Carnaby is the place to be this summer. With a huge variety of shops, explore some of the hottest brands in London and get your summer shopping fix. Then discover our restaurants, pubs, bars and cafés who offer al fresco dining and enjoy their new summer menus with an array of refreshing drinks and cocktails.
Top Spots for Al Fresco Dining and Summer Cocktails
PITTABUN
A modern twist on traditional Greek Street food. PITTABUN have perfected the well-loved pitta bread with delicious fillings of uniquely sourced ingredients. Their terrace is the perfect place to chill and watch the world go by in Carnaby's Newburgh Quarter whilst enjoying your perfectly formed pitta.
4 Newburgh Street, W1F 7RF
Pastaio
Pastaio's bold and colourful interior alongside their delicious, fresh pasta is totally insta-worthy. Soak up the buzzing atmosphere on Ganton Street from their relaxed outdoor seating area whilst enjoying authentic, hand-made high-quality pasta all whilst at a very impressive price. Trust us, you'll want to come back again and again.
19 Ganton Street, W1F 9BN
Kingly Court
Kingly Court is a three-storey al fresco dining mecca, just off of Carnaby. On the ground floor, you will find Whyte and Brown who specialize in free-range chicken and offer a large outdoor terrace and seating area. Their upstairs is open-aired with a balcony making it an ideal place to enjoy a light summer meal or some cocktails during the day or night time. Shoryu Carnaby offers authentic Japanese food with a buzzing and lively atmosphere. With the option of indoor or outdoor seating, it’s the perfect location for an unpredictable English summer day.
Kingly Court is also home to The Good Egg, a Jerusalem inspired restaurant known for being the ideal brunch spot. You can expect to see favourites like their award-winning shakshuka and babka French toast. If you fancy a classic pizza, Pizza Pilgrims is the place for you, whether you want to sit and soak up the sun whilst enjoying your meal, or need pizza on the go, they will provide the goods. Perhaps you are more of a seafood lover? Enjoy fresh oysters at Wright Brothers or dig into their £20 lobster, available only in August.
If you are looking for an after-meal drink then head upstairs to Dirty Bones to try their new summer cocktail menu. Whether you fancy the City Punch, Dirty Old Fashioned or Pineapple Express, the new menu offers something for everyone.
Kingly Court, W1B
Shop Your Summer Essentials
Sweaty Betty
Sweaty Betty have launched a new range of sustainable swimwear to ensure you’re up to date when going on your summer holiday this year. Their unique and flattering gym wear will have you motivated towards achieving your fitness goals this summer.
1 Carnaby Street, W1F
MAC
Prep, set and get fresh with four new limited-edition summer scents. Floral, fruity, and tropical scents, packaged in playful colourful designs, there are summery vibes all around. As well as these summer scents, MAC have collaborated with Disney Aladdin to create an unmissable range of sparkling lipglasses, eye shadows and pigment.
30 Great Marlborough St, W1F 7JA
Cowshed
Treat yourself and give your skin a break. Whether you fancy something for yourself, or as a present, with their beautiful hand-drawn botanical illustrations on their new bottles, there’s something for everyone. Who said you have to be on holiday to relax? De-stress with a treatment at their spa, where you can recharge and rejuvenate your skin and your mind. You will also find a large range of beauty treatments. Make your booking here.
31 Foubert's Place, W1F 7QG
Havaianas
If you opt for a fresh new pedicure at Cowshed then show it off with a brand-new pair of Havaianas. For over 50 years they have been providing us with comfortable yet trendy flip flops. Complete your holiday wardrobe with your own colourful pair.
69 Broadwick Street, W1F 9QY
Too Faced
Too Faced have released a new summery collection called ‘Let’s go to the Peach.’ Ranging from peach to tan, this colour range is perfect to make your skin glow, features pop and enhance your sun-kissed look, whether it’s real or not! With every purchase over £65, you will receive a free summer gift set too!
51 Carnaby Street, W1F 9QB
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