20 of the best restaurants for business lunches in London

London is a global powerhouse for business lunches, where polished boardroom discussions seamlessly transition into memorable meals. From luxury dining rooms in Mayfair to more glamorous spots in London's cooler neighbourhoods, the city’s corporate dining scene is built around excellent service, refined menus and environments that make a strong impression. Business lunches in London are not just about food but about setting the right tone for partnerships, negotiations and networking in one of the world’s most dynamic capitals.

So, what does qualify a restaurant to earn the accolade of being somewhere for a good business lunch? Whatever your budget or taste, there are few things most of us want when we’re meeting colleagues or clients, so we’ve taken the liberty of ensuring all of the below options are ticking certain boxes. The location has to be handy to get to, because when hosting a business lunch in London there are sure to be guests coming from different areas of the city. The atmosphere must be discreet, since no doubt there will be sensitive topics to cover. And, finally, ideally there will be a please-all set menu that takes the faff out of the whole affair. When meeting to collaborate over lunch or dinner nobody wants to sacrifice the time and attention needed to make our way through a tomb, rather a satisfyingly short menu of crowd-pleasing classics is ideal so that snappy decisions and delicious plates are guaranteed.

While not essential, there is also merit in having meeting spaces at some of the best places for a business lunch in London. There are a whole host of the options below that can provide you with private dining spaces or meeting rooms, both small and large. 

Whether you are entertaining visiting clients or planning a mid-week team lunch, London offers a range of restaurants that cater to every style of corporate dining. Explore London’s best business lunch restaurants with our fail-safe guide, and discover why the city continues to attract professionals in search of standout food alongside stellar service. 

Muse by Tom Aikens, Belgravia

What: Two seasonal tasting menus at Muse combine exceptional, precise cooking with a bit of storytelling and flair, as Aikens produces some of his most intimate and personal work in this beautiful Georgian townhouse. The restaurant has a range of lovely spots for all manner of different business lunches and occasions, and the shorter of the two menus (currently six courses at the time of writing) can be finished in just an hour and a half.
Where: 38 Groom Place, SW1X 7BA
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Muse by Tom Aikens
Book now: Muse by Tom Aikens

Agrodolce, Fitzrovia

What: A bastion of Roman cooking in London, Agrodolce offers some brilliant menus for business lunches. The menu light costs just £15, offers two courses with a choice of salads for mains, and is perfect for those who might be a little short on time. The menu alla Romana, meanwhile, offers more substantial fare. Here, options include suppli and crocchette to start, mains like pinca margherita, pasta pomodoro, and taglionini cacio e pepe to follow, and a host of sides. Best of all, every menu finishes with an espresso, lending the whole affair the feel of a proper Roman lunch break rather than a rushed working meal.
Where: 67 Charlotte Street, W1T 4PH
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Agrocolce
Book now: Agrodolce

The Cinnamon Club, Westminster

What: Perfectly placed The Cinnamon Club finds its home in the heart of Westminster, just around the corner from The Houses of Parliament. The library setting creates a high-brow atmosphere and the fine-dining takes on Indian classics are sure to appeal to a broad set of guests. For lunch there’s a two or three course set menu, or if preferred there are tasting menus and a la carte options available both during the day and in the evening. For large business functions hire of the whole restaurant is a possibility, while there are various smaller areas like The Gallery and The Reading Room which make wonderful private spaces for groups.
Where: The Old Westminster Library, 30-32 Great Smith Street, SW1P 3BU
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at The Cinnamon Club
Book now: The Cinnamon Club

Benihana Chelsea

What: Many thousands of business deals must have been finalised over the table at Benihana over the years - the combination of excellent food and theatre makes it perfect for entertaining a client. Benihana chelsea offers a range of traditional lunch options, including hibachi chicken, salmon and prawns, as well as sushi combinations, lots of gyoze, and an excellent prawn tempura with light, crispy batter. Order speedily and you can be shaking hands and heading back to the office in the space of an hour.
Where: 77 King's Road, SW3 4NX
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Benihana Chelsea
Book now: Benihana Chelsea

OXO Tower Restaurant, South Bank

What: A classic choice for a business lunch, the OXO Tower Restaurant offers diners a modern European menu coupled with sweeping views of London’s skyline – ideal if you’re entertaining out of town contacts. The tasting menu guarantees an impressive experience with its seven courses, and you can of course add a drink pairing if required. The fish course might bring warm Dorset crab with a brown meat parfait while mains such as a braised ox cheek lasagne have timeless appeal.
Where: Barge House Street, SE1 9PH
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at OXO Tower Restaurant
Book now: OXO Tower Restaurant

Found Bar & Restaurant, St Pauls

What: Found Bar & Restaurant sits near St Paul’s and offers refined French and British dishes in an elegant yet relaxed setting, ideal for business lunches that require a blend of classic flavour and contemporary hospitality. The welcoming interiors are perfect for lively discussions over a menu that focuses on nostalgia, with dishes including prawn cocktail, beef bourguignon, and Knickerbocker Glory. There's also a glossy bar area that is a little more lively if that suits.
Where: Creed Lane, EC4V 5BR, United Kingdom
Book now: Found Bar & Restaurant

Goodman, City and Mayfair

What: Whether you’re heading out for a bite to eat in the City, or looking to wine and dine a client in Mayfair, Goodman offers a perfect choice with its polished setting and top quality dishes. Menus are steak-focused, with daily changing specials that spotlight cuts from the kitchen’s ageing room, alongside varied specials on the a la carte. The lunch menu offers a condensed selection of dishes, think beef carpaccio, turbot on the bone, or striploin with peppercorn sauce.
Where: 11 Old Jewry, EC2R 8DU; 26 Maddox Street, W1S 1QH
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Goodman City
Book now: Goodman City; Goodman Mayfair

Jamie Oliver Catherine St, Covent Garden

What: Nestled in Covent Garden, Jamie Oliver Catherine St brings a vibrant British feel to corporate dining with carefully crafted seasonal dishes and a sense of relaxed sophistication. The location is perfect for business lunches in the heart of the West End, combining familiar flavours with a stylish atmosphere that suits both casual and formal meetings.
Where: 6 Catherine Street, WC2B 5JY
Book now: Jamie Oliver Catherine St

The Wolseley Piccadilly, St James's

What: Still the grand dame of business lunches, The Wolseley Piccadilly has built a reputation on peerless service, drop-dead gorgeous interiors, and excellent, down-the-line food that never outshines the business of the day. If these walls could talk, they'd tell stories of the thousands of deals that have been rubber stamped over the pressed white tablecloths. After all these years, a visit to The Wolseley Piccadilly still feels special, and the menu has such huge range that there's really something for everyone. It's a perfect choice for just about any business lunch imagineable. 
Where: 160 Piccadilly, W1J 9EB
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at The Wolseley Piccadilly
Book now: The Wolseley Piccadilly

Origin City, Smithfield

What: If doing business over steak and good wine is what you're thinking, Origin City in Smithfields is a standout spot - the interiors are contemporary but still smart, and service is a nice balance of friendly without being too invasive. The restaurant has a dedication to great ingredients, with meat coming from its own farm in Scotland, and the quality shines through in the menu. Dry aged beef is a highlight, but there's something for everyone here.
Where: 12 West Smithfield, EC1A 9JR
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Origin City
Book now: Origin City

3 Gorges, Fitzrovia

What: 3 Gorges blends authentic Chinese flavours with elegant presentation, making it an excellent choice for business lunches that benefit from a bold yet refined culinary profile. Its polished environment and attentive service create the right setting for conversation and connection, and the cooking is stellar, with a huge menu of contemporary Cantonese cooking to choose from. 
Where: 36 Goodge Street, W1T 2QN
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at 3 Gorges
Book now: 3 Gorges

The MAINE Mayfair

What: The MAINE in Mayfair is known for its stylish interior and elevated menu, bringing American steakhouse excellence to London’s lunch scene. This refined yet lively restaurant is ideal for entertaining clients or celebrating business milestones in an impressive setting, and you hav eloads of options when it comes to private dining, from the brick-vaulted cellars to the stunning terrace. 
Where: 6 Medici Courtyard, W1S 1JY
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at The MAINE
Book now: The MAINE

Myrtos, South Kensington

What: Myrtos brings refined Greek cuisine to South Kensington, blending classic Mediterranean flavours with a setting that feels both relaxed and polished. Its thoughtful dishes and welcoming atmosphere make it a strong pick for business lunches where quality and character matter, and you have the option of booking a small semi-private area for something a little more intimate.
Where: 260-262 Brompton Road, SW3 2AS
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Myrtos
Book now: Myrtos

Hafez, Notting Hill

What: Hafez is a bit of an icon in Notting Hill, serving contemporary Persian cooking with bold flavours in a welcoming environment. The food alone makes it a memorable choice for business lunches that require something different, but the lively atmosphere and brilliant, friendly team bring a distinctive touch to corporate dining.
Where: 5 Hereford Road, W2 4AB
Book now: Hafez

MR PORTER, Mayfair

What: MR PORTER brings refined steakhouse dining to the Hilton Park Lane, offering a luxurious setting that's well suited to executive lunches and important client meetings. Striking interiors make an immediate impression, and the service is just as refined as you would hope, making this a great choice for big spending lunches where you really want to make an impression. 
Where: 22 Park Lane, W1K 1BE
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at MR PORTER
Book now: MR PORTER

Richoux, Fitzrovia

What: Richoux Langham Place blends classic French-inspired cuisine with a refined café-restaurant setting, perfect for business lunches that need to feel polished without fuss. Its central location supports convenient midday meetings with a reliable and elegant all-day menu. Grab a seat at the bar for something a little more relaxed and lively.
Where: 14-15 Langham Place, W1B 2QS
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Richoux
Book now: Richoux

Mareida, Fitzrovia

What: Mareida's bold Latin American cooking makes it a bit of an outlier in London - few restaurants explore the depth of Chilean ingredients and food with such clarity. The Great Portland Street location is excellent for anyone meeting in central London, and the slick, artistic interiors are good for business lunches with a creative twist. The energetic atmosphere pairs beautifully with thoughtful service and standout dishes.
Where: 160 Great Portland Street, W1W 5QA
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Mareida
Book now: Mareida

LAVO, Marylebone

What: LAVO’s Italian-inspired menu serves up some really elegant cooking, whilst the restaurant itself manages to neatly straddle the line between refined and glamorous. This is another good choice if you're looking to impress, and The BoTree has a growing reputation for mixology, so we'd recommend sampling a few cocktails whilst you're here. 
Where: The BoTree, 30 Marylebone Lane, W1U 2DR
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at LAVO
Book now: LAVO

Drake & Morgan, King's Cross

What: Conveniently located in the heart of King's Cross, Drake & Morgan is a suitably sophisticated spot for a business lunch. The restaurant is polished and contemporary, with smart leather booths and wooden parquet flooring, while the menu offers flexibility across the day. If you're attending a mid-morning catch-up, enjoy a light salad or a brunch burger, and if a late afternoon meeting is on the schedule, you might prefer a hearty sausage and mash.
Where: 6 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG
Organising a private lunch? Take a look at private dining options at Drake & Morgan
Book now: Drake & Morgan at King's Cross

Pinna, Mayfair

What: Lux Mayfair restaurant Pinna combines Mediterranean warmth with refined service, offering an elegant space in Mayfair that suits high-profile business lunches. The creative menu is home to some of the most sumptuous, impressive Italian cooking in London, and the stylish dining room is sure to push a big deal over the line. Ideal for corporate dining that leaves a strong impression.
Where: 43 Curzon Street, W1J 7UF
Book now: Pinna

London’s corporate dining scene is as diverse as it is impressive, offering venues that cater to every style and purpose of business lunch. From classic fine dining to vibrant modern restaurants, there’s something for every professional occasion.

Explore and book these exceptional restaurants through SquareMeal to ensure your next business lunch reflects the best of what London has to offer. If you're looking to entertain on a budget then don't miss our guide to the most affordable private dining rooms for corporates.