Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Clerkenwell

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BankBatterseaBelgraviaBloomsburyChancery LaneChelsea

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1. Imperial China

new

4.4

Awesome(4)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Leicester Square

Booked 4 times today

Imperial China stands in the heart of China Town and has been there for over 30 years, one of the longest standing restaurants of the area and one of the largest. It spans over 3 floors hidden a quiet, secret nook in the middle of the hustle and bustle. As you enter, you cross a traditional wooden Chinese bridge which overlooks a Koi fish pond in the peaceful courtyard. The interior is elegantly decorated to represent elements of the Chinese Emperor's grand Imperial Palace.Our new, yet highly experienced Head Chef Poon, has meticulously designed his menu which consists of traditional Cantonese dim sum, popular South-East Asian dishes as well as rare & traditional Chinese delicacies, all freshly prepared daily and served straight from our kitchen.

2. Twenty8 NoMad

4.8

Exceptional(4)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Covent Garden

Booked 11 times today

New York Nostalgia meets French Brasserie at NoMad London’s new restaurant; Twenty8 NoMad. Led by Executive Chef Zak Gregoire and Culinary Director Bryce Shuman, classic dishes such as Steak Frites are accompanied by nods to NYC; a wild garlic flatbread using a secret dough recipe acquired from one of Little Italy’s most beloved pizza shops and the return of the NoMad Chicken served with black truffles and foie gras; NoMad New York’s most coveted dish. The bar programme, led by Leo Robitschek, honours the classics; from Martinis through the ages to the cocktails that changed New York’s modern-day bar scene.Please note that we are a cashless restaurant.

3. Tamarind

4.7

Exceptional(3912)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • Mayfair

Booked 32 times today

Tamarind provides a classic combination of indisputable knowledge, unique experience and tradition that holds worldwide recognition. The restaurant offers guests a sophisticated fine dining experience with effortlessly charming staff, discrete service and tantalising food that few can compete with, ensuring guests come back for more.Please note that only children over the age of 10 are permitted for the dinner service starting at 5.30pm. Due to the high demand of the restaurant, tables are offered for 2 hours. If your preferred time or party size is unavailable please contact reservations directly on 02076293561.The dress code is Smart Casual. Sportswear, shorts and hats are not permitted.

4. Trinity

4.9

Exceptional(3660)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• European • Clapham

Booked 33 times today

Trinity reopened in October 2015 with the same ethos, culture and team whilst recreating a new and refreshing backdrop - retaining its sophistication and remaining a restaurant of significance in Clapham. An alfresco dining area accommodates 16 guests, the dining room seating 40 guests that now have a clear view into an open plan kitchen with banquette seating surrounded by the soft hues of jade green and dusty heather pink. Staying true to his style of cookery, the new menu will focus on Adam’s interpretation of great classics in a relaxed and approachable setting. The kitchen presents a four course a la carte menu for a set price of £70 for lunch and £120 for dinner. The wine list continues to offer great value with the Chef's Cellar List (just add VAT and corkage), increasing both our quantity and quality and a overall extension to the main wine list of up to 400 bins now on display in the feature wine cellar on the ground floor.

5. Gaia

4.7

Exceptional(15)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Mayfair

Booked 19 times today

GAIA aims to showcase the core elements of Grecian culture.Combining warm hospitality with intricate details and alluring aspects, GAIA creates a journey of discovery in each and every visit, enticing the explorer within. The homegrown food, beverage and lifestyle concept was born of a collaboration between Evgeny Kuzin and Chef Izu Ani.

A photo of Victor Garvey at The Midland Grand restaurant

6. Victor Garvey at The Midland Grand

4.6

Exceptional(59)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • King's Cross

Booked 4 times today

An historic icon reborn, The Midland Grand Dining Room is a celebration ofFrench haute cuisine, now under the leadership of Michelin-starred chefVictor Garvey. Set within the opulent St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel, thislegendary dining room has been meticulously reimagined for a new era withrefinement, theatricality, and unparalleled service.The adjoining Gothic Bar, a late-night destination, offers exceptionalcocktails, rare absinthe selections, and elevated bar dining in an atmosphericsetting, under the stewardship of renowned Bar Manager Jack Porter.Curated by acclaimed developer and hotelier Harry Handelsman, thiscollaboration marks a bold new chapter for one of London’s most iconicdining destinations.

7. The Wolseley

4.6

Exceptional(3944)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • St. James's

Booked 28 times today

Combining British heritage with European grandeur, The Wolseley is an all-day café-restaurant on London’s iconic Piccadilly. Renowned for its spectacular interior, immaculately presented classic food and seamless service, it is open from early until late, seven days a week.

8. Pavyllon

4.6

Exceptional(354)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Mayfair

Booked 23 times today

Pavyllon London brings the artistry of multi-Michelin-starred French Chef Yannick Alléno to the heart of London. This fine yet approachable neighbourhood restaurant combines innovation and craftsmanship in every plate, creating a dining experience that is both sophisticated and unpretentious. Guests can enjoy front-row culinary theatre at the counter or soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Bar Antoine. Pavyllon London is a celebration of exquisite food, warm hospitality, and a lust for life. Reserve your table today and experience modern dining in the heart of Mayfair.

A photo of Margot Restaurant - Covent Garden restaurant

9. Margot Restaurant - Covent Garden

4.6

Exceptional(2805)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Covent Garden

Booked 26 times today

Margot salutes Italy and its many regions with an emphasis on great food and great service. Celebrating the glamour and charm of Italian design and craft in simple elegance, Margot combines comfort and refinement in a lively setting.

10. Mimi Mei Fair

4.3

Awesome(109)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Mayfair

Booked 24 times today

A celebration of Chinese culinary art, situated within an unassuming Georgian townhouse and tucked away on Mayfair’s Curzon Street, our three-story restaurant is imagined as the private residence of Empress MiMi – keeper of the most revered Chinese culinary secrets.Ideal for sharing and feasting, Empress MiMi’s revered recipes come to life in her home away from home through a fusion of traditional flavours over intimate dinner parties and soirees.

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Andrew
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic food and service. A special treat for our clients when we visit London.
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TamarindPrice: Very Expensive• Indian• Mayfair
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4.7
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Mark
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Utterly faultless. Food brilliant, service impeccable.
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TrinityPrice: Very Expensive• European• Clapham
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4.9
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Liz
London •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Having visited the Nomad restaurant previously I was keen to see the new improvements and rebranded Twenty8 restaurant. It’s such a good location in the heart of Covent Garden. The room now has a lovely light and airy feel in the daylight and turns ambient and romantic later in the evening. There is a DJ on a Friday/Saturday, it added a fun vibe not hardcore pulsing music just nice background tunes. The food was really good, reluctant to say improved as enjoyed it before but had stepped up a notch. The staff and service were excellent, everyone greeted us with a smile and friendly attitude. We had a very enjoyable evening. It’s now a cool, sophisticated but not too stuffy place to eat, a destination in itself as supposed to just a hotel restaurant. Great food, service and cocktails!
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Twenty8 NoMadPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Covent Garden
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4.8
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Patricia
London •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 3, 2025
Excellent food and service as usual at this restaurant
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Imperial ChinaPrice: Expensive• Chinese• Leicester Square
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4.4
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OpenTable DinerVIP
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 1, 2025
Great experience , amazing food
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GaiaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Mayfair
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4.7

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