The Best Places To Take Your Mum In London

Not sure what to do with mum in London? Whether you're treating you her to some post-theatre cocktails or fancy checking out one of the city's quirkiest haunts, The Leopard Bar at Hotel 41 is an animal print paradise brimming with bites to eat and glasses of fizz.

Take your mum to a quirky bar with an abundance of retro charm. She'll be transported back to the 70s, where picture perfect interiors come paired with rum-laced concoctions. And if you're really pushing the boat out? Take on Bobby's seven-course bottomless brunch. 

If you're in need of a fabulous spot to take your mum to in London, then why not head to Biscuiteers? This well-loved chain has cafes in Notting Hill, Belgravia and Northcote Road and hosts some fabulous and swoon-worthy events and icing masterclasses. 

Take your mum somewhere a little different and hop aboard Barge East. Boasting views of the River Lea from its sunny terrace and sprawling gardens, this quirky restaurant boat serves up a menu of exquisite British dishes inspired by the seasons.

For prim cocktails and perfectly plated cuisines, The Folly is your go-to restaurant for mums in London. Their interiors are feature a colour palette of blushed tones and natural hues, accented by floral touches, while the menu showcases seasonal food that's perfect for a laid-back meal.

A sprawling two-floor venue overlooking Cabot Square, Boisdale Of Canary Wharf is a restaurant, oyster bar and grill, whisky bar and live music venue all rolled into one. If you fancy heading out for dinner and dancing with your mum, this is one heck of a place to do so.

A hidden gem in the bustling heart of Chinatown, Opium is one of best places to take your mum in London. Offering a substantial selection of plump dim sum and handcrafted cocktails, this restaurant comes modelled off Chinese medicine parlours for extra wow-factor.

This bustling Chiswick spot is a certified choice for that cool and contemporary atmosphere that your mum is sure to lap up. Visiting on a sunny day? Head out back to the gorgeous garden for a little alfresco lunching or fabulous evening dining.

Located around Oxford Street, Canary Wharf, Bloomsbury and Kensington, Scoff and Banter is the perfect place for a little break from shopping. Boasting swish British dining rooms that serves up whopping afternoon teas, brunches and dinner, this is sure to impress her.

Tucked away in Knightsbridge, The Hari Hotel Bar & Terrace is a slice of the Amalfi Coast in Central London. Head here for afternoon aperitivos, lazy lunches and alfresco dinners against a backdrop of luscious greenery, with plenty of punchy tipples adding an extra ray of sunshine. 

Treat that special lady in your life to a night out to remember. The London Cabaret Club is a sophisticated evening of entertainment, combining exquisite dining with a showcase of live music, dance and immersive performances for an incredible experience. 

Head to one of the capital's prettiest restauarnts next time you're looking for things to do with mum in London. Bourne & Hollingsworth offers you a stunning restaurant, greenhouse and cocktail bar under one roof, complete with bold floral interiors and elegant eats.

Fancy treating your mum to something special? ABBA Voyage is a concert featuring all the group's iconic hits at the new bespoke ABBA Arena. Using CGI magic from Industrial Light & Magic ILM, the virtual comeback is set to be a showstopper, blurring the lines between the digital and physical worlds. Conceived by the beloved Agnetha, Björn, Benny, and Anni-Frid themselves, the concert presents a production that's out of this world, offering fans the best of the best with support from some of the world's finest modern musicians.

The Culpeper is so much more than your average East London pub. Combining urban interiors with dashes of foliage and a hearty menu of classic British scran, this place will have her swooning over the place. If the sun is out, you simply have to head up to the rooftop garden.

If you're looking for places to take your mum in South London, Canova Hall should be firmly on your radar. Not only does this place serve wine on tap (and have a dedicated absinthe menu if she's feeling adventurous) but there's delicious fresh pizzas to feast on while you're there. 

One of the most beautiful alfresco restaurants in London, Dalloway Terrace is a mainstay in Fitzrovia's drinking and dining scene. Head on over for the chance to enjoy elegant brunch plates made with British seasonal ingredients in this Virginia Woolf-inspired spot.

Inject a little extra amore into your evening with a trip to Circolo Popolare, an over-the-top Italian restaurant that's begging to be plastered all over your Instagram feed. Expect Sicilian-style delicacies, creamy gelato and bottles of fine wine at this swish spot.

If your mum likes cake and bubbles (I mean, who doesn't?) then this is the place to take her in London. Award-winning cafe and bakery Jack And Beyond serves up boozy afternoon tea, bottomless brunch and unlimited cake with bubbles. Yup, you read that right.

Found at the top of The Hoxton hotel, Seabird is a haven for dining on seafood and enjoying drinks with a view. Take your mum to this sky-high sensation for vast panoramas, splashes of greenery and elegant concoctions, alongside the largest oyster list in London.