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1. Bubala Soho
4.7
Exceptional(266)
$$$$
• Middle Eastern • Soho
Booked 102 times today
We accept reservations and walk-ins 7 days a week for lunch and dinner, serving our Bubala Knows Best set or a la carte menu in the evenings. For weekday lunches we offer our Mezze set menu or a la carte, and during the weekends Bubala Knows Best set menu or a la carte.
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2. L'Escargot
4.7
Exceptional(1137)
$$$$
• French • Soho
Booked 10 times today
We are offering a special lunch and pre-theatre menu. £26 for 2 courses and £29 for 3 (plus service). It is an amazing bargain and ideal for pre-theatre bookings.L'Escargot is London's oldest and most celebrated French restaurant serving classic French dishes. Favourite dishes include French onion soup, Lobster bisque, oysters, Tournedos "Rossini", Confit of Duck, Chateaubriand and of course snails ! L'Escargot was voted one of the most romantic restaurants in London and is a perfect spot to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. If you want to come in just for a drink, upstairs there is a great cocktail bar with reasonably priced cocktails and a bar snack menu.The restaurant has welcomed celebrities such as Coco Chanel, Charles de Gaulle, Maurice Chevalier, Laurence Olivier, Lucien Freud and Francis Bacon and was a favourite of Princess DianaL'Escargot is located close to all the major West-End theatres, which makes it an excellent pre and post theatre dining spot.
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3. Dim Sum Library
4.2
Awesome(41)
$$$$
• Dim Sum • Covent Garden
Booked 35 times today
Born in Hong Kong, Dim Sum Library brings a bold new chapter to the art of dim sum in the heart of Covent Garden. Our skilled chefs craft each dish fresh daily, blending traditional techniques with modern flavours and inspired combinations. Every bite offers a contemporary twist on a beloved classic, celebrating heritage, innovation, and authentic taste. From wagyu beef puffs with black pepper to black truffle har gau, dan dan xiao long bao, and tea house–inspired cocktails, our menu reimagines timeless favourites. Watch our chefs at work behind the open counter, or enjoy our Afternoon Tea selection of sweet and savoury treats with a modern flair. Join us for lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner and drinks—experience modern dim sum like never before in Covent Garden.
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4. Osteria by Bocconcino
4.2
Awesome(488)
$$$$
• Italian • Covent Garden
Booked 28 times today
Osteria by Bocconcino — where the soul of Italy meets the cultural heartbeat of the Strand and Covent Garden. Chef Eliano Corvino's handmade pasta, crafted fresh every morning, sits alongside premium cuts from the charcoal grill and classical Italian plates built on the finest seasonal produce — senza compromessi.Steps from London's most iconic theatres, Osteria is the natural choice for pre-theatre dining, intimate private dinners and relaxed weekend gatherings. Live jazz every Friday and Saturday sets the mood for an evening that lingers. A private dining room with an exceptional wine list awaits for those seeking something more exclusive.
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5. The Ivy Soho Brasserie
4.3
Awesome(12117)
$$$$
• British • Soho
Booked 67 times today
Artworks, marble and onyx provide a relaxed, elegant backdrop for a vast, all-day British menu.
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6. Brasserie Zedel
4.5
Awesome(3530)
$$$$
• French • Piccadilly
Booked 26 times today
Located in Central London in Piccadilly Circus and adjacent to Soho, Brasserie Zédel is a grand Parisian brasserie with a café and bar. The restaurant serves traditional French food at remarkably good value with a lively atmosphere. Brasserie Zédel is open throughout the day, serving from lunch through to dinner. You can also experience live music which is played in the brasserie every evening for diners to enjoy until close.Within close proximity to Shaftesbury Avenue and Regent Street, Brasserie Zédel is the ideal location for a meal before or after a day of sightseeing or theatre. And with a special ‘Lunch Rapide’ menu running through the week, guests can also enjoy 2 courses in 45 minutes, perfect for a Parisian bite on the hoof.If you cannot find the table you are looking for, please visit the restaurant's website directly, or call 020 7734 4888.
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7. Blue Door Bistro
4.5
Awesome(233)
$$$$
• British • Bloomsbury
Booked 1 time today
A few short steps from the British Museum, The Blue Door Bistro provides a welcoming and informal bistro-style setting. Light and airy at lunchtime, warm and cosy by evening, the room is decorated on three sides with a panoramic view of London circa 1849. Together with the rich mahogany panelled walls, effective use of mirrored glass, and contemporary wrought iron wall lights, an ambience rooted in the hotel’s location is beautifully achieved. Executive chef, Martin Halls, blends seasonal ingredients and herbs from our garden with classical techniques to create seasonal British menus. Our cuisine is commended with an AA rosette and accredited by the Sustainable Restaurant Association (2 stars). In all of our products, we only use free-range eggs and are committed to sustainable fisheries for our fish supplies. Our team are trained to ensure that your specific dietary requirements are catered for at all times.
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8. Fidelio Cafe Farringdon
4.8
Exceptional(9)
$$$$
• Café • Holborn
Our cafe is open Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm, with food served up to 3pm. Come in to taste our brunch and lunch menus plus a variety of homemade buns, pastries and a cup of speciality coffee from Square Mile Roasters . Meet friends, work and stay for lunch where you can taste our seasonal European inspired all-day brunch and lunch menus.
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9. Flesh & Buns Covent Garden
4.5
Awesome(4111)
$$$$
• Japanese • Covent Garden
Booked 13 times today
Flesh & Buns Covent Garden is a sanctuary below the bustling streets of Seven Dials. Leave London at the door, and experience Japanese Izakaya hospitality.A long-term favourite for fans of Japanese cuisine, Flesh & Buns is where unlimited pillowy, steaming bao buns meet home-smoked, robata-grilled fillings. We make our food from scratch and serve up generous portions, designed to share. Relaxed and intimate, sink into a booth or pull up a stool at our high tables, and let us pour you a glass of wine. The restaurant is in the heart of the Theatre District, and our Express Omakase menu is designed to offer the perfect bite for before a show. The restaurant is a short walk from Covent Garden, Tottenham Court Road, Charing Cross and Leicester Square stations.
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10. Suvlaki Soho
4.7
Exceptional(1299)
$$$$
• Greek • Soho
Booked 7 times today
Home-made dishes, fresh ingredients, hand-cut meats, seasonal vegetables and unique products sourced from artisan producers will take you on a trip to the Greek capital where the East meets the West.

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