Top Restaurants in Holborn, Greater london
Honey & Co. Bloomsbury
54 Lamb's Conduit St, London WC1N 3LW, UK | Middle Eastern Restaurant P: 020 7388 6175
Rating: 4.5 (1588) Price Level:
Incredible experience. The food is a fresh, inventive explosion to your senses. Colors, smells, tastes—truly delightful. Reservations are best, but always pop in to see if a counter spot is available. It’s a tight fit, but worth any perceived inconvenience. We tried the Spiced pumpkin falafel with a perfect texture, not greasy in the slightest and the creamiest tahini I’ve ever experienced. The acidity of the side tomato salad was a perfect accompaniment. Next up was the Beetroot sabzi salad which included perfectly tender multi colored beets with lovely greens tasting with a hint of anise. Finally, we experienced the lovely surprise of the Roasted aubergine with BBQ tahini crust—once you venture beyond the crust, a creamy mixture of flavors delights. It is perfectly paired with a colorful jewelled rice salad. Afterwards we popped across the way to get a takeout pastry—a chocolate layered rugelach—Outstanding. A bit pricey but overall a perfect restaurant splurge. Thank you 🙏
Rating: 5 / 5
As a sweets lover, I can ensure this is one of the best cheesecakes I've ever had in my life. The almonds, the honey, the creamy feta... All the ingredients mix together so harmoniously! Not too sweet, great texture and surprisingly tasty. Food looks great too!
Rating: 5 / 5
I visited this restaurant for dinner with my family and friends. Despite its small size, the venue was fully booked and lively, and I loved the warm and inviting atmosphere of the interior. We dined in the private room at the very back, which was wonderfully quiet and allowed us to enjoy a calm and relaxing time. Each dish was thoughtfully prepared, which was evident in both presentation and taste. The selection of tableware and drinks also showcased great style, and we thoroughly enjoyed the modern Mediterranean cuisine. While the portions of the main dishes were generous, the food was so delicious that we still managed to enjoy a variety of starters as well. Conveniently located not far from Holborn Station, the restaurant is tucked away, giving it a hidden gem vibe. All my friends were highly satisfied, and it’s a place I’d gladly recommend!
Rating: 5 / 5
Super memorable meal. Everything was amazing, and I'd love to try more of the menu. The falafel was cooked to perfection, but the tahini and salad it was paired with stole the show. The beet root salad was bright and refreshing with all the herbs that were used. The slow cooked lamb melted in my mouth. Absolutely outstanding. And the cheesecake. Oh, the cheesecake. One of the best desserts I have ever had.
Rating: 4 / 5
We were a group of 10 and all of us got the sharing menu. We were seated in their lovely private dining room. We tasted most dishes. Standouts were the mezze platter (A+ hummus and bread) and the honey cheesecake. The lamb and seabass were good but not standouts in my opinion. Overall I'd have to give this 3.5 to 4 stars. While the food was good, I thought it was a tad expensive since it came up to £80 per person. Great ambiance though.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Children
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
Nearby Landmarks:
- Boutalls Pharmacy & Travel Clinic - 23m away
- Coram's Fields - 207m away
- Holborn House Community Centre - 40m away
- Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children - 217m away
- Noble Rot Lamb's Conduit - 29m away
42 Holborn
42 Kingsway, London WC2B 6EY, UK | Mediterranean Restaurant P: 020 7242 2424
Rating: 4.6 (154) Price Level:
Atmosphere here is great, love the decor. Service was very prompt but it felt a bit too overwhelming with a specific server which kept hovering over us... The peppers, tuna tartare and garlic prawns were average at best but the octopus was really nice. Love the balance between the spice and creaminess (of the octopus).
Rating: 5 / 5
I really enjoyed this restaurant. It's a really beautiful space. The staff are very friendly and really accommodated us deapite showing up half an hour early. The food really exceeded my expectations. The Argentinian Sirloin was tended and cooked to perfection. Had Sangria and it was beautifully made. I live close by so will definitely be visiting again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Delicious Mediterranean food beautifully served. The pulpo ala gallega reminded me of being in Galicia, tasty and authentic. The prawns in garlic butter were just gorgeous, perfectly cooked not a second more. As a main I had salmon & black caviar on a bed of mash potato which looked good and tasted even better. It was a great experience for a foodie like me. Highly recommend it, truly fantastic!!
Rating: 5 / 5
All the seafood was fresh and flavourful - calamari, mussels and the octopus was exceptionally nice. The coffee crème brûlée flavour was well balanced and tasty. Could have used a plate with equal depth and deeper plus smaller. As the heat from the torch warmed up the thinner edges. Also crust could have been darker to have better crack. Bread should sit on the pass for less time to get that fresh flavour. Overall, very lovely food, stylish interior and friendly & professional staff
Rating: 5 / 5
Overall 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Food Quality 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Food Quantity 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Cost 🌶️🌶️🌶️ (with the 50% off deal otherwise 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️) Ambiance 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Service 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ Had not heard of this restaurant till I started looking on @thefork_uk app for a restaurant with a deal near the British Museum and there is a great 50% off deal running at this restaurant currently which I HIGHLY encourage you to take advantage of. See my bio for a referral code to The Fork app (their process of getting Yums for money off meals is fantastic BTW so if you’re not already using this app, get using it!) The restaurant looks lovely and at first I thought we were a bit under-dressed for it but the vibe was casual and very friendly so this wasn’t a problem. Bonus – they had a LIVE jazz trio performing too! Very cool! The food was fantastic, as were the drinks (I didn’t picture the Old Fashioned’s here but I got through 3 of them!) Service was amazing and our waitress (a young lady from the US) was awesome – she accidentally forgot one portion of chunky chips which I had to ask for and she ended up comping us 4 desserts! Totally not necessary but really impressive service! I loved my sea bass main course with side of mushrooms and broccoli (it comes with a salad) and I will definitely be back for this again! I also loved the garlic butter kind prawn starter I ate and would order this again too. My dessert was the Tiramisu but I am coming back for that Turkish Coffee Creme Brulee!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Nearby Landmarks:
- Azo Print Ltd - 18m away
- De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms - 103m away
- The Z Hotel - 43m away
- Royal College of Radiologists - 42m away
- London School of Economics and Political Science - 252m away
Swiss Butter
114, 118 Southampton Row, London WC1B 5AA, UK | Steak House P: 020 3685 2741
Rating: 4.3 (2059) Price Level:
I have been here twice now. The first time was a 10 minute wait at 4pm on a Tuesday. The second was a 50 minute wait at 5pm on a Friday. The food was better the second time I went. Sometimes they have a limited menu item like a T-bone steak or Wagyu burger (which are more expensive). The sauce tastes like a combination of butter, spices, mustard, maybe even pickle. Tastes a lot better than it sounds and highly recommend it, compliments the steak, fries and bread very well. The lighting in the window seats is a bit dim and would benefit from better lighting. The staff is very efficient and food arrives within 10 minutes. £19 includes all of the sides. There is a 5% service charge which I think is incredible value. Swiss Butter is a gem. I just think they could maybe benefit from a booking system, but an hour wait isn’t too bad if you expect it. I love it here. I’ll have to try the desserts someday.
Rating: 4 / 5
The food here is good, generous portions I quite enjoyed it. My partner found it to be overrated. The portion size is quite large which is good value for money and the sauce on the salad was delicious. The service was a tad slow but with the traffic it’s to be expected. Dining area is a little crowded all the while lovely spot for lunch or dinner. Ps. Be mindful of the times you choose to dine as you may likely be required to queue.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely service, didn't have to wait long. Small menu, but the portions are big. Shared two desserts with my friends, The molten lava chocolate cake was to die for, and the pain perdu was a bit too sweet for my liking! Would go again!
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Caffè Nero - 34m away
- Thistle London Bloomsbury Park - 32m away
- Taco Bell - 33m away
- St George the Martyr Church - 51m away
- DoubleTree by Hilton London - West End - 76m away
Trattoria Verdi
110 Southampton Row, London WC1B 4BL, UK | Italian Restaurant P: 020 7405 8001
Rating: 4.4 (1557) Price Level:
Trattoria VERDI gave me the best birthday surprise. Everything is just perfect the food, ambiance, music etc. The staff is kind and welcoming. Me and my friends had a lovely time over here. I would highly recommend Italian cuisine lover to visit this restaurant.
Rating: 5 / 5
pizza was delicious, and the service was friendly and attentive. atmosphere was elevated by a talented pianist, whose excellent performance added a special touch to the evening. definitely be returning next time I’m in London! :)
Rating: 5 / 5
Very welcoming staff. Food is excellent. Ambiance is good. Had fungi as a main, mushroom sauce was delicious. Enjoyed their heavenly desserts (gelato and triffle (omg) yummmy) on top of these u get to enjoy live piano 💕 he plays on requests :))
Rating: 5 / 5
I like the great Italian food here and the service in this restaurant is always warmful when each time I stepped in. It is worth mentioning that the atmosphere make me impressive and the daily live piano every evening is also worth hearing!😀😀👍👍
Rating: 5 / 5
Went here for a late lunch and was seated right away. Really enjoyed the live music and the staff were very friendly. We got a pizza, pasta and steak to share as a three, and the meal was quite filling. Highly recommend the spaghetti bolognese.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Caffè Nero - 16m away
- DoubleTree by Hilton London - West End - 57m away
- Taco Bell - 26m away
- October Gallery - 71m away
- St George the Martyr Church - 59m away
Antalya Restaurant
103-105 Southampton Row, London WC1B 4HH, UK | Turkish Restaurant P: 020 7580 5355
Rating: 4.4 (2363) Price Level:
Amazing atmosphere with incredible service (ask for Fatih). Our reservation fell through and we ended up here which was a blessing - the flavours and freshness of the food are indescribable. I would 10/10 recommend for everyone to try.
Rating: 5 / 5
One of the best Turkish restaurants out there. Taste is unbelievable. Beats other turkish restaurants I have rated a 5* for too in London. Brought my friends here that had flew in from abroad for a short visit and they all thanked me for making a great choice! Went for lamb iskender, well flavoured and cooked to perfection by chefs who know what they are doing. Will visit again.
Rating: 5 / 5
Delicious food, great service and very hospitable. Would definitely come here again. Personally I’m always on the lookout for great Turkish food and this place did NOT disappoint. Their Turkish food is authentic, tasty, and they were prompt and attentive. 5 starts all the way! I ordered the Adana kebab.
Rating: 5 / 5
Exceptional performance — both regarding service and the taste as quality of the food. The chicken was juicy and melted right off. Spices and vegetables used for the chicken sote were extremely well seasoned and cooked— you could taste that they did not overcook it at all and managed the perfect balance. Each vegetable was perfectly cooked and kept it’s original flavor. In combination with the used herbs and sauce it was an Overall wowing experience!
Rating: 5 / 5
Came in for a quick lunch!! Great food, kind staff and very friendly. Definitely consider coming here! Atmosphere was lovely as well. They serve bread with hummus and olives at the start.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Children' Menu
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Parking Options:
- Free Parking Lot
- Paid Parking Lot
- Free Street Parking
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Russell Square - 168m away
- Pizza Hut Restaurants Southampton Row, London - 23m away
- Imperial Hotel - 67m away
- Mercure London Bloomsbury Hotel - 34m away
- Bedford Hotel - 45m away
Holborn Dining Room
252 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EN, UK | Restaurant P: 020 3747 8633
Rating: 4.4 (1636) Price Level:
Outstanding food. Very good service. Lovely place! Our party of four had pies, miso celeriac, and steak.
Rating: 5 / 5
We stopped in here for dinner one night on a recent holiday from Australia, and I am so glad we did! Lovely ambience, staff were friendly and just the right amount of attentive. Our waitress gave great recommendations, the cocktails were delicious, as was the wine. We had pies - I had the braised beef and it was amazing - easily one of the best pies I have ever eaten and I feel that says a lot from an Australian who loves a good pie. The carrots were also delicious and the petit fours a really nice unexpected touch. Overall, a lovely experience and will hopefully become a tradition for us whenever we travel over there.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lovely place, impressive building, food and service. We came for the pies and they were great, shame we weren't hungry enough to have dessert but we'll be back! Our waitress was brilliant, sad I didn't get her name but she was very attentive and told us all about the different events and restaurants.
Rating: 5 / 5
An amazing early dinner experience we visited on a Friday in October 2024. Having our dog with us was an added bonus.. Food was exceptional with their rump of lamb, sticky toffee pudding and apple tart being notably excellent. Our mains were slightly delayed and we were happy to wait. The waiting staff offered us complementary desserts which were lovely. The waiting staff are very attentive and helpful while we were there with our eighty five year old mother. Dinner with drinks and the very kind gesture of the management resulted in £91 per person for a party of three + dog. Would thoroughly recommend the Holborn dinning rooms for a special occasion. Just make sure you book in advance as the place gets busy after 8 pm. If you are driving I would recommend you use the NCP Bloomsbury Square car park about four minutes walk away. Since parking is only available if you have a room reservation at the adjoining Rosewood Hotel.
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Breakfast
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Serves Brunch
- Serves Vegetarian Food
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Vegetarian Food
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
- Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
Nearby Landmarks:
- Rosewood London - 10m away
- Sir John Soane's Museum - 75m away
- Little Waitrose & Partners - 54m away
- MidCity Place - 150m away
- Lincoln's Inn Fields - 180m away
Ciao Bella
86-90 Lamb's Conduit St, London WC1N 3LZ, UK | Italian Restaurant P: 020 7242 4119
Rating: 4.4 (2810) Price Level:
Food: It was really good. The pizzas were delicious and almost everything hit. The lasagna was specifically a highlight Service: One of my friends got a rare lamb and it got instantly replaced upon cutting it to show the wait staff. The turnaround was also pretty quick too. Atmosphere: Absolutely buzzing! There were tons of people there and they all seemed to be having an absolute blast. I don't traditionally go to Italian restaurants, but this one I'd happily visit again.
Rating: 4 / 5
Food: We started with the Vongole and Cortoccio with wine sauce. The pasta was cooked to perfection, with a delightful texture and seasoned just right. The Calzone was generously sized and full of flavor, making it a standout dish. The highlight of the meal, however, was the Tiramisu. It was wonderfully balanced—not overly sweet, with a rich and complex flavor that really stood out. Service & Atmosphere: The service was solid, with a lively but not overwhelming atmosphere. While the space can feel a bit crowded, it never reaches the point of being distracting, allowing for a comfortable dining experience.
Rating: 5 / 5
The girl from the service really made an effort to find me a spot, even though her colleague said there wasn't one. Excellent combination of liver and grapes. The food was tasty, all compliments.
Rating: 4 / 5
Full Italian experience... Staff seemed all Italian speaking and there were red wine bottles across the restaurant. Turned out without a reservation on a Friday and they accommodated us! High quality pizza, no draught beer, and plenty of wine to choose from.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great Italian local restaurant; feels very family run and oriented Good wine selection, house red did is well and was reasonably priced Pizzas looked amazing, my friend had Calzone which definitely delivered. Spaghetti and (large) meatballs did not disappoint and was fresh, well prepared and came out promptly Dessert was worth having - freshly prepared
Features:
- Dine-In
- Reservable
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Outdoor Seating
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Good for Children
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Cocktails
- Desserts
- Coffee
Accessibility Features:
- Wheelchair Accessible Seating
Parking Options:
- Free Street Parking
- Paid Street Parking
Nearby Landmarks:
- Coram's Fields - 87m away
- UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health - 82m away
- Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children - 120m away
- Goodenough College - 189m away
- SACO Holborn - Lambs Conduit Street - 21m away
Princess Louise
208 High Holborn, London WC1V 7EP, UK | Pub P: 020 7405 8816
Rating: 4.4 (2814) Price Level:
Victorian pub with beautiful embossed glass, wooden traditional decor. Other than small open area, there’s wooden cube set up around the bar with privacy. Impeccable service. Cons: -very limited beer choice, only Sam smith lager and ‘ stout’. (Larger half pint£3.80) -disgusting smell in toilets ( both gents and ladies)
Rating: 5 / 5
What a wonderful pub! The Victorian's certainly knew what they were doing when they built this beautiful pub. Even the toilets are remarkable! I had a lovely pint of Samuel Smith's which was well kept and delicious. Well worth a visit.
Rating: 5 / 5
🚇Holborn 🍺 £6.70 Taddy Lager The Princess Louise is located on bustling High Holborn in Central London. The nearest Tube is Holborn which is just around the corner. This pub was built in 1872 and is Grade II listed. Princess Louise was the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria and this is the only UK pub named after her. In 2007 the pub went through a comprehensive restoration which saw the reinstatement of the original multi-roomed layout with wood and etched glass dividing walls. The decor here is jaw droppingly beautiful, this is one of the finest preserved Victorian pub interior’s in London. At the centre of the pub is an ornate mahogany servery with a carved wood back bar. Fanning off the servery are several bars, snugs and booths. Upstairs is a carpeted bar predominantly used for dining. Everywhere you look there are stunning details like enormous engraved and gilt mirrors, Portland stone columns, etched mirrors and stained glass, marble fireplaces and Victorian tiles. You’ll find some the best finery is in the corridors, the mosaic flooring is just exquisite. The Gents toilet is also something to marvel. This is a Sam Smith’s pub, so the beer offering is all in house brews which included two cask ales. I decided on a pint of Taddy Lager, my pint was great, price point was high. The food menu is hearty pub classics. I arrived around 2pm on a Friday afternoon in April. I thought I’d visit before the post work rush so I could have a good gander at the splendour. The pub wasn’t overly busy and felt calm and relaxed. As most of you know Sam Smith’s pubs have no TV’s or background music, so you could have heard a mouse fart. The service was excellent, I had a nice chat with the Guv’nor who has also run The Yorkshire Grey near the beeb. Holborn is an area I love visiting as it is a goldmine for beautiful boozers. The Princess Louise is a simply stunning pub, its opulence and grandeur is something to behold. If you are ever in this part of town, be sure to visit this beautiful London pub. ℹ️ Info correct on visiting 19.04.24
Features:
- Dine-In
- Serves Beer
- Serves Wine
- Restroom
- Good for Groups
- Cocktails
Accessibility Features:
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Nearby Landmarks:
- The Hoxton, Holborn - 37m away
- My Old Dutch - 33m away
- Sainsbury's - 66m away
- De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms - 207m away
- Bloomsbury Square Garden - 183m away