The festivities continue into December in the City of London. From carol concerts, lantern parades, fascinating lectures and exhibitions, there is so much to explore this month.
Find places to eat and drink in the City of London during Open House Festival 2024. Keep an eye on this page as we will update it as more offers come through.
If you're in the East of the City of London near Leadenhall
The Counter, Club Quarters Hotel - Special Offer Available!
- Adjacent to Leadenhall Market, close by the Monument to the Great Fire of London, and within easy reach to London Bridge and the Tower of London, The Counter is the perfect spot for a coffee break, work meeting, or catch-up and offers speciality coffee, craft cocktails, fresh pastries and snacks.
- Special offer: Enjoy 20% off your order by quoting ‘Open House Festival’ and relax in the luxury surrounding of their Club Lounge.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Club Quarters website for details.
The Alchemist
- Cocktail Bar & Restaurant unlike any other. Find the Alchemist at 6 Bevis Marks.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Alchemist's website for details.
The Brasserie at The New Moon
- Nestled above their beloved pub, The Brasserie at the New Moon features an elegant new dining room serving up delicious food that celebrates great British ingredients and has its own cosy function space for meetings and events.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit New Moon website for details.
The Folly
- A botanical bar & restaurant with seasonal menus, tempting cocktails, and fine wines, near Monument station.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Folly's website for details.
Rosslyn Coffee
- Specialty coffee shops bringing together the leaders across various fields, from coffee and hot chocolate to equipment and design. All the attention to detail and high standards of the great Australian Café, combined with all the warmth and hospitality of the great Irish pubs.
- All locations open Monday to Friday. Queen Victoria location is open Monday to Saturday. Visit Rosslyn Coffee's website for details.
Lasagneria Italiana
- Lasagneria Italiana is your passport to authentic Italian comfort, right in the heart of the City of London. They specialize in crafting the most indulgent lasagnas, made from recipes passed down through generations and perfected in their kitchen.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Lasagneria Italiana website for details.
If you're in the North of the City of London near the Barbican or Smithfield
So Restaurant Japanese - Special Offer Available!
- A Japanese family owned and run restaurant in the City of London. Signature dishes are prepared on a custom made yogan-yaki lava rock grill and cooked over volcanic rocks imported from Mt. Fuji.
- Special offer*: One free drink per person between 5:30 - 7pm with secret code “Me SO thirsty”.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit So Restaurant Japanese website for details.
Apulia Restaurant
- Have You been to Puglia? If not, this is the place to try its best flavours and recipes! A cosy Italian restaurant with delicious food and amazing interior.
- Visit Apulia's website for details.
The Butchers Hook and Cleaver
- Traditional pub with great selection of beer and classic food offer
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit The Butchers Hook and Cleaver website for details.
The Hope
- Traditional listed pub, serving Pieminister pies and great drinks all day.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Hope website for details.
The Sutton Arms
- The Sutton Arms brings together world wines, craft beers and British cheeses in a traditional dining experience. Near Barbican on Carthusian St, The Sutton Arms will delight you with charcuterie boards and wines from all over the world.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit The Sutton Arms website for details.
Mayura
- In the heart of the Barbican is Mayura, a modern Indian dining experience centred on high quality ingredients and personable service.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit The Mayura website for details.
Vecchio Parioli
- Authentic and genuine Italian restaurant in the heart of Barbican.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit Vecchio Pariolo website for details.
Barbican Kitchen
- The Barbican Kitchen's extensive range of food includes freshly made sandwiches, build your own Nourish Bowl salads, pizza and a rotating range of hot food specials. Sweet treats are available with cakes and pastries. You can enjoy a glass of wine or beer from the fridge too.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Barbican Kitchen website for details.
The Jugged Hare
- Tucked away at the edge of the city, The Jugged Hare offers award winning food and wine in a beautiful and relaxed pub setting.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Jugged Hare website for details.
Original Bagel
- First prepared in 1987 they have been perfecting the recipe for their bagels since.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit the Original Bagel website for details.
Origin City
- An authentic pasture to plate dining experience, showcasing the best, organic, heritage breed meats from their very own farm in Argyll.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit the Origin City website for details.
Apulia
- Apulia welcomes you in for a taste and experience of southern Italy!
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit the Apulia website for details.
Club Gascon
- Club Gascon is a Michelin-starred, contemporary French restaurant cooking imaginative plates of food inspired by the cuisine of southwest France.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit the Club Gascon website for details.
Restaurant St. Barts
- A British Tasting Menu experience for Dinner, and shorter Set Menu for Lunch, hidden in London’s Smithfield, overlooking the historical Church of St Bartholomew the Great.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit the Restaurant St. Barts website for details.
The Patio London
- A five-storey Contemporary Nigerian Restaurant.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Patio London website for details.
If you're in the North East of the City of London near Broadgate and Liverpool Street
Mr Fogg’s City Tavern, Broadgate
- An eccentric Victorian-style tavern serving draught beers, punches, expertly crafted cocktails and traditional British pub grub seven days a week..
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit Mr Fogg's City Tavern website for details.
Barcelona Tapas Bar & Restaurant
- Spanish Bar and Restaurant, for the authentic taste of Spain in London.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit Barcelona Tapas website for details.
Bar Douro
- Bar Douro brings authentic Portuguese food and wine to the heart of the City. Their elegant and comfortable dining space is adorned with authentic Portuguese blue and white azulejo tiles - plus covered, heated terrace; a Portuguese oasis in the City. Situated in Finsbury Avenue Square
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit Bar Douro website for details.
Eastway Brasserie at Andaz Hotel Liverpool Street
- Open for all day refreshments and dining, serving reinterpreted brasserie favourites such as grills, salads and a variety of hearty and vegetarian dishes. At weekends, join them to indulge in the ultimate brunch experience.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Eastway's website for details.
Emilia's Crafted Pasta
- The essence of Italian cuisine – freshness and simplicity. Italian pasta served in a casual way with the generosity and warm welcome of previous generations. Just as Nonna would have done it. 77 Alie Street, Aldgate, E1 8NH.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Emilia's Crafted Pasta website for details.
Jin Bo Law
- A stunning rooftop bar offering breathtaking panoramic views of the City skyline, accompanied by a delightful selection of beverages.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Jin Bo Law website for details.
José Pizarro Broadgate Circle
- A bustling, vibrant tapas bar in the heart of the City that serves José's signature tapas along side a wide range of Spanish wines, sherries, beers and of course big gin and tonic's. Enjoy their terrace where you can sit and watch the city social life come alive. 36 Broadgate, EC2M 1QS
- Open Monday to Saturday, 12:00pm – 9.30pm. Visit José Pizarro Broadgate Circle website for details.
Rake's Cafe Bar
- Lofty cafe & lounge with old-world moulding & plush seating for signature cocktails, coffee & comfort fare.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Rake's website for details.
The Star By Liverpool Street
- A pub and Karaoke Bar at the heart of the City of London.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Star By Liverpool Street website for details.
If you're in the West of the City of London near Fleet Street and St Paul's Cathedral:
Gazette Chancery, Tooks Court - Special Offers Available!
- A perfect spot for business lunches, drinks & nibbles after work, a little rural comfort in the heart of "decision making" London. They also feature a chef's Table and a "dine-in" wine cellar.
- Special offers*:
- Monday - Chateaubriand Special: Enjoy Chateaubriand served with Gazette Frites and Béarnaise sauce for £18.50. This is made with 100% grass-fed French Charolais and Black Angus beef, naturally reared in Surrey and aged for 28 days to ensure the best flavor.
- Tuesday - Oyster Special: Fresh Maldon oysters available at £2 per oyster(with a minimum order of three).
- Wednesday - Moules-Frites: A delightful 1kg of mussels with Gazette Frites for £13. Choose between classic Marinières, creamy Poulette, Roquefort, or Chorizo sauce.
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit the Gazette Chancery website for details.
Madison, One New Change - Special Offer Available!
- Stunning rooftop restaurant with views of St Paul's Cathedral, the restaurant takes inspiration from the lively and eclectic New York dining scene, with a focus on the grill and the best steaks from around the world.
- Special offer: Get 15% off the total bill for any restaurant bookings made in advance using the code 'OPEN HOUSE'.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Madison website for details.
The Counter, Club Quarters Hotel - Special Offer Available!
- Next to the iconic dome-shaped St. Paul’s Cathedral and the historic Stationers Hall, The Counter is the perfect spot for a coffee break, work meeting, or catch-up and offers speciality coffee, craft cocktails, fresh pastries and snacks.
- Special offer: Enjoy 20% off your order by quoting ‘Open House Festival’ and relax in the luxury surrounding of their Club Lounge.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Club Quarters website for details.
The Happenstance, Paternoster Square
- Nestled in the shadow of St Paul’s Cathedral sits this stunning bar & restaurant.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit The Happenstance website for details.
Hawksmoor, Guildhall/Bank - Special Offer Available!
- Award-winning restaurants serving British steak & sustainable seafood with great cocktail bars.
- Special offer*: 'Get a round of drinks on us [Hawksmoor Guildhall] when you dine at Hawksmoor Guildhall during the Open House Festival weekends.'
- The offer is available in Hawksmoor Guildhall
- The offer is available for up to 6 guests.
- The offer is available from the 14th and 22nd of September
- The offer is redeemable for lunch and dinner.
- Only 1 drink per person offered – beers, sommelier’s choice wines, Champagne, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Lunch or dinner must be purchased.
- Bookings required. Please quote Open House Festival Guildhall in notes or over the phone in order to redeem the offer. Please book at guildhall@thehawksmoor.com or alternatively 020 7397 8120
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit The Hawksmoor website for details.
Bread Street Kitchen & Bar - St Paul's
- Gordon Ramsay's Bread Street Kitchen & Bar is an all-day dining destination serving a globally inspired menu of classic Gordon Ramsay dishes.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Bread Street Kitchen & Bar website for details.
Lost Property St. Paul's - A Curio Collection by Hilton
- Hotel, Restaurant & Bar, Café
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Lost Property St. Paul's website for details.
Ping Pong Bow Bells House
- Enjoy dim sum, cocktails and cocktails
- Open Monday to Saturday. Visit Ping Pong's website for details.
Street Burger - Gordon Ramsay St Paul
- Elevated, American-style eats, including creative burgers, fries & shakes, from the noted TV chef.
- Open Tuesday to Saturday. Visit Street Burger website for details.
Blank Street Coffee
- By St Paul’s you’ll find Blank Street Coffee serving Espresso, Cold Brews, Iced Coffees, Matchas, Teas, Baked Goods, Grab & Go.
- Open Monday to Sunday. Visit Blank Street Coffee website for more details.
*T&Cs apply to all offers.
