Best Restaurants Near Buckingham Palace

With venison tartare and dry-aged sirloin alongside seared scallops and braised ox cheek on the menu, you won't go hungry at The Soak. Join the Victoria restaurant for all that alongside live DJs and jazz sounds in a grade II-listed building.

Like seafood? Well, you're going to love what's on offer at Avenue. Expect everything from bluefin tuna and confit salmon through to sea bass and beyond. There's even menus that'll see you through from brunch until Sunday roast time.

Located just a short stroll from Buckingham Palace, this Park Lane restaurant lies within The InterContinental. Taste your way through chef Theo Randall's mouthwatering dishes which take you from breakfast to lunch and dinner, with vegan and tasting menus too.

A long-standing staple on London's dining scene, Quaglino's is an iconic restaurant in St James's. Descend the grand staircase where a decadent interior gives way to plush seating and a central bar. The menu leans towards classic European dishes; think steak and seafood.

A restaurant that you can always count on, Bill's is the seasonal spot that pairs tasty plates with gorgeous decor. Spread across 2 floors, the massive space is home to colourful furnishings, dazzling lighting and a bar that shakes up all kinds of cocktails.

Housed within Victoria's Nova development, Timmy Green is a mere few minutes from Buckingham Palace. Once you're done cavorting with beefeaters and watching out for royalty, head here for an Aussie menu in spacious surroundings.

Not only does Rail House Cafe cook up a lip-smacking brunch, but the Victoria restaurant also hosts quirky events like cheese and Champagne masterclasses. Get a taste of the high life, whether that's in a cosy corner table or your own private dining room.

Just a few minutes walk from Buckingham Palace, COYA Mayfair is the Peruvian restaurant that serves pisco and plates with a side of live music. Head here for bottomless brunch at the weekend or visit during the week where ceviche, tiraditos and para picar reign supreme.

From the brains behind Gaucho comes M Restaurant. Nestled in the heart of Victoria, this multi-faceted dining favourite shines a light on good food and great drinks. Choose from the wine bar, raw bar and main dining hall... though, they're all worth a visit.

Can't decide on where to eat? Market Hall Victoria is making things oh-so-simple with a range of food vendors all under one roof. Expect the likes of Flank, Gopal's Corner, Monty's Deli and much more, with a seasonal terrace too.

A restaurant fit for royalty? This British spot is exactly that. Check out The English Grill at The Rubens at The Palace Hotel for a stunning meal in regal surroundings. If that's not enough, then The Leopard Bar and The Curry Room should do it.

Bringing a taste of Scandinavia to central London, Aster is the perfect pick for a little pre or post-sightseeing nosh. Think duck breast and foie gras, as well as truffle potato and crushed swede. Come the weekend, it's bottomless brunch with cocktails and DIY bloody marys.

So you've watched the Changing of the Guard and checked out The Royal Mews? Now it's time to get the edible goods. Ibérica is bringing you just that with a menu of Spanish tapas washed down with wine, aperitivos and sangria on Victoria Street.

Cooking Venetian sharing plates in the heart of Pimlico, TOZI is great for a bite to eat near Buckingham Palace. There's fritti, raw plates and dishes fired up a wood oven, not to mention drool-worthy desserts like affogato and pistacho tiramisu.

The St. James's outpost of Angela Hartnett's much-loved brand, Café Murano puts an emphasis on homely Italian food with an edge. Expect banquette seating and atmospheric lighting with a la carte, theatre and weekend dining options.