25+ Of The Best Restaurant Vouchers in London to Gift in 2024

Last updated on April 1st, 2024 at 09:11 pm

The hit that the hospitality and entertainment industry took during the pandemic is devastating, and has had a knock on effect that establishments are still feeling, especially with the increasing cost of living. One way of supporting London restaurants is to buy gift vouchers direct from the restaurant, to use at a later date. There are numerous vouchers available through third party websites, however the restaurant vouchers below are bought direct from the business, ensuring that the restaurants get maximum revenue from your purchase.

Gifting a London restaurant voucher is a win-win; the purchase gives the establishments a much needed boost of income, and you get a meal out to look forward to without having to foot a large bill at the end!

We’ve researched the best restaurant vouchers in London so you won’t be stuck for a birthday, anniversary or ‘just because’ present again.

L-R: Cocktails at The Ned; Reception at The Savoy; Sunday Roast at The Coal Shed

The Best Restaurant Vouchers in London: A-Z

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Bancone: Buy here
A regular on ‘best pasta in London’ lists, Bancone has won the City’s hearts with mouth-watering fresh pasta at exceptional prices. Well priced, but definitely still fancy enough for a date night or birthday celebration.

Blacklock: Buy here
If you’re gifting to someone that loves meat, Blacklock is the restaurant gift voucher for you. Opened by ex-Hawksmoor employees, the menu is dedicated to chops, with the menu split into skinny chops, steaks and big chops, as well as the ‘all in’ roast on a Sunday.

Burger and Lobster: Buy here
B&L does exactly what it says on the tin; incredible quality burgers and Atlantic lobster, in all manner of combinations. With nine locations in London, this isn’t your average burger chain and is more of a treat burger.

The Cheese Bar @ Seven Dials Market: Buy here
Think Yo Sushi, but for cheese. An ingenious idea, The Cheese Bar is the world’s first cheese conveyor belt. Offering bottomless plates off the conveyor, grilled cheese or baked cheese, these are the perfect restaurant voucher for the cheesy lover in your life.

The Coal Shed: Buy here
Celebrating high quality meat and fish, The Coal Shed is a modern open plan grill with a separate cocktail bar. The sample menu includes line caught Hake, BBQ short rib and lamp rump, and I can vouch that their Sunday sharing roasts are divine.

Related: ‘Places to Eat in London: The London Lifestyle’s A-Z Guide‘

Dishoom: Buy here
Paying homage to the old Irani cafes and food of Bombay, Dishoom brings high quality Indian food to London. There are no kormas and bright orange tikka masalas here, the concept is to order a few dishes for your table and dig in, tapas style.

Hawksmoor: Buy here
We would try and tell you what an outstanding steak restaurant Hawksmoor is, however the fact that the group topped an online poll of restaurants that Londoners couldn’t wait to return to after Covid says it all. The menu is a carnivore’s dream, with nine different cuts of steak and extras including lobster, grilled bone marrow and maple bacon

Hakkasan: Buy here
A fancy Cantonese restaurant in the heart of Mayfair, Hakkasan sports a Michelin Star and several menus on offer. Choose from a variety of set menus ranging from £78 to £208, a tasting menu or bottomless brunch; a gift that’s sure to be appreciated for a special meal.

The Ivy: Buy here
I refuse to believe that there’s anyone out there that hasn’t heard of The Ivy. These gift vouchers are ideal to have in your pocket for any time of day, whether that’s brunch, cocktails or a full blown dinner.

J. Sheekey: Buy here
A classy restaurant established in the eighties, and where photos of the celebrity clientele line the walls, J. Sheekey is the place to go for the best fish, seafood and the famous J. Sheekey fish pie.

Joe Allen: email vouchers@joeallen.co.uk
Marketed as “the classic theatreland American brasserie”, Joe Allen exudes class with a touch of old school glamour. A far cry from the American style restaurants that traditionally spring to mind; there’s no greasy hot dogs here, instead white tablecloths and an extensive wine list. 

The Ned: Buy here
Eight restaurants and bars surround a bandstand complete with live band in this five star hotel and members club. Choose from a monetary voucher for cocktails, brunch or dinner, or specific vouchers for afternoon tea, with or without champagne. The atmosphere and interior is beautiful, making The Ned a special location for just about any occasion.

Passyunk Avenue: Buy here
With an aim to always provide their patrons with a bit of authentic, Philadelphia-style America, Passyunk is a self-proclaimed dive bar in Fitzrovia. The perfect place to eat yourself silly from their extensive menu (with American-sized portions) then while away the hours with a few pints.

Paternoster Chop House: Buy here
Serving as The First Dates restaurant in it’s previous location, Paternoster Chop House is a modern British restaurant with a varied menu. Choose from classics such as a burger, fish and chips or sausage and mash, to Cornish mussels, pan fried hake or meats cooked over charcoal.

Roka: Buy here
With four branches in London, Roka is a Japanese restaurant with mouth-watering sushi, gyozas and skewers to name a few. With a variety of menus as well as bottomless brunch at the weekend, you don’t need to be a sushi lover to enjoy Roka.

The Savoy: Buy here
Nestled on The Strand, The Savoy is a hotel that needs no introduction. For a special post-pandemic treat, choose from gift vouchers for a roast for two, cocktails, a champagne breakfast for two, afternoon tea or simply a monetary voucher towards an undoubtedly special meal out.

Snap up a bargain on a three course lunch for two at Gordon Ramsay’s Savoy Grill here.

Six By Nico: Buy here
The concept at Six By Nico is simple: a six course tasting menu that changes every six weeks. When we visited the menu was ‘The Chippie’; six fish based courses finished with a posh deep fried Mars Bar with Irn Bru sorbet. Doesn’t sound like it should work, but boy it did! With branches in Fitzrovia and Canary Wharf, this is the ideal restaurant for a treat or celebration.

Check out our trip to Six By Nico on Instagram here

Sky Garden: Buy here
One of the most beautiful views of London, Sky Garden sits at the top of the Walkie Talkie building and is the perfect spot for panoramic views of the City. The vouchers can be used the Darwin Brasserie, Fenchurch Restaurant or the Sky Pod , City Garden or Terrace bars.

Smiths: Buy here
Featured in the Michelin food guide, expect outstanding fish and seafood at this stylish restaurant overlooking the Thames. Those that prefer meat aren’t excluded, with chicken, lamb and beef also on the menu, alongside an extensive cocktail, gin and wine menu.

STK: Buy here
Located in the ME Hotel on The Strand, STK is a fun destination for a classy celebration. With steak dominating the menu alongside sides such as lobster mac & cheese or Parmesan truffle fries, expect well dressed diners and a DJ to keep the vibes going all night.

Temper: Buy here
All food is cooked in front of you using only wood and charcoal at these unique barbecue, steak and open fit pit restaurants.

100 Wardour Street: Buy here
The fun never stops at 100 Wardour Street; with a bar and lounge on the ground floor and a full on restaurant cum club on the lower ground floor. The kind of place where good intentions go out the window when the live band starts and you’re a few cocktails in..

Other London Gift Vouchers: Bars and Experiences

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ABQ: Buy here
This one’s for any Breaking Bad lovers out there. Step into the RV, pull on an apron and disposable mask and get mixing. The world’s first immersive molecular cocktail bar.

Alcotraz: Buy here
Pull on your orange jumpsuit and smuggle your liquor into Alcotraz immersive prison bar for a different night out (well, technically in). Take a spirit along with you and the ‘wardens’ will mix you cocktails to your taste during the interactive prison experience.

BYOC: Buy here
A speakeasy in Camden, BYOC (Bring Your Own Cocktail) is the place to go to taste some of the best cocktails you will ever have had. Rock up with a bottle of spirit and your personal bartender will mix you up five cocktails with that spirit as a base. Don’t expect any of your standard happy hour cocktails here, their concoctions will be nothing like you have ever tasted before. (Top tip, befriend your waiter and they might make you shots with your leftover liquor once your two hours are up)!

The Cauldron: Buy here
An immersive cocktail bar themed on the mystical magic of potions. Don a cloak and magic wand and begin using molecular mixology, science & technology to create cocktails like no other. A must-buy gift voucher for any Harry Potter fanatics.

Flight Club Social Darts: Buy here
One of my favourite activity bars in London, I can’t think of someone that wouldn’t want to receive a voucher for Flight Club. Strictly not just for the darts pros, there are various games to play for all abilities at Flight Club, guaranteed to bring out the competitive streak in everyone.

Laki Kane: Buy here
A tropical paradise in the heart of Islington, Laki Kane is a tiki bar meets Thai restaurant. Though I am yet to try the food, the cocktails transport you to a beach far, far away and the cocktail making classes make a unique evening out.

Little Nan’s: Buy here
Little Nan’s Deptford oozes charm, cosiness and comfort in the way that only a truly cool bar can. You could say it’s like having a drink at your actual Nan’s, if only your Nan served blinding cocktails and pumping tunes. Read our whole post on Little Nan’s here.

Mr Fogg’s: Buy here
A collection of six bars around the City, Mr Fogg’s are a group of eccentric bars based on the adventures of explorer Phineas Fogg. Expect beautiful botanical decor and bespoke cocktails in each venue.

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And there we have over twenty five restaurant vouchers that can be used in London, which would make the ideal gift whilst simultaneously supporting the hospitality industry. Purchasing some London gift vouchers now can even help you to tick some things off your London bucket list later in the year. Why not see if your local pub or family run restaurant are doing vouchers?