Where To Go For An Easter Lunch In London 2026
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Where to dine over the Bank Holiday weekend
Long associated with roast lamb, hot cross buns and of course a smorgasbord of chocolate, Easter weekend is a highlight on the culinary calendar – particularly for those who have given up their favourite treats for Lent. The holiday takes place on 5 April this year, when spring produce is bountiful with the likes of asparagus, rhubarb and Jersey Royals at their finest. This makes for exciting seasonal cooking, but if you’d rather leave it to the professionals a whole host of London restaurants are serving Easter menus. Whether you’re looking for somewhere special for a family get together or a classic pub roast with friends, you’ll find plenty of choice in our pick of where to go for Easter Sunday lunch in London in 2026.
Easter Menus 2026: Afternoon Teas, Roasts, Brunches
Langan’s Brasserie
A meal at Langan’s always feels like a treat, but Easter Sunday sounds particularly special. Head there for a stellar roast featuring extra Easter twists, like grilled asparagus topped with soft-boiled hen’s egg followed by 12-hour braised lamb shoulder served with minted barley and runner beans. Dining with children? After lunch they can head to the terrace for an afternoon of chocolate egg decorating and the chance to meet Easter animals like rabbits and chicks.
When? 5 April 2026
Where? Stratton St, London W1J 8LB
BOOK: langansbrasserie.com
Lilibet’s Mayfair
Housed in the townhouse where Queen Elizabeth II was born, seafood restaurant Lilibet’s in Mayfair is a fitting venue for a special occasion lunch. This Easter, the restaurant is switching up the classic lamb roast for a centrepiece of Bullit de Peix, a Balearic-inspired fisherman’s stew made with grouper, monkfish or flounder alongside potatoes, tomato and saffron. Pair with one of the signature martinis while marvelling at the countryside-inspired interiors.
When? 5 April 2026
Where? 17 Bruton St, London W1J 6QB
BOOK: lilibetsrestaurant.com
Pan Pacific London
Sleek city hotel Pan Pacific has an Easter brunch on offer in its restaurant Straits Kitchen, featuring classic weekend breakfast fare with some seasonal twists. Begin with steak and eggs, duck and potato hash or fried chicken waffles, alongside an unlimited cold buffet, before getting stuck into the chocolate fountain. Sure to be a highlight, too, is the Bloody Mary trolley, where cocktails will be made tableside to each guest’s taste.
When? 5 April 2026
Where? 80 Houndsditch, London EC3A 7AB
BOOK: £49pp, panpacific.com
Dinings SW3
Kick off Easter Sunday in the best way: with brunch at Chelsea stalwart Dinings SW3, known for its high-end Japanese fare and aesthetic interiors. Chef Masaki Sugisaki and his team will be cooking up an impressive spread for guests, piled high with sushi, crispy rise, salads and chirashi bowls – all made using sustainably sourced British seafood alongside seasonal veggies. Pair with cocktails featuring Japanese pantry staples, such as sesame oil, yuzu and shiso, with favourites including the Miso Espresso Martini.
When? 5 April 2026, 12 – 7pm
Where? Walton House, Lennox Gardens Mews, Walton St, London SW3 2JH
BOOK: £65pp, diningssw3.co.uk
The Peninsula
Make the most of the Bank Holiday weekend by treating yourself to afternoon tea at five-star hotel The Peninsula. Served beneath the twinkling chandeliers of the grand lobby, the experience includes a mix of savoury finger sandwiches, scones and pastries, with two special Easter touches: a glass of Coates & Seeley English sparkling wine and a handcrafted chocolate egg for the table to share. The children’s version, meanwhile, includes child-friendly dishes and a signature Peninsula Page Bear to take home.
When? 3 – 6 April 2026
Where? The Peninsula, 1 Grosvenor Pl, London SW1X 7HJ
BOOK: £89pp (or £58 per child), peninsula.com
The Ned
Set in a grand banking hall in the heart of the city, The Ned is home to numerous restaurants – from the California-inspired Malibu Kitchen to Italian hotspot Cecconi’s. But this Easter, your best bet is Millie’s Lounge. The brasserie is known for its lavish Sunday feast, where diners are treated to a generous spread of lobster, oysters and roasts with all the trimmings. Head there this Easter to give it a try, complete with optional free-flowing champagne, available on either Sunday or Bank Holiday Monday.
When? 5 and 6 April 2026
Where? 27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ
BOOK: £140pp or £210pp with free-flowing champagne, thened.com
The Chalk Freehouse
Tom Kerridge’s Chelsea pub – recently added to the 2026 Michelin Guide – is an excellent spot for Sunday lunch, tucked away on a quiet street off the King’s Road. The generous roast is always a highlight, but it sounds even more delicious this Easter, with a roast lump of Launceston lamb on offer alongside roast potatoes, crushed swede and Yorkshire pudding. For pudding, the Chelsea bun is a must.
When? 5 April 2026
Where? 27 Tryon St, London SW3 3LG
BOOK: thechalkfreehouse.co.uk
The Ritz Restaurant
For a luxurious Easter lunch in one of the city’s finest dining rooms, head to The Ritz’s two Michelin-starred restaurant – recently named the best in the UK. Head chef John Williams and his team will be cooking up a three-course menu made with the finest seasonal ingredients, alongside champagne and live entertainment throughout the afternoon. Visit for lunch after a stroll around the nearby Green Park.
When? 5 April, 12.30 – 2pm
Where? 150 Piccadilly, London W1J 9BR
BOOK: From £235pp, theritzlondon.com
Mercer Roof Terrace
For Easter lunch with a view, consider Mercer Roof Terrace, the sky-high restaurant perched atop Vintry & Mercer. Floor-to-ceiling windows ensure unparalleled views of St Paul’s Cathedral and The Shard, which you can soak up while tucking into Cornish bone lamb rack with spinach gratin, minted Jersey potatoes and salsa verde, paired with a glass of Rioja. If the weather plays ball, head outside for an al fresco tipple on the terrace.
When? Throughout the weekend
Where? 20 Garlick Hill, City of London, London EC4V 2AU
BOOK: vintryandmercer.com
Sette
If you’re in the market for some top-end Italian cuisine, dine at Sette this Easter Sunday. Special menus include dishes of burrata, polenta and salmon crudo ahead of lavish lobster taglioni, black cod, and roasted lamb with potatoes and veggies. Finish with a showstopping dessert spread featuring traditional Easter dolce, including hot cross buns, chocolate eggs and orange blossom pastiera. A separate children’s menu, meanwhile, includes starters of parma ham and melon followed by chicken milanese, tomato spaghetti and chocolate brownie for pudding. Better still, there’s live music throughout the day.
When? 5 April 2026, 12 – 3pm
Where? 4 Knightsbridge Grn, London SW1X 7QA
BOOK: From £55pp, settelondon.co.uk
