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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.
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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
Arch 337 Acton Mews
London
E8 4EA
To reach the restaurant located at Arch 337 Acton Mews in London, you can take the following public transport options:
- Bus: There are several bus stops near the restaurant. Check TfL website for the best route according to your starting point.
- Train: The nearest train station is Hoxton station. From there, it is a 5-minute walk to reach the restaurant.
As for driving and parking, there are some options available:
- Car: You can input "Arch 337 Acton Mews" on your GPS device and follow the directions. Please note that this is a busy area and there might be limited on-street parking spots available.
- Bike: If you prefer cycling, there are bike racks available outside the restaurant.
- Taxi/Uber: You can use a taxi or ride-hailing app to get dropped off directly outside the restaurant.
Opening Hours
| Friday |
7pm - 11pm |
| Saturday |
7pm - 11pm |
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What people say
The Sea, The Sea is a must-visit restaurant in London for seafood lovers. Located in Arch 337 Acton Mews, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience with its Chef's Table and terrace seating options. The vibrant Portuguese urchins served here are a must-try and pair perfectly with a glass of wine on the terrace. The restaurant also has an expanding retail team in Chelsea and is looking for passionate fishmongers to join their crew. With their own vehicles delivering the best produce from Cornwall every night, working here means you'll be working with the freshest seafood in London. The Seafood Bar is back open on Tuesdays from next week, just in time for spring. They are still recruiting chefs and FOH staff for the summer season, so if you have a passion for seafood and excellent knife skills, apply now to [email protected]. Overall, The Sea, The Sea is a great place to enjoy delicious seafood dishes while enjoying the beautiful ambiance of their terrace seating area or Chef's Table.
