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.
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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 |
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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 |
| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
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| 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 |
| Day | Open | Close | Notes |
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| 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 |
Address
The Folly, 41, Gracechurch Street, EC3V 0BT
Area
City of London
Nearest Station
Monument (Tube)
| Name | Type | Capacity Seated |
Capacity Standing |
Cost | Min spend Midweek* |
Min spend Weekend* |
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| Private Dining Room | Private Room | 35 | 60 | - | - | - | |
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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. |
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| Deli Only | Private Room | 0 | 40 | - | - | - | |
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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. |
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| Deli & Garden | Private Room | 25 | 70 | - | - | - | |
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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. |
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| Basement Hire | Basement Space | 120 | 350 | - | - | - | |
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The lower ground bar provides curved leather booths – great for meetings over a couple of cocktails or for a Saturday night party. |
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| Restaurant Area | 150 | 250 | - | - | - | ||
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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. |
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* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.
The Folly London – Restaurant Bar Review
Awash with kitsch intricacies and gentle juxtaposition, The Folly is a welcome slice of twee amongst the hubbub of the City. Spying the infamous secret garden and twinkling fairy lights from the doors of Santander across the road, the draw of this magical kingdom of gastronomical wonder had grown too…
