Recent social media posts
24/10/2026
New on the menu.
A bouillabaisse to make Marseille jealous. Featuring a selection of Cornish day-boat fish including grilled red mullet, confit brill, clams and mussels. The soup is rich and complex and painstakingly crafted with lobster heads and fish bones for 3 hours before being seasoned with shiro dashi and white soy. Poured at the table and served with a rouille and Gruyère gougers for dipping.
It is, in fact, London’s best bouillabaisse and I challenge anyone to a duel who says otherwise.
23/10/2026
Crappy weather, might as well have a stonking lunch.
Book at the link in bio
15/10/2026
Everything in its right place.
A great service is never an accident.
15/10/2026
13/10/2026
Join us this Sunday evening for a tasting of our own brand caviars, paired with delicious English sparkling and still wines from Westwell Wines
Tickets £35 inclusive of canapés, caviar and wines.
20% discount on caviar prices for tins purchased on the day that can be collected any time before Christmas - perfect for your festive season soirées!
Book via the link in our bio.
05/10/2026
We’re looking for a curious and passionate junior sommelier/ mixologist to join our team.
Our drinks list features a curated selection of English and European wines from small, trusted vineyards along with unique cocktails from our award-winning bar team such as our Fig Leaf Highball pictured (also available as a non-alc).
We’re a company that rewards enthusiasm with training and development and we’re happy to sponsor WSET courses and vineyard visits.
Drop a line to [email protected] with your CV to hear more.
01/10/2026
In a hurry? Check out our new midweek Express Menu for lunch and pre-theatre.
2 courses £35
3 courses £40
Featuring this Cornish Sole with Kombu Butter & Kale for a small supplement. Big enough (but too delicious) to share.
Tuesday - Thursday
12-3pm & 6-7pm
Booking recommended via the link in our bio.
27/09/2026
That’s right pooch; it’s Sunday, the sun’s out and sardines are on special.
20/09/2026
Join us on Sunday 18th of October for an evening of caviar and delicious English wines with our friends at Westwell. A welcome drink, canapés and tastings of different wines and caviars all included in the ticket price of £35.
We’re also offering a 20% discount for any orders placed on the day and collected any time before Christmas. Tickets via the link in our bio.
23/07/2026
Is the octopus bloom over?
This was the scene of a Cornish landing a few weeks ago, but today it’s a different story.
In recent months local crustacean fishermen have turned their hand to catching Mediterranean octopus that they’re finding in their lobster pots eating all our shellfish. It’s proved a vital alternative income for these boats whose income would otherwise have been decimated by the octopus invasion. With the demand for octopus still as strong as ever in the Mediterranean countries, whose local octopus have moved to West Country waters, our local fishermen have been landing them and selling them back to the Mediterranean.
A month or so ago the octopus started to reduce in size and then last week their numbers fell sharply. One of our local fishermen in Looe, who was finding 500kg a day in his lobster pots, today found just 20kg, giving a strong sign that the octopus bloom has now come to an end.
Will they be back? Most probably. They came and went away last summer but returned in the winter. No one is quite sure what’s driving them up this way but the most likely explanation is that they’re following the food source, which may have dwindled in the Mediterranean due to over-fishing.
We’ll be keeping it on our restaurant specials menu and retail lunch boxes until stocks run out. The sea truly is a mystery… everyday restarting.
01/11/2025
On Wednesday 19th November we welcome Rahel Stephanie aka to our Chelsea Seafood Bar for a special collab dinner with our own
Exceptional seafood with Rahel’s vibrant Indonesian-influenced flare. A la carte menu, bookings via link in bio 🔥
01/11/2025
Bookings live at link in bio 🔥
28/10/2025
What’s Good Right Now…5 fish you should be buying this Autumn
1. Plaice
Once considered ‘London’s fish’ we’re determined to reinstate this status because when in season (like now) it’s a great challenger to sole or even turbot and a fraction of the price.
2. Squid
‘Jigged’ or line-caught season has started and squid caught in this method are an entirely different animal to the netted or trawled ones.
3. Gurnard
Big, colourful and brimming with flavour. This unsung hero is ridiculous value right now. Its firm texture works well for stews and curries.
4. Bass
Autumn wild bass is best. The colder water does wonders for its texture and flavour and the price is favourable too.
5. John Dory
At the more premium end but still great bang for your buck. Cook whole for the best results, it’s easy to pull off the bone once cooked and don’t be fooled by the fillet size - it’s a surprisingly filling fish.
As ever our team in store are at hand for preparation and cooking advice. All fish sourced direct from our team in Looe.
Most pics on location by
22/10/2025
On Wednesday 19th November we welcome Rahel Stephanie aka to our Chelsea Seafood Bar for a special collab dinner with our own
Exceptional seafood with Rahel’s vibrant Indonesian-influenced flare. A la carte menu, bookings via link in bio 🔥
09/10/2025
Drinks don’t often get the spotlight at TSTS but has created a sublime offering, drawing on his 12 year cocktail bar experience including 6 years at .
He’s also worked 6 harvests at the excellent Ch*****ne Pouillon which is available at our Chelsea seafood bar by the glass.
Tomas is never short of a recommendation, pairing or non-alcoholic alternative so feel free to test him out!
Address
174 Pavilion Rd
London
SW1X 0AW
Directions via Public Transport: Take the train or tube to Paddington Station. From there, take the District Line towards Wimbledon and get off at South Kensington. Then, switch to the Circle Line and get off at Sloane Square. Walk for about 10 minutes along the Kings Road until you reach the restaurant.
Directions via Driving/Parking: Head towards London on the M4 motorway. Take the A4 exit towards Hammersmith/ London (W). Follow A3220 to Beaufort St in Chelsea. Turn right onto Beaufort Gardens and then turn left at Walton St. Continue straight onto Draycott Ave before turning right onto Kings Rd. The restaurant is located on your right-hand side. Parking options include metered street parking or using a nearby car park such as Chelsea Cloisters Car Park or Cadogan Place Car Park.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
9am - 3am |
| Tuesday |
9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday |
9am - 5pm |
| Thursday |
9am - 5pm |
| Friday |
9am - 5pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 5pm |
| Sunday |
10am - 4pm |
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Sea, The Sea posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
What people say
The Sea, The Sea is a contemporary fish shop and seafood restaurant located in Chelsea, London. What sets this British restaurant apart from others is its unique concept of transforming into a champagne and seafood bar from 6 pm onwards on Tuesdays to Saturdays. The Sea, The Sea sources most of its fish from Cornwall, ensuring that customers get the best produce in the capital delivered every night in their own vehicles.
Apart from serving fresh and delicious seafood dishes, The Sea, The Sea also offers an opportunity for customers to learn about fishmongering through their recruitment drive for passionate fishmongers. They welcome applicants with various levels of experience but require good knife skills and a real passion for seafood. Former chefs with a keen interest in fish are also encouraged to apply.
The restaurant's social media updates keep customers informed about their latest offerings such as vibrant Portuguese urchins and Chef's Table availability. With the reopening of their seafood bar on Tuesdays to Sundays, customers can enjoy their favorite seafood dishes while sipping on champagne or wine on the terrace.
Overall, The Sea, The Sea is an excellent choice for those looking for a unique dining experience in London. With its fresh and delicious seafood dishes sourced directly from Cornwall and its innovative concept of transforming into a champagne and seafood bar at night, it's no wonder why this British restaurant has become so popular among locals and tourists alike.
