Less than a 5 minute walk away
There is nothing worse than feeling rushed to get to the theatre. Luckily, some of the top shows, including Back to the Future (Adelphi Theatre), Frozen (Theatre Royal Drury Lane), Mamma Mia (Novello Theatre), The Play that Goes Wrong (Duchess Theatre) and Six (Vaudeville Theatre) happen to be a 5 minute (or less) walk away from some of the bestWest End dining experiences:
Christopher's Grill — Enjoy pre- and/or post-theatre drinks Tuesday to Thursdays 11 am - 12 am, Friday & Saturday 11 am - 1:30 am and Sunday 11 am - 5 pm at this stylish art deco restaurant known for its martini bar.
www.christophersgrill.com ✆ +44 2072 404222
18 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7DD
www.christophersgrill.com ✆ +44 2072 404222
18 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7DD
Clos Maggiore — One of London's most romantic restaurants serves a reasonably priced pre-theatre dinner Monday - Sunday from 5 - 6 pm. Two courses for £32.50 or 3 for courses £39.50 (both include a glass of bubbles). Except for Mamma Mia and The Play that Goes Wrong*
The Crusting Pipe — Located in the heart of Covent Garden, the restaurant serves afternoon tea 2:30 - 5 pm for £29. Request a window table to watch 'live' performances.
www.davy.co.uk/wine-bar/crusting-pipe ✆ +44 2078 361415
27 The Market Building, Covent Garden, London WC2E 8RD
www.davy.co.uk/wine-bar/crusting-pipe ✆ +44 2078 361415
27 The Market Building, Covent Garden, London WC2E 8RD
Inamo Covent Garden — London's only interactive restaurant where guests control their dining experience through digital projections on the table surface, including changing tablecloths, ordering, watching the chefs and playing retro games. Sushi & Asian Tapas Afternoon Tea starts at £22.95 start time is Monday 4 - 5:30 pm, Tuesday - Friday, Sunday Noon - 5:30 pm and Saturday 4 - 4:30 pm. Except for Back to the Future and Six*
www.inamo-restaurant.com ✆ +44 2074 840500
11-14 Hanover Place, London WC2E 9JP
www.inamo-restaurant.com ✆ +44 2074 840500
11-14 Hanover Place, London WC2E 9JP
One Aldwych — Located across the street from the Lyceum Theatre, One Aldwych's Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Tea is one of the sweetest afternoon teas priced at £52 with service Wednesday - Friday 12 pm – 3 pm Saturday & Sunday (plus school and bank holidays) 12 pm – 4 pm.
www.onealdwych.com ✆ +44 2073 0010008
1 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BZ
www.onealdwych.com ✆ +44 2073 0010008
1 Aldwych, London WC2B 4BZ
Rules — One of London's oldest and most famous restaurants is open Tuesday - Saturday Noon - 11 pm (last orders) and Sunday Noon to 10 pm (last orders). Charlie Chaplin, Charles Dickens, Clark Gable, Laurence Olivier and HG Wells are just some of the famous actors and authors who have dined here.
www.rules.co.uk ✆ +44 2074 071002
35 Maiden Lane, London WC2E 7LB
www.rules.co.uk ✆ +44 2074 071002
35 Maiden Lane, London WC2E 7LB
The Savoy — This iconic hotel was the first luxury hotel in Britain. Famous guests include Winston Churchill, Ernest Hemingway, Audrey Hepburn, Marilyn Monroe and John Wayne. Afternon tea is service Noon to 4 pm Mondays and Tuesdays, Noon - 6 pm Wednesday - Sunday is £65 weekdays / £70 weekends. Except for Back to the Future*
www.thesavoylondon.com ✆ +44 2078 361415
The Strand London WC2R 0EZ
www.thesavoylondon.com ✆ +44 2078 361415
The Strand London WC2R 0EZ
Spring — Located in Somerset House, a popular filming location with its exterior featured in popular Hollywood films. Pre-theatre Scratch Menu is served Tuesday - Saturday bettween 5:30 - 6:30 pm Three courses for £30 cleverly made using ingredients that are overlooked.
Bonus : There is still time to take advantage of The Offical London Theatre Sale until February 10th. *And you can enjoy these restaurants if you are willing to walk a few extra minutes.