Covent Garden is a perfect destination for foodies over the years. Here, we are providing our best picks from the diverse options available in London.
Covent Garden Restaurants – Top 10 in the Market
1. Petersham Nurseries
This chic café is located in the Floral Court, London. It is considered one of the most romantic restaurants in London. The open interiors are chic with freshly cut flower décor, vintage furniture turning it into a beautiful courtyard.
The ingredients are straight from their farms. Its must-try dishes on its menu include smoked mackerel with lemon croquettes and horseradish, braised Ox cheek accompanied with Chianti Classico, Monkfish glazed with vinegar, hazelnuts, and artichokes.
In the desserts, you must try its Yorkshire rhubarb and ricotta tart. The extensive wine collection frequently changes with some of the best wines from the vineyards.
2. Warehouse
This vibrant restaurant is located on the ground floor of The Conduit members club in Covent Garden. It is perfectly suited for casual get-togethers or romantic dinner dates. They engage with sustainable ingredients to prepare unique and innovative dishes.
Its must-try delicacies include Celeriac served with Roasted Hazelnuts and Salted Liquorice sauce, Venison tartare dressed with black mustard greens, and mackerel served with preserved rhubarb.
For the sweet tooth, it has a chocolate tart served with a rosehip curd and vanilla ice cream and a Chestnut mousse infused with Oolong tea and a center of pear purée. Wines are sustainable, organic, and seasonally led by mixologist Walter Pintus.
3. Frenchie Covent Garden
This chic restaurant located in Covent Garden, Henrietta St is rated Michelin Star. The restaurant was started by two Parisian sisters. It has a long and sleek interior with infused New York and Paris-based decor.
It is one of the most romantic restaurants in London. It offers French-infused cuisine. Its must-try delicacies include duck breast, bacon with maple syrup dressing, and garnished with cream, lamb ragu, and pork.
It has several dishes on its menu for the sweet tooth. Its pre and post-theatre menus are worth trying. It has well-experienced chefs. It has a fantastic collection of wines sourced from local producers.
4. Louie
If you are a vegetarian you must try the black truffle pappardelle, Perigord truffle, creamy portobello farro. In desserts, it offers delicacies like Apple Tarte Tatin and Mango Tartare with whipped cream and aged rum.
It is located in West Street, London. It has energy radiating club-like interiors which gives a New York City vibe. The restaurant offers dishes with rich flavors.
It has some of its signature dishes including barbecued lobster, butter-poached oysters, hand-cut steak tartare, monkfish coubion, foie grass terrine.
It offers authentic Italian, French, and American wines. It has a fantastic cocktail menu like Kiki Di Montparnasse, La Javanaise.
5. The Barbary
Some of the satisfying dishes on its menu include black salmon Dukkah, Grilled Halloumi, Naan e Barbari, Moroccan Cigars, Barbarian Falafel. The Hash cake filled with pistachios is one of the most tempting desserts on its menu.
The Barbary is located in the Neal’s Yard in Covent Garden. This restaurant offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
Their menu reflects Mediterranean countries along the Barbary Coast. It has a fantastic collection of wines at a reasonable price.
6. Cora Pearl
In the main course, you must try the roast lamb garnished with fresh mint while in the desserts Rhubarb Sorbet is worth giving a try. The drinks menu includes champagnes, European wines, and infused cocktails.
This restaurant offers complex British food in the heart of Covent Garden. It also offers pre-theatre dining.
Fish stew with croutons and Jerusalem Artichoke Risotto is garnished with Kale & Shimejis. One of the comfort foods on its menu is the Cora Pearl Cheeseburger.
7. Christopher’s
This modern fine dining space is located at Wellington Street in Covent Garden. It has elegant modern interiors with grey walls and furniture and a contrasting décor. It has Martini Bar, A dining room and a club. It offers a formal dining service.
Its explicit menu includes some of the sumptuous dishes like blackened salmon with cress salad, Huevos California served with tortilla, chilli salsa, guacamole, Monterey jack cheese, and fried eggs, Corn Beef Hash with béarnaise sauce.
It specializes in steaks and in desserts, it has pecan pie, raspberry sorbets, and chocolate brioche French toast. It has an exotic collection of beers and cocktails.
8. 26 Grains
This old-street café located in Covent Garden has an outdoor space giving it a summery look. In the breakfast, Brioche French Toast accompanied with Rhubarb Compote served with Rosemary Honey dressing should definitely be given a try.
The Aubergine Piccalilli is accompanied by a Cheddar Toastie topped with Jalapeno Mayo. Smoked Cod’s Roe is served with Trout Caviar while the Flor Barley Sourdough is topped with whipped butter.
The Duck Croquette is served with Stilton and garnished with Creme Fraiche. The cocktails section offers a wide variety from East London Liquor Gin to Collins cocktails. However, it is on the costlier side.
9. Balthazar
This upscale brasserie dining space is located at Russell Street in Coven Garden. It has an appealing menu including breakfasts, brunch, and dinner. It offers a selection of exotic dishes including lobster spaghetti garnished with blistered tomatoes.
Basil leaves, grilled veal rib eye with Pommes Aligot, and crispy prosciutto and Baked Aubergine with roast pepper tapenade, duck liver parfait with caramelized hazelnuts, and pear chutney.
The desserts include Apple Tarte fine, chocolate mousse, raspberry souffle. It offers a good collection of cocktails, champagnes, beers, and wines. The rates are also reasonable.
