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1. The Quality Chop House
4.8
Exceptional(2586)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Farringdon
Booked 37 times today
The Quality Chop House celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2019.Our menus are seasonally-focused and change daily based around the best produce delivered each morning. We suggest bookings, but do take walk-ins.In addition to our a la carte menu, we offer a £29 set lunch menu (January to November), and on Sunday lunches we serve a splendid roast.If you are interested in a table for more than 6 guests, we have a Private Dining Room that seats up to 14. A seasonal feasting menu is available. For more information please give us a call.
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2. Cloth Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(261)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional French • Farringdon
Booked 33 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.
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3. Bacchanalia
4.4
Awesome(1125)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Mayfair
Booked 135 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.
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4. Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden
4.6
Exceptional(304)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Covent Garden
Booked 98 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.
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5. The George, Pub & Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(625)
Price: Expensive
• British • Covent Garden
Booked 11 times today
The George on the Strand is a historic pub located at 213 Strand, London, WC2R 1AP. Situated directly opposite the Royal Courts of Justice, it has been serving patrons since 1723. The pub is known for its traditional English charm and classic pub fare. Upstairs at the George the dining room offers a more refined dining experience, featuring modern British cuisine.The George is conveniently located near Temple and Chancery Lane Underground stations, making it easily accessible for both locals and visitors. Its proximity to notable landmarks such as the Royal Courts of Justice and Somerset House adds to its appeal as a quintessential London pub.Whether you're looking for a traditional pub experience or a more upscale meal, The George on the Strand offers a blend of historic ambiance and contemporary dining options.
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6. The Ivy City Garden
4.3
Awesome(7850)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Liverpool Street
Booked 184 times today
Located in the historic Bishopsgate Gardens, The Ivy City Garden brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy, West Street to the City of London.
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7. Kettner’s
4.6
Exceptional(999)
Price: Expensive
• French • Leicester Square
Booked 28 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.
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8. The Grenadier
4.8
Exceptional(485)
Price: Moderate
• British • Belgravia
Booked 12 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.
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9. Gaucho City
4.7
Exceptional(1785)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Fenchurch Street
Booked 25 times today
You’re about to dine in what was once the historic silver vaults of the Bank of England. Where porters once moved and carved precious metals of immense value, you are about to cut into the UK’s best beef.The dining room was redesigned in 2023, with inspiration drawn from the landscapes and textures of Latin America – a feature mural depicting the rolling Andes and their dusky hues takes pride of place along one wall of the restaurant.
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10. Brasserie Zedel
4.4
Awesome(3551)
Price: Moderate
• French • Piccadilly
Booked 21 times today
Located in Central London in Piccadilly Circus and adjacent to Soho, Brasserie Zédel is a grand Parisian brasserie with a café and bar. The restaurant serves traditional French food at remarkably good value with a lively atmosphere.Brasserie Zédel is open throughout the day, serving lunch and dinner and all through the afternoon. You can also experience live music which is played in the brasserie in the evenings for diners to enjoy until close.Within close proximity to Shaftesbury Avenue and Regent Street, Brasserie Zédel is the ideal location for a meal before or after a day of sightseeing. Alternatively, you can join for a pre or post theatre meal as it is located within walking distance from the West End including the Piccadilly Theatre and the Harold Pinter Theatre.If you cannot find the table you are looking for, please visit the restaurant's website directly, or call 020 7734 4888.

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