152 Best European Restaurants in London 2026

Sketch Gallery

$$$$ 9 Conduit Street, W1S 2XG, Mayfair, London

French European Fine dining

Sketch Gallery, is a vibrant gastro-brasserie, is sketch's artist-conceived restaurant. Celebrated British artist, David Shrigley, has transformed the Gallery at sketch as part of a long-term program of artist-conceived restaurants. 239 New works line the restaurant's walls, forming the largest collection of original drawings Shrigley has ever exhibited. The Gallery is open seven days a week for afternoon tea and dinner.

Bellamy's

$$$ 18A Bruton Place, W1J 6LY, Mayfair, London

French European Premium Casual

At Bruton Place in Mayfair, Bellamy's serves up simple French classics alongside an exclusively French, impeccable wine list. With charming service, the cozy dining room has a wonderfully elegant brasserie feel.

Little Social

$$$$ 5 Pollen Street, W1S 1NE, Mayfair, London

French European Fine dining

Quite literally across the street from flagship restaurant Pollen Street Social, Jason Atherton and Head Chef Frankie van Loo bring you Little Social, a contemporary, neighborhood all-day dining bistro and wine bar, in the heart of Mayfair. Little Social delivers a warm and welcoming atmosphere whilst retaining simplicity and elegance, reflecting the essence of a small, neighbourhood bistro showing a hint of French influence

Alain Ducasse At The Dorchester

$$$$ 53 Park Lane, W1K 1QA, Mayfair, London

French European Fine dining

Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester offers contemporary French cuisine in the Jouin Manku designed dining room along with a professional, bespoke and friendly service orchestrated by Restaurant Director Enrico Baronetto and his energetic team. Executive Chef Jean-Philippe Blondet interprets Alain Ducasse's cuisine with a modern and refined approach, consistently championing and enhancing current seasonal produce. A perfect place for a savvy lunch, the restaurant offers a 3-course set menu. Private dining is also a must-try experience with the stunning Table Lumière where guests can create their bespoke dining experience.

Le Gavroche

$$$$ 43 Upper Brook St., W1K 7QR, Mayfair, London

French European Fine dining

The first UK restaurant to be awarded one, two, and then three Michelin stars, Le Gavroche remains a class apart. Since opening in 1967, this Mayfair bastion of French cuisine has been very much a family affair, and chef-patron Michel Roux Jr continues the tradition today. The elegance of the menu and the ambiance is impeccably tailored, while the discreet service has won its own plaudits.

Aubaine Mayfair

$$$$ 31 Dover Street, W1S 4ND, Mayfair, London

French European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, this venue provides a quintessentially chic escape from London’s chaotic day-to-day with its low lighting, rustic fireplace and, terrace green room. The menu is a taste of modern France with a nod to the traditional. Blazing a trail to original and exciting creations while keeping the much-loved staples of French dining philosophy close to the heart.

Annabel's

$$$$ 46 Berkeley Square, W1J 5AT, Mayfair, London

French European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Annabel's is a private members club in Mayfair, London, located at 46 Berkeley Square. Set across 26 000 square feet and positioned just two doors down from where its original location first opened in 1963, Annabel's is an all-day and all-night private Members' Club alongside offering French and European cuisines.

Comptoir Cafe & Wine

$$$ 21-22 Weighhouse Street, W1K 5AH, Mayfair, London

French European Premium Casual

Comptoir Cafe & Wine is a modern European cafe and bar for relaxed, all-day dining with a spacious, well-stocked wine store. Serving incredible coffee and brunch dishes, turning into a restaurant in the evening serving small plates, classic French dishes, and an extensive wine list.

Grumbles

$$$ 35 Churton Street, SW1V 2LT, Pimlico, London

French European Casual Dining

Grumbles is a well-established (1964) Longstanding local bistro with rustic wooden booths, Parisian street signs, and illustrious history that serves great food and excellent wines at extremely friendly prices.

One Great George Street

$$$ 1 Great George St, SW1P 3AA, Westminster, London

French European Casual Dining

Located in the heart of Westminster, One Great George Street offers a refined dining experience that blends classic British cuisine with modern culinary flair. Led by an award-winning in-house catering team, the restaurant is committed to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and sustainable practices. Guests can enjoy elegant plated dinners, creative canapés, buffets and bespoke menus designed to suit any occasion. The extensive wine list, curated by certified sommeliers, beautifully complements each dish. Set within a stunning Grade II-listed Edwardian building, this iconic venue provides an atmosphere of timeless sophistication, making it ideal for business lunches, receptions and private celebrations.

Clos Maggiore

$$$$ 33 King Street, WC2E 8JD, Covent Garden, London

French European Fine dining

If romance is in the cards, London's most romantic restaurant in Covent Garden's multi-award-winning Clos Maggiore. Echoing the charming country inns of Provence and Tuscany. The skylight is surrounded with twining, flower-starred branches to resemble an Italianate courtyard, a delightful faux-rural treat in the city center. Seasonally inspired classic French cuisine coupled with impeccable service is the order of the day at Clos Maggiore restaurant, with a focus on chic presentation and bold flavors. In addition, Clos Maggiore serves a reasonably priced, regularly changing set lunch and pre-theatre menus. To find the perfect complement, Clos Maggiore's extensive cellar includes over 2500 labels and was extended earlier this year to include an additional 400 wines at a low - mid-price range.

Chez Antoinette

$$$ The Piazza, WC2E 8RE, Covent Garden, London

French European Casual Dining

This is a French café in Covent Garden's famous Market Building sells gourmet tartines (French organic open-faced sandwiches) which come courtesy of chef Marion Bohe who trained at the renowned Institut Paul Bocuse and are served in an atmospheric setting decked out in authentic French furnishings and fittings.

Le Beaujolais

$$$ 25 Litchfield Street, WC2H 9NJ, Covent Garden, London

French European Casual Dining

Le Beaujolais remains a bastion of all that is French, since 1972 we have been providing a genuinely French atmosphere, caught between the vibrant quarters of Soho and Covent Garden, in what we feel is a little piece of France tucked away in the heart of London.

Palm Court Brasserie

$$$$ 39 King Street, WC2E 8JS, Covent Garden, London

French European Fine dining Family Style

The chic, petite Palm Court Brasserie is a slice of Covent Garden's piazza that will be forever Paris. With a classic Art Nouveau decor inspired by the Parisian brasseries of the 1920s, Palm Court's dynamic waiters in their black aprons hasten to the bustling tables with classic bistro dishes. Guests are certainly in no hurry to leave though, with locals enjoying a glass of wine at their own pace whilst families and friends enjoy a post-theatre dinner late in the evenings. Revisit brasserie favourites such as Steak Frites and Moules Mariniere, or sample the popular pan-Mediterranean offerings including Seafood Linguine and Roast Sea Bass Fillet.

Boulevard Brasserie

$$$$ 40 Wellington Street, WC2E 7BD, Covent Garden, London

French European Fine dining

Serving sophisticated French classics since 1991, this is the tour de force of French gastronomy in the West End and provides the perfect place to soak up Covent Garden’s unique and vibrant atmosphere, with outside seating in front of London’s Opera House. Set over three floors with décor reminiscent of 1960’s Paris Theatreland, Boulevard Brasserie’s elegant and chic style in a bustling venue, draws in a diverse crowd of locals, tourists and business people as well as enthusiastic theatre-goers. The restaurant also offers a highly sought-after Lunch and Theatre-Menu, served between 12.30 and 6.30pm, as well as a Traditional Afternoon Tea with savoury and sweet treats as well as Café sandwich classics such as the Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame. Boulevard Brasserie offers a memorable dining experience in London’s West End whether dining solo, with friends and family or for a more intimate occasion.

Champagne+Fromage - Covent Garden

$$ 22 Wellington Street, WC2E 7DD, Covent Garden, London

French European Casual Dining

Champagne+Fromage is a bistro located right in the heart of Convent Garden of London that offering an authentic French menu, with a vast selection of grower Champagne.

The Ivy

$$$$ 1-5 West Street, WC2H 9NQ, Covent Garden, London

European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since its foundation in 1917. The Covent Garden restaurant and private room upstairs are the epitomai of glamour – now more than ever after a triumphant redesign in 2015 by the acclaimed Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. With its shimmering central dining bar, signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak paneling, and striking contemporary art collection, the longevity of this most British restaurant is ensured. Renowned for its food, Executive Chef Gary Lee creates balanced seasonal lunch and dinner menus that place the Ivy classics alongside a contemporary global palette, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads, and vegetables, and a “sea and shells” section.

Cote Bistro - Covent Garden

$$$ 17-21 Tavistock Street, WC2E 7PA, Covent Garden, London

French European Casual Dining Bistrot

This is branch is of Cote Bistro chain Restaurants located right in the heart of Convent Garden. It is a modern, all-day French brasserie chain, serving regional specialities and traditional classics The dishes are an inspiration for the food and the design of Cote is a modern interpretation of the many famous bistros of Paris. Inspired by new trends, they are dedicated to serving authentic classic brasserie dishes with a modern twist, only using high-quality products at great prices.

The 10 Cases

$$$ 16 Endell Street, WC2H 9BD, Covent Garden, London

European Casual Dining Bistrot

The 10 Cases is an unpretentious, buzzing little Bistrot offering a small but constantly changing menu of European fare in a friendly and intimate venue in the heart of Covent Garden. You'll want to like it for all the right reasons

Le Garrick

$$$ 10-12 Garrick Street, WC2E 9BH, Covent Garden, London

French European Casual Dining

Across the street from the famous gentlemen's club with which it shares its name, Le Garrick is a convivial and well-established restaurant and bar with a classic menu of French cuisine, having recently celebrated its 34th anniversary. Spread over two floors, the ground floor dining room offers a window view of the bustle of Covent Garden outside, while the intimate basement with its candlelit alcoves fosters a more discreet atmosphere. It's often regarded as one of London's most romantic venues, having seen many proposals over the years! A lively crowd of playgoers and theatre faces soak up the buzzy vibe.

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