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A photo of Cloth Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(248)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional French • Farringdon
Booked 30 times today
Having spent years supplying London’s top restaurants through their separate wine businesses, Joe Haynes and Benedict Butterworth have joined forces with Tom Hurst, who has worked at Brawn, The Marksman, Levan, and most recently as Head Chef at Lasdun, to launch the trio’s first restaurant together.Located in a Grade II listed building on Cloth Fair, Cloth Restaurant is part of a historic row of buildings in the City of London that survived the Great Fire of 1666. Down this atmospheric alley opposite St Bartholomew church, Cloth is taking over a double fronted corner site that’s beneath the former home of poet John Betjeman and next door to the two oldest residential buildings in London. Inside, low ceilings, wood floorboards with antique wall lights and artwork create a cosy, intimate atmosphere, while marble tables, long dark wood banquettes, antique crockery and cutlery will create the feel of a classic bistro.
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4.7
Exceptional(1405)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Barbican
Booked 17 times today
Open for over three decades, Le Cafe du Marche remains a family run, independent French restaurant. Tucked down a cobbled mews on the corner of historic Charterhouse Square and a stones throw from Smithfield Meat Market, we offer honest French food in a convivial and characterful setting. Crossing the threshold, guests feel they escape the hustle and bustle of the Square Mile and instead are transported to the south of France. We have live jazz in the evenings
A photo of The Hope Smithfield restaurant
3.8
Excellent(5)
Price: Moderate
• British • Farringdon
The Hope is located in the center of the historic City of London with its classic and rustic charm we aim to have you relaxing with an amazing mix of great British classic pies and our hand-selected craft ales we have something for everyone here. We have a huge range of craft beers, cask ales, premium lagers, and ciders but we also have a spirit emporium packed with gins, rum, and tequila and we can’t forget our artisan cocktails, spectacular wines, and superb coffee! Our food is all about you may have guessed pies! we offer two different chicken and beef variations but we also have vegan options, No matter your cravings, we know we’ve got something you will just love...
A photo of Bacchanalia restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1097)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Mayfair
Booked 182 times today
Culinary artistry, inspired by historic Greco-Roman feasts. The Mediterranean’s finest ingredients are given centre-stage, and dishes are finished at table to theatrical acclaim. Breath-taking interiors by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, where classical myths are retold through a modern palette of the most refined materials, and comforts to sink into. Dramatic artworks by Damien Hirst soar over the dining area, whilst the eye falls on piece after piece of original, antique sculpture.
A photo of The Ivy City Garden restaurant
4.2
Awesome(7833)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary British • Liverpool Street
Booked 64 times today
Located in the historic Bishopsgate Gardens, The Ivy City Garden brings the familiar luxury of The Ivy, West Street to the City of London.
A photo of Sticks'n'Sushi - Covent Garden restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(263)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Covent Garden
Booked 117 times today
In London's theatre quarter, our restaurant on Henrietta Street combines rustic charm with modern elegance. Enjoy quality sushi and Japanese-inspired cocktails in a historic setting near the Piazza – perfect for pre/post-theatre or shopping treat. A sushi restaurant - even for those that don't like fish.
A photo of Gaucho City restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1783)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Fenchurch Street
Booked 11 times today
Join us this Valentine's Day for a romantic evening set in candlelight with cocktails, finest wines and Latin inspired dishes. Looking for something extra special, our Valentine's menu for £55pp including a bottle of wine is perfect to share. For starters dive into a Black Truffle and Mushroom Fugazetta (a decadent Argentinian-style pizza), for mains choose from our top cuts of steak plus sides, and to end on a sweet note we have a delicious berry-laden Mille Feuille with Chantilly cream.You’re about to dine in what was once the historic silver vaults of the Bank of England. Where porters once moved and carved precious metals of immense value, you are about to cut into the UK’s best beef.The dining room was redesigned in 2023, with inspiration drawn from the landscapes and textures of Latin America – a feature mural depicting the rolling Andes and their dusky hues takes pride of place along one wall of the restaurant.
A photo of The Quality Chop House restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2567)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Farringdon
Booked 52 times today
The Quality Chop House celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2019.Our menus are seasonally-focused and change daily based around the best produce delivered each morning. We suggest bookings, but do take walk-ins.In addition to our a la carte menu, we offer a £29 set lunch menu (January to November), and on Sunday lunches we serve a splendid roast.If you are interested in a table for more than 6 guests, we have a Private Dining Room that seats up to 14. A seasonal feasting menu is available. For more information please give us a call.
A photo of The George, Pub & Restaurant restaurant
4.3
Awesome(620)
Price: Expensive
• British • Covent Garden
Booked 14 times today
The George Public House is a Victorian reincarnation of a 15th century coffee house located at the meeting point of the Strand and Fleet Street, directly facing the spectacular architecture of the Royal Courts of Justice and a 10 minute walk from the West End. In the Autumn of 2014, The George underwent an extensive and considerate refurbishment of the ground floor bar and first floor dining room. This saw the creation of an elegant and sophisticated restaurant; The George. We have carefully retained the original features of this historic pub and have tastefully added our own stamp while keeping a traditional feel throughout.The restaurant upstairs at The George is open all week and offers an exciting, modern British menu, using only the finest seasonal, local produce, as well as fantastic roasts on Sundays.We are currently offering the same menu in both the pub and the restaurant.
A photo of Kettner’s restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(979)
Price: Expensive
• French • Leicester Square
Booked 18 times today
Kettner’s Townhouse is a restaurant and Champagne Bar with 33 bedrooms, in a historic Georgian building in London’s Soho. Established in 1867 by Auguste Kettner, Kettner’s was one of the first restaurants in London to serve French food. The French restaurant at Kettner’s Townhouse has a menu inspired by the history of the building, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, using locally sourced ingredients from the UK.

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  • Ollie
    London •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great meal at the city garden branch for Valentine’s Day. The meal was made by the impeccable service from Iva the manager and her colleagues Miraj and Kymani (apologies on spelling). Couldn’t fault the service at all and it was so impressive that we will definitely be back!
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    The Ivy City GardenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Liverpool Street
    4.2
  • LauraVIP
    London •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Amazing ambiance and great service. Food was nice but not outstanding. Had the beef shin ravioli with the beef fat crumb, that actually tasted like scraps from the fish and chip shop which overpowered the taste of the beef shin. Fantastic wine list.
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    Cloth RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Traditional French• Farringdon
    4.7
  • Reiner Joseph
    London •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Review: Exceptional Dining Experience at Bacchanalia From the moment we arrived at Bacchanalia, we were met with exceptional hospitality. Despite a queue at the entrance, the attentive staff promptly acknowledged our arrival and ensured we were seated within five minutes. As soon as we settled in, we were offered a choice between still or sparkling water, setting the tone for the level of attentiveness throughout the evening. Anna took the time to walk us through the menu, providing clear explanations that helped us navigate the options with ease. Nikos, who took our order, was an absolute standout. His attentiveness and thoughtful recommendations made our dining experience even more enjoyable. He ensured that each course, from starters to dessert, was delivered seamlessly, checking in regularly to make sure we were well taken care of and fully satisfied. The service at Bacchanalia truly elevated our meal, making for a memorable and enjoyable evening. The combination of warm hospitality, knowledgeable staff, and impeccable service makes it a dining experience worth returning to.
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    BacchanaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Greek• Mayfair
    4.4
  • MArianne
    London •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Such a great spot and always a wonderful atmosphere here. Food is also delicious. But last night the most outstanding element was the service - our server was so cheerful and thoughtful - he noticed we were celebrating a birthday and brought out a candle in our dessert as the pianist played happy birthday. Really charming thank you!
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    Le Cafe du MarchePrice: Very Expensive• French• Barbican
    4.7
  • Kat
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 11 Sept 2024
    I had a really wonderful experience at The Hope. There were flowers and candles on the tables and some brilliant music playing. The atmosphere was lovely! I had the Vegan pie and mash and it was so lovely - I'll certainly be visiting on my lunch breaks again in the near future! The staff were really kind and helpful. A cute little traditional pub with great food.
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    The Hope SmithfieldPrice: Moderate• British• Farringdon
    3.8
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