London’s Iftar Food Trail Is Back for 2026 Where to Break Your Fast Across the City
London does many things well in winter.
Cosy pubs. Candlelit dinners. Long walks that somehow still feel worth it in the cold.
But in recent years, something quietly special has also been growing across the city during Ramadan and in 2026, it’s returning in a bigger, more visible way.
London’s Iftar Trail, part of the wider Ramadan Lights London programme, officially launches on Monday 16 February 2026 and runs through 20 March 2026, bringing together halal-friendly, vegetarian-friendly, and group-friendly dining options across central London.
If you’re observing Ramadan, planning a group iftar, or simply curious about one of London’s most community-driven seasonal food moments, this guide will help you navigate what’s actually worth knowing and where to go.
Let’s break it down properly.
What Is London’s Iftar Trail?
The Iftar Trail is a curated city-wide dining initiative that highlights restaurants, cafés, rooftops and food halls offering iftar-friendly menus, discounts, or special set meals during Ramadan.
It’s designed to make breaking the fast easier especially in busy central areas while also opening the experience to friends, colleagues and visitors who want to join.
For 2026, the trail runs alongside the return of Ramadan Lights London, which has become one of the city’s most recognisable seasonal cultural moments.
Key things to know:
runs 16 February to 20 March 2026
mostly concentrated around the West End and central London
includes both sit-down restaurants and quick-bite options
many venues offer halal or vegetarian choices
booking is recommended for set-menu venues
If you’re planning multiple iftars this season, it’s worth browsing the full line-up via Ramadan Lights London official listings before locking in plans.
Leicester Square Rooftop Restaurant Three-Course Iftar Experience
If you’re looking for a more elevated iftar setting, the Leicester Square rooftop option is one of the headline experiences on this year’s trail.
The three-course set menu is designed specifically around traditional iftar elements while still feeling restaurant-level polished.
Typical highlights include:
Medjool dates to break the fast
Moroccan mint tea
sharing mezze plates
kunefe for dessert
rooftop setting overlooking central London
This is one of the options most likely to book out on peak evenings, particularly weekends and the first week of Ramadan.
How to reach:
Leicester Square Underground station is directly nearby.
Shake Shack Casual Iftar Perk Across Multiple Locations
For something much more casual and useful if you’re breaking fast on the move — Shake Shack is participating with a simple but popular offer.
During the Iftar Trail period:
free fries are offered with qualifying burger or chicken orders
available at Covent Garden, Leicester Square and Oxford Street locations
works well for quick iftars or post-iftar snacks
This is less about the full dining experience and more about convenience but that’s exactly why it tends to be popular with students, younger crowds, and busy central workers.
PizzaExpress West End Discount Dining
Several West End PizzaExpress branches are offering exclusive bill discounts as part of the trail.
This sits nicely in the middle ground between fast casual and full sit-down dining, especially for groups who want something familiar and easy to organise.
Why it works well during Ramadan:
reliable vegetarian options
easy group seating
predictable pricing
central locations
Franco’s, Angus Steakhouse & Steak & Company West End Savings
A cluster of established West End restaurants are also participating with special full-bill discounts during the Iftar Trail period, including:
Franco’s
Angus Steakhouse
Steak & Company
These are particularly useful if you’re planning:
work iftars
group dinners
central London meet-ups
pre-theatre iftars
Menus and halal suitability can vary by venue and dish, so it’s always worth checking details directly via West End iftar dining offers before confirming.
How to reach:
Most participating branches are within walking distance of Leicester Square, Piccadilly Circus or Covent Garden stations.
Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus Vegetarian & Soft Drink Savings
Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus joins the trail with special savings on vegetarian dishes, soft drinks and retail items.
This one tends to appeal most to:
families
mixed dietary groups
visitors staying near Piccadilly
casual evening plans
It’s not a traditional iftar menu, but it works well as a flexible central option.
Market Place Food Hall Best for Groups Who Can’t Agree
If you’ve ever tried organising group iftar plans in London, you’ll know the struggle.
Someone wants burgers.
Someone wants noodles.
Someone wants something vegetarian.
Someone wants dessert first.
That’s exactly where Market Place Food Hall in Leicester Square becomes one of the smartest picks on the entire trail.
The multi-vendor set-up means groups can mix and match across cuisines, with highlights including:
halal pepperoni pizza
gyros
chicken katsu curry (with tofu option)
Vietnamese duck wrap
BBQ rib tacos
fried chicken tenders
pad thai
curry goat
classic British desserts
brownie baklava with rose milk soft serve
For large or indecisive groups, this is honestly one of the easiest iftar solutions in central London.
How to reach:
Leicester Square station is a short walk away.
Fortnum & Mason A More Elegant Iftar Treat
For something quieter and more refined, Fortnum & Mason is offering a more traditional-meets-luxury take on iftar treats.
Expect:
filled dates
English sparkling tea
premium presentation
classic Piccadilly setting
This isn’t a full dinner experience more of an elevated sweet stop but it’s a lovely option if you want something different from the usual restaurant route.
Availability can vary daily, so it’s best to check Fortnum & Mason Ramadan offerings before visiting.
How to Plan the Iftar Trail Smartly
If you want to make the most of the trail without unnecessary rushing:
For quick iftars:
→ Shake Shack
→ Market Place Food Hall
For proper sit-down evenings:
→ Leicester Square Rooftop
→ West End restaurant group
For something elegant:
→ Fortnum & Mason
For group flexibility:
→ Market Place Leicester Square
London rewards plans that stay geographically tight most of these venues cluster conveniently around the West End, which makes multi-visit evenings surprisingly doable.
Final Thoughts One of London’s Most Meaningful Seasonal Food Moments
Over the past few years, Ramadan in London has become more visible, more welcoming, and more thoughtfully integrated into the city’s food scene.
The return of the Iftar Trail for 2026 reflects that shift.
Whether you’re observing Ramadan, joining friends, or simply exploring London’s seasonal food culture, this is one of the few city-wide dining moments that genuinely brings different communities into the same spaces.
And in a city that sometimes feels like it’s always rushing somewhere else, that shared pause at sunset matters more than people realise.
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