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Guide to wow-factor restaurants in London

Due to its sheer size and the variety on offer, London is rightfully regarded as a culinary paradise. But even here, there are restaurants that stand above the rest. Whether it's because of the interior decoration, the presentation of the dishes, the flavour combinations or some other factor, these places leave you with a stunned look on your face and gushing to all your friends about how they absolutely have to go there. Our guide to London's wow-factor restaurants includes a variety of spots: some well-known, some hidden gems, and others you might have heard of but aren't familiar with. Read on to discover more.

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      Sessions Arts Club Sleek and sexy
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      Hutong Upscale Chinese with city views
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      Petersham Nurseries Pleasant garden relaxation
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      The Tent (At the End of the Universe) Dine beneath the stars
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      Core by Clare Smyth Michelin-starred and female-run
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      Gold Premium pub-like vibes
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      Quaglino's Popular with celebs
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      Searcys For special occasions
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      The Ledbury The best of British produce
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      Coya Outrageous South American brunches
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      The Ritz Restaurant A prestigious establishment
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      Tattu Wondrously arranged plates
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      Tíng Unparalleled views
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      Colonel Saab An ode to the owner's childhood
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      Aqua Shard Epic food and epic views
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      Brat Basque-style cooking
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      The Petersham Garden oasis in the city
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      Sketch One of the prettiest restaurants in London
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      Amazónico Immersive rainforest dining
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      Clos Maggiore Romantic oasis by the fire
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      Booking Office 1869 All aboard!
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      Berners Tavern Fine art all around
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      Hélène Darroze Famed Michelin-starred chef's work of art
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      Alain Ducasse The finest French fare
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      Noble Rot Exceptional wining and dining
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      Ikoyi Spiced by sub-Saharan West Africa
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      Hunan A no-menu restaurant
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      Trinity Michelin-starred Clapham spot
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      Dinings SW3 Modern izakaya
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      The Goring Dining Room Premium British dining
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      Seabird Seafood and city views
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      Pied à Terre Long-standing Michelin star
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      City Social One of Jason Athertons

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Sessions Arts Club

Sleek and sexy

Sessions Arts Club has a reputation for being one of the most fashionable restaurants in London, and it's easy to see why. It's located in a Grade II-listed building in Clerkenwell and boasts a bar, restaurant, and events space in a stripped-back, sexy, stylish decor. Although the vibe is what draws people here, the food is also a catch - you can sample their international menu featuring stand-out ingredients like 'nduja, quail, and white asparagus.

Hutong

Upscale Chinese with city views

Hutong is a luxurious Chinese restaurant on the 33rd floor of The Shard. One of the best things about this restaurant is the breathtaking views of London from every table. The menu features upscale Northern Chinese cuisine, featuring dishes like table-carved roast duck and dim sum platters on its à la carte and set menus.

Petersham Nurseries

Pleasant garden relaxation

Petersham Nurseries successfully defy expectations about the impresiveness of garden centres with their Richmond café. You'll quickly forget about central London's concrete jungle while enjoying seasonal delicacies in a cosy garden setting will, and the separately-booked afternoon tea in the glasshouse just might top the list of quintessentially British experiences.

The Tent (At the End of the Universe)

Dine beneath the stars

Chef John Javier, formerly of Noma, Momofuku Seiobo, and Master, originally opened The Tent (at the End of the Universe) as a members-only restaurant. These days, it's open to all, and Javier serves an exquisite menu of contemporary Middle Eastern cuisine in a truly stunning setting reminiscent of a secretive Bedouin tent nestled beneath a faux night sky.

Core by Clare Smyth

Michelin-starred and female-run

Chef Clare Smyth, formerly of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, boasts an impressive list of accolades, including the World's Best Female Chef Award by the World's 50 Best Restaurants in 2018. Since opening in 2017, her Notting Hill restaurant has earned three Michelin stars for its beautifully crafted dishes featuring artisanal, sustainable British produce. The light, elegant decor sets a swish tone, and for an exclusive experience, up to ten guests can book the chef's table.

Gold

Premium pub-like vibes

This neighbourhood restaurant on Portobello Road offers modern European cuisine, utilising seasonal ingredients and specialised cooking techniques such as fire cooking and wood roasting. The menu changes frequently depending on what's in season, but past standout dishes have included roasted cauliflower with spiced yoghurt and braised beef short rib with porcini butter. Cocktails are also served here, and you can expect to be dining in a stylish, plant-filled, ambient space.

Quaglino's

Popular with celebs

Quaglino's is a legendary restaurant founded in 1929 that has made a name for itself within the royal and celebrity worlds. The elegant and grand decor complements the lively atmosphere, usually enhanced by live music. The venue features two bars and private dining options for special occasions. Guests can enjoy a lunch menu, set menu options, and an à la carte menu with sophisticated dishes like dressed Devonshire crab.

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For special occasions

Since The Gherkin is a wow-factor element of London's skyline, it seems fitting to include Searcys in this list, where you can enjoy food and drinks whilst experiencing the view from inside the building. This restaurant and bar is spread across the building's top three floors and offers 360-degree views across the city. So, whether you're planning a special occasion, like an anniversary or birthday, or you simply want to have a memorable meal, Searcys is an excellent option.

The Ledbury

The best of British produce

The Ledbury is a restaurant belonging to the acclaimed Australian chef, Brett Graham. This impressive spot has garnered a whopping three Michelin stars and pays homage to the best produce of the British countryside. Choose from The Ledbury's lunch and dinner tasting menus, which are chock-full of carefully crafted dishes presented in an artistic, creative way.

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Outrageous South American brunches

This immersive restaurant is more than just a place to eat; it's a multisensory experience from head to toe. You can expect lush hanging plants, contemporary art, vibrant colours, and bold textures alongside beautiful specially commissioned murals by contemporary South American artists. As for the food, there's an à la carte menu as well as a set lunch option, but people flock here for their decadent and colourful Peruvian-inspired brunches with music, dancing, and entertainment. Expect tacos, ceviche, salads, and dishes to share, like Wagyu brisket.

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The Ritz Restaurant

A prestigious establishment

The Ritz is one of the most iconic hotels in the world, and it's located in the heart of London. This opulent establishment is perched on Piccadilly Street in a grand building with luxurious suites, rooms, bars and restaurants, including the Ritz Restaurant. This historic and glamorous Michelin-starred venue offers exceptional service with waiters in full morning suits and bright silver trolleys. Executive Chef John Williams MBE has crafted a menu of classic French dishes using the finest local British produce. Plus, the luxurious dining room and terrace overlook the leafy Green Park.

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Tattu

Wondrously arranged plates

Tattu London strives to wow you not just with its venue and location, a Chinese-inspired courtyard house on top of the Now Building, with the view and décor to match. The real ace up its sleeve are the dishes, arranged in clever and wondrous ways that almost make it a shame to sink your teeth in. With their Chinese cuisine combining flavours in new and unexpected ways, the experience as a whole is quite memorable.

Tíng

Unparalleled views

It's pretty clear what makes you stand above the rest (pardon the pun) when you're located in the tallest building in the country. Tíng is part of the Shangri-La Hotel on the 35th floor of the Shard and the highest dining experience in the building, and it takes full advantage of the panoramic views of the city. The stylish eatery offers Asian-inspired dishes to go with the setting.

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An ode to the owner's childhood

Colonel Saab draws inspiration from the travel experiences of owner Roop Choudhary's parents and is adorned with cherished mementoes from his childhood. Walls are hung with plates and other memorabilia alongside ornate rugs and crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling all the way up the stairways. There are even treasured love letters exchanged between his parents. The decor is just as impressive as the food; the menu showcases inventive Indian cuisine, featuring standout dishes such as the Anglo-Indian chicken chop and a highly imaginative cocktail menu to complement the dining experience. Opt for the tasting menu with cocktail pairing to go all out.

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Epic food and epic views

We can't write a wow-factor restaurant guide without including Aqua Shard in it. It's perched atop the 31st floor of The Shard, so you can enjoy a meal with incredible views of the city skyline no matter what seat you end up in. The food here is award-winning British fare that has nailed the contemporary and creative concept, including dishes like venison carpaccio, grilled halibut, and leek and potato ravioli. There is also a range of innovative cocktails to pair alongside your food, or if you're more of an oenophile, there's also an extensive wine list that showcases bottles from around the world, with a more extensive selection of French wines. 

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Basque-style cooking

It's all about smokey dishes cooked on an open fire at Brat, a sophisticated East End restaurant influenced by Basque cooking methods. The menu is chock full of delicious meat and seafood dishes, like mutton offal with sausage and beans and grilled mackerel with soused tomato. It quickly nabbed a Michelin star after opening. There's also an eclectic wine list which includes a monthly focus on a specific wine, offering diners an insight into its provenance.

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The Petersham

Garden oasis in the city

For those who find the journey to Richmond a bit far just to grab a bite, Petersham Nurseries have kindly opened a restaurant in Covent Garden. Walking in, the shift from the everyday bustle of London to the pleasantly relaxing greenery and elegance of The Petersham might be jarring at first, but you soon won't want to leave this haven in the middle of the city.

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One of the prettiest restaurants in London

It can be hard to choose the most impressive part of Sketch, the 18th century townhouse near Oxford Circus that contains four different eye-catching restaurants. You can't go wrong with the Glade though. The enchanted forest setting makes it a mainstay on the lists of the most beautiful restaurants in London. It's primarily a breakfast and lunch venue and a place to enjoy a cocktail in the evening, taking plenty of social media snaps along the way.

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Immersive rainforest dining

Venture deep enough into London's concrete jungle and you might come up on a, well, jungle jungle. The immersive rainforest environment, full of luscious foliage and natural materials, transports you to Latin America. The tropical flavours, charcoal grilled meats and traditional dishes of the Amazon region are spiced up by a unique sushi menu, while the live house band and resident DJs make sure there's plenty of entertainment as well.

Clos Maggiore

Romantic oasis by the fire

You could do worse than sitting beneath cherry blossoms next to a roaring log fireplace if you're trying to take someone's breath away. With a charming conservatory that many consider to be the most romantic dining establishment in London, the intimate Clos Maggiore in Covent Garden is well aware of this. The seasonally changing menu speaks the language of love as well, starting with oysters and running the full gamut of contemporary French-inspired cuisine.

Booking Office 1869

All aboard!

Opening in the uncertain times of late 2021, Booking Office 1869 took a cue from the timelessness of the famed train station it shares an address with. The impressive room is inspired by St Pancras' original ticket office and features palm trees, wood panelling, pendant lights and a lengthy bar for that old-world European charm and international boldness. The menu makes stops all over the world, stuffing its luggage with everything from schnitzel to gnocchi.

Berners Tavern

Fine art all around

Berners Tavern, located in the London EDITION hotel and headed by Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton, might just scratch your fine art itch in addition to sating your hunger. Beneath an elaborate ceiling and chandelier, the sophisticated eatery, hung wall to wall with paintings, offers contemporary British cuisine on its all-day menu.

Hélène Darroze

Famed Michelin-starred chef's work of art

Acclaimed French chef Hélène Darroze's London office at The Connaught hotel is a work of art in itself before you even get to the three-Michelin-starred menu. The elegant dining is all warm wooden hues, pinkish tinges and curved lines, with specially commissioned art by Damien Hirst nestled among them. The intimate dining experience comes courtesy of the personally tailored menu, but booking well ahead is obviously a necessity.

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Alain Ducasse

The finest French fare

Celebrated French chef Alain Ducasse lends his name to The Dorchester's exquisite French fine dining restaurant, with executive chef Jean-Philippe Blondet overseeing the three Michelin-starred cuisine. The opulent Park Lane venue is one of the most prestigious restaurants in the world. Regarding food, you can enjoy à la carte or tasting menus, including a vegetarian option, chock full of the finest French dishes.

Noble Rot

Exceptional wining and dining

Noble Rot is a leading London wine bar and restaurant located in a townhouse on the iconic Lamb's Conduit Street dating back to 1701. The space is sleek and stylish and oozes 'special occasion', but really, what this place is renowned for is its exceptional wine expertise. The staff are effortless vino experts, ready to guide you to the perfect wine to pair with your meal. In the cosy, candlelit dining room, you'll feast on delicious bread and food in a relaxed and refined atmosphere. 

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Spiced by sub-Saharan West Africa

This innovative restaurant in St James's uses carefully sourced spices, particularly from sub-Saharan West Africa, in combination with seasonal, sustainable British produce. Enjoy the culinary artistry that earned chef Jeremy Chan his second Michelin star in 2022 with their thirteen-course dinner tasting menu or the five-course set menu served at lunch.

Hunan

A no-menu restaurant

Unlike most restaurants, this laid-back Chinese restaurant has a no-menu policy – inform your server what you like and dislike and how spicy you want your food, then sit back and let the chefs work their magic. The result is a bespoke 12-18 course meal tailored to your taste – you might receive fried chicken, clams, poached fish, or dumplings. The only way to find out what's in store is to visit and find out for yourself.

Trinity

Michelin-starred Clapham spot

The Michelin-starred neighbourhood restaurant Trinity embodies acclaimed chef Adam Byatt's seasonal and sustainable philosophy. The menu features British and European favourites like Cumbrian lamb and courgette flowers. Guests at this elegant, monochrome restaurant can pair their meals with selections from the extensive wine cellar.

Dinings SW3

Modern izakaya

Dinings SW3 offers a sophisticated, modern take on a Japanese izakaya. The menu is chock full of sushi, sashimi, and innovative dishes that blend European and Japanese cuisine, such as mini steamed burger buns. Daily specials are also available, and the restaurant is renowned for its attentive service.

The Goring Dining Room

Premium British dining

The Goring Dining Room is a swish restaurant that serves British dishes in luxury surroundings, complete with twinkling Swarovski chandeliers. The food is refined and classic, served throughout the day, with the likes of grilled mackerel and honey-glazed guinea fowl on the menu, although it does change. Champagne and wines are served by the glass or bottle.

Seabird

Seafood and city views

Seabird, located on the 14th floor, is a seafood restaurant renowned for having the longest oyster list in London and stunning city views. The restaurant is decorated with tall plants and rattan furniture and features a spacious outdoor terrace with a retractable roof, perfect for rainy days. You can enjoy original cocktails while feasting on the fish-filled menu, which boasts small plates, sharing plates, and a raw bar.

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Long-standing Michelin star

This iconic restaurant on Charlotte Street, Pied à Terre, has held a Michelin star for longer than any other restaurant in the country. It's all about fine food made with the best seasonal ingredients here. Multi-course menus take centre stage, enjoyed in their bright modern dining room or the exclusive private space.

City Social

One of Jason Athertons

City Social is located on the 24th floor and is a venture belonging to the acclaimed chef Jason Atherton. The food has been awarded a Michelin star and is served in an opulent setting with sweeping city views. Dishes are crafted with the best British produce, with grilled food being a particular speciality. The restaurant also offers an intimate chef's table experience and a cocktail bar.

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