The Amphitheatre Restaurant is the grand dame of pre-theatre London dining. Set inside the iconic Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, this theatrical dining room is the favourite haunt of lush luvvies and old-school socialites who adore the splendid setting and superb modern Euro menu. Decorated with plush ruby-red velvet seating, fresh flowers and ebony accents, the Amphitheatre is only open to ticket holders in the evenings but anyone can pop in at lunchtime for the excellent set menu. Several ballet and opera themed rooms are available for private dinner parties, and true aficionados will adore the afternoon teas available combined with a backstage tour.