Where To Eat Outside in Covent Garden

From bottomless BBQ brunches to steak supper clubs, temper Covent Garden is an unmissable outdoor dining space in London. Perfectly perched on Mercer Walk, the restaurant's spacious terrace is a brilliant spot for chomping away on hearty grilled plates while soaking up the sun.

If you're craving a good 'ol fashioned burger, look no further than Honest Burgers in nearby Holborn. Located a short walk away from Covent Garden, this restaurant totes an outdoor dining space in the form of street side tables so you can chomp away on hearty buns with a side of people watching. 

Hailed as one of the most famous restaurants in Covent Garden, Tuttons Restaurant offers outdoor dining overlooking the piazza. A sought-after destination come summer, the brasserie specialises in classic, seasonal dishes with an extensive selection of drinks to wash everything down with.

Offering a prime location for alfresco dining in Covent Garden, Jakata is a unique place to have a cocktail and a bite to eat while watching city dwellers pass by. Stop by for one of their legendary boozy brunch events and you may even see a famous face or two. 

Boulevard Brasserie is bringing a slice of chic Parisian dining to the heart of Covent Garden with street side tables and an indoor-meets-outdoor feel from its French doors. Choose from a variety of menus, with signature dishes including moules et frites, boeuf bourguignon and coq au vin. 

With a successful sister site in Soho, Barrafina is a staple for delicious tapas and wine in the heart of Covent Garden. Pull up a chair in the outdoor seating area and tuck into plates of seafood, cold meats and grilled specials with a glass of their signature sherry (or two).

Tredwells is a modern British eatery housed in Covent Garden, providing solace from the busy Seven Dials area. Head on over and dine on signature dishes of slow cooked pork belly, chargrilled steak and confit hake on their street side terrace. 

Offering alfresco cocktails and pizza in the heart of Covent Garden, BungaTINI is a small yet perfectly formed retreat from busy central London. Head here for home-made pastries, pizzas and simple regional dishes with plenty of wine, cocktails and aperitifs to wash it all down. 

Looking for an alfresco dining option that really packs a punch? Check out Radio Rooftop, where you can indulge in a boozy brunch overlooking Covent Garden and beyond. From sunrise to sunset, you can enjoy the changing views of the capital with handcrafted cocktails and seasonal dishes.

A stunning Covent Garden restaurant and global institution, Sushisamba is an essential visit for its unique blend of Peruvian, Brazilian and Japanese cuisine. Think refreshing cocktails, innovative dishes and a buzzing atmosphere, with impressive interiors that simply must be Instagrammed. 

A chic wine bar in Covent Garden, Dalla Terra is a brilliant place to unwind with handpicked bottles and a bite to eat. Make the most of its alfresco terrace on a sunny day and you may just feel like you've wandered off the streets of London and into an Italian back alley.