The Libertine, tucked beneath the grand old Royal Exchange, is the kind of place that whispers of mischief the moment you step inside. It’s slick but not soulless, draped in just enough history to feel decadent rather than dusty.
Lebnani Restaurant – Beirut soul food in Reigate, Surrey
Lebnani, a small and inviting Lebanese restaurant on Church Street in the centre of Reigate, is perfect for a delicious sharing meal with friends or family. This historic market town is easily accessible from London, just 45 minutes by train from London Victoria station.
Pétrus by Gordon Ramsay
Now in Kinnerton St, Belgravia, with head chef 35-year-old Orson Vergnaud having just retained Pétrus’ Michelin star, it seems like the perfect time to check it out and see what this new phase in the restaurant’s history offers.
Rooftop Dining in the City at Mercer Roof Terrace
Vintry and Mercer Hotel opened just six years ago in 2019, with the stunning Mercer Roof Terrace a key attraction.
The Black Horse – Thame
Service at the Black Horse is friendly and efficient. There’s a long, tempting menu of familiar gastropub favourites as well as more adventurous dishes. If you’re visiting the historic market town of Thame, you will be well fed here.
Toba – St James’s
Good quality ingredients and cooking, some familiar and some unusual dishes all make for a good introduction to authentic Indonesian cooking at Toba
Decimo at The Standard, London
At The Standard’s Decimo, the experience begins before you even step inside. The striking red pill elevator, perched on the hotel’s exterior, offers a dramatic, James Bond-esque ascent to the 10th floor – a nod to the restaurant’s name, which means tenth in Spanish.
Restaurant Interlude, Leonardslee, Sussex
Self-deprecation is a very British trait. In a world that seems to celebrate the brash, the vulgar and the downright dishonest, a little modesty is a welcome corrective. Calling Restaurant Interlude, near Horsham in West Sussex, ‘A Restaurant with Rooms’ is a classic example of understatement. The 28-cover restaurant in the Leonardslee House opened in 2018, winning its first Michelin star in 2019, three AA rosettes in 2020 and a Michelin Green Star in 2023.
Kibele Restaurant – Fitzrovia
The perfect restaurant isn’t just about the food—it’s about the vibe, the company, and the experience. Kibele Restaurant and Bar, a modern Turkish and Mediterranean gem in the heart of Fitzrovia, delivers just that. Whether you’re catching up with friends or celebrating with family, Kibele’s immersive dining experience sets the stage for a night to remember.
Gordon Ramsay’s Savoy Grill
One of London’s most iconic restaurants, The Savoy Grill has always had a special place in my heart. At a time when a revolution was happening in the city with the growth of restaurants showcasing all kinds of cuisine, the Savoy Grill was a beacon of traditionalism and heritage.