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1. Zephyr
4.7
Exceptional(672)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Notting Hill
Booked 93 times today
West London melts away as chargrilled meat and fish are drizzled and dressed with modern-mezze flavours amidst a plethora of interpretive feasting dishes.Layered dining promotes a flowing service that gives flavours room to breathe.
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2. The Ledbury
4.9
Exceptional(2856)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Notting Hill
Booked 18 times today
The Ledbury is located the heart of Notting Hill.Since opening in 2005, it has become one of London's more established restaurants, gaining 3 Michelin stars in 2024. The restaurant prides itself on showcasing seasonal ingredients along with their own Deer, Jersey Cows and Iberian Pigs which are reared by Chef/Owner Brett Graham. After a 2 year hiatus, The Ledbury reopened with a new look dining room and their own in house Fungarium. The kitchen is being overseen by Head Chef Tom Spenceley and the dining room is headed up by General Manager Jack Settle.
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3. Riding House Fitzrovia
4.4
Awesome(4897)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Fitzrovia
Booked 81 times today
Riding House Fitzrovia is a hit with locals and visitors alike, known for its fun, informal neighborhood vibe and high-quality Modern European cuisine. The restaurant's ambiance is consistently praised in reviews, with customers describing it as 'lively,' 'welcoming,' and 'trendy.' The food is also highly rated, with many reviewers noting the 'excellent' and 'delicious' dishes. It's a place that offers great food, excellent service, and a vibrant atmosphere, making it a 'hot spot' in Fitzrovia.
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4. Hawksmoor Air Street
4.4
Awesome(13577)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Piccadilly
Booked 105 times today
The Hawksmoor Air Street menu is equally steak and seafood, receiving some of the freshest produce from Brixham Market & high standard UK beef, as well as cocktails made by award-winning bartenders.
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5. The Parakeet
4.8
Exceptional(846)
Price: Very Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Kentish Town
Booked 45 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 July open on the 1st June 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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6. The Ivy Asia, Mayfair
4.3
Awesome(3437)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Marble Arch
Booked 159 times today
Discover beautifully prepared Asian-inspired dining. Discover incredible cocktails full of artistic flair and carefree character. Discover electric entertainment to take you late into the night. Discover The Ivy Asia, Mayfair. Located in the heart of London's most exclusive neighbourhood, you'll find this restaurant to be the ultimate escape for tourists, locals and sophisticated shoppers alike. A beautifully balanced blend of the past and the present, The Ivy Asia, Mayfair is furnished with a flair for the extraordinary. From the dazzling, green stone floor to the stunning antique decor on display, it's designed to wow from the moment you enter until it's time to leave.
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7. Hakkasan Mayfair
4.5
Awesome(7876)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Mayfair
Booked 31 times today
Hakkasan Mayfair is a hot spot because of its stellar reputation for modern Cantonese cuisine and mixology. The Michelin star since 2011, and the constant high ratings in reviews, reflect the excellent quality of food and service. The menu, with signature dishes like the Chilean Seabass and Crispy Duck Salad, is a hit with patrons. The ambiance is often described as 'beautiful' and 'cool', adding to the overall dining experience.
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8. Bacchanalia
4.4
Awesome(1172)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Mayfair
Booked 148 times today
Bacchanalia is a hot spot because of its unique and inviting atmosphere. With reviews praising the restaurant's impeccable service, mouthwatering dishes, and vibrant ambiance, it's clear why it's a hit among diners. The restaurant's authentic Greek cuisine and dramatic artworks by Damien Hirst are just a few of the elements that contribute to its allure. It's a perfect place for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends.
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9. Hawksmoor Seven Dials
4.6
Exceptional(13179)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Covent Garden
Booked 89 times today
Hawksmoor Seven Dials – Steak, Seafood & Cocktails in Covent Garden.Tucked away in a former brewery just off Seven Dials, Hawksmoor is the spot for seriously good steak, seafood, and cocktails right in the heart of Covent Garden. Whether you’re settling in for a long lunch, grabbing a bite before or after the theatre, or just fancy a perfectly chilled martini at the bar, it’s the kind of place that feels special without being stuffy.The menu is all about top-quality British produce—grass-fed native-breed beef cooked over charcoal, sustainable seafood, and proper seasonal sides. And if you’re around on a Sunday, the roast is not to be missed: dry-aged beef, crispy beef-dripping roast potatoes, and ginormous Yorkshire puddings. Basically, great food, good people, and a place you’ll want to come back to.
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10. Cecconi's
4.6
Exceptional(3084)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mayfair
Booked 132 times today
Cecconi's is a hot spot in London due to its excellent food, service, and ambience. Reviewers consistently praise the restaurant for its vibrant yet traditional environment, with one even calling it a 'classic London hot spot'. The food, from 'Cicchetti' to 'Lobster Spaghetti', is described as 'super', 'excellent', and 'to die for', and the service is always 'friendly', 'professional', and 'attentive'. The location in Mayfair is also highlighted for its 'fantastic vibe', 'beautiful surroundings', and 'great location and decor'. It's a place that 'always exceeds expectations' and 'is always outstanding'.
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