Restaurants in London have every type of food you could possibly think of, so whether you're looking for classic French or Lebanese cuisine, pie and mash or a local curry house, the diversity this cosmopolitan city offers is hard to beat.
606 Club A wide variety of dishes, using the freshest ingredients, delivered daily. The 'specials' menu changes each day.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW10 0QD MAP Telephone: 020 7352 5953
URL: http://www.606club.co.uk
Babylon If you're looking for more than just a restaurant, this is your first choice. Where else in Kensington can you find stunning views, delicious food, great value for money, a fantastic atmosphere.
Location: Kensington High Street
Postcode: W8 5SA MAP Telephone: 020 7368 3993
URL: http://www.roofgardens.com
Belvedere Dating back to 17th Century, The Belvedere was once the Summer Ballroom to the Jacobean mansion that was Holland House. It stands, not only in the middle of one of London's most beautiful parks, but in one of the capital's most fashionable areas.
Location: Holland Park
Postcode: W8 6LU MAP Telephone: 020 7602 1238
URL: http://www.whitestarline.org.uk/Belvedere_Restaurant.htm
Benihana Benihana’s food preparation methods immediately set it apart from other restaurants, as it had no conventional kitchen. Instead Chefs prepare and cook entrees at a table called a “Hibachi Grill”.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW3 4NX MAP Telephone: 020 7376 7799
URL: http://www.benihana.co.uk
Bibendum Restaurant and Oyster Bar Wonderful building elegant dining room
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW3 6RD MAP Telephone: 020 7581 5817
URL: http://www.bibendum.co.uk/
Big Easy Bar-B-Q and Crabshack Settle down to some good quality, unfussy steak and seafood served in "meaningful" portions.
Location: Kings Road
Postcode: SW3 5UR MAP Telephone: 020 7352 4071
URL: http://www.bigeasy.uk.com
Bluebird Completely rebuilt to become one of the grand piceries of the world with a foodstore, flower shop, cafe, restaurant, club and homeware store
Location: Chelsea - Kings Road
Postcode: SW3 5UU MAP Telephone: 020 7559 1000
URL: http://www.conran-restaurants.co.uk
Bombay Brasserie Serving the finest in Indian cuisine
Location: South Kensington
Postcode: SW7 4UH MAP Telephone: 020 7370 4040
URL: http://www.bombaybrasserielondon.com/
Books for Cooks Morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea and a few good hours of cookbook reading.
Location: Notting Hill
Postcode: W11 1NN MAP Telephone: 020-7221-1992
URL: http://www.booksforcooks.com
Brinkley's A trendy Chelsea restaurant with a popular bar which has a modern English menu.
Location: Hollywood Road
Postcode: SW10 9HX MAP Telephone: 020 7351 1683
URL: http://www.brinkleys.com
Capital Is one of just a handful of London restaurants to hold two coveted Michelin stars. Eric Chavot, the Head Chef, has a following across five continents.
Location: Knightsbridge
Postcode: SW3 1AT MAP Telephone: 020 7591 1202
URL: http://www.capital-london.net
Chez Kristof Regional French menu.
Location: Hammersmith
Postcode: W6 0NG MAP Telephone: 020 8741 1177
URL: http://www.chezkristof.co.uk
Chutney Mary Serves food from as many as 6 different regions of India at any one time (not just one or two). It has a team of six regional specialist chefs recruited directly from India, each producing their own specialities
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW10 0SZ MAP Telephone: 020 7351 3113
URL: http://www.chutneymary.com/
Clarke's A perfectly balanced no choice four course set menu is offered which comprises a first course, main course, cheeses from the British Isles followed by dessert and freshly roasted coffee.
Location: Kensington Church Street
Postcode: W8 4BH MAP Telephone: 020 7221 9225
URL: http://www.sallyclarke.com
Cubana Cuban, Latino bar and restaurant run by the people who own it
Location: Paddington
Telephone: 020 7928 8778
URL: http://www.cubana.co.uk
Eight Over Eight Eight Over Eight - the name translates into lucky forever, according to Chinese proverbs.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW3 5UZ MAP Telephone: 020 7349 9934
URL: http://www.ricker-restaurants.com
Erebuni Russian cuisine, as well as Armenian and Georgian, is served in incongruous setting at Erebuni.
Location: Lancaster Gate
Postcode: W2 3NA MAP Telephone: 020 7402 6067
URL: http://www.erebuni.ltd.uk
Haandi Chefs are on permanent view, thanks to an ingenious cured window into the kitchen, it adds a touch of theatre to the meal, watching the pans being stirred, checked and flambeed.
Location: Knightsbridge
Postcode: SW3 1HY MAP Telephone: 020 7823 7373
URL: http://www.haandi-restaurants.com
Harlem Soul Food Bar, diner and club celebrating the Harlem vibe and soul food with branches in Westbourne Grove and Brixton.
Location: Westbourne Grove - Brixton
Postcode: W2 5RT MAP Telephone: 020 7985 0900
URL: http://www.harlemsoulfood.com
Itsu Sushi restaurant and bar
Location: Chelsea - Soho
Postcode: SW3 3AE MAP Telephone: 020 7584 5522
URL: http://www.itsu.co.uk/
Julie's Restaurant and Bar Voted London's most romantic restaurant in the heartland of haute Bohemia. This much-loved legendary hideaway is a great favourite with Royalty, Movie Stars and Super Models.
Location: Holland Park
Postcode: W11 4LW MAP Telephone: 020 7229 8331
URL: http://www.juliesrestaurant.com
Kare Kare We were inspired to open a restaurant that attempted to take predominantly Indian food and give it a little twist, taking it into new and healthier directions.
Location: Kensington
Postcode: SW5 0BE MAP Telephone: 020 7373 0024
URL: http://www.karekare.co.uk
Kensington Place Modern European.
Location: Kensington
Postcode: W8 7LX MAP Telephone: 020 7727 3184
URL: http://www.egami.co.uk
La Famiglia This famous, if discreet Italian restaurant has long been recognised for it's wonderful menu and relaxed surroundings.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW10 0GL MAP Telephone: 020 7351 0761
URL: http://www.lafamiglia.co.uk
Launceston Place Like a drawing room in an English country house. Whilst keen to retain the British flavour of the menu is not afraid to seek inspiration from Europe and Asia.
Postcode: W8 5RL MAP Telephone: 020 7937 6912
URL: http://www.egami.co.uk
Livebait Restaurant Bar Fish and Seafood
Location: Chelsea - Wandsworth
Postcode: SW10 9HY MAP Telephone: 020 7349 5500
URL: http://www.santeonline.co.uk
Mr Wing Famous for its food, marine fish, foliage, jazz and 'funky stylish atmosphere', Wing's continues to offer the best in Chinese cuisine.
Location: Fulham
Postcode: SW5 0DE MAP Telephone: 020 7370 4450
URL: http://www.mrwing.com
Notting Grill The menu features organic chicken, fish of the day, scallops, jumbo prawns, organic sausages, calf's liver, dry cure bacon and the return of that old favourite, the mixed grill.
Location: Clarendon Road
Postcode: W11 4JG MAP Telephone: 020 7229 1500
URL: http://www.awtonline.co.uk
Nyonya Affordable cuisine that combines Malay and Chinese traditions delivered by one of Singapore’s premier restaurateur families.
Location: Notting Hill
Postcode: W11 3BU MAP Telephone: 020 7243 1800
URL: http://www.nyonya.co.uk
Phoenicia One of the pioneers of Lebanese cusine in the UK
Location: High Street Kensington - Tube
Postcode: W8 6AH MAP Telephone: 020 7937 0120
URL: http://www.phoeniciarestaurant.co.uk/
Rasoi - Vineet Bhatia's Kitchen Exploring the cuisine of several regions across the Indian subcontinent
Location: Sloane Square
Postcode: SW3 2TS MAP Telephone: 020 7225 1881
URL: http://www.vineetbhatia.com
Rotisserie Jules Restaurant and delivery service.
Location: Notting Hill Gate
Postcode: W11 3LB MAP Telephone: 020 7221 3331
URL: http://www.rotisseriejules.com
Sophie's Steakhouse & Bar A 92-seater restaurant and 25 seater bar has a New York warehouse feel and serves great British steaks aged for 28 days, big salads, fresh fish, rotisserie chickens and over-sized Martini�s.
Location: Fulham Road
Postcode: SW10 9QH MAP Telephone: 020 7352 0088
URL: http://www.sophiessteakhouse.com
Tea Palace Tea Palace offers a specialist Tea Shop with the finest teas & infusions to take home or enjoy in the restaurant. Serve breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, seven days a week, using only fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Location: Notting Hill
Postcode: W11 2SB MAP Telephone: 020 7727 2600
URL: http://www.teapalace.co.uk
Tenth Restaurant Situated on the tenth floor of the hotel and combines fantastic views of Hyde Park and the London skyline with original and exciting dishes.
Location: Kensington High Street
Postcode: W8 4PT MAP Telephone: 020 7361 1910
URL: http://www.royalgardenhotel.co.uk
Thai on the River Established since March 1994, Thai on the River is one of Chelsea's best kept dining secrets, offering authentic Thai cuisine set in modern, cool, surrounds, with breathtaking views of the River Thames by day and night.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW10 0QJ MAP Telephone: 020 7351 1151
URL: http://www.thaiontheriver.com
The Capital Hotel Serving gourmet French cuisine.
Location: Basil Street
Postcode: SW3 1AT MAP Telephone: 020 7589 5171
URL: http://www.capitalhotel.co.uk
The Chepstow A relaxed and friendly gastropub, with delights such as minted pea and asparagus risotto, Toulouse sausage and truffle mash as well as fabulous fish specials and a wide selection of wines.
Location: Chepstow Place
Postcode: W2 4TS MAP Telephone: 020 7229 0323
URL: http://www.massivepub.com
The Chicago Rib Shack The Rib Shack is back in Knightsbridge. BBQ ribs, bibs and plenty more.
Location: Knightsbridge
Postcode: SW1X 7PA MAP Telephone: 020 7591 4664
URL: http://www.thechicagoribshack.co.uk
The Collection Set in ther heart of Chelsea, the enormous former warehouse of Katherine Hamnett became the celebrated bar and restaurant.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW3 2AS MAP Telephone: 020 7225 1212
URL: http://www.the-collection.co.uk
The Electric Brasserie A classic brasserie and bar open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.
Location: Portobello Road
Postcode: W11 2ED MAP Telephone: 020 7908 9696
URL: http://www.the-electric.co.uk
The Fifth Floor Modern european.
Location: Knightsbridge
Postcode: SW1X 7RJ MAP Telephone: 020 7235 5250
URL: http://www.harveynichols.com
The Gore hotel - Bistrot 190 Guests enjoy the delicious food and buzzing atmosphere of Bistrot 190, our upbeat and informal all-day restaurant.
Postcode: SW7 5EX MAP Telephone: 020 7584 660
URL: http://www.gorehotel.com
The Painted Heron Daily changing menu adapts Classical Indian cooking to the European environment by using carefully selected, top quality fresh indigenous and imported ingredients.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW10 ODJ MAP Telephone: 020 7351 5232
URL: http://www.thepaintedheron.com
The Station A new funky dining pub that opened in the spring of 2002. Quality Mediterranean food all day, seven days.
Location: Latimer Road
Postcode: W10 6SZ MAP Telephone: 020 7229 1111
URL: http://www.station-bar.co.uk
The Tiroler Hut Established in 1967 remains one of London's most successful Austrian restaurants combining good food and entertainment. Serve Erdinger Weissbier, Erdinger Weissbier Dunkel, Dortmunder Union on draught available in a litre "mass" and Gosser.
Location: Westbourne Grove
Postcode: W2 4UA MAP Telephone: 020 7727 3981
URL: http://www.tirolerhut.co.uk
Tiroler Hut An Austrian restaurant combining good food and entertainment.A lively evening including yodelling, accordion and the highly original tirolean cow bell.
Location: Westbourne Grove
Postcode: W2 4UA MAP Telephone: 020 7727 3981
URL: http://www.tirolerhut.co.uk
Vama Established in 1998 as an upmarket Indian restaurant on the King's Road, Vama put it's name on the map after winning the coveted Carlton Best London Restaurant Award in 2000.
Location: Chelsea
Postcode: SW10 0LJ MAP Telephone: 020 7351 4118
URL: http://www.vama.co.uk
Whits Restaurant and bar.
Location: Abingdon Road
Postcode: W8 6AH MAP Telephone: 020 7938 1122
URL: http://www.whits.co.uk
Zaika It was voted the best Indian restaurant in London at the 2003 'London Restaurant Awards' and in January 2004 was one of the first Indian restaurants in the country to be awarded a Michelin star.
Location: Kensington
Postcode: W8 5SF MAP Telephone: 020 7795 6533
URL: http://www.zaika-restaurant.co.uk
