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1. St. JOHN Smithfield

4.8

Exceptional(4106)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • Farringdon

Booked 58 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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2. Restaurant St. Barts

4.8

Exceptional(106)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • Farringdon

Booked 4 times today

A British Tasting Menu experience for Dinner, and shorter Set Menu for Lunch - tucked away in London’s Smithfield the dining room overlooks the historical Church of St Bartholomew the Great. We received our first Michelin Star in March 2023 and were awarded a Michelin Green Star in February 2024 - making us the only London restaurant to hold both awards.Tues - Sat Dinner | Tasting Menu | £160ppTues - Sat Lunch | Short or Long Set Lunch | £70/£110ppRestaurant St. Barts is the culmination of passion & hard work from three long-term friends Johnnie, Luke & Toby - the team behind NEST restaurant in Shoreditch. It is a celebration of British produce in the heart of historical London.

3. Half Cup

4.6

Exceptional(25)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • London Bridge

Booked 4 times today

Close to the beautiful St. Paul's Cathedral, our mission is for all to experience brunch the way we love: homemade, tasty and pretty! From the decadent Oreo French Toast, to the Fried Chicken & Waffle to the classic with a twist Hash Benedict we've got it all for the best casual brunch experience.

4. The Jugged Hare

4.4

Awesome(1440)

Price: Expensive

• British • Barbican

Booked 3 times today

London’s leading game restaurant prides itself on full flavours, innovative ideas and perfectly executed dishes at every service. From classic cuts and succulent steaks to squirrel croquettes and crispy crumbed pheasant, a focus on both traditional and lesser-known (but always seasonal), British ingredients served alongside independent boutique wines makes this handsome gastro pub a game-changing drinking and dining spot for the City.

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5. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

4.4

Awesome(7383)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • St Paul's

Booked 255 times today

Serving theatrical drinks and cocktails late into the night alongside a delicious menu of Asian-inspired dishes. The vibrant and playful destination entertains, inspires and excites guests from the moment they step inside.Our dress code is smart-casual and quite relaxed. We just ask that the general look does not appear too sporty i.e. tracksuits/football shirts/baseball caps. Smart trainers are allowed. We do not allow flip flops to be worn.

6. Sexy Fish London

4.5

Awesome(3047)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Mayfair

Booked 84 times today

Sexy Fish is an Asian restaurant and bar located on the corner of Berkeley Square, Mayfair, serving Japanese-inspired sushi, sashimi, seafood, fish, and meat cooked on a Robata grill.

7. Gallery

4.7

Exceptional(8082)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary British • Covent Garden

Booked 49 times today

Introducing Gallery (formerly known as Thames Foyer), a vibrant space at the heart of the hotel for drinking and dining, where guests can enjoy a perfect blend of our theatrical flair and relaxed charm.The beautiful new space will seamlessly integrate contemporary style whilst remaining true to our much loved heritage. Innovative menus, carefully crafted by our talented culinary team, will entice you in showcasing traditional recipes with a modern twist.The Savoy’s legendary afternoon tea will return, in addition to breakfast, coffee, lunch, cocktail hour and dinner.Our delectable lunch offering will be available between 12:30 and 17:30 on a walk in basis.*Please note that any reservations made are subject to the timely completion of the renovation and we may need to contact you to offer alternative dates should we experience a delay with the work.Dress code: smart casual.

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8. Hawksmoor Guildhall

4.6

Exceptional(4419)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Bank

Booked 24 times today

Situated in the heart of The City, Hawksmoor Guildhall is a British steak and seafood restaurant serving lunch and dinner, including a cocktail bar and private dining room for larger groups.

9. Balthazar London

4.3

Awesome(5304)

Price: Expensive

• French • Covent Garden

Booked 141 times today

Balthazar is located in Covent Garden in the heart of Theatreland and a very short walk from the Royal Opera House. It offers a French brasserie-inspired menu with an abundance of fruits de mer as well as a wide selection of classical French brasserie and bistro dishes.

10. Hakkasan Mayfair

4.6

Exceptional(7864)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Mayfair

Booked 30 times today

With 12 restaurants across the globe, located in the United States, Middle East, India, Asia and Europe, Hakkasan offers guests a world-class culinary experience. Our second London location in Mayfair delivers exceptional modern Cantonese cuisine, innovative mixology, and dramatic design, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience for guests.The menu uses the finest ingredients and expert traditional techniques to create timeless yet innovative signature dishes such as the Chilean Seabass and Crispy Duck Salad.The wine list is one of the most influential in the industry, and the bar team ride the waves of innovation, ensuring they are always ahead of the curve

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Louise
London •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always totally superb food, wines and service! Thank you St John for always being special!
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St. JOHN SmithfieldPrice: Very Expensive• British• Farringdon
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4.8
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Danielle
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We booked our table very early at 11:45 and we're the first ones in so could see the interiors and how they are laid out. Service was excellent, we had the festive tasting menu for 2, there was so much food, we struggled to get through it and left some. We took our puddings away in a box. Be prepared excludig alcohol to pay £75 - £100 per head for an epic experience. Would definitely go back. I took my daughter for her birthday as she wanted to go and it was fantastic.
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The Ivy Asia, St. Paul'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• St Paul's
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4.4
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Tim
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 Dec 2024
The food was amazing and the staff were all very professional and welcoming. We even got extra courses that weren't on the menu as Christmas specials.
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Restaurant St. BartsPrice: Very Expensive• British• Farringdon
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4.8
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Heather
Lincolnshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Dec 2024
They accommodated a table of 9 of us at a very busy time of year. Fantastic service and food.
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Half CupPrice: Moderate• Contemporary British• London Bridge
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4.6
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Alexander Seadon
London •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
It's game season! Food was excellent and a great environment in which to enjoy some very special dishes. Service was generally good.
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The Jugged HarePrice: Expensive• British• Barbican
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4.4

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1. St. JOHN Smithfield

2. Restaurant St. Barts

3. Half Cup

4. The Jugged Hare

5. The Ivy Asia, St. Paul's

6. Sexy Fish London

7. Gallery

8. Hawksmoor Guildhall

9. Balthazar London

10. Hakkasan Mayfair

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