Penelope’s

Name: Penelope’s
Address: 34 Russell St, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, WC2B 5HA
Telephone: 07442 631181
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

4.4

251 Reviews

£26 to £40

Middle Eastern

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Lively

Penelope's, part of the AMANO Group, is redefining London’s dining and nightlife scene. In 2024, Penelope’s won Best Luxury Restaurant at the British Food Awards, a testament to its culinary excellence. Executive Chef Fez Ozalgan curates a menu that merges Middle Eastern and Spanish flavors, using the finest ingredients. The restaurant’s ambiance is equally compelling, with mirrored ceilings, plush seating, and dramatic lighting. The experience is further enhanced by the open kitchen, offering diners a front-row view of the culinary artistry.

Named after founder Ariel Schiff’s daughter, the restaurant is a heartfelt tribute to the vibrant cultures of Spain and Tel Aviv. Schiff describes Penelope’s as "truly a matter of the heart," a place where the exuberance of Berlin meets the sophistication of London. On weekends, Penelope’s transforms into a lively party scene, featuring London DJs and the legendary Isramani dinner party, imported from Berlin.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of Operation
Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Pre Theatre Dining Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
07442 631181
Website
https://www.amanogroup.com/en/restaurants/london-covent-garden-penelopes
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Fez Ozalgan
Catering
We have a number of set menus to suit your budget & requirements.
Private party facilities
Our private dining room offers natural light in abundance, an LCD screen and plenty of space and comfort so you can enjoy an intimate dinner of an evening with friends. It is equally suitable to catch up with your colleagues for a boardroom style meeting.

Location
34 Russell St, London, Greater London WC2B 5HA
Area
Covent Garden
Parking details
None
Public transit
Covent Garden Tube - Piccadilly Line - 0.3miles<br />Holborn Tube - Central Line - 0.3miles<br />
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Isramani Party EAT-DRINK-DANCE
GBP 90.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
One of the special events at Penelope´s is the weekly ISRAMANI, where friends and family get together, laugh, drink and dance. This incredible legendary event is the perfect dinner party, with a table filled with the most authentic cuisine from Spain and Israel. Good food to share, an atmosphere out of the ordinary where our chefs and staff turn the restaurant into a dancefloor, showing everyone how they party in Tel Aviv. Stunning Decoration & Israeli tunes by DJ Moshico. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.
Friday's Isramani EAT-DRINK-DANCE (a la carte)
Multiple dates available
One of the special events at Penelope´s is the weekly ISRAMANI, where friends and family get together, laugh, drink and dance. This incredible legendary event is the perfect dinner party, with a table filled with the most authentic cuisine from Spain and Israel. Good food to share, an atmosphere out of the ordinary where our chefs and staff turn the restaurant into a dancefloor, showing everyone how they party in Tel Aviv. Stunning Decoration & Israeli tunes by DJ Moshico. A la carte dining for up to 9 guests. Payment due at the restaurant. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.
Shawarma Tuesdays
GBP 29.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Shawarma Tuesday's Menu Start your week with a sizzle! Enjoy chicken, lamb & beef for £29 Served with Laffa Bread, Ancient Grain Mujadara, Israeli Tomato Salad, Sumac Onions and Amba Yoghurt. £29 per person Shawarma’s: Amba marinated chicken Coffee and Cardamom Beef Red Pepper Lamb Adena Payment is due at the restaurant Prices are inclusive of VAT A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill

Manouri BourekasGBP 12.00
Truffled Honey, Raspberry
Roasted AubergineGBP 12.00
Pomegranate Pico de Gallo, Tahini
Beetroot TartareGBP 9.00
Preserved Lemon, Sour Cherry, Avoganoush
Charred CeleriacGBP 11.00
Herby Pil Pil, Caper Zhug, Kombu
Seabream TartareGBP 13.50
Gazpacho, Caviar, Habanero
Tuna CevicheGBP 15.00
Aji Blanco, Seawood, Mango
Salmon CevicheGBP 13.00
Red Velvet Tigermilk, Avocado
Spanish Hoso GambasGBP 14.00
Preserved Lemon, Chimichurri
CalamariGBP 14.00
Black Challah, Coriander Aioli, Chilli Ferment
Lamb SweetbreadGBP 13.00
Chicken Sauce, Seaweed, Tarragon
Ibérico PorkGBP 14.00
Anchovy Aioli, Bitter Leaves, Sobrasada
OX CheekGBP 16.00
Jerusalem Artichoke Puree, Chestnut Dukkah
Chicken PastelGBP 12.00
Banana Leaf, Chicken Aioli, Creolla

Large Plates

Artichoke PaellaGBP 25.00
Freekeh, Sun-dried Tomato, Green Harissa
Israeli CouscousGBP 24.00
Aged Castellano, Wild Mushrooms, Tahini, Aji Verde
Octopus PaellaGBP 35.00
Freekeh, Israeli Style, Squid Ink
Sea TroutGBP 29.00
Saffron Cream, Keta, Chard
Seafood on FireGBP 70.00
Fruits of the Sea, Arak, Brown Crab Cream, Pita
MonkfishGBP 33.00
Brown Crab XO, Shellfish Crema, Shimeji
Beef Short RibGBP 36.00
Mushroom Jus, Baharat Potato, Onion Ketchup
Lamb CutletsGBP 35.00
Garlic Toum, Preserved Lemon, Chimichurri
Ribeye 255gGBP 36.00
Almond Salsa Macha, Guindilla
Chicken ShawarmaGBP 25.00
Amba Yoghurt, Mujadara
Sirloin 700gGBP 80.00
Himalayan Salt Aged, Matbucha
Pork TomahawkGBP 30.00
600g, Kasari Corn Grits, Guanciale

Sides

Baharat PatatasGBP 6.00
Lime, Confit Garlic
Mushroom, Kale, Confit GarlicGBP 7.00
Israeli Tomato SaladGBP 6.50
Grape, Mint

Desserts

MilhojasGBP 12.00
Pistachio Cream, Rose, Strawberries
Baklava CheesecakeGBP 12.00
Pistachio, Honey Syrup
Chocolate TartGBP 10.00
Miso, Hazelnut, Salted Date Caramel
Bomba de Helados
Selection of Handmade Ice Creams
- per scoopGBP 2.00

What 251 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Penelope's offers a vibrant dining experience with a unique Israeli-Spanish fusion menu. Guests rave about the "fabulous atmosphere" and "excellent service." The restaurant's standout dishes include the "Israeli Style Paella" and "Baklava Cheesecake." With live music, a rooftop bar, and a stylish decor, it's perfect for special occasions.

251 Reviews

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Sadiq
London
27 reviews
2.0
27 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The seating was limited to one section of the restaurant. No advance notice nor explanation given. We were sat next to someone Woking on their laptop which felt like a wework. The attitude from the servers gave the impression they didn't want to be there.
Penelope’sResponded on 21 November 2024
Dear Sadiq, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are sorry to hear about your recent experience, it’s disappointing to learn that we fell short on providing a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere. Please accept our sincerest apologies for the limited seating and for any discomfort caused by the setting or the service. We strive to create a warm and accommodating environment for all our guests, and we regret that this was not reflected during your visit. Your comments are incredibly valuable, and I will ensure they are shared with the team so we can address these concerns and improve moving forward. We hope you will give us another opportunity to provide you with a much better experience. Best, Penelope's Team
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Linda
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was good as was the wine of if I but pricey but it’s London so…the restaurant is buzzy with open kithchen and a lot of young men - and the chefs were all men - making quite a display cooking. There was a female who passed the orders on to them and she shouted as loud as she could. It was a bit of a performance tbh. I guess because the pass is noisy but it really didn’t make for a relaxing meal. I’d say don’t go if you want a nice romantic dinner.
Penelope’sResponded on 20 November 2024
Dear Linda, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the food and wine, even though we understand that the atmosphere didn’t fully meet your expectations. Our open kitchen and counter seating are designed to offer guests a behind-the-scenes view of the preparation and interaction between the chefs, but we understand that the volume may have impacted your experience. Your feedback is important to us, and we will take it into consideration as we work to create a more balanced and enjoyable dining environment. We hope to welcome you back in the future for a better experience. Best, Penelope's Team
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Alastair
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really, really good food. Lovely staff. Great vibe
Penelope’sResponded on 20 November 2024
Dear Alastair, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your recent visit to Penelope's. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Penelope's Team
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Emily
London
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great entertainment. A little loud and service was soso but the food and atmosphere totally win it over.
Penelope’sResponded on 12 November 2024
Good evening Emily, Thank you for the review! We are glad you enjoyed your food and our Isramani party evening. We hope that you return to us in the near future so we can show you an improved service. Once again, thank you for choosing Penelope’s. Best, Penelope’s
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Jo
London
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely meal and service and great atmosphere. Looking forward to returning on another occasion.
Penelope’sResponded on 12 November 2024
Good evening Jo, Thank you for the review! We are delighted that you had a wonderful time at our restaurant. Whenever you plan to visit us next, we’re ready with open arms. Best, Penelope’s
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Lilia
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice food and good service, we will go back again and recommends to friends as well ☺️
Penelope’sResponded on 7 November 2024
Dear Lilia, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we did. We are glad to hear you had a good time during your recent visit to Penelope's! We look forward to welcoming you back again. Best, Penelope's Team
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R
London
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on 31 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Decent service, but nothing special about the place or food
Penelope’sResponded on 7 November 2024
Dear R, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the service, though we are sorry to hear that the experience didn’t stand out as much as we'd hoped. We are always working to improve, and we would love to know if there is anything specific that could make your next visit more memorable. We hope you will give us another try soon! Best, Penelope's Team
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Frances
London
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 29 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
really delicious food and unusual drinks nice service
Penelope’sResponded on 30 October 2024
Dear Frances, Thank you for your lovely review! We are glad to hear you had an excellent time at Penelope's. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Penelope's Team
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Adam
London
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Looked after us leading up to and during the evening - it’s a treat night and the prices reflected that
Penelope’sResponded on 31 October 2024
Dear Adam, Thank you very much for taking the time to let us know how we did. We are very happy to hear you had an excellent time with us! We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great evening! Best, Penelope's Team
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Tamlyn
Hertfordshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my daughter's 19th birthday at Penelopes on Saturday evening and it was an incredibly memorable experience. While looking for somewhere celebrate we were attracted to the Israeli/Spanish cuisine and the idea of experiencing something cultural. Penelopes delivered everything from great service to great entertainment to great music and great food. The only disappointment for us was having to leave an hour after all the music and dancing started due to us having to catch rains back home. We discussed needing to make a plan to stay in London next time. We loved watching all the traditional dancing and how included we felt in it all. Thank you for a wonderful experience. My daughter had a fabulous time as well so all goals for the evening were achieved. Tamlyn Horton
Penelope’sResponded on 30 October 2024
Dear Tamlyn, Thank you for choosing Penelope's to celebrate such a special occasion with us! We are thrilled to hear that you and your daughter enjoyed our fusion cuisine, along with the service, vibrant music and dancing. It's always our goal to make our guests feel included, and we are so glad that you felt immersed in the experience. We will be ready to welcome you again, and perhaps next time you can stay longer and catch every moment of the celebration. See you soon! Best, Penelope's Team
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Penelope’s is rated 4.4 stars by 251 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

34 Russell St, London, Greater London WC2B 5HA

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Covent Garden
Hours of Operation
Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Pre Theatre Dining Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Middle Eastern, Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Covent Garden Tube - Piccadilly Line - 0.3milesHolborn Tube - Central Line - 0.3miles
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Fez Ozalgan
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.amanogroup.com/en/restaurants/london-covent-garden-penelopes
Phone number
07442 631181
Catering
We have a number of set menus to suit your budget & requirements.
Private party facilities
Our private dining room offers natural light in abundance, an LCD screen and plenty of space and comfort so you can enjoy an intimate dinner of an evening with friends. It is equally suitable to catch up with your colleagues for a boardroom style meeting.

Penelope’s

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Isramani Party EAT-DRINK-DANCE

Friday's Isramani EAT-DRINK-DANCE (a la carte)

Shawarma Tuesdays

Breads and Dips

Coca BreadGBP 8.00

Pao de QueijoGBP 8.00

Pita BreadGBP 4.00

Mushroom HummusGBP 8.00

Whipped Cod's RoeGBP 9.00

Nibbles

ChicharronesGBP 6.00

Pan Con TomateGBP 8.00

Iberico Jamon CroquetasGBP 8.00

Gordal OlivesGBP 5.00

Small Plates

Manouri BourekasGBP 12.00

Roasted AubergineGBP 12.00

Beetroot TartareGBP 9.00

Charred CeleriacGBP 11.00

Seabream TartareGBP 13.50

Tuna CevicheGBP 15.00

Salmon CevicheGBP 13.00

Spanish Hoso GambasGBP 14.00

CalamariGBP 14.00

Lamb SweetbreadGBP 13.00

Ibérico PorkGBP 14.00

OX CheekGBP 16.00

Chicken PastelGBP 12.00

Large Plates

Artichoke PaellaGBP 25.00

Israeli CouscousGBP 24.00

Octopus PaellaGBP 35.00

Sea TroutGBP 29.00

Seafood on FireGBP 70.00

MonkfishGBP 33.00

Beef Short RibGBP 36.00

Lamb CutletsGBP 35.00

Ribeye 255gGBP 36.00

Chicken ShawarmaGBP 25.00

Sirloin 700gGBP 80.00

Pork TomahawkGBP 30.00

Sides

Baharat PatatasGBP 6.00

Mushroom, Kale, Confit GarlicGBP 7.00

Israeli Tomato SaladGBP 6.50

Desserts

MilhojasGBP 12.00

Baklava CheesecakeGBP 12.00

Chocolate TartGBP 10.00

Bomba de Helados

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