Brasserie Max at the Covent Garden Hotel

Afternoon tea, Brasserie, British, Fish, Hotel Bars, Modern European, Steak, Vegetarian·
££££
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Bronze Award
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SquareMeal Review of Brasserie Max at the Covent Garden Hotel

Bronze Award

A lesson in boutique charm, Brasserie Max combines homeliness with a sense of style – no wonder it’s popular with visiting celebs staying at the Covent Garden Hotel. Equally pleasant for breezy business lunches, chic afternoon tea or dinner à deux, the menu is a mix of classics and on-trend favourites ranging from Dorest crab with avocado and paprika mayo, veal chops and Dover sole to Thai beef salad, pepper-crusted yellowfin tuna, and roast cod with chorizo and saffron potatoes. Apart from the occasional misfire, the cooking is mostly on target (witness well-balanced crispy sea bass with ginger-steamed Asian greens and sesame), and desserts such as plum tarte tatin or dark chocolate brownie rarely disappoint. The wine list features plenty of decent choices, and super-smooth service is a bonus.

Good to know

Average Price
££££ - £30 - £49
Cuisines
Afternoon tea, Brasserie, British, Fish, Hotel Bars, Modern European, Steak, Vegetarian
Ambience
Cosy, Lively, Luxury, Romantic, Unique
Food Occasions
Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner, Lunch, Sunday roast
Alfresco And Views
Outside seating
Special Features
Counter dining, Gluten-free options, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wheelchair access
Perfect for
Birthdays, Celebrations, Dates, Romantic, Special occasions

FAQs

Can you book at Brasserie Max at the Covent Garden Hotel?

Yes

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Does Brasserie Max at the Covent Garden Hotel offer gluten-free options?

Yes

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What is the dress code at Brasserie Max at the Covent Garden Hotel?

We do not have a dress code

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What is the menu like at Brasserie Max at the Covent Garden Hotel?

We have a seasonally changing menu with fish, meat, vegetarian and vegan options. We also serve a bar food menu all day

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Location

Covent Garden Hotel, 10 Monmouth Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9HB

020 7806 1000 020 7806 1000

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Opening Times

Breakfast
Mon 07:30-11:00
Tue 07:30-11:00
Wed 07:30-11:00
Thu 07:30-11:00
Fri 07:30-11:00
Sat 08:00-12:00
Sun 08:00-12:00
Lunch
Mon 12:00-15:00
Tue 12:00-15:00
Wed 12:00-15:00
Thu 12:00-15:00
Fri 12:00-15:00
Sat 12:00-15:00
Sun 12:00-15:00
Afternoon Tea
Mon 13:00-16:00
Tue 13:00-16:00
Wed 13:00-16:00
Thu 13:00-16:00
Fri 13:00-16:00
Sat 13:00-16:00
Sun 13:00-16:00
Dinner
Mon 17:00-23:00
Tue 17:00-23:00
Wed 17:00-23:00
Thu 17:00-23:00
Fri 17:00-23:00
Sat 17:00-23:00
Sun 17:00-23:00
Bar
Mon 07:30-23:45
Tue 07:30-23:45
Wed 07:30-23:45
Thu 07:30-23:45
Fri 07:30-23:45
Sat 07:30-23:45
Sun 07:30-23:45

Reviews

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19 Reviews 
Food/Drink
Service
Atmosphere
Value

Anonymous

08 June 2023   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 3.5
Service 4
Atmosphere 3.5
Value 4

Katie H

28 April 2023   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 3
Service 4
Atmosphere 4.5
Value 3.5

lovely room, good service but the food is not amazing for the price

Gill C

01 January 2023   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Good gluten free options

Great food, great service and good gf options 

Uche E

12 December 2022   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 3

The ambience was great. The food was excellent and the staff were superb. Great recommendations on the cocktails. 

Lori K

27 November 2022   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Thanksgiving Dinner!

Fantastic Thanksgiving dinner! Great atmosphere too! We loved it! 

melinda T

01 May 2022   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 1
Service 1
Atmosphere 1
Value 1

Rip off. Slow service

Anon

06 February 2022   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
First class dining

Magical atmosphere - fabulous food - splendid decor - attentive waiters - thank you! 

Anon

10 October 2021   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 3
Service 1.5
Atmosphere 2.5
Value 1.5
Fine but wouldn’t go back

It's a great location and the space itself is pleasant enough.

The service was basic at best: neither attentive nor exacting. We had to chase food and drinks which were sloppily placed on the table when they did arrive (staff standing in one spot and leaning across the table to serve everyone, for example). I wouldn't have given this a second thought had this been a cheap eat but it very much was not.

The food tasted good but was overpriced, and there was an astronomical mark-up on the wine.

I don't make a habit of writing reviews, less so negative ones, but the dinner fell very short of expectations.

Anon

10 October 2021   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 3
Service 1.5
Atmosphere 2.5
Value 1.5
Fine but wouldn’t go back

It's a great location and the space itself is pleasant enough.

The service was basic at best: neither attentive nor exacting. We had to chase food and drinks which were sloppily placed on the table when they did arrive (staff standing in one spot and leaning across the table to serve everyone, for example). I wouldn't have given this a second thought had this been a cheap eat but it very much was not.

The food tasted good but was overpriced, and there was an astronomical mark-up on the wine.

I don't make a habit of writing reviews, less so negative ones, but the dinner fell very short of expectations.

Anon

03 January 2020   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 4
Service 1.5
Atmosphere 3
Value 3
Service was slow and we had a extra long wait fir our meal

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