No. Fifty Cheyne
- Bright modern Provençal brasserie with sky blue banquettes and upstairs salon with river views.
french
Acme Fire Cult
- Live-fire cooking in a Dalston railway arch â everything grilled, smoked, or charred over wood and coals. Bold flavours, buzzy atmosphere.
bbq
Spiritland
- King's Cross restaurant and listening bar built around a high-end sound system. Great brunch, natural wines, and a vinyl-heavy soundtrack.
brunch
Clarke's Restaurant
- Farm-to-table restaurant focused on seasonal British ingredients and breads from its own bakery.
bakery
Kitchen Table
- 19-seat U-shaped table around a cooking station, with a multi-course menu of small European dishes.
michelin, fine dining
Padella
- Modern bistro with a short list of housemade pasta dishes accompanied by wine & Italianate drinks.
italian, french
Mercato Mayfair
- Hip market in an old stained-glass sanctuary, with food stands, eateries & a vaulted wine cellar.
italian
Mad Cats
- Vibrant Georgian restaurant on Redchurch Street serving bold sharing plates, natural wines, and excellent khachapuri.
restaurant
Seed Library
- Plant-forward restaurant on Shoreditch High Street celebrating seasonal vegetables with creative, beautifully presented dishes.
restaurant
The Black Pig
- Borough Market Kitchen stall serving exceptional pork-focused street food. The pulled pork bap with crackling is the move.
sandwich
Kaffeine
- Independent Aussie/Kiwi-owned coffee shop with deli-style breakfasts, sandwiches and salads.
sandwich
Don't Tell Dad
- Neighbourhood restaurant in Queen's Park with a seasonal, produce-led menu and a warm, candlelit atmosphere. Strong natural wine list.
restaurant
Bambi
- East London restaurant in Hackney Wick blending Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavours. Charcoal-grilled meats and vibrant mezze.
middle eastern
Singburi
- Authentic Royal Thai cuisine on Shoreditch High Street. Family-run with recipes from Thailand's Singburi province â the curries are outstanding.
thai
The Tamil Prince
- Indian small plates, entrees & desserts in a laid-back corner hangout with a bar & a terrace.
indian
The Ledbury
- Chef Brett Graham's innovative cooking, paired with fine wines in a smart, modern setting.
michelin, fine dining
NAC
- French bistro with whitewashed bricks and banquette seating, plus a wood-panelled cocktail lounge.
french
manteca
- Fire-cooked nose-to-tail cuts of meat meet hand-rolled pasta in this simple, Italian-inspired diner.
italian
Oranj
- Casual Eastern Mediterranean spot in Truman Brewery serving grilled flatbreads, vibrant salads, and dips. Good for a quick, flavourful lunch.
middle eastern
Hoppers Soho
- Sri Lankan & South Indian cuisine & exotic cocktails served against a hip, vibrant backdrop.
indian
Dishoom Covent Garden
- Buzzy destination for Indian street food in Bombay-style digs with vintage decor & upscale touches.
indian
The Mayfair Chippy
- Bright restaurant with outdoor tables offering fish & chips, plus puddings, beers & gins.
fish & chips, seafood
BAO Soho
- Intimate, wood-furnished space for steamed milk buns & other inventive Taiwanese eats & drinks.
vietnamese
The Plimsoll
- Excellent gastropub in Finsbury Park with a daily-changing menu of seasonal British cooking and well-kept ales.
gastropub
BRAT Restaurant
- Thereâs strong Basque influences on the menu of this rustic Spanish spot with open wood fire grill.
michelin, fine dining
Xi'an Impression London
- Simple Chinese restaurant specialising in Shan Xi street food like pork/beef burgers and noodles.
chinese
J Sheekey
- Fish and seafood restaurant with horseshoe-shaped bar, an open kitchen and banquette seating.
seafood
Andrew Edmunds
- Modern European menu served at candlelit tables in a snug 18th-century townhouse.
restaurant
Roti King
- Legendary Malaysian canteen beneath a Euston hotel serving flaky roti canai with rich, fragrant dhal. Tiny, cash-friendly, and always queued.
malaysian
GökyĂŒzĂŒ Green Lanes
- Informal family-run Turkish spot serving classic dishes cooked in a traditional oven.
turkish
Sweetings
- Lunchtime institution with fish on ice in the window, for classic dishes and comfort-food puddings.
seafood
Tayyabs
- Much-loved Punjabi restaurant serving aromatic, spicy dishes in a no-frills, contemporary interior.
indian
Quo Vadis
- Frequently changing Modern British cuisine served in 2 airy dining rooms with stained-glass windows.
restaurant
Gymkhana
- Tandoor oven roasts, sigri charcoal grills and seasonal curries at Raj-era themed Indian restaurant.
michelin, indian, fine dining
Dim Sum Duck
- Simple Chinese eatery with outdoor seats serving dumplings, noodles & BBQ meats, plus bubble tea.
chinese
Master Wei Xi'An
- Acclaimed choice offering Xiâan-style street snacks, noodles & drinks in a down-to-earth atmosphere.
chinese
Trullo
- Confidently unfussy Italian cooking in a homely upstairs room or downstairs bar.
michelin, italian
Donia
- Vibrant Kingly Court restaurant serving modern North African-inspired sharing plates â harissa, charcoal-grilled meats, and warm flatbreads.
middle eastern
Core by Clare Smyth
- Seasonal British fine dining from ex Gordon Ramsay chef in laid-back, light and airy surroundings.
michelin, fine dining
Ikoyi Restaurant
- Creative restaurant serving a seasonal menu of West African flavours.
michelin, african, fine dining
Zeret Kitchen
- Traditional Ethiopian food and coffee served in a relaxed and airy room with modern African art.
african
Sonora TaquerĂa
- Stoke Newington taquerĂa serving excellent tacos, quesadillas, and mezcal cocktails with a focus on authentic Mexican flavours.
mexican
The Chancellors
- Comfortable local with mock-Tudor decor and celebrity photos, serving pub fare plus outside seats.
vietnamese, gastropub
HIMI
- Japanese-inspired restaurant on Newburgh Street, Soho, with delicate small plates and a refined, minimalist setting.
japanese, sandwich
One Club Row
- Intimate Shoreditch restaurant with a seasonal, locally sourced menu and natural wines.
restaurant
Akoko
- Elevated West African dishes are paired with international wines at this warm, upmarket restaurant.
michelin, african, fine dining
BiBi
- Polished choice with tables & counter seats offering a creative menu of South Asian small plates.
indian
The Tamil Crown
- Sister spot to The Tamil Prince in Islington, serving refined South Indian dishes â dosas, coconut curries, and fragrant rice plates.
indian
Marksman
- Classic British fare in a former Victorian pub with original mahogany panelling and modern updates.
michelin, gastropub, fine dining
The George
- Smart gastropub in Richmond serving polished British dishes with a strong wine list and a welcoming garden terrace.
gastropub
The Camberwell Arms
- Pub with chandeliers and patterned wallpaper, staging a regular series of classes and comedy nights.
gastropub, sandwich
The Waterman's Arms
- Chill hangout offering burgers & pub grub, plus an extensive wine list, in a historic setting.
gastropub
The Cadogan Arms
- Modern British gastropub with darkwood interior and mounted stag antlers, plus upstairs pool room.
gastropub
The Cow
- Gastropub with a compact upstairs dining room for oysters, seafood and seasonal British cuisine.
seafood, gastropub
Chishuru
- Modern & traditional West African dishes served in a straightforward restaurant.
michelin, african, fine dining
OMA
- Borough Market restaurant serving Mediterranean-meets-Middle Eastern sharing plates. Charcoal-grilled dishes and house-baked breads are the highlights.
middle eastern
Darjeeling Express
- Acclaimed, family-owned eatery offering an array of refined Indian dishes in a cheerful atmosphere.
indian
Miga
- Korean restaurant in Hackney with bibimbap, BBQ, and kimchi stew done properly. Casual, unfussy, and generously portioned.
korean
Kiln
- Casual open kitchen cooking noodles & Thai-inspired dishes using wood-burning ovens and grills.
thai
Golden Chippy
- Upbeat joint dishing up classic fish-&-chips & other snacks in snug surrounds with a terrace.
fish & chips, seafood
St. John
- Whitewashed ex-smokehouse where Fergus Henderson pioneered the resurgent interest in offal dishes.
michelin, fine dining
Paul Rothe & Son
- Run by the same family since 1900, this deli specialises in freshly made sandwiches and soup.
sandwich
The Devonshire
- Smart pub just off Piccadilly Circus with well-executed pub classics, a good drinks list, and a central location that's handy pre-theatre.
gastropub
The Wolseley
- Elegant restaurant serving Modern European food & afternoon tea with grand, art deco glamour.
restaurant
E Pellicci
- Vintage Art Deco workers' cafe offering the full English breakfast and Italian classics since 1900.
italian
Tasty Jerk
- Authentic Jamaican jerk chicken near Elephant & Castle â smoky, spicy, and slow-cooked. A go-to for Caribbean flavour in SE1.
caribbean
Chez Bruce
- High-end Modern French dining, fine wines and an extensive cheese board in a simply decorated space.
michelin, french, fine dining
Nandine
- Kurdish family restaurant in Camberwell with homestyle cooking, fresh flatbreads, and warming stews. Welcoming and affordable.
middle eastern
40 Maltby Street
- Weekend-only wine bar and kitchen tucked under the Bermondsey railway arches. Natural wines, simple food, and a great atmosphere.
restaurant
Normah's
- An extensive menu of traditional Malaysian & Asian dishes & drinks in a minimalist, laid-back space.
malaysian
Wong Kei
- Huge multi-level Chinatown stalwart with communal dining and vast menu of Cantonese classics.
chinese
Ambassadors Clubhouse
- Punjabi restaurant from JKS Restaurants (Gymkhana, Brigadiers) inspired by 1970s Bombay gymkhanas. Serves regional dishes from undivided Punjab in a glamorous Mayfair setting off Regent Street.
indian
Harley's Butchery & Rotisserie
- Belsize Park butcher and rotisserie with top-quality free-range meats and a weekend lunch of juicy spit-roast chicken.
restaurant
Fishoria Fish and Chips
- Upmarket fish and chips off Regent Street with sustainably sourced fish, craft beer, and a surprisingly elegant setting.
fish & chips, seafood
China Tang at The Dorchester
- Luxury hotel restaurant serving Cantonese recipes in a chic setting evoking 1930s Shanghai.
chinese
Rock and Sole Plaice
- One of the oldest chippies in town, with simple decor, a traditional seafood menu and outdoor seats.
fish & chips, seafood
FKABAM RESTAURANT
- Compact, simple restaurant with rock soundtrack, for Turkish-inspired kebabs, flatbreads and beers.
turkish, middle eastern
Ustun Lahmacun & Pide Salonu
- Authentic Turkish lahmacun and pide on Green Lanes â thin, crispy flatbreads loaded with spiced lamb, baked in a proper stone oven.
turkish, middle eastern
Ewarts Jerk
- Compact Jamaican kitchen in a relaxed nook with outdoor dining space, spotlighting jerk spices.
caribbean
Dishoom Shoreditch
- Buzzy destination for Indian street food in Bombay-style digs with vintage decor & upscale touches.
indian
Taste of Pakistan Restaurant and Take away
- Straightforward curry house serving traditional Pakistani cuisine, plus karahi dishes.
indian
Eat Vietnam Bar B Grill 1
- Cosy cafe for traditional Vietnamese cuisine including banh cuon & de nuong, plus wine & drinks.
vietnamese
Kurisu Omakase
- Intimate omakase counter in Brixton with a carefully choreographed multi-course Japanese tasting menu. Booking essential.
fine dining, japanese, middle eastern
Bouchon Racine
- Classic French bistro cooking in Clerkenwell â terrines, steak frites, and tarte tatin in a warm, unpretentious setting.
french
SOMA Soho
- Modern Indian small plates in Soho with creative spicing and contemporary presentation. Good cocktails and a buzzy atmosphere.
indian, middle eastern
Koya Japanese Restaurant Soho
- Simple, cafe-style Japanese for udon noodles and small plates served at communal tables.
japanese
Saikei Chinese Restaurant
- Chinese dining with 2 karaoke/function rooms and a dance floor, beneath a Holiday Inn Express hotel.
chinese
Kaieteur Kitchen Original
- Compact restaurant with a down-to-earth ambiance dishing up traditional Caribbean cooking.
caribbean
Maison François
- Upmarket bistro offering classic French cuisine in a chic setting, plus a basement wine bar.
french
Scully
- Hip, wood-hued eatery serving artfully plated seasonal flavors from Australia to India & Ireland.
restaurant
Sam Sandwiches
- No-frills Shepherd's Bush sandwich shop turning out generously stuffed, freshly made sandwiches. Simple, cheap, and exactly what you want.
sandwich
Mangal 1
- No-fuss Turkish cafe hung with kilims, serving a variety of grilled kebabs with warm pide bread.
turkish
Crisp Pizza
- Neapolitan-style pizza in Hammersmith with puffy, charred crusts and quality toppings. Quick, affordable, and genuinely good.
pizza
Bars in London
Gerry's Club
- Legendary members-only Soho drinking den tucked behind a modest door on Dean Street. Tiny, eccentric, and full of theatrical regulars.
cocktail
Goodbye Horses
- Intimate Islington wine bar with an ever-changing list of natural wines and simple, excellent snacks. Low-key and unpretentious.
wine bar
The Pelican - Notting Hill
- Relaxed neighbourhood bar and restaurant on All Saints Road with a strong cocktail list and a European-leaning menu.
cocktail
Windsor Castle
- Refurbished old boozer with wood-panelled walls, a beer garden plus real ale and seasonal food menu.
pub, outdoors
The Connaught Bar
- Ritzy hotel bar with Cubist-inspired wood panelling and huge mirrors, known for its martinis.
cocktail
The French House
- Compact bar hung with photos, where literary crowd prefer wine to beer and embrace the no-tech rule.
pub
Noble Rot Lamb's Conduit
- Parisian-style wine bar nook for a vast list of wines served with a concise, seasonal British menu.
wine bar
DUKES Bar
- Intimate St James's hotel bar famous for its potent, ice-cold martinis served tableside. Ian Fleming's supposed inspiration for Bond's drink.
cocktail
Shankeys
- Relaxed wine bar and neighbourhood hangout in Stoke Newington with natural wines, sharing plates, and a friendly crowd.
wine bar
Cafes in London
WatchHouse Marylebone
- Specialty coffee in a handsome Marylebone space with excellent pastries. Originally a watch house for guarding against grave robbers.
bakery, coffee
Algerian Coffee Stores
- Century-old shop for global coffees and teas, with takeaway option and sales of kit and accessories.
coffee
Hart & Lova Bakery
- Small-batch bakery in Kilburn turning out exceptional sourdough, pastries, and cakes. Everything baked fresh daily in tiny quantities.
bakery
Layla Bakery
- Middle Eastern bakery on Portobello Road with outstanding flatbreads, manakish, and sweet pastries baked fresh throughout the day.
middle eastern, bakery
The Dusty Knuckle Bakery
- Light cafe fare such as creative sandwiches & salads with coffee drinks & fresh breads to-go.
bakery, coffee
TOAD Bakery
- Camberwell bakery with a cult following for its sourdough, cinnamon buns, and seasonal tarts. Small space, big flavours.
bakery
Monmouth Coffee Company
- Fair-trade coffee & gourmet treats in the cafe & whole or freshly ground beans bagged to take home.
coffee
ArĂŽme Bakery - Mercer Street
- Cosy bakery with a trendy vibe dishing up a fusion of French & Asian confections.
bakery
Regency Cafe
- No frills corner cafe with tiled exterior, for full English breakfasts and traditional British menu.
coffee
Beigel Bake
- 24-hour bakery known for traditional Jewish-style filled bagels such as salt beef and smoked salmon.
bakery
COMMON BREADS
- Artisan bakery near Victoria station with exceptional sourdough, seasonal pastries, and good coffee. A calm pitstop in a busy area.
bakery, coffee
Terry's Cafe | London
- Classic, family-run community cafe filled with black-and-white photos documenting local life
vietnamese
Jolene Bakery & Restaurant
- Contemporary bakery & cafe in a roomy, industrial-chic space, serving refined comfort fare.
bakery
Nagare Bankside
- Japanese specialty coffee near Tate Modern with carefully brewed pour-overs and matcha. A serene pause on the South Bank.
coffee
Nagare Coffee Carnaby
- Japanese-influenced specialty coffee on Carnaby Street. Precise brewing techniques and a calm, minimalist space in the heart of Soho.
coffee
Emirates Stadium
- Purpose-built football stadium, home to Arsenal FC and some large-scale, close-season pop concerts.
attraction
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Spurs' striking 62,000-seat home with a retractable pitch. The Dare Skywalk lets you walk across the roof 46 metres above the pitch.
attraction
The National Gallery
- Trafalgar Square art museum whose masterworks trace the development of Western European painting.
museum
Sky Garden
- Known as the walkie talkie due to its unique shape, this skyscraper features a top-floor restaurant.
outdoors
Tower Bridge
- Panoramic views from high-level walkways and behind-the-scenes access to original lifting machinery.
architecture
The Graffiti Tunnel
- Pedestrian tunnel under Waterloo station covered in legal street art & graffiti.
attraction
The British Museum
- Huge showcase for global antiquities, including Egyptian mummies and ancient Greek sculptures.
museum
Tower of London
- Centuries of bloody history around a medieval castle, home to Crown Jewels and iconic Beefeaters.
architecture
St. Paul's Cathedral
- 17th-century cathedral featuring a 365ft-high dome, recitals & a churchyard, plus a crypt.
temple
Cecil Court
- Charming pedestrianised alley lined with antiquarian bookshops, map dealers, and print sellers. A quiet step back in time near Leicester Square.
attraction
PERROTIN LONDON
- Major contemporary art gallery in a Mayfair mews space, showing an international roster of established and emerging artists.
gallery
Burlington Arcade
- 19th-century covered shopping arcade with high-end retailers for watches, jewellery, perfume & more.
attraction
David Zwirner
- Contemporary art gallery in an 18th-century Georgian townhouse with exhibition spaces on 3 levels.
gallery
Royal Academy of Arts
- Palladian mansion hosting world-class art exhibitions and a legendary open-submission summer show.
gallery
Hauser & Wirth
- Art venue showcasing both emerging and established artists plus modern art from around the world.
attraction
Tate Modern
- Modern-art gallery with international works on display, plus a cafe with panoramic river views.
gallery
Borough Market
- Huge market under the railway lines, for British-reared meat and artisanal baked and dairy goods.
market
M.Manze Tower Bridge
- Original 1902 eel and pie house, for pie and mash lunches plus jellied eels to eat in or takeaway.
architecture
Maureen Paley
- Long-established commercial gallery showcasing contemporary artists from the UK, Europe and the USA.
gallery
Goodman Gallery London
- South African-founded gallery on Cork Street showing contemporary art with a focus on artists from Africa and its diaspora.
gallery
Galerie Max Hetzler
- Major German contemporary art gallery with a Dover Street space showing internationally significant painters and sculptors.
gallery
Bernheim Gallery
- Contemporary art gallery on Savile Row presenting curated exhibitions of international modern and contemporary works.
gallery
Stores in London
Hector's
- Independent De Beauvoir shop with a carefully curated mix of homewares, pantry goods, and gifts. Great for finding something you didn't know you needed.
shop