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10 Bread St., London EC4
020 3030 4050

Bread Street Kitchen

This casually cool Bread Street Kitchen is a laid-back counterpoint to Gordon’s more haute restos. Its charms are not unlike those of the Wolseley, with dramatic interiors effortlessly mating... read more

130 Wood St., London EC2V 6DL
+44 20 7600 9624

Jewel St. Paul's

Gilded mirrors, chandeliers, and plush neo-Edwardian chairs in the 180-capacity main bar. A third venue of the Jewel empire, with existing outposts in Covent Garden and Piccadilly. This l... read more

52 Chiswell St., London EC1Y 4SD
+44 20-7374-2988

Montcalm London City at the Brewery

The plushest ale factory you'll ever sleep in, thanks to an ace cosmetic surgery job on the Whitbread & Co. Brewery. This heritage-listed building is five-minute black cab ride from City Airpor... read more

20 New Change Passage , London EC4M 9AG
+44-203-0058555

Barbecoa

Vegetarians, avert your eyes. Jamie Oliver and Adam Lang's new venture is a haven for lovers of charcoal-cooked flesh. Cooked in Japanese robata grills and tandoor ovens, dishes like chipotle ... read more

16 Leadenhall Market, London EC3V 1LR

Hotel Chocolat

Blimey! If chocolate is the food of love then all lovers should check in at this upscale sweet shop. Toast your romance with the exquisite Champagne Truffles and try the mouthwatering Chili Praline... read more

One New Change, London EC4M 9AF

Bea's of Bloomsbury

The teapot-shaped chandeliers that hang from the ceiling of this boutique pâtisserie create a laidback atmosphere that is reflected in the delicate taste of its famous cupcakes. With their li... read more

One New Change, London EC4M 9AF

One New Change

Located alongside old St Paul’s, London’s newest shopping mall tries to appeal to city workers and visitors alike. The Jean Nouvel-designed space boasts sleek, reflective surfaces and s... read more

1 Mark La., London EC3R 7AA
+44-207-482-3867

Proud Cabaret

Down two flights of stairs past dry ice, choose from a cabaret club, live music space, or supper club. Insiders opt for the supper club (the city's only dinner theatre) if you want the best stage v... read more

85 Fleet St., London EC4Y 1AE
+44 -207-583- 8385

Lutyens

Terence Conran has done it again with hip new French inspired eatery. You may miss surprise factor, just about as Conranesque as they get, but quality of ingredients and superior level of service ... read more

St Paul's Churchyard , London EC4M 8 AD
+44- 207-248-2469

The Restaurant at St Paul's Cathedral

Interesting if potentially spooky new underground dining experience for brave souls who don't mind eating near Duke of Wellington's final resting place. Rather nice vaulted split-level room in cry... read more

6-7 West Smithfield , London EC1A 9JX
+44 -207-778-9278

Pure Groove Records

If your iPod needs motivation and you want to experience some fresh tunes and sample some London gigs, head over to Pure Groove swanky record shop. One of capital city's best-loved independent r... read more

95-97 High Holborn, London WC1V 6LF
+44-207-242-4580

Villandry Kitchen

If you have not yet tried fresh crusty bread and pastries from Villandry on Great Portland Street, no need to trek over there... new sister restaurant Villandry kitchen combines all signature baker... read more

Gutter Lane , London EC2V 7AD
+44-207-726-5010

Manicomio

From Chelsea to the heart of the city of London, bouncing off success of Manicomio mothership in King's Road, Manicomio Gutter Lane is a sleek new gem to be enjoyed. Sensory experience starts with ... read more

5 Throgmorton St. , London EC2N 2AD
+44-207-638 -6325

Le Relais de Venise

First relais in Marylebone passed the concept test with flying French colours which stands this new city branch in good food stead. Can you imagine more arrogant restaurant that offers it's cu... read more

40 Liverpool St., London EC2M 7QN
+44-20-7961-1234

Andaz Liverpool Street

Walk in, greet your host (there's no front desk), then pick a loaner iPod by the archetype that suits you, including banker, lawyer, fashion designer, and the Madonna-heavy "hairdresser" edition. S... read more

10 Devonshire Sq. , London EC2M 4YP
+44-207-929-5533

Kenza

Snug, beaded alcoves. Hot and cold mezze. A post-banking City crowd gathers here after 9 pm, when the lights dim, the drinks flow, and the belly dancers start to gyrate. Good for group pl... read more

61-63 Charterhouse St. , London EC1m 6AH
+44-207-608-0851

Le Comptoir Gascon

Another delicious sibling of Club Gascon, in same sud-ouest french food vein. South-western dishes have never tasted so authentic or been so originally delivered. Imagine little food boutique facin... read more

Stoney St., London SE1 1TL
+44-207-940-1300

Roast

You’d expect a restaurant that’s right in the middle of Borough Market, every London foodie’s favourite, to make good use of fresh ingredients, but Roast still manages to surprise... read more

87-135 Brompton Rd., London SW1X 7XL
+44-207-7301234

Escada Shop

A worldwide leading luxury brand for elegant women, condensed into an appropriately elegant store. Everything from skinny suits to colorful cruisewear possess a modern look while remaining uncompro... read more

1 Ely Ct., London EC1N 6SJ
+44-207-405-4751

Ye Olde Mitre

It would be easy to describe this hard-to-find Holborn gem as a traditional English pub, but that label only works if your idea of a hostelry on this island is taken from The Canterbury Tales. It&r... read more