
J Sheekey
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About J Sheekey
On St Martin's Court, J Sheekey is a seafood restaurant built around a horseshoe-shaped bar and an open kitchen, with banquette seating filling out the room. The menu runs from oysters and salmon tartar to skate wing and fish and chips, and the seafood tower brings both hot and cold plates to the table alongside the bar. A three-course set menu is also offered. Seating extends beyond the main dining room to private dining rooms and an outside area, and the walls carry photos of actors throughout. Reservations are required, though walk-ins are generally taken when space allows, less certain for larger groups or on busier nights. Dogs are welcome in the space. Water and other service touches sometimes need a reminder to the team during busier stretches.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention seafood platter/tower, oysters, cheese soufflé and fish and chips.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention seafood platter/tower, oysters, cheese soufflé and fish and chips.
Customer Review Summary
The seafood tower draws repeat visits, with reviewers noting generous portions that can fill diners up on their own, while the cold and hot seafood platters and fresh oysters also come up often, alongside standout dishes like the cheese soufflé, skate wing, and tuna tartare. Fish and chips gets praise for a crispy, flaky fry, and the set menu is called good value despite the overall expense reviewers flag as typical for the area. Service is mostly called impeccable and attentive, with staff graciously accommodating a food allergy in one case, though one diner describes repeatedly having to remind their server for basics like water amid apparent behind-the-scenes staff tension. Seating varies, some prefer the main dining rooms or counter bar for atmosphere, while one party felt placed in a side room lacking energy during a late sitting. Several mention returning after theatre trips or for special occasions, with one reviewer recalling a birthday celebration finished off with oysters and burrata.
Customer Review Summary
The seafood tower draws repeat visits, with reviewers noting generous portions that can fill diners up on their own, while the cold and hot seafood platters and fresh oysters also come up often, alongside standout dishes like the cheese soufflé, skate wing, and tuna tartare. Fish and chips gets praise for a crispy, flaky fry, and the set menu is called good value despite the overall expense reviewers flag as typical for the area. Service is mostly called impeccable and attentive, with staff graciously accommodating a food allergy in one case, though one diner describes repeatedly having to remind their server for basics like water amid apparent behind-the-scenes staff tension. Seating varies, some prefer the main dining rooms or counter bar for atmosphere, while one party felt placed in a side room lacking energy during a late sitting. Several mention returning after theatre trips or for special occasions, with one reviewer recalling a birthday celebration finished off with oysters and burrata.
Featured reviews
- Joseph Dodd
“This place has built an excellent reputation, and after visiting, it’s easy to understand why. The three-course menu at £38 offers incredible value considering the quality of the food and service. The separate dining rooms create a lovely atmosphere, while every dish was beautifully prepared using excellent ingredients. David looked after us brilliantly and his attention to detail made the experience even more special. From the warm welcome through to dessert, everything was first class. Highly recommended, and we’ll definitely be returning.”
- sam l
“I’ve visited J Sheekey a few times now, and I’ve enjoyed my food and experience every time. Mainly come for the seafood tower, and the portions are always very generous and will fill you up (so please keep in mind if ordering other dishes with the tower). Beautiful restaurant and sitting at the bar, at the table, or outside hasn’t affected my dining experience. Great post-theatre dinner option, especially if you’re craving fresh seafood during the warm summer months. Never booked, and usually just walk-in, but there was one instance when they weren’t able to accept walk-ins so keep in mind if you want to visit on a special night or if there are more than 4 in your party. Really lovely and attentive staff too. Can’t wait to come back!”
- MelloYello
“Service was excellent; highly attentive staff. We had a food allergy that they graciously accommodated. Overall lovely experience.”
- Keith Brandon
“Tried this seafood restaurant after a theatre trip and had a lovely meal there. The person on the check-in desk was professional and polite, taking a genuine interest in our visit. Tried the set menu option and a seafood platter. Food was well prepared, presented and tasty if not a bit pricey (but hey, it's London). Enjoyable meal and would eat here again. Plenty of variety on the menu.”
- howard Thomas
“Wonderful Resteraunt with a great atmosphere - picturesque interior with multiple photos of famous actors stars adorning the walls. Food was fantastic well presented and severed - delicious flavours and ample portions”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Fish and seafood restaurant with horseshoe-shaped bar, an open kitchen and banquette seating.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · Wheelchair-accessible seating · Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Vegetarian options
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Beer
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- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Great dessert
- Facilities· 8
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Wine
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Accessibility· 3
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
Location
Seafood restaurants near J Sheekey
- Burger & Lobster Leicester Square4.715,7140.2 mi
lobster roll, whole lobster, juicy burger
- Angry Crab Shack4.52,2090.2 mi
family feast, snow crab, king crab
- The Seafood Bar4.813,7410.3 mi
mixed grill, oysters, scallops
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| J Sheekey | 4.52,727 | — | seafood platter/tower, oysters, cheese soufflé |
| Burger & Lobster Leicester Square | 4.715,714 | 0.2 mi | lobster roll, whole lobster, juicy burger |
| Angry Crab Shack | 4.52,209 | 0.2 mi | family feast, snow crab, king crab |
| The Seafood Bar | 4.813,741 | 0.3 mi | mixed grill, oysters, scallops |
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