Story Cellar

"Whether you’re seated upstairs or down, you’ll be well looked after at the sleek brasserie. Water glasses are refreshed whenever they’re half-empty, chic table lamps give everyone a healthy glow even after sitting through Les Mis, and French food hits the mark even if prices stack up quickly. You could come for a good-value rotisserie chicken, chips, and salad, but then you’d be missing out on brilliant starters like umami-rich snail “bolognaise” on toast." - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing, sinead cranna, rianne shlebak

"For a sophisticated pre or post-theatre meal, Story Cellar is an excellent option. Whether you’re seated upstairs or down, you’ll be well looked after at the sleek brasserie. Water glasses are refreshed whenever they’re half-empty, chic table lamps give everyone a healthy glow even after sitting through Les Mis, and French food hits the mark even if prices stack up quickly. You could come for a good-value rotisserie chicken, chips, and salad, but you’d be missing out on brilliant starters like umami-rich snail “bolognaise” on toast." - sinead cranna, jake missing, rianne shlebak, daisy meager

"A two Michelin Star restaurant offering a special multi-course lunch." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

"For a sophisticated pre or post-theatre meal, Story Cellar in Covent Garden is an excellent option. Whether you’re seated upstairs or down, you’ll be well looked after at the sleek brasserie. Water glasses are refreshed whenever they’re half-empty, chic table lamps give everyone a healthy glow even after sitting through Les Mis, and French food hits the mark even if prices stack up quickly. While you could come for a good-value rotisserie chicken, chips, and salad, you’d be missing out on brilliant starters like umami-rich snail “bolognaise” on toast and agnolotti bobbing in buttery sauce with sweet, soft pearl onion. An elegant space like this deserves a bit of a blowout anyway. photo credit: Ceri Davies photo credit: Story Cellar photo credit: Ceri Davies" - Daisy Meager

"A lively younger sibling to Story, this bistro de luxe in the heart of Covent Garden offers a relaxed experience with an emphasis on counter dining. There are tables available too, but overlooking the open kitchen is the place to be for a view of the grill-centric cooking. Steaks, fish of the day and rotisserie chicken form the basis of the menu, with bold flavours and generous portions duly delivered. Ensure you leave room for a classic desserts like strawberries and cream trifle." - Michelin Inspector