Best Historic Restaurants in Elephant and Castle

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1. Cloth Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(177)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional French • Farringdon

Booked 36 times today

Having spent years supplying London’s top restaurants through their separate wine businesses, Joe Haynes and Benedict Butterworth have joined forces with Tom Hurst, who has worked at Brawn, The Marksman, Levan, and most recently as Head Chef at Lasdun, to launch the trio’s first restaurant together.Located in a Grade II listed building on Cloth Fair, Cloth Restaurant is part of a historic row of buildings in the City of London that survived the Great Fire of 1666. Down this atmospheric alley opposite St Bartholomew church, Cloth is taking over a double fronted corner site that’s beneath the former home of poet John Betjeman and next door to the two oldest residential buildings in London. Inside, low ceilings, wood floorboards with antique wall lights and artwork create a cosy, intimate atmosphere, while marble tables, long dark wood banquettes, antique crockery and cutlery will create the feel of a classic bistro.

2. Bacchanalia

4.4

Awesome(992)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Mayfair

Booked 226 times today

Culinary artistry, inspired by historic Greco-Roman feasts. The Mediterranean’s finest ingredients are given centre-stage, and dishes are finished at table to theatrical acclaim. Breath-taking interiors by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, where classical myths are retold through a modern palette of the most refined materials, and comforts to sink into. Dramatic artworks by Damien Hirst soar over the dining area, whilst the eye falls on piece after piece of original, antique sculpture.

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3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(160)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Covent Garden

Booked 184 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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4. The Ivy West Street

4.5

Awesome(4914)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Covent Garden

Booked 171 times today

The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since 1917. The restaurant and private room upstairs are the epitome of real glamour. A shimmering central dining bar in the restaurant draws admiring attention, and the signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection ensure the longevity of this very British of dining institutions. Executive Chef Gary Lee creates balanced seasonal menus, featuring Ivy classics, but accounting for today’s tastes, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads and vegetables, and the advent of a “sea and shells” section. Director Fernando Peire leads a strong and experienced team to deliver the unfaltering service for which The Ivy has become well known over the years. The Ivy welcomes customers without reservations at the central dining bar, where the A La Carte and Set menus are both served.

5. The Grenadier

4.7

Exceptional(466)

Price: Moderate

• British • Belgravia

Booked 4 times today

Join us at Grenadier. A landmark in its own right, The Grenadier in Belgrave Square is royalty amongst London pubs. This historic treasure chest is a hidden gem, beloved by both locals and visitors to the city.Dogs welcome in bar area only.BOOKING ARE FOR DINING ONLY.

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6. The Ivy City Garden

4.1

Excellent(7763)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Liverpool Street

Booked 295 times today

Located in the historic Bishopsgate Gardens, The Ivy City Garden brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy, West Street to the City of London.

7. Trivet

4.6

Exceptional(108)

Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • London Bridge

Booked 21 times today

2024: awarded 2 Michelin stars!Trivet derives from the age-old cooking utensil - an iron tripod placed over fire to support a cooking pot or kettle - reflecting the warmth and balance which forms Head Chef Jonny Lake and Master Sommelier Isa Bal’s values for the restaurant, as well as their working relationship.From the very beginning of the creative process, Jonny, Isa and the team think about how food and drink work together. The menu features their explorations of ingredients, dishes and drinks from around the world, inspired by the culinary history and diversity around us. The wine list is set out chronologically, following the historic beginnings of wine to present day, with over 350 wines from classic producers to the New World, as well as acknowledging the root of viti-vinoculture with wines from Georgia, Armenia and Turkey.As well as the welcoming main dining room, Trivet has a terrace, wine bar and private dining space. Monday nights transform into the LaBombe Wine Bar.

8. The Cinnamon Club

4.6

Exceptional(7318)

Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • St. James's

Booked 59 times today

Set in the former Old Westminster Library – a Grade II listed building still with books lining the walls - The Cinnamon Club is a multiple award winning restaurant like no other with grandeur and character that perfectly complimented by outstanding food, classy cocktails and an outlandish wine list.The team of chefs, headed up by Vivek Singh, Chef Rakesh Nair and Master Chef PD Khan aim to celebrate British ingredients with an Indian spice flair. Known for it's excellent tasting menu, seasonal set menus, Pre and post-theatre menus - they are known to cater to a wide range of palettes and preferences - game during the reason, seafood at it's best or a wide choice for vegetarians / vegans. The Cinnamon Club is also an ideal venue for private dining. We can accommodate groups for sit down meals or standing canapé receptions in one of our many private dining areas or bars. Please call our dedicated Events Team on 020 7222 2555 with any queries or questions.

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9. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay

4.6

Exceptional(7831)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Covent Garden

Booked 79 times today

Savoy Grill by Gordon Ramsay is without doubt one of London's most legendary restaurants with a plethora of menus to choose from, reviving recipes from the original Chef's days in the kitchen back in 1889.

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10. Afternoon Tea at Ting, Shangri-La The Shard, London

4.4

Awesome(2196)

Price: Very Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • London Bridge

Booked 44 times today

TĪNG, named after the Chinese word for ‘living room’, is the collective name for the restaurant and lounge on level 35 of Shangri-La The Shard, London. TĪNG Restaurant's delicious afternoon tea is the perfect way for guests to indulge while enjoying views of London that stretch for miles. Freshly-made sandwiches and baked scones are served alongside delicate themed treats.Shangri-La Cares; our safety programme entails a range of enhanced protocols and measures in addition to our already rigorous hygiene and safety standards. Designed to ensure our colleagues work in a safe environment with peace of mind and that our guests can confidently enjoy the moments that matter most while in our care.

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Talal
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The amount was more than what was written on the menu and it was changed.
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BacchanaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Mayfair
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4.4
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Jenvip
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always love the Grenadier perfect London pub! Great food service and located in a great area!
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The GrenadierPrice: Moderate• British• Belgravia
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4.7
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Magnus
Yorkshire •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent restaurant with its iconic and beautiful stained glass windows. Had the twice baked cheese soufflé as my starter and it was absolutely perfect. The Ivy chocolate bombe was another highlight. We were both vegetarian and thought the options were decent (vegetarian mains were not amazing but fine and could be better for the price as they were basically priced similarly to the meat dishes) Service mainly great though the doorman was generally nowhere to be seen which was a shame when we arrived and left. But altogether a lovely restaurant.
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The Ivy West StreetPrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Covent Garden
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4.5
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Louise
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding family meal! We were kindly squeezed in when I made a mistake with our booking. The service was great, the kids meals are fantastic and we have a sharing suggestion which was amazing. It was a special occasion so worth the money and the food is really special.
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Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent GardenPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Covent Garden
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4.6
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John
London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Consistently great food and service complemented by a great atmosphere and grand choice of wine. Menu was again refreshingly much changed since we were here a few weeks back and it was fun once again to escape through the back of the wardrobe for a couple of happy hours.
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Cloth RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Traditional French• Farringdon
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4.7

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110 restaurants available nearby

1. Cloth Restaurant

2. Bacchanalia

3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

4. The Ivy West Street

5. The Grenadier

6. The Ivy City Garden

7. Trivet

8. The Cinnamon Club

9. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay

10. Afternoon Tea at Ting, Shangri-La The Shard, London

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