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Bill's Covent Garden (St Martin's Courtyard)

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Contemporary European chain dishing up separate breakfast, afternoon tea, lunch and dinner menus. People often mention good, staff, service, restaurant, lovely, breakfast, delicious, friendly, nice, ordered,


Address

St Martin's Courtyard, Slingsby Pl, London WC2H 9EF, United Kingdom

Website

bills-website.co.uk

Contact

+44 20 8054 5400

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (3.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 10 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 11 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (20) staff (17) service (17) restaurant (15) lovely (15) breakfast (13) delicious (13) friendly (13) nice (12) ordered (10)
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  • 4/5 Y S. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here for breakfast with my kids and didn’t realise the kids eat free. I ordered the plant plate and the kids the little bills breakfast. Both my kids enjoyed there, my was okay not sure on the vegan egg had a very strange texture. Overall I would recommend this place, we have visited a few Bills in different cities and always happy to go back.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Hock Sing T. 3 months ago on Google • 1302 reviews New
    Walk in without reservation. No queue time. Serving within 10 minutes upon ordering. Food wise, we ordered avocado on sourdough. It was delicious. Mixture of fresh and smashed avocado created the unique taste of sour and sweetness. Thumbs up. 4 stars Service wise, the staff were quite poor in manners. The waiter didn't even bother to give us tap water after hearing that we only ordered 1 set of meal while he offered the water to other patrons. After payment, it was us who said thank you to their staff, and surprisingly, in return, no single greeting or thankful words coming from the staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jessica F. 2 years ago on Google
    Really nice breakfast and in a great location. The staff were really accommodating and allowed me to swap out some items for others. Staff were very helpful and friendly. And I was able to use my blue light discount. Really recommend this restaurant.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rey G. 2 years ago on Google
    The best place i have tried in London. The breakfast was delicious and fresh. The coffee was uniquely perfect. Staffs were so polite and helpful. Their service was so fast. And i was one happy customer.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Claire M. 7 months ago on Google • 131 reviews
    A beautiful eatery tucked away off the beaten track. We were served by the lovely Bella for a brunch meal. The food was so delicious - the freshness of the ingredients, the taste and textures, the portion sizes all absolutely perfect. The restaurant itself is rusticly decorated so creates a wonderful ambience. Prices are so reasonable, especially for Central London. A lovely find on our way to an art exhibition at Somerset House. We didn't book but they were able to accommodate us straight away, which was lovely. We will definitely go again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Shaden K. 4 months ago on Google • 126 reviews
    I went on a weekday at noon. I didn’t expect the place to be so busy. You definitely should book in advance if you’re not willing to wait for a table. They also offer a 20% discount on the entire menu if you’re a student. I ordered a beef brisket burger which comes with rosemary fries. It was really good and the portion size was very filling. They offer a dessert and coffee/tea combo for 5.95 and I got a coffee with donuts and a dulce de leche sauce which was so warm and delicious. One disappointing point was that they don’t allow you to take your leftover food to go? There were so many staff members but they were hardly attentive. I understand why, given the place was packed but it could’ve been better.. I had to call on waiters many times only to have them tell me that ‘my colleague will be with you soon’ or ‘give me one minute I will be with you shortly’ but never actually coming back. They take a 15% service charge for this…
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 W.H. L. 3 months ago on Google • 103 reviews New
    Bill’s has always been a safe choice when it comes to finding a cosy place for food, good service. This branch is no exception to that and might actually be an exceptional place for it. We stumbled into this oasis because everywhere else were packed with a long queue for some reason, and it was pouring outside. Bill’s was the only place in the area that didn’t have a massive queue outside but there was actually a small queue inside and we only waited around 5 minutes for our table. Our waitress was so passionate and friendly it was astounding, I could not applaud her enough for how welcoming she made us feel at the diner. Our food came very quickly, really generous portions and garnished beautifully. I was impressed by the efficiency as well as the high standard of quality, given how busy and packed this place was. I also really loved the decor, it was filled with memorabilia, cute trinkets and baubles. It was super cosy but the only downside in this experience was that this space traps noise very well, so it was actually quite loud and buzzy throughout our entire meal. Unfortunately we didn’t have room for their famous pancakes but we’ll be back soon for sure!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tânia T. 2 months ago on Google • 70 reviews New
    We came here for the Pancake Day. I booked a table well in advance to ensure we could take advantage of the Bottomless Pancakes offer they had. The waiter that welcomed me was so rude - she ignored me and when other people in the queue said I was first, she didn't even apologise. I understand it is a busy day but a "sorry" would have gone a long way. Then we sat and there was no information or menu about this offer we came here for. Waitresses had to explain it over and I've again to everyone that came with the same idea as me. Pancakes were nice, fluffy, but tasted a bit oily which made me feel very disgusted to taste the second flavour. We were rushed out right after we finished our drinks which again... Very unpleasant. I will not come back to this branch in convent garden for sure.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ona J. 4 months ago on Google • 38 reviews
    Cool atmosphere but dirty toilets. The starter-King Prawn cocktail was a large portion and tasted nice.The steak was tender and nice to eat. The sticky Toffee pudding melted on my palate.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 jamie l. 8 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Had been wanting a steak all day and found Bills by chance, after seeing the menu decided on the Bills Big Brunch instead, so glad I did. Staff and service was fantastic. Food arrived really fast. Great value for money and tasted awesome. Girlfriend had one of the salads which she loved. 100% recommend going here
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Noura A. 2 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    A nicely cozy place; I liked the atmosphere and location. The breakfast options were not extensive; we ordered pancakes with fruit and eggs Benedict. I wish they had turkey or chicken sausages for the boys. However, they do have a vegan option on the menu.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kemi F. 1 year ago on Google
    We had the three course meal. I had the calamari for starters, the seabass for mains and the salted caramel tart with coconut ice cream for dessert. Every course was delicious and the portion size was just spot on. Bill's is always a favourite go to restaurant for any event. The service, decor and waiter was amazing thank you.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Effie P. 1 year ago on Google
    I loved the decoration and design of this place. It has a great atmosphere and the service although a bit slow, was good. Our dishes were very tasty and freshly made. I particularly enjoyed the warm scones with clotted cream and jam. Would definitely go back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sandra S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere tucked away in Covent Garden. This place is very competitively priced unlike most eateries in Covent Garden, definitely one to try. I had the butter chicken sandwich which came in toasted sourdough bread, buttered chicken, mashed avocado, tomatoes, lettuce, chips on the side, pickle and asked for extra garlic mayo. Seating comprises of outside, ground floor or wanting something quieter there is an upstairs too. Staff are quick to sit you down and take your order, food arrives promptly and we'll presented.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mingjia Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here for brunch. Service was good with friend staff, but the food was average and not worth the price. Before coming I had a lot of hope and expectations on their signature pancakes but it turned out to be such a disappointment. The 3-stack fruit pancakes were so dry and not fluffy at all. They came in such a tiny little portion, with three thin pieces of pancakes, few fruits and barely any maple syrup. I’m a soft and buttery pancake person, so these were definitely not the right pancakes for me… The only good thing might be that the pancakes came hot, which was a comfort for such a freezing day. Also ordered the peach and mint iced tea, which was okay. Overall, the ambiance was good but if one wants some good pancakes, personally I wouldn’t recommend this place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 S P. 1 year ago on Google
    Server seemed rushed and not at ease. Forgotten birthday booking so had to give me dessert free which was afternoon tea with scones. Scones were not fresh and a bit rubbery, jam slopped into a shot glass. Passion fruit fizz cocktail barely tasted of passion fruit. Wish I sent it back. Experience could have been better. Jam in a shot glass?!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Léa 1 year ago on Google
    Such a pretty restaurant, we went for the birthday of my sister and the waiter (Claude) was so nice !! Affordable too
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ed F. 1 year ago on Google
    Dog friendly inside and out outside. Extensive gluten and dairy free menu. Outside area is sheltered so is a little warmer than expect. And the staff were very helpful with our order. Oh and our breakfast was lovely and fair prices.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Cameron D. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, the food was alright, looked immaculate when served to us but we found all the fried foods to be very dry. Burger was the exception, as you can see it was divine! The drinks let them down as the cocktails were a tad watery, and one member of the staff was particularly grumpy when we brought this to her attention. Bit snappy too. Overall decent but felt uncomfortable, hence the 3 stars.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Denisa M. 2 years ago on Google
    The place is nicely decorated, very fresh style. We ordered 2 steaks, the sirloin with salad was really tasty and juicy but the other steak was a bit tin and dry, not the best. The prices are okay for Central London, the staff was friendly so overall was a nice experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aneta Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Despite being a busy team will go their way to make sure you've got everything you need. Tasty food! Beautiful interior!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lauren H. 3 months ago on Google • 251 reviews New
    Wow! Blown away - loved this place! Super cute. Food was excellent with large portion sizes. Would recommend The Garden plate - was very fresh.

  • 4/5 Antonio T. 5 months ago on Google • 176 reviews
    Very pleased with our evening meal here. Super fast service, perfect for pre theatre meal. Reasonably priced for such a central location. Upstairs seems the quieter area to eat. Will be back again sometime soon I hope.

  • 5/5 Amal E. 2 months ago on Google • 23 reviews New
    Decor, vibes, food all 10/10. Just expect a waiting line. The menu has many options for vegetarians. We ordered avocado toast and a delicious bowl with beetroot. Tastes very nice

  • 5/5 Betty C. 4 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    Wauwww we ate so well. The food came so fast, the waiters were kind too and the tables and seats were spacious. The coffee tasted very delicious as well. Really recommend the restaurant, because it‘s hidden so not too crowded🙌🏼 (prices were fine)

  • 4/5 Stacey H. 2 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    Consistent with other Bills locations I’ve been to, it’s a firm favourite for breakfast out. Food and service is always excellent. Shame this location seemed a bit cramped. Too many tables for a small restaurant but was still a lovely spot for breakfast with lovely attentive staff

  • 5/5 Zoe T. 4 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Fab trip to Bill's covent garden, we were given complimentary bubbles to celebrate my partners birthday, our server Sylvi was very attentive and friendly. Service was quick and food delicious

  • 4/5 Zola M. 2 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Nice and cozy. The food is good, no complaints on that. The service was also good. The place was busy and we didn’t have to wait too long for our food to arrive after ordering. Not too pricey either.

  • 5/5 Sanja7 3 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    It's a really nice place to dine at. The Staff was really friendly and "squeezed" us (3 People) in for a fast Breakfast. The food was really good.

  • 5/5 Jo M. 2 months ago on Google • 5 reviews New
    A lovely meal! We had booked for 17:30 but we were hungry an hour earlier and so we went in and the staff were lovely and we were seated immediately. Ordered a burger and butternut squash and hummus with poached eggs on sourdough. It came very quickly and was delicious! Very efficient service but never rushed.

  • 5/5 Mariana Jimenez M. 1 month ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Had a lovely time at the restaurant. Food was delicious!!!!! So flavourful and such nice portions. Definitely good place to come if you are hungry. JESS AND RYAN were wonderful staff, Ryan was such a delight to speak to and he went above and beyond as well as Jess to make the night special. The atmosphere 10/10 such a classy restaurant.

  • 5/5 Martin & Ally W. 2 years ago on Google
    We have just eaten here and were initially undecided due to gluten free issues. The waitress was so lovely as we left then returned. She joked with us and was just so refreshing to have banter. The food was good too

  • 2/5 Vagner Ricardo M. 2 years ago on Google
    5 stars for staff and the outside setting, perfect for brunch (weather permitting). But major textbook error: I got my food well before my coffee arrived. Quicker to make Eggs Benedict than a latte? Also, food is really average, at least mine was. Poached eggs really far too cooked, they were hard. It’s a shame as the place has potential.

  • 5/5 Danny H. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice place to grab a couple of drinks and get the stomach lined! Chicken burger was very moist and delicious. The front of house staff we're really friendly too and I enjoyed the Bills beer!

  • 5/5 Chris B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great menu, Atmosphere and staff were attentive without bring intrusive. Children's menu was good value for money. Sea bass and crab cakes were exceptional. The flower pot cheesecake was really out of this world. Can't wait to visit again.

  • 3/5 Hanan H. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful outdoor area. Bill’s food is always average. 5 stars for their hospitality

  • 5/5 stacy M. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely the best breakfast had during my trip! It was lovely. Service was decent, decor and atmosphere was great. Would 100% return here on my future visits to London. Looked amazing, and tasted amazing!

  • 4/5 Zahida F. 2 years ago on Google
    Great customer service from the waiters; they were speedy and attentive. The burger was tasty but honestly it was too messy! Too much filling so I personally wouldn’t recommend the buttermilk chicken burger.

  • 5/5 Ks L. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. My wife and I stopped by for breakfast last week, and we were not disappointed. The offerings, plating, food and customer service were outstanding. The next time we are in the Covent Gardens area again, we will visit this restaurant again.

  • 4/5 David H. 2 years ago on Google
    I enjoyed the vegan maple parsnip soup. My friend's mac n cheese was a little cold. Beautiful venue & friendly staff. Would like to visit again to try more of the vegan options

  • 4/5 Tom U. 2 years ago on Google
    Can't go wrong with BILL. Always good food. I felt sorry for the staff as the restruabt was pack cus it December time but despite stress they were friendly and polite. Except for one !

  • 4/5 Jtan S. 2 years ago on Google
    Always like a good dine at Bill's. this particular one is tucked away in a beautiful square which is tucked away in Covent Garden. Staff are super friendly. decor is always cosy and art decor fusion. Two floors. Good drinks. Atmosphere. Super fast service. Chicken burger was king size! and the nduja meatballs and potatoes was pretty good. I'd come back again.

  • 5/5 heather r. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff were friendly and professional. It has a lovely, relaxed and charming atmosphere with fab decor. My daughter wanted to try this place for the bottomless pancake brunch, which she said was amazing and tasted delicious! It certainly looked good. I ordered the Mediterranean Breakfast which was beautiful and very tasty even the flatbread had so much flavour! And the most surprising was how reasonably priced it was for such quality! Whenever I'm next visiting London I'll be sure to come back and will be recommended to any friends who also visit. Thank you for a lovely afternoon!

  • 2/5 Wenceslao Medina G. 1 year ago on Google
    Sorry but I have to desgre with some of the reviewers. Admittedly the breakfast was tasty however verlly hot. You can tell that all the ingredients where pre coock and keep it in a hot plate or similar i did comment the waiter and he ofer ti make It hoter ( nota a replaisment ) but if iwant a microwave good i go to a supermarket and pay less And for £12 i want better

  • 3/5 Ilona N. 1 year ago on Google
    Breakfast there is ok but not "wow"coffe is a bit cold and a bit lack of taste.Place itself is nice but food very average.

  • 3/5 Emma B. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was very nice and the man running the food up and down the stairs worked like an absolute trooper! Slight annoyance when we paid with two £20 notes for a £22 bill and wasn’t given change despite we’d paid service charge already . When asked for the £18 change, we were challenged. This ruined it a little bit for us but ultimately a good restaurant!

  • 5/5 J Frank (. 6 months ago on Google
    Bills Covenant Garden is a hidden gem in the heart of London. With its cozy and inviting ambiance, it offers a delightful dining experience. The star of the menu is undoubtedly the eggs Benedict and avocado toast. The perfectly poached eggs atop a bed of creamy avocado on a toasted slice of artisan bread is a match made in culinary heaven. The combination of flavors and textures is simply divine. Each bite is a burst of creamy richness complemented by the subtle crunch of the toast. The attention to detail in every ingredient and the exquisite presentation make this dish an absolute must-try. Bills Covenant Garden is a true haven for breakfast lovers and food enthusiasts alike.

  • 4/5 Da silva J. 6 months ago on Google
    Amazing restaurant in Covent garden, Ldn🇬🇧 The location of the restaurant is amazing, we had a table outside on the terrace, very cosy and calm, we choose to have a brunch, the dishes are amazingly presented and taste even better than what they look like. The variety of cocktails and drink they have is also great (less bears available though) although, I do think it is a bit overpriced and the service charge is quite high.

  • 5/5 Alice W. 5 months ago on Google
    Went in the week after work for food and drinks at Bill's in Covent Garden. Excellent customer service, the lady who served us was very friendly and attentive. Menu was available for gluten-free with plenty to choose from, and there were lots of plant-based options. Both the salads and the cocktails were delicious. We had the Hippy Bowl with chicken on the side and the Santorini Salad. Both were very filling and full of flavour. I would definitely return to try more of the menu. I would recommend this restaurant as a great place to get together with friends. Vibrant atmosphere, great for dinner, and a few drinks at the end of the day.

  • 5/5 Aida 1 year ago on Google
    Bill’s has breakfasts till 11:30. I had an amazing porridge with apples and cinnamon. The atmosphere was nice. Love the design. They have big variety of breakfast dishes. I will definitely come back here.

  • 4/5 Marjolein M. 1 year ago on Google
    We loved the food! The price is really good too. Absolutely worth it. We had brunch here and we both had eggs Benedict with fries. I ordered tea and got a huge pot for only 3 pounds (filled with about 6 cups). It was a bit chaotic and you had to wait a long time to pay or order something else which is why i took away one star. Make sure you have a reservation because there was a long line outside but with a reservation you could walk right past it.

  • 5/5 Lauren M. 6 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Had such a lovely time at Bills last Friday evening. It’s my dogs birthday this month, turning 9! Our servers (2, a lovely lady and a fantastic young man who I believe was called Kristos?) They went above and beyond for us. Even humouring our request for a birthday candle in the doggy ice cream for my dog (they also joined in singing happy birthday to her). I really enjoyed my burger (so much so that we went to Bills in marybelone the very next day with other friends to try some of the other dishes). I’ll attach pics from both restaurants, day two was with another doggy friend! The Schwarma on day two was fantastic. Much better food than your usual chain restaurant, and super friendly service.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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