London's best Michelin-starred restaurants

Clare Smyth has been named the World’s Best Female Chef Award by the World’s 50 Best Restaurants and, as well as many other awards and accolades, her Notting Hill restaurant has collected three Michelin stars since opening in 2017. She and her team showcase the very best of artisanal British produce in their à la carte menu and tasting menus, served in light, elegant surroundings.

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay's eponymous restaurant was first awarded three Michelin stars in 2001 and has managed to retain them for over two decades. Under the day-to-day command of chef patron Matt Abé, modern French cuisine is served in elegant surroundings with an intimate, private dining-room feel. A choice of à la carte and tasting menus are served at lunch and dinner; for an exclusive, bespoke chef's table experience book The Inspiration Table, for up to four guests.

From the moment you enter the historic listed Mayfair townhouse that houses Sketch's five restaurants you're met by an incredible display of colours and lavish decor. Upstairs in the three-star The Lecture Room & Library, the exuberance spills onto the plate, with ambitious, creative and artfully-presented French dishes bearing the hallmarks of chef Pierre Gagnaire.

French chef Hélène Darroze's London headquarters at The Connaught hotel is a work of art in itself, all warm wood, curved lines and blush hues, with specially commissioned art by artists such as Damien Hirst on the walls. The personally tailored dishes are made using ingredients from French and British producers personally selected by Hélène.

The legendary Alain Ducasse has been awarded a total of 21 Michelin stars over the course of his long and distinguished cooking career. Though executive chef Jean-Philippe Blondet is at the helm, Ducasse's influence is felt in signature dishes such as Rum Baba, alongside fresh new dishes. Service is charming and decor as luxurious as you would expect from a fine-dining restaurant on Park Lane.

Top-notch ingredients are sourced in the UK but culinary influences are an eclectic mix of international flavours at this popular restaurant in the historic Shoreditch Town Hall building. From the open-plan kitchen, chef Isaac McHale and his team produce the ambitious dishes that earned them a second Michelin star in 2022.

Chef Andrew Wong's ambitious Chinese cooking earned the restaurant a second Michelin star in 2021, making it the first two-starred Chinese restaurant in Britain. Start the evening with a signature cocktail in the Forbidden Den bar before being transported on a gastronomic tour of the vibrant regional cuisines of China, all served in atmospheric surroundings. Don't miss the popular dim sum menu at lunchtime.

In 1974, Le Gavroche was the first restaurant in the UK to receive a Michelin star and then, three years later, the first UK restaurant to receive two Michelin stars. Though it lost its third star in 1993 when Michel Roux Jr took over from his uncle, Albert Roux, the restaurant retains its reputation for classic French haute cuisine served in comfortable, intimate surroundings in Mayfair.

Carefully sourced spices, particularly from sub-Saharan West Africa, meet seasonal, sustainable British produce at this innovative restaurant in St James's. Sample the cooking 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. The signature smoked jollof rice is a highlight.

Celebrated chef Heston Blumenthal brings his trademark quirky experimentalism to the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park restaurant in Knightsbridge. Dishes on the à la carte menu are inspired by recipes from historical British cookbooks dating back to the 13th century, and have intriguing names such as Meat Fruit and Salamagundy. Eat outside on the restaurant's delightful Hyde Park Terrace in the summer months.

Not just dinner, a true dining experience. Chef-owner James Knappett and his team present a surprise, no-choice Modern British tasting menu, theatrically served to up to 19 diners seated at the horseshoe-shaped chef's table. Knappett's sourcing skills and attention to detail have earned the Fitzrovia restaurant two Michelin stars. Pair with the restaurant's wine pairing or soft pairing for the complete experience.

Anne-Sophie Pic is the third generation Michelin-star awarded chef/restaurateur in her family. Her family’s restaurant Maison de Pic in Valence originally won three Michelin stars under her grandfather Andre in 1934 and Anne-Sophie is currently the most decorated Michelin-starred female chef in the world, holding eight Michelin stars across her five restaurants. Her City of London outpost showcases her special brand of inventive, elegant modern French cooking with four, six and eight-course set menus.

Da Terra serves experimental surprise tasting menus inspired by head chef Rafael Cagali's Brazilian and Italian roots. Choose from the Short (seven-course) or Long (ten-course) menu and expect colourful, original dishes served in modern surroundings in Bethnal Green's former town hall building

It's fitting that the food served in the iconic Michelin House building in South Kensington is Michelin-starred. Chef Claude Bosi does justice to his surroundings with big, bold French cooking using the finest French and British produce in season. Add wine pairings to one of two tasting menus (there's also an à la carte menu) and enjoy the surroundings - the gorgeous dining room is flooded with natural light and the legendary Michelin man figure is omnipresent, from the butter dishes to the huge stained-glass window.

Hotel Café Royal is home to Alex Dilling's namesake restaurant, which provides a distinctively intimate dining experience. The restaurant's cosy sophistication, with its contemporary interpretation of traditional French gastronomy, offers picturesque views of Regent Street's bend, providing the perfect setting to indulge in the newest addition to Hotel Café Royal's portfolio. The restaurant, with only 34 seats, is the epitome of pure pleasure for culinary enthusiasts, with the chef's signature tasting menus on offer. 

Brett Graham, an Australian chef, is behind The Ledbury, a restaurant that has garnered a strong reputation amongst food enthusiasts and fine dining patrons. The two-Michelin-star restaurant pays tribute to the finest offerings of the British countryside. The Ledbury's lunch and dinner tasting menus feature delectable dishes such as candy beetroot baked in clay with English caviar and smoked and dried eel, or brown sugar tart with stem ginger and ice cream.

There's a lot to love about The River Café. Its delightful riverside location, its status as a breeding ground for beloved chefs such as Jamie Oliver and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and, not least, the rustic Italian cooking that has kept its Michelin star shining bright since 1997. Top-quality ingredients take centre stage on the daily-changing menu and its signature dessert, Chocolate Nemesis, is always a good idea.

Behind was awarded its Michelin star within just 20 days of opening. Located in Hackney, this place has an intimate feel and offers diners a chef's table experience with 18 seats available. Watch the kitchen team prepare seafood-centric tasting menus, with wine pairings on offer as well. There's also a wine bar on-site.

Fine dining restaurant Pied à Terre has held a Michelin star for longer than any other restaurant in the country. This place really celebrates fine food with seasonal menus and special events. Decadent multi-course menus are served, prepared with seasonal produce. Enjoy a meal in the crisp modern dining room or a more exclusive private space.

London's only Michelin-starred pub, The Harwood Arms is a stylish modern take on a traditional, serving excellent British cooking. The emphasis is on top-notch British produce, in particular game and other wild food, and they grow fruit and veg on their rooftop garden. Come by for a pint and a venison Scotch egg, or tuck into an exemplary roast on Sunday, accompanied by a glass of wine from the extensive list that covers all corners of the globe.

Highly-lauded Mexican spot Kol serves bold set menus for lunch and dinner. The vibrant food here uses premium ingredients like caviar and British wagyu beef. This modern restaurant is full of solid shapes, earthy colours, and wood. A chef's table experience is available for an exclusive meal that showcases the kitchen's creativity.

Jason Atherton's Pollen Street Social was awarded its Michelin star within six months of opening back in 2011 and still retains it today. It's a relaxed and social space for contemporary European cuisine, with various menus for diners to choose from. Private dining and a chef's counter experience are also available here.

A restaurant from the Galvin brothers, Galvin La Chapelle has held its Michelin star for over 10 years. It's dedicated to fine French cuisine prepared with seasonal produce and traditional cooking methods. This culinary mainstay is elegant and sophisticated. An impressive wine list is available to complete a meal here.

Endo Kazutoshi, a third-generation sushi master from Yokohama, takes guests on a memorable 20-course omakase dining experience at the top of the former Television Centre in White City. Sit at the stunning curved dining counter made from 200-year-old Hinoki wood and enjoy artfully presented Edomae sushi along with signature cocktails or exclusive sakes.

High-end Cantonese cuisine served in glamorous surroundings. Eat dim sum on the ground floor at lunchtime or head downstairs to the dramatic dining room for a gastronomic journey that merges authentic Cantonese recipes with contemporary influences. Both of the London branches of Hakkasan hold one Michelin star.

This pared-back, whitewashed restaurant next to Smithfield Market spearheaded the nose-to-tail eating movement, bringing back less popular cuts of meat such as ox tongue and pig's cheek. Their signature roast bone marrow and parsley salad is a must-try. Top-notch British produce takes centre stage, although the wine list contains exclusively French reds, whites and sparkling wines.

The UK's oldest Indian restaurant, Veeraswamy opened in 1926 and was finally awarded a Michelin star in 2016. Explore India's more than 16 regional cuisines, with classical and contemporary dishes such as Kerala-style spicy quail with Madras shallots & coconut flakes, and Goan roast duck vindaloo served in lavish, colourful surroundings.

Korean flavours combine with European influences and seasonal ingredients at husband-and-wife team Woongchul Park and Bomee Ki's Southwark restaurant. Sit down to the nine-course tasting menu (a vegetarian version is available if booked in advance) and enjoy beautifully-presented dishes such as daikon tarte tatin, served in the harmonious, minimalist dining room.

La Trompette, part of the same restaurant group as Chez Bruce and The Glasshouse (both of which also hold a Michelin star), has a loyal following of local residents. They come for the consistent cooking, extensive international wine list and attentive service. Carefully-sourced ingredients in season take centre stage on the three-course menu, which changes daily but serves similar dishes at both lunch and dinner.

Shoreditch creatives and foodies alike flock to Lyle's for new-breed British cuisine and a sophisticated wine list served in pared-back surroundings. Menus are based around micro-seasonal ingredients and change daily, with an à la carte menu at lunchtime and a set tasting menu at dinner. Vegetarian and pescetarian options are also available during every service.

If you're lucky enough to bag a seat at Evelyn's Table you'll be rewarded with an intimate and unique meal combining British produce and Japanese techniques with classic French training. Run by head chef James Goodyear and seating only 12 guests at a time, diners sample five courses whilst sitting at the counter with a view over the workings of the kitchen.

Regularly appearing at the top of London's best-of lists, chef Philip Howard's Chelsea restaurant is known not just for its exquisite European fare, but also for its old-fashioned, welcoming hospitality that aims to provide you with an unforgettable, pleasurable experience. In a nature-toned setting, you can enjoy seasonal, ingredient-led dishes off the à la carte menu, or take your time with the Six of the Best tasting menu. Wine pairing with vintages from some of the finest vineyards in the world is available as well. 

Luca is a trendy Italian restaurant founded by The Clove Club team, offering a blend of Italian cuisine with British ingredients. With an elegant bar area and outdoor terrace, Luca caters to a range of diners, serving an express menu for lunch, bar snacks, and classic à la carte or prix fixe menu dishes. Luca also offers tasting and feasting menus for private dining, including a broad wine list of Italian and champagne wines. Luca prides itself on using high-quality seasonal ingredients from both Britain and Italy, resulting in a popular restaurant that received its first Michelin star in 2023.

Cycene is a recently established restaurant situated within the Blue Mountain School, a venue aimed at fostering connections between various practices. Headed by chef Theo Clench, the restaurant has two cosy dining areas and a cocktail bar located on the lower level. The establishment offers a seasonal tasting menu with Asian influences, served on customised porcelain tableware, exclusively for dinner and with limited seating. Cycene was granted its first Michelin star in 2023, less than half a year after opening.

Taku offers an extravagant omakase dining experience to those who appreciate Japanese cuisine and fine dining. The restaurant's concept revolves around leaving the menu choices entirely up to the chef. The upscale establishment serves up to 20 courses of premium ingredients and high-end Japanese delicacies to its patrons. The contemporary restaurant only seats 16 guests at three seating daily, providing an intimate and personalised dining experience every time.

Nestled in the heart of the historic Smithfield Market with a picturesque view of the cloisters of the city's oldest church, Restaurant St. Barts offers delicious tasting menus for both lunch and dinner. Its scrumptious food showcases the finest produce sourced from all over the British Isles. The venue's commitment to sustainability is evident in its decor, which features raw materials such as wood and stone, soft fabrics, and unique handmade ceramic tableware that together create a warm and sophisticated atmosphere.

Victor Garvey's award-winning restaurant in Soho transports diners to the West Coast with its contemporary lunch and dinner tasting menus. The traditional fine dining setting features white tablecloths and vibrant greenery, while the service adds a touch of theatrical flair. Wine pairings, curated by the 2023 Michelin Sommelier Award recipient Tara Ozols, complete the Californian experience.

Paying homage to a distinguished wine variety, Pétrus is a Michelin-starred restaurant owned by Gordon Ramsay that showcases a magnificent glass-encased wine room at its heart, displaying exclusive and costly vintage bottles. The circular dining room offers tasting and à la carte menus, presenting a first-rate dining experience. The restaurant serves contemporary French cuisine, employing the finest British ingredients, with vegetarian options also available. 

Leroy does trendy dining in East London in an effortlessly cool minimalist venue. The curated menus here change frequently – choose from a set lunch or plates to share later on while you're enjoying a drink. Dishes like lobster ravioli and grilled quail sometimes show up on the menu, paired with an eclectic wine list.

Michelin star-holder Ekstedt at The Yard is the first restaurant outside of Sweden from top chef Niklas Ekstedt. It's a smart venue that's still earthy and comfortable, focusing on seasonal menus and dishes smoked or cooked over flame. A set menu is available, but you can also choose a nine-course tasting menu for sheer indulgence.

Frog by Adam Handling offers diners a Michelin-starred chef's table experience—dishes at this upscale venue centre on British cuisine and the best British ingredients. Every course has personal connections to Handling and his team, offering a unique and intimate dining experience. Veggie menus and optional wine pairings are also available.

Head to Mayfair for a meal at Gymkhana, a sophisticated Indian restaurant styled on colonial members' clubs. There are several luxury dining spaces, including the private vaults. You can sample an indulgent northern Indian tasting menu here or choose dishes from the main menu, like biryani, curries, and dishes from the tandoor.

Quilon serves Indian cuisine from Goa and Kerala, with seafood being a particular speciality. À la carte menus are available, but the kitchen team can also use their impressive know-how to craft bespoke menus just for you. The interior is equally impressive, with custom artwork and private dining space with its entrance, bar, and kitchen.

Head to The Ritz Restaurant for all-out glam in opulent surroundings. Based in the heart of Piccadilly, this is a luxurious fine dining experience where you'll be surrounded by marble, chandeliers, and lots of gold. Seasonal British ingredients are used to craft gourmet British and French recipes such as beef wellington and crêpe Suzette.

Opulent fine dining restaurant The Goring Dining Room serves British dishes in luxury surroundings, complete with Swarovski chandeliers. Refined yet classic recipes are served throughout the day, with the likes of grilled mackerel and honey-glazed guinea fowl on the menu. Champagne and wines are served by the glass or bottle.

Muse by Tom Aikens is a glitzy restaurant in a converted mews house. Opened in 2020, it was awarded a Michelin star soon after. Tasting menus here are inspired by Aikens' memories, life, and career, taking guests on a gourmet journey. As well as the main dining room, there are two chef's counters and exclusive private dining spaces.

Overlooking Green Park, Hide combines three venues into one Michelin-starred experience. It's a breezy spot dominated by a dramatic spiral staircase. Come for sophisticated all-day dining, tasting and à la carte menus with park views or drinks in the intimate basement. It's ideal for wine lovers, too, with the wine list including vintages dating back to the 18th century.

Barrafina in Dean Street is a popular spot for tapas and a Michelin star-holder. Luxury tapas dishes are served in a slick and modern environment, with seating at the counter so you can see the chefs at work. There's a wide choice of drinks to go with food here, including wines and sherries.

Murano comes from acclaimed chef Angela Hartnett. Modern and seasonal Italian recipes are served here, with set lunches and à la carte options. A global wine list is available to accompany meals. The setting is upscale and contemporary, with private dining and chef's table experiences available.

Benares is an exotic Indian restaurant located in Mayfair. The ornate interior is enhanced with hand-crafted furniture and water features. Fine British produce is combined with authentic spices and cooking techniques to create mouthwatering food. Choose à la carte dishes or try a tasting menu with optional wine pairings.

Inspired by Kyoto, Umu is a sophisticated Japanese restaurant in Mayfair. Refined dishes are served in a style-conscious and authentic setting. Top quality fish caught around the British Isles is used to make sushi, sashimi, and other seafood specialities, all prepared using traditional Japanese methods that date back centuries.

Jamavar is a glitzy spot in Mayfair where diners can try out recipes from regions throughout India. The environment is elegant and luxurious whilst the menus include signature dishes like butter chicken and potato tikki, with tasting menus available for a full exploration of the cuisine. Halal dishes are also served here.

Mayfair restaurant Kai holds one Michelin star and specialises in upscale Chinese cuisine inspired by the southern coastal regions of the country. It's a sophisticated spot with striking wall art and a contemporary private dining room. Lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea are served. Fish is prevalent on the menu but there are also meat dishes and ample plant-based options.

Marcus, the signature restaurant from Marcus Wareing, is a warm and inviting space for fine dining dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients. This award-winning place holds one Michelin star and offers diners a choice of menus. Private dining and an exclusive chef's table experience are available here. Pair your food with something from the sophisticated wine list.

At Locanda Locatelli, you're promised Italian food with a wow factor. This innovative venue is comfortable and well-lit, with a private dining room also available. The menu changes regularly, but you can expect a mix of antipasti, pasta, meat and fish dishes, and vegan alternatives. A variety of cocktails and wines are offered to complement a meal.

Chelsea's The Five Fields serves modern British tasting menus with a strong emphasis on seasonal ingredients. Some ingredients are grown in the restaurant's kitchen garden. This award-winning venue is elegant and serves well-presented dishes, including a vegetarian tasting menu. Private dining for up to 10 guests is also available here.

The Ninth by Jun Tanaka is upscale yet still affordable. The space has an intimate feel with leather banquettes and copper tones. French-inspired menus are served with dishes designed to be shared. As well as the main dining room, the restaurant has private dining facilities and an outer terrace.

Upmarket Indian restaurant Amaya does away with the conventional à la carte menu. Instead, you're given bite-sized plates to share, served as soon as they're ready with a well-curated wine list to go with them. The restaurant interior is striking, with lots of colourful art on the walls.

Fine dining is approachable at Portland, which is unpretentious, light, and airy. The British cuisine here is modern and seasonal, with tasting and à la carte menus for diners to choose from; special diets can be catered for when mentioned at the point of booking. There's also an accompanying wine list that changes monthly. Private dining is also available here.

Trishna specialises in modern Indian cooking. The restaurant is located in Marylebone and has a contemporary neighbourhood feel. The restaurant offers a variety of tasting menus including a set lunch menu, with dishes like biryanis and curries. There's also a long and well-considered wine list. Private dining is available here.

The Michelin-starred cooking at Trivet has a variety of diverse global inspirations. The imaginative fine cuisine served here includes options such as sweetbread and Japanese-style venison – the kitchen team previously worked with Heston Blumenthal. Food is served in a warm and modern space, alongside hundreds of varieties of wine.

Head to Club Gascon for French haute cuisine, with a rustic style that evokes the feel of South West France. The restaurant is set in a former tea house with some original features retained. A choice of menus, including six or eight course tasting menus, are available, with high-end French dishes served with optional wine pairings.

24th-floor restaurant City Social comes from acclaimed chef Jason Atherton. Michelin-starred cooking is served in a lavish setting with glorious city views. Quality British produce is used for British and European dishes, with grilled food being a particular speciality. The restaurant offers an intimate chef's table experienceand an adjoining cocktail bar.

Seafood lovers will enjoy a meal at Angler. This elegant mirrored restaurant serves a changing menu focused on sustainable British seafood and seasonal ingredients. A considerable choice of wines is on offer too. From its seventh-floor location, the restaurant offers excellent views and has an outside terrace and a private dining room.

Discover Spanish cuisine at the award-winning restaurant Sabor. Set over two floors with multiple distinctive areas, the restaurant delivers flavours from across Spain. Diners can sample upscale tapas, Spanish favourites, and wood-fired Galician and Castilian meat dishes. There's also a considerable choice of drinks, including wine, sherries, and cocktails.

Trinity is a Michelin-starred neighbourhood restaurant in Clapham. It's all about seasonal and sustainable cooking here, with creative British and European dishes on the menu. Diners can expect dishes like Cumbrian lamb or crispy pig trotter. Both inside and out, the restaurant has a style-conscious monochrome look with botanical touches.

Shoreditch restaurant Brat takes influence from Basque cooking; the varied menu includes plenty of fish and dishes from the grill. The wine list is diverse, and every month, there's a focus on a specific wine, giving diners an insight into its provenance. The restaurant's interior is minimalist and on-trend.

West London's Kitchen W8 is an elegant neighbourhood restaurant with a delicate look and a comfy feel. Modern seasonal dishes with English and French influences are on the menu here. Dishes change regularly and there are a number of menus, including tasting and set lunch options. A considerable wine list of bottles from around the world is offered here.

Opened in 2019, Wild Honey St James is a distinctive restaurant with a luxe and refined style. The cuisine is modern European cooking that lets the ingredients really shine. A range of menus are available here, with dishes changing frequently. The restaurant also offers a considerable drinks list with cocktails and wines from around the world.

Expect simple yet tasteful food and style at Chez Bruce. Despite its Michelin-starred credentials, there's a casual neighbourhood vibe at this approachable spot. French haute cuisine is served but with an added dose of simplicity. The cheeseboard here is a mainstay, as is the extensive wine list. You're also welcome to BYOB subject to a corkage fee.

Unpretentious neighbourhood eatery Casa Fofó serves Michelin-starred cooking in an unfussy environment. Vegetarian and omnivore set menus are available, served in a compact venue with outdoor seats. The imaginative cuisine here has Asian inspirations, with changing dishes like tomato, kimchi, tofu and crab with nori and daikon.

Diners in Hackney can try Cornerstone, where fresh British seafood recipes are served. Dishes change regularly and are intended for sharing but expect the likes of squid cacio e pepe and sea bream tartare. A choice of menus is offered, served in a stripped-back industrial space enhanced with artwork.

On the outskirts of the capital, The Dysart Petersham is a distinctive venue in an Arts & Crafts movement building. The restaurant has a leafy garden and a light and homey feel throughout. Private dining is available too. European menus of changing sophisticated recipes are served, emphasising fresh seasonal produce. Wine, beer, or tea pairings are offered for tasting menus.