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BeckenhamCity of LondonDocklands & Canary WharfEast LondonNorth LondonNorth West London

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ActonAldgateAldwychAngelArchwayBalham

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1. Heddon Street Kitchen

4.1

Excellent(3035)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Piccadilly

Booked 70 times today

Welcome to Heddon Street Kitchen. We can't wait for you to join us in our restaurant, bar and on the terrace in the heart of Piccadilly.

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2. Claro London

4.8

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Leicester Square

Welcome to Claro London, Chef Ran Shmueli’s second restaurant, offering a Mediterraneandining experience with Middle Eastern influences.Our focus is on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the best growers, distributors andartisanal producers. Our team is passionate about food, drinks, and hospitality, and we arecommitted to delivering top-tier service to every guest. Claro’s story started in Israel in 1990 and kept evolving ever since. The open kitchen in all our restaurants allows our guests to see the care and attention thatgoes into every dish, both in our cooking process and our relationship with suppliers.Hence the name “claro”The journey of Claro London is just beginning, and we invite you to be a part of our story.Together, we will continue to innovate, celebrate quality, and create a welcoming space foreveryone who steps through our doors.

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3. Kricket Soho

4.5

Awesome(27)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Indian • Soho

Located a stone's throw from the bright lights of Piccadilly Circus, our first bricks and mortar site is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner including pre-theatre dining in the heart of the West End.We take reservations for up to 14 guests and leave plenty of space for walk-ins. If full, we operate a virtual queue - leave your number and come back. Our bar SOMA is located next door.

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4. Rose Bakery London

4.8

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Charing Cross

“We wanted to create a place where people felt at home, somewhere that people came back to often and the quality of the food shone.” — Rose Carrarini

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5. St James Tavern Piccadilly

4.1

Excellent(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Piccadilly

Located ideally in the heart of Leicester Square, this traditional yet modern pub is perfect for people coming to see the sites of London. Within walking distance from Eros statue and China town, this little slice of history is perfect for travelers wanting to experience a real British pub. We have a huge range of craft beers, cask ales, premium lagers, and ciders but we also have a spirit emporium packed with gins, rum, and tequila and we can’t forget our artisan cocktails and superb coffee! Our food is all about Great British classics with our Gloucester old spot sausages and mashes to our homemade steak and ale pie however you will find we offer some amazing desserts and some lighter dishes too! No matter your cravings, we know we’ve got something you will just love...

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6. Fatt Pundit

4.6

Exceptional(1157)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Soho

Booked 24 times today

Hello from Fatt Pundit, the “Chinese-Indian 'Hakka' restaurant you never knew you needed”. We look forward to welcoming you!!!Please inform the management if you have any food allergies while reserving your table. Please note we won’t be able to serve guests with SEVERE ALLERGIES.

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7. Sketch Gallery

4.6

Exceptional(458)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Oxford Circus

Booked 9 times today

In February 2022, the renowned British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare CBE RA, and project architect India Mahdavi transformed the Gallery with a new installation of artworks and interiors. Shonibare’s artist-conceived vision presented a new sunshine-yellow setting designed by Mahdavi, marking a new culture-defining chapter for sketch in its 20th year. Using applique and embroidery techniques on richly dyed fabrics, Shonibare illuminates the influence of African traditions on European conceptions of our modern-day world.

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8. St. JOHN Smithfield

4.8

Exceptional(4153)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• British • Farringdon

Booked 68 times today

Fergus Henderson’s original home of “Nose to Tail Eating” opened in a former smokehouse around the corner from Smithfield Market in 1994.Celebrating the finest of indigenous British produce and making the most of what is seasonally best whilst applying straight forward cooking techniques, St. John is now celebrated as one of the 50 Best Restaurants in the World and in 2009 was awarded its first Michelin Star.Nose to tail eating means that, where appropriate, every part of the animal should be put to good use in the kitchen and so along with Roast Beef and Lemon Sole, diners will find Rolled Pig’s Spleen, Kidneys and Ox Heart, Liver and Chitterlings as well as the Roast Bone Marrow & Parsley Salad, something of a ‘signature’ dish.

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9. Bar Crispin

4.3

Awesome(220)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Soho

Booked 15 times today

Bar Crispin is an all-day restaurant & wine bar on Kingly Street, Soho, designed by Jermain Gallagher. Offering low intervention wines & seasonal sharing plates, it is a place for any occasion. Our chefs are lead by Fabien Spagnolo (ex Frenchie, Pollen St Social, The Corner Room & Casa Fofo), with a wealth of experience he respects each ingredient, allowing us to celebrate great local producers & creating memorable experiences. The menu is broadly European inspired, focussing on locally & sustainably sourced ingredients from independent growers, small-scale farms & producers (think crispy polenta, croquettes, organic British vegetables, sustainable seafood, classic cuts). For reservations of 7+ people email bar@crispinlondon.com, we are available for exclusive use or Greenroom part hire. The Greenroom is a private room designed by Jermaine Gallacher with hand-painted lights, emerald green walls reminiscent of old Soho & a beautiful

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10. Suvlaki Soho

4.6

Exceptional(1185)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Soho

Booked 10 times today

Home-made dishes, fresh ingredients, hand-cut meats, seasonal vegetables and unique products sourced from artisan producers will take you on a trip to the Greek capital where the East meets the West.

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Irene
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fabulous service , attentive and great food that came quickly; not too noisy to actually have a conversation
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Heddon Street KitchenPrice: Moderate• European• Piccadilly
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4.1
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Elizabeth
Adelaide •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 16, 2025
Great food, meals delivered quickly, bustling atmosphere, good location.
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St James Tavern PiccadillyPrice: Moderate• British• Piccadilly
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4.1
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Minette
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 3, 2024
I recently had the pleasure of dining at Claro, in one of the most picturesque areas of London, and I couldn't resist returning for a second time. The restaurant is beautifully situated among the city's finest architecture, and during this festive season, it’s even more enchanting with the twinkling Christmas lights adorning the surroundings. The menu is a fantastic showcase of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours, featuring a variety of dishes that cater to all tastes. I highly recommend trying the hispi cabbage; it was simply outstanding! The flavours were vibrant and well-balanced, making it a standout dish that I couldn't stop raving about. I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking to enjoy a memorable dining experience. I can't wait to return for a third time!
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Claro LondonPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Leicester Square
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4.8
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Susan
Manchester/Greater Manchester •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 23, 2024
Food was lovely, staff super friendly, really cool space. Loved it.
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Rose Bakery LondonPrice: Moderate• European• Charing Cross
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4.8
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Kurumi
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Sep 17, 2024
The stuff was very kind to call me about the thing we left at the restaurant, so we were able to go back to get it. Thank you.
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Kricket SohoPrice: Expensive• Indian• Soho
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4.5

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