Restaurants

The Grand Divan, Simpson's-in-the-strand

Simpson's is one of the few London restaurants offering only the finest quality British ingredients cooked to perfection in classic British style. The restaurant's speciality of roast Scottish beef on the bone that has been aged for 28 days for maximum flavour, and is carved at guests' tables from antique silver domed trolleys - a practice that began over 150 years ago and for which Simpson's is world renowned. The Grand Divan also offers roast lamb from the trolley.

The a la carte menu features fish, including Dover Sole and potted Morecombe Bay shrimps, Simpson's pies and vegetarian options. The restaurant specialises in game in season.

Simpson's Master Cook, Paul Muddiman, is delighted to champion the cause of real British puddings with his classic treacle sponge and custard ranking as one of his signature dishes.

The Grand Divan has live piano music playing seven nights a week from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., including Sunday lunch between 12:15 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Starters begin at around £6 (salads begin at £4); mains from around (£17); all sweets at (£6.95).

Pre theatre menu is available from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Monday to Friday, at a cost of £27.50 for three courses.

Hours Of Operation:

Breakfast
Monday to Friday - 7:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Lunch
Monday to Saturday - 12:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Sunday - 12:15 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Dinner
Monday to Saturday - 5:45 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Sunday - 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Dress Code:

Smart, casual attire. No jeans, trainers or T-shirts.

Reservations:

Reservations strongly recommended and can be made by calling the restaurant directly at +44 (0)20  7836 9112, by fax +44 (0)20 7836 1381 or through e-mail.