T h e P e r f e c t P r e - T h e a t r e D i n i n g E x p e r i e n c e i n C o v e n t G a r d e n
Start your evening in style with Gilgamesh London’s Pre-Theatre Menu, designed for theatregoers looking for exquisite dining before a show. Located in the heart of Covent Garden, our Pan-Asian restaurant offers a seamless blend of culinary excellence and convenience, placing you just minutes away from iconic venues like the Royal Opera House, Adelphi Theatre, Prince Edward Theatre and more.
Pre-Theatre Dining
Our Pre-Theatre Menu
Curated to suit the fast-paced theatregoer, our Pre-Theatre Menu features bold Pan Asian flavours with an exceptional variety of dishes. Choose from:
2 Courses for £25 (3 Dishes) or 3 Courses for £30 (4 Dishes)
- Vegetable Spring Roll [V]
- Prawn and Mango Spring Roll
- Avocado & Sweet Potato Tempura [V]
- Chicken Siu Mai
- Prawn & Chive Dumplings [GF]
- Vegetarian Sushi Maki Roll [V, VG, GF]
- Crispy Squid with Sea Salt, Chilli & Garlic [GF] (+£5 Supplement)
- Crispy Duck, Watermelon & Cashew Nut Salad (+£5 Supplement)
Mains (Choose 1)
- Thai Green Chicken Curry [GF]
- Thai Green Vegetable Curry (V,VG)
- Beef Rendang with Roti [GF]
- Aubergine Miso [V, VG]
- Baked Sea Bass with Basil (+£8 Supplement)
Desserts (Choose 1)
- Cheesecake of the Day
- Exotic Fruit Platter (V, VG, GF)


Convenient Dining Near London’s Theatres
Gilgamesh London is perfectly situated near many of the city’s most iconic theatres. Here’s how close we are to your evening’s entertainment:
- Seating Options
3-minute walk (200m)
- Adelphi Theatre
9-minute walk (700m)
- Novello Theatre
6-minute walk (500m)
- Lyceum Theatre
7-minute walk (550m)
- Shaftesbury Theatre
7-minute walk (550m)
- Savoy Theatre
8-minute walk (600m)
- Aldwych Theatre
5-minute walk (400m)
- Piccadilly Theatre
8-minute walk (650m)
- Gielgud Theatre
9-minute walk (700m)
- Victoria Palace Theatre
20-minute tube journey via Piccadilly Line
- Sondheim Theatre
9-minute walk (750m)
- Royal Albert Hall
30-minute journey via Piccadilly Line
Why Gilgamesh is the Best Bar in Covent Garden
Gilgamesh transforms into a late-night destination every Friday and Saturday. From 9:30 pm, the ambiance shifts as the music deepens, creating a sultry and intimate vibe. Extend your evening with signature cocktails and an alluring atmosphere, with our doors open until 2 am.
- Quick Service
Dine and make it to your show on time with a 2-hour seating allocation.
- Central Location
Located in Covent Garden, close to major theatres.
- Curated Menu
Enjoy bold flavours and premium ingredients, perfect for a memorable start to your evening.


Extend Your Evening with Gilga-Late
When the curtain falls, your night doesn’t have to end. Join us for Gilga-Late, where the atmosphere shifts to a sultry, late-night vibe with DJs and dinner service until 2 am.
Book Your Pre-Theatre Dinner Today
Whether you’re seeing a classic at the Royal Opera House or a modern masterpiece at the Sondheim Theatre, make Gilgamesh your choice for pre-theatre dining in Covent Garden.
Reserve your table now and enjoy a culinary experience as unforgettable as the show itself.