Restaurants With Entertainment In London

16-person foosball, huge slices of pizza and vintage video games; sounds amazing, right? Pizza Pilgrim are offering that and more at their Canary Wharf site, while over at Finsbury Park they've got retro arcade games like Pac Man and Street Fighter. The pizza chain has made a name for itself by creating stunning Neapolitan pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients around: think pepperoni with hot honey and more.

Head to Proud Cabaret City to feast in 1920s-inspired surrounds, complemented by Prohibition-era cocktails, seductive burlesque performers, live jazz music and dazzling fire-breathers. Its drag brunch promises a raucus affair, with delicious plates of padron peppers, smashed avocado on focaccia with feta and more up for midday munching. 

Expect a whole evening of rib-tickling, completely silly entertainment with this immersive theatre night. Basil, Sybil and Manuel will be attempting to serve a three-course meal, but as fans of the hit TV show will know, things won't go smoothly.

Bounce is one of East London's leading lights when it comes to fun-loving venues. Get straight on one of their 17 tables and set up a tourney among your mates, then finish off with a few cocktails, like vodka-based Tokyo Soda, and a bite to eat from their Italian-inspired food menu. Think sourdough pizzas topped with pulled beef, jalapeños and fior di latte mozzarella

Join Ayllu for dining and live DJ sessions every Saturday night or a bottomless brunch bonanza – both featuring performances from talented Samba dancers. Munch through the finest Japanese-Peruvian fusion while being entertained, from tangy ceviche to sushi and lomo saltado.

Not only is The Courtesan in Brixton serving up some of the finest cocktails and dim sum in the business, but the quirky bar also offers a roster of interesting and immersive burlesque nights that are set to impress. Head down on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday night to catch some in action and sip on the likes of the lychee liqueur-based Yang Yuhan.

For live entertainment while you dine to cards or games galore on the main casino floor, The Barracuda Club has dinner with a difference covered. As for the food itself? Expect the a la carte menu to have a mix of cuisine from across the world, featuring vegetable Penang curries and scampi and chips.

Fancy having a violinist serenade you while you eat? the head to Smith's Bar & Grill in Paddington on Friday or Saturday nights, where they offer live music paired with a scrumptious eight-course tasting menu.

Delve into plates of hand-dived fresh Dover scallop, pan-fried cod fillet with mushroom and fillet steak, costing £65 per person, with the option to add on wine pairings for £30 extra.

A Mediterranean feast made better with live music? You'll find it at Strings in Waterloo. Head to this top location for a sophisticated meal among stylish interiors, complete with guitar music playing each night from 7pm 'til late. You'll find menu items inspired by both Italy and Spain, including small plates starting from £7 and pasta topped with everything from a classic tomato sauce to pesto and the ultimate bolognese. As for the drinks? Think sangria and mojitos. 

Shimmy over to Soho spot INCA London and you'll uncover an extravagant restaurant fronting Latin flavours in every way, including throughout both their food and entertainment. Chow down on a South American fusion menu (tuna ceviche anyone?) while a range of performers, contortionists and acrobats take to the stage.

Offering live music every evening, Bardo St James's is hands down one of the best Italian restaurants. Head here to indulge in an opulent setting filled with red velvet furnishings and crisp white tablecloths, and for excellent eats from executive chef Graziano Bonacina, such as fresh seafood, burrata and the most scrumptious homemade pasta. Delish.

With Jools Holland as Boisdale's patron of music, you can guarantee a superb time at this Canary Wharf hotspot, or at their sister venue in Belgravia. Spread over two floors, you can choose from a variety of rooms such as a Scottish restaurant or the Hine bar and garden terrace, and enjoy events from summer BBQs to live music (think soul and Motown nights).

Illuminated with glowing lights and decked out head to toe in wooden panelling is the Bavarian bier heaven that is Albert's Schloss Soho. You'll find this high-energy haunt hosting an array of live entertainment every day of the week at its West End venue, alongside an incredible lineup of biers, imported from Germany, Berlin and beyond. Munch on authentic fare such as gooey fondue and moreish schnitzels, then wash it down with a signature cocktail like the Apple Strudel, made with Havana 3 and Cut spiced rum. 

Expect an oompah band every Thursday and Saturday at Munich Cricket Club. Whether you're in Tower Hill, Canary Wharf or Westminster, get a load of the very best Bavarian entertainment while you munch through food from the region too.

Embarking on a meal out in London? Then to the Flight Club you must flock. Not only boasting one of the only digitally responsive sets of dartboards in the business, you can tuck into hearty pizzas and settle matches in the venue's oche. Fairground-themed and dazzling, it offers the ultimate backdrop to a fun-packed meal with your friends. 

The Piano Works offers a dining experience unlike any other with live music being the side dish to dinner. It's a staple late-night, Victorina-listed venue where guests decide the repertoire from their house musicians while tucking into an array of culinary treats and luscious libations. Look forward to burrata with orange, mint and honeycomb to start, followed by pork ribs or herbed rare tuna steak served with sweet potato wedges. 

Alongside an authentic menu of South American-inspired bites (from chorizo in red wine to gambas pil pil) and punchy bespoke cocktails, Salsa Temple also provides entertainment by way of their cocktail masterclasses, salsa lessons and all-out Latin-fuelled party prowess. 

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Located in Camden, Cafe KOKO is one of the best places to eat. Boasting scrumptious European food like baked rigatoni or pizzas topped with buffalo mozzarella, £7 cocktails on Wednesdays and delicious bottles of wine, the venue is ideal for group nights out and birthday celebrations. The live music hub plays host to an array of top gigs over the year, so check the lineup and saunter on down to catch the next big thing. 

The London Cabaret Club promises to give you one unique night out with plenty of entertainment. Expect an exquisite dining experience with an innovative live show that brings together music, dance, food and drink in one glittering package at The Bloomsbury Ballroom. Choose between Roxie Rocks Chicago and Copacabana menus, featuring Cornish cod with grilled mussels or crispy plantain with feta and black olives. 

Without a doubt one of the most unique afternoon tea experiences in London comes courtesy of Brigit's. Hop aboard a vintage Routemaster bus and marvel at the sites; you'll be checking in on Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Royal Albert Hall with a delightful choice of sandwiches, pastries, cakes and macaroons for company.

One of London's best restaurants with entertainment, The Rialto Backstage Bar is a Leicester Square haunt that promises hours of fun. Not only can you have a crack at all of the classic casino games, but this place serves a menu of delicious international dishes like seared coronation monkfish medallions or braised beef brisket and refreshing cocktails.

While the kitchen staff roll out freshly made stone-baked pizzas, the bar is busy serving home brewed pints of craft beer and real ale, all created in giant tanks that stand behind the bar. If that doesn't get you excited, the venue's shuffleboard and board games are certain to leave you beaming. 

One of the best restaurants with entertainment in London, Mrs Riot is bringing together unique drinks and tasty snacks with an incredible lineup of drag brunches, jazz performances and toe-tapping funk and soul nights. Inspired by one of the city's most famous sirens Kitty Clive, it pays tribute to the lucrative icon of 1700s Theatreland with an epic karaoke room and non-stop bashes. Tuck into homemade pizzas topped with salami and fior di latte and wash them down with the vodka-based It's Like Candy. 

Located in Fitzrovia, Sican is an excellent choice for dinner and a show. The venue slings out fabulous cocktails full of flavour, as well as delicious Nikkei cuisine. We recommend trying the wasabi margarita and Amaru spicy tuna rolls, plus some baked aubergine in a Den miso sauce.

In need of a little breather from the maddening scenes of the Westfield White City shopping floor? Seek refuge at All Star Lanes - the shopping centre's very own 10-lane bowling alley complete with a spacious restaurant and cocktail bar, as well as two karaoke booths. Indulge in American diner-style food such as loaded burgers and mac 'n' cheese across its Holborn, Stratford and Brick Lane locations too, all complete with karaoke too. 

Laki Kane isn't just a tropical escape, it's also a fabulous Thai restaurant. Head on over to dive into lip-smacking bites like duck spring rolls, drunken noodles or pad sieyu. But that's not all, as the venue regularly hosts performances from burlesque and fire dancers.

The Exhibit invites you to join them for a bite to eat from their extensive menu (think bavette steak plus mac and cheese bites) before retiring to their 28-capacity, boutique cinema space. Here, you'll sink into leather sofas and enjoy a film from their list of latest releases and cult classics.

With a stage set to dazzle an array of senses, this swanky West End restaurant fuses nightlife and luxuriant dining together. Playing host to DJ talent, live music and some of the best cuisine in London, Quaglino's is a destination for fragrant brasserie-style foods (such as pan-fried, line-caught sea bass fillet with pickled apple and crab beignet) great entertainment and decadence.

Situated in Devonshire Square, Kenza Restaurant and Lounge is a gorgeous destination that's covered in stunning floral displays, ornate chandeliers and plush velvet seating, with golden touches throughout the venue. This chic eatery specialises in authentic Middle Eastern cuisine, so you'll find everything from hot and cold mezze plates to lamb kofta or fattoush here. As for entertainment? Expect talented belly-dancers performing mesmerising routines in the evenings.

Looking for an unforgettable foodie experience in Mayfair? Ciao Bottomless Brunch with Live Music & DJ at Bocconcino is the perfect Italian weekend escape serving up classic and contemporary cuisine in a chicer than chic setting. Their new bottomless brunch menu is a must-try, featuring visually stunning dishes, including wood-fired Roman-style pizzas, homemade Tuscan veal tagliatelle, and unlimited prosecco or Aperol spritz starting at £64 a pop.

When it comes to restaurants with games in London, MEATliquor Queensway has to be right up there. This fun destination is tucked away inside Queens Skate Dine Bowl, meaning you can fill up on burgers and deep-fried mac 'n' cheese after gliding across the ice, taking to the lanes or enjoying the arcade.

Boasting fabulous entertainment every Friday and Saturday night from 9pm, Gaucho Covent Garden is the perfect spot for sultry late-night vibes. And while you're catching some of London's best acts? You can quaff lip-smacking cocktails from the bar, like the whisky-based Highlander or a Citrus Negroni, before tucking into rare, sustainable cuts of steak. 

For weekly entertainment with a cracking menu to boot, make your way to the iconic Hard Rock Cafe in Piccadilly Circus. These guys showcase some of London's best up-and-coming musical talent every Tuesday night, as well as hosting live DJ sessions on Thursdays. Hungry? Be sure to try out one of their legendary burgers, or other tasty eats like sizzling fajitas or barbecue pork ribs - all paired with a cocktail of course.

While you'll surely be lured in by the unique interiors (we're talking huge palm trees and animal features), Jungla London also whips up some seriously stellar Caribbean and American eats. As you chow down? Enjoy the tunes from the live house DJs that play throughout the week.