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1. OXO Tower Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(375)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Waterloo
Booked 5 times today
Drawing in Londoners for nearly three decades, OXO Tower Restaurant is an iconic landmark on London’s South Bank, sharing the eighth floor of the OXO Tower with a trendy Bar and a lively Brasserie. Guests can take in the amazing views of St Paul’s and the city’s skyline while enjoying lunch, afternoon tea or dinner at the times listed below.With an expansive garden terrace and floor-to-ceiling windows, OXO Tower Restaurant is an ideal place to enjoy a seasonal British menu. With a focus on flavour, provenance and high-quality produce and a wine list of over 800 wines, it offers an elegant dining experience to celebrate an array of occasions.OXO Tower Restaurant in London is just an eight minute walk from Southwark and Waterloo stations and a ten minute walk from Blackfriars station. Located in London’s cultural district, visitors can easily walk to the National Theatre, Big Ben, the London Eye, Trafalgar Square and more.
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2. Los Mochis London City
4.3
Awesome(1239)
Price: Very Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Liverpool Street
Booked 175 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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3. St. JOHN Smithfield
4.8
Exceptional(4269)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Farringdon
Booked 50 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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4. Roast
4.2
Awesome(12008)
Price: Expensive
• British • London Bridge
Booked 48 times today
Deliciously British, Roast is aptly situated in Britain’s oldest food market. We are dedicated to classical British cooking and using the finest seasonal produce. Our dishes wines and cocktails are constantly evolving and, wherever you sit, there is a view- either into our open kitchen, over Borough Market or onto St. Paul’s Cathedral.
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5. Hawksmoor Air Street
4.5
Awesome(13688)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Piccadilly
Booked 126 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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6. Hawksmoor Seven Dials
4.6
Exceptional(13232)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Covent Garden
Booked 107 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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7. Riding House Fitzrovia
4.4
Awesome(4906)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Fitzrovia
Booked 56 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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8. Radio Rooftop
4.1
Excellent(821)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Covent Garden
Booked 84 times today
If your preferred date or time is unavailable, please contact us at 020 7379 6606 or email reservations@radiomelondon.com. Our team will make every effort to accommodate your request.“ABOVE THE NOISE, WE MAKE OUR OWN”Welcome to RADIO – where the skyline meets the city lights. Where taste, sound & sights come alive to excite your senses.Immerse yourself in the rich history of broadcasting. This very location is the site of the first ever BBC broadcast in November 1922 from what was then Marconi House. Elevating the ME London Rooftop experience, our bar offers sophisticated & unique cocktail creation, eye-catching mixology with inspirational & imaginative small plate indulgences. Enjoy our Asian inspired food ‘art’ against a backdrop of the most stunning views in London as the music transports you above the mediocre.Let the vibe carry you to new heights, away from the bustle of the city to a unique and extraordinary place
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9. Cecconi's
4.6
Exceptional(3129)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mayfair
Booked 104 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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10. Town
4.5
Awesome(92)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary British • Covent Garden
Booked 51 times today
Town is a new restaurant and bar from chef and restaurateur Stevie Parle.At Town, we work closely with pioneering farmers and producers who share our belief in a better way of growing food. We serve Wildfarmed Beef from our own herd of 100% grass-fed cows raised in Oxfordshire, along with exceptional hogget, pork and eggs from L.A.M. Farm in Kent, fruit and vegetables from sustainability trailblazer Susanna Sait at The Goods Shed, Canterbury and world-class cured meats from Coombeshead Farm in Cornwall.Town isn't just a restaurant, it is a way of thinking about food, farming, hospitality and fun.At Town Bar, our cocktails come from Kevin Armstrong at World's 50 Best Bar, Satan's Whiskers in Bethnal Green.
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