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Bourne’s Belsize, London,

Bourne’s Belsize

4.9 (72)
£26 to £40
Fish
31 Belsize Lane, London, NW3 5AS

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A photo of Bourne’s Belsize restaurant

Bourne’s Belsize

4.9
£26 to £40
Fish
Belsize Park

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Bournes, nestled in the heart of Belsize Village, by day, we are your trusted neighbourhood fishmonger, offering a carefully curated selection of the freshest, sustainably sourced fish and shellfish from the British Isles supplying restaurant quality produce for home cooks and food lovers alike.
We also serve seasonal seafood lunches from Tuesday to Saturday and quite possibly the best fish and chips in London.
By evening, Bournes transforms into a warm, character filled bistro where bold, honest seafood dishes are served in a relaxed, intimate setting. Think cosy vibes, friendly faces, and a glass of wine with something special from the kitchen.
Whether you're picking up the day’s catch or joining us for lunch or dinner, Bournes is your local go to for everything from the sea, served with passion and care.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Fish, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Belsize Park
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Bourne’s Belsize.

4.9

4.9
(72)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • North London

    Gluten-free-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bourne's Fishmongers in Belsize Village offers "exceptional food" with the "best Dover Sole ever" and "fantastic prawns." The "friendly staff" and "charming" atmosphere make it a "gem in the village." Guests enjoy the "creative menu" and "freshest fish," while the "special ambiance" adds to its allure.
72 Reviews
  1. Bruce

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we visit our daughter we eat here. The best Dover Sole ever and dish and chips!!! Say hi to Bob when you go!!!

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  2. Clive

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 30, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great oysters and fish, but we were a bit shocked by the cost of the lemon sole. Our fault for not checking before we ordered.

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  3. Michelle

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Where toI start! Right; food : exceptional - all three courses for two -perfection! Service: impeccable - a delightful waitress engaged with us, she had expert knowledge about the food, the ingredients, the way it’s cooked, service was flawless, all 6 dishes delivered timely and perfect temperature. Ambience: special, quality, genuine, quaint. I’ve been to Bournes twice this month and it was just as perfect as the first time. And it all feels very genuine in there, not a performance, you can feel a good staff vibe in there and it resonates out. I almost don’t want to recommend it publicly in case it get too fully booked, Bournes is my little secret find, it’s the ace card up my sleeve for when I really want to impress someone with dining out.

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  4. Paul

    London21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 23, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    A valued eatery in the village. We have become regulars.

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  5. Richard Gold

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    4 of us came for Saturday dinner. Faultless tbh and a very good white Bordeaux!

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  6. Leonie

    London36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a lovely cosy restaurant. Fish so fresh and tasty. Prawns fantastic Wonderful friendly staff

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  7. Bryony

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really lovely dinner. Nice space, lovely service and great food

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  8. julian

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A great restaurant- fish fresh and tasty and best of all as it’s really a fishmongers you get to choose exactly what you are going to eat I had fish and chips for lunch- simply the best I bought tuna steaks to take home Without doubt the best tuna I have ever eaten

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  9. Paul

    London21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service exceptional. It is a small place so don't expect a peaceful experience... it's lively! We will be regulars.

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  10. John

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined on September 9, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    One down on serving staff so slower than usual service - but so what when consuming fish-based food and great wine in nice locale!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Fish, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Belsize Park
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

Yes, guests describe Bourne's as dog‑friendly, with reviewers noting dogs are welcome and even giving a thumbs up from a hearing dog named Bert.

Yes, reviewers frequently mention sitting outside, enjoying the sun and a glass of wine while dining at Bourne's.

Bourne's Fishmongers welcomes private parties, private dining is part of the restaurant's offering.

Bourne's is lovely for lunch, they serve seasonal seafood lunches Tuesday–Saturday (12:00–15:00) and many guests praise sunny outdoor lunches; for a livelier evening, downstairs live music on Fridays is an added bonus.

Some starters have been described as generous in both quality and quantity.

Yes, Bourne's evening bistro is cosy and intimate, with a welcoming wine list and a snug, candlelit downstairs lounge that guests praise for lingering over a glass.

Bourne's shifts from fishmonger to a warm, character‑filled bistro by evening, offering cosy, intimate dining, guests praise its candlelit, French‑cafe feel, snug downstairs lounge and Friday live music.

Yes, reviewers describe Bourne's as dog-friendly, and at least one guest thanked the team for accommodating a hearing dog during a visit.

Fridays are a lovely pick, guests mention downstairs live music on Fridays; for daytime visits, the restaurant serves seasonal lunch from Tuesday to Saturday.

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Bourne’s Belsize

4.9
£26 to £40
Fish
Belsize Park

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
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