Best Historic Restaurants in Bayswater

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1. Bacchanalia

4.4

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Mayfair

Booked 154 times today

Culinary artistry, inspired by historic Greco-Roman feasts. The Mediterranean’s finest ingredients are given centre-stage, and dishes are finished at table to theatrical acclaim. Breath-taking interiors by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, where classical myths are retold through a modern palette of the most refined materials, and comforts to sink into. Dramatic artworks by Damien Hirst soar over the dining area, whilst the eye falls on piece after piece of original, antique sculpture.

2. The Grenadier

4.7

Exceptional(469)

Price: Moderate

• British • Belgravia

Booked 8 times today

Join us at Grenadier. A landmark in its own right, The Grenadier in Belgrave Square is royalty amongst London pubs. This historic treasure chest is a hidden gem, beloved by both locals and visitors to the city.Dogs welcome in bar area only.BOOKING ARE FOR DINING ONLY.

3. Cloth Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(213)

Price: Expensive

• Traditional French • Farringdon

Booked 22 times today

Having spent years supplying London’s top restaurants through their separate wine businesses, Joe Haynes and Benedict Butterworth have joined forces with Tom Hurst, who has worked at Brawn, The Marksman, Levan, and most recently as Head Chef at Lasdun, to launch the trio’s first restaurant together.Located in a Grade II listed building on Cloth Fair, Cloth Restaurant is part of a historic row of buildings in the City of London that survived the Great Fire of 1666. Down this atmospheric alley opposite St Bartholomew church, Cloth is taking over a double fronted corner site that’s beneath the former home of poet John Betjeman and next door to the two oldest residential buildings in London. Inside, low ceilings, wood floorboards with antique wall lights and artwork create a cosy, intimate atmosphere, while marble tables, long dark wood banquettes, antique crockery and cutlery will create the feel of a classic bistro.

4. Osteria Romana

4.6

Exceptional(1106)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Knightsbridge

Booked 28 times today

Roses and signs that mimic the style of Rome's historic centre for Andrea Reitano's restaurant hidden within the lanes of London’s luxurious Knightsbridge district, Osteria Romana opens its doors to bring the simple elegance and humble dishes of the Eternal City to London, celebrating Roman produce, culinary history and limitless passion. Osteria Romana has been selected as one the best Italian restaurants in London by the Gambero Rosso eminent guide. This restaurant is part of Reitano Food (reitanofood.com).

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5. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(223)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Covent Garden

Booked 100 times today

In London's theatre quarter, our restaurant on Henrietta Street combines rustic charm with modern elegance. Enjoy quality sushi and Japanese-inspired cocktails in a historic setting near the Piazza – perfect for pre/post-theatre or shopping treat. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.

6. Gaucho Sloane

4.5

Awesome(2629)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Chelsea

Booked 26 times today

Set among historic buildings and contemporary fashion boutiques in well-heeled Chelsea, Gaucho Sloane Avenue has been at the centre of the West London dining scene since 2000. Our steak restaurant in Chelsea offers exquisite Argentinian cuisine and bespoke cocktails in a stylish setting.Within our charming hacienda-inspired villa exterior, adorned by grand monochrome crittall windows that flood the room with natural light, you’ll find yourself in the heart of our warm and welcoming dining room. The open kitchen takes centre stage, serving sustainable steaks and a host of authentic Latin-inspired flavours.

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7. Bibendum Oyster Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1198)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • South Kensington

Booked 14 times today

The Bibendum Oyster Bar - a local stalwart - is steered masterfully under the direction of Lyon born 2 Michelin-starred chef Claude Bosi. The large tiled foyer of the great Michelin building remains, and it’s great for a glass of fizz and a few oysters (there are always many varieties to choose from), and also perfect to stay a bit longer for a more leisurely lunch or dinner. Expect plenty of fresh seafood; oysters, langoustine and the signature seafood platters - alongside a comprehensive yet affordable wine list. As well as dining inside the main "house", there are seats outside in the semi-open courtyard, and also in the prime spot of streetside on Fulham Road. If it does turn a little chilly, there are also some luxury blankets… Enjoy lunch, dinner and drinks at Bibendum.

8. Kettner’s

4.6

Exceptional(958)

Price: Expensive

• French • Leicester Square

Booked 36 times today

Kettner’s Townhouse is a restaurant and Champagne Bar with 33 bedrooms, in a historic Georgian building in London’s Soho. Established in 1867 by Auguste Kettner, Kettner’s was one of the first restaurants in London to serve French food. The French restaurant at Kettner’s Townhouse has a menu inspired by the history of the building, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, using locally sourced ingredients from the UK.

9. Ognisko

4.8

Exceptional(3855)

Price: Expensive

• Polish • South Kensington

Booked 44 times today

Ognisko restaurant on Exhibition Road in the heart of South Kensington, is just a stone’s throw away from the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall and London Imperial College. Housed in the beautiful Victorian home of Ognisko Polskie club the restaurant is focusing on the cuisines eastern and Central Europe. The bar is open all day serving light dishes as well as mouthwatering desserts. Ognisko’s bar serves a wide range of fruit and spice -infused vodkas, classic cocktails and a small range boutique beers from regional Polish breweries. The restaurant can sit up to 80 guests together with a terrace overlooking communal gardens seating up to 40. There is also a large events space on the first floor available for daytime conferences, weddings and corporate events.

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10. Piccolino - Mayfair Heddon Street

4.2

Awesome(442)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 39 times today

There’s a reason that Mayfair is the most expensive square on the Monopoly board. This upscale London borough is filled with exclusive boutiques, stylish eateries, and top hotels. Mayfair is located within the central London borough of the City of Westminster, part of the iconic West End and neighbouring historic St James’s and artsy Marylebone.Piccolino, an authentic Italian Restaurant, is a proud fixture of the London dining scene. Piccolino located on Heddon Street, boasts an open kitchen, large lower ground Cicchetti bar and an extensive terrace to the front of the restaurant for the ultimate dining experience.Italy’s diverse cuisine is the heart and soul of Piccolino in Heddon Street. We visit the regions, meet the producers and are committed to sourcing the best quality ingredients. As you’d expect from the best Italian restaurants, Piccolino in Heddon Street offers a menu of Italian classics with a distinctly modern twist.

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mohamoud
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect and the stuff was amazing I would recommend it to anyone who love salads and Greek cuisine
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BacchanaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Mayfair
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4.4
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Matt
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The perfect day platter was an excellent way to sample the main aspects of the restaurant’s menu. More than enough for two !!
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Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent GardenPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Covent Garden
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4.6
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Alexandre
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I've eaten a lot of pasta carbonara in several Italian restaurants (Rome, Paris, Barcelona etc) and I can tell you that it's simply perfect. And for my wife, pasta with truffles is also perfect..
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Osteria RomanaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Knightsbridge
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4.6
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Christine
London •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Gaucho had a special deal where they offered guests a free 2 course meal and you only paid for drinks, service charge. We had a lovely meal (fish and steak) which tasted great. Staff were attentive from the minute we arrived at restaurant. An enjoyable lunch!
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Gaucho SloanePrice: Expensive• Steak• Chelsea
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4.5
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KenVIP
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
Fantastic food in a special location. Great service.
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The GrenadierPrice: Moderate• British• Belgravia
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4.7

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107 restaurants available nearby

1. Bacchanalia

2. The Grenadier

3. Cloth Restaurant

4. Osteria Romana

5. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden

6. Gaucho Sloane

7. Bibendum Oyster Bar

8. Kettner’s

9. Ognisko

10. Piccolino - Mayfair Heddon Street

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