Restaurant – Articles about London

A recent study by TripAdvisor to find the most beautiful views in the world saw the sky-high restaurant Aqua Shard placed as runner-up to Mama's Fish House in Hawaii. Which we think is totally fair since Mama's Fish House overlooks the dazzling Pacific. Located 31 floors up The Shard, London's tall...

West Hampstead might be a residential area but that certainly doesn't mean that it's lacking in fantastic restaurants. If you live in the area or you're just visiting, there are lots of exciting places to go to if you get hungry. If you're craving Asian street eats, seafood, or classic British cooki...

We're all well aware that times are tough financially right now but that doesn't mean you have to lose out on a delicious meal and classic cocktails. Pasta favourites Padella are launching £2 Negroni Nights at their Shoreditch location so you can enjoy a tempting cocktail with some tasty food withou...

Leyton and Leytonstone are diverse, up-and-coming areas in East London, and it's no surprise that they're home to some of the tastiest food in the city. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty pub meal, a romantic Italian dinner, or something else entirely, you're sure to find something to love arou...

It started with Le Cube Robuchon, Le Deli Robuchon's Minecraftian pastry taking over social media like it had been sent by the Borg. A new player is about to come to town, however – The Butter Club. The Butter Club – or TBC if you're short on characters – comes from a pair of Amsterdam-based chefs a...

London is a city with a diverse range of restaurants, from Michelin-starred fine dining to streetfood stalls. But if you're looking for cheap eats, there are plenty of those too. In this guide, we'll focus on restaurants in the South Bank and Waterloo areas, which are both popular tourist destinatio...

A fairly well-known writer going by the name of William Shakespeare once said something along the lines of, 'if food be the food of love, munch on', and that's precisely what we plan to do this Valentine's Day. With London's seemingly never-ending options for amorous encounters, finding the perfect...

Harrods already has a range of fantastic eateries on-site and soon it's getting another. The famous department store is now partnering with renowned Japanese chef Masayoshi 'Masa' Takayama to open Masa inside the building. This follows a number of collaborations with top chefs, most recently opening...

If we had it our way, we'd be eating pancakes for breakfast, lunch and dinner every single day. Classic with lemon and sugar, fluffy buttermilk American-style or French-style crêpes, we're not really fussy. Lucky for Londoners, there are heaps of flippin' great places to get your fill of panca...

Victoria is a bustling area with a variety of dining options to suit every taste and budget. Whether you're a local or a visitor, you'll find plenty of delicious and affordable options to choose from. In this guide, we've compiled a list of some of the best cheap eats in Victoria, offering a range o...

Honest Burgers have brought back their delicious Guinness burger to celebrate the start of the Guinness Six Nations. It’s jam-packed with crispy onions, a beef patty, pickles, rocket, candied bacon and topped with melted Guinness fondue cheese and chive gravy. The burger is made with pints of...

Oxford Street may be known primarily for its shopping opportunities, but if you know where to look, it's also home to some of the city's top dining spots. You're probably not going to find the best restaurants on Oxford Street itself, but if you venture down side streets and back roads, you'll find...

Sure, you’ve heard about bottomless brunch but have you ever considered bottomless dinner? On weekdays or when you’re more in the mood to finish your day with endless drinks than start with them, an all-you-can-drink meal is just what you’re looking for. In London you can take your...

Despite being comparatively small in size, Paddington is rich in outstanding culinary options. With so many choices, it can be difficult to know where to start. Our guide to the best restaurants in Paddington will introduce you to dining in the area, covering a range of cuisines, atmospheres, and bu...

Afternoon tea is a great British tradition first introduced in England in 1849 by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford, who enjoyed afternoon tea to curb her appetite as dinner was usually served late in her household. Since we Londoners love to get boozy, we took this quintessential English custom...

Welcome to our guide to the best brunch in Richmond. From cosy cafés to upscale restaurants, this vibrant borough has something for everyone, and hordes of Londoners converge here every weekend to indulge in their favourite morning meal. Whether you're in the mood for a classic full English o...

Bottomless brunch is a Londoner’s favourite weekend pastime, and luckily for them, many restaurants offer countless boozy brunch deals that are perfect for letting your hair down with your BFFs. Whether you fancy buttermilk pancakes, classic avo on toast or something a little more adventurous...

Omni is a modern plant-based restaurant that serves seasonal sharing plates in a cosy and intimate space on the corner of Rye Lane in Peckham. All of their vegetables are sourced from premium, local suppliers, with dishes crafted using flavours and inspirations from around the world. They also have...

One of London’s favourite local pizza shops (and one of Macauley Culkin’s favourites too) is now set to reach even more of the capital’s pizza fans. Yard Sale Pizza has announced that in March they’ll be opening a 10th restaurant, to be located in Tottenham. Although the awa...

A steakhouse might not be the obvious place to take your vegan pals for a meal but culinary legend Marco Pierre White is about to change that. The highly-respected chef has now launched a 'revolutionary' new vegan menu at his Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill eatery, which has a London l...

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, right? But a classic full English is more like a way of life for us Brits. The full English breakfast dates back to the 1300s when it was deemed a luxury enjoyed by only the wealthiest folk and is one of the oldest traditional dishes in Engli...

As is fast becoming tradition, House of Holi, the paint-splattering celebration of the Hindu festival of love, is returning to the award-winning Cinnamon Kitchen in the City for the sixth year in a row. Holi is an ancient Hindu festival that paints the town red, blue, yellow and all the other colour...

Afternoon tea is an English tradition so it only makes sense that everyone should be able to enjoy it. If you’re a vegan foodie, there are venues across London offering plant-based afternoon teas that are every bit as tempting as the traditional version. Get ready to indulge in tasty savouries...

The popular London-based group, whose restaurants are a homage to the city's 17th century chophouses, is expanding to the riverside area with Blacklock Canary Wharf, its biggest venue to date. The brand-new venue, Blacklock's fifth in the capital, is taking up residence in a warehouse beneath railwa...

The annual Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs list is out and it's a doozy, with a new top pub in the country and no fewer than eight of London's finest making it in, including one in the Top 10. In order to build the Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs list, hundreds of the nation's top foodies and hospit...

Popular ceviche specialists Crudo Cevicheria are coming back to Fitzrovia, opening the doors to their new location in Foley Street on 30 January.  In addition to the returning Fitzrovia location, the Crudo Cevicherias can be found in Islington and Hackney, offering their take on ceviche, a raw...

The masterminds behind the award-winning Opium Cocktail & Dim Sum Parlour are bringing another Asian-inspired bar to the city's thriving cocktail scene. The new bar, Lucy Wong, by The Breakfast Group, is set to open in late February and is an ode to 1950s Hong Kong and co-founder Eric Yu's fond...

You deserve to have some fun at the weekend and what could possibly be a more lively way to get started than bottomless brunch? Tuck into some tasty food, sip away to your heart's content, and enjoy some laughs with your crew. Central London has plenty of bottomless brunches going on, whether you're...

Clapham is a microcosm of what makes London so exciting, home to a 200-acre common, an abundance of shops and excellent restaurants, cafés, and pubs. There’s an authentic community vibe in Clapham that sets it apart from every other district in the city. With this comes many incredible...

Despite being home to one of London's best free sights – Richmond Park – Richmond as a whole isn't exactly low-cost, with the upmarket neighbourhood a favourite among those with money to spend. Nonetheless, you can still find decent cheap eats and affordable restaurants here, and our guide tells you...

Beloved neighbourhood dining group Megan's has announced the opening of its 19th (!) location at the end of January. In the vicinity of the beautiful Richmond riverside, Megan's at the Old Town Hall will be serving brunch, lunch, dinner and more to the local community. Since first launching more tha...

King's House is a cosy pub in Chelsea, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the main road. It consists of a main ground floor bar, a restaurant and a secret garden filled with trees, plants and herbs, covered by pergolas and heaters for cooler days. To celebrate the launch of their brand new fo...

Indian restaurant Dishoom is a bit of an icon in London. Starting out in Covent Garden, the group now has six restaurants around the city and if you walk past one at dinner time you’ll likely see a long queue snaking out of the door. It’s not just London foodies who have benefited from t...

Chef Eran Tibi, who honed his skills at Le Cordon Bleu and in Yotam Ottolenghi's restaurants, then further proved his mettle with his Southwark restaurant Bala Baya, is expanding to Soho with his new opening Kapara. The restaurant is billed as Bala Baya's naughtier sister, and judging by the social...

London definitely isn't short of brilliant brunch spots to get your brekky fix, but sometimes regular brunch just doesn't cut the mustard. From time to time, it's fun to indulge and opt for bottomless, where free-flowing bubbles and endless plates of mouthwatering food never seem to stop coming. Fro...

It feels like yesterday that we started getting excited about Big Mamma's new venture into West London, but we needn't wait any longer. The four-storey “pleasure palace” is opening this week in Kensington and we're right to expect big things. The tasty trio of restaurants - Ave Mario, Gl...

The weekend is for relaxing and what could be more relaxing than kicking back and enjoying some delicious food, drinks, and laughs? If that sounds like your idea of a good time, checking out a bottomless brunch might be the perfect activity. If you’re based in Brixton, there are a number of li...

When the weekend rolls around it’s time to let your hair down, and who says you have to wait until the evening for the party to begin? If you’re ready for tasty food, free-flowing drinks, and a fun atmosphere, bottomless brunch is the ideal solution. There’s no shortage of options...

Eating out is fun and all but if you ever find yourself craving something more, top Taiwanese restaurant group Bao are releasing something you’re going to love. Already a favourite in London for their pillowy and authentic bao buns, Bao are releasing a new app to coincide with the new lunar ye...

The father-and-son team behind Baggio Burger has put in the time on London's pop-up, takeaway and delivery circuit, making a name for itself with juicy Italian-inspired burgers and outrageous specials such as the Babbo Natale burger with a mini panettone as the bun. Having already tested the waters...

If you're a foodie looking for exciting dining options and cheap eats, Clapham is a great place to be. You'll find a huge range of eateries, bars, and pubs in the local area, and you won't need to dip into your overdraft just to treat yourself to a nice meal. There are various affordable restaurants...

Burns Night falls on 25th January, and although you might think you have to go to Scotland to celebrate properly, cosmopolitan London has got you covered too. The event celebrates the birthday of Robert (or Rabbie) Burns, the national poet of Scotland who was born in 1759. He might not be the Mr Bur...

Chinese New Year follows the moon's cycle, which means it falls every year on a different day. In 2025, it starts on 28 January and runs for seven days, with the first day being the most important. It's the Year of the Snake, symbolising introspection, intuition, and adaptability. Chinese New Year i...

Greenwich is an area rich in nature, culture and heritage, famed for its sprawling park and storied maritime history, and easy to reach from the city centre. It also has its fair share of affordable restaurants and cheap eats, serving a range of cuisines, from Korean and British to Vietnamese and mo...

If you're spending the day or night in Brixton and you start to get hungry, you'll find a huge range of cheap eats to choose from. The food scene has really grown around here, and you won't have to miss out if you're on a budget. You can find a whole host of affordable cuisines in this area, giving...

Islington is an area of London famed for its eclectic variety of incredible restaurants, bars and cafés, with Upper Street acting as the borough's bloodline. There's a restaurant for every kind of mood, from the salad-lined windows of Ottolenghi and mouthwatering kebabs of Brother Marcus to T...

If you feel like it costs you money every time you step outside in London, don't worry – you're certainly not alone. The city can be expensive, including when it comes to eating out. If you're wondering how you'll ever afford a delicious meal in Central London, you can rest assured that there are pl...

You can certainly have some big nights out in Brixton and brunch is the ideal cure-all for the day after. There are local cafés serving up all-day breakfast dishes, as well as lively venues offering bottomless experiences if you weren’t out the night before. Regardless of what kind of b...

We've all (reluctantly) checked our bank accounts after a night out or a fancy meal, only to be met with a sudden jaw drop. But don't worry; you're not alone. London is expensive, but if you know where to go, you can certainly cut back a little on spending and enjoy more affordable options. If you'r...

Islington doesn't exactly have a reputation for being one of the cheaper London boroughs, but, like most places, if you know where to look you can always nab a bargain, especially when it comes to cheap eats. Most of the places listed in this guide probably won't cut the mustard if you're looking fo...