Our favourite thing about summer in London is being outside and enjoying the city at every opportunity. Just for you, we have selected our favourite terraces and outside spaces from across Portman Marylebone to enjoy London in the sunshine, whether you’re in the area for dinner or catching up with friends over cocktails, it’s time to get your sunglasses out!
Our favourite Spots for Alfresco Dining
A.O.K
A.O.K. Kitchen is known for its stylish setting and healthy food options with a menu free from refined sugar and conscious to limit dairy and gluten. We recommend booking for brunch in the sunshine with a cocktail too of course.
52-55 Dorset Street, London W1U 7NH
Chourangi
Just a stone’s throw from Oxford Street, Chourangi is nestled on Old Quebec Street, the southern gateway into our neighbourhood. Specialising in the underexplored flavours of Calcutta, we recommend ordering a selection of Biryanis for the table to share.
3 Old Quebec Street, London W1H 7AF
Clarette
The newly refurbished terrace at Clarette is set to open for bookings on 20 June. The perfect setting to share a flight of fine French wines or enjoy a summer cocktail. We recommend sampling the Orange Wine Flight, perfect for a summer’s day.
44 Blandford Street, London W1U 7HS
Donostia
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean…in the London sunshine with Donosita, sister restaurant to Lurra situated across the road on Seymour Place. Serving Basque inspired tapas and pintxo dishes, it is certainly a summer hot spot so we recommend to book ahead.
10 Seymour Place, London W1H 7ND
The Italian Greyhound
Dine on innovative Italian cuisine and familiar modern Italian cooking, championing sustainable and quality producers. The outdoor terrace at The Italian Greyhound is decorated with calm neutral tones and is dog friendly. Walk-ins are welcome but we recommend you book ahead on a sunny day.
62 Seymour Street, London W1H 5BN
Jikoni
Founded by Ravinder Bhogal, Jikoni draws on mixed heritage, flavours and culinary traditional from Britain, Africa and the east, serving delicious Asian comfort food.
19-21 Blandford Street, London W1U 3DH
Lurra
Perfectly appointed with a large airy courtyard at the back and outside tables at the front, Lurra offers a Basque menu focused on chargrilled fare, think sharing plates like 14 year old Galician beef, whole grilled turbot or slow-cooked shoulder of lamb. For cheesecake lovers we recommend the Basque cheesecake, you can thank us later.
9 Seymour Place, London W1H 5BA
Nobu Hotel London Portman Square Terrace
This summer the Nobu terrace is another stylish location to take your friends if you’re looking to impress. New for this year try the Taste of Nobu platter in partnership with Whispering Angel, available throughout both lunch and dinner where you can indulge in some of Chef Nobu’s world-renowned favourites including Black Cod Butter Lettuce Wraps.
22 Portman Square, London W1H 7BG
Trishna
For a special occasion Trishna, the Michelin star restaurant should be at the top of your list this summer. Enjoy the cuisine from the coastal regions of India. The menu combines traditional cooking with modern dishes, focusing on bold flavours and seasonality.
15 – 17 Blandford Street, London W1U 3DG
ULI
A relatively new addition to the neighbourhood, ULI on Seymour Place offers a calm and tranquil setting, with bay windows opening to give it’s terrace an indoor/outdoor feel. Dine on Asian fusion taking inspiration from traditional Chinese, Thai, Malay and Singaporean disciplines.
15 Seymour Place, London W1H 5BE
Zayna
A popular North Indian and Pakistani restaurant, Zayna serves up an exciting variation of traditional Indian dishes with a focus on seasonal specials and an extensive cocktail list. Ideally located on New Quebec Street, Zayna’s outdoor seating is the perfect spot to watch the world go by whilst enjoying the atmosphere.
25 New Quebec Street, London W1H 7SF
Our Favourite Pubs & Bars for a Tiple in the sunshine
The Carpenters Arms
If you want to feel like a local, this pub is the place to enjoy a drink and some bar snacks on scenic Seymour Place with exciting variety of Ales and Lagers on offer.
12 Seymour Place, London WH1 7NE
Chiltern Firehouse
Fancy an afternoon of sipping cocktails on one of London’s most stylish streets? Look no further than Chiltern Firehouse, take in the ambiance of the red brick and cool atmosphere with a French 75 in hand, an Instagrammable opportunity not to be missed.
1 Chiltern Street, London W1U 7PA
Churchill Bar & Terrace
For a special occasion with friends, The Churchill Bar & Terrace is one for your radar. The luxury cocktail bar is home to a team of award winning mixologists. Evoking the fresh embrace of the sea, the bars new signature cocktail offering, UNITY by Water, is a playful array of cleverly conceived drinks.
30 Portman Square, London W1H 7BH
The Grazing Goat
Named as a nod to our neighbourhood’s original use as land for grazing goats in the 1500’s. This pub is a must try for when you’re next in town, gather under its awning with friends for a traditional British pub dinner or a crisp pint on a hot day in the gorgeous setting of New Quebec Street.
6 New Quebec Street, London W1H 7RQ
Philglas & Swiggot
For casual drinks with a small group of wine connoisseurs, Philglas & Swiggot have a vast range of fine bottles to choose from and enjoy with a Charcuterie board on its cosy terrace.
22 New Quebec Street, London W1H 7SB
The Portman Pub
Nestled at the top corner of Seymour Place, The Portman is a traditional, family-owned gastropub offering a seasonal menu complimented by an excellent range of local and continental craft beer and a wine list to match. We recommend taking your pick from the selection of real ales from around the country.
51 Upper Berkely Street, London W1H 7QW
Our Favourite Café Spots to Enjoy Your Coffee Outside
Blank Street
Enjoy Blank Street’s top of the range specialty coffees from around the world alongside their clean and fresh locally sourced food just a stone’s throw away from Oxford Street on Old Quebec Street.
Walk ins only
1 Old Quebec Street, London W1H 7AF
Boxcar Baker & Deli
The perfect spot to take an aesthetically pleasing foodie picture of Boxcar Baker & Deli’s renowned pastries which are both visually stunning and most importantly utterly delicious. Be sure to beat the crowds on a sunny day for a table outside, as this café accommodates for walk ins only.
Walk ins only
7A Wyndham Place W1H 1PN
Chiltern Street Deli
Providing homemade treats and coffee, Chiltern Street Deli is easy going spot with a New York Deli vibe to relax with your morning coffee on a summer’s day. We recommend also checking out the deli products on sale too to spice up your kitchen cupboards.
Walk ins only
27 Chiltern Street, London W1U 7PJ
Daisy Green
A slice of the golden coast on the corner of New Quebec Street, Daisy Green offers contemporary Australian dishes and is the perfect setting for brunch outside. For those with a sweet tooth, Daisy Green’s famous lamingtons never fail to disappoint.
20 Seymour Street, London W1H 7HX
Food Filosophy
Food Filosophy is a modern Mediterranean café and deli located on George Street that serves a selection of traditional Greek dishes, extensive brunch, homemade quality sandwiches, salads, juices and traditional Greek desserts to eat in or take away.
Walk ins only
31 George Street, London W1U 3QB
Gail’s Bakery
Enjoy fresh and handmade bread, pastries and cakes served with Gail’s carefully-sourced house blend specialty coffee on thier beautiful terrace seating on Seymour Place.
Walk ins only
4-6 Seymour Place, London W1H 7NA
Seymour Kitchen
Visit Seymour Kitchen to delight in their daily food display of brunch and lunch like vibrant salads, savoury vegetarian frittatas, and delectable dips, perfect for dine-in from 12 noon through to the evening.
5A Seymour Place, London W1H 5BA
SO French
SO French offers delights from France, baked and prepared using the most traditional methods and sourced from local artisans and families. Most of their products are sold for the first time in the UK and can exclusively be found at SO French Café.
Walk ins only
21 Seymour Place, London W1H 5BH
Souli
Souli specialises in breakfast, lunch and tea all of which is made fresh on site. Enjoy award winning coffee and sandwiches on their outside seating nestled on the corner of George Street and Manchester Street.
Walk ins only
17 George Street, London W1U 3QN