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J Sheekey - The Restaurant, London, ENG

J Sheekey - The Restaurant

4.7 (2415)
£25 and under
Seafood
28-32 St Martin's Ct, London, ENG WC2N 4AL

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 107 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
J Sheekey is an iconic London restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden and the West End, serving the best seafood, fish, shellfish and oysters with al fresco dining on the terrace. The restaurant is close to the vibrant quarters of Soho, Leicester Square and The National Gallery.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Wine Bar, Breakfast
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:45 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7240 2565
  • Website
    https://j-sheekey.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Andrew McClay
  • Location
    28-32 St Martin's Ct, London, ENG WC2N 4AL
  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square station Exit No 1 then either left hand turn by the Wyndhams theatre.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Counter Seating, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Sheekey Special

    £44.00 per person

    Feb 17, 2025 - May 31, 2025
    Indulge in the Sheekey Special—a sumptuous roasted mixed shellfish platter for £44 per person (usually £58.50). Available Monday and Friday, 12pm-4pm, it features ½ lobster, scallops, tiger prawns, mussels, and samphire butter for an exquisite seafood experience.
    The Sheekey Special Photo

  • Sheekey Set Menu

    £36.00 per person

    Jan 6, 2025 - May 31, 2025
    Savour a menu of expertly crafted seafood dishes, perfect for a leisurely lunch or a pre or post-theatre indulgence. With two courses at £36 and three at £42, this is your chance to experience the timeless flavours of J. Sheekey in the heart of Covent Garden. Available everyday from 12pm – 4.45pm & 9.30pm onwards.
    Sheekey Set Menu Photo

Menu

J Sheekey - The Restaurant's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 2,415 people are saying

J Sheekey - The Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • London

    Seafood

  • West End London

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
J Sheekey is a London icon, celebrated for its "best fish restaurant" status. Diners rave about its "amazing quality food," "outstanding service," and "classic Theatreland venue." The seafood, including "sensational lobster and Dover Sole," is consistently praised. Despite some service lapses, the overall dining experience remains "fantastic," making it a must-visit.

2,415 Reviews

  1. Charlie

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food. Very slow to come which was frustrating. The lovaly atmosphere somewhat made up for it.

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  2. Bellamy

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A special meal for a Special occasion and they didn’t disappoint!

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  3. Mark VIP

    London77 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Fabulous oysters Great service but too noisy. Fish pie was good but not as good as Wilton’s No shellfish in it

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  4. Mary Ann VIP

    Washington DC95 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was delicious. The wait staff was attentive and the experience was wonderful.

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  5. Massey

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good cuisine especially lobster, sea scallops and fish& chips. In addition, the source was really good.

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  6. MorganE VIP

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I brought my sister and her husband who were visiting from the U.S., as J Sheekey has become a staple for out of town guests for me. We had a prime booth, which we loved and the food was excellent.

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  7. Piers

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I eaten at J Sheekey a lot over many years but this was the first time sitting in the pavement section and it was still a good experience. There were plenty of staff so even though it was peak time on a Saturday evening there was no lag between courses.

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  8. Alan VIP

    London118 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    If you like fish this is the place to go. It is without doubt the best fish restaurant in London, although they do do other things. It's a great place with lots of theatre based history and is a must visit for any foodie. But it's pretty expensive, and there's no pre-theatre option, which is a shame.

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  9. Craig

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The miso Salmon was amazing. It’s a great place to have dinner before the theater. Classy…

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  10. Rita VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and superb service! Highly recommend it!

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FAQs

J Sheekey - The Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 2415 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. West End London
  5. Covent Garden

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 107 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for J Sheekey - The Restaurant

28-32 St Martin's Ct, London, ENG WC2N 4AL

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:45 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Wine Bar, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square station Exit No 1 then either left hand turn by the Wyndhams theatre.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Andrew McClay
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Counter Seating, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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