Lunch Set Menu in London: Discover the Joy of a Long Greek Lunch at Myrtos
When was the last time you truly paused for lunch?
In a city that often celebrates eating on the move, taking time to sit, share a meal and enjoy good conversation can feel like a luxury. Yet in Greece, lunch has always been much more than a midday necessity. It is the heart of the day – a time to gather with family, friends or colleagues around a table, enjoy seasonal food and savour each moment.
At Myrtos, this philosophy shapes every lunchtime service. Our lunch set menu at our London restaurant invites guests to slow down and embrace the traditions of Greek hospitality in the heart of South Kensington. Whether you’re meeting clients, catching up with friends after a morning exploring London’s museums, or simply treating yourself to a leisurely weekday lunch, Myrtos offers a contemporary taste of Greece that feels both comforting and memorable.
Available Monday to Friday from 12pm until 5pm (excluding Bank Holidays), our lunch set menu brings together exceptional seasonal ingredients, thoughtful cooking and outstanding value.
The Ritual of Lunch in Greece
Across Greece, lunch has traditionally been the most important meal of the day. Rather than a hurried sandwich between meetings, it is a chance to reconnect – with loved ones, with the seasons and with the pleasure of sharing food.
Across Greece, lunch has traditionally been the most important meal of the day. Rather than a hurried sandwich between meetings, it is a chance to reconnect – with loved ones, with the seasons and with the pleasure of sharing food.
Tables are filled with dishes designed to be passed around. Slow-cooked recipes sit alongside fresh vegetables, artisan bread, vibrant salads and local wines. Conversation is never rushed, and neither is the meal itself.
This spirit of philoxenia – the Greek tradition of generous hospitality – is woven into every experience at Myrtos. We believe lunch should offer more than great food. It should create space to relax, connect and enjoy the simple pleasure of eating well together.
For those in search of a Greek lunch London experience, Myrtos brings this timeless tradition to South Kensington through the lens of Chef Asimakis Chaniotis’ modern cooking.
A Lunch Menu Inspired by the Seasons
Our lunch menu South Kensington celebrates the very best seasonal ingredients while remaining deeply rooted in Greek culinary heritage. Guests can choose between two courses for £25 or three courses for £29, making it an ideal option for everything from spontaneous weekday lunches to planned business meetings.
Begin with a selection of vibrant small plates that celebrate the freshness and generosity of Mediterranean cooking. Choose from dishes including creamy taramosalata with smoked cod roe and trout roe, spicy tirokafteri, smoky melitzanosalata with aubergine and pomegranate, delicate dolmadakia finished with avgolemono, or crisp beetroot with its leaves, goat’s cheese and crushed walnuts. Hortopita, filled with wild greens and feta wrapped in golden phyllo pastry, offers another taste of traditional Greek comfort.
For the main course, the menu continues to reflect both heritage and seasonality. The traditional lamb moussaka celebrates one of Greece’s most iconic dishes, while grilled octopus pairs beautifully with flamed green beans and fermented savoy cabbage. For a fresh, colourful centrepiece, opt for the Greek salad or order the poached free range eggs with English asparagus and wild garlic hollandaise – it’s a fine example of the restaurant’s commitment to seasonal British produce interpreted with a Greek perspective.
Dessert continues the journey with either syrup-soaked portokalopita served alongside kaimaki ice cream or warm loukoumades drizzled with thyme honey, walnuts and cinnamon.
This carefully curated seasonal lunch menu demonstrates that exceptional ingredients and refined cooking need not be reserved for evening dining.
EXPLORE THE LUNCH SET MENU
One of the Best Lunch Destinations in South Kensington
Finding the best lunch South Kensington has to offer depends on more than the food alone. Myrtos sits in one of London’s most vibrant cultural neighbourhoods, making it perfectly placed for a relaxed lunch before or after visiting South Kensington’s museums and galleries. For anyone looking for lunch near museums in London, it provides an opportunity to extend a day of culture with a meal that transports guests to the Greek islands.
The atmosphere is equally suited to leisurely afternoons with friends, celebrations, solo dining or simply escaping the pace of the working day. Unlike many restaurants that encourage quick turnover, Myrtos embraces the slower rhythm that defines Greek hospitality. Lunch is never simply another booking – it is an experience designed to be enjoyed.
The Perfect Business Lunch Option
In a world where hybrid working is becoming the norm, people are now seeking restaurants that balance excellent food with relaxed surroundings for out-of-office meetings. For those looking for a business lunch in London, Myrtos offers exactly that balance. The fixed-price menu allows guests to enjoy Michelin-level culinary expertise from Chef Asimakis Chaniotis in a format that feels accessible, efficient and unhurried.
Whether discussing new ideas, welcoming clients or reconnecting with colleagues, the restaurant offers an elegant yet welcoming setting where conversation flows naturally alongside beautifully prepared food.
Affordable Luxury in the Heart of London
Luxury dining doesn’t always require an elaborate tasting menu. Our lunch offering demonstrates that exceptional hospitality, premium ingredients and refined cooking can also provide remarkable value.
For those looking for an affordable luxury lunch in London, Myrtos presents an experience that feels generous from the moment guests arrive. Every detail reflects the restaurant’s commitment to quality, from carefully sourced produce to thoughtful presentation and warm, attentive service. It is this balance that transforms a simple weekday lunch into something memorable.
A Chef-Led Lunch That Celebrates Greek Heritage
Every menu at Myrtos reflects Chef Asimakis Chaniotis’ lifelong connection to Greece. Raised in Kefalonia and inspired by the landscapes, traditions and produce of his homeland, his cooking honours classic Greek recipes while introducing contemporary techniques and seasonal British ingredients.
Our chef-led lunch menu reflects that philosophy beautifully. Familiar dishes are elevated with precision and imagination while remaining unmistakably Greek at heart.
Each plate tells a story – of heritage, craftsmanship and respect for the ingredients themselves.
A Mediterranean Escape in the Middle of the Day
There is something quietly restorative about stepping away from London’s busy streets and settling around a table where lunch is encouraged to unfold naturally.
At Myrtos, lunch is an invitation to slow down. Whether you’re meeting friends, enjoying a leisurely lunch after exploring South Kensington’s museums, or taking time out with colleagues, our set lunch offers a warm welcome, seasonal Greek cooking and a chance to experience the spirit of philoxenia in the heart of London.
Available Monday to Friday from 12pm to 5pm | Two courses for £25 or three courses for £29
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