Boyds Grill & Wine Bar

Name: Boyds Grill & Wine Bar
Address: 8 Northumberland Avenue, London, United Kingdom, WC2N 5BY
Telephone: 020 7808 3344
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 3.8

3.8 (1378)

£26 to £40

International

8 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BY

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2 people

Jun 21, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Escape the hustle of Central London and discover Boyds Grill & Wine Bar an oasis located just three minutes away from Trafalgar Square. With its expansive marble dining space, soaring ceilings, and lavish chandeliers, our sanctuary offers a rest from the city's vibrant energy.

Indulge in globally inspired dishes crafted with modern techniques and premium-sourced ingredients, with a focus on British meat sourcing for an authentic experience. Explore our extensive wine selection, featuring both Old World and New World, including our exclusive Boyd's Chateaux selection.

Open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, immerse yourself in the synergy of relaxed ambiance and delectable cuisine, skilfully prepared by our chefs to create an unforgettable dining experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
International, Grill, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon, Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Mon, Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
020 7808 3344
Website
http://www.boydsgrillandwinebar.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Nate Brewster
Catering
Modern British
Private party facilities
Parties of up to 100 people can be catered for when exclusively hiring Boyd's. Semi private area for up to 50 people. Non exclusive use for up to 20 guests on large tables. Standing Drinks and Canapes parties for up to 250 people exclusive. To make a booking, please contact us at: events@8northumberland.co.uk

Location
8 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BY
Neighborhood
Charing Cross
Parking details
Parking meters are available on opposite side of the road or St James Square. Parking is also allowed on single yellow lines on Northumberland Street after 6.30pm.
Public transit
Closest Tube Station: Embankment & Charing CrossNational Rail: Charing Cross
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,378 people are saying

Boyds Grill & Wine Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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3.8

3.8 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
3.9Service
3.8Ambience
3.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Boyds Grill & Wine Bar offers a "lovely Art Deco dining area" with attentive staff, making it a good spot for pre-theatre dining. While some found the menu limited, others praised the food as "delicious" and "nicely presented." The service charge is notably low at 5%, providing "good value for money."

1,378 Reviews

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Nicky
London3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We hadn't realised that Boyds was in a hotel, so it wasn't quite what we expected on arrival - there was a conference going on in the hotel, and the staff carefully managed the larger group so that it didn't affect our experience. We were also eating at a funny time because we were going to the theatre, but none of this mattered. The Maitre D was full of personality, and was attentive. We had the BBQ platter which was excellent. The surroundings were well kept and the right mix of modern and classic. The sound levels weren't boomy - enough of an atmosphere, but we were able to talk naturally. All in all, a good experience!
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Pamela
Kent2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Boyds is set in a lovely venue. A beautiful old building, with many original features which added to the ambience. We, along with another couple, were the only people in there. Unfortunately there was very little choice on the menu, especially if you weren't a steak lover or had a food allergy. The waiter was very helpful. But the over all experience was very disappointing.
Boyds Grill & Wine BarResponded on May 27, 2025
Dear Pamela, Thank you for choosing to dine with us at Boyd's and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased you appreciated the charm of our historic venue and the service provided by our waiter. However, we're truly sorry to hear that the menu did not meet your expectations. We’re always looking to improve and will certainly take your comments on board. We’d love the opportunity to welcome you back for dinner and provide a more enjoyable experience next time.
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Joanna
London14 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
I chose the restaurant as it was close to the theatre we were going to. It’s inside the Northumberland hotel. It was early (5.30/6pm) and very empty so not much atmosphere. Food was ok. Service was very nice.
Boyds Grill & Wine BarResponded on May 27, 2025
Dear Joanna Thank you for choosing to dine with us, and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re grateful for your kind words about our service and pleased to hear you found us conveniently located. We hope to welcome you back again soon – hopefully next time with a livelier atmosphere to enhance your experience.
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Nikki
Brighton14 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Never visited Boyd's before, will visit again in the future. Surprisingly quiet for a Saturday afternoon considering it is minutes from Trafalgar Square. Lovely Art Deco dining area with pretty bar in middle of room. Lovely staff - all very attentive and friendly and not pushy (unlike other restaurants). Everything was cooked well and nicely presented. Good value for money and they only charge 5% service charge compared to 12-14% in other London restaurants.
Boyds Grill & Wine BarResponded on May 27, 2025
Dear Nikki, Thank you for choosing to dine with us at Boyd's. We truly appreciate your kind words about our restaurant, from the Art Deco surroundings to our attentive team and the quality of the food. We're delighted to hear we exceeded your expectations for dining in London, and we very much hope to welcome you back again soon.
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Angela
London3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Where to start. The first bottle of wine was served in a dirty glass to taste. There was something floating in it and we were told it was the glass, not the wine. Initially the bottle was not going to be replaced but we complained and eventually it was. We were paying for a full bottle of wine and expected to be served one. The food was lukewarm at best. Some dishes were served on skillets which were cold so this did not help. Skillets are meant to be hot! The first main was returned and replaced but the second not much better. The hottest dishes delivered to our table were the deserts! Service was hit and miss. The wine cooler was placed away from the table and we frequently had empty glasses. In the end we moved the wine cooler to be next to our table so we could serve ourselves. If the wine is going to be placed away from the table then the staff need to check regularly for top ups. It wasn’t even busy. Some staff were nice others seemed to have attitude. We would not return based on the experience we had.
Boyds Grill & Wine BarResponded on March 22, 2025
Dear Angela, Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we apologise for your disappointing experience. We’re sorry to hear that the wine, food, and service fell short of your expectations. Please know we are addressing the issues you raised with the team to prevent this in the future. We would love the chance to make it right and welcome you back for a much better visit. Please feel free to contact us in advance, and we’ll ensure everything meets your satisfaction.
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Steve
London2 reviews
1.0
Dined on March 13, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
All around very poor - food was only Ok, zero ambience - only one other party in a large room with 40ft ceilings, service was all over the shop and seemed to be bar-service. I probably wouldn’t return.
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Andrew VIP
Nashville18 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 12, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good local spot for a nice meal. Service was also good.
Boyds Grill & Wine BarResponded on May 27, 2025
Dear Andrew, Thank you for choosing to dine with us. We hope you had a lovely experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
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Jeroen
Berkshire1 review
3.0
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Left wondering why we paid £5 for breads as starter when four slices of supermarket bread arrived with packs of butter. Then the main was solid but not worth the £21 for a pie. Nothing great to say really
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Jesse
London1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was 10/10, the service was also a 10/10 I would highly recommend!!
Boyds Grill & Wine BarResponded on May 27, 2025
Dear Jesse, Thank you for choosing to dine with us. We hope you had a lovely experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
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Kelly
Buckinghamshire1 review
1.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Terrible experience, for the price would expect much better food and service. Would not recommend or return.
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Boyds Grill & Wine Bar is rated 3.8 stars by 1378 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jun 21, 2025

7:00 PM

8 Northumberland Avenue, London, WC2N 5BY

Additional information

Neighborhood
Charing Cross
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon, Sat 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Mon, Thu 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
International, Grill, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking meters are available on opposite side of the road or St James Square. Parking is also allowed on single yellow lines on Northumberland Street after 6.30pm.
Public transit
Closest Tube Station: Embankment & Charing CrossNational Rail: Charing Cross
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nate Brewster
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.boydsgrillandwinebar.co.uk/
Phone number
020 7808 3344
Catering
Modern British
Private party facilities
Parties of up to 100 people can be catered for when exclusively hiring Boyd's. Semi private area for up to 50 people. Non exclusive use for up to 20 guests on large tables. Standing Drinks and Canapes parties for up to 250 people exclusive. To make a booking, please contact us at: events@8northumberland.co.uk

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