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1. The Quality Chop House
4.8
Exceptional(2644)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Farringdon
Booked 24 times today
The Quality Chop House is a foodie haven known for its seasonally-focused menus that change daily, featuring the best produce. Customers rave about the high standard of food and the interesting choices, praising the quality, creativity, and professionalism. It's also noted for its cosy yet vibrant atmosphere, attentive service, and brilliant wine list. The restaurant offers a £25 set lunch menu and a Sunday roast, and even a private dining room for special occasions.
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2. Jolene Newington Green
4.7
Exceptional(1316)
Price: Expensive
• British • Stoke Newington
Booked 39 times today
Jolene Newington Green is a foodie's haven. Reviews rave about its 'exceptional experience', 'delightful fusion of flavors and ingredients' and 'seasonal ingredients and attention to detail'. The menu, which changes weekly, promises an 'exciting menu' with something for everyone's tastes. The restaurant's ambiance is frequently praised, making it a perfect spot for a 'memorable evening' or a 'nice evening out'.
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3. Los Mochis London City
4.3
Awesome(1214)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Liverpool Street
Booked 121 times today
Where Mexican & Japanese Cuisines Meet with City ViewsPerched above Broadgate Circle, Los Mochis London City promises an unparalleled fusion of vibrant Mexican and Japanese flavours with breathtaking city views. Explore diverse spaces, from the main dining area with a sushi bar to a scenic rooftop terrace, an intimate private dining room, a chic Agaveria bar & lounge, and an exclusive omakase experience. Each zone offers a unique ambiance, providing an unforgettable backdrop to savour the cityscape. Embark on a culinary journey that seamlessly blends Mexican and Japanese influences at Los Mochis London City, a top destination for a dynamic dining experience in the heart of the city.
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4. St. JOHN Marylebone
4.6
Exceptional(731)
Price: Expensive
• British • Marylebone
Booked 32 times today
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5. Goldies
4.3
Awesome(159)
Price: Moderate
• Grill • Soho
Booked 21 times today
Goldies’ menu focuses on the use of a wood-fired grill, with a selection of small and large plates connected by rich, smoky flavours. Highlights include a Marinated Baby Chicken with smoked yoghurt, the incredible BBQ Corn mixed in a delicious Parsley Butter and the unique Goldies Burger. In a nod to the founders’ French roots, variations of the iconic Frites are the signature of the restaurant, which are hand-cut and twice-cooked, in either beef dripping or vegetable oil.The design of the space is centred on the expertise of wood-fired cooking, with kitchen counter seating to create a dramatic dining experience for guests. The interiors are cosy and vibrant, with contemporary decoration, terracotta warm tones and a groovy musical atmosphere. Goldies features a noteworthy terrace that fits 30 guests.
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6. St. JOHN Smithfield
4.8
Exceptional(4257)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Farringdon
Booked 55 times today
Fergus Henderson’s original home of “Nose to Tail Eating” opened in a former smokehouse around the corner from Smithfield Market in 1994.Celebrating the finest of indigenous British produce and making the most of what is seasonally best whilst applying straight forward cooking techniques, St. John is now celebrated as one of the 50 Best Restaurants in the World and in 2009 was awarded its first Michelin Star.Nose to tail eating means that, where appropriate, every part of the animal should be put to good use in the kitchen and so along with Roast Beef and Lemon Sole, diners will find Rolled Pig’s Spleen, Kidneys and Ox Heart, Liver and Chitterlings as well as the Roast Bone Marrow & Parsley Salad, something of a ‘signature’ dish.
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7. Decimo at The Standard, London
4.0
Excellent(855)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • King's Cross
Booked 19 times today
Michelin-starred Chef Peter Sanchez-Iglesias merges the Spanish cuisine of his family with his love of Mexico for his debut London restaurant, Decimo.Expect lots of flavour - Gambas Rojas, mezcal cocktails, and a dramatically different tortilla. Situated on the 10th floor of The Standard, London, Decimo is uniquely positioned with floor-to-ceiling windows and dramatic views across the London skyline and is accessible by our exterior red-pill lift.Please note: The last booking for children under 16 is 6pm
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8. Bocconcino Soho
4.3
Awesome(1125)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Soho
Booked 29 times today
Nestled in the heart of Soho's bustling streets, Bocconcino offers an exquisite blend of traditional Italian gastronomy and contemporary London dining. Our restaurant showcases modern Italian elegance, with interiors featuring warm tones and marble accents. Our menu celebrates Italy's culinary heritage, marking us a standout Italian restaurant in Soho.Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as a top 'Italian Restaurant in London' and nominated for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining.Every Friday and Saturday, and for Saturday brunch, our restaurant with a DJ comes alive. Our ground floor vibrates with energy from live DJs, making Bocconcino the prime choice for a bottomless brunch or fine dining in Soho.
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9. The Parakeet
4.8
Exceptional(861)
Price: Very Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Kentish Town
Booked 41 times today
Fire led modern European cooking, served in a warm vibrant dining room. Reservations open on the 1st of each month for the following month, for groups up to 6 guests. Bookings for August open on the 1st July at 10am. For larger groups please email bookings@theparakeetpub.com. We serve our A la Carte menu Monday to Saturday, and Roasts on Sundays.
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10. Tollington's
4.6
Exceptional(97)
Price: Expensive
• Fish • Holloway
Booked 22 times today
We do take a limited number of online bookings but walk-ins are very welcome (and encouraged)!Tired of the loosely French inspired humdrum of restaurants popping up across the city of London? Do you like holidays? Do you like cold drinks and warm service? If you've answered yes to one or more of these then perhaps Tollington's can refresh both your pallet and your mindThe idea came from a mirror in an antiques market and a love for a more informal approach to dining, the result a chippy in North London with church pews bolted to the walls to be leaned on and eaten from. The focus is on fish but the menu transcends just fish, leaving no stone unturned in the never ending quest for flavour Split between two rooms, the kitchen and bar shared by customers as they perch on bar stools and enjoy dinner and a show. The back room - lower lighting, lower seating, a slight calm compared to the front room. Works of art from friends of the restaurant adorn the walls and floors
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