Humble Grape Smithfield
“Situated beside the iconic Smithfield Market, Humble Grape Smithfield lies at the heart of one of London’s most historically significant and culturally evolving districts. A proverbial stones throw from Farringdon Station, our small but mighty London wine bar in Smithfield offers a relaxed atmosphere and a range of over 500 artisan wines; all sourced directly from vineyards around the world. We’re one of the few wine shops near Smithfield, so why not pay us a visit? Perfect for post-work drinks, private events or simply dinner with a friend, our menu of sustainable British small plates and platters is guaranteed to hit the spot. And don't forget we're a dog friendly bar and restaurant.”
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About Humble Grape Smithfield
Humble Grape Smithfield is a wine bar at 59 West Smithfield in London, beside Smithfield Market and close to Farringdon Station. The list runs to more than 500 artisan wines sourced directly from vineyards around the world, with bottles lining the room and rosé served chilled by the glass. The kitchen works from a menu of sustainable British small plates and platters. A potato flatbread with aubergines and burrata comes with a hummus dip, and a cauliflower gratin sits alongside the salads. The bar suits after-work drinks or dinner for two, and it also hosts private events. It opens Monday to Friday and closes on Saturdays and Sundays.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention wine selection, cauliflower gratin, potato flatbread with aubergines and lamb dish.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention wine selection, cauliflower gratin, potato flatbread with aubergines and lamb dish.
Featured reviews
- Abena Jones
“Excellent place in a nice sunny location with outdoor space. The staff here are particularly friendly, attentive and hold expert knowledge on wines. I am highly appreciative of the treatment my mother with heal the issues received. The food was excellent - cauliflower gratin is cooked to perfection and the salads are super fresh and tasty. I highly recommend!”
- Georgia Matthews
“Caren was fabulous . She looked after us all night and we cancelled our dinner reservation! What a great night and thank you chefs for all the lovely food”
- Michael
“Wonderful venue, great wine and food as always in the Humble Grape. This venue has amazing staff and super service too. Highly recommend.”
- Sharrol mukendi-klaas
“Beautiful experience, grey wine and great ambiance”
- Claire Darbyshire
“Great food and lovely wine. The waitress is excellent and helps with people who have other needs. Highly recommend too!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often praise the wine, from a perfectly chilled glass of rosé on a hot day to a selection several call great, and the staff who pour it, described as friendly and knowledgeable about wines. Food comes close behind. Diners name the cauliflower gratin cooked to perfection, fresh salads, and a potato flatbread with aubergines alongside a hummus dip with cumin. The setting earns mentions too: a cosy room surrounded by bottles, with outdoor tables on sunny days. Service draws steady credit, with one reviewer noting a waitress who helps guests with other needs and another saying they cancelled their dinner reservation after being looked after all night. Several reviewers say they recommend it. One lunch guest describes the general manager stopping to chat and the chef coming out to explain the lamb dish before they ordered.
Location
Wine bars near Humble Grape Smithfield
- The Winemakers Club4.53890.2 mi£20–60
cheese and charcuterie board, extensive wine list, arches under viaduct
- 0.5 mi
fortnightly wine nights, set menu express lunch, burrata beetroot tomato salad
- El Vino Fleet Street4.31620.5 mi£30–40
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humble Grape Smithfield | 4.991 | — | — | wine selection, cauliflower gratin, potato flatbread with aubergines |
| The Winemakers Club | 4.5389 | 0.2 mi | £20–60 | cheese and charcuterie board, extensive wine list, arches under viaduct |
| Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults | 4.2167 | 0.5 mi | — | fortnightly wine nights, set menu express lunch, burrata beetroot tomato salad |
| El Vino Fleet Street | 4.3162 | 0.5 mi | £30–40 | graham's port, history of the place, cheese plate |
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