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Penelope’s

4.4
4.4
253 Reviews
£26 to £40
Middle Eastern
A photo of Penelope’s restaurant

Penelope’s

4.4
£26 to £40
Middle Eastern
Covent Garden

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Penelope's, part of the AMANO Group, is redefining London’s dining and nightlife scene. In 2024, Penelope’s won Best Luxury Restaurant at the British Food Awards, a testament to its culinary excellence. Executive Chef Fez Ozalgan curates a menu that merges Middle Eastern and Spanish flavors, using the finest ingredients. The restaurant’s ambiance is equally compelling, with mirrored ceilings, plush seating, and dramatic lighting. The experience is further enhanced by the open kitchen, offering diners a front-row view of the culinary artistry.

Named after founder Ariel Schiff’s daughter, the restaurant is a heartfelt tribute to the vibrant cultures of Spain and Tel Aviv. Schiff describes Penelope’s as "truly a matter of the heart," a place where the exuberance of Berlin meets the sophistication of London. On weekends, Penelope’s transforms into a lively party scene, featuring London DJs and the legendary Isramani dinner party, imported from Berlin.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Pre Theatre Dining Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    07442 631181
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fez Ozalgan
  • Catering
    We have a number of set menus to suit your budget & requirements.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room offers natural light in abundance, an LCD screen and plenty of space and comfort so you can enjoy an intimate dinner of an evening with friends. It is equally suitable to catch up with your colleagues for a boardroom style meeting.
  • Area
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Covent Garden Tube - Piccadilly Line - 0.3miles<br />Holborn Tube - Central Line - 0.3miles<br />
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Isramani Party! Dine-Drink-Dance!

    £120.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Get ready to EAT, DRINK, and DANCE your way into the New Year at ISRAMANI, the most legendary New Year's Eve celebration in town! 🥂 HIGHLIGHTS: 🍽️✨ Indulge in a 4-course Culinary Journey with a indulgent set menu✨🍽️ -Rock Oyster, Cucumber Mignonette, Caviar -Gordal Olives -Burrata, Pistachio Gazpacho, Rose Cranberry Salsa -Beef Kibbeh, Seeded Cracker, Macadamia, Oyster Aioli -Half Lobster, Saffron Thermidor, Baharat Potatoes -Galician Blonde Striploin, Date Jus, Coal Aubergine -Penelope’s Treat Board - Alfajores, Turron, Baklava Cheesecake, Preserved Lemon Tart Let's make this New Year's Eve the talk of the town! 🥳🎆🥂 A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your final bill
    New Year's Eve Isramani Party! Dine-Drink-Dance! photo
  • Friday's Isramani EAT-DRINK-DANCE (a la carte)

    Multiple dates available
    One of the special events at Penelope´s is the weekly ISRAMANI, where friends and family get together, laugh, drink and dance. This incredible legendary event is the perfect dinner party, with a table filled with the most authentic cuisine from Spain and Israel. Good food to share, an atmosphere out of the ordinary where our chefs and staff turn the restaurant into a dancefloor, showing everyone how they party in Tel Aviv. Stunning Decoration & Israeli tunes by DJ Moshico. A la carte dining for up to 9 guests. Payment due at the restaurant. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.
    Friday's Isramani EAT-DRINK-DANCE (a la carte) photo
  • Shawarma Tuesdays

    £29.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Shawarma Tuesday's Menu Start your week with a sizzle! Enjoy chicken, lamb & beef for £29 Served with Laffa Bread, Ancient Grain Mujadara, Israeli Tomato Salad, Sumac Onions and Amba Yoghurt. £29 per person Shawarma’s: Amba marinated chicken Coffee and Cardamom Beef Red Pepper Lamb Adena Payment is due at the restaurant Prices are inclusive of VAT A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill
    Shawarma Tuesdays photo

What 253 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Penelope's offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and a lively atmosphere. Known for its Israeli-Spanish fusion, standout dishes include the "Israeli Style Paella" and "Baklava Cheesecake." Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and festive vibes, making it a top choice for celebrations and pre-theatre dinners.

253 Reviews
  1. Karen

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for the shawarma Tuesday deal which was really nice. Friend had small plates, which were yummy
    Penelope’sResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Karen, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are lad to hear you had a good time during your recent visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Penelope's Team

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  2. claudine

    London

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Penelope’s a great lively venue. Amazing food and an energetic vibe. A real party night with sparklers, flashing head bands and great music. The food has a Middle Eastern/ Spanish theme…. Well presented and delicious

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  3. Sadiq

    London

    27 reviews

    2.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The seating was limited to one section of the restaurant. No advance notice nor explanation given. We were sat next to someone Woking on their laptop which felt like a wework. The attitude from the servers gave the impression they didn't want to be there.
    Penelope’sResponded on 21 November 2024
    Dear Sadiq, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are sorry to hear about your recent experience, it’s disappointing to learn that we fell short on providing a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. Please accept our sincerest apologies for the limited seating and for any discomfort caused by the setting or the service. We strive to create a warm and accommodating environment for all our guests, and we regret that this was not reflected during your visit. Your comments are incredibly valuable, and I will ensure they are shared with the team so we can address these concerns and improve moving forward. We hope you will give us another opportunity to provide you with a much better experience. Best, Penelope's Team

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  4. Linda

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good as was the wine of if I but pricey but it’s London so…the restaurant is buzzy with open kithchen and a lot of young men - and the chefs were all men - making quite a display cooking. There was a female who passed the orders on to them and she shouted as loud as she could. It was a bit of a performance tbh. I guess because the pass is noisy but it really didn’t make for a relaxing meal. I’d say don’t go if you want a nice romantic dinner.
    Penelope’sResponded on 20 November 2024
    Dear Linda, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the food and wine, even though we understand that the atmosphere didn’t fully meet your expectations. Our open kitchen and counter seating are designed to offer guests a behind-the-scenes view of the preparation and interaction between the chefs, but we understand that the volume may have impacted your experience. Your feedback is important to us, and we will take it into consideration as we work to create a more balanced and enjoyable dining environment. We hope to welcome you back in the future for a better experience. Best, Penelope's Team

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  5. Alastair

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really, really good food. Lovely staff. Great vibe
    Penelope’sResponded on 20 November 2024
    Dear Alastair, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your recent visit to Penelope's. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Penelope's Team

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  6. Emily

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, great entertainment. A little loud and service was soso but the food and atmosphere totally win it over.
    Penelope’sResponded on 12 November 2024
    Good evening Emily, Thank you for the review! We are glad you enjoyed your food and our Isramani party evening. We hope that you return to us in the near future so we can show you an improved service. Once again, thank you for choosing Penelope’s. Best, Penelope’s

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  7. Jo

    London

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal and service and great atmosphere. Looking forward to returning on another occasion.
    Penelope’sResponded on 12 November 2024
    Good evening Jo, Thank you for the review! We are delighted that you had a wonderful time at our restaurant. Whenever you plan to visit us next, we’re ready with open arms. Best, Penelope’s

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  8. Lilia

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice food and good service, we will go back again and recommends to friends as well ☺️
    Penelope’sResponded on 7 November 2024
    Dear Lilia, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. We are glad to hear you had a good time during your recent visit to Penelope's! We look forward to welcoming you back again. Best, Penelope's Team

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  9. R

    London

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Decent service, but nothing special about the place or food
    Penelope’sResponded on 7 November 2024
    Dear R, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the service, though we are sorry to hear that the experience didn’t stand out as much as we'd hoped. We are always working to improve, and we would love to know if there is anything specific that could make your next visit more memorable. We hope you will give us another try soon! Best, Penelope's Team

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  10. Frances

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    really delicious food and unusual drinks nice service
    Penelope’sResponded on 30 October 2024
    Dear Frances, Thank you for your lovely review! We are glad to hear you had an excellent time at Penelope's. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Penelope's Team

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FAQs

Penelope’s is rated 4.4 stars by 253 OpenTable diners.

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A photo of Penelope’s restaurant

Penelope’s

4.4
£26 to £40
Middle Eastern
Covent Garden

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Penelope’s

34 Russell St, London, Greater London WC2B 5HA

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Pre Theatre Dining Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Covent Garden Tube - Piccadilly Line - 0.3milesHolborn Tube - Central Line - 0.3miles
  • Payment Options
    Cash not accepted
  • Executive Chef
    Fez Ozalgan
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
  • Phone number
    07442 631181
  • Catering
    We have a number of set menus to suit your budget &amp; requirements.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room offers natural light in abundance, an LCD screen and plenty of space and comfort so you can enjoy an intimate dinner of an evening with friends. It is equally suitable to catch up with your colleagues for a boardroom style meeting.
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