Ekstedt at the Yard

Name: Ekstedt at the Yard
Address: 3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London, London, United Kingdom, SW1A 2HN
Telephone: 020 7925 4749
Price range: £41 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

567 Reviews

£41 and over

Nordic

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2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for fine wines

A warm welcome to Ekstedt at The Yard, located inside Great Scotland Yard Hotel.

Our flagship restaurant brings Michelin starred chef Niklas Ekstedt's signature style of wood fired ‘old Nordic’ cooking to the UK for the very first time. Ekstedt at The Yard focuses on Scandinavian cooking techniques using the very best seasonal British ingredients, featuring a menu of signature dishes, alongside an inventive cocktail menu and extensive wine list. The open kitchen, which feels like an extension of the restaurant floor, allows diners to sit at the heart of the action.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Nordic, Scandinavian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:30 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
020 7925 4749
Website
https://www.ekstedtattheyard.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Niklas Ekstedt

Location
3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London, London SW1A 2HN
Neighbourhood
Westminster
Parking details
None
Public transit
Embankment 5 min walk Charing Cross 3 min walk
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Immersive Journey to Scandinavia
£120.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Indulge in Ekstedt's set menu and transport yourself to Scandinavia for an unforgettable sensory experience. Charcoal and smoke are our most powerful tools, no electric griddle – only natural heat, soot, ash, smoke and fire. Like the old days. From the chefs to front of house team, the whole Ekstedt at the Yard family will help you explore age-old techniques and to learn about a lost art of cooking.
New Year's Eve Dinner
£155.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Start your celebrations of the last day of the year witha specially crafted 6 course menu at Ekstedt at The Yard. A glass of champagne on arrival with some welcome bites from the open fire will be just the beginning of a gastronomical journey - inluding our famous signature flambadou oyster. All guests dining us that evening will also receive 20% off drinks in our two hotel bars, 40 Elephants and Sibin. Both open until 2am. HAPPY NEW YEAR! £155 per person
Sunday Roast by Ekstedt
£35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Indulge in a cozy Sunday Roast at Ekstedt, where all our Roasts are crafted on open fire. Start with delicacies like wild mushroom pâté or birch-smoked scallops, then savor hearty mains perfect for sharing, such as wood oven-braised beef short rib or fire-cooked beef rump cap. Each roast is accompanied by Yorkshire pudding, crispy potatoes, and flavorful sides, making it a feast to remember. Finish with a decadent wood-baked chocolate molten cake or a tart blackberry pie. Whether you’re craving comfort or something special, this Sunday Roast is an unforgettable treat!

What 567 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End (London)
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ekstedt at the Yard offers a unique dining experience with "innovative, interesting" menus and "unbelievably fantastic food." Diners appreciate the "imaginative" courses, exceptional service, and the chance to visit the kitchen, adding to the "memorable" experience. While some guests noted slow service, overall, it's a "fantastic" culinary adventure worth revisiting.

567 Reviews

T
Tamseel
London
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Possibly worst mistake for Christmas. If you re a tourist note that this is a buffet not a chef’s table
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Alexander
Cologne
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Very disappointed by the Christmas experience. We didn’t expect that the advertised Julbord-style Christmas experience would turn out to be a literal hotel-style buffet. I‘m confident that the usual Ekstedt menu is great but poor choices were made for their christmas menu.
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Rob
London
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Overall we were a little disappointed. The food wasn’t memorable, nothing stood out or packed great flavours. The theatre of going into the kitchen for the oyster course was a nice touch.
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Darren
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was an excellent meal and evening out. The food is fantastic. A thoughtful mix between experimental, unusual and the familiar, all presented beautifully. I would highly recommend trying this place.
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Mark
VIP
London
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time here. Great food and service - very accommodating for any changes. Highly recommend. Looking forward to heading back there in the new year.
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Amit
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Good roast dinner witha twist, at a reasonable price
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Darren
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful evening spent at Ekstedt at the Yard. Perfect food, wine and outstanding service from start to finish. Lovely touch from the chef demonstrating how he cooks his oysters over flame. Best tasting menu I’ve ever had and I’ll be coming back again when the seasonal menu changes.
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Elene
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never a disappointment. The food is excellent and the sommelier very professional. Their star dish is the oyster cooked in front of you in the kitchen 🤩
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Andrew
London
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Totally amazing. Loved every dish. Service was amazing and kitchen visit was a great experience
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charles
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Did not disappoint. Fantastic philosophy, interesting flavours.
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Ekstedt at the Yard is rated 4.7 stars by 567 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London, London SW1A 2HN

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Westminster
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Sun 12:30 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Nordic, Scandinavian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Embankment 5 min walk Charing Cross 3 min walk
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Niklas Ekstedt
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.ekstedtattheyard.com/
Phone number
020 7925 4749

Ekstedt at the Yard

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Immersive Journey to Scandinavia

New Year's Eve Dinner

Sunday Roast by Ekstedt

Menu

What 567 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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