Best Seafood Restaurants In London

Crustaceans and critters of the ocean unite, on your plate. Seeing as the UK is one almighty island, it's no wonder we have some of the freshest fish in the world. From fillets of cod and line-caught tuna to mussels and oysters with Champagne, seafood in this city is an anything goes kind of game. Check out our recommendations for London's best seafood restaurants - whether you're after sustainable salmon or Michelin star plates.

Something more specific in mind? Check out London's best lobster spots or where to find seafood boil in London.

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Last updated on 26th March 2024




Scoff & Banter - Various Sites

From smoked salmon with toasted rye bread through to seared sea bass and tiger prawns, Scoff & Banter is a top choice for seafood. Wherever you are in the city you won't be far from these contemporary venues - try their restaurants in either Oxford Street, Canary Wharf, Bloomsbury or Kensington.

Sea Containers

If you're looking for a seafood restaurant with a view, Sea Containers is a go-to. With its unique maritime inspired interiors, incredible views of the Thames and expertly curated menu of seasonal dishes, the venue is an ideal location for munching on fresh fish, oysters and ceviche - combining Modern American and British cuisine with West Indian influences, inspired by the cultural history of head chef Tom Dixon.

Bloomsbury Street Kitchen

Group offer £50 : 25% off beverages and 5 other offers

Like the sound of seafood truffle risotto and yellowfin tuna sashimi? Then Bloomsbury Street Kitchen is the place for you. Expect a menu of Japanese and Mediterranean small plates, rounded off with sake, fine wine and signature cocktails - all served up in dark, sultry surrounds. What's more, their three courses for £28 set menu is perfect if you're after an affordable seafood restaurant in London.

Wright Brothers South Kensington

Nestled in South Kensington, Wright Brothers is slinging out an extensive menu of sustainable seafood from their Parisienne artisan bistro-inspired venue. Not only can you gobble down hearty favourites, like fish pie and mussels in white wine, but also hefty shellfish platters, featuring freshly shucked oysters. And if you're looking for a fish restaurant in London's Borough Market, they've got a location there too.

28-50 Wine Bars - Various Sites

If you're looking for somewhere special to eat seafood in London, any of the 28-50 Wine Bars are a great choice. Made up of luxurious interiors, pastel hues and floral touches, their gorgeous haunts serve up seasonal specials like pan-fried cod, seabass with fennel and capers or smoked salmon coated in pickled cucumber, alongside expertly curated wine lists of course.

Sea Garden & Grill Tooting

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The clue's in the name at Sea Garden & Grill in Tooting. This fabulous venue not only flaunts pretty interiors and a family dining style, but is also home to fresh fish from Cornwall that's caught by locals and a range of molecular cocktails to wash it all down with. Think ocean-inspired drinks, from souvenir oyster pearls to edible bubbles, paired with scallop gratin, tuna tartar, lobster tail and more.

Trishna

Looking for Michelin star seafood restaurants in London? Specialising in contemporary coastal Indian cuisine, Trishna boasts a series of sumptuous tasting menus alongside their everyday offerings. Think peanut garlic prawns, curry leaf scallops and seafood pilau, alongside plenty of non-fish options, in an elegant yet laidback venue.

Steak & Lobster - Various Sites

If you've got a hankering for meat and fish pairings, then look no further than Steak & Lobster. These swish seafood restaurants in Central London and beyond serve up a neat selection of crustacean-focused dishes (as the name would suggest), along with hearty meat offerings and a choice of classic cocktails. Tuck into surf and turf croquettes to start, followed by lobster served whole or paired with mac and cheese.

Iberica

Iberica has got to be one of the best fish restaurants in London, whether you're looking to soak up after-work drinks with colleagues or find a romantic spot for date night, aurounded by quirky interiors filled with ornaments. Boasting venues in Canary Wharf, Marylebone, Farringdon and beyond, you can expect a mouthwatering menu of Spanish tapas seafood plates, like calamari fritters or hake tempura, with a vibrant atmosphere to match.

Escocesa

The best of British seafood can be found at Stoke Newington tapas spot Escocesa, which has a name that means 'Scottish' in Spanish. Think hand-dived Orkney scallops, Cumbrae oysters that will only set you back £1.50 before 7pm during the week or all day on Sundays, and even octopus too - plus executive chef Pablo Rodriguez at the helm, whose stint at Michelin star restaurant Jean Luc Figueras in Catalunya grants him top-notch experience.

Seabird

Found on the rooftop of The Hoxton hotel in Southwark, Seabird is a seafood lover's idea of heaven. Alongside stunning views of the city from the 14th floor, you can expect European-inspired dishes like smoked paprika mackerel, Basque prawn stew or lobster with chimichurri dressing, as well as the longest oyster list in London.

Prawn On The Lawn

Fish doesn't get much fresher than it is at Prawn On The Lawn, who use daily seafood deliveries from Cornwall and Devon to whip up an ever-changing menu of small plates, oysters, whole lobsters and more. This laidback spot is just a two-minute walk from Highbury and Islington station, fronting wooden tables and exposed brick walls to create a rustic, cosy feeling as you dine. The drinks don't disappoint here either, as they've got everything from classic cocktails to wines from an award-winning organic vineyard on the South West coast.

Randall and Aubin

This stylish seafood restaurant in Soho complete with marble tables and a retro disco ball, where they'll expertly recommend fish dishes to pair with your chosen Champagne. Each item on the menu is carefully crafted by celebrity chef Ed Baines, with the likes of rock shrimp tempura, Devon crab and spaghetti alle vongole up for grabs.

Wiltons

Established as an oyster stall in 1742, Wiltons is a seriously old-school restaurant found in Mayfair. Think decadent furnishings and gold decor, with beautiful paintings filling the walls. As for the menu, expect traditional, sophisticated plates like potted shrimp, smoked salmon and lobster.

Darby's

Created by MasterChef star Robin Gill, Darby's is a trendy oyster bar that brings quality Irish produce to Battersea. Their interiors are New York-inspired, from the high ceilings and exposed brick walls to sophisticated leather furnishings, while the menu features smoked chalk stream trout, grilled turbot, devilled brown crab and much more.

Brat

For Basque-inspired food in the heart of Shoreditch, check out the Michelin-starred Brat - from Kitty Fisher's former head chef Tomos Parry. Expect the likes of roasted cockles, spider crab with tomato and whole turbot dishes on the menu, alongside an extensive selection of wine and bubbles, to be enjoyed in elegant, minimalist interiors.

The London Shell Co

If you want to feel a little closer to the food you're eating, then set sail on The London Shell Co - a boat-turned-restaurant on the picturesque Regent's Canal. Expect crispy sardines, cod's roe, Cornish crab risotto and more across a seven-course tasting menu, or nab a platter of oysters for £25. As for drinks, you can sip classic cocktails like margaritas or a negroni, as well as plenty of different wines.

Chicama

From the brains behind the popular Pachamama in Mayfair is Chicama, a Peruvian seafood restaurant located in Chelsea. Head chef Erren Nathaniel is whipping up delicious ceviche, crab salads and a daily selection of fish fresh from the market, with drinks focusing on pisco, mezcal and Japanese whisky.

Orasay

This elegant Notting Hill spot dishes up Scottish-inspired seafood, all sourced fresh from UK producers. Run by chef-restaurateur Jackson Boxer, Orasay serves oysters, octopus tacos and white crab paired with black truffle, alongside a list of over 60 wines to choose from.

J Sheekey Oyster Bar

Found in the heart of the West End, J Sheekey Oyster Bar offers all-day dining from its vibrant red venue. The focus here is on sustainable seafood, whether you're tucking into sea bream ceviche, shrimp and crab burgers or their signature oysters and Champagne. Dining with someone less keen on fish? No worries, they offer plenty of meat and veggie options here too.

Cornerstone

If you find yourself in Hackney Wick, be sure to stop by Cornerstone. This spot specialises in inventive small plates, from chalk stream trout pastrami to pickled oysters and curried crab buns - created by chef Tom Brown. Dishes change regularly, in line with local and seasonal ingredients, while the venue itself fronts a clean, simple aesthetic.