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Somerset House, Strand, London WC2
+44 20 7420-9408

Fernandez & Wells at Somerset House

The fourth Fernandez and Wells café and eatery is the city's grandest, with seating for 100 and window views from Somerset House's East Wing. Bright, minimalist decór, with hunks of j... read more

74 Welbeck St., London W1G 0BA
+44 20 7224 4239

Meat Liquor

Hit food truck #MEATLiquor lands a diner-style, permanent home beneath a West End car park. Order a sloppy/meaty burger with a side of deep-fried pickles or a bacon-crusted cheese brioche. Neon-bat... read more

13-14 Cork St., London W1S 3NS
+44 (0) 20 7409 1370

Aurelia

Let the juices flow with charcuterie, like venison bresaola, and charcoal-grilled dishes, such as lamb cutlet with eggplant. Two-floor spot with honey-and-linen decór. Fine-art mos... read more

164 Sloane Street, London SW1X 9QB
+44 789.469.8667

Baku

BAKU, the city's first haute Azeri restaurant, heralds the coming together of Cheyne Walk Brasserie impresario Philippe Moreau and L'Etranger chef Kingshuk Dey. The lavish, Czarina-worthy interiors... read more

3 Cromwell Rd. , London SW7 2HR
+44 (0) 20 7590 4630

The Dorsia

In the movie version of American Psycho, protagonist Patrick Bateman can never nab a reservation at fictional Manhattan restaurant Dorsia. This drives him to don a translucent raincoat and pick up ... read more

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

65 Regent St., London W1B 4EA
442-0749-476-00

Senkai

Top-grade fish is well plated, without the pretension of rival Japanese-inspired spots. A modernist sushi counter does you right by katsu, yellowtail tiradito, and even the ric... read more

2 Elystan St., London SW3 3NS
+44-20-7581-9139

The Markham Inn

Off the hook European comfort food from Chef Mark Blatchford. Gets gourmet with veal escalope and fillet of Longhorn beef. Brunch basics, such as the kedgree and poached egg (best wi... read more

45 Park Lane, London W1K 1PN
44-20-7493-4554

Cut at 45 Park Lane

Celeb chef shows off his chops with his first London resto, a French-style steakhouse with American-style service. Expect the usual best cuts of beef from the UK, US, Australia, and New Zealan... read more

264 Brompton Rd., London SW3 2AS
011 44 020 7225 1212

The Collection

A serious pre-and-post-Milennial hotspot, The Collection once drew the likes of Sting and Madonna. But all good things need renewal. And thusly, they’ve retained the name but just flung open ... read more

3 Portman Mews S., London W1H 6HS
+44-20-7408-0101

Roti Chai

Choice subcontinental street food-esque small plates. Think bread-and-tea, chickpea curry, and bhel puri (toasted rice with onions in tamarind). The kulfi, in either pistachio or man... read more

37 Battersea Bridge Rd., London SW11 3BA
44-20-7095-0360

Bunga Bunga

Battersea pizzeria that's cheesy in a good way. The Italian prime minister winks from the side of custom mugs. Chiantishire kitsch dangles from the ceilings, such as motorbike helmets morphed ... read more

69-76 Long Acre, London WC2E 9JS
44-207-240-2125

Machiavelli Kitchen & Dining Room

Small plates served at wood-block communal tables. Sample dish: Orecchiette with tiger prawn, rocket, chilli and saffon. Thankfully un-kitschy Italian decór: Just a few wall tiles with the i... read more

32 Old Compton St., London W1D 4TP
+44 20 7734 5254

Poncho No. 8 - Soho

A chipotle adobe marinade that's hot enough for Eyjafjallajökull. Organic, British-raised chicken, pork, and beef. Specials like ceviche with salmon and white fish. Owners ... 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

10 Wardour St., London W1D 6QF
44-207-758-1088

Spice Market

Like a whistle-stop tour for the taste buds, Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s famous street food draws disparately from the diverse delights of Asian cuisine. Start in India with Pork Vindaloo, ex... read more

66 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7LX
+44-207-201-3833

Dinner by Heston Blumenthal

Like a culinary Doctor Who, Heston Blumenthal takes you on a historical trip back through time with his first London venture. With each meal listed by date, start in 1500 with the mandarin/ chicken... read more

23 Catherine Street, London WX2 5JS
+44-207-836-3680

Opera Tavern

Darling! This upmarket pub's location opposite the Theatre Royal makes it the perfect place to grab a bite before checking out a show. Some larger dishes would be good for those too selfish to... read more

Burlington House Piccadilly, London W1J 0BD
+44-207-300-5608

The Restaurant at the Royal Academy of Arts

With foie gras terrine, rose veal tartar, pig’s cheeks and cauliflower soup on offer, the bar menu at this Peyton and Byrne-run establishment is almost as divisive as some of the contemporary... read more

55 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 2BS
+44-207-240-3904

Kikii Bar and Restaurant

Worth seeking out for its multicultural menu even if it is located on the shabbier side of Charing Cross Road. Drawing on the cuisine of such places as Thailand and India, opt for the fragrant stea... read more

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