Discover the best places for a business lunch in London with this hand-picked guide. Whether you’re heading out to impress a client, catching up with your boss or throwing a leaving lunch for one of your colleagues, we hear you. Have a browse of our recommended tips for business lunch restaurants in London and you’ll have somewhere sorted in next to no time.
Last updated on 17th July 2018
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Head over for a business lunch inside this Grade I listed building to really impress your guest. The high-ceiling dining room, terraces, meeting and drinking spots create an airy and bright ambience which create a sense of stylish grandeur. Take advantage of the contemporary conference facilities for that important meeting.
It's not just gorgeous views at Scoff & Banter in Canary Wharf, the spot is also a great place to grab an easy lunch, with fine British dining taking precedent, including steaks, fish pie and a vegan menu.
Based in the heart of the City of London, the Refinery is an all-day restaurant and bar that promises to cater to whatever need you might have. With a variety of classic and signature cocktails to enjoy courtesy of the bar, it's the all-day food menu that's really got us excited. Perfect for a business lunch in London, this jack-of-all-trades will definitely cater for all your needs.
Just moments away from Blackfriars, Jamie's is a wine bar tucked away from the masses on Tudor Street. Get comfy at their large restaurant space or book somewhere a little quieter downstairs, where a menu of sandwiches and hot main courses are served up to those in for a business meet. There's sharing platters and an extensive choice of over 20 wines by the glass to boot.
Ideally located within a stones throw of the city and boasting an effortlessly sophisticated ambience, the Devonshire Terrace is a stand out candidate for a business lunch in the capital. The decor is clean-cut and slick, and with an outdoor terrace littered with places to sit and discuss terms, this Liverpool Street hangout is sure to leave a lasting impression on your client.
Occupying a prized location on the edge of the Canary Wharf riverfront, 28 West is a cool and convenient restaurant for a business lunch. Pull up a seat in their relaxed dining area where classic American grilled goods, craft beers and experimental cocktails ensure there's something here for everyone.
Located directly off the famous Thames Path, and inside the historic Hays Wharf, Hay's Galleria is an excellent choice of a business lunch close to London Bridge. The venue's petanque pitch and outdoor terrace might grab the headlines, but this place also showcases a regularly changing menu of the freshest seafood, seasonal veg and responsibly sourced ingredients. The wine list is a winner too; offering top quality bottles at accessible rates.
Patch St. Paul's is one impressively striking haven for office workers close to Blackfriars and St. Paul's. It's a winner in terms of comfort and convenience for corporate get-togethers, with varied cuisine and plenty of drinks to consider. Don't be surprised to find yourself back for some more at the end of the working day.
From the glitzy interiors, including marble pillars and velvet chairs, through to the massive plates of delicious food, Steak & Lobster is a crowd-pleasing option for a business lunch in central London.
With an express lunch menu alongside a la carte offerings and a luxury menu; there is plenty of choice when it comes to wining and dining with colleagues and clients.
This Fleet Street restaurant-come-bar-come-pub is the ideal spot for a casual lunch. Whether it's a glass of wine or Spanish food you're after, you can expect professional service and quality ingredients in the heart of the City.
A classy Canary Wharf eatery and City slicker spot, Smollenksy's is a corporate munch mecca and thanks to its comprehensive A La Carte menu of patties and salads to steaks and seafood, there'll no doubt be a sumptuous snack to satisfy every hungry palate. Study those stats with a chilled beer in one hand as you fork up the flame-grilled salmon fillet or piri-piri roast chicken - business bites indeed.
Offering fantastic value for money given its location right at the heart of the city, Balls Brothers Austin Friars brings a touch of relaxed industrial elegance. Chefs prepare a seasonal menu from an open plan kitchen, service is friendly but not intrusive and there's an excellent selection of cocktails, wines and beers to cap things off.
Need a restaurant for a business meeting in the Old Street area? The Jones Family Project's slick interiors, divine menu and impressive choice of wine makes it another of our favourite spots for a business lunch in London. Easily accessible from the tube station, this is a haven for great food and drinks with a friendly atmosphere that won't fail to impress.
With a whole pack to devour around catering to business lunches, The Britannia makes for the perfect corporate haven where you can settle into their cosy, comforting surrounds and relaxed atmosphere. Whether you're having a meeting or casual get together, The Britannia has private spaces and tables available for your needs.
All Bar One Regent Street is that perfect intersection between sophisticated bar and fun venue, making it ideal for your next business meeting. Sit down in the suave bar for a cocktail, beer, or pick from their list of wines and Champagnes for your next meal.
Tucked between Victoria at St James Park, Royal Quarter is the perfect spot to enjoy a business lunch or coffee. Light, airy and friendly, this welcoming location will keep you chatting away until the late afternoon.
For a Thames-side business bite to eat, Northbank Restaurant has your name all over it. With stunning views of the Southbank and the Millennium Bridge, your client cannot fail to be impressed by the style and substance of the menu. There's great drinks to match, so be sure to consider this one if you're meeting close to Mansion House.
Located in the Hilton Hotel just off Hyde Park, Aubaine is the perfect place for your business lunch in London. Combining a relaxed atmosphere with a luxurious setting, it is the ideal spot to settle in and nibble on some delicious French and European food.
If you're looking for a solid shout for your next business lunch in Central London, take a look at Balls Brothers Mayfair. Nestled between Bond Street and Oxford Circus, this traditional-cum-modern eatery fronts British-inspired eats, a great drinks selection and a clean aesthetic ideal for any perspective client.
Based just a stone's throw away from its original sister venue, Tank and Paddle Bishopsgate hopes to draw in the city's many busy workers with its comfort food offering, fun games and home brewed pints of beer. While the kitchen staff roll out freshly made stone-baked pizzas, the bar is busy serving home brewed pints of craft beer and real ale, all created in the giant tanks that stand behind the bar. Perfect for after work drinks or even a working lunch, this charming spot caters for whatever mood you might be in.
If you have a client to impress, you must take them to M Restaurant. Their interiors are luxurious and lavish, with deep dark tones and contemporary furnishings, while their food will be enough to win any deal. Hailing from six different countries, they offer distinct flavours that perfectly compliment the wonderful wine list.
Complete with a garden lounge and a flower shop, don't stress if you forget you're in the city - it's easily done. Aiming to be your “botanically-inspired haven”, The Folly would suit a super casual meet with a trusted client or a light bite with some colleagues; there's a good choice of food and drinks served throughout the day.
The views at Gillray's Steakhouse are something special. Sitting pretty opposite Big Ben, a stunning backdrop to your meeting is assured if you head here. The steak-focused menu is delicious and there's a sophisticated ambience to soak in just a short walk away from Waterloo. Relax into nine-metre Chesterfield sofas and get down to work.
Looking for somewhere where you can celebrate both old and new? Found in the heart of London's bustling financial centre, Roma winds the clock back 2000 years to celebrate the culinary traditions of Ancient Rome. This is a stunning and unique spot to enjoy a bite to eat, with locally sourced produce prepared using ancient techniques (like cooking with hay) and a drinks menu featuring both bespoke cocktails and wines traced back to the same vineyards the Romans themselves would have drunk from.
Located in the heart of Canary Wharf, Roka offers a stylish and professional environment perfect for a business lunch. Add to that their fantastic range of authentic Japanese cuisine and you and your colleagues will be very happy.
