Best Restaurants Near Me In Bloomsbury and Holborn, with up-to-date menus and prices

Best Restaurants Near Me In Bloomsbury and Holborn

September 9, 2026
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Indian food at one of the best restaurants in Bloomsbury and Holborn

Bloomsbury and Holborn reward diners who look beyond the area's busiest crossroads. Between the British Museum, Russell Square, the Inns of Court and the northern edge of the West End, the streets hold everything from specialist Japanese cooking and hand-pulled noodles to polished Indian dining and old-school French theatre. The restaurants here combine clear food identities with formats that work equally well when you need a quick meal between appointments or somewhere memorable for an unhurried evening.

The neighbourhood is unusually useful for mixed plans. Museum Street and New Oxford Street are convenient before a show or exhibition, Gray's Inn Road has several destination restaurants within a short walk of one another, and Lamb's Conduit Street suits a slower afternoon or date night. Price and formality vary considerably, so it helps to decide whether speed, atmosphere or a particular dish matters most. Pizza Union is built for an efficient stop, while Noble Rot and Otto's deserve time for the room, service and detail on the plate.

Menus and opening patterns can change, particularly at restaurants that cook seasonally or rely on daily seafood. Use the live menu beneath each entry to check the latest dishes and prices before travelling, and book ahead for the smaller dining rooms or special-occasion choices. Dietary needs also deserve a quick conversation with the restaurant: several kitchens provide vegetarian, vegan, halal or gluten-aware choices, but shared preparation areas and changing recipes mean that direct confirmation remains the safest approach for allergies.

Colourful regional Indian dishes at Colonel Saab High Holborn

Colonel Saab High Holborn

Colonel Saab occupies the grand former Holborn Town Hall, and the dining room makes an immediate impression with chandeliers, carved wood, vivid artwork and objects collected across India. The cooking is just as wide-ranging. Rather than reducing the country to a short list of familiar curries, the menu moves between street-food flavours, charcoal grilling, coastal dishes and richer northern preparations. Banarasi guava chaat brings sweet, tart and savoury notes together, while Kandhari paneer tikka and the Anglo-Indian chicken chop show how confidently the kitchen handles the grill.

This is the strongest all-round choice for a celebratory dinner or a group whose members order very differently. A table can balance butter chicken or Old Delhi lamb curry with Nadan meen curry, vegetable-led dishes and breads, then finish with an Indian-inspired dessert such as rasmalai milk cake. The handsome room feels special without requiring an adventurous order, and the broad menu gives cautious diners familiar anchors. Allow time to share, ask the team about heat levels, and resist ordering every rich dish in the same course; the sharper starters make the meal feel more balanced.

Address: 193-197 High Holborn, London WC1V 7BD

Colonel Saab High Holborn Menu

Starter & Chaat Bar

Anglo indian chicken chop

Madras spiced pulled chicken cutlet served with salad & tomato raisin relish

£13.95
Pomelo & plum salad/Grilled chicken

Fresh pomelo pearls, plum slice, cucumber, edamame beans, baby lettuce, raspberry dressing...

£12.95
Chilli Mogo

Crispy fried cassava in tangy soy tamarind sauce, roasted sesame seeds

£9.95
Jaipuri baby aloo

Spiced crispy baby potatoes with sour cream

£13.95
Kori Kempu

Curry flavoured mangalorean fried chicken supreme, crispy rice noodle, chilli mayo...

Dairy Free
£14.49
Noor mahal chicken tikka

Noor mahal chicken tikka with dip & lime

£18.95
Kandhari Paneer Tikka

Cottage cheese stuffed with prunes & pomegranate in tomato, garlic mustard salsa

£17.95
Murgh - E - Malai

Marinated corn fed breast of chicken cooked in a clay oven served with saffron & cardamom sauce....

£19.95
Tandoori Broccoli

Clay oven cooked tender stem broccoli in creamy sauce & urfa chilli flakes

£20.50
Sarsoi Ajwaini Fish Tikka

Mustard & carom flavoured marinated fish fillet with green mango salsa

£24.95
Prawn Chimichurri

Grilled spiced black tiger prawns, chimichurri sauce, chaat masala...

£29.95
Kolhapuri Lamb Chops

Spice rubbed lamb chops, lime chilli sauce & side salad

£34.95
Purani Dilli

Mini Samosa, masala chickpea, pomegranate,crispy sev

£7.95
Mall Road's Dahi Sev Puri

Mall Road speciality puri with sweet & tangy sauce

£9.95
Khubani Aloo Tikki Chaat

Crispy Aloo Tikki & apricot laced with trio of sauces...

£10.95

A La Carte Menu

Gutti Vankaya

Andhra style baby aubergine, curry leaf & tamarind sauce

Nizami Murg

spring chicken wrapped in a crust — (please allow 30 minutes)

£29.95
Sunday lamb curry

Home style indian lamb curry...

£25.95
Shikari Raan

Slow cooked kid lamb in sauce, pickled onion & bun pao

£31.95
Paneer Pakeezah

Cottage cheese in royal creamy sauce, silver leaf & green cress

£19.95
Ghee Roast Kori

Mangalorean spiced semi dry chicken in clarified butter...

£20.50
Memsaab’s Chicken Curry

Inspired by mem saab, slow cooked chicken in light cream sauce flavoured with sweet spices

£20.95
Colonel Saab’s Butter Chicken

Boneless morsels of chicken in rich velvety tomato & cashew gravy

£20.95
Nadan Meen Curry

Home style south indian fish curry cooked to perfection...

£21.95
Beef Pepper Fry

A bit of a mouthful to describe kerala style beef with coconut and thellicherry black

£23.95
Prawn Moilee

Succulent prawns cooked in light spiced coconut milk curry

£22.95

Sides

Chutneys & Papadums
£3.95
Cucumber & Mint Raita
£4.95
Cumin Potatoes
£5.95
Steamed Basmati Rice
£5.95
Daal Makhani

slow cooked creamy black lentils

£7.95
Lasooni Palak
£9.95
Daal Tadka
£9.95

Rice and Biryanis

South Indian Soya Pulao
£18.95
Lucknowi Aromatic Kofta Biryani (Lamb)
£22.95
Hyderabadi Chicken Biryani
£20.95

Breads

A Variety of Baby Kulchas

truffle & parmesan, roasted onion & cumin

£3.95
Naan
£3.95
Missi Roti
£3.95
Tandoori Roti
£3.95
Bread Basket
£10.95
Garlic Naan
£4.50
Malabar Parantha
£4.25
Mediterranean dishes arranged on a table at Faros Holborn

Faros Holborn

Faros brings a bright Mediterranean outlook to the southern stretch of Gray's Inn Road. Italian technique forms the centre of the menu, but the kitchen is happy to range around the region with seafood, grilled meat and colourful vegetable dishes. Start with something fresh, such as caprese or bruschetta, alongside crisp calamari or prawns, then move to pasta, risotto or a substantial main. The cooking favours recognisable ingredients and generous flavour, which makes the restaurant easy to recommend when a table wants choice without sacrificing a coherent style.

Couples will appreciate the warm, polished room, but Faros also works well for a family meal or a relaxed business dinner. The best approach is to share two contrasting starters and let each person choose a main according to appetite: pasta suits a comfortable midweek supper, while fish or meat makes the visit feel more occasion-worthy. Desserts lean into familiar Italian comforts, so leaving room for tiramisu is sensible. Service and presentation are more considered than the casual location first suggests, yet the mood remains approachable rather than stiff.

Address: 57 Gray's Inn Road, London WC1X 8PP

Faros Holborn Menu

Starter

Focaccine

Our special bread with garlic, oregano and tomato sauce

£11
Minestrone Soup

Freshly made traditional Italian vegetable soup

Vegetarian
£10
Caprese

Buffalo Mozzarella and tomatoes

£11
Bruschettas

Tomatoes and parma ham...

£11
Con Gamberi E Carciofi

Prawns with garlic & chilly and white wine sauce served with artichokes and asparagus

£18
Calamari Fritti

Tender pieces of deep fried calamari with a tartar sauce

£17
Octopus Carpaccio

Thin slices of octopus served with green salad, fennel, asparagus, pink peppers...

£19

Pizza

Pepperoni

Pepperoni, mozzarella and tomato sauce

£19
Quattro Formaggi

Four cheeses: gorgonzola, mozzarella, provolone piccante, parmesan, olive oil

Vegetarian
£22
La Fungosa

Portobello mushrooms, gorgonzola, mozzarella, truffle oil...

Vegetarian
£22
Meat Delizia

Mozzarella, tomato sauce, meat balls, bacon, pepperoni, onion, garlic oil

£22
Quattro Stagioni

Parma Ham, portobello mushrooms, olives, artichokes, mozzarella, tomato sauce

£22
La Calabrese

Mozzarella, tomato sauce, nduja (spicy), pancetta, provolone piccante, red onion, basil, olive oil...

£22

Pasta

All our pastas are freshly handmade by expert Italian artisans

New Rigatoni Cavolo Nero

Rigatoni with kale, garlic & parmesan

Vegetarian
£19
Spaghetti Carbonara

Spaghetti with bacon, egg, cream & parmesan

£20
Pappardelle Ai Funghi

Pappardelle with Portobello mushrooms, shimeji mushroom, garlic, onions, balsamic, chilli flakes & parmesan...

Vegetarian
£22
Tagliatelle Burrata

Tagliatelle with basil tomato sauce, burrata, chilli and garlic

£24
Pappardelle Beef Ragu

Slow cooked (6 hours) shredded beef ragu with garlic & chilli, parmesan, red wine sauce

£30
Truffle Pasta

Tagliatelle with butter, black pepper, parmesan and fresh truffle

£30
Linguine Allo Scoglio

Prawns, squids, sun dried tomatoes with tomato sauce, chilli & garlic. Alternatively you can ask gluten free options of pasta....

£26

Risotto

Risotto Ai Funghi Porcini

Risotto with porcini mushrooms, garlic and parmesan

Vegetarian
£25
Risotto Mare

Risotto with prawns, squid, clams, chilli, garlic and tomato sauce

£28
New Risotto Primavera

Risotto with asparagus, baby courgette, peas, mozzarella, garlic and parmesan...

Vegetarian
£26

Main Course

Pollo Alla Milanese

Chicken breast in breadcrumbs served with rocket salad

£22
Pollo Ai Funghi Porcini

Chicken breast with creamy porcini sauce served with mashed potato and almond flakes

£27
Fresh Sea Bass

Fresh daily Sea Bass with lemon butter caper sauce served with broccoli, green beans and tomatoes

£32
Filetto Di Manzo Ai Porcini

Premium Scottish Beef Fillet with porcini mushroom sauce served with chips and asparagus...

£39

Salads

Burrata Salad

Burrata cheese with beef tomato, cherry tomato and almonds

Vegetarian
£16
Insalata di Carciofi crudi con avocado

Artichoke salad with avocado & parmesan shavings

Vegetarian
£17
Insalata di Salmone

Mixed greens, cherry tomato, avocado, caperberries and smoked salmon...

£18

Desserts & Icecreams

Homemade Tiramisu
£10
Espresso Affogato

Traditional coffee based dessert

£10
Gelato & Sorbetto

Madagascan Vanilla, Chocolate & Roasted Hazelnut, Pistachio, Lemon Sorbetto...

Vegetarian
£10
Chocolate Bomb

Chocolate cake served with a scoop of Italian gelato

£13
New Salted Caramel Panna Cotta

Traditional Italian vanilla Panna Cotta with homemade salted caramel sauce and almonds

Vegetarian
£11
Tagliere Di Formaggi

Selection of Italian cheese with nuts and dry fruits

Vegetarian
£20
A bowl of ramen at anime-themed Uzumaki London

Uzumaki London

Uzumaki turns a ramen meal into an exuberant anime experience. Murals, bold lighting and manga references fill the room, yet the food has enough substance to keep the theme from becoming a distraction. Ramen is the main event, with options built around creamy tonkotsu-style broth, chilli heat, beef and plant-based combinations. Names such as Uzumaki ramen, Naruto ramen and Tenten's spicy tantan continue the playful idea, while gyoza, karaage and katsu curry give groups an easy way to build a broader table.

Come here when atmosphere matters as much as dinner: it is particularly good for anime fans, families with older children and lively groups. First-time visitors should choose a ramen according to broth and heat rather than its character name, then add one crisp side to share. Vegan and meat-free bowls make mixed dietary groups easier to accommodate, and the restaurant promotes halal-friendly choices, though anyone with a strict requirement should confirm ingredients and preparation before ordering. The setting is energetic, so diners seeking a hushed conversation may prefer a quieter option elsewhere nearby.

Address: 107 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3NA

Uzumaki London Menu

Ramen & udon

Uzumaki ramen

Tonkotsu broth, 2 slices chashu pork, half ajitsuke tamago, naruto maki, menma bamboo, spring onion.

£16.95
Naruto ramen

Tonkotsu broth, 4 slices chashu pork, whole ajitsuke tamago, naruto maki, menma bamboo, nori seaweed, spring onion.

£21.95
Halal uzumaki ramen

Beef & chicken broth, 2 slices chashu chicken, half ajitsuke tamago, naruto maki, menma bamboo, spring onion.

£16.95
Halal naruto ramen

Beef & chicken broth, 4 slices chashu chicken, whole ajitsuke tamago, naruto maki, menma bamboo, nori seaweed, spring onion.

£21.95
Tenten's spicy tantan

Tonkotsu broth, spicy sesame paste, chashu pork, half ajitsuke tamago, pak choi, wood-ear mushroom, bean sprouts, spring onion.

£17.95
Bakugou flaming miso

Shiitake miso, spicy sesame paste, chashu chicken, half ajitsuke tamago, pak choi, wood-ear mushroom, bean sprouts, spring onion.

£17.95
Bankai! Beef ramen

Beef & chicken broth, glazed beef, half ajitsuke tamago, charred corn, bean sprouts, crispy onion, spring onion.

£18.95
Panda senpai ramen

Shiitake miso, half ajitsuke tamago, menma bamboo, pak choi, veg kakiage, spring onion.

£16.95
Senjutsu vegan udon

Shiitake miso, menma bamboo, pak choi, charred com, veg kakiage, spring onion, aromatic oil, sesame.

Vegan
£16.95
Chainsaw curry udon

Potatoes, shiitake mushroom, carrots, onion, house curry sause, spring onion & aromatic herbs.

£15.95

Anime classics

Guy's spring of youth curry

Potatoes, shiitake mushroom, carrots, onion, house curry sauce, japanese rice, spring onion & herbs.

£14.95
Toge onigiri

Almon teriyaki, dryed tuna flakes, aonori, sesame, nori seaweed

£6.45
Spicy shinobi edamame

Sweet & spicy sauce, sesame

£4.95
Ninjutsu chakra croquettes (4 pcs)

Curried vegetables

£7.95
Food wars! Karaag

Marinated deep-fried chicken, chilli coriander, shichimi mayo

£8.95
Spirited onigiri

Nori seaweed

£3.95
Katsu no jutsu curry don

Chicken katsu, house curry sauce, sesame cabbage, japanese rice, spring onion & herbs

£15.95
Kenpachi chicken katsu

Panko fried chicken breast, sesame cabbage, tonkatsu BBQ sauce

£10.95
Chicken gyoza (gyoza 4 pcs)

With sesame, crispy onion arumble and coriander

£6.25
Rawn gyoza

With leeks and micro cress

£6.95
Zen garden edamame

Sea salt flakes

£3.95
Wakame seaweed

Marinated seaweed salad, sesame

£4.85
Sniper captain's wasabi peas
£2.85
Pirate king meat on the bone

Hether you just won an epic battle or returned from a cruise at sea. sink your teeth in our epic meat (chicken) on the bone roasted to perfection.

£8.75

Dessert and drinks

Chakra boost (each)

Peach / orange / lychee / green apple

£3.95
Itachi dango

3 pcs Tricolor dango ball on a stick! Served with sweet taro sauce - itachi's favorite!

£5.50
Mochi ice-cream (each)

Uzu / passionfruit / vanilla / strawberry cheesecake

£3.25
Mitsuri sakura mochi

Rice, red bean paste

£4.25
Indian curry and accompaniments at Indian Lounge

Indian Lounge

Indian Lounge sits near the King's Cross end of Gray's Inn Road and covers the classics with impressive breadth. The menu moves from samosas, onion bhaji and grilled tandoori dishes through biryanis, paneer recipes, seafood and a long choice of curries. That range is its chief advantage: one person can keep things gentle and creamy while another heads towards chilli, smoke or sharper tomato-led flavours. Fresh bread, rice and vegetable sides make it straightforward to turn separate preferences into a meal for the whole table.

This is a practical choice for groups arriving through King's Cross or finishing a day around Bloomsbury. Build the order around one grill dish and two curries with different sauces, then add a vegetable preparation for contrast. The staff can help distinguish dishes that sound similar and steer diners towards a suitable level of heat. Because the list is extensive, ordering fewer mains and sharing usually produces a more interesting meal than choosing one dish each. Confirm allergens directly, especially where marinades, nuts or shared kitchen equipment may be involved.

Address: 343 Gray's Inn Road, London WC1X 8PX

Indian Lounge Menu

Scrumptious Starters

Onion Bhaji (V) or Vegetable Samosa (V) (Vegan)

Onion Bhaji - Finely chopped onions and coriander prepared with herbs and spices (deep fried). Vegetable samosa – Mixed vegetables seasoned with herbs, wrapped with pads and crispy fried.

Vegetarian
£4.99
Lamb or Cheese Samosa (V)

Minced lamb (or cheese) seasoned with herbs – wrapped with pads and crispy fried.

£5.99
Garlic Lounge Prawns

Tiger prawns tossed in butter, garlic, lemon juice and honey.

£6.99
Paneer Tikka (V)

Paneer Tikka - Paneer marinated in yoghurt and spices. Cooked in high temperature in a clay oven.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Chicken Tikka or Chicken Pakora

Chicken Tikka - Chicken marinated in yoghurt and spices. Cooked in high temperature in a clay oven. Chicken pakora - Chicken pieces marinated with spices and then coated with rice flour.

£5.99
Lounge Mix Starter

A mixed combination of chicken tikka, meat samosa and sheek kebab. Served with salad and sauces.

£6.99
Vegetable Mix Starter (V)

A mixed combination of onion bhaji, vegetable samosa, aloo pakora and paneer tikka.

Vegetarian
£6.99
Juicy Lamb Chops

Lamb chops seasoned with herbs and exotic spices. Served with salad and sauces.

£7.99
King Prawn Butterfly

King prawn flattened out, then coated in a mildly spiced batter and deep fried.

£7.49
Chicken or Paneer Chilli Fry

Thin sliced chicken tikka or paneer stir-fried with green chilli, herbs, coriander and spices.

£6.99
King Prawn Puri

King prawns stir-fried in a medium spiced sauce. Served with deep fried bread.

£7.99
Sheek Kebab

Minced lamb seasoned with mint, coriander and onions. Grilled in oven clay.

£6.99
Prawn Puri

Small prawns stir-fried in a medium spiced sauce. Served with deep fried, puffed thin bread.

£6.99
Ragda Pati (V) (Vegan)

Marinated potatoes stuffed with spicy lentils and chutney. Served with chick peas and sauces.

Vegetarian Vegan
£6.99
Lentil Soup (V)

Soup of the day.

Vegetarian
£5.99

Enjoyable Specials

Mango Garlic Chicken

Chicken cooked in mango chutney and Chef’s exotic ingredients. Mild dish.

£11.50
Lamb Kebab Karahi

Mince lamb cooked in medium spices with onions and peppers. Served sizzling.

£11.99
Chicken Chilli Bayang

Slices of chicken marinated in herbs and spices, cooked in hot and thick sauce. An exotic flavour.

£11.50
Lamb Kaddu

Pieces of lamb cooked with butternut and spices in a medium sauce. Served in butternut squash.

£12.99
Duck Bhuna

Medium spiced slices of duck breast oven-grilled and served in thick medium sauce.

£12.99
Ak-Bari Lamb Shank

A signature dish consisting of lamb shank cooked in medium sauce. Served with rice or naan bread.

£19.99
Tava Gosht Lahori

Lamb pan fried with spices, herbs, garlic and juliennes of ginger root. Served sizzling.

£11.99
Chicken or Lamb Green Chilli

Chicken or Lamb cooked with green chillies, coriander and mint to make a distinct green chilli curry.

£11.99
Chicken, Lamb or Beef Naga

Tender pieces of chicken, beef or lamb cooked with spices and naga chilli (ghost pepper). Very hot.

£11.99
Lamb or Beef Qasuri Methi

Lamb or beef cooked with onions, qasuri methi and spices in medium thick sauce.

£11.99
Sweet Chicken Chilli

Chicken tikka cooked in sweet chilli sauce. Fusion taste and quite popular.

£11.50
Hydebradi Lamb chops

Lamb chops cooked with herbs and spices in medium sauce. Served with rice or naan bread.

£18.99
Honey Chicken or Lamb

Tender pieces of chicken or lamb cooked with honey and exotic spices.

£11.99
Duck Naga

Medium spiced slices of duck breast oven-grilled and served in a very hot sauce (ghost peppers).

£13.99
Pathia special

A lip-smacking tangy curry with lemon and tomato with a little sweetness too. Choose from chicken, Lamb or Prawns.

£11.99
Lamb Bhindi special

Lamb cooked with bhindi with herbs and spices in a medium sauce.

£12.99

Tasty Traditionals

Chicken Tikka Massala

Chicken tikka cooked in a blend of spices with coconut cream and fresh cream sauce. This is the most popular dish in UK. Sweet and Mild.

£11.50
Garlic Chicken Chilli

Chicken cooked with garlic, onions and other spices. A hot dish with a garlic flavour. Very popular.

£11.50
Vindaloo (Hot)

Cooked in a hot sauce with chunks of potatoes and lots of chillies and hot spices.

Madras (Fairly Hot)

Madras is a fairly hot sauce. It contains flavours in the form of tomatoes, lemon and chillies.

Dhansak (Lentils – Hot)

Prepared in a sweet, sour and fairly hot sauce thickened with lentils. Sweet and sour taste.

Sagwalla (Spinach – Medium)

Delicious and one of the effective uses of spinach. A good dish for those who love spinach.

Dupiaza (Medium)

Lots of onions added to create a savoury dish tempered by a hint of herbal aromatics.

Rogan Josh (Medium)

It is cooked in herb, spices and lots of tomatoes. A good dish for those who love tomatoes.

Bhuna (Medium)

Medium strength dish cooked with fresh herbs, spices, onions and tomatoes.

Korma (Mild)

Very mild, sweet and creamy texture. It is cooked with coconut, cashew nuts and fresh cream.

Garlic Lamb Chilli

Lamb cooked with garlic, onions and other spices. A hot dish with a garlic flavour. Very popular.

£11.99
Beef or Lamb Shatokora

Tender pieces of beef or lamb cooked with a traditional bangladeshi bitter lemon in a medium spiced sauce.

£11.99
Lamb Massala

Lamb cooked in a blend of spices with coconut cream, nut and fresh cream sauce. Mild dish.

£11.99
Keema Murgh or Aloo Keema

Keema Murgh – chicken stir-fried with lamb mince, onions, herbs and spices. Medium dish. Aloo Keema – lamb mince stir-fried with potatoes, onions, herbs and spices. Medium dish.

£11.99
Chicken Tikka Bhuna

Chicken tikka cooked in a medium spiced sauce with herbs, spices, onions and tomatoes.

£11.50
Lamb Jalfrezi

Lamb cooked with red and green peppers, onions, gingers, spices and green chillies. A hot dish.

£11.99
Chicken Jalfrezi

Chicken cooked with red and green peppers, onions, spices and green chillies. A hot dish.

£11.99
Chicken or Lamb Thethoi (Tamarind)

Chicken or Lamb cooked with tamarind, ginger, herbs and spices.

£11.99
Chicken or Lamb Karahi

Chicken or Lamb cooked in medium spices with onions and peppers. Served sizzling.

£11.99
Chicken or Lamb Phall

Chicken or Lamb cooked with fiery red hot chillies with a tangy taste. Considered one of the hottest dish in any Indian restaurant.

£11.99
Chicken or Lamb Passanda

This was the favourite dish of the Mogul emperors. A mild dish of chicken or lamb cooked in a sauce of cream, coconut milk and cashew nut. Sweet and Mild.

£11.99
Tandoori Butter Chicken

Chicken marinated in a blend of light spices and yoghurt. Cooked in a low flame with butter and cream. Slightly sweet, butter and creamy flavour.

£11.50
Balti

Cooked with pickles, coriander and spices. Can be cooked to a spicier level. Please inform the staff.

Boring But Delightful

Chicken - £10.50 Lamb – £11.50 Prawn - £10.99 Vegetable (V) - £8.50 Chicken Tikka - £11.50 Egg - £8.99 Choose one of the following mains with chicken, lamb, prawn, chicken tikka, egg or vegetable:

Korma (Mild)

Very mild, sweet and creamy texture. It is cooked with coconut, cashew nuts and fresh cream.

Bhuna (Medium)

Medium strength dish cooked with fresh herbs, spices, onions and tomatoes.

Rogan Josh (Medium)

It is cooked in herb, spices and lots of tomatoes. A good dish for those who love tomatoes.

Dupiaza (Medium)

Lots of onions added to create a savoury dish tempered by a hint of herbal aromatics.

Sagwalla (Spinach – Medium)

Delicious and one of the effective uses of spinach. A good dish for those who love spinach.

Dhansak (Lentils – Hot)

Prepared in a sweet, sour and fairly hot sauce thickened with lentils. Sweet and sour taste.

Madras (Fairly Hot)

Madras is a fairly hot sauce. It contains flavours in the form of tomatoes, lemon and chillies.

Vindaloo (Hot)

Cooked in a hot sauce with chunks of potatoes and lots of chillies and hot spices.

Balti

Cooked with pickles, coriander and spices. Can be cooked to a spicier level. Please inform the staff.

Yummy Biryanis

Aromatic dish treated with mixed spices and stir-fried with basmati rice. All biryani dishes are served with a poppadum or raitha on the side. Medium spiced.

Lamb Biryani
£12.99
Chicken Biryani
£11.99
Vegetable Biryani (V)
Vegetarian
£10.99
Prawn or Fish Biryani
£12.99
Chicken Tikka Biryani
£12.99
Lamb Chop Biryani
£15.99
King Prawn Biryani
£16.99
Special Mix Biryani

A mix of lamb, chicken and prawn. Served with egg.

£17.99

Mouth-Watering Tandoori

All these dishes are cooked in an oven clay at high temperature. Medium spiced, grilled and served sizzling.

½ Tandoori Chicken

Two pieces of tender chicken on the bone marinated in yoghurt, mixed spices and garlic.

£10.99
Chicken Tikka

Pieces of boneless chicken marinated in medium spices and yoghurt.

£10.99
Sheek Kebab

Sheek Kebab - minced lamb seasoned with mint, coriander and onions.

£11.99
Juicy Lamb Chops

Pieces of lamb chops marinated in medium spices and yoghurt.

£14.99
Chicken Shaslick

Pieces of chicken marinated in spices – barbecued with peppers, onions and tomatoes.

£12.99
Lamb Shaslick

Pieces of lamb marinated in spices – barbecued with peppers, onions and tomatoes.

£13.99
Paneer Shaslick (V)

Indian cottage cheese marinated in spices – barbecued with peppers, onions and tomatoes.

Vegetarian
£10.99
Salmon Tikka

Salmon fish marinated in medium spices and yoghurt.

£14.99
Tandoori King Prawn

King prawns marinated in medium spices and yoghurt.

£17.99
Tandoori Mixed Grill

A mix of chicken tikka, tandoori chicken, sheek kebab, paneer tikka and king prawn.

£18.99

The Beautiful Ocean

Tilapia Fish Bhuna

Tilapia fish cooked in a medium spiced thick sauce with herbs, spices, onions and tomatoes.

£10.99
Goan Fish Curry

Marinated tilapia fillet deep fried with hot spices. Cooked with thick coconut and curry leaf sauce.

£12.99
Crab Masala

Crab meat cooked with coconut milk. Hot dish.

£13.99
Sea Bassergine

Sea bass stuffed with garnished aubergine and spices. It is grilled and served with pilau rice.

£14.99
King Prawn Special

King prawns cooked in any style such as massala, bhuna, jalfrezi etc. Please inform the staff.

£17.99

Finger-Licking Vegetable Sides

Tarka Dall (V)

Lentils cooked with butter, herbs, freshly fried garlic and aromatic spices.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Bombay Aloo (V)

Steamed potatoes cooked with garlic, herbs and medium spices.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Motor or Saag Paneer (V)

Motor Paneer - Indian cottage cheese cooked with green peas. Saag Paneer – Indian cottage cheese cooked with spinach.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Mixed Vegetables (V)

Mixed vegetables cooked with herbs and spices in a medium curry sauce.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Bhindi Bhaji (V)

Green okras cooked in medium spices with butter, onions and spices.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Tok Special Begun (V)

Deep fried aubergines cooked in medium spices, herbs and tamarind paste.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Mushroom Bhaji (V)

Mushrooms stir-fried with onions, herbs, garlic and spices.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Saag Aloo or Saag Bhaji (V)

Saag aloo – spinach and potatoes stir-fried with onions, spices, garlic and herbs. Saag Bhaji – spinach stir-fried with onions, spices, garlic and herbs.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Brinjal Bhaji (V)

Aubergines cooked with onions, spices, garlic and herbs.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Aloo Gobi or Gobi Bhaji (V)

Aloo Gobi - Cauliflowers stir-fried with potatoes, onions, garlic and spices. Gobi Bhaji – Cauliflowers stir-fried with onions, garlic and spices.

Vegetarian
£5.99
Chana Masala or Chana Begun (V)

Chana Masala – chick peas cooked with garlic, onions and lime juice in a medium spiced sauce. Chana Begun – chick peas cooked with aubergines, onions and garlic. Medium spiced.

Vegetarian
£5.99

Pleasant Paneer

Paneer Bhuna (V)

Indian cottage cheese cooked with garlic, onions and herbs in a medium thick sauce.

Vegetarian
£10.99
Paneer Jalfrezi (V)

Indian cottage cheese cooked with peppers, green chillies, herbs and spices. A hot dish.

Vegetarian
£10.99
Paneer Tikka Massala (V)

Indian cottage cheese cooked in a blend of spices with coconut cream, nut and fresh cream sauce.

Vegetarian
£10.99

Delightful Rice and Bread

Boiled Rice
£3.59
Onion or Honey Nan
£3.99
Chapati Bread
£2.99
Aloo or Veg Paratha
£5.50
Plain Paratha
£4.50
Tandoori Roti or Puri
£3.69
Keema Nan Bread
£4.99
Cheese Nan Bread
£4.50
Peshwari Nan Bread
£4.50
Garlic or Chilli Nan
£3.99
Pilau Rice
£3.89
Plain Nan Bread
£3.69
Special or Veg Fried Rice
£5.99
Onion or Egg Fried Rice
£4.99
Garlic or Cumin Rice
£4.99
Keema Special Rice
£6.99
Mushroom Fried Rice
£4.99
Lemon or Coconut Rice
£4.99
Butter Nan
£3.99

Scrummy Extras

Chips
£3.50
Mixed Salad
£2.99
Cod Fish and Chips
£10.99
Plain Raitha (Yoghurt)
£2.99
Cucumber or Onion Raitha
£2.99
Plain or Spicy Pappadum
£1
Chutney Per Person
£1
Onions, Lemon and Green Chillies
£1.99
Freshly cooked fish and chips at North Sea Fish Restaurant

North Sea Fish Restaurant

North Sea Fish Restaurant has served Leigh Street since 1977, combining the comfort of a neighbourhood fish-and-chip shop with a proper sit-down dining room. Cod and haddock remain natural starting points, but the menu is broader than the headline suggests: plaice, skate, grilled fish, shellfish and seafood starters give regulars room to vary the order. Batter should be crisp rather than heavy, while grilled preparations let the flavour and texture of the fish lead. The kitchen's specialist focus is exactly what makes this long-running address worth seeking out.

Choose North Sea for a traditional lunch, an uncomplicated family dinner or a meal with visitors who want a recognisably British experience. Fried fish with chips is the classic route, but a grilled catch and a vegetable side make a lighter alternative, and a shared seafood starter can add variety. Availability may shift with supply, so ask what is best that day and check the current menu if you have a particular species in mind. The dining room is comfortable and unshowy, placing freshness, portion and friendly service ahead of fashion.

Address: 7-8 Leigh Street, London WC1H 9EW

North Sea Fish Restaurant Menu

Starters

SMOKED SALMON

Delicately smoked salmon with pickled cucumber and capers

£10
PRAWN COCKTAIL

Juicy prawns in our signature Marie Rose sauce with buttered warm baguette

£9
Anchovy Bruschetta

Grilled bread topped with anchovy, fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil and olive oil

£7
KING PRAWNS (5 pieces)

King prawns pan-fried with garlic and chilli

£15
SCALLOPS (4 pieces)

Cornish hand-dived scallops, pan-seared with classic shallot cream and white wine sauce

£15
GRILLED OCTOPUS

Grilled octopus with lemon, olive oil and fresh herbs

£15
KING PRAWN TEMPURA (5 pieces)

Succulent king prawns in crisp batter with sweet chilli sauce

£13
CALAMARI

Tender squid rings in a light golden batter, fried crisp with lemon, cooked in rapeseed oil

£13
HALLOUMI CHIPS (6 slices)

Golden-fried halloumi, crisp on the outside, soft and salty within

£10
WHITEBAIT

Crispy deep-fried whitebait with tartare sauce and lemon

£9
GRILLED SARDINES (4 pieces)

Fresh Portuguese sardines, simply grilled with lemon and garlic

£9
HOMEMADE FISHCAKE

Fried fresh cod, haddock and salmon fishcake, lightly seasoned with fresh herbs, crisp on the outside and soft and flaky within, with tartare sauce and lemon

£9
BRIE (V)

Golden-fried Brie in a crisp breadcrumb coating with blueberry jam, fried in rapeseed oil

Vegetarian
£9
FISH SOUP

Made daily from that morning’s fish catch, served with a fresh baguette

£8

Zero Alcohol Beer

Zero Alcohol Beer
£5

Soft Drinks

Coke, Coke Zero, Fanta, Sprite
£3.50
Ginger Beer
£3.50
Elderflower
£3.50
Cloudy Lemonade
£3.50
Lipton Iced Tea (Lemon, Peach)
£3.50
Mineral or Sparkling Water (750ml)
£5

Champagnes

Champagne Gruet Selection Brut NV, France (House Champagne)

A light and elegant House champagne with soft, full flavour and consistent mousse, possessing good balance and maturity

£50
Telmont Reserve Brut NV, France

An exceptional Réserve Brut. Exquisite balance of tension and ripe fruit, richness and minerality. A very fine and complex champagne

£90
Moët & Chandon Imperial NV 37.5cl

Mineral freshness and white flowers on the nose followed with nuances of brioche, biscuit and fresh nuts with a hint of elegant maturity

£55
Moët & Chandon Imperial

Mineral freshness and white flowers on the nose followed with nuances of brioche, biscuit and fresh nuts with a hint of elegant maturity

£95
Ruinart Blanc de Blancs NV

Silky and vibrant, showcasing flavours of ripe pear, lemon zest, and stone fruits, balanced by a creamy texture and refreshing acidity

£140

Juices

Apple, Orange, Pineapple, Cranberry
£3.50

Hot Drinks

Decaffeinated Coffee
£3
Espresso, Flat White, Americano, Latte, Cappuccino, Tea
£3.50
Hot Chocolate
£5
Irish Coffee (Jameson)
£8
Herbal Teas: Earl Grey, Peppermint, Fresh Mint, Chamomile, Green Tea
£3.50

Vodka

Belvedere
£7

Whiskey

Jack Daniels
£7
Johnnie Walker
£7
Jameson
£7

Rum

Captain Morgan Dark
£7

Gin

Gordon’s Gins
£7
Tanqueray
£7

Bottle Beer

Spitfire - Ale
£7

Fish Mains

PLAICE FILLET (B)(G)

Delicate, sweet flat fish with a light texture

£22
WHOLE DOVER SOLE (on the bone) (G)

A true British classic, sweet, firm flesh on the bone, simply grilled

Gluten Free
£45
SEA BASS FILLETS (Grilled)

Our signature fillet With steamed spinach and classic shallot cream and white wine sauce

£30
NORTH SEA SEAFOOD PLATTER

(for two, cooked to perfection) For sharing Cod and Haddock, Calamari, Prawns, Sardines, Scampi, Salt and Pepper Squid, Whitebait

£50
FISHERMAN’S CATCH (Grilled)

(for two) Our signature Cod, Salmon, Sea Bass, King Prawns, Scallops, Calamari and Sardines, on a bed of samphire and classic shallot cream and white wine sauce

£60
HADDOCK FILLET (B)(G)

A richer alternative Fresh North Atlantic Haddock, prized for its richer, fuller flavour

£23
WHOLE SEA BASS (on the bone) (G)

Clean, sweet flavour, served on the bone

Gluten Free
£30
WHOLE LEMON SOLE (on the bone) (G)

Delicate and tender, with a naturally light, refined flavour

Gluten Free
£30
SCALLOPS (main course) (8 pieces)

Cornish hand-dived scallops, pan-seared with classic shallot cream and white wine sauce

£28
SKATE (B)(G)

Tender skate with a mild, distinctive flavour

£24
HOMEMADE FISHCAKES

Fried fresh cod, haddock and salmon fishcakes, lightly seasoned with fresh herbs, crisp on the outside and soft and flaky within, with tartare sauce and lemon

£18
CALAMARI (main course) (B)(G)

Tender squid rings in a light golden batter, fried crisp with tartare sauce and lemon, cooked in rapeseed oil

£20
GRILLED OCTOPUS (G)

Grilled octopus with lemon, herb dressing and a crisp salad

Gluten Free
£29
WHOLETAIL SCAMPI (12 pieces) (B)

Whole Scottish langoustine tails in crisp golden crumb, cooked in rapeseed oil

£19
KING PRAWNS (9 pieces) (B)

Succulent king prawns in crisp batter with sweet chilli sauce

£29
SALMON STEAK (on the bone) (G)

Fresh salmon steak on the bone, simply grilled

Gluten Free
£27
ROCK (B)(G)

A firm, meaty fish with a strong flavour, a traditional chip shop favourite

£22
COD FILLET (B)(G)

Our classic Prime North Atlantic Cod, delivered fresh daily from Billingsgate and cooked to order

£23

Draught Beer/Cider

Camden Hells - Lager
£6
London Pride - Ale
£6
Draft Cider
£6

Rosé Wines

Borelli Pinot Grigio Blush, Italy

A fresh, well balanced and fruity wine, with vibrant floral notes that highlight the natural pink colour of the grape

£28
Reserve St Jacques Grenache Rosé, France

Clean and pure with hints of strawberry and juicy stone fruits. Floral and cherry notes define the dry elegant finish

£29

Red Wines

Voramar Bobal/Tempranillo, Spain (House Red)

An intense cherry red with flashing hints of violet. Raspberry and blackberry notes. A well rounded wine with good structure

£28
Vistamar Brisa Merlot, Chile

Rich aromas of red fruits and plums overlaid with notes of toast and vanilla. Fruity and rounded on the palate, with a long lingering finish

£29
The Accomplice Shiraz, Australia

Medium weight with soft tannins. Sweet red cherries and blackberries are dominant on the palate finishing with a hint of mocha and oak

£32
Decum Rioja Crianza, Spain

Aged for 12 months in American and French oak barrels. Intense, smooth and with a very engaging aftertaste

£36
Chateau Arcole St Emilion Grand Cru

A rich nose with intense aromas of black fruits. On the palate, it is silky with ripe tannins and excellent length and structure

£57

White Wines

Voramar Macabeo/Sauvignon Blanc, Spain (House White)

Pale straw in colour, with subtle hints of green. Notes of apple and white pears, with a tropical touch and a hint of honey at the end

£28
Borelli Pinot Grigio, Italy

A soft and alluring pinot grigio with fresh, juicy flavours and aromas of ripe apples and pears

£29
The Accomplice Chardonnay, Australia

The palate is soft with a creamy texture balanced by a fine tropical fruit character to give a lovely rich characterful finish

£30
Muscadet Sur Lie Aubiniere

An expressive bouquet of ripe pear and apple. Ample and fruity on the palate, and combining elegance with minerality

£34
Picpoul De Pinet Deux Vents, France

A youthful bright nose of lemongrass and green apple with a subtle, salty mineral note. Organically grown and produced

£37
Chablis Albert Bichot

Very pure nose of white flowers, flint typical of Chablis, opening up to a palate that boasts an elegant combination of almond balanced and lovely vivacity. Fresh and rich in turns with a long finish

£52

Desserts

BAKED CHEESECAKE

A light and fluffy cheesecake topped with fresh wild berry coulis

£8
STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING

With custard or ice cream

£8
BREAD AND BUTTER PUDDING

Brioche baked with raisins, served with warm custard or ice cream

£9
ICE CREAM & SORBET

A perfect finish Choose two scoops Classic Vanilla Salted Caramel Chocolate Strawberry

£7

Favourites

All pies are served with chips or mashed potato

CHICKEN AND MUSHROOM PIE
£16
STEAK AND ALE PIE
£16
BANGERS AND POTATO MASH

Three Lincoln beef sausages

£14
VEGETARIAN PIE (V)
Vegetarian
£14
SAVELOY

Traditional London smoked and steamed beef sausage, with chips

£11
PORK SAUSAGE plain or battered

Our classic pork sausage, with chips

£12

Traditional Burgers

All burger s ser ved in a brioche bun and chips

FISH BURGER (B)

Battered cod fillet with lettuce, pickled cucumber and tartare sauce

£16
HOMEMADE FISHCAKE BURGER

Homemade cod and haddock fishcake in a brioche bun, with lettuce, pickled cucumber and tartare sauce

£16
HALLOUMI BURGER (V)

Grilled halloumi with fresh tomato and cucumber slices

Vegetarian
£14

Extras & Sides

HALLOUMI CHIPS (6 slices)

Golden-fried halloumi, crisp on the outside, soft and salty within

£10
GREEK SALAD (V)

Cucumber, tomato, mixed lettuce leaves and onions with house dressing

Vegetarian
£9
MIXED SALAD

Cucumber, tomato, mixed lettuce leaves and onions with house dressing

£7
HOMEMADE ONION RINGS
£6
CHIPS
£5
HOMEMADE COLESLAW
£5
MUSHY PEAS
£4
GARDEN PEAS
£4
BUTTERED SPINACH
£4
BLANCHED SAMPHIRE
£4
FRESH BAKED BAGUETTE AND BUTTER
£4
GRAVY
£3
CURRY SAUCE
£3
PICKLED GHERKIN (each)
£2

Sparking Wines

Midea Prosecco, Italy

Crisp and fruity, with a fragrance and flavour reminiscent of a fruit cocktail made with apples

£29
Ca Belli Prosecco Rosé, Italy

Fruity aromas of cherry and berries on the nose with delicate floral notes. Lively and pleasantly dry with a pleasant aftertaste

£35
Seasonal French-influenced plate and wine at Noble Rot

Noble Rot

Noble Rot's original Lamb's Conduit Street home is a wine bar and restaurant for people who care equally about what is poured and what arrives from the kitchen. The cooking draws on British produce and French technique, keeping plates focused enough to sit comfortably beside a serious bottle. A recent seasonal menu has included Comté beignets, smoked eel with celeriac remoulade, Dorset clams with chorizo, roast fish with pastis and slow-cooked beef. The details rotate, which is part of the appeal rather than an inconvenience.

Book the restaurant for a thoughtful date or a long lunch; use the bar when wine and a few smaller plates are the priority. The list ranges well beyond famous labels, and the team can suggest glasses or bottles at different budgets, so give them a flavour profile and a ceiling rather than pretending expertise. Food should still drive the order: combine a snack, a vegetable or seafood starter and one of the compact mains, then consider cheese or dessert. This is intimate, grown-up dining, with conversation and curiosity providing the occasion.

Address: 51 Lamb's Conduit Street, London WC1N 3NB

Noble Rot Menu

SUMMER SET LUNCH MENU

2 Courses £24; 3 Courses £28; Wine pairings not included

Egg Mayonnaise & Anchovy
Whole Baked Plaice & Green Peppercorn Butter
Warm Rice Pudding & Gooseberry Compote

Red

Coravin Wines

Gramenon, Cotes-du-Rhone 'Ceps Centenaires La Meme'
£16

S Rhone, France 2024

Artuke, 'La Condenada'
£19

Rioja, Spain 2022

E Pepe, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Branella'
£21

Abruzzo, Italy 2021

Camille Thiriet, Cote-de-Nuits Villages 'Clos Magny'
£23

Burgundy, France 2023

Ducru Beaucaillou, St-Julien
£33

Bordeaux, France 1989

Charles Lachaux, Nuits-St-Georges 'La Petite Charmotte'
£54

Burgundy, France 2022

Fortified

Justino's, Malvasia '10 Years Old'
£11

Madeira, Portugal NV

Marco de Bartoli, Marsala Superiore Oro 'Vigna la Miccia'
£14

Sicily, Italy 2020 500ml

Quinta de la Rosa, Colheita Port
£14

Douro, Portugal 2012 500ml

F Rousset-Martin, Macvin du Jura Savagnin '5 Ans d'Age'
£20

Jura, France NV

DiBaldo, '721 Vermouth'
£29

Emilia-Romagna, Italy NV 500ml

DiBaldo, 'Un Bitter'
£29

Emilia-Romagna, Italy NV 500ml

Sweet

Szolo, 'Dolce'
£11

Tokaji, Hungary NV 500ml

JJ Prum, Riesling Auslese 'Bernkasteler Lay'
£11

Mosel, Germany 2020

Samos, 'Nectar'
£12

Samos, Greece 2017 500ml

De Malle, Sauternes
£14

Bordeaux, France 2001

La Stoppa, Malvasia Passito 'Vino del Volta'
£14

Emilia-Romagna, Italy 2024 500ml

Beers

Rothaus Pils ABV 0.4% (330ml)
£5
Rothaus Pils (330ml)
£6
Kernel Table Beer (330ml)
£7

Softs

Square Root Lemonade (330ml)
£5
Zingi Bear (330ml)
£7
Des Grottes, Blanc 'L'Antilope'
£7

Beaujolais, France (0% ABV)

Des Grottes, Gamay 'L'Antidote'
£7

Beaujolais, France (0% ABV)

Fortified

Coravin Wines

HM Borges, Malmsey 30 Year
£19

Madeira, Portugal NV 50ml:

Samos, Muscat
£31

Samos, Greece 1963 375ml 50ml:

HM Borges, Sercial
£33

Madeira, Portugal 1993 50ml:

Henriques & Henriques, Boal 'Grand Prix Seville 1929'
£40

Madeira, Portugal 1930 50ml:

Cossart Gordon, Boal
£42

Madeira, Portugal 1962 MAGNUM 50ml:

Sweet

Coravin Wines

Climens, Barsac
£22

Bordeaux, France 1986

Aussigouins, Coteaux du Layon 'Nectar d'Empyree'
£23

Loire, France 2017 500ml

Clos Joliette, Jurancon 'Moelleux'
£41

South West, France 2004

Yquem, Sauternes
£73

Bordeaux, France 2003 375ml

Vin Jaune

Coravin Wines

d'Arlay, Vin Jaune
£19

Jura, France 2017 620ml

Macle, Chateau Chalon
£83

Jura, France 2010 620ml

White

Coravin Wines

N Faure, Bourgogne Aligote 'La Corvee de Bully'
£20

Burgundy, France 2024

F Rousset-Martin, Cotes-du-Jura Savagnin 'Vigne Aux Dames'
£20

Jura, France 2021

A&O de Moor, Chablis 1er Cru 'Vau de Vey'
£21

Burgundy, France 2023

E Sadie, Chenin Blanc 'Mev Kirsten'
£26

Stellenbosch, South Africa 2024

F Cotat, Sancerre 'La Grande Cote'
£27

Loire, France 2008

Roulot, Meursault 'Luchets'
£35

Burgundy, France 2022

Lamy-Caillat, Chassagne-Montrachet
£43

Burgundy, France 2022

RESTAURANT MENU

11th June 2026

Bread & Butter
£6
Lemon Sole & Seaweed Butter
£16
Chartreuse Ice Cream
£6
Strawberry & Champagne Sorbet
£6
Chocolate & Coffee Mousse
£12
Paris Brest
£12
Loquat & Almond Tart
£12
Landes Guinea Fowl, Panisse, Artichoke & Roast Tomato
£38
Swaledale Pork Chop, Borlotti Beans & Salsa Verde
£37
Roast Cod, Brown Shrimp, Capers & Sea Aster
£38
Braised Cornish Turbot, Vin Jaune & Alsace Bacon
£45
Fazzoletti, Girolles & Courgette with Sheep's Ricotta
£32
Buffalo Mozzarella, Honeymoon Melon, Datterinis & Basil
£18
Olives
£6
Octopus Carpaccio & Sauce Vierge
£17
Green Asparagus, Mayonnaise, Breadcrumbs, Bottarga & Lemon
£18
Comte Tart, Pickled Walnut & Frisee
£16
Duck & Pork Rillettes
£16
Summer Leaf Salad
£10
Mortadella
£15
Senorio Iberico Bellota Paleta D.O.P
£24
Carlingford Rock Oysters
£5.50
Ortiz Anchovies
£16
Comte Beignets & Pickled Walnut Ketchup
£3.50
Cheese Plate
£16

Formai du Mut*, Yr Afr*, Cashel Blue

Sparkling

Coravin Wines

P Peters, Brut Blanc de Blancs 'Cuvee de Reserve'
£24

Champagne, France NV

La Closerie (J Prevost), Extra Brut 'Les Beguines'
£47

Champagne, France NV (2023)

Dhondt-Grellet, Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs 'Les Nogers'
£55

Champagne, France 2018

Red

Wines By The Glass

Bodegas Latue, Tempranillo 'Don Tinto'
£4

Castilla La Mancha, Spain 2023

Mourgues du Gres, Costieres de Nimes 'Les Galets'
£5

S Rhone, France 2023

Tetramythos, Mavro Kalavrytino 'Achaia'
£6

Peloponesse, Greece 2024

Franc Cardinal, Francs Cotes de Bordeaux
£7

Bordeaux, France 2019

P Viet, Beaujolais Villages
£7

Beaujolais, France 2024

JA Ponce, Bobal 'P.F.'
£7

Manchuela, Spain 2024

Place of Changing Winds, Syrah 'No.2'
£9

Victoria, Australia 2023

R Bouvier, Marsannay 'Le Finage'
£10

Burgundy, France 2021

S Dittiere, Saumur 'Les Cormiers'
£17

Loire, France 2022

Rosé

Wines By The Glass

I Malihin, Liatiko Rosé
£8

Crete, Greece 2023

Tempier, Bandol Rosé
£12

Provence, France 2024

White

Wines By The Glass

Quinta do Ermizio, 'Chin Chin'
£4

Vinho Verde, Portugal 2025

Entre Vinyes, 'Oniric Brisat'
£5

Penedes, Spain 2024

Luneau Papin, Muscadet 'Garance'
£5

Loire, France 2024

C Fhal, 'Le Femme Soleil'
£8

Languedoc, France 2024

La Stoppa, Malvasia 'Costabosco'
£9

Emilia Romagna, Italy 2024

Maison Stephan, 'Le Grand Blanc'
£9

N Rhone, France 2023

Cassiopee, Bourgogne Aligote 'Mitancherie'
£10

Burgundy, France 2022

Koehler-Ruprecht, Riesling Spatlese Trocken 'Kallstadter Saumagen'
£10

Pfalz, Germany 2020

P Menard, Anjou 'Clos Des Mailles'
£11

Loire, France 2023

Les Horees, Bourgogne Blanc 'Aganippe'
£14

Burgundy, France 2023

Sparkling

Wines By The Glass

Can Sumoi, Montonega 'Ancestral'
£11

Catalonia, Spain 2024

Langham Estate, Brut 'Culver Classic Cuvee'
£14

Dorset, England NV

M Gonet, Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs '3 Terroirs'
£19

Champagne, France 2020

Aperitif

Wines By The Glass

Tetramythos, Retsina 'Natur'
£6

Peloponnese, Greece 2025

Maestro Sierra, Oloroso
£9

Jerez, Spain NV

Tradicion, Fino
£11

Jerez, Spain NV

DESSERT MENU

11th June 2026

Loquat Tart
£12
Paris Brest
£12
Chocolate & Coffee Mousse
£12
Strawberry & Champagne Sorbet
£6
Chartreuse Ice Cream
£6
Cheese Plate
£16

Formai du Mut*, Yr Afr*, Cashel Blue

BAR MENU

11th June 2026

Bread & Butter
£6
Olives
£6
Salted Marcona Almonds
£6
Comte Beignets & Pickled Walnut Ketchup
£3.50
Ortiz Anchovies
£16
Achill Rock Oysters
£5
Senorio Iberico Bellota Paleta D.O.P
£24
Mortadella
£16
Tomato Tonnato
£12
Summer Leaf Salad
£10
Duck & Pork Rillettes
£16
Potted Shrimp & Toast
£17
Roast Turbot Head & Scallop Roe Butter
£14
Toulouse Sausage, Mash & Mustard
£18
Cheese Plate
£16

Formai du Mut*, Yr Afr*, Cashel Blue

Spirits

Chartreuse, Liqueur 'Verte'
£7

Savoie, France NV 700ml

Louis Roque, Liqueur 'La Vieille Prune'
£7

South West, France NV 700ml

Chateau de Lacquy, Bas Armagnac VSOP '7 ans'
£8

Armagnac, France NV 700ml

J Fremont, Calvados Reserve
£9

Normandy, France NV 500ml

Roulot, Liqueur d'Abricot
£9

Burgundy, France NV 500ml

Couprie, Cognac XO 'Tres Vieille Reserve'
£11

Cognac, France 700ml

Cassiopee, Eau de Vie 'Calcaire'
£22

Burgundy, France 2021 500ml

Army & Navy Stores, Vintage
£47

Cognac, France 1953 700ml

Hine, Liqueur Brandy
£56

Cognac, France 1914

Roulot, Eau de Vie 'Tessons - Nº7'
£60

Burgundy, France 2018 500ml

A Rousseau, Marc de Bourgogne
£64

Burgundy, France 1976 700ml

Classical French dish prepared at Otto's Holborn

Otto's Holborn

Otto's preserves a kind of classical French restaurant theatre that has become rare in London. The compact room, formal service and tableside carving give lunch or dinner a sense of ceremony. Signature preparations include pressed duck and pressed lobster, while the wider repertoire can run to Anjou pigeon, Poulet de Bresse, Tournedos Rossini, soufflés and crêpes finished with flame. Sauces and technique matter here, and the cooking embraces richness with confidence rather than chasing whatever happens to be fashionable.

This is an especially clear special-occasion choice, best for diners who enjoy tradition and are happy to make an evening of it. Major pressed dishes require planning and may need to be ordered in advance, so contact the restaurant before booking around one. A shorter meal can still show the kitchen's character through a carefully chosen starter, a classical main and dessert. Expect a higher spend and a slower rhythm than at the neighbourhood's casual restaurants. In return, Otto's offers personality, skill and a level of tableside attention that is difficult to reproduce elsewhere.

Address: 182 Gray's Inn Road, London WC1X 8EW

Otto's Holborn Menu

Entrées

Iman Bayildi
£16

Spiced Roast Aubergine, Olive Oil, Mint and Coriander, Red Pepper and Crème Fraiche d’Isigny

Soufflé aux Fromages de Chèvre et Fourme d’Ambert
£18.50

Double Baked Goats’ Cheese Soufflé and Cheese Sauce

Timbale de Crabe et Avocat aux Pommes Fruits
£26

Handpicked White Crab Meat and Avocado

Cuisses de Grenouilles Frites, Risotto à la Provençale
£28

Tempura of Frogs Legs, Provençale Risotto

Croustillant d’Escargots et Crevettes
£29

Vol au Vent of Six large Burgundian Snails Marinated in Chablis and Parsley. Sauteed Shelled King Prawns

Ballotine de Foie Gras, Marmelade des Raisins
£27.50

Foie Gras Paté, House Preserved Grape Jam, Toasted Brioche

St Jacques et Crevette en croute, Bisque de Homard
£29

King Scallops and shelled King Prawn, Lobster Bisque

Suprême de Pigeon d’Anjou, Champignons Sauvages, Sauce à la Truffe
£35

Sauteed Breast of Squab Anjou Pigeon, Sauteed Wild Mushrooms, Truffle Sauce

Saumon d’Ecosse Fumé, Coupé à la Minute, Garniture Traditionnelle
£25

Scottish Smoked Salmon, Traditional Garnish

Fromage

Selection of Mature Cheeses 3 Pieces
£18.50

Roquefort Carles – Ewe’s Milk, Aveyron 18 Months Aged Comté – Cow’s Milk, Jura Mothais-Sur-Feuille – Goat’s Cheese, Poitou-Charentes

COGNAC

Remy Martin VSOP
£9
Commandon VSOP
£11
Couprie XO Tres Vieille Reserve
£16
Remy Martin XO
£26
Couprie Hors d’Age 40 years
£28
Paul Giraud 1er Cru Très Rare
£32

CALVADOS PAYS D’AUGE

Jehan Foucart Hors d’Age
£12
Pere Magloire XO
£16
Morin 25 ANS Napoleon
£20
Michel Huard 20 Years
£28
Dupont 1988
£32
Morin 1973
£34
Lemorton 1955
£75

BAS -ARMAGNAC

Château de Lacquy Vin de Liqueur
£9
Château de Lacquy VSOP from Magnum
£10
Single de Samalens 12 Year
£11
Dartigalongue 1979
£28
Armagnac de Montal 1966
£40
Michel Faure 1962
£62

Café et Thé

Americano
£4.95
Espresso
£3.95
Double Espresso
£4.95
Cappuccino / Latte
£4.95
English Breakfast, Earl Grey
£4.95
Jasmine Pearl
£5.95
Lemon Verbena
£5.95

SWEET WINES

Carmes De Rieussec 2020
£17.50

Sauternes, Bordeaux, France £17.50 £99.00 (75CL)

Coteaux du Layon 1er Cru ’Chaume’ 2014
£40

Domaine Michel Blouin, Loire, France £40.00 (37.5cl)

Muscat de Beaumes de Venise 2022
£44

Domaine de Durban, Rhône £44.00 (37.5cl)

Lieutenant de Sigalas Rabaud 2009
£67

Château Sigalas Rabaud, Sauternes, France £67.00 (37.5cl)

Gewurztraminer Vendage Tardive 2015
£85

Hugel, Alsace, France £85.00 (37.5cl)

Château Suduiraut 2006
£127

1er Grand Cru Classé, Sauternes £127.00 (37.5cl)

Riesling Auslese ‘Bernkasteler Lay’ 2020
£19

Joh. Jos. Prüm, Mosel, Germany £19.00 £130.00 (75cl)

Château Suduiraut 2009
£242

1er Grand Cru Classé, Sauternes £242.00 (75cl)

Château Climens 2001
£600

1er Grand Cru Classé, Sauternes £600.00 (75cl)

Château Doisy Vedrines 1961
£655

2eme Cru Classe Sauternes £655.00 (37.5cl)

Vouvray Moelleux Reserve 2011
£1,100

Domaine du Clos Naudin, Philippe Foreau £1100.00 (75CL)

Château d’Yquem 2001
£930

1 er Cru Classe, Sauternes £930.00 (37.5cl)

Château d’Yquem 2005
£1,500

1 er Cru Classe, Sauternes £1500.00 (75cl)

Pâtisseries

Soufflé au Grand Marnier
£14.50

Grand Marnier Souffle, Raspberry Coulis

Tarte Tatin
£16

Tarte Tatin, Vanilla Ice Cream

Baba au Rhum, Crème Chantilly
£18.50

Rum Baba, Chantilly Cream

Petit Pot au Chocolat Riche
£15

Rich Chocolate Pot, Coconut Ice Cream

Pot au Citron
£14

Lemon Posset, Almond Biscuit

Otto’s Warhol Banana
£19.50

Banana baked ‘en papillote’ with Rum, Thick Custard and Banana Split Ice Cream

La Boule de Glaces et Sorbets
£6

Ice Cream – Banana Split, Vanilla Sorbet – Raspberry, Lemon, Coconut

MADEIRA GLASS (100ML)

Blandy’s Sercial 10 Years Old (Dry)
£12

£12.00 £59.00 (50cl)

Blandy’s Malmsey 15 Years Old (Sweet)
£16

£16.00 £76.00 (50cl)

Plats

Vol au Vent aux Oeufs de Caille et Champignons, Jeunes Légumes
£29

Vol au Vents, Soft-Boiled Quail Eggs, Mixed Mushrooms, Hollandaise and Baby Vegetables

Tourte de Bifteck, Essence de Poulet de Bresse
£58

Meat Pie of Simmental Beef Fillet, Sirloin and Rib Eye Steak and Rack of Lamb, Sauteed Wild Mushrooms, Bresse Chicken Essence

Caille de Bresse en Robe Rotie, Farce au Foie Gras
£45

Boned and roasted Quail dressed in puff pastry, Foie Gras stuffing, Red Wine and Mushroom Sauce

Filet de Cabillaud à la Persillade
£40

Roast Fillet of Cod, Butternut Squash, confit fennel, Parsley Sauce

Sole de Douvres Meunière
£65

Dover Sole Meunière, Seasonal Vegetables

Sandwich de Homard d’Ecosse, Bisque de Homard
£90

Scottish Lobster Sandwich, Baked Lobster Bisque

Mignons et Gallette de Veau de Lait de Normandie aux Morilles
£55

Normandy Milk Fed Veal medallions and pattie, Morel Mushroom sauce

Pied de Cochon à la Tante Claire
£67

Fully Boned Pig’s Trotter Stuffed with Veal Sweetbread, Morel Mushroom Sauce

300g de Filet de Bœuf Rossini, Fondant de Cèleri-Rave, Sauce Périgord
£90

Prime Cut Fillet Rossini, Two Seared Escalopes of Duck Foie Gras, Truffle Sauce

Tartare de Bœuf d’Ecosse, Pomme Fondante
£47

Traditional Tartare of Hand Cut Scottish Beef Fillet - Prepared at the Table

OTTO’S ULTIMATE STEAK TARTARE, SEARED ESCALOPES OF FOIE GRAS, 30G OSCIETRA CAVIAR
£180

Pommes Soufflées and Perigord Sauce

CARRE D’AGNEAU ROTI FOR TWO
£130

Roast Boned Best End of Welsh Lamb, Herb Crust, Dauphinoise Potato, Green Beans, Jus

POULET DE BRESSE ROTI
£190

Whole Roast Bresse Chicken

PORT

Graham’s 2019 LBV
£9.50

£9.50 £62.00 (75cl)

Graham’s 20 Years Old Tawny Port
£16.50

£16.50 £115.00 (75cl)

SWEET WINES BY THE GLASS

Riesling Auslese ‘Bernkasteler Lay’ 2020
£19

Joh. Jos. Prüm, Mosel, Germany £19.00 £130.00 (75cl)

Carmes de Rieussec 2020
£17.50

Sauternes, Bordeaux, France £17.50 £99.00 (75cl)

POULET DE BRESSE ‘DEMI DEUIL’ EN VESSIE

POULET DE BRESSE ‘DEMI DEUIL’ EN VESSIE
£290

La Grande Bouffe

La Grande Bouffe
£500

HOMARD A LA PRESSE

Homard à la Presse
£250

PIGEON D’ANJOU AU SANG A LA PRESSE

Pigeon d’Anjou au Sang à la Presse
£240

Apéritif

Cocktail Maison - Bellini
£20

Classic Champagne cocktail

Glass of Champagne / Kir Royale
£18.50
Kir Vin Blanc
£10
Meteor Bière
£6.50
Negroni Classic
£16
Riesling Auslese 2020, J.J. Prüm (sweet)
£23
Negroni Sbagliato
£20

EAU DE VIE

La Vieille Prune Louis Roque
£10
Poire Williams
£10
Mirabelle Louis Roque
£10
Grappa di Bassano
£10
Château Lacquy Folle Blanche
£12
Wild Kirsch No. 1 Ziegler
£20
Okonomiyaki cooking on the hotplate at Abeno

Abeno

Abeno has specialised in okonomiyaki since 1993, and its Museum Street dining room remains one of the area's most distinctive Japanese meals. Staff cook the savoury pancakes on the hotplate at the table, layering cabbage-based batter with chosen fillings before adding sauce and toppings. The process creates crisp edges, a tender centre and a satisfying contrast of sweet, savoury and smoky flavours. Yaki-gyoza, noodles and smaller seasonal dishes round out the menu, but the house speciality deserves to remain the centrepiece.

The tableside cooking makes Abeno a fine choice after the British Museum, especially for two to four people who enjoy watching dinner take shape. Order one or two smaller dishes first, then compare okonomiyaki styles or fillings rather than crowding the hotplate. The restaurant publishes vegetarian and gluten-aware possibilities, but the shared cooking surface and kitchen require direct discussion for serious allergies or cross-contact concerns. Space is limited and the cooking takes time, so book when possible and treat the meal as an experience rather than a quick refuelling stop.

Address: 47 Museum Street, London WC1A 1LY

Abeno Menu

Appetisers

Miso Soup

A blend of 4 types of miso with seaweed, and spring onions.

Vegan Gluten Free
£3.50
Wakame Kyuri-su

Seaweed and cucumber marinated in a sweet vinegar dressing.

Vegan
£5.50
Kari-kari Renkon

Deep-fried lotus root chips with Cornish sea salt.

Vegan Gluten Free
£5.90
Edamame

Steamed soya beans sprinkled with Cornish sea salt.

Vegan Gluten Free
£4.90
Horenso Goma-ae

Spinach dressed with sesame sauce.

£5.90
Hiyayakko

Chilled tofu topped with ginger, spring onion and soy sauce.

Vegetarian Vegan
£5.90
Agedashi Tofu

Deep-fried tofu in hot tentsuyu sauce with grated daikon, ginger and spring onion.

Vegetarian
£6.90
Yaki Gyoza

Hand-wrapped-to-order dumplings with fresh prawn and seasonal vegetable filling, cooked in front of you at the hotplate.

£8.90
Tori Kara-age

Deep-fried marinated chicken.

£8.90
Ebi Itame

Stir-fried prawns with garlic butter and vegetables.

£10.90
Yaki Nasu

Grilled aubergine with sweet miso paste.

Vegetarian
£7.90

Okonomi-yaki

Savoury pancakes cooked at your table on the teppan.

Abeno Special

Squid, prawn, pork, bacon, cheese and mochi.

£18.90
Mochi Cheese

Pork, mochi rice cake and cheese.

£16.90
Gluten-Free Osaka

Gluten-free batter with pork, squid and prawn.

Gluten Free
£18.90
Plain

Cabbage, egg and batter only.

Vegetarian
£13.90
Beef

Beef and spring onion.

£17.90
Chicken

Chicken and sweetcorn.

£16.90
Seafood

Squid, prawn and salmon.

£18.90
Corn Cheese

Pork, sweetcorn and cheese.

£16.90
Kimchi

Pork, kimchi and spring onion.

£16.90
Osaka

Pork, squid and prawn.

£16.90
London

Pork, bacon, cheddar cheese & salmon.

£18.90
Vegetarian Modern

Seasonal vegetables, cheese, egg and yakisoba noodles instead of meat and seafood.

Vegetarian
£16.90
Vegetarian Osaka

Seasonal vegetables, cheese and egg instead of meat and seafood.

Vegetarian
£15.90
Modern

Pork, squid and yakisoba noodles.

£17.90
Hiroshima

Pork, squid, yakisoba noodles and fried egg.

£18.90
Tokyo

Pork and squid.

£15.90
Gluten-Free Vegetarian Osaka

Gluten-free batter with seasonal vegetables, cheese and egg instead of meat and seafood.

Vegetarian Gluten Free
£17.90

Yaki-soba & Om-soba

Yaki-soba Pork

Stir-fried noodles with pork and vegetables in our special sauce.

£14.90
Yaki-soba Chicken

Stir-fried noodles with chicken and vegetables in our special sauce.

£14.90
Yaki-soba Seafood

Stir-fried noodles with squid, prawn and vegetables in our special sauce.

£15.90
Yaki-soba Vegetarian

Stir-fried noodles with seasonal vegetables in our special sauce.

Vegetarian
£14.90
Om-soba Pork

Fried noodles wrapped in an omelette with pork and vegetables.

£16.90
Om-soba Chicken

Fried noodles wrapped in an omelette with chicken and vegetables.

£16.90
Om-soba Seafood

Fried noodles wrapped in an omelette with squid, prawn and vegetables.

£17.90
Om-soba Vegetarian

Fried noodles wrapped in an omelette with seasonal vegetables.

Vegetarian
£16.90

Teppan-yaki

Salmon Teppan-yaki

Fresh salmon fillet grilled on the teppan with vegetables.

£19.90
Steak Teppan-yaki

Prime beef steak grilled on the teppan with vegetables.

£24.90
Chicken Teppan-yaki

Chicken breast grilled on the teppan with vegetables.

£18.90

Rice & Side Dishes

Rice

Steamed Japanese white rice.

£3.50
Garlic Rice

Fried rice with garlic and spring onion.

£5.50
Kimchi

Spicy fermented Chinese cabbage.

£4.50

Desserts

Matcha Ice Cream

Homemade green tea ice cream with sweet red beans.

£6.50
Vanilla Ice Cream

Creamy vanilla ice cream.

£5.50
Hot Apple Cake

Apple cake cooked at your table on the teppan, served with ice cream.

£8.90
Thin Roman-style pizzas at Pizza Union Holborn

Pizza Union Holborn

Pizza Union is designed around thin, crisp Roman-style pizzas baked at speed. Order at the counter, find a place at the communal tables and expect the food to arrive without the ceremony of a full-service meal. A Margherita or Marinara shows the base and tomato sauce clearly, while meat, cheese and vegetable combinations offer more substantial choices. The format is simple, but it works because the pizza stays the focus: a blistered crust, a light structure and toppings that do not overwhelm every slice.

Its New Oxford Street branch is ideal before the theatre, between museum stops or when a mixed group needs an affordable meal without a long wait. One pizza per person is the straightforward order, with a salad for the table if you want something fresh. Finish with a filled dolce ring or gelato if time allows. The room can be busy and sociable, so it suits an energetic catch-up better than a private conversation. Check the latest menu for dietary options and current prices before travelling.

Address: 1 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1LW

Pizza Union Holborn Menu

Pizza

Margherita
£7.45

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Basil

Marinara
£4.95

Tomato sauce, Garlic oil, Oregano, Basil

Bianca
£5.95

Mozzarella, Rosemary, Garlic Oil

Funghi
£8.45

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Mushrooms, Thyme

Fiorentina
£9

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Egg, Fresh spinach

Giardino
£10

Tomato Sauce . Mozzarella . Mixed Peppers . Mushrooms . Onions

Formaggi
£9

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Mascarpone, Gorgonzola

Regina
£10

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ham, Mushrooms, Black olives

Tropicali
£9

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Ham, Pineapple, Oregano

Vesuvio
£9

Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Jalapeno Peppers

Pepperoni
£9.45

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Double pepperoni

Calabria
£9.45

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Mascarpone, Nduja spicy sausage, Rocket

Carne
£10.45

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Chicken, Ham, Pepperoni, Onions, Rosemary

Pollo
£9.45

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Chicken, Mixed peppers, Thyme

Napoli
£9

Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Anchovies, Black Olives

Salad

Rucola
£4.20

Rocket, Parmesan

Verdura
£4.75

Mixed leaves, Mushrooms, Black Olives, Parmesan

Campagna
£5.95

Mixed leaves, Chicken, Onions, Oregano, Parmesan

Savoury

Dip Garlic Herb
£1
Dip Hot Chilli
£1
Dip Hot Honey
£1
Taralli
£1.80
Mixed Olives
£3.55

Sweet

Pistachio Gelato
£4.75

100 ml pots.

Dark Chocolate Sorbet
£4.75

100 ml pots.

Sea Salted Gelato
£4.75

100 ml pots.

Vanilla Gelato
£4.75

100 ml pots.

Raspberry Sorbet
£4.75
Sicilian Cannoli Chocolate
£1.20
Sicilian Cannoli Pistachio
£1.20

Soft Drink

Sparkling Water
£2.30

500ml Bottle

San Pelligrino Limonata
£2.30

330ml can.

San Pelligrino Rossa
£2.30

330ml can.

Still Water
£2.30

500ml Bottle

Coke
£2.30

330ml can.

Diet Coke
£2.30

330ml can.

Beer

Wine Bottle Red
£16.95

750ml bottle.

Moretti 330ml
£4.50

330ml bottle.

Moretti 660ml
£6.50

660ml bottle.

Beer - Moretti 0%
£3.50

Wine

Prosecco Bottle
£21.95

750ml bottle.

Wine Bottle White
£16.95

750ml bottle.

Hand-pulled biangbiang noodles at Master Wei Xi'an

Master Wei Xi'an

Chef Guirong Wei's restaurant introduces the flavours of Xi'an through noodles, dumplings and punchy cold dishes. Broad biangbiang noodles are the signature: their chewy folds catch chilli oil, spice and savoury sauces in a way that thinner noodles cannot. Liang pi offers a cooler, springier contrast, while smashed cucumber, shredded chicken and dumplings help a table explore different temperatures and textures. Lamb and beef preparations bring the warmth associated with Shaanxi cooking, and noodle soups provide a gentler route into the menu.

Master Wei is at its best when two or more people share. Begin with a cold vegetable or chicken dish, add dumplings, then choose contrasting noodle bowls rather than duplicating sauces. Chilli is central to several recipes but does not have to dominate the meal; ask for guidance if you prefer aromatic spice to raw heat. The Cosmo Place dining room is casual and well suited to lunch, an early dinner or a food-focused catch-up. Noodles can soften as they sit, so start eating while they are glossy, hot and at their most elastic.

Address: 13 Cosmo Place, London WC1N 3AP

Master Wei Xi'an Menu

Cold Starter

Boneless Chicken in Ginger sauce 姜汁豉油
£8.30

Served on bamboo shoots with sesame seeds, soya sauce and chilli oil.

Hand-shredded Chicken in Special Spicy sauce 西安手撕鸡
£8.30

With green,red peppers, cucumber, spring onion and bean sprout.

Xi’An Spicy sliced beef 西安拌牛肉
£8.30

Served on cucumber bits, coriander with Sesame oil

Gluten salad 凉拌面筋
£7.20
Cloud Ear Fungus with Coriander (Spicy) 爽口木耳
£7.20

Slippery black wood mushrooms with chilli.

Smacked Cucumber (Spicy )凉拌黄瓜
£7.20

with garlic, sesame sauce and chilli oil.

Sliced Potato Salad 炝拌土豆丝
£7.20

With green and red pepper

Kelp seaweed 海带丝
£3.60
Edamame Beans毛豆
£3.60
Spicy pig’s ears with cucumber凉拌猪耳
£8.30
Pig’s Tripe Slivers in chef special chill oil风味肚丝
£8.30
Xi’an Spicy Sliced Pork Knuckle in chef special sauce凉拌肘花
£8.30
Cold Beef Tendon in spicy sauce凉拌牛筋
£8.30
Xi’an bean curd skin 西安刷豆皮
£7.20
Xi’an refreshing taro 西安爽口魔芋
£8.20

Hot Starter

Chicken Spring Roll 酥炸鸡丝春卷
£6.80

Deep Fried Assorted vegetables, carrots, vermicelli and chicken.

Vegetarian Spring Roll 酥炸素春卷
£6.50

Deep Fried Assorted vegetables

Salt and Pepper Squid 椒盐鱿鱼
£9.80

Baked onion ,green and red pepper.

Salt and Pepper Spare Ribs 椒盐排骨
£7.90

Baked onion, green and red pepper.

Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs with sesame糖醋排骨
£7.90
Xian Pulled Sweet Potato Balls 魏家红薯丸
£4.80

Xi’An Street Food

Xi’an Liang Pi in Traditional Sauce without Chicken 西安凉皮
£8.30

Cold-skin Noodles Served on cucumber, tofu, bean sprout with chilli oil

Xi’an Liang Pi in Sesame sauce without chicken 麻酱凉皮
£8.30

Cold-skin Noodles Served on cucumber, tofu, bean sprout.

Fried Chicken and Mushroom Dumpling 鸡肉锅贴
£7.80
Fried Pork and Seaweed Dumpling 三鲜锅贴
£7.80
Xi’an Stewed Pork Burger 腊汁肉夹馍
£6.30
Spicy Cumin Beef Burger 孜然牛肉夹馍
£6.30
Steamed Pork and Vegetable Dumpling 沾汁水饺
£6.80

Served with chef special sauce.

Steamed vegetable Dumpling 沾汁素水饺
£6.80

Served with chef special sauce

Spicy and Sour Pork Dumplings in soup 酸汤水饺
£6.80
Won-Tun in chicken soup 鸡汤云吞
£7.90

Homemade won-tun with Pork and Dried Shrimp

Sweet Potato Noodles in Hot and Sour Soup 酸辣粉
£8.20

Soups

Chicken and Sweet Corn Soup 鸡米汤
£4.90
Tomato and Egg soup 西红柿鸡蛋汤
£4.90
Vermicelli Noodles and seaweed soup 紫菜粉丝汤
£4.90
Hot and Sour soup 酸辣汤
£4.90

Noodles

Vegetarian BiangBiang Noodles魏家油泼面
£9.60

Hand-Ripped Noodles in chef special chilli sauce.

Beef BiangBiang Noodles 牛肉油泼面
£11.30

Hand-Ripped Noodles mixed with chunks of lean beef in special Spicy sauce.

Pork BiangBiang Noodles with Tomato & Egg Sauce and Chilli oil 三合一油泼面
£12.30
Qi Shan Pork Hand-Pulled Noodles in Soup 岐山臊子汤面
£9.60

With braised pork and vegetables in Spicy Sour Soup

Qi Shan Pork Hand-Pulled Noodles in Spicy and Sour Sauce岐山干拌面
£9.60
Hand-Pulled Noodles with Pork mince and Vegetables 魏家炸酱面
£9.60
Chicken Hand-Pulled Noodles in xinjiang style (with bones and spicy) 新疆大盘鸡面 ( for One person ) 1人份
£11.30

Stir Fried with potato ,chilli in spicy sauce.

Chicken Hand-Pulled Noodles in xinjiang style (with bones and spicy) 新疆大盘鸡面 ( for Two people ) 2人份
£18.90

Stir Fried with potato ,chilli in spicy sauce.

Classic Beef Pao-Mo Soup 牛肉泡馍
£11.30

Homemade Bread boiled in beef broth with sliced beef

Tomato and Egg Hand-Pulled Noodles in Soup 西红柿鸡蛋面
£9.60
Wei’s hand-pulled noodles with minced beef and vegetables 魏家干拌牛肉面
£11.30
Hand-pulled Noodles with Sliced Pork Knuckle and Vegetable in soup 肘花面
£11.30
Xi’an special lamb hand-pulled fried noodles 西安特色羊肉炒面
£12.50
Xi’an special lamb hand-pulled noodles 西安特色羊肉拌面
£11.90

Others

Stir fried rice noodle Ho Fun with beef 牛肉炒河粉
£8.30
Special Fried Rice With Bacon 招牌炒饭
£7.50
Egg Fried Rice 蛋炒饭
£4.40
Sweet and Sour Pork 糖醋里脊
£8.80
Sweet and Sour Chicken 咕噜鸡
£8.80
Braised Beef with Rice 魏家牛肉饭
£8.80
Stir fried potato slivers with vinegar and chilli 酸辣土豆丝
£8.80
Stir fried Chinese green vegetable choi sum or pak choi ( with minced garlic or dried chilli) 清炒/蒜茸/炝炒菜心或白菜
£8.90
Steamed Rice 白米饭
£2.60

White Wines

Pinot Grigio, Provincia di Pavia, Ancora Italy
£4.80

Fresh, dry and delicate with gentle floral and citrus aromas, a perfect as a match for lighter dishes or on its own

Sauvignon Blanc, Pays d'Oc, Domaine Bergon France
£4.80

Fresh and green in character with soft fruit flavours of melon and peach, light and dry

Albariño, Rias Baixas, Morgadío, Spain
£27.50

An enticing nose of citrus and mango, supple and minerally on the palate with a hint of tropical fruit, finishing crisp and dry

Chablis, Moreau, France
£33.95

Classic unoaked Chardonnay, firm and dry with a distinctive minerally character

Rosé Wines

Pinot Grigio Rosé Ancora ~ Italy
£4.80

Fresh, dry, and crammed with summer fruit flavours, good also as an aperitif and on its own

Red Wines

Merlot, Pays d'Oc, Domaine Bergon France
£4.80

Soft, easy drinking with juicy plum and spice fruit and the warmth of character typical of the Languedoc

Rioja Crianza, Bodegas Muriel, Spain
£5.40

Very harmonious, medium weight Tempranillo with attractive oaky character

Château Montaiguillon, Montagne St. Emilion France
£28.95

Rich and smooth, plummy Merlot with plenty of length and good structure

Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Pierre Amadieu, France
£34.95

Wonderfully rich and warming, with intense and lingering flavours of black fruits, mint and liquorice from hand-harvested Grenache & Syrah

Sake

Sake, Sawanotsuru ~ Japan
£11.95

18cl

Sparkling Wine

Prosecco, Zonin
£8.95

200ml bottle

Beer & Cider

Cobra Draught 4.3%
£2.90

½ pint £2.90 pint £5.10

Tsing Tao 4.8%
£4.10

330ml bottle

Magners Cider 4.5%
£3.30

330ml bottle

Spirits & Liqueurs

Gordon Gin
£3.90

25ml plus mixers

Smirnoff Vodka
£3.90

25ml plus mixers

Bacardi
£3.90

25ml plus mixers

Johnnie Walker Black Label
£3.90

25ml plus mixers

Jack Daniels
£3.90

25ml plus mixers

Jameson’s
£3.90

25ml plus mixers

Glenmorangie
£4.10

25ml plus mixers

Remy Martin VSOP
£5.10

25ml plus mixers

Chinese Liqueur ⊏ሿⲭ 300ml
£14.80

with Soft Drinks Extra 90p

Soft Drinks

Coke / Diet Coke / Sprite / Fanta
£2.50
Chinese Herbal Tea ࣐ཊᇍ
£2.80
Chinese Plum Juice 䞨ẵ⊔ 500ml
£2.80
Chinese Ice Green Tea ߠ㔯㥦 500ml
£2.80
Aloe Vera Juice 㣖㦏≱ 500ml
£2.90
Orange Juice ₉≱
£2.40
Apple Juice 㤩᷌≱
£2.40
Coconut Milk ὠྦ
£2.60
Mineral Water, Still or Sparkling 33cl
£2.30

Hot Drinks

Chinese Jasmine Tea 㤹㦹㣡㥦
£1.90

per person

Chinese Black Tea Პ⍡㥦
£1.90

per person

Soya Milk 䉶⍶
£2.20
Red Dates Tea With Honey 㓒ᷓ㥦
£2.40
Honey Pomelo Tea 㴲㵌Ḋᆀ㥦
£2.40

Bar Special

Girls Power Mojito
£6.90

White Rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, mint, soda.

Classic Martini
£6.90

Dry gin, dry Vermouth, green olives.

Pink Tulip 㖾Ӫ
£3.20

Aloe vera juice, watermelon, mint.

Ice Lime 䶂Ḑߠ
£3.20

Mint, freshly squeezed lime juice, soda.

Lemon Yakult Ḑ⃜ޫҀཊ
£3.20

Yakulk yogurt, lemon juice and sprite.

Ice Salty Tea ૨ḐḂ
£2.50
Ice Pomelo Tea ߠ䭷Ḋᆀ㥦
£2.50
Ice Jujube Tea ߠ䭷㓒ᷓ㥦
£2.50

Final Thoughts

Bloomsbury and Holborn's best restaurants succeed for very different reasons. Colonel Saab delivers the broadest sense of occasion, Faros is a flexible Mediterranean crowd-pleaser, and Uzumaki turns ramen into a lively themed night out. North Sea Fish Restaurant and Abeno reward diners who want a clear speciality, while Noble Rot and Otto's are better when the meal itself is the evening's main event. Pizza Union handles the quick-stop brief, and Master Wei offers some of the area's most characterful comfort food.

Choose by occasion first, then use the live menus below each entry to confirm today's dishes and prices. Booking is wise for smaller rooms, weekends and destination meals, while the casual venues can often absorb more spontaneous plans. Wherever you go, verify opening hours and dietary requirements directly before travelling. With that small amount of preparation, this compact part of central London can cover a remarkable range of meals without sending you far from its museums, offices, gardens and theatres.