Smith's Bar & Grill

Description

Just take a quick walk from Paddington Tube station, and you will come across Smith's Bar & Grill overlooking the Grand Union canal in the heart of London.

Smith's delivers a delectable selection of dishes every day, with a menu that includes exquisite steaks, fresh seafood, salads, and sides. Open for breakfast, lunch, brunch, dinner and serving Sunday Roasts. 

Their massive outdoor dining area is kitted out with umbrellas, seasonal flower décor and garden furniture, perfectly placed to enjoy cocktails and al-fresco meals. Tables on the gorgeous terrace are bookable during summer.

The modern and professional décor helps to create a perfect setting for after-work drinks and cocktails, creates an atmosphere too tempting to miss.

  • Happy hour - buy 1 get the same one for FREE, available Mon-Thu 5pm-6:30pm, Fri - Sat 3pm-close.
  • Bottomless Brunch - Every Saturday from 11am - 4pm. Enjoy 90 mins of bottomless food for £37pp and £55pp for bottomless food and drinks with a live DJ and live saxophonist.
  • £1 Oysters - Every Friday and Saturday from 6pm - 10pm enjoy £1 oysters at the bar and live music!
  • Tasting Menu - Indulge in a multiple course fine dining tasting menu available every Friday and Saturday evenings for £60pp with a wine pairing option, alongside a live DJ and violinist.
  • Bottomless Roasts - The perfect Sunday treat = unlimited starters, roasts, desserts and drinks for 90 mins, every Sun 12pm - 9pm. Individual Roasts also available.
  • Business Lunch Set Menu - Looking for a quick and affordable lunch? Enjoy two courses for £26 or three courses for £29 every Mon - Fri 12pm - 4pm

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What's on

Tasting Menu with Live Music
Looking for something extraordinary to elevate your weekend plans? Every Friday and Saturday 6pm - 10pm, Smith’s Bar & Grill invitesyou…

Various dates from Friday 23rd October 2026

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Oysters, Bubbles & Live Music
Every Friday & Saturday | 6 PM – 10 PM | At the Bar Only A night of £1 oysters and chilled bubbles awaits at Smith’s Bar & Grill. Available…

Various dates from Friday 23rd October 2026

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Sharing Sunday Roasts
Come on down to Smith's and enjoy your favourite meats - Roast British Dry-Age Grass-Fed Chateaubriand, Lamb Shank and more - complete with…

Every Sunday

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Offers

Offer Availability
Sunday Roast.
Indulge in delectable roasts at Smith's Bar & Grill with a variety of meat options, seasonal vegetables smothered in gravy available from 12pm - 9pm. Looking to share? Our generous sharing roasts start at just £34, perfect for two—whether it’s family, friends, or both!
Sunday 12:00 – 21:00
Happy Hour: 2 for 1 cocktails.
Every Monday-Thursday from 5pm to 6.30pm & Friday-Saturday 3pm - close, buy one cocktail and get the same one for free. Sip on expertly crafted drinks while enjoying the cosy ambiance of our bar.
Monday 17:00 – 18:30
Tuesday 17:00 – 18:30
Wednesday 17:00 – 18:30
Thursday 17:00 – 18:30
Friday 15:00 – 23:00
Saturday 15:00 – 23:00
Bottomless Sunday Roast.
Ninety minutes of unlimited starters, roasts and desserts, every Sunday from 12pm to 9pm. Choose from free range chicken, pork belly, picanha or lamb shank, all with duck fat roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, or a mushroom Wellington. £42pp for bottomless food, or £60pp with free-flowing red, white and sparkling wine and Bloody Marys. Chateaubriand carries a £10 supplement.
Sunday 19:00 – 20:30
Bottomless Brunch with Live DJ.
Saturday brunch with a live DJ and ninety minutes of unlimited plates. Eggs Benedict four ways, a full English, fish and chips, the Smith's burger, picanha steak, calamari and more, then churros, tiramisu and soft serve. £37pp for bottomless food, or £55pp with free-flowing red, white and sparkling wine and Aperol, Hugo and Limoncello spritzes. Every Saturday, 11am to 4pm. Offer applies to the whole table.
Saturday 11:00 – 16:00
Tasting Menu With Live DJ.
Seven courses from Head Chef David Reyes, Friday and Saturday evenings from 6pm, with live music. Pan-fried scallops, bluefin tuna tartare, roasted cod, beef fillet Rossini and a chocolate tart to finish. £60pp. Booked in advance for the whole table. A vegetarian version is available on request.
Friday 18:00 – 22:00
Saturday 18:00 – 22:00
Tasting Menu, Wine Pairing & Live DJ.
Seven courses from Head Chef David Reyes, Friday and Saturday evenings from 6pm, with live music. Pan-fried scallops, bluefin tuna tartare, roasted cod, beef fillet Rossini and a chocolate tart to finish. £95pp with a glass matched to each course by Head Sommelier Maurizio Titone. Booked in advance for the whole table. A vegetarian version is available on request.
Friday 18:00 – 22:00
Saturday 18:00 – 22:00
£1 Oyster Happy Hour.
Maldon rock oysters for £1 each at the bar, every Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 10pm. Happy hour runs alongside: buy one cocktail and get the same again free, from 3pm until close, with live music. Order three, order a dozen, then stay for dinner.
Friday 18:00 – 22:00
Saturday 18:00 – 22:00
Business Lunch Set Menu.
Two courses for £26 or three for £29, from the same kitchen as the à la carte. Start with French onion soup, beef carpaccio, parmigiana or house-smoked salmon. Mains include char-grilled baby chicken, picanha steak with chunky chips, salmon, and ricotta and spinach ravioli. Finish with churros, vanilla Basque cheesecake or soft serve. Monday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm, beside the canal at Paddington Central.
Monday 12:00 – 16:00
Tuesday 12:00 – 16:00
Wednesday 12:00 – 16:00
Thursday 12:00 – 16:00
Friday 12:00 – 16:00

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • Dance floor
  • Wheelchair Access
  • No Door Charge
  • Smart casual

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 8:00 23:00
Tuesday 8:00 23:00
Wednesday 8:00 23:00
Thursday 8:00 23:00
Friday 8:00 0:00
Saturday 9:00 0:00
Sunday 9:00 22:30

Location

Address

Smith's Bar & Grill, 25, Sheldon Square, Paddington Central, W2 6EY

Area

Paddington

Nearest Station

Paddington (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves British, Breakfast, Burgers, Grill, Roast Dinner, Seafood, Brunch, Bottomless Brunch, Bar Snacks, Fine Dining, Christmas Lunch/Dinner and Set Menu food.

  • A word from the chef:

    Providing everything you would expect from a grill restaurant. Alongside their hot and cold canapés and bar snacks, there isn't an appetite Smiths Bar and Grill hasn't catered for.

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
Exclusive Venue Hire Venue Hire 220 400 - - -

For larger events, Smith’s offers the option to hire the entire venue, with a capacity of 200 seated or 400 standing guests. This exclusive hire grants access to the restaurant, bar, terrace, and private dining room, allowing you to customise the space and menu to create a truly unique event experience. The venue is fully equipped with audiovisual equipment, making it suitable for presentations and entertainment.

Exclusive Restaurant Hire Private Room 100 0 - - -

Smith’s Bar & Grill can be fully reserved for private events, accommodating up to 100 seated guests. This versatile space can be adapted to suit your event, whether it’s a large dinner or a semi-private gathering. You can choose from set menus or collaborate with the team to create a custom menu, with bar access for pre-dinner drinks.

Semi-Private Bar Hire Private Room 0 100 - - -

Smith’s Bar offers a chic space for semi-private hire, perfect for drinks receptions or smaller gatherings. It can accommodate 40 seated guests or 100 standing, making it ideal for a lively evening of socialising. Enjoy a selection of canapés and an extensive drink menu in a stylish, comfortable setting.

Regent Room Private Room 60 80 - - -

This intimate space is perfect for private dinners or drinks receptions, comfortably hosting up to 60 seated guests or 80 standing. The Regent Room, enclosed by a curtain, offers both privacy and an inviting ambiance, making it ideal for formal dinners or relaxed social events.

Regent Parlour 10 20 - - -

Regent Parlour, located within Regent Room and separated by curtains,  is a semi-private area that accommodates 8-10 seated guests or up to 20 standing, making it ideal for business meetings or small celebrations. This cosy space provides an intimate setting for your guests, ensuring a memorable experience for smaller gatherings.

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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