Faros Oxford Circus 🇮🇹

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “Food was beautiful and fresh Service was sharp. Andreea was attentive and friendly. It was my birthday and the staff were "told" by my husband and made me feel exceptionally special with a treat and a song.”

• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “We reserved a table at Faros for a pre-theatre supper, and the whole experience, from arrival to departure, was exceptionally well managed. The décor was stylish and the ambience lively without being intrusive. Front-of-house training clearly receives considerable attention. A trainee was accompanied and supported by Ritik, our waiter, as she took our order. The trainee inadvertently spilt some water on the table, but immediately apologised and dealt with it efficiently. The maître d’, who had noticed what had happened from a distance, also came over to apologise and check that we had not been inconvenienced. We were particularly impressed by both the courtesy shown to us and the supportive way in which the trainee was treated. The food and drinks menus offered a good selection of traditional favourites alongside some less familiar dishes, with plenty of choice for everyone in our family. The cocktails were excellently prepared, both in taste and presentation, and together with the wine and soft drinks set the tone very nicely for the evening. Our main courses, desserts and coffees maintained the same high standard, with excellent flavours and smart but unfussy presentation. The Truffle Pasta and Rigatoni alla Siciliana were the standout dishes, the latter containing a generous amount of beautifully tender, slow-cooked lamb. Dining at Faros was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Prices are slightly higher than some restaurants, but we felt they were fully justified by the quality of the food, service and overall experience.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·1 month ago

  “We had a fantastic time! Ozzy treated us like royalty and was incredibly kind and helpful throughout our visit. The food was absolutely to die for—we all ordered the mushroom pappardelle and loved every bite. Since we were starving after travelling from Liverpool, Chef Api kindly sent over some olives to tide us over, which was such a thoughtful touch. Huge congratulations and compliments to Chef Api! Thank you so much for an amazing experience. We’ll definitely be back and will be recommending you to all our friends and family.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·3 months ago

  “What an incredible dining experience! The food was absolutely amazing. I had the Pollo alla Milanese followed by the homemade tiramisu, and both were outstanding. Every dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavour. What truly made our visit unforgettable, though, was our waitress, Andreea. She was one of the kindest, warmest, and most attentive waitresses I’ve had the pleasure of being served by. Nothing was too much trouble, she was incredibly accommodating, and she regularly checked in to make sure we had everything we needed without ever being intrusive. Her genuine care and exceptional service made us feel so welcome. A huge thank you to everyone involved, from the talented chefs and hardworking kitchen staff to Andreea and the rest of the front of house team. I can’t recommend this restaurant highly enough. We’ll definitely be back!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “A very organized and popular restaurant. I highly recommend booking in advance as it was full when I arrived and I was lucky to find a table. The food was delicious and the drinks were perfectly balanced. As a Muslim traveler, I was concerned about the ingredients, but the waiter, Ritik, was incredibly helpful. He guided me through the menu, pointing out dishes that contained alcohol (wine) or pork, which I truly appreciated. Since the indoor area was fully booked, I sat in the outdoor seating area. It was very comfortable because of the overhead heaters—I didn't feel the cold at all, and the food stayed warm. The dish I ordered was very creamy and rich in cheese; while it was tasty, it was a bit much for me as I’m not a huge fan of cheese. I will definitely visit again to try different dishes. Highly recommended!"”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Had such a lovely experience at this Italian restaurant in London. What truly made the evening special was the incredibly friendly and welcoming staff. Even the manager came by to check if everything was good, which we really appreciated. We were served by Gabi, such a sweet and kind waitress, who made the experience even more memorable. The Tiramisu and Chocolate Lava Cake were honestly the best we’ve had in London. I’d also highly recommend the Ragu pasta — absolutely delicious. Will definitely be coming back!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·4 months ago

  “Booked Faros Restaurant on Oxford Circus for our anniversary dinner and it turned out to be such a lovely experience from start to finish. Booking through OpenTable was quick and hassle-free, and when we arrived, we were given a really nice table which made the evening feel even more special. The service throughout the night was top notch. Our server, Luca, was incredibly attentive, friendly, and welcoming, always making sure we were comfortable and enjoying our meal. The guest relations officer was also very warm and accommodating, which added to the great atmosphere of the restaurant. The food was excellent and definitely satisfied our Italian food cravings. I ordered the truffle pasta which was absolutely delicious — rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. My partner had the linguine allo scoglio, and the sun-dried tomato sauce complemented the seafood beautifully. We also ordered the fresh seabass, and you could really tell how fresh it was; the fish was tender, delicate, and cooked perfectly. A really thoughtful touch from the restaurant was the complimentary glasses of prosecco they gave us for our anniversary, which made us feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated. The homemade peach iced tea and lemonade were both refreshing and paired really well with the meal. To finish, we had the homemade tiramisu and espresso affogato, and both desserts were fantastic — the perfect ending to a wonderful dinner. Overall, Faros delivers not only amazing food but also exceptional hospitality and atmosphere. We’ll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great Italian restaurant in London.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·5 months ago

  “We are tourists from Thailand visiting London for the first time. That was a wonderful dinner. We were seated outside cuz we didn’t make a reservation in advance, but the weather was pleasantly cool. I would recommend making a reservation if you prefer a table indoors. For this meal, we were looked after by a staff member named Maryam. She provided excellent service, was very friendly, and made us feel comfortable. She recommended several popular dishes, all of which were absolutely delicious—we finished every plate. It was a truly impressive dining experience.”

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• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “It was a great pleasure to have dinner in Faros! The meal, pasta, and tiramisu were extremely delicious, the atmosphere was elegant, and the staff were so friendly and interested in guests. I am specifically grateful to Andreea, for her kindness ♥️ I will always remember the way she served vanilla ice cream for my bd, as it was very kind to notice!”

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• G

  Google user

  ·7 months ago

  “Italian Mediterranean - our last meal in London before flying home. It was the perfect ending - the restaurant had a lovely swish & relaxed vibe. The standout was our waiter, the restaurant manager - Alican - charming, so switched on & brilliant at his job. He took the initiative to make dish recommendations, which I always appreciate. He had a sense of humour & was interested in us, making appropriate conversation. We were thinking of ordering Calamari Fritti, but he recommended we try the Prawns with Asparagus & Artichoke. It was SO delicious. Wayne’s Chicken Breast with Rocket was excellent, & my Pappardelle Beef Ragu was exquisite. Large portions - I couldn’t finish my pasta. We had the perfect simple salad as a side. Drinks - I always appreciate good non-alcoholic offerings. The homemade Lemonade was so good - I was even offered a sample 1st to make sure I liked it. Alican offered Wayne a Lemoncello on the house to end our dining experience. How very sweet!”

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