Restaurants near National Portrait Gallery London

Price

££
£££
££££

Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

109 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

The default order for search results reflects a number of factors, including table availability, restaurant location, search criteria, and restaurant reviews and ratings. In addition, payment made by a restaurant to OpenTable is also a factor for the relative ordering of restaurants.

A photo of J Sheekey - The Restaurant restaurant

1. J Sheekey - The Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2381)

££££Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Covent Garden

Booked 106 times today

J Sheekey is an iconic London restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden and the West End, serving the best seafood, fish, shellfish and oysters with al fresco dining on the terrace. The restaurant is close to the vibrant quarters of Soho, Leicester Square and The National Gallery.

A photo of Fatto a Mano Covent Garden restaurant

2. Fatto a Mano Covent Garden

4.5

Awesome(208)

££££Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Covent Garden

Booked 87 times today

Fatto a Mano serves authentic Neapolitan pizza, sides and more. We use fresh ingredients in a warm, friendly environment. Our dough is made fresh daily and proved slowly, meaning we’re able to use minimal quantities of yeast and our pizzas are light. Our commitment is to quality, we use carefully selected Italian and local British ingredients from a handful of small, independent suppliers to top our pizzas.We use independent producers as long term partners, including Fior Di Latte Mozzarella sourced from Caserta, and wines imported directly from private Italian growers. The pizzeria menu features classics such as margherita, salsiccia e friarielli, and diavola, whilst also featuring modern additions including lasagna pizza, homemade arancini, our own vegan ‘nduja pizza and scugnizielli dessert.Our Neapolitan pizzeria is in the middle of Covent Garden’s buzzy theatre-district. We’re a few doors down from the English National Opera, with a view of Trafalgar Square on our doorstep.

A photo of The Ivy West Street restaurant

3. The Ivy West Street

4.6

Exceptional(5048)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Covent Garden

Booked 119 times today

The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since 1917. The restaurant and private room upstairs are the epitome of real glamour. A shimmering central dining bar in the restaurant draws admiring attention, and the signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak panelling and striking contemporary art collection ensure the longevity of this very British of dining institutions. Executive Chef Gary Lee creates balanced seasonal menus, featuring Ivy classics, but accounting for today’s tastes, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads and vegetables, and the advent of a “sea and shells” section. Director Fernando Peire leads a strong and experienced team to deliver the unfaltering service for which The Ivy has become well known over the years. The Ivy welcomes customers without reservations at the central dining bar, where the A La Carte and Set menus are both served.

A photo of Mildreds Covent Garden restaurant

4. Mildreds Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(425)

££££Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Covent Garden

Booked 106 times today

Serving internationally inspired plant-based deliciousness in London for over 35 years. Mildreds is all about fresh, colourful food that’s vibrant and full of flavours. Their six London restaurants, each with their own unique style and personality, offer laid-back and friendly service in a lively atmosphere. Often surprising and seducing hardened carnivores and with all of their dishes vegan and many gluten free, Mildreds offers a warm welcome to all.Mildreds Covent Garden was opened in 2022 and is split over 2 floors. The restaurant offers private hire for parties of 8 - 50.

A photo of Hard Rock Cafe London Piccadilly Circus restaurant

5. Hard Rock Cafe London Piccadilly Circus

4.7

Exceptional(8741)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Piccadilly

Booked 150 times today

Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.

A photo of Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden restaurant

6. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(305)

££££Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Covent Garden

Booked 105 times today

In London's theatre quarter, our restaurant on Henrietta Street combines rustic charm with modern elegance. Enjoy quality sushi and Japanese-inspired cocktails in a historic setting near the Piazza – perfect for pre/post-theatre or shopping treat. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

7. Happy

4.4

Awesome(4509)

££££Price: Moderate

• European • Leicester Square

Booked 142 times today

A family-friendly casual dining group with over 40 sites across Europe. Located at the heart of London, you can’t miss our bright and beautiful flagship restaurant in Piccadilly Circus, London. Happy London was proud to win Best Restaurant in London and Best Hospitality Team in the UK at the British Restaurant Awards.For bookings of 6 or more, please email bookings@happyrestaurants.com

8. Clos Maggiore

4.6

Exceptional(15323)

££££Price: Expensive

• French • Covent Garden

Booked 52 times today

Clos Maggiore is an oasis of calm in the heart of Covent Garden. Influenced by the stylish country inns of Provence and Tuscany its unique interiors create a warmth and intimacy enjoyed by both business and private parties. The conservatory has a fully retractable glass roof creating a bright and airy dining space. Our extensive cellar at Clos Maggiore includes over 2,000 labels and was extended earlier this year to include an additional 400 wines at a low – mid price range. We are very proud to have been awarded the “Best of Award of Excellence” consistently since 2003 by Wine Spectator.

A photo of Tandoor Chop House at Covent Garden restaurant

9. Tandoor Chop House at Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(2468)

££££Price: Moderate

• Indian • Covent Garden

Booked 38 times today

Tandoor Chop House is the meeting of a North Indian communal eatery and a classic British chop house. It brings together the characteristics of these two traditional restaurants. the tandoor ovens, Indian spices and marinades, select prime cuts of meat, and buzzing atmosphere. The result is a place diners can come to socialise over drinks and share plates of hearty, comforting food. *Please note that our chicken is halal.**Our Sunday Mighty Thali menu is only available on Sunday's from 12pm-4pm (last sitting at 3.30pm), regular menu Sunday 4pm-10pm.***Seating times may vary, but will never be more than a 2 hour sitting unless previously arranged.

A photo of Cinnamon Bazaar - Covent Garden restaurant

10. Cinnamon Bazaar - Covent Garden

4.5

Awesome(3594)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Indian • Covent Garden

Booked 42 times today

Cinnamon Bazaar is inspired by bazaars in antiquity and in the modern day. In India and across the world, the bazaar is the place to buy, sell, exchange, entertain and be entertained. For centuries the vibrant energy of these marketplaces has inspired us to explore new flavours and new possibilities and Cinnamon Bazaar aims to capture this and bring it to London.Our private dining room, the Khari Baoli, is situated on the first floor above the hustle & bustle of the restaurant and it perfect for your meetings over lunch or an evening soiree. We don't charge a minimum spend or room hire free from January to end of November. Simply choose any of our private dining menus and your choice of drinks and leave the rest to us! Reach out to asraful@cinnamonclub.com with any queries or questions! Explore with us afternoon tea like you have never tried before, bottomless chaat, seasonal and special menus, vegan and vegetarian friendly dishes, cocktails for days and off the chart chaats!

Dining near National Portrait Gallery London at a glance

Updated on 14/03/2025

The Yard

View restaurant

Discover local gems

Exceptional reviews

Search top-rated restaurants

Italian

Search Italian restaurants

Average check amount

£26 to £40

Search in this price range

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

P
Peter
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent meal - really good quality! Will definitely be back.
More info
J Sheekey - The RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Covent Garden
•
4.7
OT
OpenTable Diner
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This place is great, for a busy evening I felt that everyone was on hand in a seamless way and even went things went slightly wrong they were able to more than make up for it, in a genuine way. Food is delicious, dessert especially so, drinks were great too. Thank you so much!
More info
Fatto a Mano Covent GardenPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Covent Garden
•
4.5
RK
RishiK
London •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food and service as always. The daal here is exceptional!
More info
Tandoor Chop House at Covent GardenPrice: Moderate• Indian• Covent Garden
•
4.6
J
James
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Another excellent experience at Blacklock, the food was delicious and the service first rate!
More info
Blacklock Covent GardenPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Covent Garden
•
4.7
L
Lisa
Brighton •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great service, delicious fresh, healthy vegan food. We’re regulars and would always recommend Mildred’s without hesitation- one of the best eateries in London.
More info
Mildreds Covent GardenPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Covent Garden
•
4.6

Explore OpenTable

Landmark
Area
City/Region

Woodford Station
Brisbane Road
Harrow-on-the-Hill Station
The Gielgud Theatre
Oxford Street
Borough Market
Victoria and Albert Museum
St. Mark's Square
Royal Albert Hall
Dominion Theatre
Paddington Station
South Kensington Tube Station
Upper Street, Islington
Sloane Square
Bond Street Tube Station
Central London
Russell Square
Highbury & Islington Station
The O2
King's Cross St. Pancras Station

Charing Cross

London