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Food - Cicoria by Angela Hartnett, London, London

Cicoria by Angela Hartnett

4.5 (430)
£26 to £40
Italian
Bow St 5th Floor, Royal Opera House, London, London WC2E 9DD

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Cicoria by Angela Hartnett

4.5
£26 to £40
Italian
Covent Garden

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
Michelin-starred chef Angela Hartnett brings the tastes of Turin to the heart of Central London with an exceptional, Italian-inspired dining experience that captures the warmth and welcome of a family kitchen table. Situated on the Royal Opera House's fifth floor, above the historic Covent Garden Piazza, Cicoria and Bar Cicoria offer an exceptional dining experience with thoughtfully-designed, seasonal mains, desserts, shareable antipasti and small plates

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Experiences

  • Opera on the Terrace

    GBP 145.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 9 people

    29 Nov 2026 only
    Opera on the Terrace takes place on Sunday 29 November 2026 – experience a unique evening of food, wine and performance, curated by Michelin-starred chef Angela Hartnett and the team at Cicoria. Set against views over Covent Garden Piazza, this specially created event combines a seasonal three-course menu with live opera performed throughout the evening. Guests will enjoy three short sets of arias and duets woven seamlessly between courses. Arrive from 5.00pm to enjoy a cocktail on the terrace before being seated at 5.30pm. The evening unfolds across a three-course Italian-inspired menu, paired with free-flowing wine or non-alcoholic alternatives. For more information or to request allergen menus, please contact the restaurants team via email at restaurants@roh.org.uk or by phone on +44(0)207 212 9254.
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Reviews

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4.5

4.5
(430)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

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Cicoria by Angela Hartnett offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing service" and "wonderful ambience." Set in a historic location with views over Covent Garden, it features a "lovely menu" of well-presented, seasonal dishes. Guests appreciate its "friendly and attentive staff," making it a memorable choice for special occasions.
430 Reviews
  1. Martin

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was averaged at best, waiting staff were amazing

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  2. Louise

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent venue if you are looking for pre-performance or go later for a quieter civilised meal once the crowds are seated at the opera. Fabulous tasty food and enthusiastic informative helpful staff.

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  3. Susana

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience 10 out of 10. Service was very attentive. Very on it. Borderline pushy with the upsell- I think to ask if we want wine with the meal is ok, but 3 is excessive. My chicken was a bit overcooked and personally for my flavour palette the radicchio was extremely bitter or perhaps marginally overcooked. Cocktails were fantastic. Starters were yummy, loved the mozzarella with the figs. Not sure if it’s worth ordering the halibut if you have to hunt to find it. Understand it’s expensive and margins are tight but I’d rather pay more to get a little more or take it off the menu.

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  4. Sally

    Surrey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and excellent service. Will definitely be returning.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue, great food and lovely service. Will revisit pre next ROH performance.

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  6. Martin Gold

    London19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely restaurant to visit, whether before a show or independent of one

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  7. Charlotte

    Berlin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were eating before the opera and the three courses arrived in good time without feeling rushed. Our waiter Zac was friendly and professional. The food was delicious and very good value for money.

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  8. Kim Gold

    London21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyable dinner. Food and service good in a nice atmosphere. Convenient when attending the ballet.

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  9. Peter Gold

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived a little ahead of our guests. The staff were unsure if we wanted to wait or order drinks in advance We had an early booking so the noise was moderate to loud as the audience gathered for a performance. We were impressed with the food and overall it was a very good experience

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  10. Gloria

    Kent1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A beautiful place to eat, looking out at the rooftops of Covent Garden. Our food was delicious. Service was prompt and polite.

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FAQs

Sunday, guests specifically praise Cicoria’s Sunday lunch and its Sunday sharing menu, making Sunday a popular choice for a leisurely lunch at the Royal Opera House.

Cicoria is a brilliant pre-theatre choice, guests recommend visiting before Royal Opera House performances (many praise pre-performance lunches and found bookings around 5–5.30pm gave plenty of time).

Casual dress, aim for neat, comfortable clothing; many guests still dress up a touch for anniversaries and pre‑theatre evenings.

Yes, families are welcome; reviewers describe dining with children (one noted their six-year-old happily finished a bowl of pasta), and several guests praise Cicoria as a great spot for family meals.

Guests describe the dishes as generous and well‑portioned, several reviews specifically praise generous, satisfying servings.

Yes, Cicoria has a terrace/rooftop bar where guests regularly dine and enjoy views over Covent Garden.

Cicoria feels elegant and comfortable, tasteful decor, airy dining rooms and a terrace with stunning Covent Garden views, with soft lighting and plenty of space between tables for a relaxed meal.

Cicoria tends to be busiest around pre‑performance times at the Royal Opera House, when guests book before shows; at other times reviewers describe more relaxed, quieter lunches and unhurried visits.

Yes, Cicoria is often chosen for special evenings: guests report anniversary visits and even proposals, and praise its intimate, low‑level lighting, comfortable seating and attentive service.

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Cicoria by Angela Hartnett

4.5
£26 to £40
Italian
Covent Garden

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 65 times today
Experiences are available.
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