Best Outdoor Restaurants In London

Rain, snow or shine? From rooftop restaurants to riverside spots and beer gardens, the capital can cater to any dining occasion, whatever the weather. Whether you're looking to eat in Soho's finest, hitting up Hackney for pizza or keeping it classy with a date in Mayfair under heaters and blankets, we've created a guide to the best outdoor restaurants London has to offer.

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Last updated on 11th March 2024



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The Hawk's Nest

This fab kitchen and bar on Goldhawk Road offers a fantastic location if you're looking to catch up with friends or have cute date nights. Alongside a fully heated outside space, The Hawk's Nest also promises gourmet pizzas and tasty cocktails, with the opportunity to snap up a margherita and a margarita for £12.50 before 7pm throughout the week. It's a buzzing hangout that fills up with revellers from West London and beyond when on the hunt for a picanté paired with double pepperoni and hot honey-topped dough.

The Prince

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Head over to West Brompton where you'll find one of the prettiest pubs in the city. The Prince promises a flower and foliage-filled beer garden that comes fully covered and heated so you can enjoy everything from drinks to pizza courtesy of the masters at Crust Bros. Pull apart that famed leopard print dough topped with salami or burrata and sink a pint or two at this atmospheric boozer. The menu also features dishes such as spicy chicken bao buns and duck dumplings, slathered in hoisin sauce, as well as a droolworthy Sunday roast. 

Smith's Bar & Grill

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A short walk from Paddington tube station, Smith's Bar & Grill has a beautiful outdoor space. Join them on the terrace for affordable lunch deals and DJ sessions, complete with tasty tipples and beaut views of the city, overlooking Union Canal. Happy hour is every Monday to Thursday from 5pm 'til 6.30pm and on Fridays 3pm up to close. Bag an Aperol spritz and get another of the same for free with this fabulous weekday deal. Food-wise, you'll be in for a treat with dishes like tuna steak and chargrilled octopus on the menu, as well as a superb Sunday roast.

Kindred

The best outdoor restaurants in West London? Just a hop, skip and a jump from Hammersmith station, you'll find Kindred. This sleek eatery has a chic alfresco terrace, allowing sunseekers to enjoy fruity cocktails, tasty dinners and delectable bottomless brunches while getting their essential vitamin D. You'll find that the menu includes moreish small plates like buttermilk fried chicken with curry leaf mayo or Korean-spiced Dexter beef tartare, as well as pizzettes and larger plates to share. Coffee is provided by bean masters Kiss The Hippo and stand-out cocktails include the Estes Margarita, which turns the classic drink on its head with grapefruit and red wine.

Trishna

A top choice when it comes to Marylebone restaurants with outdoor seating, Trishna has a quaint terrace waiting for you to catch some rays. Not only that, but this eatery is delving out Michelin star Indian cuisine, boasting fine wines from lesser-known producers to match. Refreshments include street sodas like the house iced tea, sweetened by seasonal fruit, as well as cocktails such as the Picante Paloma, garnished with a Himalayan salt rim. If you're hungry, you'll be spoilt for choice with sensational plates such as peanut garlic prawns, plus coconut and curry leaf scallops on the menu. 

The Hari Hotel Bar & Terrace

If you're looking for stunning outdoor space, the Amalfi-inspired garden terrace at The Hari Hotel is a must-see. Somewhat of a hidden gem, this eatery in Knightsbridge is channelling the Italian shoreline with its menu and stylish decor. Make yourself comfy among vine-covered walls and peruse inviting dishes to share such as truffle arancini with an equally as indulgent mayo, or opt for a house burger yourself, laced with Applewood smoked cheddar and pickles. As for cocktails, expect signature tipples such as the Belgravia Secret Garden (£17), made with cucumber, mint and aloe vera.

The Botanist

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Make your way over to The Botanist's Summer On The Square - a superb spot for soaking up the sunshine with gin cocktails to hand. When surrounded by a luscious canopy of trees and the sound of a fountain bubbling away, tuck into Mediterranean-inspired plates such as baked goat's cheese crottin with pumpkin relish after sipping on an aperitif like a negroni. If you're looking to brunch at a bargain price, then this cute joint is the one for you, as you can lap up free-flowing drinks for 90 minutes at only £25 per person here. 

No.197 Chiswick Fire Station

Part of the Darwin & Wallace group, No. 197 Chiswick Fire Station is one for the 'Gram. Decked out with neon signs, velvet furnishings and low-hanging lights, it's an interior lover's dream. Also home to a secret terrace, it's a flawless destination for a bit of outdoor brunch. On the menu, you'll find everything from breakfasts comprised of buttermilk pancakes, topped with lemon curd labneh and blueberry compote, to lunches boasting shrimp burgers with a helping of bloody mary mayo.