Bistro 51

Bistro 51 is the most informal of the Crowne Plaza's London St James's three restaurants. It's a light, bright informal space with pale yellow walls, white linen, posies on each table, and classic Gallic framed posters - a lively, laidback setting for French and British dining (think steak and thin fries, and liver with buttery mash and bacon). Lunch specials are ordered from five chalk board which at night list recommended aperitifs and wines. Very capable service provided by an international team.