Where To Eat During Frieze 2025

October is the biggest month of the year for London’s art brigade, with a number of festivals and fairs taking place throughout the month. The biggest and most prestigious, though, is Frieze, which is separated into two distinct events which will be running side-by-side from 15–19 October in Regent’s Park, Frieze London and Frieze Masters. There’s plenty to do and see, from exhibitions to talks and immersive experiences, but with over 40,000 sqm of art to explore, you’re inevitably going to get hungry. Fear not: foodie pop-ups are dotted around the fair, plus there are plenty of great eateries in the local area. Read on for the restaurants to visit during Frieze 2025.

Restaurants To Visit During Frieze 2025

Ham Yard Restaurant

Frieze regulars know to grab lunch at Ham Yard’s pop-up, which returns to Frieze Masters this October for the fourth year running. Housed within the grounds of the fair, the restaurant is showcasing its modern European menu, with a focus on late harvest produce. Dishes include devilled eggs with black truffle, roasted pumpkin and sprouting broccoli salad, plus potato gnocchi with girolles and sheep’s cheese, alongside themed cocktails like the Liquid Art. The famed cake trolley will also make a comeback – and on Sunday, don’t miss the showstopping roast, complete with all the trimmings. The space will be suitably stylish, with interiors by Ham Yard’s designer Kit Kemp – think terracotta plants, colourful fabrics and seasonal flowers.

Frieze Masters, The Regent’s Park (Gloucester Green Entrance), London, NW1 4HA, frieze.com

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square

Located just round the corner from Regent’s Park, the Marylebone branch of Nobu is perfectly placed for some post-fair sushi. To coincide with its John Atkin exhibition, the hotel has launched a Frieze-themed afternoon tea, inspired by the artist’s sculpture piece Nomad. Think Japanese twists on the classics: instead of finger sandwiches, guests will enjoy spicy tuna crispy rice, sushi house rolls and wagyu sliders, ahead of sweet treats like the artfully crafted Nomad Grapefruit and Passion Fruit Delight. Meanwhile, within the grounds of Frieze Masters itself, there will be a Nobu pop-up featuring signature dishes and cocktails.

Afternoon tea available at 22 Portman Square, London W1H 7BG, pop-up at Frieze Masters, The Regent’s Park (Gloucester Green Entrance), London, NW1 4HA, nobuhotels.com

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Toklas

We had to include Toklas, the Mediterranean restaurant run by Frieze founders Amanda Sharp and Matthew Slotover. With these two at the helm, of course it’s an artistic space, housed within a Brutalist building and decked out with works from the likes of Wolfgang Tillmans and Ragna Bley. Nab one of the green banquettes and sit down to a seasonal feast: think slow grilled carrots with labneh and pistachio to start, followed by tagliatelle with chanterelles and thyme, with an Amalfi lemon tart for dessert. After more of a grab-and-go snack? Pick up a pastry from Toklas’ bakery next door, known for its cardamom buns.

9 Surrey St, Temple, London WC2R 2ND, toklaslondon.com

Trullo

New for 2025 is a residency from Highbury’s favourite Italian, Trullo. Here visitors will be able to try many of the eatery’s signature dishes: begin with Salcombe Bay scallops ahead of zucchini fritti, followed by fresh pappardelle with beef shin ragu, or tagliarini with picked Dorset crab, lemon and chilli. The grill will also be sizzling up Trullo’s meat, fish and veggies, ahead of seasonal desserts including Trullo’s beloved tiramisu. 

Frieze Masters, The Regent’s Park, London, NW1 4HA, frieze.com

Broadwick Soho

With its maximalist interiors, Broadwick Soho is a fitting hotel partner for Frieze. During the festival, its restaurants are running special offers: head to Italian cafe Bar Jackie for 10 percent off your lunch bill, or enjoy a glamorous meal at Dear Jackie and you’ll receive a complimentary glass of champagne. The rooftop bar, Flute, is also well worth a visit for its skyline views and killer cocktail list – plus you’ll get 10 percent off if you visit with up to six guests.

20 Broadwick St, London W1F 8HT, broadwicksoho.com

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Bacchanalia

Home to five majestic Damien Hirst statues and a Gary Myatt floor-to-ceiling mural, Bacchanalia offers a Frieze-standard art experience of its own. Its interiors are an aesthete’s dream, helmed by maverick designer Martin Brudnizki – even the bathrooms are a sight to behold. Located in Mayfair, it’s a short taxi ride away from the hub of the fair, offering an equally impressive menu centred around glitzy Greco-Roman cuisine. Unsurprisingly, prices are high, but there’s a lunchtime set menu offering two courses for £36, featuring dishes like Greek salad, aubergine schnitzel and octopus orzo.

1-3 Mount St, London W1K 3NB, bacchanalia.co.uk

Rita’s

Frieze mainstay Rita’s will be back at Regent’s Park for its eighth year. A pop-up of the New York-inspired Soho restaurant led by Gabriel Pryce and Missy Malik-Flynn, the eatery will serve a grab-and-go menu that channels US cuisine – think tacos, salads and subs. Grab a highball cocktail or a juice from the bar while you’re there, and don’t miss the sweet treats from Lily Vanilli. 

Frieze London, Regent’s Park, NW1 4NR, frieze.com

Mount St. Restaurant

Another of the city’s top eateries for art lovers is Mount St. Restaurant, helmed by Artfarm, the hospitality arm of Hauser & Wirth. Every inch of the venue is bedecked in awe-inspiring art, with works by Andy Warhol, Henry Matisse and Lucian Freud, to name just a few. Head here to try new autumnal dishes like the grouse, smoked bacon and black pudding pie, a wild mushroom and caramelised onion tart, and a pear and almond tart for dessert. Alternatively, go all out with the signature sharing lobster pie. For something more relaxed, stay downstairs at sister pub The Audley Public House, which serves elevated pub food amid an equally artsy space.

First Floor, 41-43 Mount St, London W1K 2RX, mountstrestaurant.com

Jikoni

Ravinder Bhogal’s award-winning Blandford Street restaurant is also returning to Frieze, offering a vegetarian menu. Diners can expect the vibrant, no-borders cuisine the eatery has become known for, with many vegetables and herbs coming from biodynamic farm Waltham Place. 

Frieze London, The Regent’s Park (Park Square West Entrance), London NW1 4NR, frieze.com

Fallow by Steven Joyce

Fallow

Another foodie highlight in the area is Fallow, the eco-minded concept helmed by chefs Will Murray and Jack Croft, alongside chairman James Robson. The restaurant revolves around sharing-style dishes, with a focus on whole animal butchery – signature dishes include smoked cod’s head with Sriracha sauce, monkfish tikka masala, and Bathurst Estate venison haunch. If you’re popping in for a weekday lunch during Frieze, make use of the three-course set lunch menu, which includes dishes like mushroom parfait, rolled braised lamb shoulder, and Chelsea tart with whey ice cream.

52 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4RP, fallowrestaurant.com