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Diners' Choice: Contemporary British restaurants in West End London

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Updated 05 December 2024

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4.7

4.7 (8077)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

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Denise

Dined 1 day ago

Impeccable Christmas Tea Service. Lobster, caviar, duck, desserts. Could not ask for a more beautiful holiday. Highly recommend for a quiet and very fancy experience. Live music was a classy touch.

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Ivy Cafe - Marylebone

4.3

4.3 (5840)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Marylebone

About the restaurant

All-day cafe-style dining from The Ivy with a casual air & Modern European menu of familiar dishes.

Top review

M

Mark

Dined on 17 Dec 2024

Great food and service made a wonderful retirement afternoon- thank you

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Festive Set Menu

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Boxing Day Brunch

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Three Sheets - Soho

4.7

4.7 (67)

£25 and under

Contemporary British

Soho

About the restaurant

Three Sheets is an award-winning cocktail bar that opened in Dalston in 2016. We specialise in cocktails, focusing on simple, elegant serves that put the customer first. The menu changes regularly and with the seasons. Voted as the UK’s best bar at the Class Awards 2019, with Max taking home Best Bartender, and has been listed on the World's 50 Best Bars list for three years running. Our new site expands on this legacy, offering both a restaurant and bar, where guests can enjoy a full dining experience alongside our signature cocktails.

Top review

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kayVIP

Dined on 16 Dec 2024

Lovely staff and great cocktails in a very well located venue ..

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Brasserie of Light

4.5

4.5 (3556)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Oxford Circus

About the restaurant

Contemporary, artistic and elegant, Brasserie of Light is a new destination restaurant and bar offering all day dining in a chic, Art Deco space set within Selfridges department store.

Top review

J

Jennifer

Dined 3 days ago

Lovely experience, food and clean bathroom. Loved the Bellinis!

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New Year's Eve at Brasserie of Light

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Claridge's Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (20)

£41 and over

Contemporary British

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Claridge’s Restaurant has gently opened its art deco doors onto Davies Street, as it embarks on a new era in its long history. This classically inspired but contemporary British restaurant – which will fully open in September – is now operated in house by the hotel itself. It was previously known as Claridge’s Restaurant over 20 years ago.

Top review

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Andy

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

It was absolutely beautiful! The team really give full attention to even the smallest detail and deliver a stunning end product!

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4.2

4.2 (1557)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Francatelli, a new British restaurant in London, celebrates the legacy of 19th-century chef Charles Elmé Francatelli through modern interpretations of his classic dishes. Chef William Drabble, known for his seasonal focus and local sourcing, leads the kitchen, drawing inspiration from Francatelli's 1846 cookbook "The Modern Cook." Expect a menu rooted in simplicity and British produce, with some show-stopping flourishes.

Top review

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LINDSAY D.

Dined 1 day ago

My husband and I are from Houston, Texas where food and service are second to none; therefore, our standards are quite high! That being said, we were truly impressed by the service and food of this exceptional restaurant in Christmas Day!

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3 Courses Menu, New Year's Eve 2024

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New Year's Eve 2025

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The Ivy Soho Brasserie

4.3

4.3 (11032)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Soho

About the restaurant

Artworks, marble and onyx provide a relaxed, elegant backdrop for a vast, all-day British menu.

Top review

C

ChrisVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Very good food and service would highly recommend

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New Year's Day Brunch

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Boxing Day Brunch

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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Soho

4.3

4.3 (2288)

£25 and under

British

Soho

About the restaurant

Situated in the heart of London, Billâ€TMs Soho is the place to be. Our central location has everything you would need, including our very own semi-private dining room with sliding doors to close yourselves off from the main restaurant. Look no further, the perfect venue for your private parties or your business meetings is right here!

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Ally

Dined 3 days ago

Service was appalling and rude. Frankly I removed the service charge as there was no service. Good was pleasant. Expensive but that seems to be the norm for uk these days!

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Crispy Calamari

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Halloumi Burger

Set Menu Christmas

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Ivy Market Grill

4.2

4.2 (18656)

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Sibling of the classic Modern European eatery offering walk-in seats in a polished, elegant space.

Top review

A

Azalea

Dined 2 days ago

We dined here on Christmas Eve and it was lovely. Delicious food and great service. I highly recommend this restaurant!

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Boxing Day Brunch

Festive Set Menu

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Bill's Restaurant & Bar - Covent Garden

4.2

4.2 (2482)

£25 and under

British

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

Tucked away in St Martin's Courtyard, just off Upper St Martin's Lane, Bill's Covent Garden restaurant is a smart and sassy affair, with plenty of seating across two floors, as well as a large seating area outside. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and everything in between.

Top review

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AlisonVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Great restaurant to be able to dine at as a family after a busy day in Covent Garden. The food was served quickly & the staff were so helpful. Just what you want when you are dining with children.

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Set Menu Christmas

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Bottomless Pancakes

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