It’s loud in the best way—a happy hum of conversations, clinking glasses, and the occasional squeal of delight when the cheese wheel of the day appears. The soundtrack is upbeat indie pop; think Glass Animals meets early Arctic Monkeys. You’re not here for a quiet date; you’re here for a scene.
Covent Garden itself adds to the magic. Pick & Cheese sits on the main piazza, near the street performers and flower stalls. Pop in after a show or a shopping spree—it’s casual enough for a post-work bite, but chic enough to feel like a treat.
Practical tip: Book a seat on the bar side of the belt. You get a direct view of the kitchen and the belt’s flow. Plus, you can chat with the cheese experts who refill the plates—they love nerding out with you about the Lincolnshire Poacher.
What to Order (and Snap)
Start with the “Raclette Express”—a small pot of melted cheese poured over potatoes and cornichons. The steam is perfect for a subtle, dreamy shot. Then, grab a plate of the “Baked Camembert” with truffle honey—its gooey pull is basically catnip for foodies.
Don’t ignore the smaller plates: the pickled walnuts on a cheese toastie are a tiny masterpiece. And the dessert cheese—think a Mimolette with dark chocolate shavings—is a cinematic sight against the white ceramic.
For the brave: order the “Marrowfat Pea and Cheese” croquette. It’s a bright green orb that pops against the wooden boards. A coffee table book could be made from these compositions.
Pick & Cheese: World’s First Cheese Conveyor Belt Restaurant | The
