Penelope’s

4.4

4,4

261 reviews

van £26 tot £40

Uit het Midden-Oosten

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2 personen

5 jan 2025

19:00

Vandaag 5 keer gereserveerd

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Penelope's, part of the AMANO Group, is redefining London’s dining and nightlife scene. In 2024, Penelope’s won Best Luxury Restaurant at the British Food Awards, a testament to its culinary excellence. Executive Chef Fez Ozalgan curates a menu that merges Middle Eastern and Spanish flavors, using the finest ingredients. The restaurant’s ambiance is equally compelling, with mirrored ceilings, plush seating, and dramatic lighting. The experience is further enhanced by the open kitchen, offering diners a front-row view of the culinary artistry.

Named after founder Ariel Schiff’s daughter, the restaurant is a heartfelt tribute to the vibrant cultures of Spain and Tel Aviv. Schiff describes Penelope’s as "truly a matter of the heart," a place where the exuberance of Berlin meets the sophistication of London. On weekends, Penelope’s transforms into a lively party scene, featuring London DJs and the legendary Isramani dinner party, imported from Berlin.

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Aanvullende informatie

Stijl
Casual chique
Prijs
van £26 tot £40
Keuken
Uit het Midden-Oosten, Spaans, Tapas/hapjes
Openingstijden
za 17:00 uur–02:00 uur Pre Theatre Dining di–za 17:00 uur–19:00 uur Diner di–za 17:00 uur–23:00 uur
Telefoonnummer
07442 631181
Website
https://www.amanogroup.com/en/restaurants/london-covent-garden-penelopes
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Betalen met contant geld niet mogelijk, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart casual
Chef-kok
Fez Ozalgan
Catering
We have a number of set menus to suit your budget & requirements.
Private party faciliteiten
Our private dining room offers natural light in abundance, an LCD screen and plenty of space and comfort so you can enjoy an intimate dinner of an evening with friends. It is equally suitable to catch up with your colleagues for a boardroom style meeting.

Locatie
34 Russell St, London, Greater London WC2B 5HA
Wijk
Covent Garden
Parking details
Geen
Public transit
Covent Garden Tube - Piccadilly Line - 0.3milesHolborn Tube - Central Line - 0.3miles
Extra
Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dansen, Entertainment, Genderneutraal toilet, Glutenvrije opties, Privékamers, Rokersruimte buiten, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Veganist, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

Experiences

Friday's Isramani EAT-DRINK-DANCE (a la carte)
Meerdere datums beschikbaar
One of the special events at Penelope´s is the weekly ISRAMANI, where friends and family get together, laugh, drink and dance. This incredible legendary event is the perfect dinner party, with a table filled with the most authentic cuisine from Spain and Israel. Good food to share, an atmosphere out of the ordinary where our chefs and staff turn the restaurant into a dancefloor, showing everyone how they party in Tel Aviv. Stunning Decoration & Israeli tunes by DJ Moshico. A la carte dining for up to 9 guests. Payment due at the restaurant. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.
Shawarma Tuesdays
£ 29,00 per persoon
Meerdere datums beschikbaar
Shawarma Tuesday's Menu Start your week with a sizzle! Enjoy chicken, lamb & beef for £29 Served with Laffa Bread, Ancient Grain Mujadara, Israeli Tomato Salad, Sumac Onions and Amba Yoghurt. £29 per person Shawarma’s: Amba marinated chicken Coffee and Cardamom Beef Red Pepper Lamb Adena Payment is due at the restaurant Prices are inclusive of VAT A discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill
Isramani Party EAT-DRINK-DANCE
£ 90,00 per persoon
Vooraf betaald
Meerdere datums beschikbaar
One of the special events at Penelope´s is the weekly ISRAMANI, where friends and family get together, laugh, drink and dance. This incredible legendary event is the perfect dinner party, with a table filled with the most authentic cuisine from Spain and Israel. Good food to share, an atmosphere out of the ordinary where our chefs and staff turn the restaurant into a dancefloor, showing everyone how they party in Tel Aviv. Stunning Decoration & Israeli tunes by DJ Moshico. A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to your bill.

Manouri Bourekas£ 12,00
Truffled Honey, Raspberry
Roasted Aubergine£ 12,00
Pomegranate Pico de Gallo, Tahini
Beetroot Tartare£ 9,00
Preserved Lemon, Sour Cherry, Avoganoush
Charred Celeriac£ 11,00
Herby Pil Pil, Caper Zhug, Kombu
Seabream Tartare£ 13,50
Gazpacho, Caviar, Habanero
Tuna Ceviche£ 15,00
Aji Blanco, Seawood, Mango
Salmon Ceviche£ 13,00
Red Velvet Tigermilk, Avocado
Spanish Hoso Gambas£ 14,00
Preserved Lemon, Chimichurri
Calamari£ 14,00
Black Challah, Coriander Aioli, Chilli Ferment
Lamb Sweetbread£ 13,00
Chicken Sauce, Seaweed, Tarragon
Ibérico Pork£ 14,00
Anchovy Aioli, Bitter Leaves, Sobrasada
OX Cheek£ 16,00
Jerusalem Artichoke Puree, Chestnut Dukkah
Chicken Pastel£ 12,00
Banana Leaf, Chicken Aioli, Creolla

Large Plates

Artichoke Paella£ 25,00
Freekeh, Sun-dried Tomato, Green Harissa
Israeli Couscous£ 24,00
Aged Castellano, Wild Mushrooms, Tahini, Aji Verde
Octopus Paella£ 35,00
Freekeh, Israeli Style, Squid Ink
Sea Trout£ 29,00
Saffron Cream, Keta, Chard
Seafood on Fire£ 70,00
Fruits of the Sea, Arak, Brown Crab Cream, Pita
Monkfish£ 33,00
Brown Crab XO, Shellfish Crema, Shimeji
Beef Short Rib£ 36,00
Mushroom Jus, Baharat Potato, Onion Ketchup
Lamb Cutlets£ 35,00
Garlic Toum, Preserved Lemon, Chimichurri
Ribeye 255g£ 36,00
Almond Salsa Macha, Guindilla
Chicken Shawarma£ 25,00
Amba Yoghurt, Mujadara
Sirloin 700g£ 80,00
Himalayan Salt Aged, Matbucha
Pork Tomahawk£ 30,00
600g, Kasari Corn Grits, Guanciale

Sides

Baharat Patatas£ 6,00
Lime, Confit Garlic
Mushroom, Kale, Confit Garlic£ 7,00
Israeli Tomato Salad£ 6,50
Grape, Mint

Desserts

Milhojas£ 12,00
Pistachio Cream, Rose, Strawberries
Baklava Cheesecake£ 12,00
Pistachio, Honey Syrup
Chocolate Tart£ 10,00
Miso, Hazelnut, Salted Date Caramel
Bomba de Helados
Selection of Handmade Ice Creams
- per scoop£ 2,00

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4.4

4,4 gebaseerd op recente scores

4,4Eten
4,3Bediening
4,5Sfeer
4,1Prijs-kwaliteitverhouding

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261 Reviews

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Paul
Londen
2 recensies
2.0
2 recensies
5 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 2
2. Eten 3
3. Bediening 1
4. Sfeer 3
We attended the New Year celebration with an 8:30 pm booking and were initially pleased to be seated early at a lovely corner table. However, the experience quickly deteriorated into a frustrating and rushed affair. Before our allotted time had even started, all of our starters were placed on the table at once, and then, shockingly, the main course (half a lobster) was brought out before we had even taken a bite of the starters. When I asked the waiter to take the main course away, the floor manager arrived and insisted on leaving it at the table. We refused, requesting that it not simply be “kept warm” for us, but the pressure to move us along was obvious—perhaps to accommodate another booking? Whatever the reason, it was entirely inappropriate and undermined the celebratory atmosphere. The lack of attention to timing wasn’t consistent, as other tables seemed to be receiving properly paced service. This left us feeling overlooked and undervalued as customers. An explanation of this inconsistent treatment is warranted. The entertainment, while lively at times, was underwhelming overall. The saxophonist had his moments—most notably standing on the bar—but the dancing space was cramped, and after just a few hours, the show seemed to fizzle out. The dramatic handheld fireworks were a nice touch and impressed the room briefly, but it didn’t make up for the lackluster organization and rushed service. To add to the disappointment, a hot toddy we ordered arrived in a teapot, which was baffling and completely out of place. By the time midnight approached, we had already decided to leave, disheartened by the whole experience. I deeply regret paying the full service fee, especially as it was hidden within the drinks bill. This event was meant to be a memorable New Year celebration, but instead, it left us feeling rushed, ignored, and dissatisfied. I would appreciate an explanation.
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Bonnie
Londen
1 recensie
2.0
1 recensie
5 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 2
2. Eten 1
3. Bediening 3
4. Sfeer 4
I thought we were getting the New Year menu but apparently not. I also understood we could get to the patio for fireworks but also no. The vegetarian main course was unattractive in how it was served and not enjoyable to eat. Musician was fantastic and created great atmosphere.
Penelope’sReageerde 3 dagen geleden
Dear Bonnie, Thank you for your feedback. We have been offering a New Year’s Eve set menu, which was available to pre-purchase online via OpenTable. We apologize if the booking process was unclear, but the set menu is only served to those who pre-book and pre-pay. . Guests were more than welcome to step outside on the ground floor to view the fireworks. We are sorry to hear you were unable to do so—this might have been due to the large crowds. Please feel free to reach out and share more details with us. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the music and the ambiance created. We appreciate your understanding and your kind words! Best, Penelope's Team
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Linda
Londen
7 recensies
5.0
7 recensies
5 dagen geleden gegeten
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
We were welcomed and offered drinks. When our table was ready we moved to it. The restaurant was decorated beautifully for New Year. The food was fabulous. We had Pao de Queijo and Chicken Pastel for starters between us, followed by Beef Short Rib with a tomato salad. The most delicious meal. Unfortunately, we couldn't sample the desserts as they all had nuts (apart from ice cream) and my husband is allergic. Superb dinner.
Penelope’sReageerde 3 dagen geleden
Dear Linda, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your New Year’s celebration with us, from the warm welcome and beautiful decor to the fabulous food. We hope to welcome you back soon for another fantastic dining experience! Best, Penelope's Team
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Edvina
Londen
2 recensies
5.0
2 recensies
Gegeten op 28 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 3
4. Sfeer 5
I celebrated my birthday here, the food was superb. Definitely will be coming back it’s only a shame that service wasn’t the best but although food and ambiance of the place was lovely so I can ignore it. Recommend
Penelope’sReageerde 3 dagen geleden
Dear Edvina, Thank you for choosing to celebrate your birthday with us and for your kind words about our food and ambiance—we are very happy to hear you enjoyed them! We are sorry to hear the service didn’t quite meet expectations, but we truly appreciate your understanding. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for an even better experience next time! Best, Penelope's Team
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Zoe
Londen
1 recensie
4.0
1 recensie
Gegeten op 21 december 2024
1. Algeheel 4
2. Eten 4
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Great food, beautiful restaurant, amazing atmosphere. A really fun night with live entertainment, a cool DJ & lovely attentive waiter. Thank you James and the rest of the staff at Penelope’s for a great birthday night!
Penelope’sReageerde 3 dagen geleden
Dear Zoe, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience at Penelope’s. It’s wonderful to know the live entertainment, DJ, and attentive service from James and the team made your birthday celebration extra special. We will pass along your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back for more fun nights in the future! Best, Penelope's Team
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J
JULIE
Berkshire
1 recensie
5.0
1 recensie
Gegeten op 21 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
What a perfect restaurant, fantastic location and the service was excellent. We chose the pre theatre menu which was delicious . Great wine list. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be coming back.
Penelope’sReageerde 3 dagen geleden
Dear Julie, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your recent visit to Penelope's. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another perfect experience. Best, Penelope's Team
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D
Dan
Manchester/Grea
1 recensie
5.0
1 recensie
Gegeten op 20 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 5
Beef rib and Lamb cutlets were excellent! Great selection of drinks and the atmosphere was great
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F
Florence
Londen
36 recensies
4.0
36 recensies
Gegeten op 14 december 2024
1. Algeheel 4
2. Eten 4
3. Bediening 4
4. Sfeer 4
Very good experience overall. Good food, good atmosphere. Busier than I expected for an early dinner time. A few disappointments. - The front of the house was disorganised. I was asked to sit down and wait only for 10 people to arrive after me and be attended to before I was. The waitress I flagged that to could not care less and was borderline rude. - The pre theatre menu had to be requested despite the fact I mentioned it in the booking. It is much cheaper than the standard one. Call me a cynic. The rest was good and good value for money.
Penelope’sGereageerd op 17 december 2024
Dear Florence, Thank you for sharing your review with us. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and overall value for money. However, we apologise for the lack of organisation you experienced at the front of house and for the way your concerns were handled. This is not the level of service we strive to provide. Your feedback regarding the pre-theatre menu is also noted, and we will ensure our team is reminded to communicate more effectively with guests to avoid such oversights in the future. Your comments are incredibly valuable to us, as they help us to identify areas where we can improve. We hope you’ll consider visiting us again so we can provide you with the seamless experience you deserve. Best, Penelope's Team
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Karen
Londen
7 recensies
5.0
7 recensies
Gegeten op 10 december 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Went for the shawarma Tuesday deal which was really nice. Friend had small plates, which were yummy
Penelope’sGereageerd op 12 december 2024
Dear Karen, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We are lad to hear you had a good time during your recent visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Penelope's Team
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claudine
Londen
17 recensies
5.0
17 recensies
Gegeten op 30 november 2024
1. Algeheel 5
2. Eten 5
3. Bediening 5
4. Sfeer 5
Penelope’s a great lively venue. Amazing food and an energetic vibe. A real party night with sparklers, flashing head bands and great music. The food has a Middle Eastern/ Spanish theme…. Well presented and delicious
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2 personen

5 jan 2025

19:00

Vandaag 5 keer gereserveerd

Experiences beschikbaar.

34 Russell St, London, Greater London WC2B 5HA

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Aanvullende informatie

Wijk
Covent Garden
Openingstijden
za 17:00 uur–02:00 uur Pre Theatre Dining di–za 17:00 uur–19:00 uur Diner di–za 17:00 uur–23:00 uur
Prijs
van £26 tot £40
Keuken
Uit het Midden-Oosten, Spaans, Tapas/hapjes
Stijl
Casual chique
Dress code
Smart casual
Parking details
Geen
Public transit
Covent Garden Tube - Piccadilly Line - 0.3milesHolborn Tube - Central Line - 0.3miles
Betalingsmogelijkheden
AMEX, Betalen met contant geld niet mogelijk, Mastercard, Visa
Chef-kok
Fez Ozalgan
Extra
Banket, Bar/Lounge, Bier, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dansen, Entertainment, Genderneutraal toilet, Glutenvrije opties, Privékamers, Rokersruimte buiten, Rolstoeltoegang, Uitgebreide bar, Veganist, Wijn, Zitplek aan de counter

Website
https://www.amanogroup.com/en/restaurants/london-covent-garden-penelopes
Telefoonnummer
07442 631181
Catering
We have a number of set menus to suit your budget & requirements.
Private party faciliteiten
Our private dining room offers natural light in abundance, an LCD screen and plenty of space and comfort so you can enjoy an intimate dinner of an evening with friends. It is equally suitable to catch up with your colleagues for a boardroom style meeting.

Penelope’s

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Aanvullende informatie

Friday's Isramani EAT-DRINK-DANCE (a la carte)

Shawarma Tuesdays

Isramani Party EAT-DRINK-DANCE

Breads and Dips

Coca Bread£ 8,00

Pao de Queijo£ 8,00

Pita Bread£ 4,00

Mushroom Hummus£ 8,00

Whipped Cod's Roe£ 9,00

Nibbles

Chicharrones£ 6,00

Pan Con Tomate£ 8,00

Iberico Jamon Croquetas£ 8,00

Gordal Olives£ 5,00

Small Plates

Manouri Bourekas£ 12,00

Roasted Aubergine£ 12,00

Beetroot Tartare£ 9,00

Charred Celeriac£ 11,00

Seabream Tartare£ 13,50

Tuna Ceviche£ 15,00

Salmon Ceviche£ 13,00

Spanish Hoso Gambas£ 14,00

Calamari£ 14,00

Lamb Sweetbread£ 13,00

Ibérico Pork£ 14,00

OX Cheek£ 16,00

Chicken Pastel£ 12,00

Large Plates

Artichoke Paella£ 25,00

Israeli Couscous£ 24,00

Octopus Paella£ 35,00

Sea Trout£ 29,00

Seafood on Fire£ 70,00

Monkfish£ 33,00

Beef Short Rib£ 36,00

Lamb Cutlets£ 35,00

Ribeye 255g£ 36,00

Chicken Shawarma£ 25,00

Sirloin 700g£ 80,00

Pork Tomahawk£ 30,00

Sides

Baharat Patatas£ 6,00

Mushroom, Kale, Confit Garlic£ 7,00

Israeli Tomato Salad£ 6,50

Desserts

Milhojas£ 12,00

Baklava Cheesecake£ 12,00

Chocolate Tart£ 10,00

Bomba de Helados

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