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There’s nothing quite like ringing in the festive season by feasting your way through the city. From the three charming tiers of Kingly Court to the cosy, twinkling side streets of Seven Dials, you’ll want to savour every limited-time treat while you still can.
Explore 30 of London’s most exciting bars and restaurants across Covent Garden, Soho, and Carnaby Street—each serving up exclusive festive menus and seasonal delights to make your holiday celebrations unforgettable. We’ve even marked our very favourite picks among them all.
Carnaby Street and Soho
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Dishoom’s naan rolls are getting a festive makeover for breakfast thanks to an exciting collaboration with chef and author, Seema Pankhania, until 24th December.
Try the Pigs-In-Blankets Naan Roll, featuring Kasundi-and-honey glazed pigs-in-blankets with Seema’s secret spice, wrapped in fluffy naan with fried eggs, cranberry cream cheese, tomato chilli jam, and fresh coriander. Or opt for the Christmas Stuffing Naan Roll (vegetarian/vegan) with vegan stuffing, cranberries, crispy onions, vegan cranberry cream cheese, tomato chilli jam, and fresh coriander.
Rather grab dinner? Check out Dishoom’s Christmas Feast Menu, including their Turkey Raan and Parsnip & Kale Chaat, served until 24th December.
📍22 Kingly Street, London, W1B 5QP
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Take your taste buds on a trip to Portugal with Kolamba’s limited-time Love Cake with coconut sorbet. This richly dense cake combines aromatic spices, nuts, and a bright burst of citrus peel that pairs perfectly with a steaming cup of Ceylon tea.
📍21 Kingly Street, London, W1B 5QA
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Truffle overload? Never heard of her! Truffle lovers must head to Bébé Bob for their black truffle menu, where every dish—from chicken schnitzel with black truffle butter to truffle cauliflower cheese—is crafted with the finest black truffles.
📍37 Golden Square, London, W1F 9LB
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Warm up with a freshly baked pita from Miznon this holiday season. Be sure to
order their Christmas special pita, available all through December, featuring harissa aioli, crispy smashed potatoes, rotisserie chicken, and spring onion.
📍8 Broadwick Street, London, W1F 8HW
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Whether you’re flying solo or looking to share, Goldies has everything you’ll need to eat your way through the holiday season. Try their Honey & Lime Jerk Chicken Wings with a Smoke Berry Paloma, or share a 1kg Tomahawk with tenderstem broccoli and frites alongside a glass of Fattoria di Sammontana, Tuscany Sangiovese, 2023.
📍Ground Floor Kingly Court, London, W1B 5PW
London’s boutique bakery is putting a bold spin on The Nutcracker this holiday season, launching a limited-edition pastry collection that is every bit as captivating as the show itself. Plus, you won’t want to miss Donutelier’s 12 Days of Christmas giveaway for the chance to win tickets to The Nutcracker and other tasty prizes.
📍50 Carnaby Street, London, W1F 9QA
Just like the magic of the holiday season, real magic happens when you blend seasonal British produce with the vibrant flavors of Spanish cooking. At ALTA you can stay warm this season with their Sidra Caliente, a hot buttered cider full of fragrant spices.
📍Ground Floor Kingly Court, London W1B 5PW
All December long, POLPO is running an extra special Christmas menu for 15 people or more. So whether you’re celebrating a December birthday or planning a holiday gathering, POLPO is the perfect spot to enjoy authentic Venetian-style dishes.
📍41 Beak Street, London, W1F 9SB
This modern American bistro is serving up an epic festive feasting menu with four courses. Enjoy snacks like Jalapeño popper gildas on arrival before tucking into sharing starters, some hearty mains including roast duck, barbecued monkfish and 40 day aged rib eye and delicious desserts like chocolate mousse or seasonal fruit cobbler.
📍49 Lexington Street, London, W1F 9AP
Step back into Christmas of 1946 at Cahoots, the vintage-style cocktail bar promising a good old-fashioned festive knees-up. Experience some live swinging entertainment, theatrics and of course Christmassy cocktails all round!
📍Ground Floor Kingly Court, London, W1B 5PW, 5 Kingly Street, London, W1B 5PF,
Dirty Bones is honoring comfort flavors this winter with an inventive menu featuring snow balls, butternut & beets, duck & waffle, truffled wagyu burger, NY strip steak, turkey schnitzel and more.
📍Ground Floor Kingly Court, London, W1B 5PP
Known for its quirky decor and lively weekend bottomless brunches, The Little Violet Door is getting festive with seven Christmas-themed cocktails and mocktails launching mid-November. Sip on seasonal delights like the Fizz-mas Carol, Miracle, and Thirty-Fig Street.
📍9 Kingly Street, London, W1B 5PH
Get into the festive spirit with Big Kid Ice Cream’s nostalgic flavors, from classic Peppermint Candy Cane to Stolen Cookie Dough. Feeling adventurous? Dive into their zesty Limoncello Panettone and creamy Olive Oil Eggnog!
📍1 Kingly Street, London, W1B 5PA
Feast on Patty & Bun’s festive ‘Yule be Jammin,’ made with a dry aged beef patty, fired double breaded brie, black truffle mayo, american cheese, crispy onions and chili jam. Complete your meal with crispy brie bites and a snowball for the perfect finish.
📍26 Kingly Street, London, W1B 5QD
Pastaio is elevating your typical bread and butter pudding, with an Italian twist – baked with fluffy panettone for a fresh reinvention of this holiday favorite. There’s no better way to round off a festive feast!
📍19 Ganton Street, London, W1F 9BN
Covent Garden
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You’ve surely seen Aguamiel’s seasonal items breaking the internet but now it’s time to try them yourself. Pop in to get their Banana Bread Horchata of Apple Pie Churrominis, both available until January 2025.
📍24 Wellington Street, London, WC2E 7DD
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Got an extreme sweet tooth? Try Din Tai Fung’s viral sensation, their Chocolate & Mochi Xiao Long Bao with Sea Salt Cream Dip.
Inside the sweet dumpling is molten 66% Valrhona chocolate wrapped in mochi and dipped in a swirl of sea-salt cream. Does it get any better than that?
📍5-6 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 8PS
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Hurry fast, because Godfrey’s Popcorn festive specials are only available while supplies last. Pick up their Pecan Pop Pie made their famous caramel corn, caramelised pecan nuts, shortbread crumb, and white chocolate drizzle, or sip on their Butter Popcorn Hot Chocolate made with all British dairy using real chocolate, a popcorn syrup shot, whipped cream, butter popcorn jelly beans and caramel corn.
📍40 Tavistock Street, London, WC2E 7PB
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Seven Dials Market is celebrating the Christmas season with their Picky Bits menu, featuring 19 unique dishes all ranging between (£3–£8). Mix and match as you please to create the ultimate festive feast—because during Christmas, you shouldn’t have to choose; you should enjoy it all!
📍Seven Dials Market, London, WC2H 9HD
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It’s the season of giving, so PINTXITO is offering a complimentary 125ml glass of Mañoso white or red Rioja when you order a Spanish Basque Country Pintxo Platter.
📍34 The Market Building, London, WC2E 8RF
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Travel back in time with Miracle at Henrietta’s nostalgic decor, Christmas-inspired cocktails and hot drinks. After a few rounds of their seasonal specials, you’ll surely leave merrier than before.
📍10 Henrietta Street WC2E 8PS
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Join actor, musician and dancer, Elliot Gooch, for an evening of smooth Christmas Jazz in the heart of Covent Garden. The intimate event is for one night only on 29 November and you don’t want to miss it!
📍17B and 18B The Market Building, London, WC2E 8RB
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Story Cellar is bringing the pages of the classic novel Chocolate Touch to life with the expertise of their team behind the bar. They’ve crafted the perfect Christmas cocktail using Mozart Dark Chocolate Liqueur, Merser Rum, and Cointreau, garnished with a chocolate-dipped dried orange.
If you’re looking for a bite to eat, you’ll find something delectable on their Christmas menu, ranging from rotisserie chicken with a chestnut twist to Christmas pudding served with brandy butter and custard.
📍17 Neal’s Yard, London WC2H 9DP
PIVOT is offering two exciting dining options this season: a Festive Sharing Roast for four and an Xmas Menu.
The Roast will be served every Sunday in November and December for £99, complete with turkey ballotine, beef strip-loin, pork shank, and comes with bottomless sides of roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, gravy, maple-glazed parsnips & carrots and brussel sprouts.
The Xmas menu will be available every Monday through Saturday from 12pm – 9pm, featuring two courses and a side for £40 or 3 courses and a side for £45.
📍3 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 8LU
Find Ladurée’s Festive Cart in the Market Building now through 2nd January. Indulge in everything from warming mulled wine and rich hot chocolate to festive viennoiserie treats and beautifully packaged macaron boxes. You can also stop by Ladurée on the Piazza to enjoy your festive French delicacies al fresco on the heated terrace.
📍Central Avenue, The Market Building WC2E 8RA
Trying to find plans for a big group? The Ivy Market Grill is offering a Festive Set Menu for parties of seven or more until 30th December. Choose two courses for £55 or three for £60, plus receive a complimentary voucher for a bottle of Ivy Guest Champagne, redeemable from January 2026.
📍1 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden London, WC2E 8PS
Snap a picture of their blossom and bauble-filled ceilings and let the twinkling fairy lights and fireplace create the perfect atmosphere for friends, couples, and families looking to dine in style this December. Expect nothing short of outstanding when you order from their seasonal set menus showcasing modern French cuisine.
📍33 King Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 8JD
Tucked beneath a frosty pine archway, SUSHISAMBA’s Winter Piazza Terrace is a sparkling winter wonderland waiting for you to sip your way through a dreamy lineup of Belvedere cocktails. Whether you’re cozying up with a Tipsy Cocoa, ordering the Golden Highball, or having a cheeky Dirty Brew Ski (served on its own mini ski!), this menu is sure to sprinkle some serious holiday magic on your evening.
📍35 The Market Building, Covent Garden
This iconic Parisian-style brasserie has been decked out in scarlet and gold for the festive season, bringing the spirit of cabaret to Covent Garden. Sip festive Grey Goose cocktails, tuck into their mouthwatering Festive Set Menu from Monday-Friday, 12pm – 7pm.
📍4-6 Russell Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2B 5HZ
Is there anything quite as cosy as a stack of pancakes on a winter’s morning? Apple Butter is the perfect spot to warm your heart, serving up festive-flavoured pancake stacks all winter long to fill your every craving.
📍32-34 Monmouth Street, London, WC2H 9HA