Restaurants near Central School of Speech and Drama

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A photo of Carluccio’s – Marriott Regents Park restaurant

1. Carluccio’s – Marriott Regents Park

4.4

Awesome(67)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Belsize Park

Booked 3 times today

Only a short walk from Swiss Cottage underground station and Regent’s Park, we are conveniently located less than a 5 minute walk away from the Odeon Cinema, so you can enjoy a bite to eat before or after a film or the ideal place to treat yourself to a meal after a day of exploring London Zoo.We’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday to Sunday, offering a broad range of classic Italian food. On top of that, our menu also caters for vegetarians/vegans and those who are following a gluten free diet.

2. Terra Moderna

4.7

Exceptional(118)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Belsize Park

Booked 8 times today

Terra Moderna is an Antipodean, Modern Italian restaurant in Belsize Park. Open daily for lunch and dinner, the restaurant brings a combined taste of Italy and Australia to London. Terra Moderna's menu is carefully crafted to balance the flavours of Italian and Antipodean cooking. The restaurant take pride in their commitment of using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. With Antipodean cuisine being a main influence, the menu features an array of seafood, meat and plant-based produce, with an emphasis on bold flavours and vibrant colours. The Terra Moderna team are dedicated to providing our guests with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, creating the perfect retreat for all occasions.

A photo of The Ivy St John's Wood restaurant

3. The Ivy St John's Wood

4.2

Awesome(4007)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • St John's Wood

Booked 36 times today

The Ivy Café presents a relaxed yet stylish dining experience offering an accessible all-day menu in a friendly, neighbourly environment.

4. The Clifton NW8

4.6

Exceptional(467)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • St John's Wood

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to The Clifton, we look forward to serving you. All the food served at The Clifton is freshly prepared and made with beautiful seasonal ingredients. There’s truly something for everyone on the menu, from bar snacks and kids’ dishes, to our famous Sunday roasts. Plus, you can rest assured that everything on the menu is sampled, and the suppliers are personally vouched for, by Ben, Ed and Adam – a tough job, but someone has to do all that tasting!

5. Gaucho Hampstead

4.7

Exceptional(2429)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Swiss Cottage

Booked 31 times today

This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Nestled in the heart of Hampstead Village, surrounded by charming alleyways and beautifully preserved Georgian buildings, Gaucho Hampstead offers a welcoming retreat in North London.One of the highlights of the restaurant is our stunning courtyard terrace, complete with a traditional Asado fire pit—ideal for summer barbecues and cozy winter evenings, where guests can enjoy delicious food while staying warm under blankets.

6. Morso Abbey Road

4.8

Exceptional(695)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Maida Vale

Booked 9 times today

Morso is a modern community-centred restaurant and bar, serving hand-crafted fresh pasta and small plates of Italian bites alongside innovative Grappa-based cocktails. We take inspiration from Italian tradition but give all of our dishes a Morso twist. All of our food is served in small portions allowing our guests to discover a variety of styles in one meal. On the bar front, we chose Grappa as our champion spirit. Distilled from wine pomace, Grappa is a superlative drink and highly versatile. We use it in all of our cocktails, revisiting some old classics, alongside our own house-potions. We invite you all to join us for a meal and to take part in the #grapparevolution

A photo of DRUNCH Regent's Park restaurant

7. DRUNCH Regent's Park

4.2

Awesome(474)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • St John's Wood

Booked 9 times today

Drunch Regent’s Park is a restaurant-style eatery and bar situated close to the heart of St John’s Wood, which serves brunch from 11am - 16:30pm and a la carte from 16:30pm - 22:30pm. Formerly The Star public house the building been transformed with sleek interiors, stylish fittings and a few quirky touches that our guests have come to expect when they enjoy good times at Drunch. We have created four zones in the building – a relaxed lounge complete with sofas and a fireplace; a secluded restaurant; a casual bar; and a private wisteria-draped garden where guests can enjoy al fresco dining & drinks .We have a selection of board games for our guests to enjoy including backgammon, cards, monopoly, and chess. While Bobby the Bear (our ever popular mascot and one of Instagram’s favourite bears) is on hand for a photo or just to ensure you’re never alone at Drunch.You cannot book a Shisha table from this webpage as we operate on walk in.Dogs are allowed don our terrace only.

A photo of Yaki Ya - Finchley Road Branch restaurant

8. Yaki Ya - Finchley Road Branch

4.7

Exceptional(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Hampstead

Since 2019, Yaki Ya! has served vibrant Japanese street food, starting at Bang Bang Oriental Food Hall and now expanding to Finchley Road, London. Honoured to be named North London’s Restaurant of the Year by ARTA, Yaki Ya! believes food is more than fuel – it’s an experience. Our Chicken Katsu Curry is iconic, with crispy, golden panko-coated chicken in savoury curry sauce. Tantalizing Fusionend Ramen Soup that’s a party in your mouth. Love street food classics? Try our crispy Takoyaki, perfect for sharing (or not!), and our Tiger Prawn Tempura – golden and addictive. For noodle lovers, Yakisoba and Udon are loaded with flavours that bring joy to every bite.Our entire menu is HALAL and created with bold, unforgettable flavours. Finchley Road’s ambiance is warm and stylish, with wood-panelled walls, chic benches, and pendant lighting creating a cosy space.Join us at Yaki Ya! Finchley Road – we promise you’ll leave with a happy heart and full stomach. See you soon!

9. L'Aventure

4.8

Exceptional(335)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • St John's Wood

Booked 4 times today

Few restaurants can equal the ultra-"cute" charm or longevity of this St John's Wood "CLASSIC",run by chef- Patronne Catherine Parisot

10. Maido Sushi

4.7

Exceptional(78)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • St John's Wood

Booked 12 times today

Experience the quality of fine dining in a casual setting. Maido is a relaxed all-day restaurant and food to go concept located a short distance from London’s West End. Our aim is to make premium and authentic Japanese inspired cuisine accessible to all in a modern and relaxed atmosphere.

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Jenny
London •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We were a group of ten friends at the Ivy last night. All the staff were so friendly and very attentive. The cocktails came quickly and were all good and the food the same. We couldn't fault the service or the ambience and we loved the decor throughout, although going to the ladies was a little cold. We are all looking forward to going again, so easily accessible from St John's Wood station on the Jubilee line. Well done Ivy, Manager and Staff, especially our pleasant waiter.
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The Ivy St John's WoodPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• St John's Wood
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4.2
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Tim
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful food, great atmosphere, highly recommended
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The ParakeetPrice: Very Expensive• Gastro Pub• Kentish Town
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4.8
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Toni
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
Excellent food options even for the not steak eaters. Great wine and tables nicely spaced for a business lunch for 4 people.
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Gaucho HampsteadPrice: Expensive• Steak• Swiss Cottage
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4.7
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CharlesVIP
London •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Feb 2025
Excellent food and lovely relaxed atmosphere. Very friendly staff.
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Terra ModernaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Belsize Park
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4.7
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Emmanuel
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Feb 2025
It was a great experience. Went with my girlfriend for a date, it was amazing
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Carluccio’s – Marriott Regents ParkPrice: Moderate• Italian• Belsize Park
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4.4

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