Palm Court Brasserie

Walk up King Street towards the Royal Opera House and you'll stumble into this proper old-school brasserie—all high ceilings, ornate plasterwork, and that specific kind of buzz that only comes from a room full of people actually enjoying themselves. It's the kind of place where you feel like you've stepped into London's theatrical past (which, given the Opera House proximity, is entirely intentional). The menu leans into comforting brasserie classics: think steak frites, confit duck, and seafood done without fuss. Prices sit in that sweet spot where you're not paying Mayfair money but you're definitely eating well.