Zedel
This grand French brasserie occupies a magnificent Art Deco basement that once housed the Regent Palace Hotel's ballroom. The space combines affordable Parisian-style dining with regular cabaret performances and late-night piano bar sessions.
About Zedel
## The Setting
The dramatic descent down marble stairs reveals one of London's most impressive dining rooms, a sweeping Art Deco space with soaring ceilings, golden columns, and period details that transport diners to 1930s Paris. The scale is genuinely breathtaking, accommodating hundreds of covers without feeling impersonal.
## The Food
Classic French brasserie fare dominates the extensive menu, executed with precision despite the volume. The plateau de fruits de mer showcases exceptional value, while dishes like steak frites and moules marinières deliver authentic flavors. The wine list focuses on accessible French bottles that complement the hearty cooking style perfectly.
## The Entertainment
Zedel's cabaret program brings genuine theatrical flair to the dining experience. The intimate Bar Américain hosts jazz performances and cabaret acts several evenings per week, while the main dining room occasionally transforms for larger musical performances. The programming strikes an elegant balance between sophistication and accessibility.
## The Experience
Service operates with French brasserie efficiency, handling the constant turnover of tables while maintaining genuine warmth. Late evening visits offer the most atmospheric experience, when the lighting creates dramatic shadows across the vast space and the pace becomes more leisurely. Reservations are recommended for dinner, though the bar accepts walk-ins.