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1. Christopher's
4.3
Awesome(5298)
Price: Expensive
• American • Covent Garden
Booked 25 times today
Originally opened in 1991 in the heart of Covent Garden, Christopher’s has established itself as one of London’s best American restaurants, featured in Condé Nast, GQ, Tatler & Harper's Bazaar to name but a few. Comprising of three spaces that recall the heady-glamour of the Modern American era, Christopher’s brings you a Martini Bar on the ground floor, a glamorous Restaurant on the first floor and an intimate Club Room on the lower ground floor for private events. Housed in a Grade II listed building with an interesting past of its own, including opening in 1870 as London’s first licensed casino, Christopher's offers an extensive all day dining menu of Modern American cuisine. Weekend Brunch is also a specialty where healthy options are on offer alongside indulgent brunch favourites, including our signature french toast.
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2. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden
4.6
Exceptional(401)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Covent Garden
Booked 96 times today
In London's theatre quarter, our restaurant on Henrietta Street combines rustic charm with modern elegance. Enjoy quality sushi and Japanese-inspired cocktails in a historic setting near the Piazza – perfect for pre/post-theatre or shopping treat. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.
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3. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay
4.7
Exceptional(7962)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Covent Garden
Booked 49 times today
A timeless dining institution on The Strand, Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay offers classic British and French dishes in an opulent setting.From beef Wellington and lobster thermidor to expertly mixed cocktails and vintage Champagne, the menu celebrates tradition and luxury.With rich art deco interiors and a storied history, it’s ideal for pre-theatre dining, special occasions, or long lunches by the Thames.
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4. SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden
4.4
Awesome(216)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Covent Garden
Booked 5 times today
Located at the famed Opera Terrace atop the historic Grade II-listed Market Building, this striking space is a vibrant new addition to the area. Crowned by an Eric Parry-designed glass roof, the restaurant runs along the entire east side of the market making for beautiful rooftop views across the piazza.Bold in design, SUSHISAMBA Covent Garden offers a host of inviting dining and drinking experiences: from the bar with its ‘living ceiling’; the exposed kitchen to the terrace overlooking the square below and the private dining room with its own entrance and terrace.
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5. Louie
4.4
Awesome(16)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Covent Garden
Booked 1 time today
Located in a historic 19th century townhouse, the Louie restaurant and Alligator Bar represent a lawless drift into a world of sensual and joyful moments without the constraints of form. Enjoy the live music, the sophisticated surroundings and a carefully curated French menu with a New Orleans twist in the heart of London, just moments away from Covent Garden and Soho
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6. Plume Wine Bar
4.6
Exceptional(292)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Covent Garden
Booked 21 times today
Two-storey wine parlour with a rotating list of 70 sparkling and still wines alongside sharing plates inspired by world travel. Find your next prosecco or explore the weird and wonderful world of sparkling.'A safe place to explore the unusual' Financial TimesRun by wine importer and events company Fables & Company, the parlour is split over two very different floors including outdoor seating, with a focus on exploring wine production and flavour and pushing understanding further. The well known and greatest hits sit alongside the road less travelled. Our list of cheeses and sharing plates changes with the seasons. Please note the kitchen closes an hour before we close the venue.
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7. Tuttons
3.9
Excellent(812)
Price: Expensive
• British • Covent Garden
As one of the most renowned and long-established restaurants in Covent Garden, Tuttons is situated on the east side of the historic Covent Garden piazza. We offer a relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy classically British cuisine. With some of the best outdoor seating in London, Tuttons is the ideal spot for al fresco dining in the summer. Our menu showcases the finest seasonal British produce, blending traditional favourites with classic dishes reimagined with a twist.
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8. Cache Cache
3.6
Very Good(89)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pan-Asian • Aldwych
Cache Cache, a modern-day, decadent speakeasy tucked away beneath the historic market piazza in Covent Garden. Completely clandestine and unrecognisable from the outside, Cache Cache hosts some of London’s best DJ’s and musicians and we invite you to step through to our hidden bolthole for an evening of opulent decadence, and glamour. Leave your troubles on the other side and let’s play - Cache Cache - Secretly seductive.
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9. Pivot Bar & Bistro
3.5
Very Good(50)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Covent Garden
Booked 1 time today
Overlooking Covent Garden’s famous Piazza Pivot Bar & Bistro span two floors of the historic English townhouse at 3 Henrietta Street. Located on the first floor, Pivot Bistro serves wholesome, homely well-cooked gourmet classics for visitors of Covent Garden with an all-day menu carefully curated by award-winning Chef Mark Greenaway. The ground floor is home to Pivot Bar – a café/bar serving exceptional food accompanied by coffee and a quality range of beer, wine and cocktails. The menu features British breakfast and brunch options, as well as all-day items to include hearty sandwiches, salads, pies and bar snacks, with grab-and-go options for those passing through.
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10. The Quality Chop House
4.8
Exceptional(2636)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Farringdon
Booked 31 times today
The Quality Chop House celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2019.Our menus are seasonally-focused and change daily based around the best produce delivered each morning. We suggest bookings, but do take walk-ins.In addition to our a la carte menu, we offer a £29 set lunch menu (January to November), and on Sunday lunches we serve a splendid roast.If you are interested in a table for more than 6 guests, we have a Private Dining Room that seats up to 14. A seasonal feasting menu is available. For more information please give us a call.

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