There's nothing we like better than tucking into a delicious lobster dinner from time to time. We're definitely in the right city for it, with a whole catalogue of seafood specialist restaurants and bars to choose between across all corners of the capital. Check out our list of best places to eat lobster in London, before heading over to treat yourself to some of the tastiest seafood around. Don't be shellfish, be sure to share this list with your mates.
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Balthazar has a lot to answer for when it comes to London's best lobster restaurants. Not only a charming space for some of the most romantic meals in the city, their offering is a sure fire way to indulge in some of the best seafood and wine in the city.
Wright Brothers South Kensington are not only the perfect oyster bar for all your seafood needs, but they've also got the garlic lobster mains and spectacular surf 'n' turf to match. Think the freshest produce and a mermaid cocktail bar to match - swanky.
One of the finest dining establishments in the West End, and one of the most luxe places to eat Lobster in London, Quaglino's are seafood specialists and brimming with ocean bites. Join them for their native lobster dish, or try their seafood medley with lobster and langoustine.
Searching for places with the most opulent eats? The English Grill at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel serves whole grilled lobsters with herb garlic butter or thermidor sauce. Pair your seafood delight with a glass of Champagne or a cocktail.
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Overlooking the Grand Union canal in Paddington, Smith's Restaurant & Bar has some of the freshest seafood around London. Along with a killer lobster tagliatelle, you can check out the menu's fish of the day. The lobster tail with oysters is absolutely a dream.
Rather unsurprisingly, Steak & Lobster is one of the top restaurants in London for lobster dishes. Along with restaurants in Marble Arch and Warren Street, this brand brings the crustacean to your plate in a delicious garlic butter with unlimited fries.
Serving up whole Padstow lobsters on ice or hot with lime and coriander butter, Prawn On The Lawn knows a thing or two about shellfish. This St Paul's Road venue is decked out in simple white interiors with wooden furnishings, creating a laidback environment for enjoying fresh seafood delivered daily from the South West coast. As well as a menu of small plates that changes every day, you can delve into Cornish wines from an award-winning organic vineyard or classic cocktails like negronis and margaritas.
It's safe to say that Sushisamba know a thing or two about seafood. If you're looking for somewhere to eat lobster in Central London? Head over to their Covent Garden spot where you can tuck into handrolled sushi, grilled goods and lobster soba noodles in a spicy coconut broth.
