When you come down to London, your pre-theatre restaurant is a very important part of the break. We have some offers but we recognise that they are quite limited.
Here are some restaurants that we have worked with in the past and that should be able to provide you with a good pre-theatre dinning experience.
BBAR![]() Located opposite Buckingham Palace Royal Mews, the distinctly South African-influenced bbar & restaurant is only minutes away from Victoria station & its surrounding theatres. |
Bertorelli’s, Frith StreetBertorelli’s, Frith Street Nearest Tube Tottenham Court Road / Leicester Square Address: 11/13 Frith Street W1D 4RB Bertorelli’s, Frith Street More information: Pre-theatre dinner from 1730 daily … |
Boulevard Brasserie![]() Boulevard Brasserie is the perfect place to soak up Covent Garden’s unique and vibrant atmosphere, whilst enjoying one of their mouth watering dishes. |
Cantina VinopolisCantina Vinopolis Nearest Tube Address: No 1 Bank End SE1 9BU Cantina Vinopolis More information: … |
Carnaby Restaurant![]() Carnaby is a bustling brasserie serving a Mediterranean and French inspired menu. |
Chez Gerard Restaurant, Charlotte Street![]() Renowned for "the best steak frites this side of Paris" and serving award winning wines, this is a "carnivores" paradise also boasting fish and vegetarian dishes, par excellence. |
Chez Gerard Restaurant, Dover Street![]() On entering a Chez Gérard you find you have been transported to a traditional French brasserie of the 1930s. Apart from the panelled booths, luggage racks and stylish zinc bar, there is no mistaking the sounds, aromas and tastes of France. |
Homage Grand Salon RestaurantHomage Grand Salon Restaurant Nearest Tube Address: Homage Grand Salon Restaurant More information: … |
Incognico![]() Incognico – Shaftesbury Ave. This is the place to go for pre-theatre eats with friends. Its usually buzzing, and the service is impeccable without being obtrusive. |
Leon de BruxellesConveniently set in the heart of Theatre Land, on Cambridge Circus, and opposite Singin In The Rain, Léon De Bruxelles offers a slice of Europe, big flavours and a bright and spacious environment. Choose Mussels, Fish and Chips or a vegetarian option, with fabulous waffles or crème brûlée to finish! |
LiveBait, The Cut, Waterloo![]() An astonishing menu seamlessly combines the traditional with the creative – served in the time-honoured tradition – a nirvana for all lovers of seafood. Excellent location when seeing a show at The Old Vic Theatre. |
LiveBait, Wellington Street![]() Livebait have found the winning formula in combining the finest fish and seafood in town, with an intimate, friendly ambience to make this one of the UK’s most popular fish restaurants. |
Masala Zone, Covent Garden![]() Masala Zone is the result of a passion to present the real flavours of India at affordable prices. It is very traditional, casual, friendly and fun. |
Masala Zone, Soho![]() Masala Zone in Soho, like its sister restaurant in Covent Garden is very traditional, casual, friendly and fun and is the result of a passion to present the real flavours of India at affordable prices. |
Maxwell’s Bar & Grill![]() Maxwells is a vibrant, high energy restaurant and bar set over two floors in the heart of Covent Garden. Designed to appeal to all tastes; good quality grill classics, prime-cut steaks, fresh fish and huge salads freshly prepared and served up at reasonable prices. |
Navajo Joe![]() Housed in a beautiful warehouse conversion, Navajo Joe sets the gold standard in bar/restaurants in Covent Garden. |
Old Master’s Carvery![]() An extensive buffet style carvery in the Old Masters’ Restaurant never fails to satisfy. |
OXO Tower RestaurantOXO Tower Restaurant Nearest Tube Blackfriars Address: Barge House Street SE1 OXO Tower Restaurant More information: … |
Palm Court Brasserie![]() Set in the heart of Covent Garden and overlooking the piazza, Palm Court is the quintessential, intimate Parisian-style brasserie. Opened by renowned London restaurateur Brian Stein, it has been lovingly crafted to recreate a classically 1920s art nouveau environment. |
Pizza ExpressPizza Express Nearest Tube Holborn Address: 99 High Holborn WC1V 6LF Pizza Express More information: Mon – Sat, 11:30am – Midnight, Sun, 11:30am – 10:00pm … |
Pizza Express, HaymarketPizza Express, Haymarket Nearest Tube Piccadilly Circus Address: Haymarket SW1Y 4EN Pizza Express, Haymarket More information: Mon – Sat 11:30 – Midnight; Sun 11:30 – 11:00pm … |
Ponti’s Italian Kitchen Oxford Circus![]() The trouble with eating Italian food is that five or six days later youre hungry again. George Miller, British writer. Welcome to the new generation of Ponti’s Italian Kitchen, family-run since 1963. Created for friends who expect the highest levels of Italian home cooking. Pre- Theatre Meals can be taken between 4pm and 6pm. |
Ponti’s Italian Kitchen, Duke Street![]() The trouble with eating Italian food is that five or six days later youre hungry again. George Miller, British writer Welcome to the new generation of Ponti’s Italian Kitchen, family-run since 1963. Created for friends who expect the highest levels of Italian home cooking, Ponti’s brings you exceptional quality ingredients supplied by their cousins in the Emilia Romagna region – simply prepared, with our generation’s twist on the tasty regional dishes that our parents cooked for us back in their day. |
Porters Restaurant.![]() Porters serves good quality real English food at affordable prices. Pies, stews, and proper puddings are highlights of this menu. |
Rainforest CafeRainforest Cafe Nearest Tube Piccadilly Circus Address: 20 Shaftesbury Avenue W1D 7EU Rainforest Cafe More information: Mon – Fri : Midday to 10pm; Sat : 11.30 – 8pm; Sun : 11.30 – 10pm … |
Restaurant Ship Hispaniola![]() Afternoon Tea, Lunch or pre-theatre dinner on board the permanently moored Restaurant Ship on the River Thames. |
Ritz Restaurant![]() The Ritz Restaurant is considered by many to be the most beautiful hotel restaurant in the world. |
Sarastro Restaurant![]() Add a Pre-Theatre Dinner at this excellent opera themed and flamboyant restaurant, rich in heavy drapes, frescoed ceilings, mosaics and operatic props. |
Silk Restaurant, Courthouse![]() Silk is the architectural focal point of the ground floor of the hotel, having been converted from the old Number One court. The room is covered by a huge vaulted glass ceiling and is framed by original English Oak panelling. Michelin Recommended Restaurant since 2008 |
Sophie’s SteakhouseSophie’s Steakhouse Nearest Tube Address: 29-31 Wellington Street WC2E 7DB Sophie’s Steakhouse More information: … |
Spaghetti House Bressenden Pl (Victoria)![]() Generations of Londoners have been enjoying Spaghetti House, where only the finest and freshest ingredients are caringly prepared, and where food is charmingly served, coupled with a great wine list that perfectly complements the cuisine. Restaurant is ideally located for Billy Elliot and Wicked. |
Spaghetti House Cranbourn St![]() Generations of Londoners have been enjoying Spaghetti House, where only the finest and freshest ingredients are caringly prepared, and where food is charmingly served, coupled with a great wine list that perfectly complements the cuisine. Restaurant is ideally located for West End Theatres, including Noel Coward, Duke of York’s, Wyndhams, Arts. St Martin’s and Ambassadors Theatres. |
Spaghetti House Haymarket![]() Generations of Londoners have been enjoying Spaghetti House, where only the finest and freshest ingredients are caringly prepared, and where food is charmingly served, coupled with a great wine list that perfectly complements the cuisine. Restaurant ideally located for shows at Her Majesty’s, Prince of Wales, Piccadilly, Criterion, Comedy & Theatre Royal, Haymarket. |
Spaghetti House St Martin’s Lane (Soho)![]() Generations of Londoners have been enjoying Spaghetti House, where only the finest and freshest ingredients are caringly prepared, and where food is charmingly served, coupled with a great wine list that perfectly complements the cuisine. Restaurant is ideally located for The Garrick, Noel Coward, Duke of York’s & Wyndhams Theatres. |
Squares, Trafalgar![]() Brand New Restaurant, Squares, right in the heart of London, at the Royal Trafalgar Hotel. |
Terrace Restaurant Le Meridien Piccadilly![]() Add a 2 or 3-course Pre-Theatre Lunch with a complimentary glass of Champagne or a Pre-Theatre Dinner with a complimentary glass of wine (3 course only) at the 5 star Le Meridien Piccadilly Hotel. |
The Brasserie at Grosvenor Victoria![]() The stunning new Brasserie at The Grosvenor is the place for casual dining. Located minutes away from Victoria Station. Ideally located for Billy elliot & Wicked |
Veeraswamy![]() This excellent Indian restaurant boasts the title of Britains oldest and is an excellent start to any Theatre Break. |




























