Charing Cross Restaurants

Updated on 5/11/2023

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Afternoon Tea at Corinthia London

Diners’ top pick

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££££Price: Very Expensive

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Afternoon Tea

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4.7

(1195)

Afternoon Tea at Corinthia London offers one of life’s great luxuries. Illuminated by a spectacular Baccarat Chandelier and accompanied by uplifting melodies from a Steinway Piano, The Crystal Moon Lounge provides an idyllic atmosphere for a sumptuous afternoon treat.
Designed to showcase individual elements of a tea ceremony and with every aspect of a guest's experience considered, our expert Tea Master weighs and infuses bespoke tea blends for the perfect cup of tea. Delight in this wonderful interactive experience, with cakes and indulgent patisseries served from our heritage trolley on a bespoke line of Richard Brendon bone china. For a touch of elegance, enjoy a glass of Laurent-Perrier Brut Champagne in Baccarat Mille Nuits champagne flutes with a nod to the breath-taking Baccarat crystal chandelier overhead.

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Steak and Company Leicester Square

££££Price: Expensive

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Steakhouse

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4.4

(1592)

At the OpenTable Diner's Choice award-winning Steak and Company, quality runs through our veins. We are so proud of everything we do, with a passionate focus on the provenance of our farm-to-fork ingredients, along with brasserie-style dishes, beautifully crafted cocktails, and an excellent wine list selected by a Master of Wine. We serve only the finest steaks, which have been carefully selected by our master butchers. Staying true to our core values, Steak and Company is a #ACutAboveTheRest serving high-quality cuts from the countryside, directly sourced vino from the vineyards, and exceptional service in central London, making us the perfect spot for that exciting meal of the day. Walk-ins are welcome across all Steak and Company branches; Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Piccadilly Circus, and Gloucester Road, with outdoor terrace seating available across all venues (except Gloucester Road). We serve a Kids Menu activity pack, and Theatre Set Menu, from Monday - Friday, 4-6pm.

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Moc Kitchen

££££Price: Moderate

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Vietnamese

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4.4

(316)

MOC Kitchen is a casual dining Vietnamese restaurant under Charing Cross The Arches, just off Villiers Street.
The focus is on fresh, authentic food with dishes made every day from scratch.
Ideal venue to meet a friend for a quick lunch or come and enjoy our pre-theater menu with wines.

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Thai Square Trafalgar Square

Top-rated food

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££££Price: Expensive

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Thai

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4.4

(1626)

Looking out over one of London’s most famous landmarks, the flagship branch of Thai Square is a great choice for lunch or dinner near Trafalgar Square. Formerly the impressive Norwegian embassy, Thai Square is a seriously spacious venue full of traditional artefacts, heavy wooden doors and sprays of exotic flowers – perfect for laid-back lunches with friends and cosy romantic dinners. And when tourists invariably tumble in by chance, they are rewarded, as you will be, with excellent Thai cuisine. Thai Square’s authentic menu is full of familiar favourites like fiery tom yum soup, fragrant green chicken curry and chargrilled duck breast with tamarind sauce. Vegetarians are spoilt for choice with delicious dishes like aubergine and shiitake mushrooms stir-fried with sweet basil and garlic. At the weekend, the club downstairs is open until 3am – perfect for diners who want to dance the night away in style.

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Bardo St James’s

££££Price: Very Expensive

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Italian

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4.6

(40)

Bardo St. James’s is an Italian restaurant bringing a multi-sensory experience; dishes using the best produce sourced from both the UK and Italy, a meeting place comprising a walk-in wine cellar with an extensive fine wine selection, private dining room, private lounge, and a beautiful long marble bar providing a gorgeous focal point for guests to enjoy a drink.
With a decor that complements a well thought out menu, expect opulent marble and solid wood flooring, Italian furnitures, bespoke Murano glass chandeliers and wall lights. Bardo isn’t confined to a food only experience. Playing host to a different live band each evening, guests can expect an engaging atmosphere that makes for an unforgettable night.

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Gouqi London

££££Price: Very Expensive

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Chinese

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4.6

(137)

Chef Tong Chee Hwee, former Global Group Executive Head Chef, has returned to launch Gouqi, a new high-end fine dining Chinese restaurant located at 25-34 Cockspur Street, St James's opposite the Canadian Embassy, Trafalgar Square. Chef Tong has previously achieved 7 Michelin Stars across many countries.
The restaurant name derives from the goji berry, a symbol of health and vitality that inspires the ethos of the restaurant. Using premium produce sourced from around the globe, the menu offers an abundance of flavours, techniques, ingredients. The traditional wine cellar is well stocked and features fine wines, and the bar offers Asian inspired cocktails.
Gouqi seats 92 covers, including 2 private interconnecting dining rooms; Crimson & Ruby, which seat 10 and 12, and combine to accommodate up to 22 guests.
Our Legendary Peking Duck and Tasting Menus are available to pre-order 24hrs, and Whole Crispy Chicken with 8-Head Australian Abalone and Fresh Black Truffle 48hrs in advance.

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Americana ~ Southern Hospitality

Top-rated hospitality

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££££Price: Moderate

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American

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4.5

(150)

AMERICANA IS …
… soul pleasing Southern food and drink with warm, relaxed Southern hospitality, in Haymarket, one of London’s hottest locations.
Whether enjoying lunch with your family, or relaxing over wine and beer with friends, we have the perfect authentic Southern soul food and drink for all occasions – served from early until well past midnight.
We can’t wait to share Americana with you!

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Paper Moon London

££££Price: Very Expensive

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Italian

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4.4

(40)

The iconic Italian restaurant arrives in London and is the first opening within the stunning OWO building. It offers elegant and traditional favourites from the original 1970s Milanese flagship,a private dining experience, the perfect spot for cocktails on the terrace or long, luxurious feasts in the main dining room.
Grand surroundings and high end design are perfectly paired in a relaxed and welcoming environment that Paper Moon does better than anyone.
At Paper Moon we aim to provide all our guests a relaxed and refined Italian dining experience and ask that those joining us dress in a smart casual for lunch and dinner.
We welcome families to join us for lunch and afternoons with their children. But after 6 pm, only children over 12 years of age may join us for dinner.
Our outdoor seating is situated in the iconic courtyard of The OWO, where we also welcome our pet friends.
Pets are not allowed inside the venue.

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San Carlo Regent Street

££££Price: Very Expensive

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Italian

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4.4

(253)

Welcome to San Carlo Regent Street St James's.
We use only the finest, authentic ingredients, to deliver the best italian experience to our guests.
San Carlo is renowned for its signature dishes, from the decadent Spaghetti Lobster or classic Cacio e Pepe, Spaghettini Vongole or authentic Carbonara to spectacular sharing dishes such as the Shellfish Royale or Mixed Grigliata di Pesce., or the famous Spaghettini lobster from Signor Sassi in Knightsbridge , alongside grill and main classics, antipasti, pasta an extensive seafood menu and of course tempting desserts, there's something for everyone.
There is also an extensive wine list.Choose from two relaxed yet elegant dining areas or go al fresco on the terrace and enjoy the best italian experience in Regent Street.

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Somerset House Terrace with San Miguel

Great vibe

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££££Price: Moderate

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Spanish

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4.1

(84)

Back for its fourth season, the Somerset House Terrace Bar with San Miguel has returned with a brand new tapas menu curated by Founder of Tapas Revolution Omar Allibhoy - which pairs perfectly with an ice cold beer. Visitors can expect delicious sharing boards, an assortment of delicious pinchos and stone baked flatbreads from the regions of Valencia and Catalonia.
On the last Friday of each month, the Somerset House Terrace Bar with San Miguel will welcome live Saxophonist sundowner sets, transporting visitors to a truly Ibizian experience.
With its stunning riverside location, the Terrace Bar is the perfect spot for those looking for somewhere to while away a summer afternoon or evening, grab an ice cold San Miguel, Especial, Gluten Free, 0,0 or Selecta beer, or the special San Miguel Sundown Spritz cocktail.
Walk-ins are welcome at any time. If you are looking for a drink only, there is no need to book online as we hold tables for walk-in guests.

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L'ulivo Villiers Street

££££Price: Expensive

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Italian

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4.2

(1180)

Welcome to L'ulivo Villiers Street!
Here at lulivo (pronounced looleevoh) we are passionate about our food and our customers, full stop, that simple.
There is no better feeling then delivering a great service and knowing you guys are tucking into a great dish.

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