The Folly

Description

Escape to the Folly & relax in this botanically inspired haven from the Drake & Morgan Collection. Wander through our garden lounge & flower shop or dine at the chef’s table. A sanctuary of calm, our unique private dining room, deli, & collection of private vaults make the perfect retreat for entertaining friends.

Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner & drinks, the Folly can meet your needs any time of the day. There are a wide range of both classic & quirky cocktails alongside a large wine list. Sharing plates and bar snacks are available alongside a carefully crafted seasonal menu, whilst music & a late license until the early hours on Thursday & Friday make the Folly the perfect place to start & end the party.

The Folly boasts multiple private and semi-private areas, an interior alfresco terrace, basement vaults, a private dining room, florist and plenty of kitsch, whimsical inspired styling which goes some way to making it a really fresh place to eat or drink. Whether it's a glass of rose with a charcuterie board that takes your fancy or a blow out dinner and drinks party, it's all there. 

Offers

Offer Availability
Premium Mixology Classes
Our Premium Mixo includes two cocktails, a individual platter with nibbles for 54.95pp
Monday 11:00 – 17:00
Tuesday 11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday 11:00 – 16:00
Thursday 11:00 – 15:00
Friday 11:00 – 17:00
Saturday 12:00 – 17:00
Sunday 12:00 – 18:00
Thanksgiving Menu
Hey there pumpkin! Kick start the festive season with our four course Thanksgiving feast menu from £49.95.
Monday 12:00 – 20:00
Tuesday 12:00 – 20:00
Wednesday 12:00 – 20:00
Thursday 12:00 – 20:00
Friday 12:00 – 20:00

Info

  • London - Christmas Lunch, London - Christmas Dinner, London - Drinks and Finger Food
  • Taking Bookings
  • Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilets
  • No Door Charge

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 7:30 23:00
Tuesday 7:30 23:00
Wednesday 7:30 23:00
Thursday 7:30 0:00
Friday 7:30 0:00
Saturday 9:00 0:00
Sunday 10:00 22:00

Special opening hours

Day Open Close Notes
Wednesday 25th December 2024 - -
Thursday 26th December 2024 10:00 20:00
Tuesday 24th December 2024 10:00 20:00
Friday 18th April 2025 10:00 22:00
Monday 21st April 2025 10:00 22:00
Monday 5th May 2025 10:00 22:00
Monday 26th May 2025 10:00 22:00
Monday 25th August 2025 10:00 22:00
Friday 26th December 2025 10:00 22:00

Location

Address

The Folly, 41, Gracechurch Street, EC3V 0BT

Area

City of London

Nearest Station

Monument (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves British, Pub Food, Brunch, European, Burgers, Breakfast, Small Plates, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly and Christmas Lunch/Dinner food.

  • A word from the chef:

    The Folly is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers an exciting a la carte menu in a striking setting. Sharing plates and bar snacks are available alongside creative cocktails and a large wine list. For a light lunch try their chargrilled tuna salad with green papaya, cucumber, peanuts & lime dressing or tuck into a buttermilk chicken burger with chipotle mayonnaise.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Private Dining Room Private Room 35 60 - - -

The Folly is the ideal venue to hold a special event, catering for everything from small parties to corporate events & weddings. It’s also a great spot for product launches, after-show & wrap parties, fashion shoots, music videos & celebrity interviews.

The exclusive private dining room, seating up to 35 guests (70 standing) boasts beautiful floral wallpaper and hidden alcoves filled with candles.

Deli Only Private Room 0 40 - - -

The relaxing Deli space will give your next gathering a one-of-a-kind feel. The space is perfect for all kinds of events - be it a small meetup with friends, birthday celebration, engagement party, or any other occasion, the Deli is the place.

The space is suitable for up to 40 guests for a standing reception. Please note that this space can be hired out for standing parties only.

Deli & Garden Private Room 25 70 - - -

The relaxing garden vibes of the Garden & Deli space will give your next gathering a one-of-a-kind feel. The space is perfect for all kinds of events - be it a small meetup with friends, birthday celebration, engagement party, or any other occasion, the Deli is the place.

The space is suitable for up to 70 guests for a standing reception. Please note that this space can be hired out for standing parties only.

Basement Hire Basement Space 120 350 - - -

The lower ground bar provides curved leather booths – great for meetings over a couple of cocktails or for a Saturday night party.

Menus, inspired by seasonal, British food, are crafted by Executive Chef, each influenced by the latest trends here in London & across the globe. Open seven days a week, work your way through the carefully crafted menu from breakfast, brunch & lunch right through to dinner & late night bites.

Restaurant Area 150 250 - - -

he ground floor is home to a large bar and dining area which sees heavy wooden bench tables set against contemporary bar stools to create an open-plan feel where guests can watch the theatre of the kitchen. The deli/mixology space which offers cocktail masterclasses is a perfect gateway during a party or a networking event.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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