When it comes to fantastic food, London is not a city you want to skip out on. London’s restaurant scene is vast and varied, featuring a wide range of modern British and fine dining eateries, as well as incredible world cuisine. If you love slow-cooked BBQ steaks and succulently smoky burgers, London has a ton of great grill restaurants that use traditional methods to enhance flavours and tenderise meat. You’ll find BBQ restaurants that cater to vegetarian and vegan customers, as well as grill restaurants that specialise in Japanese and Korean barbecue.
Sip on a glass of bourbon and tuck into hickory-smoked meats at an American-style smokehouse in the heart of north London. Sample unique Basque country cuisine and a selection of more than 200 fine wines. Or enjoy live music and dine out on steak and lobster at a Gulf Coast-inspired restaurant. These are the 10 best BBQ restaurants in London that you should try right now.
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For incredible Basque fare – try Sagardi Basque Country Chefs in Shoreditch
Sagardi Basque Country Chefs in Shoreditch is a truly unique dining experience and one of the best BBQ restaurants London has to offer. The menu revolves around traditional Basque cuisine, offering grilled meats and expertly prepared delicacies that you won’t find elsewhere. Dine out in a group with a 400g txuleton vaca mature beef steak to share. These prime cuts are prepared on the grill and come from 6-year-old cows that have been raised exclusively on pasture. You can also sample Basque country pork ribs or grilled red tuna. Groups of two or more can feast on the Basque butcher’s roast platter, which includes roast potatoes, seasonal veg, and Yorkshire pudding. The restaurant also offers a selection of over 200 fine wines, as well as Basque country cider and vermouth. The refined decor and unique cuisine make this a must-try for serious foodies.
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For southern-style surf ‘n’ turf – try Big Easy in Covent Garden, Canary Wharf and Westfield Stratford
With hearty southern-style cuisine and live music every night, Big Easy in Covent Garden, Canary Wharf and Westfield Stratford is one of the best BBQ restaurants in London for grilled meat and a good time. Fresh Nova Scotia lobsters are a menu highlight and can be enjoyed straight off the grill with a glass of prosecco or in a soft bun lobster roll. You can also treat yourself to surf ‘n’ turf with a sirloin and shrimp or a sirloin and half lobster deal. Big Easy is great for groups with sharing platters like Texas-style brisket or a rack of ribs. Inspired by the Gulf Coast lifestyle, the well-stocked bar serves craft beers on draught alongside a range of tropical cocktails to give you a taste of the southern sunshine. Stay classic with pina coladas and strawberry daiquiris or try the signature punch.
📍 Covent Garden — Check availability
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For one of the best Japanese BBQ restaurants in London – head to Hachi Japanese BBQ Restaurant in Soho
Located in the stylish Soho theatre district, Hachi Japanese BBQ Restaurant offers a traditional Japanese Yakiniku – grilled meat – experience in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Smokeless table grills mean that diners can cook their own meat or seafood to suit their preference. Choose from a range of BBQ sets, including wagyu filet chateaubriand sharing platter and beef short ribs. You can also enjoy Donburi sets – meat or vegetables served over rice – like the breaded pork katsu or the grilled marinated chicken. If you love noodle soups, traditional Japanese shoyu ramen topped with chicken is the perfect treat to warm you up. The bar offers a variety of Japanese drinks, including yuzu sour cocktails and Yamazaki whisky. You can also enjoy a glass of sparkling sake or plum wine with your BBQ. The vibrant atmosphere and menu focused on sharing platters make this an ideal spot for a catch-up with friends.
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For one of London’s best grill restaurants for Texas-style fare – visit Bully’s BBQ in Chalk Farm
Bully’s BBQ at Chalk Farm is a stylish sports bar and one of the best BBQ restaurants in London for succulent, slow-cooked meats. The grill at Bully’s is operated Texas-style, with meat being slowly smoked and roasted over a wood fire. Watch a game with your friends and tuck into mouthwatering BBQ sharing platters, like Bully’s award-winning cherry smoked BBQ St Louis ribs or the glazed pork belly plate. The menu also features chicken wings with a choice of southern-style sauces and hearty sides like smoked beans or mac and cheese. The bar serves a range of bottled beers and beers on tap, as well as refreshing frozen cocktails. You can also book a darts game for a group of up to 10 diners and 6 players and enjoy a mixed platter of sandwiches or grilled meats while you play.
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For one of the best Korean BBQ restaurants in London with a vegan menu – don’t miss Korean BBQ House Restaurant in Islington
Serving traditional Korean BBQ, Korean BBQ House Restaurant in Islington is one of the best grill restaurants in London for high-quality meat and Asian cuisine. Each table is fitted with a grill so that diners can cook their own meat. The kitchen is known for sourcing high-quality cuts from local halal butchers and high-end global suppliers. Diners can tuck into classic Korean dishes, like yukhoe bibimbap – thinly sliced beef served over rice – or a Korean beef rib soup called Galbi Tang. Alongside its ample BBQ selection, Korean BBQ House Restaurant also offers a fully vegan menu, making it great for mixed parties of both meat eaters and vegetarians. Popular vegan dishes include teriyaki tofu and a vegan stir fry with homemade kimchi. Enjoy a traditional WoongJin Korean rice drink with your meal or a pot of green tea. The restaurant is fully alcohol-free and has a relaxed, smart casual vibe.
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For a stylish pub meal – don’t miss Smokehouse Islington in Islington
Premium local produce and a chic modern twist on gastro-pub decor help make Smokehouse Islington one of the best grill restaurants in London. Diners can tuck into refined pub grub and meat sourced from British farms and butchers, as well as fresh-off-the-boat seafood. Start your meal off with wagyu featherblade beef in a soy dressing or scallops in chilli butter. For mains, you can try a smokehouse cheeseburger topped with streaky bacon or a rare breed steak cooked on the grill. Finish things off with classic pub desserts, like sticky toffee pudding or spiced apple and pear crumble. Sunday roasts at Smokehouse Islington are perfect for a family day out and options include a 50-day dry aged sirloin and a vegetarian wellington. Sip on a classic cocktail in the pub’s stunning outdoor dining area or enjoy wine from small, family-owned vineyards.
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For one of the best BBQ restaurants in London for brunch – visit Temper in Soho, Covent Garden, Old Street, Paddington and Bank
Temper in Soho, Covent Garden, Old Street, Paddington and Bank is known for sizzling South American-inspired cuisine and in-house fire pits where you can watch your food being grilled. temper prioritizes sourcing high-quality British beef that is butchered on-site by the experienced kitchen team. Diners can book in for lunch and dinner at temper or select a brunch spot or a Sunday roast. Popular main meals include the aged beef fat tacos seasoned with chipotle and the whole beast carnitas. Brunchtime diners can share the brunch BBQ platter – complete with coal-roasted beef, smoked sausages and crispy potatoes. Signature cocktails, like the smoky momma’s margarita or the mezcal negroni, make dining at temper even more fun. With locations dotted throughout London, temper is perfect for a night out with friends or a lively family celebration.
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For one of London’s best Italian grill restaurants – head to Terra in Liverpool Street
Located in Liverpool Street, Terra celebrates traditional Italian cuisine. The menu centres around slow-cooked fire-roasted meat and seafood and seasonal produce to create mouthwatering smoky flavours with a Mediterranean twist. Fired with Calabrian wood, the Italian smokiness breaks through every bite. For parties of two or more, you can book the full grill experience for £40 per person and enjoy a selection of British rib eye steak and fennel pork sausages along with roasted Mediterranean veg and charcuterie. Meanwhile, the mains menu features sumptuous treats like Barnsley lamb chops marinated in rosemary and garlic and grilled salmon with orange salad. Unique, botanical cocktails inspired by the elements and natural herb and spice pairings are a perfect refreshing accompaniment. The vibe at Terra is chic and upmarket, making it a great spot for a business meal.
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For brilliant burgers and succulent barbeque – try The Grey Horse – SMOK’D in Kingston Upon Thames
With exquisite decor and a classy pub feel, The Grey Horse – SMOK’D in Kingston Upon Thames is one of London’s best BBQ restaurants for burger fans. Using American-style grilling techniques and a charcoal oven, this BBQ restaurant gives modern British cuisine a soul food twist. Popular dishes include the classic burger – a 7oz beef patty topped with cheese, burger sauce and crunchy salad – and the BBQ pork burger. The restaurant also runs a burger of the month and a vegan burger of the month with a range of tasty and creative toppings. The barbecue meats selection features a variety of cuts smoked over hickory and mesquite wood, including the smoked brisket and the hickory smoked half chicken. As well as BBQ meat, The Grey Horse – SMOK’D is also known for its wide whisky selection. This includes US bourbons and Irish and Scotch malts.
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For one of the best Japanese BBQ restaurants in London – don’t miss Kintan in Chancery Lane and Oxford Circus
Kintan, on Chancery Lane and Oxford Circus, offers traditional Japanese Yakiniku BBQ in the heart of central London. Diners at Kintan can grill high-end meat at their table and chow down on mix-and-match BBQ sharing platters. The meat lovers platter serves two and includes miso-glazed harami skirt steak, beef short ribs and chicken teriyaki. Meanwhile, the Ninja course includes garlic tiger prawns, sliced rib eye ponzu and lamb chops. Kintan is also known for its tempting dessert menu, which features sweet treats like s’mores, baked apple and cinnamon gyoza and green tea and vanilla ice cream. Japanese-themed cocktails, like the matcha on the moon – matcha mixed with Hendricks gin and frothy egg whites – or the lychee martini are perfect for a night on the town. The relaxed vibe and minimalist decor make this a great restaurant for a date or a chilled-out weekend.
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London has a world-famous food scene and no end of great BBQ restaurants for meat lovers and casual foodies alike. Whether you’re looking for a quality grilled burger and fries or a full-on BBQ feast, these London restaurants hit the spot. From classic American smokehouses to international cuisines, you can’t go wrong with a London BBQ.
