{"id":12510,"date":"2015-07-20T08:09:27","date_gmt":"2015-07-20T08:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/?p=12510"},"modified":"2026-06-10T13:14:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T13:14:46","slug":"the-best-restaurants-in-covent-garden","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/the-best-restaurants-in-covent-garden\/","title":{"rendered":"Covent Garden Restaurants &#8211; The Best Restaurants in Covent Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The past few years have seen Covent Garden transform from a tourist destination to a shopping, restaurant and bar destination.<\/p>\n<p>The street performers and theatrical elements remain, which has kept a unique flair to the area, but the capital\u2019s most successful restaurateurs have also entered stage right.<\/p>\n<p>Read this feature on Covent Garden restaurants as we pick some of our favourite restaurants in Covent Garden.<\/p>\n<h2>The Barbary<\/h2>\n<p>The Barbary&#8217;s menu &#8216;reflects the countries from the Atlantic Coast through to the Mediterranean Sea leading to Israel&#8217;. And the food is exquisite.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17505 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;652&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20652&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-barbary-covent-garden.jpeg\" alt=\"The Barbery Covent Garden\" width=\"1000\" height=\"652\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-barbary-covent-garden.jpeg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-barbary-covent-garden.jpeg?resize=300%2C196&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-barbary-covent-garden.jpeg?resize=768%2C501&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-barbary-covent-garden.jpeg?resize=600%2C391&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Barbary is a counter-dining restaurant with an emphasis on sharing dishes, creating a wonderful vibe.<\/p>\n<p>Open all day from noon, the restaurant has only 24 seats and operates a <a title=\"walk-in restaurants\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/the-best-no-reservation-restaurants-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">walk-in<\/a> only policy.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Cora Pearl<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The team behind Kitty Fisher\u2019s in Mayfair opened a second restaurant, <a href=\"http:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/cora-pearl-covent-garden\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cora Pearl<\/a>, in Covent Garden.<\/p>\n<p>The menu is rather short and simple (in a good way!), and most of the dishes grab your attention immediately.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17506 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;667&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20667&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/cora-pearl-restaurant.jpg\" alt=\"Cora Pearl Restaurant in Covent Garden\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/cora-pearl-restaurant.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/cora-pearl-restaurant.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/cora-pearl-restaurant.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/cora-pearl-restaurant.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Try the deliciously rich cheese and ham toastie with a pot of pickle on the side and the excellent veal fillet main dish with a bordelaise sauce with chunks of bone marrow.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure you try the chips &#8211; fluffy, light, delicate layers of potato deep fried to a glorious crisp. Heaven.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Story Cellar<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Chef Tom Sellers opened a Paris-inspired rotisserie in Neal\u2019s Yard.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-19315 lazyDone\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;667&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20667&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/story-cellar-tom-sellars.jpeg\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/story-cellar-tom-sellars.jpeg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/story-cellar-tom-sellars.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/story-cellar-tom-sellars.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/08\/story-cellar-tom-sellars.jpeg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" alt=\"Story Cellar from Michelin starred chef Tom Sellers\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-src=\"\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Story Cellar \u2013 in part named after the chef\u2019s award-winning Southwark restaurant \u2013serves rotisserie chicken, as well as house terrines, changing grills of meat and fish, charcuterie, and smaller plates designed for sharing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"s1\"><b>Blacklock Covent Garden<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\">Blacklock has built a devoted following thanks to its good value, lively atmosphere and expertly cooked chops.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17722\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;667&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20667&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Blacklock-Covent-Garden.jpeg\" alt=\"Blacklock Covent Garden\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Blacklock-Covent-Garden.jpeg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Blacklock-Covent-Garden.jpeg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Blacklock-Covent-Garden.jpeg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Blacklock-Covent-Garden.jpeg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The Covent Garden outpost serves the group\u2019s signature selection of beef, pork and lamb, alongside standout sides and its much-loved white chocolate cheesecake.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The \u201cAll In\u201d sharing feast remains one of London\u2019s best meat-focused dining experiences and they offer the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/the-best-sunday-roast-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best Sunday roast in London<\/a> in my view.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Delaunay<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a title=\"The Delaunay\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/the-delaunay-new-restaurant-launch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Delaunay<\/a>, sits on the corner of Drury Lane and Aldwych in Covent Garden.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17507 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;688&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20688&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-delaunay.jpg\" alt=\"The Delaunay Restaurant\" width=\"1000\" height=\"688\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-delaunay.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-delaunay.jpg?resize=300%2C206&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-delaunay.jpg?resize=768%2C528&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/the-delaunay.jpg?resize=600%2C413&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Delaunay restaurant is open seven days a week serving breakfast, <a title=\"best afternoon tea in London\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/londons-best-afternoon-tea-venues\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">afternoon tea<\/a>, and \u00e0 la carte lunch and dinner menus \u2018inspired by the grand caf\u00e9s of Europe\u2019.\u00a0 An excellent spot for a Wiener Schnitzel.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"s1\"><b>The Barbary Next Door<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\">An intimate sibling to the much-loved Barbary, The Barbary Next Door brings the same bold flavours of North Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean to a smaller, more relaxed setting in Neal\u2019s Yard.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20115\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;898&#39;%20height=&#39;599&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20898%20599&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barbary-next-Door-Covent-Garden.jpg\" alt=\"The Barbary Next Door in Covent Garden\" width=\"898\" height=\"599\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barbary-next-Door-Covent-Garden.jpg?w=898&amp;ssl=1 898w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barbary-next-Door-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barbary-next-Door-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barbary-next-Door-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 898px) 100vw, 898px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The menu focuses on skewers, flatbreads, vegetable dishes and small plates cooked over fire. Expect vibrant spices, excellent ingredients and a lively atmosphere.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>NoMad London<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Bow Street Magistrates Court in Covent Garden, directly opposite the Royal Opera House, has been transformed into a stunning hotel: The Nomad London.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17514\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;959&#39;%20height=&#39;604&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20959%20604&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nomad-rstaurant.jpg\" alt=\"The Nomad Restaurant\" width=\"959\" height=\"604\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nomad-rstaurant.jpg?w=959&amp;ssl=1 959w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nomad-rstaurant.jpg?resize=300%2C189&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nomad-rstaurant.jpg?resize=768%2C484&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/nomad-rstaurant.jpg?resize=600%2C378&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 959px) 100vw, 959px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The main restaurant is set in a landscaped atrium with a soaring glass ceiling, flooded with natural light in the day.<\/p>\n<p>Side Hustle is NoMad\u2019s take on the classic British pub setting but with a menu focusing on Southern California\u2019s fresh, Mexican-influenced cuisine.<\/p>\n<p>Sit at the bar, order a margarita and enjoy some of the great tacos on the menu.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"s1\"><b>Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p2\">Tucked away in Seven Dials, Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels is one of Covent Garden\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/the-best-wine-bars-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best wine bars<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The Paris-born wine bar pairs a globally focused wine list with a concise menu of French-inspired small plates, charcuterie and seasonal dishes.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>J Sheekey<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Fish and seafood restaurant <a href=\"http:\/\/www.j-sheekey.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">J Sheekey<\/a> is a West End institution that oozes old-fashioned glamour.<\/p>\n<p>The menu offers fresh oysters, classic dishes such as Dover sole and lobster thermidor and a signature fish pie.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/J_Sheekey_Restaurant.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11194 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;666&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20666&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/J_Sheekey_Restaurant.jpg\" alt=\"J Sheekey Restaurant\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/J_Sheekey_Restaurant.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/J_Sheekey_Restaurant.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/J_Sheekey_Restaurant.jpg?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/J_Sheekey_Restaurant.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Monochrome photos of stars of stage and screen line wood panelled walls, creating a stylish, intimate atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>J Sheekey is one of our favourite <a title=\"post theatre dining in London\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/pre-post-theatre-dining-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">post theatre venues in London<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Keep reading for our pick of some of the best restaurants in Covent Garden&#8230;.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Ave Mario<\/h2>\n<p>Ave Mario, from the people behind Gloria and Circolo Poplare, have once again gone big on the design and the food, as evidenced by the enormous ice cream cake that they wheel about the room!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20112\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;900&#39;%20height=&#39;600&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20900%20600&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Ave-Mario-Covent-Garden.jpg\" alt=\"Ave Mario, an Italain restaurant in Covent Garden, from the people behind Gloria and Circolo Poplare\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Ave-Mario-Covent-Garden.jpg?w=900&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Ave-Mario-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Ave-Mario-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Ave-Mario-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Specialities at Ave Mario include a caviar section, massive cocktails and a veal Milanese that&#8217;s huge!<\/p>\n<h2>Town<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Town is chef-owner Stevie Parle\u2019s celebration of British produce, sustainability and regenerative farming.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20113\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;667&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20667&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/town-stevie-parle-covent-garden.jpg\" alt=\"Town, a restaurant from Stevie Parle, near Covent Garden\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/town-stevie-parle-covent-garden.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/town-stevie-parle-covent-garden.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/town-stevie-parle-covent-garden.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/town-stevie-parle-covent-garden.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The spacious dining room near Covent Garden showcases exceptional seasonal ingredients with modern British cooking.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Kerridge&#8217;s Bar &amp; Grill<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/tom-kerridge-corinthia-hotel-london\/\">Kerridge&#8217;s Bar and Grill<\/a> is a relaxed British brasserie in the Corinthia Hotel, where the dining room has been beautifully updated by David Collins Studio.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17509 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;714&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20714&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/kerridge-Bar-and-Grill.jpg\" alt=\"Kerridge's Bar &amp; Grill\" width=\"1000\" height=\"714\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/kerridge-Bar-and-Grill.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/kerridge-Bar-and-Grill.jpg?resize=300%2C214&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/kerridge-Bar-and-Grill.jpg?resize=768%2C548&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/kerridge-Bar-and-Grill.jpg?resize=600%2C428&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The menu features some classic British dishes made with the refinement and certain twists, including an indulgent glazed omelette \u2018Lobster Thermidor\u2019 and a rib of beef from The Butcher\u2019s Tap with chips, bone marrow sauce and Gherkin Ketchup.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Rules<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rules.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rules<\/a> in Covent Garden is one of the oldest restaurants in London having been established by Thomas Rule in 1798. It serves traditional British food, specialising in classic game.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17510 size-large\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1024&#39;%20height=&#39;540&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201024%20540&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rules-Restaurant-Covent-Garden-1024x540.jpg\" alt=\"Rules Restaurant in Covent Garden\" width=\"1024\" height=\"540\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rules-Restaurant-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=1024%2C540&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rules-Restaurant-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=300%2C158&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rules-Restaurant-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=768%2C405&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rules-Restaurant-Covent-Garden.jpg?resize=600%2C317&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Rules-Restaurant-Covent-Garden.jpg?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The restaurant has become famous for the gilded grandeur of its d\u00e9cor and the sheer quality of its game, oysters, pies and puddings.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>10 Cases<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/10cases.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Cases<\/a> is a small, unpretentious Bistrot with wine as its main focus.<\/p>\n<p>The menu comprises three starters, mains and desserts, as well as a list of daily specials with a wide-ranging menu of little plates to have at the bar.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17414 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;656&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20656&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/The-Ten-Cases-Wine-Bar.jpg\" alt=\"Ten cases wine bar in Covent Garden\" width=\"1000\" height=\"656\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/The-Ten-Cases-Wine-Bar.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/The-Ten-Cases-Wine-Bar.jpg?resize=300%2C197&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/The-Ten-Cases-Wine-Bar.jpg?resize=768%2C504&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/The-Ten-Cases-Wine-Bar.jpg?resize=600%2C394&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The restaurant only ever buys 10 cases of wine so there are always new wines to try. With only 10 tables available, booking ahead is recommended.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Barrafina Adelaide Street<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Barrafina is a modern Spanish tapas bar owned and operated by restaurateurs Sam &amp; Eddie Hart.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-16146\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20width=&#39;1000&#39;%20height=&#39;666&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%201000%20666&#39;%2F%3E\" data-czlz data-src=\"https:\/\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barrafina-Adelaide-Street.jpg\" alt=\"Barrafina Adelaide Street\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barrafina-Adelaide-Street.jpg?w=1000&amp;ssl=1 1000w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barrafina-Adelaide-Street.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barrafina-Adelaide-Street.jpg?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Barrafina-Adelaide-Street.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The menu is made up of contemporary and traditional tapas from all regions of Spain, and a specials board written around the seasons, which changes twice a day.<\/p>\n<p>Barrafina <a title=\"best no booking restaurants\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/the-best-no-reservation-restaurants-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">does not take reservations<\/a> for lunch or dinner so arrive early and be prepared to queue.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Best Restaurants in Covent Garden<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Need further ideas for the best restaurants in Covent Garden? What about New York\u2019s favourite French brasserie, <a title=\"Balthazar London\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/balthazar-london-new-restaurant-launch-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Balthazar<\/a>? Or steak specialist Hawksmoor Seven Dials? Or the new Caf\u00e9 Murano Covent Garden?<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Bon Vivant Journal<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Subscribe to the Journal to revive our best of guides direct to your inbox. Try our guide to the <a title=\"best Italian restaurants in London\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/the-best-italian-restaurants-in-london\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best Italian restaurant<\/a> or perhaps you&#8217;d prefer our <a title=\"Best Afternoon tea in London\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bonvivant.co.uk\/journal\/londons-best-afternoon-tea-venues\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guide to afternoon tea<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer; top: 173px; left: 20px;\">Save<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"border-radius: 2px; text-indent: 20px; width: auto; padding: 0px 4px 0px 0px; text-align: center; font: bold 11px\/20px 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #ffffff; background: #bd081c no-repeat scroll 3px 50% \/ 14px 14px; position: absolute; opacity: 1; z-index: 8675309; display: none; cursor: pointer; top: 193px; left: 20px;\">Save<\/span><\/p>\n ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The past few years have seen Covent Garden transform from a tourist destination to a shopping, restaurant and bar destination. 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