London's Top 100 Restaurants 2026

Chef patron Aaron Potter has helmed the kitchens at Trinity and Elystan Street, and his cooking at Wildflowers echoes those restaurants - smart, honest and skilful, with flavour always coming first. Paired with sleek interiors by stylist Laura Hart and amiable service, Wildflowers has confidence and charm far beyond its years. If this is the future of London restaurants, we’re in very good hands.

Planque looks like another East London wine bar, but quickly reveals itself as something of rare brilliance. Striking architecture, mad genius cooking and razor-sharp wine pairings deliver hit after hit, from scallop tartlets to a brilliant cheese-ice-cream dessert. Assured and ambitious, Planque is the complete package.

It’s hard not to have big feelings about Legado. It is, after all, Nieves Barragan-Mohacho’s legacy restaurant. Capturing the disparate identities of varied Spanish regions is no small feat, and yet, from Segovian suckling pig to quisquillas de Cadiz, there isn’t a dud in sight. Legado is a rare outlier.

AGORA brings riotous Greek cooking and fizzing, boisterous energy to Borough Market. Fluffy breads, moreish dips, charred skewers, the food would already be impressive, but the incredible value makes AGORA truly special, and the queues snaking out of the door are testament to the quality of this Borough hotspot.

Two Michelin-starred Rafael Cagali’s Da Terra is a blissful representation of Brazilian and Italian heritage working together in equal harmony. Every dish is precise, exquisitely crafted and surprising in the best possible way without taking itself too seriously, while a recent renovation has improved the experience even further.

Indian restaurants in London are varied and bountiful, but Chet Sharma’s brainchild BiBi surpasses them all. Here, rules are thrown out the window with his witty and inventive spin on classic Indian dishes. The interiors are just as exceptional as the food, and the drinks list takes things even further. 

All one’s cares simply slip away upon entering The Ritz’s pink, Regency-style dining room. Few in the capital manage to execute classic French cooking with the panache and high level of service as at this iconic haunt. Proof that precise, spectacular French cooking never gets old. 

Freed from Orasay’s seafood-only constraints, Jackson Boxer’s creative mind has been unleashed at Dove, which is a riot of bold, brilliant dishes. The burger has stolen the headlines, but it’s Jackson’s thoughtful cookery, big ideas, and a clued-up service team that make Dove truly special. 

Aulis is a Michelin-starred chef's table restaurant by Simon Rogan, seating just 12 guests exclusively for an interactive dining experience in which chefs cook and explain dishes to guests at every stage. The menu follows a farm-to-fork ethos, with seasonal ingredients sourced from Rogan's Lake District farm.

Following Brat was always going to be tough, but Mountain has arguably become the pinnacle of Anglesey chef Tomos Parry’s career to date, as well as the object of envy among London's restaurateurs. Staying true to what the team does best, diners can expect fantastic, wood-fired cooking inspired by the Basque Country.

In 2026, KOL finally feels like the restaurant it was always born to be. Chef Santiago Lastra presents modern Mexican cooking through the lens of exclusively British ingredients, with ingenious, delicious results. Out of the box thinking sees lime replace British sea buckthorn, and arrowgrass for coriander. The drinks list is outstanding too.

After 20 years in operation, The Ledbury remains one of the best experiences money can buy when it comes to impeccable fine dining in London. Focusing on tasting menus only, Brett Graham and Tom Spenceley continue to deliver faultless cooking at this iconic Notting Hill institution.

One Club Row quickly became Instagram fodder when it opened in 2025, with its inconspicuous entrance, vintage interiors and Martini-fuelled menus - including ‘that’ cheeseburger served with a peppercorn dipping sauce. Everyone is made to feel special. Bring a date. Bring a mate. This is London’s coolest restaurant right now.

Perhaps the most unique, distinctive restaurant in London, no restaurant in the capital is harder to pigeon-hole than Ikoyi. Chef Jeremy Chan’s utterly meticulous approach and dedication to micro-seasonal British ingredients and international spices make this a must-visit. No two experiences are the same.

Michelin-starred within weeks of opening, Row on 5 is extravagant in every sense of the word - where else offers a complimentary dry-cleaning service? Spearheaded by Jason Atherton and Spencer Metzger, guests travel between floors for a 15-course odyssey that's dazzling, occasionally bonkers, and technically brilliant.

The place to go when you want comfort and joy on a plate (and in a glass). Head chef Nick Bramham curates a weekly-changing blackboard of Mediterranean plates which you can pair alongside a selection of daily-changing wines, available by the glass or bottle. Fuss-free plates and quality wine - you can't go wrong. 

Named after a traditional southern Thai dish, Kolae serves authentic Thai cooking with a particular focus on its namesake speciality: skewers coated in a coconut curry marinade and grilled over open flames on a charcoal grill. Quality cooking at this price tag is no mean feat; Borough Market wouldn't be the same without it.

The older, more sophisticated sibling to ground floor AGORA, OMA’s stylish, eucalyptus-washed interiors are a joy to behold. The cooking isn’t bad either, focusing on smokey skewers, raw fish plates and gorgeous pillowy bagels from the in-house bakery. It became London’s first Michelin-starred Greek restaurant in 2025.

Abby Lee’s no-holds-barred Malaysian restaurant has become a staple for many. Menus are compact but perfectly-formed with Malaysian plates that pack a punch, backed up with a selection of natural wines. Cocktails are just as exhilarating, and the atmosphere is made to match. 

The Public House group has nailed it with The Hero. Downstairs does the elevated pub thing for those that want it, but The Grill upstairs - with its knack for simple, punchy bistro cooking - is all too easy to fall in love with. It’s date night personified, matched with slick pork chops, simply grilled fish and unbeatable atmosphere.

Tomos Parry’s Basque-inspired cooking continues to earn the praises of anyone who eats here. Welsh produce cooked over flames is Parry’s way of celebrating the food of his childhood, but it’s the house specialty turbot that will forever give the restaurant its name. Grab a seat by the counter for the full experience.

We were quick to proclaim Angelo Sato’s brilliance at Humble Chicken, shortly before it won two Michelin stars. After a million pound refit, Sato is loudly gunning for a third star, and after tasting his miso-cured foie gras, and Japanese milk bread with truffle and chicken liver parfait, we wouldn’t be surprised to see it.

Where else in the capital can you down a steak and caviar rosti whilst sat next to Dua Lipa? Dorian’s boisterous energy and celeb-magnetism has divided opinion, but you can’t argue with the imposing, grill-led cooking. Our advice? Grab a seat at the marble counter to see the chefs in action.

Husband and wife team Woongchul Park and Bomee Ki run this unassuming, ultra-minimal modern Korean restaurant in Bermondsey, blending classic French and Korean sensibilities. The results are utterly distinct and triumphant - proof that there is plenty to be discovered in the ground between food cultures.

Expectations were high when Cornus announced an all-star hospitality team that included former Angler chef Gary Foulkes and pastry superstar Kelly Cullen. Cornus has delivered on the hype and then some - yes, the prices are eye-watering but there’s nowhere better if you want unfaltering old-school luxury.

Barnstorming Basque grill Ibai serves perhaps the best beef in the city, with magnificent Galician dairy cow steaks joining a selection of exquisite bites, including the delicious Croque Ibai - a Croque Monsieur made with Carabinero prawns, boudin noir and Tomme de Brebis cheese. Far from a corporate stopgap, this is Basque cooking at its best.

A year after opening, this mega-hyped Notting Hill restaurant shows no sign of slowing down. Canteen’s no-nonsense approach is clearly a winner, with River Cafe alumni Jessica Filbey and Harry Hills at the helm, boasting menus that riff on Italian classics. Be sure to nab a seat at the counter - it’s easily the best spot in the house.

Nieves Barragan Mohacho’s peerless Spanish restaurant has remained one of London’s very best for years now. If you're lucky enough to gather around the open kitchen and wood-fired ‘asador’ and feast on authentic specialities from Galicia and Castile, you'll see why: from suckling pig to pulpo a feira, there's a lot to love.

Henry Harris ushered in a new age for traditional French food in London when he revived beloved restaurant Racine, and somehow its quality Lyonnaise cooking seems even more essential now than it was the first time around. Perhaps also home to London’s best dessert in the form of the iconic Racine creme caramel.

Still outstanding after many years, few restaurants in London have a finger on the pulse of slick, seasonal Mediterranean cooking quite like 40 Maltby Street. The wine list is outstanding too - grab a seat at the counter and order the whole menu. Just be sure to arrive early, as this popular spot doesn’t take reservations.

Singburi’s 2.0 glow-up was much anticipated, but this open kitchen Shoreditch hotspot more than delivers on the hype. The cooking is utterly thrilling - loud, unapologetically spicy, but perfectly balanced. Singburi’s wild ginger chicken thighs might be one of the dishes of the year. Singburi is all thrills, no frills. 

Tom Sellers has done it again with this gorgeous restaurant in 1 Hotel Mayfair. Forward-thinking practices are embraced wherever it can, from zero waste cooking to sustainably constructed interiors, while the menu harks back to days gone by with updated takes on old-school British classics.

Starting life as a supper club in Brixton, Chishuru has already lived many lives since its launch in 2020. With SquareMeal Female Chef of the Year 2024 winner Joké Bakare at the helm, it comes as no surprise that these set menus of punchy, West African fare resulted in Chishuru’s first Michelin star.

Ravneet Gill and Mattie Taiano prove classics still beat gimmicks at Gina, with a manifesto of simple, soulful cooking, top-notch produce and zero pretence. Gina isn’t just good for Chingford - the grass-fed sirloin was one of the best we ate all year, and Gill’s chocolate cake is likely to render you speechless.

Chef and owner A.Wong’s flair for creativity, storytelling and fun is the reason his restaurant is still the only Chinese restaurant in London to retain two Michelin stars. Serving some of the best dim sum in the capital, a meal here is guaranteed to stay with you long after it's over.

Stevie Parle’s swaggering London comeback is easily one of 2025’s best. Town’s space-age interiors are perhaps the year’s most striking, and the menu is unafraid to take risks: gravy-dunked bread, tempura sage leaves with honey, and faultless cocktails from Satan’s Whiskers boss Kevin Armstrong. A triumphant return.

Miga is a family-run Korean restaurant in London Fields that has scooped plaudits from some of the capital’s biggest reviewers. Outstanding menus balance East London cool, home-style cooking and the warmth of family hospitality. Good luck getting a table, though; dinner bookings can go in a flash. 

Alain Ducasse’s three Michelin-starred London legacy needs little introduction. Executive chef Jean-Philippe Blondet’s laser focus on seasonal produce provides the foundations for his forward-thinking approach to cooking. Choose the tasting menu for a once-in-a-lifetime meal you won’t forget.

We’ve been crying out for Claude Bosi to cook classic Lyonnaise dishes, and he finally delivered with charming Chelsea bouchon Josephine. The results are predictably superb, whether it’s rich, glossy beef bourguignon or frogs legs swimming in garlic butter. Bring your stretchy pants for this one.

Long awaited AngloThai far surpassed expectations when it opened in 2024, but it was well worth the wait to see John and Desiree Chantarasak’s hospitality finally reach the restaurant mainstream. Thai food has had a recent resurgence in London, but John’s distinct, unconventional cooking stands out from the rest.

Dalla is cinematic. Beautiful, pared back, and a little bit femme with the odd mid-century feature, it strikes a homely tone perfectly tuned for its Hackney location. Food follows suit. No machine-pumped pasta, just handmade ribbons and parcels on a concise menu packed with nostalgic, often forgotten, recipes.

Still one of London’s hottest destinations, it’s rare that a restaurant so hyped delivers on every level year after year. Upstairs you’ll find modern gastropub cooking of the very highest order, with no-frills pub classics that are simple yet perfectly executed. Good luck getting a table.

Brave, insightful, sustainable cooking elevates Fallow to the upper echelons of London’s dining scene. Heston alumni Will Murray and Jack Croft prove that low-waste cooking is as cool as ever, with dishes such as smoked cod’s head in Sriracha butter gaining cult status for those in the know.

Trullo has settled happily into life as a London restaurant veteran, and we’d argue it’s as good as it has ever been. Already home to some of London’s best pasta dishes, the menu also features superb grill cooking and antipasti plates, the wine list is superb and staff are friendly and attentive. A quintessentially brilliant restaurant.

Adam Byatt’s pitch-perfect Clapham restaurant has matured into one of the capital’s best, marrying generous service with exemplary cooking, rooted in French classics. In a city short on proper a la carte dining, Trinity’s meticulous, old-school precision is something to be greatly respected.

Japanese-Italian fusion - it sounds like a gimmick, but Osteria Angelina proves that Japanese-Italian fusion is no such thing. Buzzy and energetic, Osteria is bags of fun, and the cooking is next-level delicious - think truffle kombu tortellini, and milk bread with kumquat and burnt honey butter.

There’s a reason Kiln has accrued a legion of fans that continues to grow with each passing year. From its quirky, out-there Thai dishes to its laughably affordable prices, this is the sort of spot you can’t quite believe exists in central London. A true favourite for full-throttle cooking, no holds barred. 

Far more than just another pasta restaurant, Manteca brings robust, sometimes confrontational nose-to-tail Italian cooking to Shoreditch. In a bright, buzzy spot just off Great Eastern Street, expect a menu founded on whole-animal butchery, hand-rolled pastas, and wood-fired breads, with its own salami made in-house.

There are good Italian restaurants, there are great Italian restaurants, and then there’s Luca. It styles itself as casual, but Rob Chambers’ cooking offers a level of precision, creativity and beauty often only achieved in the upper echelons of fine dining. The terrace is one of London’s most beautiful al fresco spots.

Turns out a lick of paint and a hospitality dream team is all it takes to turn an East London boozer into one of London’s finest. Mismatched interiors, a boisterous atmosphere and an oven of slowly spinning rotisserie chicken are all part of the charm, whether you’re popping in for a Guinness or some elevated pub grub.

Faultless nigiri and powerful hot dishes – ume butter razor clams, tuna sankaku skewers, we’re looking at you – make Eel Sushi a Notting Hill benchmark. Rice is carefully seasoned, fish expertly aged, and the quality is dizzying. So much so, the supersonic turn times almost feel like a kindness.

Perilla pair Ben Marks and Matt Emmerson proved more than one-hit wonders when they smashed second restaurant Morchella out of the park. Marks is one of London’s more inventive chefs, and Morchella shows this off, whether it’s spanakopita in a crisp filo cigar or wonderful olive-spiked portokalopita syrup cake.

We adore Camille’s clean-cut, old-timey bistro style, but it delivers on the plate too thanks to Elliot Hashtroudi’s gutsy, offal-forward cooking. Camille is probably not one for the squeamish, but it is deeply delicious, with an excellent selection of daily-changing natural French wines to boot.

The glitzy location may keep some away, but we’d recommend everyone to make time to visit Richard Corrigan’s eponymous Mayfair restaurant. Whilst it may fly a little under the radar in London’s ever-evolving dining scene, this veteran is well worth a visit with its delicious and perfectly executed plates.

The Pachamama Group is slowly taking over London’s dining scene and Lagana might just be our new favourite. Moody interiors, Mediterranean menus, and a touch of childlike whimsy make for quite the experience, allowing you to delve into crisp flatbreads and heavenly dips whilst doodling on paper-covered tables.

Part of the ever-evolving Kingly Court, Donia slings out modern Filipino food with assured confidence. We loved everything here, from the ‘adobo’ mushroom croquettes to giant ube ice cream choux bun. Flavours are layered, dishes are robust, and Donia is nothing short of spectacular.

Even at the grand old age of 110, Richard Corrigan’s revitalised oyster bar hasn’t lost its lustre. Far from it - Bentley’s remains the go-to for rounds of oysters, wonderful smoked eel, and impressive British seafood. Perch up at the counter for the full experience, and order native and rock and dressed oysters by the dozen.

A long-standing cult favourite with Londoners, Quality Chop House has been serving up rustic, comforting British classics for over a hundred years. Interiors retain that Victorian charm, with black and white tiled floors and wooden booths on cast iron legs. Menus, however, have moved with the times to include mangalitza croquettes and olive oil ice cream. 

Still one of the most impressive tasting menu experiences, executive chef Johnnie Crowe’s masterpiece menu demonstrates a huge amount of skill, while still allowing the ingredients to breathe and sing. An evening here is nothing short of a religious experience - not just because it overlooks St Bartholomew the Great.

If old school French luxury and service is your bag, Otto’s delivers in every way. Maître d' Otto Tepasse is a gregarious host, and where else are you going to enjoy duck à la presse whilst wearing a viking helmet? Deliciously comforting, and truly authentic, there’s a reason Otto’s is still a top contender for many.

One of London’s truly influential great restaurants is still as good as ever, feeding the masses with humble British cooking, comforting pies and warm madeleines straight from the oven. No London list would be complete without Fergus Henderson's nose-to-tail trailblazer, long may it continue.

Noble Rot's dark woods, scrawled blackboards, and flickering candles feel like a comforting embrace amidst the heaving streets of Mayfair. With ex-Perilla and The Square chef Adam Wood at the helm, Noble Rot rolls out simple, honest, beautiful French food, and its wine list is second to none.

If you love classic French brasserie fare and you’re not afraid of a bit of butter, Maison Francois is the restaurant for you. The iconic dessert trolley has pushed it into legendary status, not to mention the slick, ever-jovial service, impossibly high ceilings and intimate seating. 

Bounding onto the streets of Soho, MOI took London’s food scene by storm, with its enormous, multi-level site, Japanese-inspired grilling, and state of the art listening room. The fried steamed buns with whipped cod’s roe have been rightfully raved about, that's just one highlight of many.

One of London’s finest Italian restaurants, Leo’s Clapton specialises in Sardinian cuisine, serving as a cafe in the mornings and a more sophisticated neighbourhood restaurant in the evenings. Breakfast and lunch are for walk-ins only, but you’ll need to book ahead to enjoy dinner in the main dining room.

Following superb Fallow in St James’ was a big ask, but Roe has managed that and then some, turning a hulking 500-cover site into a bustling restaurant for the modern age. It also takes the trio’s sustainability mandate further than ever, with plant-based decor and an aeroponic green wall that grows herbs and veg year-round.

Whichever way you define gastropubs today, the essential requirement is brilliant big flavours. On that front, The Kerfield Arms nails the brief. What used to be a fairly pokey old boozer has emerged resplendent, armed with a menu of handsome plates that champion quality produce and land without a hint of pretension.

Brutto is a rare gem of a restaurant that transports guests to the trattorias of Florence via rustic, bare-bones interiors, unfussy Italian dishes and a well-priced drinks list that features Negronis for a fiver. It’s a restaurant after our hearts, and you’ll struggle to find much better value in the capital.

Having held a Michelin star at Galvin at Windows for seven years, chef Joo Won returns to his Korean roots with Calong. This charming Stoke Newington spot trades authenticity for fun, cheffing up riffs on Korean classics with unexpected ingredient combos and a formidable fried chicken recipe.

If you’re looking for innovative fine dining with a touch of theatre, Adam Handling’s flagship Frog is the place to be. Dishes are bold and brash, showcasing unapologetic flavours and an inventive streak that stretches to the vegetarian menu, which, by the way, is one of the best in London. 

Perilla might bill itself as a neighbourhood restaurant, but this high-flying gem is well worth a trip across town if you ask us. The menu changes daily and with the seasons, and while all its dishes are worthy of applause, you can’t start a meal here without its famous sourdough with brown butter.

Robin Gill remains one of London’s top chefs, and Darby’s show’s why. Immense in-house baking and charcuterie alongside proper, crowd-pleasing cooking, including a majestic beef shin and bone marrow pie to share. Live music, oyster happy hours, and a quality drinks list complete one of London’s most reliable haunts.

A gastropub to rival all gastropubs, this Kentish Town hotspot brings British pub dining into the modern day. The sharing plate menu is written up on a blackboard on the wall, the chocolate mousse is served tableside, and a biodynamic wine list champions small, independent wineries. We love it.

Part of Jason Atherton’s restaurant dynasty, Sael delivers comforting, lux flavours at a fairly reasonable price tag. It champions iconic British culture, from a portrait of David Beckham to the Marmite custard tart topped with a healthy bump of caviar - a year on, and we're still dreaming about it.

It seems anything Jamie Allan touches turns to gold, as two of the former Four Legs arrive at The Macbeth and turns it into one of 2025’s big hits. With hearty Portuguese pub grub, a wallet-friendly house lager, and a chatty FOH team, The Macbeth is the kind of local we'd happily have at the end of our road.

Padella is no secret, but we’ve spent an awful lot of time there, and its simple seasonal pasta dishes have never failed to impress. For us, given the quality, fair pricing, and affordable wines on tap, this is the best of London’s casual pasta joints, all backed up by a fabulous Mr Lyan cocktail list.

There’s a new chef at London’s most exclusive chef’s counter, but the exceptional standards remain. Seamus Sam carries on a growing tradition of excellence here, propelling the intimate 12-seater experience further. Plus, the wine pairing options are some of the very best in the city. 

Master Wei specialises in Shaanxi cuisine from northern China and has become famous for its flavourful biang biang noodle bowls. Chef Guirong Wei has, quietly, had a profound impact on London, introducing us to the joys of hand-pulled noodles laden with beef, pork, and punchy chilli oil. 

After a series of sell out pop-ups across London, Whole Beast has put down permanent roots back south of the river. Famed (and quite rightly so) for its dry-aged smash burger and clever, often quirky combinations, chefs Alicja and Sam Bryant’s gutsy, nose-to-tail cooking is well worth the trip.

A solo venture from Jun Tanaka, The Ninth joins a plethora of excellent restaurants in Fitzrovia. Boasting a menu full of simple but refined French Mediterranean cooking, from stellar homemade pastas to chargrilled meat and the famous pain perdu. Dishes are all designed to be shared - but there’s no pressure if you prefer your own plate!

Normah Abd Hamid decided to ditch her corporate job to open her own cafe – Normah's - where she serves authentic Malaysian food in the heart of Bayswater. Together with her son Rezi, she has created a beloved local venture serving some of the best Malaysian food in London. It's somewhere everyone should visit at least once. 

Daisuke Shimoyama brings kaiseki-level precision to a bold, modern Japanese menu at Kokin. A worthy successor to his criminally underrated restaurant Hannah, Kokin confirms that Shimoyama is a star. Pristine sushi and classic, elegant Japanese cooking is worth the trip, but the wood-fired wild tuna dishes are truly remarkable.

The highly anticipated return of chef Ben Murphy did not disappoint. 74 Charlotte Street is polished to perfection, with a stylish upstairs bar and subterranean restaurant. Murphy’s exemplary cooking is evidenced in a faultless beef Wellington that we still think about regularly.

Any West London local will agree: this smart riverside brasserie is one of the best neighbourhood restaurants in the capital. Top quality food, ample British seafood, and wonderful service are always guaranteed, with a view of Hammersmith Bridge to boot if you manage to snag a window seat.

Following a successful debut in Soho, Aushi and Eroshan Meewella’s Sri Lankan concept has returned bigger, better, and more beautiful than ever. Kolamba’s bold, fiery flavours and rich spiced sauces are hard to resist, and the string hopper prawn biryani alone is worth the journey to Spitalfields.

From the same team behind Crispin and Bistro Freddie comes Canal, a modern, open-plan restaurant in Westbourne Park serving the same produce-led sharing plates you might expect to see at Crispin, and a cocktail list headed up by Haggerston cocktail bar ‘A Bar with Shapes for a Name.’ The ‘table cheeseburger’ is a must order.

The latest addition to Samyukta Nair’s ever-expanding restaurant empire, Nipotina blends the warmth of nonna’s kitchen with a touch of Mayfair sophistication. High-quality ingredients and technical precision go a long way, but you’ll want to save room for something from the dessert trolley.

With a focus on championing the best of Ethiopian cuisine, you can expect dishes to be packed with plenty of flavour and a fair amount of spice. Whether it’s stewed meats or vegetarian alternatives, this menu is all about authentic comfort food. Go for the sharing house specials for the full Zeret experience.

This buzzy two-storey spot just a stone’s throw from King’s Cross offers a fresh take on South Indian cuisine - think chilli cheese dosas, chicken lollipops and aromatic curries, washed down with beer on tap and spiced cocktails. The ground floor is best for ‘fast casual’ dining, while downstairs is altogether moodier.

It’s a cliche, but you really don’t miss the meat at this hugely successful vegetarian restaurant. Now with three locations in London, Bubala has cracked the formula when it comes to forward-thinking veggie fare that feels both vibrant and indulgent. Affordable prices. Interiors that are almost as beautiful as the food. A staple in our restaurant rotation, for sure.

Vivek Singh’s shaping of London’s culinary landscape has been instrumental in elevating Indian cuisine to whole new, elegant heights. Here, in the surroundings of an old library, he and his team serve flawlessly balanced plates. It's 25 years old now, but with Singh's evolving menus keeping things current, we predict many more on the horizon.

Cynthia Shanmugalingam’s London debut is a rip-roaring ode to Sri Lankan cuisine via palate-tickling curries, sambols and sauces. Pricing is more than fair, and there's a brilliant feasting menu if you can't decide. The rotis alone deserve a special mention - we could eat hundreds of them. Go now, bring a crowd, order the lot and don’t look back.

Following huge success at its original site in Neal’s Yard, The Barbary opened a larger restaurant in Notting Hill serving dishes inspired by the Barbary Coast. Its trademark counter still lies at its heart, but with plenty of space, more seating and a cocktail bar thrown in for good measure.

A major relaunch at the beginning of 2025 signalled a new era for seafood stalwart Applebee's. It’s still one of the best seafood restaurants in London, with Frankie van Loo heading up an elegant menu dictated by the British shoreline. Grab a table on the terrace to soak up the buzz of Borough Market.

CORD by Le Cordon Bleu is the London institute’s flagship restaurant, showcasing modern French cooking rooted in classical technique. It's seasonal and refined, with optional wine pairings that highlight precision, balance and the school’s culinary heritage through thoughtfully structured tasting and à la carte menus.

Seb Holmes opened Farang in 2015, and it’s as cool now as it was then. Farang, meaning ‘foreigner’ in Thai, doesn't do the die-hard authenticity thing. Instead, it stands as a champion of balance and originality, sourcing from Thailand and the UK, and making everything you see on the menu from scratch.

Famed for its glamorous Venetian interiors and lavish menus, The Wolseley Piccadilly is an all-day café-restaurant designed to evoke the feel of Europe’s grand café culture. From its famed breakfast menus to elegant dinner fare, The Wolseley's timeless appeal and easy-going glamour remains hard to resist.