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1. Anglesea Arms
4.4
Awesome(825)
Price: Expensive
• British • South Kensington
Booked 16 times today
The Anglesea Arms is found on Selwood Terrace in South Kensington, where Charles Dickens once resided at no. 11. The site was originally a market garden and nursery dating back to 1712. The beautiful traditional pub is a Grade 2 listed building, steeped in heritage from the local South Kensington area. The site today is a vibrant and iconic London venue, popular with locals and tourists alike, sporting a routinely bustling bar area, a beautiful garden terrace, along with a quiet & cosy dining room, all serving food all day out of our AA Rosette awarded kitchen.We are very happy for people to bring in dogs to the pub, but in our restaurant we run on a strict no dog policy. The Anglesea arms is an over 21’s premises.
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2. Scoff & Banter - Kensington
4.3
Awesome(956)
Price: Moderate
• British • South Kensington
Booked 5 times today
At Scoff & Banter, The Farmer’s Selection celebrates exceptional local produce with a collection of distinctive contemporary European dishes.Led by carefully sourced ingredients from our handpicked farms and suppliers, The Farmer’s Selection menu offers an exquisite taste of the season, expertly prepared by our culinary team.
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3. Tendido Cero
4.6
Exceptional(752)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Kensington
Booked 14 times today
Tendido Cero was our second project of Cambio De Tercio Restaurant Group, opened in February, 2001.It is located in the heart of Chelsea-South Kensington, just opposite to Cambio De Tercio.It’s all about Wonderful Tapas here, small dishes of traditional and modern recipes from our rich Spanish gastronomy, which are ideal to be shared by the whole table.Busy and buzzy, with vibrant bullfighting colours and a party feel atmosphere that makes it a deal for any celebration.Chosen by the New York Times- Herald Tribune as “One of the best five places to eat in London for a reasonable price”
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4. Bacchanalia
4.4
Awesome(1126)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Mayfair
Booked 151 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.
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5. The Grenadier
4.8
Exceptional(485)
Price: Moderate
• British • Belgravia
Booked 11 times today
Join us at Grenadier. A landmark in its own right, The Grenadier in Belgrave Square is royalty amongst London pubs. This historic treasure chest is a hidden gem, beloved by both locals and visitors to the city.Dogs welcome in bar area only.BOOKING ARE FOR DINING ONLY.
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6. Gaucho Sloane
4.5
Awesome(2629)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Chelsea
Booked 8 times today
This Mother’s Day, treat your Mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Gaucho. Tuck into a traditional Sunday Roast with an Argentine twist, or dine from our delicious à la carte menu, accompanied by an extensive selection of wines from Argentina and beyond. Set among historic buildings and contemporary fashion boutiques in well-heeled Chelsea, Gaucho Sloane Avenue has been at the centre of the West London dining scene since 2000. Our steak restaurant in Chelsea offers exquisite Argentinian cuisine and bespoke cocktails in a stylish setting.Within our charming hacienda-inspired villa exterior, adorned by grand monochrome crittall windows that flood the room with natural light, you’ll find yourself in the heart of our warm and welcoming dining room.
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7. Bibendum Oyster Bar
4.6
Exceptional(1215)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • South Kensington
Booked 17 times today
Claude Bosi’s Oyster Bar stands proudly in the ground floor space of Michelin House, furnished with unique mosaic flooring, and fascinating wall tiles steeped in history.Shellfish and seafood is the main highlight of the menu, but there are many other dishes to choose from too.Sharing platters, family-style feasts and relaxed dining options are what we do best. We have space to dine inside and outside. Our outside tables are situated both ‘streetside’ at the front of the building, and also within our semi-open patio. All tables are on a first-come-first-served basis only.Children of all ages are welcome. Please let us know if you need a highchair and/or space at the table for a pram.
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8. Cloth Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(261)
Price: Expensive
• Traditional French • Farringdon
Booked 29 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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9. The Fox & Pheasant
4.8
Exceptional(1367)
Price: Expensive
• Gastro Pub • Chelsea
Booked 20 times today
The Fox & Pheasant is a little “country” pub tucked away in a small corner of Chelsea. The pub was founded in 1846 and it began its life as the Bedford Arms. Ten years later it changed to the Prince of Wales and in 1965 became The Fox & Pheasant and we have no intention of changing its name again!Not only are we a snug pub in the winter with 3 fire places, a dartboard and dog biscuits for the well behaved companions (dogs)! We are lucky enough to be able to wind back our roof in the conservatory for those long summer lunches to. Alongside our a la carte menu we have a bar snack menu that not only runs all day, everyday but also contains such pub classics. Roasts run all day on a Sunday and we guarantee to make sure you will always have ample spuds, gravy and yorkies!
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10. Osteria Romana
4.6
Exceptional(1137)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Knightsbridge
Booked 40 times today
Roses and signs that mimic the style of Rome's historic centre for Andrea Reitano's restaurant hidden within the lanes of London’s luxurious Knightsbridge district, Osteria Romana opens its doors to bring the simple elegance and humble dishes of the Eternal City to London, celebrating Roman produce, culinary history and limitless passion. Osteria Romana has been selected as one the best Italian restaurants in London by the Gambero Rosso eminent guide. This restaurant is part of Reitano Food (reitanofood.com).

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