Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Charing Cross

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1. Gouqi London

4.6

Exceptional(261)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Charing Cross

Booked 7 times today

Chef Owner, Tong Chee Hwee, former Group Executive Head Chef of Hakkasan, has returned to launch Gouqi, an Award-Winning, Fine Dining Chinese restaurant located at 25-34 Cockspur Street, St James's opposite the Canadian Embassy, Trafalgar Square. The restaurant name derives from the goji berry, a symbol of health and vitality that inspires the ethos of the restaurant. Using premium produce sourced from around the globe, the menu offers an abundance of flavours, techniques, and ingredients. The Berri Bar offers Asian inspired cocktails and an eclectic wine list.Gouqi seats 100 guests, including 2 private interconnecting dining rooms; Crimson & Ruby, which seat 10 and 12, or combine to accommodate up to 22 guests.Pre-orders required: Legendary Peking Duck 24hrs, Emperor’s Lobster Soup with Rice Pin Noodle and Crispy Rice 24hrs, Dim Sum Afternoon Tea 24hrs, and Live Norwegian King Crab 72hrs.

A photo of Estiatorio Milos – London restaurant

2. Estiatorio Milos – London

4.8

Exceptional(2238)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Piccadilly

Booked 57 times today

Winner of The Harden’s award for The Best Fish & Seafood London Restaurant of the Year 2017 and OpenTable Dinners Choice Award for the last six years. Recognised as one of the finest Mediterranean seafood restaurants in the world, Estiatorio Milos was founded by acclaimed chef and restaurateur Costas Spiliadis. Milos is celebrated for serving the freshest, most pristine fish flown in daily from the Mediterranean and for sourcing the highest-quality ingredients. The consistently impeccable service and welcoming spirit has made Milos an unparalleled culinary destination in Montreal, New York, Athens, Las Vegas, Miami, Los Cabos, Dubai, London and Milos at Sea.

A photo of Fatto a Mano Covent Garden restaurant

3. Fatto a Mano Covent Garden

4.5

Awesome(243)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Covent Garden

Booked 41 times today

Fatto a Mano serves authentic Neapolitan pizza, sides and more. We use fresh ingredients in a warm, friendly environment. Our dough is made fresh daily and proved slowly, meaning we’re able to use minimal quantities of yeast and our pizzas are light. Our commitment is to quality, we use carefully selected Italian and local British ingredients from a handful of small, independent suppliers to top our pizzas.We use independent producers as long term partners, including Fior Di Latte Mozzarella sourced from Caserta, and wines imported directly from private Italian growers. The pizzeria menu features classics such as margherita, salsiccia e friarielli, and diavola, whilst also featuring modern additions including lasagna pizza, homemade arancini, our own vegan ‘nduja pizza and scugnizielli dessert.Our Neapolitan pizzeria is in the middle of Covent Garden’s buzzy theatre-district. We’re a few doors down from the English National Opera, with a view of Trafalgar Square on our doorstep.

4. The Lowdown

4.4

Awesome(70)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Trafalgar Square

Booked 5 times today

THE LOWDOWN IS NESTLED IN THE VIBRANT BEATING HEART OF COVENT GARDENBy day it is the perfect destination to meet for coffee and brunch and by night it transforms into an elegant atmospheric 70s cocktail lounge and bistro.The peaceful yet vibrant atmosphere draws a crowd by day and night making it a go to destination for those who live, work and play nearby.Whether your stopping by for brunch, an evening meal or drinks this will become your favourite hidden gem in Covent Garden.Daily changing cocktail menu in the evenings, and all wines served by the glass all day long.

5. Paper Moon London

4.6

Exceptional(143)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Westminster

Booked 16 times today

The iconic Italian restaurant arrives in London and is the first opening within the stunning OWO building. It offers elegant and traditional favourites from the original 1970s Milanese flagship, a private dining experience, the perfect spot for cocktails on the terrace or long, luxurious feasts in the main dining room.Grand surroundings and high end design are perfectly paired in a relaxed and welcoming environment that Paper Moon does better than anyone.At Paper Moon we aim to provide all our guests a relaxed and refined Italian dining experience and ask that those joining us dress in a smart casual for lunch and dinner.KIDS POLICY: Children are warmly welcomed for LUNCH *However, for DINNER after 8 pm, only children aged 12 and above are permitted, except on Sundays when kids of all ages are welcome throughout the day.*PET POLICY : Our outdoor seating is situated in the iconic courtyard of The OWO, where we also welcome our pet friends. Pets are not allowed inside the venue.

6. The Rooftop

4.5

Awesome(443)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • St. James's

Booked 3 times today

Situated in the heart of the city and at one of London's most iconic landmarks, The Rooftop, is an oasis set high in the sky overlooking Trafalgar Square and London's spectacular skyline. Offering a seasonally changing menu of delicious European-inspired dishes and a carefully curated cocktail and drinks selection, The Rooftop is the perfect spot to unwind, relax and soak up those London views.Should you make a request for the outside area of The Rooftop, please be advised that while our team will always do their best to grant requests, this may not always be possible. The outdoor space with the view of Trafalgar Square are limited, so please ensure you book your reservation in advance.

7. Rockwell

4.1

Excellent(76)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • St. James's

Rockwell Bistro & Wine Bar, located moments from the iconic Trafalgar Square. The space offers a seamless day-to-night transition, starting with expertly crafted specialty coffee to energize your morning. As evening falls, immerse yourself in a refined atmosphere, where thoughtfully curated local and international wines take centre stage, paired with delicious, locally sourced food.Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a curious explorer, Rockwell offers an elegant dining experience, where every detail evokes a sense of theatre. Join us for a sophisticated experience in the heart of London.Rockwell was shortlisted for the most sustainability bars by 'Class Awards' in 2022 and also awarded best Worldwide casual Dining Restaurant & Bar by 'Best Luxury Boutique Hotel' in 2020

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8. The Garden at Corinthia London

4.8

Exceptional(212)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Charing Cross

Booked 2 times today

As the sun shines brighter and the days grow longer, The Garden becomes your springtime retreat. Enjoy vibrant seasonal dishes, refreshing cocktails, and the feeling of being transported to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean.

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9. Caffe Concerto - Whitehall

3.4

Very Good(201)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Piccadilly

Caffe Concerto is a Italian restaurant with branches in Central London as well as Birmingham and the Middle East. With a dedication to fine food, excellence in service and a love of the fine art of patisserie and coffee, Caffe Concerto is proud to serve its customers surrounded by beautiful decor and live music ( at selected venues). Caffe Concerto is also the renowned for its wedding cakes and celebration cakes.

10. Claro London

4.5

Awesome(2)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Leicester Square

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Claro London, Chef Ran Shmueli’s second restaurant, offering a Mediterraneandining experience with Middle Eastern influences.Our focus is on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the best growers, distributors andartisanal producers. Our team is passionate about food, drinks, and hospitality, and we arecommitted to delivering top-tier service to every guest. Claro’s story started in Israel in 1990 and kept evolving ever since. The open kitchen in all our restaurants allows our guests to see the care and attention thatgoes into every dish, both in our cooking process and our relationship with suppliers.Hence the name “claro”The journey of Claro London is just beginning, and we invite you to be a part of our story.Together, we will continue to innovate, celebrate quality, and create a welcoming space foreveryone who steps through our doors.

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