Livebait
ADDRESS
21 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7DN
TELEPHONE
020 7836 7161
OPENING TIMES
Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday: 12:00-22:30. Sunday: 12:00-21:00
PRICES
Under Ł35
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Fish and chips are still alive and well as the nation’s number one takeaway dish, despite the rise of Chinese, Indian and other competitors. Livebait is the better dressed, flashier, younger brother which plonks the idea in central London, endeavouring to upgrade the experience to business class.
The green and white tiled interior is a kitsch nod to its heritage, which whilst being a midge sterile, the place floods with atmosphere as soon as it’s half-full (which is often). Swiftly moving staff keep the place ticking over in an unobtrusive manner, but can be a little sluggish at peak times.
You can’t beat the oysters which really are top notch, and the shellfish platter is a fresh-as-a-morning-swim pile of crustaceans, balanced invitingly on a scree of ice. Some of the main courses were a bit to flashy for our liking – why would you want to disguise the flavour of this fabulous, fresh fish with needless adjuncts? Of course, you can’t go wrong with the fish and chips. There’s no conceit here either, your cod, haddock or plaice comes with mushy peas of the brightest green.
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Opening and closing times for Livebait
Monday:
12.00
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23.00
Tuesday:
12.00
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23.00
Wednesday:
12.00
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Thursday:
12.00
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Friday:
12.00
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Saturday:
12.00
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Sunday:
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Restaurants in Covent Garden
Livebait Seafood The enticing black & white tiled simplicity of the décor suggests ‘fishmongers meets 50s diner’. It has a fresh appeal which is more...
One Aldwych
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 19% off from Ł375
1 Aldwych, WC2B | 1 minute from Livebait
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London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double/Twin Rooms: 19% off from Ł375
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Strand Palace Hotel London
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 77% off from Ł95
372 Strand, WC2R | 1 minute from Livebait
This West End Art Deco hotel right on the Strand and next to Covent Garden is in a fantastic location for accessing central London and theatreland. ...More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Deluxe Double Rooms: 77% off from Ł95
372 Strand, WC2R | 1 minute from Livebait
This West End Art Deco hotel right on the Strand and next to Covent Garden is in a fantastic location for accessing central London and theatreland. ...More
The Waldorf Hilton
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 84% off from Ł144
Aldwych, WC2B4DD | 2 minutes from Livebait
Positioned between the City’s Square Mile and the thriving West End, this grand, Edwardian Hilton hotel welcomes guests with a patisserie and champagne bar in the ...More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel Double Rooms: 84% off from Ł144
Aldwych, WC2B4DD | 2 minutes from Livebait
Positioned between the City’s Square Mile and the thriving West End, this grand, Edwardian Hilton hotel welcomes guests with a patisserie and champagne bar in the ...More
Loch Fyne Restaurant
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
2-4 Catherine Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Livebait
If you're into all foods fishy you'll love Loch Fyne. It's a fish restaurant that's run by people who really know their stuff. They'll serve you ...More
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
2-4 Catherine Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Livebait
If you're into all foods fishy you'll love Loch Fyne. It's a fish restaurant that's run by people who really know their stuff. They'll serve you ...More
Rock & Sole Plaice
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
47 Endell Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 8 minutes from Livebait
By far the best chippie in the West End, this Endell Street institution serves fresh fish, fat hand-cut chips and some fantastic vegetable samosas - all ...More
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
47 Endell Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 8 minutes from Livebait
By far the best chippie in the West End, this Endell Street institution serves fresh fish, fat hand-cut chips and some fantastic vegetable samosas - all ...More
J Sheekey
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
St Martin's Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 8 minutes from Livebait
Historic fish and seafood restaurant first opened in 1896. For fish and seafood dishes served with simplicity and style J Sheekey is unrivalled in London. Hidden down ...More
London > Restaurants > Fish and Seafood
St Martin's Court, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 8 minutes from Livebait
Historic fish and seafood restaurant first opened in 1896. For fish and seafood dishes served with simplicity and style J Sheekey is unrivalled in London. Hidden down ...More
Joe Allen
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
13 Exeter Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | At Livebait
Like The Ivy, Joe Allen is a restaurant that defies criticism. It has been a theatreland favourite since the times when dishes like Chilli Con Carne, ...More
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
13 Exeter Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | At Livebait
Like The Ivy, Joe Allen is a restaurant that defies criticism. It has been a theatreland favourite since the times when dishes like Chilli Con Carne, ...More
Orso Restaurant
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
27 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
Italian cuisine. Booking advised. ...More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
27 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
Italian cuisine. Booking advised. ...More
Christopher's
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
18 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, , London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
The best of the Americas over two floors of this grade II listed building in the heart of Covent Garden and overlooking Waterloo Bridge. Lobsters (flown ...More
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
18 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, , London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
The best of the Americas over two floors of this grade II listed building in the heart of Covent Garden and overlooking Waterloo Bridge. Lobsters (flown ...More
Party Hard Or Go Home!
London > Events > Clubbing and Nightlife Dates: Sunday 27th May 2012 - 12midnight-3.30am
Zoo Bar, 13-17 Bear Street, WC2H | 9 minutes from Livebait
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London > Events > Clubbing and Nightlife Dates: Sunday 27th May 2012 - 12midnight-3.30am
Zoo Bar, 13-17 Bear Street, WC2H | 9 minutes from Livebait
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Leicester Square Re-opens
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 24th May, 25th May, 26th May and 27th May 2012
Leicester Square, Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 10 minutes from Livebait
Leicester Square, home to London's film premieres, re-opens after a ÂŁ15.5 million makeover and hosts a four day programme of free events from 24 to 27 ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 24th May, 25th May, 26th May and 27th May 2012
Leicester Square, Leicester Square, Soho, London WC2H | 10 minutes from Livebait
Leicester Square, home to London's film premieres, re-opens after a ÂŁ15.5 million makeover and hosts a four day programme of free events from 24 to 27 ...More
4D Cinema at The London Eye
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Every day 10am-9.30pm
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 12 minutes from Livebait
The London Eye is one of the most cherished tourist attractions in the capital and has been since its opening in 2000. Now, thanks to a ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: Every day 10am-9.30pm
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 12 minutes from Livebait
The London Eye is one of the most cherished tourist attractions in the capital and has been since its opening in 2000. Now, thanks to a ...More
Aldwych Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD | 1 minute from Livebait
With the Waldorf Hotel sandwiched inbetween them, the Aldwych and Strand theatres were originally built to work as a pair. The Aldwych is probably most noted for ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B4LD | 1 minute from Livebait
With the Waldorf Hotel sandwiched inbetween them, the Aldwych and Strand theatres were originally built to work as a pair. The Aldwych is probably most noted for ...More
Novello Theatre
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Livebait
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Livebait
Built in 1905 to form a pair with the near-identical Aldwych Theatre, the Novello Theatre (formerly known as the Strand Theatre) is one of London's more ...More
Theatre Royal Drury Lane
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Catherine Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 2 minutes from Livebait
London's oldest theatre is also its most spectacular, with a palatial auditorium that is among the most impressive in the world. The first theatre on this ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Catherine Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 2 minutes from Livebait
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London Transport Museum
London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
After a two-year, Ł22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
Covent Garden Piazza, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
After a two-year, Ł22 million refurbishment the London Transport Museum reopened on 22 November 2007 revealing more exhibition space than before. The museum travels back through ...More
London Film Museum Covent Garden
London > Attractions > Museums
45 Wellington Street, London, WC2E | 2 minutes from Livebait
The London Film Museum, located on the site of the Theatre Museum in the original Flower Cellars in the heart of Covent Garden, is the second ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
45 Wellington Street, London, WC2E | 2 minutes from Livebait
The London Film Museum, located on the site of the Theatre Museum in the original Flower Cellars in the heart of Covent Garden, is the second ...More
Courtauld Institute Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Courtauld Institute of Art, Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Manet's 'Bar at the Folies-Bergeres', Van Gogh's 'Self-Portrait with a Bandaged Ear' and Renoir's 'La Loge' are just a few of the celebrated artworks displayed at ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Courtauld Institute of Art, Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Manet's 'Bar at the Folies-Bergeres', Van Gogh's 'Self-Portrait with a Bandaged Ear' and Renoir's 'La Loge' are just a few of the celebrated artworks displayed at ...More
The Albion Emporium
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
38 Tavistock Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
As British as a bacon buttie, buying your groceries at The Albion Emporium is like getting first dibs on Mrs Beeton's pantry. A bastion of Britishness, ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
38 Tavistock Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
As British as a bacon buttie, buying your groceries at The Albion Emporium is like getting first dibs on Mrs Beeton's pantry. A bastion of Britishness, ...More
Primrose Bakery
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Tavistock Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
If cupcakes are you cup of tea then head to the Covent Garden outlet of Primrose Bakery, a family owned enterprise which makes the most scrumptious ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Tavistock Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 1 minute from Livebait
If cupcakes are you cup of tea then head to the Covent Garden outlet of Primrose Bakery, a family owned enterprise which makes the most scrumptious ...More
Penhaligon's
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Livebait
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants. For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston ...More
London > Shopping > Perfume and Cosmetics
41 Wellington Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Livebait
130-year-old scent emporium with royal warrants. For a sweet-smelling, sensory overload, Penhaligon’s has to be the place to go. From the original Hammam Bouquet to the Winston ...More
Courtauld Institute of Art
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
The Courtauld is one of the most prestigious art schools in the country, affiliated with the Oxbridge system and boasting a huge private location and prime ...More
King's College Medical School
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Imperial College London is the foremost medical training faculty in the country but for non-medical graduates wishing for a change of career, King’s is the obvious ...More
English [Out There!]
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 11 minutes from Livebait
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
London > Education > English Language Courses
10 Coptic Street, London, Bloomsbury, London WC1A | 11 minutes from Livebait
English [Out There!] takes a very hands-on approach to learning English. The course places an emphasis on using what you have learned. Students are taken out ...More
The Sanctuary
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Livebait
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 4 minutes from Livebait
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
Thai Square Spa
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 7 minutes from Livebait
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
25 Shelton Street, 40 Earlham Street, London, WC2H | 7 minutes from Livebait
Let the Thai Square Spa transport you to the shores of Asia with their traditional Thai spa treatment rooms, smack bang in the centre of Covent ...More
Lincoln's Inn Fields
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Holborn, London, Holborn, London WC2A | 10 minutes from Livebait
The largest public square in London, Lincoln's Inn Fields has a rich and varied history. In 1683 it was the site of the public beheading of ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Holborn, London, Holborn, London WC2A | 10 minutes from Livebait
The largest public square in London, Lincoln's Inn Fields has a rich and varied history. In 1683 it was the site of the public beheading of ...More
The Marquess of Anglesey
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
39 Bow Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Livebait
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39 Bow Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 2 minutes from Livebait
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Lamb & Flag
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 6 minutes from Livebait
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
33 Rose Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 6 minutes from Livebait
One of the oldest pubs in London, the Lamb & Flag was once known as the Bucket of Blood, thanks to the bare-knuckle fights held here. ...More
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The Lobby Bar at One Aldwych
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Livebait
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
1 Aldwych, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 1 minute from Livebait
Named one of the top five hotel bars in the world by the Sunday Telegraph, the Lobby Bar at the chic One Aldwych hotel is renowned ...More
Lowlander Beer Cafe
London > Nightlife > Bars
36 Drury Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 5 minutes from Livebait
The reputation of the Benelux breweries precedes them and this themed bar captures the flair of Dutch cafe culture too. The impressive row of shiny silver ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
36 Drury Lane, London, Covent Garden, London WC2B | 5 minutes from Livebait
The reputation of the Benelux breweries precedes them and this themed bar captures the flair of Dutch cafe culture too. The impressive row of shiny silver ...More
Detroit Bar
London > Nightlife > Bars
35 Earlham Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 7 minutes from Livebait
Covent Garden "style" bar serving cocktails and a chilled out, trendy vibe. Considered to be one of London’s original “style” or “concept” bars, despite being on the ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
35 Earlham Street, Covent Garden, London, Covent Garden, London WC2H | 7 minutes from Livebait
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Silver Fleet - Woods River Cruises
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House South Wing Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames....More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House South Wing Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Enjoy a luxury cruise on the Silver Fleet. Departing from the Savoy Pier and cruising along the Thames. A classy way to see the Thames....More
Somerset House
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Somerset House, Strand, London, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 3 minutes from Livebait
Somerset House, once the site of a spectacular Tudor palace, now includes a magnificent 18th century art gallery housing celebrated collections belonging to the Courtauld Institute Gallery, ...More
Royal Society Of Arts
London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 5 minutes from Livebait
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London > Business > Venue Hire
8 John Adam Street, London, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 5 minutes from Livebait
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What's On Today Near Livebait Pete's Piano Lounge Concerts | Until 27th May 2012 CellarDoor At Livebait The pianist plays jazz standards....More  Mind the Map Exhibitions | Until 28th October 2012 London Transport Museum 1 minutes walk from Livebait Covent Garden's London Transport Museum is putting on a new (free with entry to the main museum) exhibition called Mind ...More  Shrek The Musical Theatre | Until 28th October 2012 Theatre Royal Drury Lane 2 minutes walk from Livebait Given Shrek's popularity at the Box Office it was only a matter of time before a live version took to ...More  Top Hat Theatre | Until 26th January 2013 Aldwych Theatre 3 minutes walk from Livebait Based on the 1935 movie starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Top Hat is a comedy dance musical full of ...More East Wing X Collection: Material Matters Exhibitions | Until 27th July 2013 Somerset House 3 minutes walk from Livebait Contemporary works in a variety of media by established and emerging artists including Caroline Achaintre, Rosalind Davis, Damien Hirst, Kristy ...More  Somerset House Fountains Kids Events | Until 1st January 2015 Somerset House 3 minutes walk from Livebait The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court at Somerset House is always a favourite with kids. These jets of water are ...More SUM Concerts | Until 2nd June 2012 Royal Opera House 4 minutes walk from Livebait German composer Max Richter debuts a new chamber opera at the Royal Opera House, entitled SUM, based on a best-selling book and ...More  Ballo Della Regina / La Sylphide Concerts | Until 15th June 2012 Royal Opera House 4 minutes walk from Livebait The operatic double bill of Balle Della Regina / La Sylphide is set to wow London crowds in the summer ...More Falstaff Theatre | Until 30th May 2012 Royal Opera House 4 minutes walk from Livebait Verdi's final masterpiece returns to Covent Garden after a ten year gap, this time under the direction of Robert Carson, ...More Minn Diarabi, Djala & The White Tiger Society Concerts | On 27th May 2012 The Africa Centre 4 minutes walk from Livebait World blues and Afrobeat by the London-based band....More 
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