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The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen, London, Greater London

The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen

4.4
4.4
4 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary European

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2 people
21:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Nestled in the heart of London's bustling City Centre, The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen redefines the essence of a neighbourhood gathering spot. Our philosophy is straightforward: serve excellent food and drinks, offer warm hospitality, and maintain a lively yet unpretentious atmosphere. Inspired by the rich traditions of London's finest restaurants, taverns, and cafes, The Cardinal blends luxury accents with continental flair, making it the perfect place for locals, tourists, food enthusiasts, and those looking to enjoy life's celebrations. We take immense pride in our offerings, aiming to deliver the best possible experience to everyone who walks through our doors. Whether it's a casual brunch, an evening of drinks, or a celebratory gathering, The Cardinal welcomes you with open arms and smiling faces, ready to make each visit special.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Contemporary British, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:30 Lunch Daily 10:30–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    020 3959 0888
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Glen Padiyar
  • Area
    Aldgate
  • Cross Street
    Aldgate High Street and Duke's Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Aldgate Station- 1 minute away, <br />Aldgate East- 3 minutes away
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Christmas at The Cardinal

    £45.00 per person

    25 Nov 2024 - 30 Dec 2024
    Celebrate Christmas at The Cardinal, where we offer festive cheer for everyone! From private events to all-day dining, enjoy our Christmas menu featuring seasonal delights such as Roast Hampshire Turkey and traditional Christmas Pudding.
    Christmas at The Cardinal photo
  • We're Wingin' Black Friday

    £7.00 per person

    25 Nov 2024 - 1 Dec 2024
    Customers can come in to The Cardinal for the whole week of Black Friday (25/11 - 1/12) from 12:00pm to 10:15pm and get a FREE portion of our 'forever' crispy wings (or fries for the vegetarians) when they order a pint of beer, glass of wine or cocktail/mocktail
    We're Wingin' Black Friday photo
  • New Year's Eve Dinner

    £65.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 - 1 Jan 2025
    Join us this New Year’s Eve for a delicious three course meal for just £65 per person, perfectly situated in an ideal location before you head out to your evening festivities in London. Book now for tables up to 20! Please note that for groups of anywhere upwards of 6 people we may ask you to pre-order your meals to ensure a timely dining experience. Available from 5:00pm to 10:30pm

What people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

4 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiters were really helpful, food was fantastic, ambience was good.
    The Cardinal Bar & KitchenResponded on 14 October 2024
    Hi Lisa, thank you so much for your kind review. We are thrilled to know you enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to seeing you again soon. All the best, The Cardinal team

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  2. garry

    London

    54 reviews

    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on 22 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and the food was a good selection, well cooked and well prepared. Will go again.
    The Cardinal Bar & KitchenResponded on 28 August 2024
    Hi Garry, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed our service and the variety of our well-cooked and prepared dishes. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! All the best, The Cardinal team

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Deal tasty burger, enjoyed the service and the atmosphere. Will recommend to our friends.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Essex

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 June 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, service and ambiance. We will be going again.

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FAQs

The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen is rated 4.4 stars by 4 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
21:00
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Cardinal Bar & Kitchen

9 Aldgate High St, London, Greater London EC3N 1AH

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Aldgate High Street and Duke's Street
  • Area
    Aldgate
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:30 Lunch Daily 10:30–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–00:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Contemporary British, Contemporary Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Aldgate Station- 1 minute away, Aldgate East- 3 minutes away
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Glen Padiyar
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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