Best Casual Restaurants in Charing Cross

496 restaurants available nearby

1. Ivy Market Grill

4.2

Awesome(18649)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Covent Garden

Booked 223 times today

Sibling of the classic Modern European eatery offering walk-in seats in a polished, elegant space.

2. Happy

4.3

Awesome(4306)

Price: Moderate

• European • Leicester Square

Booked 96 times today

A family-friendly casual dining group with over 40 sites across Europe. Located at the heart of London, you can’t miss our bright and beautiful flagship restaurant in Piccadilly Circus, London. Happy London was proud to win Best Restaurant in London and Best Hospitality Team in the UK at the British Restaurant Awards.For bookings of 6 or more, please email bookings@happyrestaurants.com

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3. Tandoor Chop House at Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(2424)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Covent Garden

Booked 37 times today

Tandoor Chop House is the meeting of a North Indian communal eatery and a classic British chop house. It brings together the characteristics of these two traditional restaurants. the tandoor ovens, Indian spices and marinades, select prime cuts of meat, and buzzing atmosphere. The result is a place diners can come to socialise over drinks and share plates of hearty, comforting food. *Please note that our chicken is halal.**Our Sunday Mighty Thali menu is only available on Sunday's from 12pm-4pm (last sitting at 3.30pm), regular menu Sunday 4pm-10pm.***Seating times may vary, but will never be more than a 2 hour sitting unless previously arranged.

4. Imperial Treasure

4.6

Exceptional(1068)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Piccadilly

Booked 35 times today

Since the establishment of our first restaurant in 2003, Imperial Treasure Restaurant Group has won the hearts of gourmands and casual diners alike. Today, the Group has about 24 restaurants under its name, as well as over 50 accolades.The 140-seat restaurant opens in a Grade II-listed building, serving the finest and most authentic iteration of the iconic dish and preserving the centuries-old methods of the Emperor’s imperial kitchen. It harbours an extensive list of well-curated wines, champagnes and sake. A cocktail bar will offer a list of Asian-inspired cocktails and a whisky collection.

5. Maxwell's

4.5

Awesome(5611)

Price: Moderate

• American • Covent Garden

Booked 33 times today

Visit Maxwell's Covent Garden, your ultimate dining destination since 1972! Enjoy a lively, welcoming atmosphere and a menu brimming with juicy burgers, sizzling fajitas, succulent steaks, fresh salads, and classic club sandwiches. Complement your meal with our expertly crafted cocktails, perfect for any occasion.Perfect for casual meals, pre-theatre dining, or birthday celebrations, Maxwell’s guarantees a memorable experience every time. Maxwell's is where great food, refreshing cocktails, and good times come together.Our restaurant, spread across two floors, also boasts terrace seating with outdoor heating. Whilst we love families, unfortunately we are unable to allow under 18s in the venue past 21:30.

6. Blind Spot London

4.5

Awesome(446)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Covent Garden

Booked 3 times today

Set behind the façade of a boutique tea counter and a secret golden hand-shaped handle is Blind Spot at St Martin's Lane. Blind Spot cocktail bar travels from harbour to harbour and gathers the world flavours into its new menu. From New Orleans to Sydney, through Venice, Kobe, Oaxaca and many more. Spin the globe and choose from our selection of destinations. Pair the carefully crafted drinks with nibbles from the same regions, and let us transport you to exotic places.Please note all members of the party must be aged 21 and over.

7. Paper Moon London

4.5

Awesome(119)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Charing Cross

Booked 18 times today

The iconic Italian restaurant arrives in London and is the first opening within the stunning OWO building. It offers elegant and traditional favourites from the original 1970s Milanese flagship, a private dining experience, the perfect spot for cocktails on the terrace or long, luxurious feasts in the main dining room.Grand surroundings and high end design are perfectly paired in a relaxed and welcoming environment that Paper Moon does better than anyone.At Paper Moon we aim to provide all our guests a relaxed and refined Italian dining experience and ask that those joining us dress in a smart casual for lunch and dinner.KIDS POLICY: Children are warmly welcomed for LUNCH *However, for DINNER after 8 pm, only children aged 12 and above are permitted, except on Sundays when kids of all ages are welcome throughout the day.*PET POLICY : Our outdoor seating is situated in the iconic courtyard of The OWO, where we also welcome our pet friends. Pets are not allowed inside the venue.

8. Farzi London

4.2

Awesome(1327)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Piccadilly

Booked 2 times today

Inquire about your group party bookings now! Farzi London is a Modern Indian Bistro serving cutting-edge, avant-garde Indian cuisine with a twist, contemporary dishes & global classics, with whimsical nods to traditional British favourites. We have a list of experimental cocktails with elevated flavours using the latest equipment; a centrifuge & an ultrasonic homogeniser - this includes our famous Smoked Indian Old Fashioned & Clarified Mango Cosmo.Enjoy your Farzi Favourites at home via Supper, Uber Eats or Deliveroo.Gift Vouchers - Treat yourself or a loved one to a memorable time at Farzi. Perfect gift for the Holidays!NOTE:Bookings with kids under the age of 12 will be sat on the lower level on Fridays and Saturdays.Dress Code - Smart/Casual - no hats,

9. Condesa

4.6

Exceptional(62)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Covent Garden

Booked 3 times today

Regularly attracting diners from all four corners of London, Condesa in Covent Garden is a Spanish- and Mexican-inspired tapas bar with real character. Perfectly located on Maiden Lane, Condesa’s eclectic food menu is bursting with fresh ingredients. From pork belly tacos and octopus ceviche to a fine selection of cheeses and cured meats, Condesa’s food is always of the highest quality. Drinks are also a big deal at this venue, with fine wines and mezcal-based cocktails to the fore. A perfect setting for an intimate dinner with a partner or a well-earned weekend feast with friends, Condesa’s vibrant atmosphere is sure to cast a spell on you. Popular for all the right reasons, reserving a table at Condesa today might just be the best decision you make all week.

10. La Goccia

4.4

Awesome(1519)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Covent Garden

Booked 1 time today

Petersham Nurseries interpretation of Italian ‘cichetti’ is showcased within La Goccia, a vibrant and accessible restaurant offering an extensive menu of small sharing plates. The emphasis on seasonality is key to the lunch and dinner menu that changes regularly. An open grill and a wood burning oven adds an element of drama and theatre to the ambiance, as food is prepared in front of diners. During spring and summer months, tables flow out on to Floral Court, giving diners the opportunity to eat and drink al fresco. La Goccia Bar has a lively and botanical atmosphere, serving nature inspired cocktails. A perfect meeting point which overlooks Floral Court, the interior reflects the ever-changing seasons and inspirational floral displays in the courtyard beyond.

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Amy
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We have been coming to this restaurant since we have been to Bulgaria, where we had our 1st experience to eat this kind of authentic foods. We loved coming and celebrating special occasions with family and friends. Food is amazing, staff are lovely overall it's always a HAPPY place to celebrate 🥳 🎉..keep it up HAPPY, for more people to come and be HAPPY 😊
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HappyPrice: Moderate• European• Leicester Square
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4.3
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HelenVIP
London •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A pleasant welcome and attentive staff greeted and served us. We waited a while to initially receive our drinks but then things improved. Wide selection of tasty food and excellent desserts
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Ivy Market GrillPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Covent Garden
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4.2
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Simon
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I've been coming to Maxwell's on and off since i was a teenager in the 1980s! As usual, this visit didn't disappoint...the food and service were excellent and the place always has a lively vibe. I popped in for a quick meal one my own today but will be returning with friends next month. Happy Christmas!
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Maxwell'sPrice: Moderate• American• Covent Garden
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4.5
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shamir
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very good food Vegetarian selection could be made better
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Imperial TreasurePrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Piccadilly
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4.6
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Ameesh
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 Dec 2024
I’ve now been to this restaurant several times and as always the food is super tasty. As soon as you walk in the smell is so flavorsome. My only disappointment is the much smaller portion of the honey chicken and we found it very loud in the restaurant. This was probably due to being in the middle of the room rather than being in a side booth. In saying that I will still visit again .
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Tandoor Chop House at Covent GardenPrice: Moderate• Indian• Covent Garden
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4.6

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496 restaurants available nearby

1. Ivy Market Grill

2. Happy

3. Tandoor Chop House at Covent Garden

4. Imperial Treasure

5. Maxwell's

6. Blind Spot London

7. Paper Moon London

8. Farzi London

9. Condesa

10. La Goccia

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