The Portrait Restaurant

Just moments from Charing Cross, The Portrait Restaurant delivers confident, assured cooking from a chef who needs little introduction. Richard Corrigan’s reputation precedes him, and the food comfortably lives up to it, with a menu built around balance, clarity and generous flavour rather than unnecessary flourish.

Starters set the tone with thoughtful combinations, from cool, creamy burrata with bitter chicory and the sweet tang of pickled quince, to smoked salmon lifted by pomegranate, fennel and a crisp crouton crunch. Pasta sits neatly between indulgence and finesse, pumpkin girasoli glossed in sage butter and walnuts, or king prawn linguine enriched with bisque and finished with chives. Each dish is carefully layered, well seasoned and clean on the finish, the sort of cooking that quietly encourages you to order just one more.

Mains lean into polished classics. Fillet of beef arrives with crisp-edged potatoes, tender spinach and a peppercorn sauce made for dipping, while lamb cutlets paired with romesco and Piedmont pepper bring a gentle smoky sweetness. Sides keep things simple and satisfying, from silky olive oil mash to golden chips that naturally invite sharing.

In the heart of the city, The Portrait Restaurant is an easy choice for unhurried lunches and relaxed dinners; a place to gather, eat well and let the evening unfold at its own pace. Book in, bring good company, and let Corrigan’s cooking do what it does best.