Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Finchley Central

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1. French Society

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4.8

Exceptional(23)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Hampstead

Booked 10 times today

Bienvenue à French SocietyA bistro? Yes. But not just any. Parisian charm flirting with modern soul."At the heart of a great restaurant, there are always people… & their dogs!"This new venture is brought to life by the same famille behind Patron in Kentish Town. At its centre is Louis, chef de cuisine & maestro des plats, whose hands have shaped the kitchen at Patron for over 7 years, now bringing his vision to this new chapter, a petite sœur bistro that draws inspiration from its predecessor while embracing a new unique direction.“It’s a place where you’ll want to return to time & time again, to bask in the energy of the crowd, to be a part of a community, or to enjoy a quiet moment alone. It is a place that feels alive & timeless in its warmth, like a perfectly aged Bordeaux—luxurious, but never too proud to share a joke. It’s a place where time seems to linger, where the conversations flow as effortlessly as the wine.”

2. Oliviya

4.7

Exceptional(35)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Hampstead

Booked 8 times today

Discover Oliviya in Hampstead—a Lebanese-inspired gem with vibrant décor and tantalizing aromas. Enjoy mezze platters of hummus and tabbouleh, succulent kebabs, and grilled seafood. The inviting ambiance and attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience in the heart of Hampstead.-We cannot guarantee specific tables that customers ask us however we will try to accommodate everyone needs.-On Weekends there may be maximum duration stay at the restaurant

3. Rossella

4.8

Exceptional(1369)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kentish Town

Booked 10 times today

Rossella is the pride and joy of owner and local Kentish Town resident Luca Meola, the result of family tradition dating back decades:1960: the Meola family opened the first Rossella restaurant in Benevento, Italy, combining products from their family vineyard with their love for food.1978: Luca’s father moved to the UK, made London his home and opened a trattoria where young Luca learned the ropes and discovered his talent for cooking.2011: Luca seized the chance to open his own restaurant aged just nineteen, naming it after the original Rossella restaurant in homage to his roots, and was swiftly embraced by the Kentish Town community. Not only linked by name, they share the same family feel, passion for simple classic Italian dishes with fresh ingredients, not to mention wine from the same family vineyard in Benevento!⭐️ 2018 Opentable Top 100 ⭐️ 2019 Opentable Top 100⭐️ 2020 Opentable Top 100 ⭐️ 2021 Opentable Top 100 ⭐️ 2022 Opentable Top 100⭐️ 2023 Opentable Top 100

4. The Good Reader

4.6

Exceptional(63)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Gastro Pub • Crouch End

Booked 23 times today

The Good Reader - Pub & Kitchen is a local Crouch End family-run pub, offering fresh, seasonal, delicious food with excellent wines, batch-made cocktails and the usual suspects on draught. A la carte & kids menu all week harnessed around the Saturday brunch menu and a good old Sunday lunch. Beer garden and the best sun trap in Crouch End on offer.We are no under 18's after 7:30pm.120 Park RdCrouch EndLondon N8 8JP

5. England's Grace

4.5

Awesome(104)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Regent's Park

Booked 9 times today

England's Grace is an Antipodean-inspired modern European restaurant located on St John's Wood High Street, in the heart of London. Open from breakfast through to dinner, the menus created by Head Chef Rafal, combine seasonal European ingredients with vibrant Australian flavours.Breakfast and lunch provide a laid-back ambiance with a delightful twist on breakfast classics and lunchtime favourites, all with a light Australian approach. During the late afternoon, the restaurant serves freshly-roasted coffee and home-baked cakes. Dinner is a more elevated experience, offering a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere, where you can indulge in a memorable culinary journey. Enjoy beautifully curated dishes showcasing the talent of our highly-trained team of chefs. Elevated simplicity, unparalleled flavours.

6. The Maynard Arms

4.3

Awesome(819)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Crouch End

Booked 16 times today

A modern pub, dining room and garden; celebrating all that's great about the British pub, offering a beautiful a La carte menu for lunch and dinner. Please email us at info@maynardarmsn8.co.uk or call us on 0208 3416283 to speak to us about bookings for more than ten people. We would be more than happy to discuss your requirements with you. CARD PAYMENTS ONLY

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7. Lussmanns Highgate

4.4

Awesome(133)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Highgate

Booked 12 times today

We are the locals’ favourite sustainable restaurant. We are proud to offer relaxed, ethical dining on the high street and I hope you’ll come and enjoy eating with us very soon.

8. Mildreds Camden

4.6

Exceptional(119)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Camden Town

Booked 22 times today

Serving internationally inspired plant-based deliciousness in London for over 35 years. Mildreds is all about fresh, colourful food that’s vibrant and full of flavours. Their six London restaurants, each with their own unique style and personality, offer laid-back and friendly service in a lively atmosphere. Often surprising and seducing hardened carnivores and with all of their dishes vegan and many gluten free, Mildreds offers a warm welcome to all.Recently refurbished Mildreds Camden is the perfect spot for large groups and boasts a large outdoor dining area.

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9. The Bald Faced Stag

4.0

Excellent(698)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • East Finchley

Booked 6 times today

The great British pub is back and it's right at the heart of East Finchley. The Bald Faced Stag pub, on the corner of High Road and East End Road and only a 2 minute walk from East Finchley tube station, is a beautiful pub with hints of old and new creating an amazing contemporary atmosphere throughout the week. With a menu filled with seasonal specials, pub classics and Sunday roasts to knock your socks off, our dining room is a must-visit for foodies around East Finchley and Muswell Hill.We take pride in our huge pub garden, which is available all year round thanks to our heaters and covers. Our beautiful mother tree stands proud in the center and makes for a romantic spot.

10. Patron Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(115)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Kentish Town

Booked 3 times today

Patron Restaurant is a Parisian style brasserie offering a carefully selected list of fine French wines & boutique cocktails alongside France’s most iconic dishes cooked over wood fire. Dinner menu includes classic signature dishes like the crispy duck confit with red wine reduction, hand-cut steak tartare, garlic snails and modern twists such as deep fried dauphinois with sriracha mayonnaise, oysters topped with champagne eggs and plates piled high with guilt-free chocolate mousse. The atmosphere is romantic, friendly and full of authentic French charm, with intimate bistro tables, handmade curved marble-top bar, new large dining room with period features, 1920's spirit lounge & Parisian outdoor terrace. Tables are also available to book for larger groups as well as birthday parties, wedding receptions, photo shoots & private events for up to 120 guests. Set menus, canapé selections, bespoke catering options and event extras like an oyster bar or champagne tower available.

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Ben
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious, friendly, low key…absolutely perfect. Thanks!
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French SocietyPrice: Expensive• French• Hampstead
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4.8
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Grahame
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1st time here for supper before a concert at Kentish Town. Absolute Fab! thank you.
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RossellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kentish Town
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4.8
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Iain
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing food, lovely setting and wonderful staff. Really really enjoyed that meal, hope to go back again soon!
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England's GracePrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Regent's Park
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4.5
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Amelia
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
excellent food and service. Highly recommend. Thank you to the Oliviya Team!
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OliviyaPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Hampstead
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4.7
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Vicky
London •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Wonderful roast dinner and great service. We will definitely come back and try the food mid week too.
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The Good ReaderPrice: Expensive• Gastro Pub• Crouch End
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4.6

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