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Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in London

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in London? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Tangawizi restaurant
4.9
4.9 (915)
£26 to £40
Indian
Richmond
About the restaurant
Tangawizi restaurant in London’s East Twickenham, close to Richmond Bridge, earned the well-heeled locals’ devotion right from the off. The chef is ‘trained by and strongly recommended by Vineet Bhatia’ and that’s saying quite a lot. The dining room is very smart, mood-enhancingly lit in saffron and blackberry with details of beautiful sari fabric inlaid in the tables. Dishes are authentic North Indian, but cutting-edge and contemporary, the way we Londoners like them: the freshest of ingredients, little oil, sparkling flavours. Try the mixed platter of starters to share to really browse the possibilities, then choose something like spicy marinated red snapper in tempura batter served with cheddar and Parmesan risotto, with one of the lovely dahls on the side. The traditionally-clad waitstaff are very attentive and the whole experience a winner.
Top review
Dee
Dined 1 day ago
Great cozy Indian restaurant, lovely food and very attentive staff. I would only make one recommendation is to have fresh juices options and better tasting mocktails. Overall we enjoyed our meal and service!
A photo of Wiltons restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1106)
£41 and over
British
Green Park
About the restaurant
Wiltons, established in 1742, has consistently enjoyed a reputation as the epitome of fine British dining in London.
George William Wilton provided the finest oysters to the traders of London"s Haymarket. Today Wiltons continues that tradition and continues to serve the finest oysters, seafood and game.
Wiltons combines a modern philosophy on service with all that is traditionally British to create the perfect dining experience.

If you are making a reservation for groups of 6 or more, please contact Wiltons directly.

Should you have any special requests i.e birthday cakes or champagne, please contact Wiltons directly upon making your reservation.

We politely ask that gentlemen wear long sleeved shirts and long trousers, no sportswear or open toed sandals.

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Fei
Dined 7 days ago
I really love the seafood player. The shrimp is so fresh with the taste of sweetness. Love the cucumber martini as well. Highly recommend the try the fish pie, the egg on the top is cooked in a very interesting way.
A photo of Il Bacino restaurant
4.9
4.9 (222)
£25 and under
Italian
Wapping
About the restaurant
Welcome to Il Bacino, where fine food & wine meets Italian ambience
Top review
Veronika
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Absolutely great food the portions are huge very kind stuff we was very happy that we chose IlBianco 🥰
A photo of Sapore Vero - Hither Green restaurant
4.9
4.9 (151)
£25 and under
Pizzeria
Hither Green
About the restaurant
We pride ourselves on our fresh, authentic Italian food and are passionate about bringing this taste to London. Our ingredients are carefully sourced from the best suppliers and many of our dishes are made with speciality Denominazione di Origine Protetta (DOP) foods direct from Italy.

As well as sourcing the best Italian ingredients, we’ve also developed our own special pizza base recipe. Our UNICA pizza dough is made with a multigrain blend of flours that is vitamin-rich and packed with fibre while delivering the same delicious taste. Low in sugar and high in antioxidants, this is pizza that is good for you!

Our restaurants are a little corner of Italia in south east London. Cosy but elegant, with the warmth of family-friendly service delivered with the best wood-fired pizza you’ll find outside of Naples. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Jen
Dined on May 17, 2025
We were running 5mins late for our booked table. We were welcomed straight away and drinks order taken. Our table was wiped and set and we were good to go. Appetizers took a little time to arrive as the restaurant was full and buzzing! Main course arrived and I just wish that my arrabiata had been a smidge more punchy. Overall, a lovely meal out :)
A photo of Assaggi restaurant
4.9
4.9 (99)
£41 and over
Italian
Notting Hill
About the restaurant
Assaggi Restaurant - Italian fine dining since 1996. Superb quality food in a welcoming and intimate surrounding.

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MauerVIP
Dined on Jun 27, 2025
Assagi is a gem of a place tucked away on the first floor of a gorgeous townhouse. Service is very attentive and I appreciated the recommendations made. Food was impeccably fresh and deliciously prepared. And the room is charming with high ceilings and big windows. I would definitely visit again the next time I’m in London.
A photo of 56 Westow restaurant
4.9
4.9 (15)
£26 to £40
Spanish
Gipsy Hill
About the restaurant
We are a neighbourhood restaurant and late night bar in the heart of Crystal Palace. Our food is inspired by the flavours, colours & scents of the Iberian peninsular. Our ethical wine list is designed to match our food as well as showcasing low intervention & independent vineyards. Grab a cocktail and tapas in our bar area or settle in for the night in our dining room or private booth.

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Jessica
Dined on May 29, 2025
Friendly staff and good service. Very yummy food I would recommend it.
A photo of Annab Brasserie restaurant
4.9
4.9 (52)
£41 and over
Lebanese
Fulham
About the restaurant
From the heart of Beirut to your dining table, Annab invites you on a culinary expedition of Lebanese delights. Situated in the vibrant neighbourhood of Fulham, London, our restaurant encapsulates the essence of Lebanon's diverse flavours and vibrant culture, delivering an authentic experience that captures the spirit of this captivating cuisine. With our warm hospitality and genuine Lebanese cuisine, we create an unforgettable dining experience that transports you to the lively streets of Lebanon.
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JUSTINVIP
Dined on May 24, 2025
Another lovely dinner at Annab. Always such warm, friendly and professional service. Food as ever fresh and also original at times. The slow cooked lamb on the bone a personal favourite. And the deserts are really fab...the baklava ice-cream is to die for!
A photo of Kateh restaurant
4.8
4.8 (595)
£26 to £40
Persian
Maida Vale
About the restaurant
Thank you for choosing Kateh. We look forward to serving you.
Top review
EllenVIP
Dined today
One of the consistently best restaurants in London. Fantastic food and perfect service.
A photo of Locanda Ottoemezzo restaurant
4.8
4.8 (359)
£41 and over
Italian
Kensington
About the restaurant
Pizza and lunch is ONLY served next door at our Cafe Ottomezzo. For evening bookings, please specify if you would like Cafe/Pizzaria or Restaurant seating.

The owners of Locanda Ottoemezzo Italian restaurant in London’s Kensington, just a few moments’ walk from the High Street, are film aficionados extraordinaire. In particular, their admiration of Federico Fellini’s masterpiece 8 ½ has inspired them to name their delightful restaurant after it and to decorate the interior with 8 1/2 – themed details. The general vibe of this charming and accomplished neighbourhood restaurant is vibrant and warm and full of colour with collectors’ details like rare LPs, books, instruments and a precious 1963 poster of the film. Yet there’s nothing gimmicky about Locanda Ottoemezzo. The perfect house risotto is always on the menu here served with a theatrical flourish from a rind of parmesan.

Top review
Andy
Dined on Jun 20, 2025
Locanda Ottoemezzo, although located in a delightful area of South Kensington, is like stepping into a little corner of Italy; with the typically warm and friendly staff one would expect. The menu was superb, with just the right range of options, to avoid the agonising choices which one can face with an over-complicated bill of fare. The food was authentic and utterly delicious; not to mention the house speciality home-made focaccia bread, served with typical Italian generosity - and absolutely to die for! I can’t praise the staff at this restaurant highly enough. They made us welcome, they were warm and friendly, and looked after us like royalty. We will definitely be back to visit when we next come to London. Fabulous in every respect.
A photo of Bistro Union restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1016)
£26 to £40
British
Clapham
About the restaurant
Located at 40 Abbeville Road in the centre of Abbeville Village, Bistro Union is owned and run by the team behind Trinity, Clapham Old Town.
A British neighbourhood Bistro where the menu is made up of British Classics; changing seasonally to reflect the best of our indigenous ingredients.

We welcome reservations, for Lunch or Dinner, please call us if the time you want is not available.

Top review
David
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
Went to one of the chef series events at Bistro Union. Was incredible food and great service. Can highly recommend
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