An eleven-year love story returns to Covent Garden this November as Chez Antoinette, the cherished family-run French restaurant co-owned by husband-and-wife duo Aurélia and Jean-Baptiste Noël-Delclos reopens on Monday 10th November following an elegant redesign and extension.
First opened by Aurélia in 2014, Chez Antoinette Covent Garden quickly became a local favourite for its warmth, generosity, and unmistakable French spirit. Eleven years on, the couple unveil a reimagined space that captures the essence of art de vivre — blending the soul of a Lyonnais café with the refinement of a Parisian townhouse. Soft fabrics, brass accents, and antique mirrors set the tone for intimate gatherings, while a new open kitchen and pâtisserie counter bring the theatre of French dining to life.
Reopening with a renewed focus on heartfelt, traditional French cooking, Chez Antoinette introduces a new bistro-style evening menu featuring French classics such as boeuf bourguignon, onion soup, escargots, foie gras, and terrine, all inspired by Aurélia’s grandmother Antoinette and her authentic home-style recipes. Every dish reflects Aurélia’s deep passion for French cuisine and the emotional connection she brings to her craft. Having poured years of care into both the design and atmosphere of Chez Antoinette, Aurélia has created a space where guests don’t just dine, they feel something. The result is a warm, inviting experience that’s as personal as it is delicious.
With terrace tables overlooking the Market Piazza and a newly expanded dining room, Chez Antoinette once again takes its place at the heart of Covent Garden life — a space where locals, theatre-goers, and visitors gather to experience the warmth, familiarity, and joy of simple, heartfelt French food.
Dining and Cooking