# Cato, London — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Cato — Cocktail Bar in London. Rated 4.8/5 from 109 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions.

Source: https://staycation.co.uk/covent-garden/restaurants/cato (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version.

Cocktail Bar ££ 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Cato

17 Mercer Street, Covent Garden

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9006586822824269994&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/)

**In short:** Cato is a cocktail bar in Covent Garden, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 109 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.

Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Paid street

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the restaurant before you travel.

## About Cato

Cato is a cocktail bar on Mercer Street in Covent Garden, serving cocktails alongside beer and wine. The menu emphasises creative drinks made with fresh ingredients. Groups are welcome, and dogs may accompany their owners.

Staff are trained to offer recommendations. The setting is described as warm and sophisticated. Prices range from £30 to £49 per head.

## Menu & facilities

For the current menu and prices, see [Cato's own website](https://catobar.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu).

🍺 Beer 🍷 Wine 🍸 Cocktails

🍴 Dine-in

## Opening hours

**Monday** 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Tuesday** 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM

**Wednesday** 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

**Thursday** 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

**Friday** 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

**Saturday** 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM

**Sunday** Closed

## What's nearby

- London Graphic Centre next door
- Pineapple Dance Studios next door
- St Paul’s Church Covent Garden 250m away
- Covent Garden 300m away
- Leicester Square 400m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

People say this cocktail bar offers creative and well-balanced cocktails, with many highlighting the unique flavors and fresh ingredients. They also mention the warm, sophisticated atmosphere and the knowledgeable staff who provide excellent recommendations. Guests appreciate the attentive service and the reasonable prices for the quality of drinks.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Cuisine** International

**Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (109 reviews)

**Price level** ££

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** No

**Good for groups** Yes

**Destination** Covent Garden

[More restaurants in Covent Garden](https://staycation.co.uk/covent-garden/restaurants)

★ 4.8 (109 reviews)

Typical price range (Google)

£10 – £50

[Visit official website](https://catobar.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Covent Garden

**Plus Code** 9C3XGV7F+7F

### 🏨 Places to stay near Covent Garden

Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices.

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Cato?

Cato is open Mon–Tue 3pm–12am; Wed–Sat 3pm–1am; Sun closed (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Cato any good?

Cato is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 109 Google reviews.

### Is Cato dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Cato.

### Is Cato good for children?

Google does not list Cato as good for children.

### Does Cato have outdoor seating?

No, Google does not list outdoor seating.

### Is there parking at Cato?

Yes: paid street parking.

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