Le Vieux Comptoir is a French restaurant, deli and wine shop at 26 to 28 Moxon Street in Marylebone. Shelves and an extensive cellar surround an intimate dining space where food prepared by French chefs is matched with bottles selected by an experienced wine merchant. The atmosphere suits lunch, dinner, aperitif drinks or a leisurely browse through French produce.
Starters follow familiar bistro traditions through French onion soup, escargots with garlic butter, smoked salmon, terrines and foie gras. Charcuterie boards and salads allow several tastes to be shared, while omelettes and a changing quiche offer simpler choices. The menu is especially appealing to diners who enjoy building a meal around small plates, cured meats and cheese.
Main courses move through comforting French classics such as duck confit, steak tartare, onglet steak and the dish of the day. Raclette and Savoyard cheese fondue place melted cheese at the centre of the table, turning dinner into a sociable experience. Seasonal availability shapes some preparations, keeping the concise selection connected to the produce used by the kitchen.
Wine is fundamental to the restaurant, with a cellar of around 250 wines and Champagnes available from the adjoining shop with a corkage charge for dining in. The team can guide pairings for charcuterie, richer meat dishes and French cheese, or help guests choose a glass for an aperitif. Dessert and cheese provide an appropriately traditional close to a relaxed Marylebone bistro meal.
Address: 26–28 Moxon Street, Marylebone, London W1U 4EU, United Kingdom