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1. Gallery
4.7
Exceptional(7988)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary British • Covent Garden
Booked 28 times today
Introducing Gallery (formerly known as Thames Foyer), a vibrant space at the heart of the hotel for drinking and dining, where guests can enjoy a perfect blend of our theatrical flair and relaxed charm.The beautiful new space will seamlessly integrate contemporary style whilst remaining true to our much loved heritage. Innovative menus, carefully crafted by our talented culinary team, will entice you in showcasing traditional recipes with a modern twist.The Savoy’s legendary afternoon tea will return, in addition to breakfast, coffee, lunch, cocktail hour and dinner.Our delectable lunch offering will be available between 12:30 and 17:30 on a walk in basis.*Please note that any reservations made are subject to the timely completion of the renovation and we may need to contact you to offer alternative dates should we experience a delay with the work.Dress code: smart casual.
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2. Ivy Market Grill
4.1
Excellent(18606)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Covent Garden
Booked 231 times today
Sibling of the classic Modern European eatery offering walk-in seats in a polished, elegant space.
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3. Savoy Grill – Gordon Ramsay
4.6
Exceptional(7832)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Covent Garden
Booked 66 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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4. Palm Court Brasserie
4.6
Exceptional(15169)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary French • Covent Garden
Booked 72 times today
Palm Court is the quintessential Parisian-style brasserie in the heart of Covent Garden. The restaurant has been lovingly crafted to recreate a classical 1920’s art nouveau-style venue echoing elegant dining rooms in Paris’s most affluent arrondissements.The restaurant offers a menu of French classics centred on seasonal meat, fish, seafood and vegetable dishes with quality and flavour at the forefront of our work. Whether you are dining for lunch with colleagues, dinner with a special someone, for Afternoon Tea with family or simply stopping by for a glass of wine, Palm Court Brasserie resonates the ideal environment to help you relax and unwind. Our wine list boasts an enviable list of labels spanning the vineyards of France, Italy and the New World.
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5. Café Boheme
4.2
Awesome(1563)
Price: Moderate
• French • Soho
Booked 61 times today
In the heart of London’s Soho, Cafe Boheme has been serving French classics for over three decades. Offering an all-day menu centred around French favourites, including confit duck, steak frites and escargots – all dishes are based on traditional recipes. The brasserie is inspired by the 19th-century poets who used to meet on Old Compton Street and features art-lined walls, a brass bar and mosaic tiled floor. Head outside and dine al fresco for views across Soho or join us at the bar everyday from 3pm for live jazz.
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6. Gouqi London
4.6
Exceptional(220)
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.
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7. Gaucho - Covent Garden
4.2
Awesome(438)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Covent Garden
Booked 78 times today
Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, our newest Gaucho location marks a return to London after a decade of regional expansion. Set within an extension of the iconic Royal Opera House, Gaucho adds a vibrant new chapter to one of the city’s most culturally rich districts.Inspired by the artistic energy of Covent Garden and the passion of Buenos Aires' tango clubs, the design of the restaurant features striking elements that reflect both the local heritage and our Argentine roots. The interiors combine bold design statements with a base palette that nods to our Argentinian heritage, creating a space that's as dynamic as it is stylish.On the ground floor, the atmosphere is bright and inviting—ideal for everything from Tango performances and relaxed business lunches to afternoon drinks. Downstairs, the basement offers a more intimate, theatrical experience, with rich, pleated curtain walls inspired by the dramatic red-draped stages of the West End theatres.
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8. Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Covent Garden
4.2
Awesome(2456)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary British • Covent Garden
Booked 130 times today
Need a crowd pleaser away from the Covent Garden crowds? Come and court us in St Martin’s Courtyard. We’ve got seats outside, we’ve got seats inside (obviously). We’ve got all the classics and some things you might not have tried yet. Just bring yourself, and maybe some friends.
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9. The Stage at the Londoner
4.2
Awesome(133)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Soho
Booked 7 times today
Step into the limelight of The Stage, where the drama unfolds with a spectacular programme dedicated to Champagne and life’s great delights.Set across three acts, our Champagne bar in London serves a Champagne breakfast, Champagne afternoon tea, as well as a Grand Finale of oysters, caviar and more.The star of The Stage is our reserve Champagne collection, with a trolley of 35 bottles, as well as a selection of Champagne cocktails.Complement your drink with an exquisite patisserie crafted by our Head Pastry Chef, almost too beautiful to eat.Located with Soho and Covent Garden on the doorstep, The Stage is the perfect place to enjoy pre- or post-theatre drinks. We are just a few minutes' walk from iconic West End theatres such as Harold Pinter Theatre, Garrick Theatre, Apollo Theatre and many more.Our London Champagne bar regularly hosts live music to accompany late night drinks and weekend afternoon tea, showcasing local West End talent on our very own stage.
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10. The Lowdown
4.6
Exceptional(63)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Trafalgar Square
Booked 9 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.

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