Restaurants and Pubs in London
Start planning where you're going to eat out in London with this collection of recommended restaurants and pubs.
Best Fish and Chips in London
Fish and Chips is a fantastic English dish but if you are only going to try it once you want to try the best. So, it's been hard, but I've been to loads of fish and chip shops in London to sample their chips and have chosen the list below as the best in town.
Fish and Chips is a fantastic English dish but if you are only going to try it once you want to try the best. So, it's been hard, but I've been to loads of fish and chip shops in London to sample their chips and have chosen the list below as the best in town.
Top 10 Romantic London Restaurants
London has some extremely romantic restaurants that can make that first date / Valentine's Day / birthday really special. These restaurants have been chosen as they all have something that makes them stand out. (Listed in alphabetical order.)
London has some extremely romantic restaurants that can make that first date / Valentine's Day / birthday really special. These restaurants have been chosen as they all have something that makes them stand out. (Listed in alphabetical order.)
Top 10 Vegetarian Restaurants in London
There are many great vegetarian restaurants in London but here are ten of the best for you to try.
There are many great vegetarian restaurants in London but here are ten of the best for you to try.
Top Irish Pubs in London
There are many Irish pubs in London so how do you choose a good one? The Irish pubs in London listed here are recommended for their ambience, as well as their Guinness!
There are many Irish pubs in London so how do you choose a good one? The Irish pubs in London listed here are recommended for their ambience, as well as their Guinness!
Absolut Ice Bar London
Absolut Ice Bar London is the first permanent icebar in the UK - the walls, bar, tables, and even your own personal glass with a vodka cocktail are made out of the purest ice. It is kept at minus 5 degrees all year round with everything inside made out of crystal-clear ice from the Torne River in Sweden.
Absolut Ice Bar London is the first permanent icebar in the UK - the walls, bar, tables, and even your own personal glass with a vodka cocktail are made out of the purest ice. It is kept at minus 5 degrees all year round with everything inside made out of crystal-clear ice from the Torne River in Sweden.
Amaya Indian Restaurant
Amaya restaurant is the India Bar & Grill created by the owners of the renowned Chutney Mary and Veeraswamy. Head Chef Karunesh Khanna is one of a tiny number of Indian chefs to have won a Michelin star.
Amaya restaurant is the India Bar & Grill created by the owners of the renowned Chutney Mary and Veeraswamy. Head Chef Karunesh Khanna is one of a tiny number of Indian chefs to have won a Michelin star.
All Bar One
All Bar One is a chain of stylish, cosmopolitan bars aimed at people who enjoy great drinks and food in a contemporary environment.
All Bar One is a chain of stylish, cosmopolitan bars aimed at people who enjoy great drinks and food in a contemporary environment.
Andrew Edmunds
Andrew Edmunds is located in a townhouse in Soho. The dining rooms are quite small and the cosy, rustic tables are quite close but that adds the intimate atmosphere in this candle-lit restaurant. Great for a romantic evening.
Andrew Edmunds is located in a townhouse in Soho. The dining rooms are quite small and the cosy, rustic tables are quite close but that adds the intimate atmosphere in this candle-lit restaurant. Great for a romantic evening.
Archipelago Restaurant
Archipelago Restaurant at 110 Whitfield Street, London W1T 5ED offers global cuisine in a setting of golden buddhas, dwarf palm trees, and giant peacock feathers. The menu can include such rare delights as bugs, crickets, locusts, crocodile, kangaroo, wildebeest, and peacock.
Archipelago Restaurant at 110 Whitfield Street, London W1T 5ED offers global cuisine in a setting of golden buddhas, dwarf palm trees, and giant peacock feathers. The menu can include such rare delights as bugs, crickets, locusts, crocodile, kangaroo, wildebeest, and peacock.
Bar Kick
Bar Kick is a table football bar in Shoreditch, London, E1. As well as table football, it has 3 menus: Sandwich, Mains, and Side Dishes, and it's mostly organic ingredients.
Bar Kick is a table football bar in Shoreditch, London, E1. As well as table football, it has 3 menus: Sandwich, Mains, and Side Dishes, and it's mostly organic ingredients.
Beatles Coffee Shop
The Beatles Coffee Shop is located at St. John's Wood underground station, the stop you need to see the famous Abbey Road pedestrian crossing, made famous by the Beatles album cover.
The Beatles Coffee Shop is located at St. John's Wood underground station, the stop you need to see the famous Abbey Road pedestrian crossing, made famous by the Beatles album cover.
Blakes
One of London's most romantic dining rooms, Blake's decor is dark and opulent (designed by owner Anouska Hempel) with black walls, lots of distressed leather, bamboo, luxurious cushions, and Thai artifacts. The cuisine is a fusion of East meets West and presentation is important.
One of London's most romantic dining rooms, Blake's decor is dark and opulent (designed by owner Anouska Hempel) with black walls, lots of distressed leather, bamboo, luxurious cushions, and Thai artifacts. The cuisine is a fusion of East meets West and presentation is important.
Blue Elephant
Opened in 1986, the Blue Elephant is a unique setting. You enter a lush tropical jungle and cross wooden footbridges over a pond with real fish to reach your table. The cuisine is authentic Thai.
Opened in 1986, the Blue Elephant is a unique setting. You enter a lush tropical jungle and cross wooden footbridges over a pond with real fish to reach your table. The cuisine is authentic Thai.
Cafe Kick
Cafe Kick is a table football bar in Exmouth Market, London, EC1. As well as table football, it offers wine, cocktails, and an extensive beer list.
Cafe Kick is a table football bar in Exmouth Market, London, EC1. As well as table football, it offers wine, cocktails, and an extensive beer list.
Charles Dickens Coffee House
The Charles Dickens Coffee House in London's Covent Garden is on the ground floor of the building that was the office of "All The Year Round", the popular magazine by Dickens, in 1859-70.
The Charles Dickens Coffee House in London's Covent Garden is on the ground floor of the building that was the office of "All The Year Round", the popular magazine by Dickens, in 1859-70.
Criterion Brasserie
The Criterion Brasserie is part of the Marco Pierre White group (the first UK chef to earn three Michelin stars) and serves French cuisine with Mediterranean influences in London's Piccadilly Circus. Good for pre and post theater dining, as well as special occasions.
The Criterion Brasserie is part of the Marco Pierre White group (the first UK chef to earn three Michelin stars) and serves French cuisine with Mediterranean influences in London's Piccadilly Circus. Good for pre and post theater dining, as well as special occasions.
Feng Shang Floating Chinese Restaurant
The Feng Shang was built back in the 1980s and was the first floating restaurant in London. It is a popular location and a beautiful setting, near London Zoo. It has undergone refurbishment and is has improved all-round, including the menu which now has a Japanese section.
The Feng Shang was built back in the 1980s and was the first floating restaurant in London. It is a popular location and a beautiful setting, near London Zoo. It has undergone refurbishment and is has improved all-round, including the menu which now has a Japanese section.
Galvins at Windows
Galvins at Windows is on the 28th floor of the Park Lane Hilton Hotel in London. It has a glamorous 1930's interior and serves modern French cuisine. It offers some stunning views of London including the gardens of Buckingham Palace.
Galvins at Windows is on the 28th floor of the Park Lane Hilton Hotel in London. It has a glamorous 1930's interior and serves modern French cuisine. It offers some stunning views of London including the gardens of Buckingham Palace.
The Garrison Public House
The Garrison Public House is on Bermondsey Street, near London Bridge and serves British cuisine. It is near to the Fashion and Textile Museum.
The Garrison Public House is on Bermondsey Street, near London Bridge and serves British cuisine. It is near to the Fashion and Textile Museum.
Gordon Ramsey at Royal Hospital Road
First opened in 1998, Restaurant Gorden Ramsey in Chelsea now has three Michelin Stars – an honor held by only two other UK restaurants. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay at Royal Hospital Road was named amongst the five best restaurants in the world by a poll run by Restaurant Magazine.
First opened in 1998, Restaurant Gorden Ramsey in Chelsea now has three Michelin Stars – an honor held by only two other UK restaurants. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay at Royal Hospital Road was named amongst the five best restaurants in the world by a poll run by Restaurant Magazine.
Inn the Park
Inn the Park is the contemporary British Restaurant, Bar, and Café located inside St James's Park, London.
Inn the Park is the contemporary British Restaurant, Bar, and Café located inside St James's Park, London.
J. Sheekey Fish Restaurant
J. Sheekey opened in 1896 and was originally a small oyster bar. Its popularity grew in the 50s and 60s and it is now a superb London fish restaurant. Its theaterland location makes it a place to be seen by many glamorous visitors and locals.
J. Sheekey opened in 1896 and was originally a small oyster bar. Its popularity grew in the 50s and 60s and it is now a superb London fish restaurant. Its theaterland location makes it a place to be seen by many glamorous visitors and locals.
La Bouchee
La Bouchee offers French bistro cuisine and is always popular so do book ahead. They serve French classics such as escargots, onion soup, and steak bearnaise. You'll find this candle-lit restaurant packed in the evening with romantic couples sharing dishes. Great for special occasions.
La Bouchee offers French bistro cuisine and is always popular so do book ahead. They serve French classics such as escargots, onion soup, and steak bearnaise. You'll find this candle-lit restaurant packed in the evening with romantic couples sharing dishes. Great for special occasions.
Le Gavroche
Le Gavroche has never been cheap but it has always offered authentic French cuisine. It is considered an extremely romantic venue.
Le Gavroche has never been cheap but it has always offered authentic French cuisine. It is considered an extremely romantic venue.
Le Pont De La Tour
Le Pont De La Tour is a Conran restaurant offering Anglo-French cuisine. Its location is superb as it is close to Tower Bridge and has a terrace overlooking the River Thames for outdoor dining.
Le Pont De La Tour is a Conran restaurant offering Anglo-French cuisine. Its location is superb as it is close to Tower Bridge and has a terrace overlooking the River Thames for outdoor dining.
Pomegranates
Proprietor Patrick Gwynn-Jones has run Pomegranates since 1974 and I don't think he's decorated since then. Don't be put off as this adds to the charm of this basement restaurant.
Proprietor Patrick Gwynn-Jones has run Pomegranates since 1974 and I don't think he's decorated since then. Don't be put off as this adds to the charm of this basement restaurant.
Prospect of Whitby - London's Oldest Riverside Pub
The Prospect of Whitby is London's oldest riverside pub and dates back to 1520, according to a sign outside the building.
The Prospect of Whitby is London's oldest riverside pub and dates back to 1520, according to a sign outside the building.
The Quality Chop House
The Quality Chop House was established in 1870 and has that welcoming atmosphere associated with working class eateries. The restaurant was refurbished in the 1980s but still retains much of the original Victorian decor. Located in Farringdon, EC1, The Quality Chop House has a reputation for serving quality British cuisine.
The Quality Chop House was established in 1870 and has that welcoming atmosphere associated with working class eateries. The restaurant was refurbished in the 1980s but still retains much of the original Victorian decor. Located in Farringdon, EC1, The Quality Chop House has a reputation for serving quality British cuisine.
Rhodes 24 Restaurant
Rhodes 24 is the Gary Rhodes restaurant on the 24th floor of Tower 42 - the tallest building in the City of London.
Rhodes 24 is the Gary Rhodes restaurant on the 24th floor of Tower 42 - the tallest building in the City of London.
Roof Garden at Rockwell at the Trafalgar Hilton Hotel London
The Roof Garden at Rockwell at the Trafalgar Square Hilton Hotel overlooks Trafalgar Square in London. It offers magnificent views of Trafalgar Square, Westminster, the London Eye, and beyond.
The Roof Garden at Rockwell at the Trafalgar Square Hilton Hotel overlooks Trafalgar Square in London. It offers magnificent views of Trafalgar Square, Westminster, the London Eye, and beyond.
Rules - London's Oldest Restaurant
Rules is the oldest restaurant in London. Established in 1798 by Thomas Rules, the restaurant specializes in traditional British food such as game, oysters, pies, and puddings. Rules actually owns a game reserve in the north of England giving them access to quality game birds (pheasant, patridge, etc), roe deer, and Belted Galloway beef.
Rules is the oldest restaurant in London. Established in 1798 by Thomas Rules, the restaurant specializes in traditional British food such as game, oysters, pies, and puddings. Rules actually owns a game reserve in the north of England giving them access to quality game birds (pheasant, patridge, etc), roe deer, and Belted Galloway beef.
South London Pacific - Tiki Cocktail Bar & Club
The South Pacific Bar at 340 Kennington Road, London, SE11 4LD is a Tiki Cocktail Bar and Club serving delicious cocktails and spicy food in a South Pacific island-themed lounge bar.
The South Pacific Bar at 340 Kennington Road, London, SE11 4LD is a Tiki Cocktail Bar and Club serving delicious cocktails and spicy food in a South Pacific island-themed lounge bar.
Tea
Tea is a modern tea shop next to St. Paul's Cathedral, London.
Tea is a modern tea shop next to St. Paul's Cathedral, London.
Tea Palace
Tea Palace is a modern European restaurant with a wide variety of tea available in a calm and luxurious setting in fashionable Notting Hill.
Tea Palace is a modern European restaurant with a wide variety of tea available in a calm and luxurious setting in fashionable Notting Hill.
The Troubadour
The Troubadour in west London is a restaurant, cafe, and even a deli with music, comedy and even magic going on its downstairs club. Fast becoming a place to be seen.
The Troubadour in west London is a restaurant, cafe, and even a deli with music, comedy and even magic going on its downstairs club. Fast becoming a place to be seen.
Vertigo 42
Vertigo 42 is the champagne bar at the top of Tower 42, the tallest building in the City of London.
Vertigo 42 is the champagne bar at the top of Tower 42, the tallest building in the City of London.
Wapping Project
The Wapping Project is a restaurant and arts center in a disused hydraulic power station.
The Wapping Project is a restaurant and arts center in a disused hydraulic power station.
Wong Kei - Chinese Restaurant
Wong Kei in London's Chinatown is popular with locals and visitors but yet is considered the rudest restaurant in London.
Wong Kei in London's Chinatown is popular with locals and visitors but yet is considered the rudest restaurant in London.
Harden's London Restaurants Book & Web Site Review
Harden's produces an annual guidebook to London restaurants which has been in print for over 15 years and its annual survey of London's restaurants is probably the largest survey of its kind. Both it's book and web site have search facilities by area, price, and cuisine.
Harden's produces an annual guidebook to London restaurants which has been in print for over 15 years and its annual survey of London's restaurants is probably the largest survey of its kind. Both it's book and web site have search facilities by area, price, and cuisine.
Brick Lane Curry Houses
Brick Lane in east London, locally known as 'Banglatown', is the best place to go for a curry-in-a-hurry.
Brick Lane in east London, locally known as 'Banglatown', is the best place to go for a curry-in-a-hurry.
Cheap Eats at Borough Market
Borough Market is a great place to graze on gourmet goodies while taking pictures and people watching. There are plenty of interesting packaged foods and bottled sauces to take home. But the real pleasure of Borough is just walking around, taking in the market scene.
Borough Market is a great place to graze on gourmet goodies while taking pictures and people watching. There are plenty of interesting packaged foods and bottled sauces to take home. But the real pleasure of Borough is just walking around, taking in the market scene.
Square Meal
Square Meal is London's leading independent online and printed restaurant guide. You can search by postcode, tube station, or nearest landmark, making it simple to find restaurants, bars, and venues.
Square Meal is London's leading independent online and printed restaurant guide. You can search by postcode, tube station, or nearest landmark, making it simple to find restaurants, bars, and venues.
Top Table - Restaurant Bookings
Online restaurant booking service with a very good search facility, by area, price range, ambience, or cuisine. After you've enjoyed a meal at a recommended restaurant, why not post a quick review to inform other diners? This is a very helpful feature as it comes from real 'users'.
Online restaurant booking service with a very good search facility, by area, price range, ambience, or cuisine. After you've enjoyed a meal at a recommended restaurant, why not post a quick review to inform other diners? This is a very helpful feature as it comes from real 'users'.
Beer In The Evening - Pub Guide
An amazing search facility and full of reviews from members of the public to help you get some honest opinions.
An amazing search facility and full of reviews from members of the public to help you get some honest opinions.
London Tourist Board Eating Out Guide
With over 6,000 restaurants in London, all tastes and budgets are catered for. This diverse city has a truly international flavour and is a paradise for food lovers. The majority of the restaurants listed on this site can be booked online, saving you time and effort.
With over 6,000 restaurants in London, all tastes and budgets are catered for. This diverse city has a truly international flavour and is a paradise for food lovers. The majority of the restaurants listed on this site can be booked online, saving you time and effort.
Guttereats - Sandwich Bars
Guttereats lets you know about the best places to grab lunch on the run. There are reviews of sandwich bars and cafes offering lunchtime food and you can search by area.
Guttereats lets you know about the best places to grab lunch on the run. There are reviews of sandwich bars and cafes offering lunchtime food and you can search by area.
The Definitive Guide to Eating in London
Lets you deliver your personal verdicts with fresh updates every day. Restaurant search facility and grouped listings.
Lets you deliver your personal verdicts with fresh updates every day. Restaurant search facility and grouped listings.
Fancy A Pint?
Fancyapint? is about how all the different aspects of the pub experience work together: great beer, a nice location, good food, or lively clientele. You'll get an honest insight and an impartial guide to having a drink in London.
Fancyapint? is about how all the different aspects of the pub experience work together: great beer, a nice location, good food, or lively clientele. You'll get an honest insight and an impartial guide to having a drink in London.
The Earl of Bradford's London Restaurant Guide
As a former President of the Master Chefs of Great Britain and a Committee Member of the Restaurant Association, Richard, the Earl of Bradford, has accumulated an enormous amount of knowledge on which restaurants you can trust to give you honest, value for money meals, and which ones try to rip you off.
As a former President of the Master Chefs of Great Britain and a Committee Member of the Restaurant Association, Richard, the Earl of Bradford, has accumulated an enormous amount of knowledge on which restaurants you can trust to give you honest, value for money meals, and which ones try to rip you off.