Where to Celebrate Galentine’s Day in London

This Belgravia eatery offers Latin American dining with contemporary interiors and beautifully presented food. Perfect for a weekend brunch with the girls on Galentine’s Day, Morena’s menu offers an extensive range of classic brunch dishes with a Latin twist. Expect huevos rancheros, açai bowls, and street food such as empanadas and tacos. For dinner, there is a wide selection of plates to choose from, including lobster rolls, steak and cassava fries with chimichurri sauce, and Peruvian-style fried rice with beef and prawns. They also have an impressive cocktail menu with some deliciously unique concoctions (you’ll want to sample them all, trust us). And if you’re feeling naughty, opt for the Churros with Dulce de Leche afterwards to dip in some hot chocolate – you won’t regret it! 


This Aussie BBQ spot in Soho offers beach vibes, gorgeous interiors, and tasty dishes which celebrate the food scene of Down Under. Expect prime cuts of meat and seasonal vegetable dishes with an Asian cuisine influence – all cooked to perfection on a charcoal grill. If you love bottomless brunch (but don’t fancy an early start on Sunday morning) be sure to try Scarlett Green’s ‘Bottomless Dinner’ instead. Kicking off with a Pornstar Martini fountain, you and your gal pals will all enjoy two cocktails each, a choice between the ‘Aussie BBQ Board’ or the ‘Bondi Vegan Board’, two delicious sides, and to top it all off, the famous ‘Melbourne Mars Bar Cheesecake Ball’. There will also be bottomless bubbles included to toast to being fabulous! Scarlett Green is one of London’s best new restaurants, according to Vogue, so be sure to book your table now.

31 Below is perfect for a fun rendezvous with the girls – be it morning, noon, or evening. Their breakfast and brunch menus include an array of delicious plates, such as pancakes, avo-toast, and full English breakfasts. Nurse your Saturday night hangover with a range of cold-pressed juices, iced coffees, protein shakes, organic teas, or one of their classic cocktails – providing you can stomach it! If you fancy a long, lazy lunch or a late-night dinner with your pals instead, 31 Below has a seriously good selection of dishes to choose from on their all-day menu. We recommend their Buddha Bowls, or the Flash Steak served with fries and truffle cream. This spot is vegetarian and vegan friendly as well, serving up some wonderful plant-based small plates, salads, and entrées. If that’s not enough to entice you, 31 Below becomes a vibrant basement bar after 6pm – which is great for dancing away the Valentine blues with your girlfriends! Book now to avoid disappointment.

Minnow is a cosy neighbourhood bistro offering delicious brunches, lunches, and suppers, with relaxed vibes and great views overlooking Clapham Common from the heated terrace. Beautifully decorated with flowers and fairy lights, this place is perfect for photo opportunities too, with equally stunning food presentation. As Galentine’s Day falls on a Sunday this year, why not treat yourselves to a BYOB Sunday roast with all the trimmings and a delicious pudding for afterwards? And as 13th February is a celebration, be sure to take advantage of Minnow’s fantastic ‘Happy Hour’ with your girlfriends. Between 3pm and 7pm, you’ll find classic cocktails for £7, as well as a glass of house wine or a pint for £5! And if you’ve all been for a walk on the common beforehand with your pooches, feel free to bring them along to join in the Galentine’s Day fun – Minnow is dog friendly!

If you fancy more of a lavish Galentine’s experience, why not reserve a table for afternoon tea at The Coral Room in The Bloomsbury Hotel? Their dining room boasts stunning 1920s-inspired interiors, with vibrant coral walls, an opulent marble bar and Murano glass chandeliers. The Head Pastry Chef, Chris Dodd was Afternoon Tea of the Year finalist, so expect to be impressed! Choose from a wide selection of high-quality teas, such as the Provençal ‘Lemon Verbena’, the ‘Sri Lankan Lemongrass’ or the ‘Second Flush Muscatel’ from India. Perhaps you’d like to upgrade your experience with a glass of Champagne too? It is a celebration after all! To follow, there’s a variety of dainty desserts with gorgeous flavour combinations, plus an elegant spread of scones and sandwiches for you and your girlfriends to enjoy. Afternoon tea is served from 1-4pm, and at night The Coral Room transforms into a lively cocktail bar serving delicious side plates including oysters and extravagant cheese boards, if you fancy making an evening of it instead.