Life is busy in London and between working and trying to juggle a social life, dinner doesn't always take priority. Fortunately this is the capital city and there are bags of great late night dining options. From a quick snack before heading home to a post theatre dinner or something to soak up cocktails, these London restaurants all have extended opening hours for late night eating.
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It's all about sharing at No.197 Chiswick Fire Station. With the kitchen open until 10pm, order a selection of the restaurant's delicious plates, with everything from mini honey sausages to crispy peppered squid, or if you want something bigger, the main dishes are just as good.
For a late-night dinner, Balthazar in Covent Garden will feed you until midnight (11pm on Sundays). The French bistro restaurant isn't just fancy interiors, their food is top notch too, with fine French staples such as duck confit and steak frites.
Open until 2am Sunday - Thursday and 3am on Friday and Saturday, Belushi's in London Bridge isn't just a party bar, it also serves snack and dinner late into the night. As well as burgers stacked with manner of goodies, they have everything from sharing plates to salads.
Find this central London gem round the corner from Euston. Forget coffee house, The Comers Town Coffee House is a speakeasy, pub, private dining room extravaganza. The pub is open until 11pm Monday - Saturday and 10.30pm on Sunday, and has comforting pub classics such as pork belly or beef Wellington.
Beaufort House in Chelsea is a great option for eating late. Their cocktail bar and brasserie is open until 12.30 Sunday - Wednesday and 1.30 Thursday - Saturday. As well as delicious cocktails, the restaurant serves hearty dishes and healthy salads, all in super swanky venue.
Serving Japanese-inspired food from Wild Heart Bar & Shokudo, Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel is the place for late-night dining. With three-time Michelin star chef Garry Hollihead at the helm and innovative cocktails to accompany, this place has it all.
With plus leather bar chairs, vintage framed photos and a sophisticated dining area, Balls Brothers Minster Court is a great choice for late eating. Go for bar snacks in the quintessentially British bar or sit down for something more formal at the restaurant.
With four locations across the city, this 24-hour bar and restaurant brand has got you covered for late night eats. Whether you're in the mood for pasta, burgers or sweet treats, their extensive menu should have all bases covered.
Got the late-night munchies in the middle of the City? Look no further than Apex Temple Court, the swanky hotel that is home to Chambers restaurant. Offering a late-night menu of a la carte classic, favourites include the venison ragu and the wild sea bass.
Exmouth Market is known for its quirkiness and unique set of restaurants and Coin Laundry is no exception to the rule. Open until 2am Thursday - Saturday, this 70's inspired restaurant serves up hearty classics with quality ingredients, chicken kievs just got classy people.
Nestled in the heart of Soho, Bocca Di Lupo is a buzzing Italian restaurant inspired by traditional trattorias - created by chef Jacob Kenedy. It's a vibrant spot that features artwork by Haidee Becker, Kenedy's mother, adding to the personal, family feel of the space.
It's open until midnight Monday to Saturday, and 11.30pm on Sundays, ideal for post-theatre meals or anyone looking for a late-night bite to eat. Think artichoke carpaccio, ox tail ragu pappardelle and red prawn risotto, as well as a collection of over 200 wines.
Open until 1am from Tuesday to Sunday, PIRAÑA is an excellent choice for late-night dining in the heart of London's opulent Mayfair district.
Spanning two striking rooms and an intimate private dining space, the venue captivates with textured, ocean-inspired walls, lofty ceilings in mesmerizing blue hues, and flowing curvilinear accents. Tuck into the likes of seabass ceviche, blackened cod and tempting sushi selections, and wash them all down with signature cocktails.
