Restaurants In London's West End

Shopping, world-famous theatre and cocktail bars; the West End simply can't help itself in combining Covent Garden, Soho and Leicester Square to create one of the most bustling districts in the capital. But, you're looking hungry. From high-end to casual dining, it's not just shopping that this area does well, there's food, and plenty of it. Check out our picks for the best restaurants in the West End and make your trip to the heart of Theatreland worthwhile when it comes to brunch, lunch and dinner.

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Last updated on 17th September 2024




Vapiano Great Portland Street

Festive fizz on us!

In the West End, you'll find two Vapiano outposts, one on Great Portland Steet and the other as soon as you hop out of Tottenham Court Road Station, boasting a glossy, glass exterior. This laid-back Italian restaurant is the perfect place to swing by for a bit of no-fuss grub. Customise your dish by choosing the type of pasta you want to inhale, then look forward to helpings of creamy carbonara and bolognese, as well as light sourdough pizzas. 

Americana London

Tuesday Jazz from 8.30pm and 3 other offers

Bringing the flavours of South America to London, Americana is a charming eatery decked out in lush greenery, plush pink seating and plenty of warm lighting. Head down here to munch on delicious soul food goodies like cauliflower bites with blue cheese sauce, flame-grilled pork belly with a sweet apple and chilli marmalade glaze, or slow-barbecued smoked lamb shoulder.

Inamo Covent Garden

Unlimited Asian tapas & sushi with free-flowing wine or beer £54.95 per person and 2 other offers

One of the coolest restaurants in the West End, Inamo serves Eastern dishes that range from sushi to Asian curries. That's not all though, as their interactive dining tables will have you order from trackpads, playing games between dishes and watching the chefs live from the kitchen. 

Kitty Hawk Rooftop Bar & Restaurant

Lunch Set menu

Perched atop Page 8 Hotel, Kitty Hawk Rooftop Bar & Restaurant offers a breathtaking escape in London's vibrant West End. The space is bathed in golden light and adorned with burnt orange accents and boasts panoramic views that will leave you dazzled. On the menu, you'll find delicate plates of seafood (think Cornish lemon sole with wild sea greens, or North Sea halibut alongside chorizo), plus classics like fish and chips, and hearty triple-cooked chips to accompany. 

Byron – Covent Garden

Byron Covent Garden and Tottenham Court Road are industrial-style joints decked out in brick walls, serving the perfect meal to enjoy before or after a night out at the theatre. They've got an array of burgers made using top-notch cuts that are aged to perfection. Their signature burger is the star of the show, featuring relish, red onion, pickles, and maple bacon, along with the Clucky, which is filled with buttermilk fried chicken, smashed avocado, and Sriracha hot honey.

Pizza Pilgrims Carnaby

The Full Pilgrimage £29.50 per person and 1 other offer

Located in Kingly Court, Pizza Pilgrims Carnaby is a charming pizzeria exuding a groovy '60s vibe with a quirky Neapolitan twist. Not just your average Italian lunch joint, they serve a variety of authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas like 'nduja and Fiorentina, fried goodies such as oozy mozzarella-stuffed arancini, and a range of drinks to wash it all down. 

Ikoyi

Using fresh, sustainable ingredients and spices sourced straight from sub-Saharan West Africa, Ikoyi is a culinary experience you won't want to miss. This sleek Nigerian joint, run by duo chef Jeremy Chan and director Ire Hassan-Odukale, brings the heat with signature dishes like Jerusalem artichoke moin moin.

Lahpet West End

Wander over to the West End for a delicious, Burmese feast thanks to the masterminds behind Lahpet. As one of the only London restaurants to specialise in Burmese cuisine, you'll find head chef Zaw whipping up fragrant plates on a daily basis, with a range of menus to choose from, including one for feasting and an express lunch. The space is bright and modern, with abstract tiles on the floor and dainty golden light fixtures hanging above. Pull up a chair and devour the likes of mutton curry, coconut noodles and cassava cake, served with jackfruit sorbet and crystallised pineapple.

Jamavar

Jamavar is a two-story wonderland inspired by the Viceroy's house in New Delhi during the British Raj that marries India's rich heritage with the modern demands of 21st-century dining. Here, head chef Rohit Ghai, with his wealth of experience, has masterfully adapted traditional recipes to suit London's tastebuds, offering a mix of large and small plates, like the delectable lobster neeruli, coconut payasam, and Sindhi gosht.

Hakkasan

Bagging its first Michelin star back in 2003, Hakkasan is a swanky fusion eatery in London's West End. With branches in global hotspots like New York, Shanghai, and Dubai, it's renowned for its top-notch food and service, offering a luxurious dining experience, focusing on savouring rather than devouring. The Mayfair outpost rocks sleek lacquered wood and vibrant blue accents, giving off a lively, club-like vibe where you can dig into treats like Peking Duck with caviar and grilled Wagyu beef with premium soy sauce.