Best Lunch Restaurants in St. James's

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BeckenhamCityDocklands & Canary WharfEast LondonHighams ParkNorth London

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AldgateAldwychAngelBalhamBankBankside

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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677 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Bocconcino Mayfair restaurant

1. Bocconcino Mayfair

4.3

Awesome(3102)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 59 times today

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Mayfair, Bocconcino offers an authentic slice of Italy with a touch of London's contemporary flair. Our menu features a selection of over 300 wines, expertly curated cocktails, and authentic dishes that echo the diverse regions of Italy. From seasonal truffle delights and hand-crafted pasta to wood-oven pizza and daily fresh seafood, our chefs use only the finest ingredients to craft each dish.Our lively ambiance is enhanced with DJ nights, live music, and a bottomless brunch, offering a unique dining experience. Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as one of the 'Best Italian Restaurants in London' and a nominee for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining in the capital.Thriving in London, Bocconcino is a beacon of exquisite food and service in stylish Mayfair. For live music, a DJ setting, or unmatched Italian fare, Bocconcino is your prime destination.

2. Brasserie Zedel

4.4

Awesome(3551)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Piccadilly

Booked 12 times today

Located in Central London in Piccadilly Circus and adjacent to Soho, Brasserie Zédel is a grand Parisian brasserie with a café and bar. The restaurant serves traditional French food at remarkably good value with a lively atmosphere.Brasserie Zédel is open throughout the day, serving lunch and dinner and all through the afternoon. You can also experience live music which is played in the brasserie in the evenings for diners to enjoy until close.Within close proximity to Shaftesbury Avenue and Regent Street, Brasserie Zédel is the ideal location for a meal before or after a day of sightseeing. Alternatively, you can join for a pre or post theatre meal as it is located within walking distance from the West End including the Piccadilly Theatre and the Harold Pinter Theatre.If you cannot find the table you are looking for, please visit the restaurant's website directly, or call 020 7734 4888.

A photo of Wild Honey St James restaurant

3. Wild Honey St James

4.7

Exceptional(1020)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Piccadilly

Booked 2 times today

Holding a Michelin-star, Wild Honey St James is recognized for its inspired and distinctive interpretations of modern European cuisine using the finest, freshest seasonal produce Britain has to offer, under the guidance of Executive Head Chef Anthony Demetre. The restaurant's signature dishes include Crisp chicken with hand-cut macaroni and winter black truffles; Fallow venison, slow cooked celeriac with walnut and cocoa, kumquat marmalade, grand veneur sauce; and Wild honey ice cream.A comprehensive wine list of 100 bins covers both New and Old-World selections and four ‘on tap’ drinks are available including wines, a homemade Vermouth and a craft beer.

4. Francatelli

4.3

Awesome(1555)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Mayfair

Booked 2 times today

Francatelli, a new British restaurant in London, celebrates the legacy of 19th-century chef Charles Elmé Francatelli through modern interpretations of his classic dishes. Chef William Drabble, known for his seasonal focus and local sourcing, leads the kitchen, drawing inspiration from Francatelli's 1846 cookbook "The Modern Cook." Expect a menu rooted in simplicity and British produce, with some show-stopping flourishes.

5. Riviera

4.2

Awesome(505)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Mayfair

Booked 24 times today

Riviera brings a warm journey to the South of France. Celebrating a vibrant Mediterranean experience where creative and fresh flavours are mixed with a uniquely curated wine selection in an artistic dining room. We are Riviera, expect exquisite mouthful tastes and carefully crafted cocktails, all encompassed with fine art and live artists.

6. Quaglino's

4.2

Awesome(2651)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary European • Green Park

Booked 34 times today

An iconic restaurant & bar synonymous with style and glamour; hidden within historic St James’s and offering live music seven days a week.The menu is a perfect canon of European classics, all made using the highest quality British ingredients. Bursting with Iconic heritage, Quaglino's is hidden in the heart of St James's and is the ideal place to indulge in contemporary European food, legendary cocktails and London finest live entertainment.

7. Isabel Mayfair

4.6

Exceptional(395)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Mayfair

Booked 2 times today

Nestled into an elegant pocket of central London, Isabel is a restaurant with a unique character that belies the more genteel nature of the area. Isabel’s signature style from lunch through until late night cocktails is complemented by an imaginative food and drink menu that derives from the essence and traditions of many Latin and Mediterranean cuisines.————Photographs are representative of the food and drinks available at the restaurant.

A photo of Piccolino - Mayfair Heddon Street restaurant

8. Piccolino - Mayfair Heddon Street

4.2

Awesome(451)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 21 times today

There’s a reason that Mayfair is the most expensive square on the Monopoly board. This upscale London borough is filled with exclusive boutiques, stylish eateries, and top hotels. Mayfair is located within the central London borough of the City of Westminster, part of the iconic West End and neighbouring historic St James’s and artsy Marylebone.Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the London dining scene. Piccolino located on Heddon Street, boasts an open kitchen, large lower ground Cicchetti bar and an extensive terrace to the front of the restaurant for the ultimate dining experience.Italy’s diverse cuisine is the heart and soul of Piccolino in Heddon Street. We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. As you’d expect from the best Italian restaurants, Piccolino in Heddon Street offers a menu of Italian classics with a distinctly modern twist.

A photo of Heddon Street Kitchen restaurant

9. Heddon Street Kitchen

4.1

Excellent(3048)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Piccadilly

Booked 47 times today

Welcome to Heddon Street Kitchen. We can't wait for you to join us in our restaurant, bar and on the terrace in the heart of Piccadilly.

10. May Fair Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(841)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Mayfair

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to a unique Japanese and Italian restaurant in Mayfair, welcoming guests in London’s most exclusive neighbourhood for lunch, dinner, drinks and afternoon tea.May Fair Kitchen serves a refined Japanese izakaya-style menu with highlights including sashimi, tempura, Wagyu and a stunning seafood platter, alongside regional Italian classics such as stone-baked pizza, homemade pasta and salads. To complement the dining experience, enjoy a selection of fine wines, cocktails and sake in central London.Renowned as one of the most decadent afternoon teas in London, May Fair Kitchen is the perfect choice for an afternoon indulging in scones, sandwiches and patisseries created in collaboration with Charbonnel et Walker accompanied by tea and Champagne.May Fair Kitchen is hidden away in London’s vibrant and luxurious Mayfair, just a short walk from Green Park and Buckingham Palace.Enjoy a refreshing pre-dinner cocktail in May Fair Kitchen Lounge Bar or in the adjoining May Fair Bar.

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From verified diners like you

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Adam
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very good experience, Friendly staff , very tasty food , and amazing atmosphere
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RivieraPrice: Expensive• French• Mayfair
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4.2
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IgorVIP
London •10 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice place to eat, however, food and especially wine is extremely overpriced.
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Bocconcino MayfairPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Mayfair
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4.3
OT
OpenTable Diner
Birmingham/West Midlands (county) •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
Fabulous food, service and atmosphere. Thoroughly recommend the the pre theatre option for superb value
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Wild Honey St JamesPrice: Very Expensive• French• Piccadilly
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4.7
M
Michael
Bath/Somerset •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 22, 2025
This is always a good meal and a fine experience, which expertly manages its enormous size.
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Brasserie ZedelPrice: Moderate• French• Piccadilly
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4.4
R
Ricky
London •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 14, 2025
The restaurant was too busy for the staffing levels. The food was very good but not quite the flavours I expected for a Michellin Star restaurant.
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FrancatelliPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Mayfair
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4.3

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