Two-floor food hall where independent kitchens serve everything from Vietnamese banh mi to Oklahoma-style burgers. Communal tables fill the bright, modern space – a surprisingly relaxed alternative to London's more chaotic markets.
Borough Market restaurant serving village-style Sri Lankan food from a central, open-fire kitchen. Counter seats have a direct view of the charcoal grill – from king prawns to simmering black pork curry.
British steakhouse in a former brewery's cellar, serving charcoal-grilled steaks and classic cocktails. Exposed brick, reclaimed oak, and cast-iron columns define the moody, subterranean room – a popular spot for date nights and special occ
Bombay-style comfort food served in a space modeled on the old Irani cafés, with a 1960s rock-and-roll theme. The slow-cooked house black daal is essential; the bacon naan roll is a breakfast institution.
Vegetarian Indo-Chinese restaurant serving spicy sharing plates from a retro-futurist Soho space. Neon signs glow over dishes like Manchurian kofta and Hakka-style tacos, with creative cocktails poured late into the night.
Burger joint built around thick, dry-aged beef patties from native-breed cattle. The rest of the menu is pure American indulgence: bone marrow gravy fries, dirty tots, and boozy milkshakes.
Inventive British small plates served in a polished Art Deco dining room – a calm alternative to the Soho chaos outside. The menu reworks classics into seasonal dishes designed to be shared.
Vibrant Mayfair spot serving regional Mexican classics with British ingredients. The central comal is the room's heart, firing off house-milled corn tortillas for sharing plates of pork carnitas and ribeye costras.
Modern Australian restaurant in a Soho courtyard, serving multicultural small plates like prawn toast and BBQ pork dumplings. The large, heated patio creates a coastal-style retreat, pouring specialty coffee and natural Australian wines.
Vibrant Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar fueled by one of Europe's largest agave collections. The Tulum-inspired back terrace hosts weekend DJs, serving Baja fish tacos and strong margaritas to a party-ready crowd.
Quiet townhouse hotel built around a leafy garden courtyard – a true oasis in Kensington. The rooms are calming retreats with Le Labo toiletries; a neighborhood restaurant and cocktail bar are downstairs.
Casual pizzeria serving thick Detroit-style pies with crispy, caramelized cheese edges and a tight list of natural wines. The pepperoni comes drizzled with hot honey; dessert is a deep-fried Mars bar with soft serve.
Bustling ground-floor pub in a restored Georgian building, pouring cask ales and craft beers. A quieter dining room sits upstairs, with a speakeasy-style cocktail bar hidden in the basement.
Northern Thai spot specializing in Khao Soi – a complex coconut curry noodle soup from a 40-year-old family recipe. Shareable small plates include Chiang Mai sausage; the Thai tea cheesecake is the essential finish.
Dark green pub in Islington dishing up homestyle Tamil cooking from an open kitchen. Expect shareable curries and flaky roti – just be sure to book a table weeks ahead.
Victorian dining room channeling a classic tavern, serving European bistro dishes and strong cocktails from a central bar. Live piano and jazz music fills the space on weekends; reservations are tough to get.
Downtown restaurant with a modern dining room and a popular covered patio for date nights. The menu is global and varied – think Baja fish tacos and bibimbap alongside classic steaks and cocktails.
