Mortimer House Kitchen in City of London, Westminster

Stumbled across this place whilst looking for, well, something that looked and felt exactly as it did. Result! The interior is a lovely place to sit. Stylish cafe vibe with comfortable seating areas that are well spread out and punctuated with fauna and dressed tables. A fantastic breakfast menu that had an Italian flair to it - a welcome change! I went for the nduja focaccia, which was absolutely delicious. I’d have maybe sliced the bread horizontally to have a wider, shallow bread, rather than slices, although presentationally it did look nice. The potato rostis were good until you got into the middle where they weren’t cooked through unfortunately - the bricks were probably just too big for the heat to properly penetrate when being fried. Coffee ok but not outstanding. I didn’t realise it’s also a members club - no opinion one way or the other here but worth mentioning.

Lovely place but quality, hospitality & service seems to be lacking. Went for coffee; simple order extra hot latte, turmeric latte, crisp and almonds! what could go wrong! Lattes were requested to be extra hot. They arrived cold (not warm). Probably left out too long? When asked to change them go face making attitude. Crisps out of a packet; stale and inedible. When asked to take them off the bill again raised eye brows. I have no idea how these places survive in ultra competitive London.

If you know and love me you know I am a fan of PBS and Masterpiece, so I have always had a strong desire to visit London simply based on many books and shows I have fallen in love with. How could I have an early morning long layover and my first stop not be to enjoy what so many have coined a proper English Breakfast! I haven’t always been convinced about eating beans first thing in the morning, but these had a spicy kick and an unexpected tang that worked beautifully with the eggs, grilled tomatoes, rounded potatoes and mushrooms. I am a sucker for a char grilled sausage, this was done just how I love it, dark yet not burned, and who doesn’t love streaky bacon! This meal comes with toast, and you can order up your favorite breakfast beverage. I went for Earl Grey because it’s my favorite and I couldn’t leave without ordering a “spot of tea”! This is a nice spot, in a location with lots of shopping, touristy things to do, and a short walk from the train station. I could have sat here for hours sipping and people watching, this is the type of cozy vibe I imagined myself enjoying in London! If I return , this is such a welcoming spot, I will have to drop by again and repeat this experience. So if you find yourself searching for breakfast, give Mortimer House Kitchen a go, I plan to return, and don’t forget to tell them Unnerved Traveler sent you! Enjoy!

We went with family, whilst visiting in London, to celebrate a birthday. From the minute we arrived we had a great time. We sat for a drink at the bar, the barman looking after us excellently, making us laugh and serving a great cocktail. Our meal was fantastic. The menu different and exciting. My Macaroni with taleggio and black truffle was superb, followed by Melanzane alla Parmigiana, again really tasty all of our party said the food was outstanding. It’s a beautiful restaurant with amazing food and service. Everything was great and all agreed we should go back the next time we’re down.

Popped in for lunch, we both had the prawn starter which was really good, I then ordered the chicken burger, with plain Mayo not truffle which they done however they put cheese on the chicken which was not mentioned on the menu which ruined it, I hate melted cheese, we were are short on time so had to get as much cheese off as I could before eating it as didn’t have time to wait for another one to be cooked, shame as the chicken would have been really tasty without the cheesy taste on it, I hope they update the menu to mention this. Friendly staff

Hello! The experience in this restaurant was really good. The food, the coffee and tee were amazing and delicious. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I really recommend this restaurant. 🤗

This was a fantastic and comfortable place to eat dinner as a couple. The food was delicious and affordable.

Very disappointing. An aesthetically very pleasing establishment but food very mediocre. Prawn starter was slimy, grainy and very disgusting. Prices are way above the quality of food served.

Excellent food and good value. Friendly staff too. A really well run restaurant. We very much enjoyed our lunch there!!

Lovely setting and fantastic service. The food was ok- I had avo on toast which was nothing spectacular and small portions for the price but it’s central London and it was tasty. Bloody Mary was amazing!! I had two! I would go again as it’s a nice experience and maybe the other food is better. Quick service as well! Thanks to the servers. Very impressed

Fabulous service. The food is amazing and amaretto sour gorgeous. Luxurious and comfortable and friendly knowledgeable staff. We found quite by accident. But what a treat

What a great experience. We stumbled upon the restaurant after a show & I am happy we did. The space is stellar, a relaxed contemporary vibe. The menu was simple, but with enough options to make anyone happy & everything we had was delicious. The service was the high point, the server was attentive & knowledgeable without being overwhelming. In hospitality one of the best feelings is to be taken care of & I can say that the table felt incredibly taken care of. We were not rushed or dismissed even though we were one of the last tables in the restaurant. A definite suggestion to anyone visiting London.

Friendly staff and lovely food. The house breakfast was delicious! A bit on the expensive side for a family breakfast, but definitely worth it!

Went for dinner as a family, booked in advance. Great atmosphere, nice/quick service, delicious food. The place is modern, has a great vibe and is latge enough that they can separate large groups (literally behind a thick curtain), couples vs families. Would recommend and would go back again.

Whether you are having coffee, meeting friends or dining for business you will not be disappointed. The staff are all friendly and accommodating to any request. If you pop through to the check in desk within Mortimer House you may meet a special little superstar!

We were in a rush and only had 35 minutes. More next time.Moral ? From algeria took charge and hot us excellent food and wine quickly. Excellent trout ceviche and vegetable tempura. Heavy haloumi. Reasonable prices and space. We will go back.

We stumbled upon this place when we were walking around the area and noticed there was a lot of locals instead of tourists so decided to see if we could get a table. The receptionist was able to get us a table which we really appreciated as they had a number of bookings. The food was delicious and well presented. I liked that you could see the open kitchen and there was a lovely atmosphere for a Sunday morning which was very relaxing. They have a number of juices which we all tried different ones which were very refreshing.

Very upbeat and smart restaurant - fit out is stylish and modern with plenty of room between tables. We were a larger group and felt fully catered. Started with drinks at the bar (great looking space) and moved to our table. Service was efficient and friendly with the menu straight forward (great rump steak). Will return.

Visited Mortimer House kitchen for a business lunch. Eat outside on the 'terrace' - perfectly nice. Good food and service. The inside tables look nice as well.

The food was incredible, the service was excellent and the vibe was perfect. Food was so delicious and our waitress was lovely. We didn’t feel rushed at all and had an amazing evening. Espresso martinis were excellent!

We stumbled across Mortimer House kitchen whilst looking for somewhere to have a drink in the sunshine. We were seated outside straight away and spent a lovely afternoon enjoying the very well made cocktails. It's a nice and peaceful spot, the inside is beautiful. The...

I always meet my godson here and we always have the best food, fun, and experience there. I won't go anywhere else for a special dinner and can't wait to visit for a pre-theatre meal soon. I can't think of one single thing that could...

I met with 7 friends for pre-dinner drinks and dinner in Mortimer House. The service, food and atmosphere were all excellent. The idea of the food is small plates that you share. Polenta is not something I would normally eat as it is so bland...

Turning away paying customer saying it’s fully booked? Also extremely rude girl handling the bookings.

A couple in our party of 6 had eaten here before and loved it so recommended we all go there. It was superb, delicious interesting food, good service, lovely ambience and fun in that the kitchen is open and you can see how hard the...

I attended a wedding reception at Mortimer House in early July 2020, and write principally to commend staff for their thoroughly professional service. It seemed that at no time were any of the forty or so guests not being given personal attention. Staff were efficient,...

First visit to this restaurant. Nicely laid out with open but buzzy atmosphere. Service was excellent and a good choice on the menu. The style is Italian with Middle Eastern influences. Works very well. For example lebneh with tomato to accompany warm bread. Had a...

Very nice place in the heart of Fitzrovia. Nice menu, personnel is friendly and competent. The venue is nice, suitable for informal brunches, lunches or even business meetings. Good selection of wines, all price ranges. Dessert menu amazing, with a lot of Italian specials and...

I cannot praise Mortimer House highly enough for hosting our daughter’s wedding reception last weekend. Restricted in numbers due to COVID, and this being the third attempt at the wedding, it could so easily have felt second best to the original big wedding plan. But...

Always fantastic food, service and atmosphere. We usually either have breakfast or Lunch here. Pancakes for breakfast are to die for. Your waitress Katherine/Catherine is an asset to your business.

I treated my 17 year old twin daughters to lunch here today. The restaurant was busy and we were lucky to get a table. What a lovely place. The staff were very helpful and friendly and the food was delicious - very fresh and nutritious....

We had an enjoyable dinner at Mortimer House to celebrate a friends special birthday. There was a great atmosphere and we love the room - we had a nice lunch here pre lockdown which prompted our return visit. Service was fine and overall we had...

Customer service great and place lovely wasn't disappointed with food however ... We sat opposite kitchen and don't expect to see chef eating food and on phone whilst working . Espically in top rated restaurant and clearly was causing an issue . Bit disappointed with...

We went here during the ‘Eat Out To Help Out’ scheme. The menu was so delicious. Incredible Covid-proof process with temperature checks and details taken on entry. Very encouraged at how spaced-out the tables were, and just how much the wait-team were actively using hand-gel...

We visited off chance just driving past on a sunday, it looked very clean and inviting. Parked and went in party of 3. Front staff were quick and offered us availability, we ordered a bottle of wine before dinner and relaxed and enjoyed the ambiance...

A very attractive restaurant with the added pleasure that everything is nicely spaced out. Tables a good distance from each other and as I suffer from Tinnitus it was very nice to be able to hear our group properly. One of my guests needed gluten...

we popped in for quick coffees. after being shown to a table very quickly we were greeted by a rude waiter and our drinks were barely warm. very disappointed by the experience

We walked into Mortimer House & although we didn’t have a reservation- we were given a table within 5 minutes. Very friendly & efficient staff. Nice decor & tables not cramped together so easy to talk. The food was delicious. Would definitely recommend & hope...

Visited Mortimer Kitchen last week and had an absolutely fantastic time. Design is nice, tables are in a good distance from each other, so the room has a nice vibe without being overcrowded. Staff is very friendly and bubbly, the cherry on the top is...

Original, innovative and delicious Mediterranean food, blending Italian and Israeli influences. Subtle, surprising tastes (burnt carrots), classics impeccably executed (probably the best burger ever, superbly marinated, lamb meatballs). Even the house made ciabatta is exceptional. For dessert, I strongly recommend the black halva ice cream...

Poor food for breakfast. A small piece of eggs with some bread. Good, but too expensive for its value. Ok service

We had dinner on Friday night, 5 adults and a toddler, the chef Lello was wonderful with the child and with everyone on the table, the food was delicious and the service impeccable, naturally they are some dishes which are becoming classics of Mortimer House,...

Walked in and instantly felt at home. Wonderful ambiance and easy atmosphere. The vibe is just right. Great Bloody Mary. Loved the menu of choices of small medium and large plates. We had a series of small plates- soft shell crabs, tuna tartare, burnt carrots,...

We had a superb meal here which was first class in all respects. Location is fab and close pto Oxford Circus but in a quiet street. Restaurant was nicely laid out and spacious. The food was exceptional - great choice with superb flavours and combinations...

Firstly, I enjoyed my breakfast in this place. On the whole I experienced a positive occasion but I had to bite my tongue when I was given the all-over by the front-of-house lady. I understand that exclusivity is important in such a place and listening...

Fabulous a must visit. Recommended by a friend I was so pleased as it was outstanding. Difficult to pick what to eat as there was so many dishes to tempt. Great location, good atmosphere and discrete but attentive service. Selection of Little, Medium or Large...

I really liked this cafe. Beautiful outdoor seatings and very good service. I asked the server many questions and he answered them all very clearly without showing any hint of bother. I ordered one of those exotique drinks. It was really nice and refreshing, but...

We’ve entered in with an idea to have juat a cup of tea and some juice to refresh ... and spent there great almost 3 hours that we’ve absolutelly enjoyed .... perfect service, relaxed atmosphere, great coctaiils and really great food

As business lunches go this was very good. We were given a table tucked away from the main part of the restaurant – the layout includes a few tables like this. Food was very good and served in a timely manner and presented well. Wine...

Not as noisy as I had initially feared but food mediocre at best. The pumpkin soup had so much thickener in it, it was heading for wall paper paste. In addition the flavour was almost non-existent. I have made pumpkin soup and it can (&...

Very pleasant business lunch at Mortimer House Kitchen, with friendly service and delicious food from a great menu. Would definitely go again to explore further

We had heard and read a lot about this restaurant and we booked in for lunch. The ambiance is fine and the tables set well apart. Service is good . For starters we chose the soft shell crab ( very good ), the green soup...

A friend and I enjoyed a deliciously healthy lunch together at Mortimer House Kitchen. Central location, lovely setting, brilliant food and service. The courgette and halloumi salad was amazing. I saw it being freshly prepared in the open kitchen for another table and had to...

The restaurant has a lovely vibe and nice mix of seating. Special thanks to Catherine who greeted us with a huge smile and made out meal feel really special. We had a good mix of delicious dishes with stand outs being the turbot and soft...

We had a very nice dinner at this nice restaurant with open kitchen. The food was great, the service very good, the atmosphere very pleasant.

We visited with friends on Saturday evening. The menu was fantastic, it was hard to choose what to have I loved the look of so many dishes. Food was delicious especially the octopus. Atmosphere was great, a real buzz on a Saturday night and loved...

We went for Sunday lunch and the menu included brunch items and a different al la cate from the weekdays. (we looked at menu online before and when we arrived the menu was different). However the food was well prepared and good quality I had...

Cozy ambience, friendly staff, tasty food , nicely presented. We can choose from small bowl , medium bowl and large bowl for sharing . Love the warm bread !

Excellent ambiance, service, food, drinks. My wife had booked it after reading Giles Coren's review, several month before the day. We ate mainly the small plates and one medium and felt well fed. Good food without the flimflam-vegetable skid marks and flowers. Wonderful flavours, everything...

When I arrived, I could see that one of my friends was already seated. The hostess was on the phone so I smiled at her, but she looked me up and down and gave me the filthiest look! Charming! The food was nice, but nothing...

You walk into a spacious room, with the tables far apart enough to hear yourself. The menu is the currently fashionable small plates, medium plates and large plates. But the food is really well done, really tasty and well seasoned. We had two small and...

I read the Giles Coren review in the Sunday Times mag a few weeks ago and as it is near our customer, I thought I would take them. We all really enjoyed the food, service and ambience. I’m not a veggie but the courgette spaghetti...

We had a very enjoyable meal at Mortimer House Kitchen a recently opened restaurant which is part of a members club though open to the public. Our food was very good and service friendly and professional. There is a good selection of vegetarian /vegan options...

Great ambiance and decor. Fantastic food. Attentive and friendly service. The head chef, Lello, is a real gentleman. I can’t wait to go back!

We had lunch for 4. There is a great emphasis on vegetables which we really appreciate in a very Italian/Mediterranean approach of fresh quality ingredients and simplicity. Loved the zucchini pasta for example with a lot of good quality olive oil, cheese, and nuts. One...

Great service from all of the staff from the moment that I walked through the door until it was time to leave. The food was excellent and the presentation was a delight to the eye.I had the Turbot for the main course and it was...

Nice surroundings, relaxed atmosphere...but the food is just not good enough to justify the price. I started with courgette "spaghetti" that was undersalted and a bit bland and then had salmon which was ok but not very interesting and just on the border of being...

Good service, attentive. Food is great. The soft shell crab with zingy dressing, meatballs that are comforting, charcoal cauliflower is good. The icing on the cake is the roasted pineapple dessert. Portion is a tad on the small side. Overall, loved it.

The food was tasteless. The service was friendly but although I had asked for a candle for our grandmother’s birthday, they forgot. In the end when I had to ask again they brought a scoop of ice scream which they charged £4 in a £250...

We had dinner here last night. The staff were very nice and accommodating, even though we had to ask twice for someone to come outside to take our drinks order there. The restaurant has a very nice vibe, beautiful decoration and busy open kitchen. Service...

I already love the decoration that geeks cosy without overdoing it! And the food we tasted is absolutely delicious, I will definitely come back!

A beautifully decorated restaurant with a nice airy space at the back. We shared various small medium and large plates, all of which were presented well and tasted good. The octopus dish was one to note as well as the tagliatelle with prawn. The waiting...

There seems to be a hype about Mortimer Kitchen so I decided to come back to try some of the delicious food. Indeed I was impressed with the new chef they secured - the place is buzzing, service also better than last time. I am...

Has lunch with a friend in late June, We shared two items from the "small plates" section and three from the "medium plates", All were delicious and well priced. Service very professional.

We booked for lunchtime on Sunday not realizing that it would be a brunch menu. But there were easily enough lunchy things to choose from and everything we had was excellent. Highly recommended.

The space is a part of the wider Mortimer House and there's nothing bad about that. It's light, airy and has a slightly laid back feel to it. The kitchen is open and initially that put me off as they were opening up the (very...

Came here for a relatively brief business lunch and enjoyed the experience, most of all the excellent service, which was attentive and efficient. It’s a big restaurant with two dining areas inside (one in a type of conservatory room) and some outside pavement seating. We...

Met friends here who recommended this. It is beautiful. The food was delicious.Service was excellent. I had the Avocado Royale- perfectly ripe avocado slices with salmon and a poached egg and hollandaise sauce. Others had a variety of options (table of 8). One entree was...

Visited for dinner with a friend and was very happy with the experience. The atmosphere was great, not too noisy and too quiet. Although some tables are close, it was not too close so I did not feel encroachment. The menu is good with wide...

Good and busy main restaurant . Seating looked great but was uncomfortable, table for two was close together . Service was attentive and of a high quality. Menu was slightly too broad but otherwise a great selection. Veal was outstanding. Well done but I want...

I booked here for my birthday dinner with family based on the fact that one of the best meals I have had was at L'Anima and I had heard the chef was now working here. The beauty of the L'anima dishes was the subtle beautiful...

Tuna Tartare, Soft Shell Crab, Carpaccio of Beef and Octopus. All excellent, well presented and great friendly service What’s not to like 😉

Had vegetarian meal and was genuinely one of the most interesting mid range meals with plenty of options I’ve had in the recent past in London. Decor is stylish with lots of lovely mid century touches and we had the table all afternoon with no...

We met a former colleague here for dinner and the initial impression was superb. The design - and the lighting in particular - is excellent. The food, wine and service are just slightly less so. It’s hard to put your finger on it, but it’s...

Turbot and Tiramisu Not the best I have tried but ok for a quick lunch. Tiramisu needs a lot of improvement

What‘s not to like about this place? The atmosphere is very bubbly and busy yet the service is very friendly and caring, the food was excellent to be honest, everything I have tried tasted delicious and fresh, don’t miss the soft shell crab, the meatballs...

The title says it all. Stunning space - I originally wanted to go here due to how it looked just walking by one night. Brought three girlfriends with me on a Saturday dinner out and it really is lovely inside. But the food was just....fine....

Lovely concept of the company Stunning interiare Serving healthy food and great coffees Love they conservatory area !!

The excellent Antonio "Lello" Favuzzi is now working his magic at this buzzy, relaxed venue serving breakfast, brunch, lunch & dinner. Great quality in dishes like Soft Shell Crab Fritti, Herb Tortelli, wonderful Grilled Octopus with purple potatoes, padron peppers & harissa all prepared in...

Wandering the streets of Lodon came across this place which looked inviting so we wandered in. Greeted pleasantly and asked where we would like to sit. There is a cafe at one end, a long bar along one side of the restaurant and an open...

Fabulous buzzy room with open kitchen at one end. Great atmosphere service was quick and efficient and the food extremely tasty. Definitely one of the better meals over last year or so....

The restaurant has a relaxed vibe, lovely staff and great food. It is a little pricey for the large plates but this is Central London prices. That said, the portion sizes are very generous, so it is good value overall. The staff also very kindly...

Came here in August just for a coffee and were welcomed so warmly and pleasantly. The staff seemed passionate and knowledgeable and knew what to advice. Came second time for a coffee only and again, didn’t get disappointed. Yesterday my partner took me for diner...

Very tasty and good food. Some nice creative dishes, like the cauliflower, with good taste. We had dinner with 6 people and shared all the dishes on the table. Perfect place to do so.

We had a lovely table, the setting was great, there was plenty of space, it wasn’t noisy and there was no pressure to vacate the table. One of the few restaurants where they take your coat. The food was a mixed bag - we ordered...

Just stopped for Coffee whilst walking in London. What a great choice, was a lovely day so sat outside, the Coffee was definitely delivered fast and was delicious.. Would go here again and again.. Recommend to everyone I know.. 5***** highly recommended

I have to say fair price and reasonable food, but not great... The interior would suggest higher price and better quality. I had a rib-eye, alright, but a little bland, spinach which a bit tough (I know!), just lacked a bit... Good but not great.

I visited Mortimer House Kitchen last evening with friends and there is a lovely lounge area you could have a pre-dinner drink which I did not know about and worth knowing if you are meeting friends. The place is spacious and has a nice feel...

Nice ambience and casual type set up. Good for drinks and a decent wine selection. The menu slightly different from the conventional but offering interesting selections to choose from. The food was simply delicious. You must try the soft shell crab starter which was perfectly...

Met up with some friends for morning brunch. Reservation was made in advance and was given a hidden place with hard sofa. We manage to get another seat in the middle that can fit us later. Im not sure why people come here; maybe its...