From oysters perfectly paired with champagne to a must-try beef, Guinness and oyster pie check out the best spots to enjoy the shellfish across London with images available
Ekstedt at The Yard: Trio of Oysters & Wine Pairing
Located within the iconic Great Scotland Yard Hotel, Ekstedt at the Yard is celebrating the start of the season with a new Oyster & Wine Pairing (£29), featuring a trio of oysters paired perfectly with a glass of premium Sussex sparkling wine. Creating a flavourful and rich culinary experience, enjoy the Classic Oyster with charlotte vinaigrette, a Cold Smoked Oyster served with fermented salsify and foam, and the restaurant’s renowned Flambadou Oyster with juniper smoked apple and molten beef dripping.
Address:3-5 Great Scotland Yard, London SW1A 2HN
Website: www.ekstedtattheyard.com
The Guinea Grill: Beef, Guinness and Oyster Pie
One of London’s oldest pubs and an iconic Mayfair institution, take a gastronomic journey backwards in time at The Guinea Grill, where there’s silver service and an unchanged à la carte menu from Head Chef Thiago Brigidi, including oysters specials. Priced at £24, enjoy ½ dozen Rock Oysters with shallot mignonette, or go above and beyond with the pub’s signature Beef, Guinness and Oyster pie (£35). The Guinea Grill is now open for bookings and walk-ins seven days a week from 11am-11pm (Sundays from 12pm).
Address: 30 Bruton Pl, Mayfair, W1J 6NL
Website: www.theguinea.co.uk
Rick Stein Barnes: Oysters & Champagne Terrace with Veuve Clicquot
Nestled away in the heart of South West London, Rick Stein Barnes hosts the perfect backdrop for a long weekend lunch or leisurely catch-up with friends. Begin your evening by soaking up the summer sun on the new Veuve Clicquot terrace, with a special aperitivo offer of two glasses of Veuve Clicquot Champagne alongside six classic oysters between two for £50, before heading inside to dine of the freshest seafood from Cornwall with riverside views of the Thames.
Address: Tideway Yard, 125 Mortlake High St, London SW14 8SW
Website: rickstein.com/restaurants/rick-stein-barnes
Kapara: Curious Oyster
Make your dinner extra shucking good with a round of Curious Oysters, served in true Kapara fashion – with a small crisp glass of Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label Brut! Slurp down a fresh Malden oyster, topped with tomato & chilli chutney, sumac cured shallots and raspberry vinegar – perfect for both oyster aficionados and novices alike. Oysters can be enjoyed as a single with a glass of champagne for £12, with options of six and a dozen also available, either on the suntrap terrace or inside the glamourous restaurant.
Address: 14 Greek St, James Court, London W1D 4AL
Website: https://kapara.co.uk/
Lilienblum: Maldon Oyster with Chopped Salad
One of London’s most theatrical restaurants, Lilienblum oozes magic and innovation, with an eccentric and playful menu focusing on family-style sharing and seasonal dishes. Curated by world renowned celebrity chef, Eyal Shani, slurp and sip your way to pure bliss with the restaurant’s freshly shucked Maldon oyster, accompanied with a fresh chopped salad of delicately cut tomatoes, red onion, cucumber and parsley, seasoned with olive oil and lemon (priced from £4.50 per oyster) – pair with a glass of crisp white wine, the perfect combination.
Address: 80 City Road London, EC1Y 2BJ
Website: www.lilienblum.co.uk
