepared and served French inspired food. The room is rather narrow. Overall good but not quite as good as some reviews"
"Comfortable and highly competent neighbourhood restaurant; reasonably price lunch menu with interesting wine list."
"Still our local favourite. High quality french. And kept us going through Covid with their superb part prepared meals... thank you!"
"Probably old fashioned "
85 Maple Rd, Surbiton, KT6 4AW
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Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm, 6:30 pm‑9:30 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
