Restaurants in London
London offers its expat diners a melting pot of cultures and cuisines, making this one of the world’s ultimate dining destinations. Top areas to eat out in are Mayfair, Covent Garden, Soho or Chelsea. For curries head to Brick Lane; for Asian food make a beeline for Chinatown, and to Brixton for African and Caribbean. Don’t miss true British cuisine in the form of traditional fish and chips, wrapped up in newspaper for take away.
A recent phenomenon is the emergence of the gastropub where local boozers have hired in chefs and now offer very decent meals and wines to accompany the pints of ale. Eating out in London is certainly expensive, with even lunchtime meals costing up to GBP10 and a meal at a good restaurant with wine costing from GBP20 per head. See www.london-eating.co.uk for more details on restaurants.
A recent phenomenon is the emergence of the gastropub where local boozers have hired in chefs and now offer very decent meals and wines to accompany the pints of ale. Eating out in London is certainly expensive, with even lunchtime meals costing up to GBP10 and a meal at a good restaurant with wine costing from GBP20 per head. See www.london-eating.co.uk for more details on restaurants.
Avenue
Top modern British and Mediterranean food in a minimalist environment; great value and always full with local St James clientele.
Telephone: (0)20 7321 2111
Star of India
A long-time leader in modern Indian cuisine, this classic eatery has interesting menus and specials that justifies its relatively steep prices.
Telephone: (0)20 7373 2901
1 Lombard Street
A city institution always full with investment bankers and enjoying the á la carte menu with its seasonal specialities and excellent wine list.
Telephone: (0)20 7929 6611
Montpeliano
An old school Italian eatery serving authentic food with top-notch service.
Telephone: (0)20 7589 0032
The Abingdon
Fun and sociable gastropub off High Street Kensington; the organic salmon with Jerusalem artichokes is awesome.
Telephone: (0)20 7937 3339
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay
Its three Michelin stars, one of only two British restaurants to achieve it, is reason enough to eat here for most.
Telephone: (0)20 7352 4441
Fire and Stone
Great wood fired pizza in a cosy atmosphere with contemporary trimmings and warm welcome; conveniently located in Covent Garden.
Telephone: 0844 371 2550
Carnaby Restaurant
Sophisticated menu with great views of the bustle on the street outside.
Telephone: 020 7297 5555
54 Farringdon
Stylish yet understated; serving modern European and Malaysian cuisine composed of only free range, organic and local produce
Telephone: 020 7336 0603
Zaika
Contemporary Indian with huge handfuls of spicy creativity makes this a sensational Indian eatery worth seeking out in trendy Kensington.
Telephone: 020 7795 6533
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