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Refined Modern British Restaurant - Smith's Bar & Grill, London,

Smith's Bar & Grill

4.3
4.3
1227 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
Smith’s Bar & Grill is nestled in Paddington, Central London, it is the first place you see when you walk under the bypass behind Paddington Station.

Known for its high ceilings and almost full-length windows, the natural light in Smith’s is just as nourishing and wholesome as the comfortable furnishings and exquisite selection of food and drink that we serve.

The venue is split into the areas:
• Main Restaurant
• Main Bar & Lounge Area
• Outdoor Terrace Canal-side


Smith’s is an ideal venue for weddings, on-location filming, major launch events, and multi-stage music and entertainment events.
The whole venue can comfortably accommodate up to 200 people for a sit-down dinner and up to 400 standing. Its proximity to Paddington Station (50 yards from the Hammersmith & City Underground entrance) makes it quick to get to for those coming from out of town.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European, Grill
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–11:30 Sat 09:00–11:00 Sun 09:00–11:30 Brunch Fri 12:00–16:00 Sat 11:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    020 7286 9458
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Reyes
  • Catering
    Modern British Cuisine with Grill Selection. <br />Breakfast served Monday to Friday 8am - 11.30am, Saturday and Sunday 9am - 11am<br />Bottomless Brunch served every Saturday 11am - 11pm. <br />A la carte is available Monday to Saturday 12pm - 11pm &amp; Sunday 12pm - 10.30pm
  • Private party facilities
    Smith's Bar & Grill is a Modern British inspired eatery & events venue burrowed in the heart of Paddington Basin & Little Venice.
  • Private party contact
    Oksana Sviridova: 020 7286 9458
  • Area
    Paddington
  • Cross Street
    Grand Union Canal, Sheldon Square Paddington Central
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Paddington Railway Station, Heathrow Express direct to Heathrow Airport, Paddington Tube station, Paddington Bus Stop, Warwick Avenue tube station, Royal Oak tube station, Edgware Road tube station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 5-Course Valentines Dinner with Live Music

    £70.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 - 15 Feb 2025
    Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a luxurious £70pp 5-course menu, complete with a glass of bubbles. Enjoy live music, thoughtful extras like Polaroid keepsakes and more surprises for a truly romantic evening. We welcome special message requests for your dessert! Add a romantic touch with a simple message like “I love you”. Email us on reservations@smithsbarandgrill.co.uk by February 12th, 2025, to have your personalised message included on your dessert plate.
    5-Course Valentines Dinner with Live Music photo
  • Shuck Me! £1 Oyster Happy Hour

    £1.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy £1 oysters every Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 10pm exclusively at the bar. Pair your good time with 2-for-1 cocktails, available until midnight, and soak in the tunes from our live DJ and musician from 8pm. Why stop at oysters? Slide into our restaurant after for a dinner. Book now and make your weekend shell-tastic!
    Shuck Me! £1 Oyster Happy Hour photo
  • Bottomless Roast & Free Flowing Drinks

    £60.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    The perfect Sunday plans at Smith’s start with endless small plates, desserts and Sunday Roasts for 90 minutes! With succulent meats to all the traditional trimmings for £45pp. Add unlimited red, white, sparkling wine and cocktails of the week for an extra £15pp. Book a table now and make this Sunday one to remember!
    Bottomless Roast & Free Flowing Drinks photo

What 1,227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseEnergetic

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  • West London

    Innovative

  • West London

    Hot spot

  • West London

    Romantic

  • West London

    British

  • West London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Smith's Bar & Grill in Paddington offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food and service," set in a "cool setting" by the canal. The menu boasts diverse options like seafood risotto, truffle pasta, and "succulent steaks." The atmosphere is lively, and the staff, including Maurizio and Alfredo, are "attentive and friendly." Highly recommended for both business and casual dining.
1,227 Reviews
  1. martin

    VIP

    London

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is fantastic here and the staff are brilliant too! My partner is celiac and waitress was so helpful, not to mention the menu is great gluten free! As the review suggests the best pork ribs you can have! Will definitely eat here again.
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Martin, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that both the food and our staff made your experience special. It’s great to know that our gluten-free options worked so well for your partner – we always strive to accommodate everyone. And we're thrilled you loved the pork ribs! We can’t wait to welcome you both back again soon. See you soon! Many thanks EM

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  2. Margaret

    VIP

    London

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this place and so booked again. Excellent food, friendly staff and such a good spot for proper meal! The family really enjoyed the night here..will return.
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Margaret, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great time and enjoyed the food and service. It’s always wonderful to have guests return, and we can’t wait to welcome you all back for another amazing meal. See you soon! Many thanks EM

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  3. shannaia

    VIP

    London

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    just booked for a casual drink & a bite to eat. Chilled vibe, and outstanding food. Been before when we have been on a London visit but seemed food was even nicer this year. Guy who served us advised a great Italian winer to go with our order, and he was proved right. Will definitely visit again. Great Value for money.
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Shannaia, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the chilled vibe, outstanding food, and great wine recommendation. It’s wonderful to know that your experience was even better this time around! We truly appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to London. See you again soon! Many thanks EM

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  4. Matthew

    VIP

    London

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently booked Smith's for a birthday celebration with my girlfriend, and I was very impressed with every aspect of the experience. We were served by Fabrizio, who was the ultimate professional, with humour and expertise guided me to the most delicious steak I have ever tasted. I have been a steak man all my life, and I would rank it as one of the best. The atmosphere and location, were fantastic and definitely a restaurant I would recommend to friends and family. We will be back.
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Matthew, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that your birthday celebration was such a success and that Fabrizio made it extra special. It’s great to know you enjoyed the steak – we’re proud to serve what you consider one of the best! We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you and your loved ones back for another memorable meal. See you soon! Many thanks EM

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  5. Craig

    VIP

    London

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fab quirky bar. Great interior decor. Super range of wines and cocktails, highly recommend the Margarita, which was also in the happy hour range between 5-7pm. Lovely friendly staff.
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Craig, Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the quirky vibe and decor, as well as our wine and cocktail selection. The Margarita is definitely a fan favourite, and we’re happy you were able to enjoy it during happy hour! We’ll be sure to pass your compliments along to our friendly staff. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Many thanks EM

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  6. will

    VIP

    London

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate here a couple of years ago and so made sense to come back this time. Place was as good as we remembered it. Ideally located by the canal in Paddington, it’s a nice walk from Little Venice or Kensington area. Good music, great food and pretty well priced, just a great spot to come to.
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Will, Thank you so much for returning to us and sharing your kind words! We’re so glad to hear that your experience was just as great as you remembered. The location by the canal really is special, and we’re happy you enjoyed the food, music, and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back next time you’re in the area! Many thanks EM

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  7. Amy

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food & quick service-very attentive! Variety
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Amy, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food and our quick, attentive service. We appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon! 😊🍽️ Many thanks EM

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  8. Richard

    VIP

    London

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was exceptional, with perfectly cooked steaks and delicious sides that left us wanting more. The location added a magical touch to our evening. A special shoutout to our waiter, Maurizio, whose impeccable service and friendly attitude made our night even more special. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for great food and top-notch service!
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Richard, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that you loved our perfectly cooked steaks and delicious sides. It’s wonderful that the location added a magical touch to your evening, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Maurizio—he’ll be thrilled to know he made your night even more special! We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable experience soon! Many thanks EM

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  9. Kim

    VIP

    London

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible and the service was outstanding. We were served by Fabrizio and he went above and beyond. He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The vibe of the restaurant was lovely and the settings and decor were amazing. we had the risotto seafood and pasta truffle and both dishes were outstanding. Would recommend and would go back again!
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Kim, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service at our restaurant. Fabrizio will be delighted to know that he made your experience extra special with his attentive and friendly service. We're also glad you loved the ambiance and our risotto seafood and truffle pasta! Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic dining experience. See you again soon! Many thanks EM

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  10. Will

    VIP

    London

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and ambience. Great music playing and the views are stunning as is the decor. Our server Fabrizio was first class - friendly, efficient and professional. The whole experience was excellent and the best meal we have had for a long time. Thank you!
    Smith's Bar & GrillResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Will, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food, ambiance, and stunning views. It’s great to know the music and decor added to your experience, and we’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Fabrizio—he’ll be so pleased to know he made your visit special! We truly appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you back for another excellent meal. See you again soon! Many thanks EM

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FAQs

Smith's Bar & Grill offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Smith's Bar & Grill also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7286 9458.

Smith's Bar & Grill is rated 4.3 stars by 1227 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Select a time

Booked 42 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Smith's Bar & Grill

25 Sheldon Square, Paddington, London, W2 6EY

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Grand Union Canal, Sheldon Square Paddington Central
  • Area
    Paddington
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 08:00–11:30 Sat 09:00–11:00 Sun 09:00–11:30 Brunch Fri 12:00–16:00 Sat 11:00–16:00 Lunch Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Modern European, Grill
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Paddington Railway Station, Heathrow Express direct to Heathrow Airport, Paddington Tube station, Paddington Bus Stop, Warwick Avenue tube station, Royal Oak tube station, Edgware Road tube station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Reyes
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7286 9458
  • Catering
    Modern British Cuisine with Grill Selection. <br />Breakfast served Monday to Friday 8am - 11.30am, Saturday and Sunday 9am - 11am<br />Bottomless Brunch served every Saturday 11am - 11pm. <br />A la carte is available Monday to Saturday 12pm - 11pm &amp; Sunday 12pm - 10.30pm
  • Private party facilities
    Smith's Bar & Grill is a Modern British inspired eatery & events venue burrowed in the heart of Paddington Basin & Little Venice.
  • Private party contact
    Oksana Sviridova: 020 7286 9458
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