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21/10/2026
35,000 TOASTIES AND COUNTING. Ham & Cheese Toastie, Pickle.
Our toastie has not had a day off since July 2018. Ham hock, braised till it falls apart. Montgomery Cheddar, the grandaddy of Somerset Cheddars, multiple Supreme Champion at World and British Cheese Awards. Our tangy, sweet-tart house pickle, just like the famous one but better.
12/10/2026
I’M JUST A HAPPY GUY, TO BE HONEST.
Pet peeve? Nah, not me.
11/10/2026
CHRISTMAS WITH CORA in the heart of Covent Garden.
Step into our Georgian townhouse for the warm embrace of flickering candlelight in a beautiful room and kick off with a glass of cold, crisp champagne.
Share snacks and starters for the table: Truffled Brie Croquettes, Devils on Horseback, a crisp, bittersweet salad of Endive, Pear and Stilton, delicately delicate Scallops with Chestnut Purée and Pancetta.
To follow, choose from melting Slow-cooked Beef Short Rib, Salmon en Croute or Salt-Baked Celeriac. All with perfectly-judged sides of Crispy Potatoes, Creamed Brussels and Honey-glazed Parsnips. Finish with Panettone Baked Alaska.
Book in for a very merry Christmas 👆. The w**e will pour, the stories will flow. We will look after you well. x
02/10/2026
AUTUMN VELVET.
Spiced Squash, Lemongrass & Coconut Soup. The first soup of the season to sink into. Roasted butternut, on a base of deep, sweet onions, the brisk lift of lemongrass and mellow coconut milk, topped with pumpkin seed oil and toasted pumpkin seeds. Beautifully, richly vegan, utterly pleasing and on the set menu now.
24/09/2026
MADE FOR SHARING.
Kabocha Squash & Roquefort Tarte Tatin. Flaky pastry holds caramelised kabocha with a little Roquefort funk underneath.A glass of cold, crisp Esterlin Brut should get things started nicely.
15/09/2026
LEAVE NO TRACE.
Cora’s Milk and Cookies. Warm where they should be, cold where it counts. Always with ice cream, always with cream, always leaves you fighting over the last bite x
13/09/2026
The busy, buzzy afternoon sounds of Cora Pearl. Book a table to join in.
10/09/2026
WORTH THE WAIT.
This most incredible, and incredibly long, tapestry (which is, pedants rejoice, technically an embroidery) contains rather more than battle. There are ships being built and seas crossed, horses and hunting, messengers and meetings, omens in the sky and, of particular interest to us, some very good feasting. Bread is broken, w**e is poured and an entire banquet appears to be underway before anyone gets down to the serious business of conquering England.
There may be a very long queue to see this very long tapestry, but it is worth the wait. And by the time you’ve made it to the actual battle, you may be in need of a very long drink. Or a very long lunch. Or both.
Fortunately, we are only a short walk away. Where the wait for a drink will also be short. Book your table.
05/09/2026
FRUIT FOREVER.
Strawberries, blackberries, blueberries and pear under a fluffy hat of Chantilly cream with crisp shards of meringue. The sharp, sweet, sheer pleasure of high season fruit. A better way to five a day.
03/09/2026
MUST BE TRIED.
Honey Grilled Figs, Wild Rocket, Goat’s Cheese & Walnuts. The best figs, roasted for intense, jammy sweetness and glazed with honey. With goats cheese grilled to golden and bubbling, caramalised pecans for a bittersweet crunch, all perched on a bed of peppery rocket. Pre-theatre or long lunch, this one’s ready either way. Book your table before curtain up.
Our chef Michale put it best: must be tried. Fresh figs are only around for a short window, so get in before they’re gone. Pre-theatre or long lunch, this one’s ready either way.
01/09/2026
PILE IN.
Grilled Sardines with Aioli on Toast. Cornish sardines, butterflied and grilled over charcoal until the skin catches. Piled onto sourdough with a generous slather of aioli, togarashi for heat, red radish for bright crunch, scattered and scented with dill and parsley.
A starter that calls for sunshine, a cold glass of something, and no cutlery at all.
Address
30 Henrietta Street
London
WC2E 8NA
Option 1 - Public Transport:
Take the tube to Covent Garden station and walk down Garrick Street, then take a right on Maiden Lane until you reach Henrietta Street. The restaurant is located a few doors down on the left-hand side.
Option 2 - Driving/Parking:
Drive towards the Strand and turn onto Surrey Street, continue until you reach Tavistock St and turn left. Take a right onto Southampton St, then left onto Maiden Lane before turning right onto Bedfordbury. Then, turn left again onto Henrietta Street where the restaurant is located. There are public parking garages available nearby, including NCP in Drury Lane or Q-Park in Chinatown.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
12pm - 3pm |
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5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 3pm |
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5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 3pm |
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5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 3pm |
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5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 3pm |
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5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 3:30pm |
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What people say
Cora Pearl is a must-visit restaurant in London's historic Covent Garden townhouse. The elevated British comfort food and strong liquor are sure to satisfy your cravings. The restaurant has received high praise for its delicious drinks, including the "Best Bloody Mary" according to a reliable source. The General Manager Ruby is known for her love of Billecart Salmon Rose Champagne and her impressive peacock impression. Cora Pearl also offers a taste of New Orleans with their Vieux Carré cocktail. If you're feeling nostalgic, try their Coronation Chicken Buns while sipping on a Bad Kitty cocktail. Don't miss out on the fun during special events like the Coronation weekend celebration. And if you're a dog owner, bring your furry friend along as Cora Pearl is dog-friendly! Book now for an unforgettable dining experience at Cora Pearl on Henrietta Street.
