Top 50 Summer Restaurants in London

by OpenTable

Updated November 09, 2023

Your summer dining plans, sorted. Fill your days with an experience at these must-visit London restaurants. From iconic spots the city couldn’t live without, to al fresco lunches in the sun and free-flowing bottomless brunches. Choose from these top 50 venues in the capital.

Afternoon Tea at Café Royal

4.7

4.7 (2039)

£41 and over

Afternoon Tea

Piccadilly

About the restaurant

Afternoon Tea at the Oscar Wilde Lounge

Top review

Londongirl

Dined on Jan 1, 2023

We went there with my friends who came to the UK for their holiday. Everything was very good including food, service and ambience. I strongly recommend to friends.

The Orchid Lounge

4.6

4.6 (278)

£26 to £40

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Liverpool Street

About the restaurant

Afternoon Tea by Cherish Finden at The Orchid Lounge

Top review

HungryVIP

Dined on Jan 19, 2024

Best afternoon tea - dim sum Was a Welcome change from sandwiches and the food was beautifully presented and delicious together with attentive service

Anglo restaurant

4.9

4.9 (910)

£41 and over

British

Clerkenwell

About the restaurant

Anglo Restaurant

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jul 24, 2024

We had an amazing dinner. Food is beautifully presented and yummy and service was incredible. Definitely recommend, definitely come back again

Arte e pasta

4.6

4.6 (580)

£26 to £40

Italian

Walthamstow

About the restaurant

Arte e pasta

Top review

RachelB

Dined on Sep 28, 2023

We'd been meaning to visit Arte e Pasta for a while after several glowing recommendations. Our visit last night exceeded our expectations! A decent amount to choose from for us vegetarians and when it arrived the dishes were packed with delicious flavour, interesting and very well presented. Our favourite was the beetroot agnolotti - so good! The restaurant wasn't that busy which is a shame for the staff but did mean we got to chat to them, in particular Vincent, about the restaurant and the inspiration behind the food. Oh and the Puglian red wine was really very good. We sat at the bar, which was a great spot to chat and eat. Highly recommend and we'll be back soon. Easily the best food we've had in Walthamstow this year. Thanks Vincent and Alex and team for having us :)

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Wimbledon

4.5

4.5 (1282)

£25 and under

British

Wimbledon

About the restaurant

Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Wimbledon

Top review

Michelle

Dined 5 days ago

Lovely restaurant service excellent have been before a few times and will definitely go back

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Experience

Bottomless Pancakes

Experience

January Group Dining Menu

Experience

Set Menu for Celebrations

Boro Bistro

4.5

4.5 (2221)

£25 and under

French

London Bridge

About the restaurant

Boro Bistro

Top review

AnnVIP

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Thank you for spoiling my husband on his birthday he loved the attention and his delicious food. Very delicious food!! The music was lots of fun. This is a gem of a place.

Buckle and Vaughan

4.5

4.5 (1253)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Cheshunt

About the restaurant

Buckle and Vaughan

Top review

ElleGee

Dined on Jul 2, 2023

Surprised at rather restricted new Sunday lunch menu

Cafe Spice Namaste

4.9

4.9 (1996)

£26 to £40

Indian

Newham

About the restaurant

Cafe Spice Namaste

Top review

Annette

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

If you want to experience Indian food with a difference then this is the place to come. Starting with excellent Poppadoms and homemade chutneys, we then had the Duck Tikka special with a delightful artichoke salad, and the Lamb dish finished with an Indian iced dessert. Always a welcome and impeccable service. It’s definitely worth getting on the DLR !

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Experience

BIG CURRY LUNCH Unforgettable Gastronomic Evening

Experience

Burns Night 2025

Clos Maggiore

4.6

4.6 (15228)

£26 to £40

French

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Clos Maggiore

Top review

LeoVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Nice place for special occasion. We enjoy having the lunch in a well deco floral room.

Emilia's Crafted Pasta - St Katharine Docks

4.7

4.7 (1599)

£25 and under

Italian

Tower Hill

About the restaurant

Emilia's Crafted Pasta - St Katharine Docks

Top review

ClaudiaVIP

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Super clásic Restaurant. Very Good Good Good. I love this little restaurant close to london bridge

Frederick's

4.8

4.8 (3968)

£26 to £40

British

Angel

About the restaurant

Frederick's

Top review

Cathy

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

Just wonderful as always - the food was superb! We loved the ambience and go every year around this time - highly recommended

Gaucho Tower Bridge

4.4

4.4 (7921)

£26 to £40

Steak

Southbank

About the restaurant

Gaucho Tower Bridge

Top review

TwinkzVIP

Dined on Jul 13, 2024

Attentive service and great food, Good views of Tower Bridge/Thames

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4.8

4.8 (4590)

£41 and over

French

Soho

About the restaurant

Gauthier Soho

Top review

Griff

Dined 7 days ago

One of the best vegan meals you’ll ever eat. Stellar service, a divine high-end experience!

GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London

4.4

4.4 (3662)

£41 and over

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

London Bridge

About the restaurant

GŎNG, Shangri-La The Shard, London

Top review

AnitaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The quality of the food was substandard for the price you pay you don't get much for your money, the fish wasn't the freshest and the dragon roll was not a full size portio, and was supermarket standard quality, Not the type of quality you would be expecting to pay for in a hot spot location in London.

Hideaway

4.6

4.6 (1043)

£25 and under

Breakfast

Thames Ditton

About the restaurant

Hideaway

Top review

KerriP

Dined on Oct 19, 2023

Our table of 5 chose tapas and all the dishes were delicious-standout for me sashimi and aubergine dishes. Will have to go back in Summer to enjoy the setting! I would recommend The Hideaway and would go back with friends.

High Timber

4.7

4.7 (851)

£26 to £40

Steak

St Paul's

About the restaurant

High Timber

Top review

James

Dined on Dec 16, 2024

Fabulous food, wine and service. We were taken down to the wine cellar to choose our wine and expert guidance.

Indian Essence by Atul Kochhar

4.8

4.8 (1864)

£26 to £40

Contemporary Indian

Petts Wood

About the restaurant

Indian Essence by Atul Kochhar

Top review

KonstantinosT

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and service as usual. Really lovely place and great drinks and food. Highly recommend!

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Popular dish

Railway Lamb Curry

Indigo at One Aldwych

4.8

4.8 (3101)

£26 to £40

British

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Indigo at One Aldwych

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined 2 days ago

I never write a review however, being celiac, as well as my daughter and dairy free, this restaurant excellent flavors the food was phenomenal. The service was even phenomenal. My daughter and I are also allergic to shellfish and they made sure everything was allergy friendly. This is one of our first restaurants in London, where we didn’t have any cross-contamination and did not feel sick after our meal. Highly recommend if you have celiac disease.

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Experience

Weekend Roast Beef, Crumble & Glass of Wine

Experience

Weekday Lunch Two-Course Set Menu

Experience

Weekday Lunch Three-Course Set Menu

La Dame De Pic London

4.8

4.8 (1498)

£26 to £40

French

Tower Hill

About the restaurant

La Dame De Pic London

Top review

Valérie

Dined 7 days ago

The chef came to our table and we had a nice talk. It s always important to share and a pleasure to meet who is in charge. The menu was delicious and all the staff really caring.

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Experience

Lunch Menu

La Goccia

4.4

4.4 (1519)

£41 and over

Italian

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

La Goccia

Top review

Paul

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Really very good Italian food served by an Italian waiter (imagine!) in a lovely location

Le Gavroche - Michel Roux Jr

4.8

4.8 (1813)

£41 and over

French

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Le Gavroche - Michel Roux Jr

Top review

PaulS

Dined on Jan 9, 2024

Outstanding as always. Has been our favourite London rfestaurant for years and will be missed when closes in January 2024

Love Shack

4.8

4.8 (499)

£25 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

Bethnal Green

About the restaurant

Love Shack

Top review

James

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

Lovely place with lovely food. Great little event space as well where we enjoyed the Rooted Revelry winter solstice show. Will definitely be back

Mercer Roof Terrace

4.4

4.4 (976)

£26 to £40

British

Bank

About the restaurant

Mercer Roof Terrace

Top review

Graham

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding food, great ambiance and wonderful cityscape The perfect place for fine dining that created a truly memorable experience

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Experience

The Crown Afternoon Tea Experience

Experience

Beluga Winter Cabins @ Mercer Roof Terrace

Experience

Winter Igloo at Mercer Roof Terrace

Min Jiang

4.7

4.7 (2213)

£41 and over

Chinese

Kensington

About the restaurant

Min Jiang

Top review

Martin

Dined 2 days ago

Another fantastic New Years Day lunch. Really great place with friendly service and amazing food - the roast duck is out of this world!!

My Old Dutch - Chelsea

4.5

4.5 (559)

£25 and under

European

Chelsea

About the restaurant

My Old Dutch - Chelsea

Top review

JamieVIP

Dined on Dec 26, 2024

amazing meal and service. Huge portions and selection !

Myrtle Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1159)

£41 and over

Modern European

Chelsea

About the restaurant

Myrtle Restaurant

Top review

Mauro

Dined 7 days ago

we enjoyed an excellent dinner in a cosy and warm corner of the dining room. The service was professional, attentive without been too intrusive. Food was just over the top. We had both a-la-carte and set menu (6 dishes) and we were all satisfied by the quality of the dishes, the intriguing mix of flavours and the overall experience from an organoleptic perspective. The manager Daniel was excellent in his advice and discreet presence. The waitress (forgot the name, sorry!) was equally excellent. It was a very smooth evening as it is possible to park outside the restaurant after 6:30PM, smart move to encourage business. We stated to be back in Spring time when the new seasonal menu will be on offer.

Ognisko

4.8

4.8 (3848)

£26 to £40

Polish

South Kensington

About the restaurant

Ognisko

Top review

Lampros

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent service, nice ambience and very big portions. The waitress was exceptionally friendly. All was great.

Ormer Mayfair

4.9

4.9 (1160)

£41 and over

British

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Ormer Mayfair

Top review

PattyVIP

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

Extraordinary meal & service from beginning to end.

Francatelli

4.3

4.3 (1559)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Seven Park Place by William Drabble

Top review

LINDSAY D.

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

My husband and I are from Houston, Texas where food and service are second to none; therefore, our standards are quite high! That being said, we were truly impressed by the service and food of this exceptional restaurant in Christmas Day!

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Experience

Lunch Set Menu

Smiths Restaurant Wapping

4.9

4.9 (7793)

£41 and over

Seafood

Wapping

About the restaurant

Smiths Restaurant Wapping

Top review

john

Dined 1 day ago

Great setting. Great food. Very attentive service. Good value for money.

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Popular dish

Apple Tart

Popular dish

Smith's Classic Prawn Cocktail

Popular dish

Large Brixham Dover Sole

Gallery

4.7

4.7 (8101)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Thames Foyer

Top review

Massa

Dined 2 days ago

I booked this high tea experience based on some TikTok reviews, and it did not disappoint. The space is absolutely stunning, making it a perfect choice for tourists. The food was delicious, and I was pleasantly surprised when our wonderful server mentioned that both the food and tea were unlimited. However, after trying everything, we were completely satisfied and didn’t need seconds. It was a truly memorable experience!

The Buttery

4.7

4.7 (449)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Belgravia

About the restaurant

The Buttery

Top review

Kim

Dined 6 days ago

Really nice spot for a brunch with girl pals. Relaxed, friendly staff, great food, nice decor

The Crabtree

4.5

4.5 (1203)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Fulham

About the restaurant

The Crabtree

Top review

susan

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

Thank you Rosa for telling us about your Christmas Specials. The Christmas boards worked really well and ample to go around. Well done so nice to have a lovely pub with nice food.

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Experience

Burns Supper

The French Table

4.9

4.9 (4814)

£41 and over

Modern European

Surbiton

About the restaurant

The French Table

Top review

Hema

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

This is true gem in Surbiton and I feel lucky that we have such an exquisite treat on our door steps. The food was exquisite and the service is impeccable and I think very fair in price and value. I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending this place as everything about it is really special. The people who look after you are knowledgable and personable and nothing is too much trouble. You get excellent advice on pairing wines to go with your dishes and the whole experience is effortless and memorable. Have been doing an annual trip for Christmas for a few years now and have been on the odd ocassion at other times and will continue to do this as each time the experience is amazing.

The Ivy Tower Bridge

4.3

4.3 (13909)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

London Bridge

About the restaurant

The Ivy Tower Bridge

Top review

Tina

Dined 1 day ago

We wanted the Xmas cocktails, but two weren’t available. Disappointing if they’re on the menu.

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4.4

4.4 (790)

£25 and under

British

Crouch End

About the restaurant

The Maynard Arms

Top review

David

Dined on Dec 26, 2024

A very good location in the heart of Crouch End, London. It offers a great dining experience.

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Experience

Six Nations: England vs Italy

Experience

Six Nations: England vs Wales

Experience

Six Nations: France vs Scotland

The Pem

4.7

4.7 (338)

£41 and over

British

Westminster

About the restaurant

The Pem

Top review

David

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Very nice restaurant. Food was really good as well.

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Burns Night at The Pem

The Scolt Head

4.6

4.6 (352)

£25 and under

British

Dalston

About the restaurant

The Scolt Head

Top review

KristinK

Dined on Apr 2, 2023

Amazing experience for our first night in London. The food was fantastic and reasonably priced. I rated the noise level as kind of high, but it didn’t bother us because it’s a pub. It’s supposed to be loud, or it’s probably not a very fun place. LOL

The Swan Pub

4.7

4.7 (1123)

£26 to £40

Gastro Pub

Chiswick

About the restaurant

The Swan Pub

Top review

MartynVIP

Dined on Dec 23, 2024

Great food and fantastic service from a very friendly server - she was amazing, nothing was too much trouble.

The Wharf Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1425)

£26 to £40

British

Teddington

About the restaurant

The Wharf Restaurant

Top review

ian

Dined 6 days ago

We booked a table for 6 at short notice and they were able to fit us in. Service was excellent, friendly and helpful. The food was outstanding and we had a fantastic lunch. I would recommend highly and will definitely visit again.

Trinity

4.9

4.9 (3566)

£41 and over

European

Clapham

About the restaurant

Trinity

Top review

DAVID

Dined 5 days ago

Without a doubt, the best restaurant in London in my opinion. Sublime food and lovely service.

Villa di Geggiano

4.8

4.8 (1318)

£41 and over

Italian

Chiswick

About the restaurant

Villa di Geggiano

Top review

Lily

Dined on Dec 22, 2024

This is one of our favourite restaurants which we always come back for special occasions. The food is delicious, and the service is excellent. We always feel welcome and well looked after. The staff are very friendly with our children too which is really nice. Highly recommend!!

YUMN Brasserie

4.5

4.5 (812)

£26 to £40

Contemporary European

Croydon

About the restaurant

YUMN Brasserie

Top review

Omar

Dined on Feb 14, 2024

Great experience, good food and good customer service

123V

£25 and under

Vegan

Oxford Circus

About the restaurant

123V

Top review

OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Jan 1, 2023

Absolutely fantastic! Food is great and service outstanding. Thanks

Mere

4.7

4.7 (4178)

£41 and over

European

Fitzrovia

About the restaurant

Mere

Top review

LynneS

Dined on Apr 10, 2024

Fabulous lunch with excellent service. Such a shame it’s closing.

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4.8

4.8 (1576)

£26 to £40

British

Primrose Hill

About the restaurant

Odette's Restaurant

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on May 24, 2024

Lovely food, service & ambience. Sadly the last tim but a perfect lunch with my partner x

Dipna Anand Restaurant and Bar

£26 to £40

Indian

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Dipna Anand Restaurant and Bar

Top review

HarryC

Dined on Jun 24, 2023

Great tasting food, restaurant room a bit hot and stuffy but was in the middle of summer! Service a tad slow. Portions on the smaller size.

Rabot

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

London Bridge

About the restaurant

Rabot

Top review

Jakeylondon

Dined on Aug 10, 2022

Fantastic food and service, a fine dining experience with inventive dishes, at a reasonable price. The ambience was a bit lacking only because there were not many other people dining at the time we were, but overall we had a great dinner and will be returning.