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Ekstedt at the Yard, London, London

Ekstedt at the Yard

4.7
4.7
606 Reviews
£41 and over
Nordic

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for fine wines
A warm welcome to Ekstedt at The Yard, located inside Great Scotland Yard Hotel.

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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Nordic, Scandinavian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 18:00–21:30 Sun 12:30–14:30 Dinner Fri, Sat 18:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    020 7925 4749
  • Website
    https://www.ekstedtattheyard.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Niklas Ekstedt
  • Location
    3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London, London SW1A 2HN
  • Area
    Westminster
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Embankment 5 min walk Charing Cross 3 min walk
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Immersive Journey to Scandinavia

    GBP 120.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in Ekstedt's set menu and transport yourself to Scandinavia for an unforgettable sensory experience. Charcoal and smoke are our most powerful tools, no electric griddle – only natural heat, soot, ash, smoke and fire. Like the old days. From the chefs to front of house team, the whole Ekstedt at the Yard family will help you explore age-old techniques and to learn about a lost art of cooking.
    Immersive Journey to Scandinavia photo

  • Sunday Roast by Ekstedt

    GBP 35.00 per person

    6 Oct 2024 - 16 Mar 2025
    Indulge in a cozy Sunday Roast at Ekstedt, where all our Roasts are crafted on open fire. 2 Courses | 49 pp 3 Courses | 59 pp Main course only | 35 pp Curated wine and drinks list available.
    Sunday Roast by Ekstedt photo

  • Chef's Table Experience

    GBP 150.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Embark on an unparalleled epicurean odyssey with our new Chef's Table 9-Course Experience. Limited to an intimate seven guests at a shared table, this exclusive culinary soirée offers a front-row seat to the magic of our kitchen. Our visionary chef will personally serve and elucidate each exquisite course, unveiling the artistry behind every creation. As part of this immersive journey, guests will be invited into the heart of the culinary haven, witnessing the alchemy behind our signature dishes where the chef crafts each dish with precision and passion.
    Chef's Table Experience photo

Menu

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What 606 people are saying

Ekstedt at the Yard reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ekstedt at the Yard offers a "truly memorable" dining experience with its innovative, wood-fired Scandinavian cuisine. Guests rave about the "attentive service" and excellent wine pairings. The atmosphere is intimate, often featuring "engaging" interactions with chefs. It's a "hidden gem" perfect for special occasions.

606 Reviews

  1. Wing

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice tasting menu. What made the evening was the level of service and professionalism of the sommelier Klearhos. Introduced my wife and I to Royal Tokaji Essencia 2008. This dessert wine made our night and my wife’s birthday. Many thanks Klearhos for the knowledge and experience. Highly recommend just for the sommelier experience.

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  2. Graeme

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Really good evening. Fantastic and interesting food. Lovely and attentive service

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant I've been in London. The team also makes it an interactive experience, letting us see the kitchen and how the signature oyster dish is made. Wonderful experience, each dish had its own personality.

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  4. Kate

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Genuinely incredible experience. The food was out of this world, the staff were warm and welcoming, and the space was beautiful. For one course, you get invited into the kitchen, which was an amazing touch too.

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  5. savi VIP

    London153 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cosy hotel restaurant. Great service. Food and cocktails were very nice.

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  6. IngerF

    Kent2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service, delicious food with a few extra treats! A truly wonderful evening celebrating my husband’s birthday. Thank you!

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  7. Tom

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic food and exemplary service, a wonderful evening.

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  8. David

    Edmonton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    In my opinion, Eksteadt is one of the best, if not the best, restaurant in London. The food is sensational, all cooked over wood only.

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  9. James

    London14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for the Sunday roast so a limited selection and quite different to the regular a-la- carte menu. Service was rushed which was odd seeing as we arrived early for our table, and we had barely received our drinks and settled into our seats when the food arrived so we were sat drinking cocktails while to food went cold. Perhaps this is unfair critique for a Sunday service given all the components will be cooked in advance so just need plating. Food was good but portions are small so go for the starter if you are hungry and avoid the bread and butter - 2 dry, tasteless slices for £4 was a bit weird. Other than the pacing, the service was fine and the dining room is pleasant and atmospheric.

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  10. Sian

    London7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Bit disappointed with our visit to celebrate a birthday for 8 of us. Menu is small which is fine especially as their slow cooked beef is delicious. But why serve on wooden boards onto cold plates so the meat is just lukewarm as were the sides. Two hasselback new potatoes per person for Sunday lunch was miserly as was the toy sized Yorkshire pudding. Service was lacking especially considering restaurant was only half full - we were only told they didn’t have the Aperol three of us ordered after the rest of the drinks delivered. Desserts were impressive. The building is beautiful and the meat memorable but it’s expensive here and service doesn’t match.

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Ekstedt at the Yard is rated 4.7 stars by 606 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Ekstedt at the Yard

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

Additional information

  • Area
    Westminster
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 18:00–21:30 Sun 12:30–14:30 Dinner Fri, Sat 18:00–21:30
  • Price
    £41 and over
  • Cuisines
    Nordic, Scandinavian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Embankment 5 min walk Charing Cross 3 min walk
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Niklas Ekstedt
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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