Eat Out to Help Out: top 5 in food
The government’s new ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ Scheme came into effect on the 3 August and will last through to the end of the month, giving people 50% off their bill at thousands of restaurants across the country. For example, a family of four will be able to save £40 on a meal previously worth £80. The government will pick up the remaining £40 of the bill. No vouchers are required to take advantage of the scheme.
This scheme is designed to encourage support for restaurants that have been struggling during the lockdown and will be in operation from Monday – Wednesdays at participating establishments, and is only applicable to those eating in. You can find out which restaurants are participating in the scheme by searching the postcode of the area – all businesses within a two-mile radius that are offering the discount will be highlighted. This week we have a round-up of some of our favourite restaurants participating in the scheme.
Sketch London
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#FLODown: Sketch London has without a doubt one of the best interior designs in London. Widely known for its very unique and quirky toilets each room in the restaurant transports you into a completely different universe: the Lecture Room & Library, the Parlour, the Glade, the East Bar and The Gallery. They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The offer: Known to be a relatively expensive place to dine in London, Sketch is offering two of the Parlour’s signature dishes; Fish and chips or steak and French fries for £10 each!
Location
9 Conduit St, Mayfair, London
W1S2 2XG
Nearest station
Bond Street station
Opening hours
Monday-Wednesday 9 am-7 pm
Thursday - Sunday 9am-12am
Friday- Saturday 9am-2am
Gymkhana
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#FLODown: Gymkhana is known for its classic yet modern Indian cuisine, with a focus on chatpatta sharing dishes. The restaurant is inspired by the elite clubs of India, and features very chic turned oak booths with marble tables surrounded by luxurious leather banquettes. There is also a wonderful selection of traditional Indian artwork covering the walls.
The offer: Gymkhana will be applying a discount of 50% off, up to £10 per person, across all bills, for those dining on Tuesday evenings and all day on Wednesdays
Location
42 Albemarle St, Mayfair, London W1S 4JH
Nearest station
Green Park station
Opening hours
Tuesday 5:30pm-10: 30pm
Wednesday-Saturday 12:00pm-2: 30pm, 5:30pm-10: 30pm
Brasserie of Light
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#FLODown: Located in Selfridges department store, Brassier of Light offers seasonal British cuisine in an extravagant setting. Despite the delicious food on offer, one of the main attraction is the huge 24ft flying horse overlooking the restaurant floor. The crystal-encrusted sculpture of Pegasus was designed by renowned artist Damien Hirst.
The Offer: Brasserie of Light are offering up to £10 off all dishes and soft drink from Monday to Wednesday.
They have also created an exclusive set menu available from 11.30 am Monday – Wednesday. You can choose from either two courses for £30 or three for £35 before the offer is applied.
Location:
400 Oxford St, Duke St, Marylebone
London
W1A 1AB
Nearest station:
Bond Street Station
Opening hours:
Monday-Friday 11:30am-Midnight
Saturday 11am-Midnight
Sunday 11am-11pm
Trishna
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#FLODown: A Michelin star restaurant located in the heart of Marylebone Village, Trishna delivers seriously tasty Indian coastal cuisine with a contemporary touch. They have a superb wine list that focuses on niche producers and boutique wineries from all over the world. With the sun making a comeback lately, their terrace on Blandford Street is the perfect location to enjoy some alfresco dining.
The Offer: Trishna has created a £20 set three-course menu for August – making it £10 for you. It includes some classic dishes, such as Aloo Chaat, Dum Chicken Biryani, Wild Mushroom Pilau, and our Rose & Pear Kulfi Falooda.
You can also use the discount – 50% off up to £10 per person – across their A La Carte and tasting menus. The offers are available Tuesday to Wednesday.
Location
15-17 Blandford Street, Marylebone Village, W1U 3DG
Nearest station
Baker Street station
Opening hours
Wednesday-Friday 6:00pm-10: 30pm
Saturday 12:00pm-2:30pm 5:30pm-10: 30pm
Sunday 12:00pm-2:45pm 5:30pm-9: 30pm
Darwin Brasserie Sky Garden
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#FLODown: The Darwin Brasserie is London’s highest rooftop brasserie. Located in the Sky Garden which offers a 360-degree view of London’s skyline, it is the perfect backdrop to indulge in a selection of seasonal British dishes!
The offer: Darwin Brasserie are offering 50% off your food and non-alcoholic drinks. The offer is available for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Wednesday.
Location:
1 Sky Garden Walk, London, EC3M 8AF
Nearest station:
Bank station
Opening hours:
Monday-Tuesday: 10am-10pm, Wednesday: 10am-11pm
Thursday: 10am-12am, Friday-Saturday: 10am-1am
Sunday: 11am-11pm
Chapati Club
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#FLODown: With a focus on home-cooked Indian dishes, Chapati Club is a cosy and delicious eatery located in Acton. The brainchild of Resh Sonchhatla, the restaurant motto is “we believe Indian food can be so natural you can eat it every day!” Expect to find a menu of mouth-watering traditional Indian dishes including chicken biryani, hariyali chicken, okra, paneer and vegetarian staples such as Tarka dhal, and of course before you ask, they do serve a delicious naan - perfect in texture and taste.
The offer: Chapati Club is offering 50% off your food and non-alcoholic drinks. For lunch and dinner from Tuesday – Wednesday.
They will be excepting bookings via Instagram DM and email. Click here for more.
Location:
117 The Vale, Acton, London W3 7RQ
Nearest station:
Acton Central Station
Opening hours:
Tuesday – Saturday 5pm – 10pm
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