Best Restaurants in United Kingdom

L'Ulivo Strand - Italian Restaurant

$$$ 409 Strand, WC2R 0NS, Charing Cross, London

Italian Mediterranean Casual Dining Family Style

Here at L'ulivo (loo-lee-voh), our customers are the number one priority, and we‘ve been taking care of them our way for years. Freshly prepared authentic Italian cuisine is what we love and what keeps our customers coming back. We’ve always endeavoured to provide the best food, service and atmosphere of any London eatery, right in Strand. All of the ingredients we use here at L'ulivo are just that: local. We stock our restaurant kitchen in much the same way that we stock our home kitchen, with daily deliveries of fresh ingredients that we select ourselves, at market each morning. In addition to our menu items, we also offer daily specials inspired by seasonal ingredients, the weather and how we are feeling. We are always on the lookout for new sources of ideas and inspiration, so when we travel the world (which we admit, we do often) we bring back our favourite flavours and culinary discoveries.

Escorial - Latin American Restaurant

$$$ 13 Lewis Grove, SE13 6BG, Lewisham, London

Peruvian Colombian Casual Dining Family Style Cocktail Bar

In the vibrant centre of Lewisham, Escorial Restaurant & Bar brings to life a dream of culinary unity. Our kitchen celebrates the rich gastronomic traditions of Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia, sister nations bound by the majesty of the Andes and the bounty of the Pacific. The Menu: Ancestral Flavours, Modern Craft Every dish at Escorial tells a story. We blend ancestral recipes with contemporary techniques and the freshest local ingredients to create a sensory journey across the South American coast and highlands: Peru: Taste the vibrant, citrus-cured notes of our iconic Ceviche. Ecuador: Find warmth in the deep, comforting flavours of a traditional Encebollado. Colombia: Indulge in the hearty Bandeja Paisa or our golden, authentic Empanadas. The experience is elevated by a curated selection of signature cocktails. Here, Pisco is transformed into liquid art, offering a sophisticated taste of modern Latin mixology within London’s cosmopolitan atmosphere. Prime Location & Accessibility Escorial is perfectly situated for locals and visitors alike, nestled in a bustling area surrounded by premier shopping and local amenities. Shopping: Just 100 meters from the Lewisham Shopping Centre. Transport: A convenient 5-minute stroll from Lewisham Station (National Rail and DLR), making it the ideal spot for a post-work dinner or a weekend escape. At a Glance: Authentic Latin American cuisine, sophisticated cocktails, and an unbeatable location in the heart of South East London.

Il Borro Tuscan Bistro London

$$$$ 15 Berkeley St, W1J 8DY, Mayfair, London

Italian Fine dining Pizzeria

Right in the centre of Mayfair, stands this splendid Italian restaurant with a refined taste, which portends a quality of the highest order on the tables of the diners. Il Borro Toscano guarantees a vast menu that satisfies all refined palates, ranging from first courses based on meat and fish to second courses based on land and sea typical of the Maremma hinterland. The wine list is carefully chosen by the best Tuscan sommeliers.

Langan's Brasserie

$$$$ Stratton St, W1J 8LB, Mayfair, London

English European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Langan’s is an iconic Mayfair institution with an exceptional reputation for sophisticated cuisine, starry service and lavish parties. Step into a glittering world of British refinement respecting French tradition, open for early breakfasts, late night soirées and everything in between. Langan’s reputation for its parties, events and private dining has been unparalleled for decades. Through our bespoke events and private rooms, Langan’s offers signature continental elegance and fanciful British flair to those wishing to be more tailored and discreet.

Frog By Adam Handling Restaurant Covent Garden

$$$$ 34-35 Southampton St, WC2E 7HG, Covent Garden, London

English European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Michelin-starred Frog by Adam Handling is a place to immerse yourself in a theatrical show. You’re facing the kitchen, the chefs come to your table, and you can interact with every team member. Frog is luxury in an atmosphere where you feel comfortable being whoever you are and where all elements in the restaurant are bound to offer a truly unforgettable experience. The dishes are very inspirational, and they all mean something to Adam. Each one of the dishes has a story behind it, whether it’s a memory from Adam’s childhood or something that has inspired him or the team.

Cora Pearl Covent Garden

$$$$ 30 Henrietta St, WC2E 8NA, Covent Garden, London

English European Casual Dining Family Style

Cora Pearl is the team's second restaurant behind the award-winning Kitty Fisher's in Mayfair. Named after the notorious 19th-century courtesan who resided nearby, Cora Pearl serves upscale British food, cocktails and wines for all occasions in a historic Covent Garden townhouse. A location in the full British style, which welcomes its customers with a round of wine and some appetizers, ready to immerse themselves in a sea of delicacies with English and European flavours.

The Oystermen Seafood Bar & Kitchen

$$$$ 32 Henrietta St, WC2E 8NA, Covent Garden, London

English Casual Dining Family Style

The Oystermen Seafood Bar & Kitchen is now open for inside and outside dining. Friends and Seasoned restaurant pros Matt Lovell and Rob Hampton founded The Oystermen in 2016. They first met when Matt interviewed Rob for a job! Initially, The Oystermen set out to host first-class oyster bars at marriages and events but with the long-term ambition of opening their restaurant to showcase the finest and freshest oysters and seafood from all corners of the British Isles. Following on from their first gig – Matt’s very own wedding – a year of buzz-generating parties, festivals, street food markets, pop-ups and brewery collaborations later, that dream became a reality in July 2017 with the opening of the first permanent Oystermen Seafood Bar & Kitchen in Covent Garden.

Wahaca Covent Garden

$$ 66 Chandos Pl, WC2N 4HG, Covent Garden, London

Mexican Fast Casual Family Style

Wahaca is a Mexican restaurant located in the heart of central London, in Covent Garden. The perfumes, the spices, and the unmistakable smells of the Mexican tradition were returned to the table with tacos, chilli, spicy meat, and much more. The restaurant is welcoming, folkloric, colourful and cheerful, perfect for a family dinner, even with the little ones, or a birthday party.

Ave Mario

$$$$ 15 Henrietta St, WC2E 8QG, Covent Garden, London

Italian Casual Dining Family Style

Ave Mario is 700 m2 of pure paradise, managed by a funny team of 120 Italians. Inspired by an idyllic day in Florence, a «Church» version 2.0, the 295 seats are spread over three spaces and two huge terraces. Head chef Andrea, the youngest, leads the kitchen with a brand new menu serving the first "big" pizzas, giant ravioli alla carbonara and La Gran scaloppine alla Milanese made with high-well-being rosé veal. Without forgetting Dolci, where an ice cream engineering company has created the 60 cm high Gelato Tower.

Parsons

$$$$ 39 Endell Street, WC2H 9BA, Covent Garden, London

English Casual Dining

The idea for Parsons was born several years ago and is from the same owners of the ten tills across the street. Will and Ian have always loved classic English seafood restaurants and wanted to create something new and exciting where wine and prepared seafood play an equally important part in the experience. The two have created an unpretentious and fun restaurant where one is just as happy to drop in for a glass of wine and some oysters as one is to sit down for a more extended meal. The name Parsons is a sentimental dedication to the mothers of Will and Ian, who coincidentally share the same maiden name.

Bancone Covent Garden

$$$$ 39 William IV St, WC2N 4DD, Covent Garden, London

Italian European Mediterranean Fine dining

Bancone was established in 2018 at its flagship Covent Garden, followed in 2019 with its second incarnation in Golden Square, Soho. Here is only handmade pasta inspired by Italy, London and much of Europe. The restaurant is lively and informal. The wine list complements our menu in terms of variety and quality, promoting lesser-known vineyards and growers alongside some big hits, while cocktails centre around vermouth, bitters and Campari.

J Sheekey

$$$$ 28-32, St Martin's Ct, WC2N 4AL, Covent Garden, London

English Elegant & Chic

J. Sheekey is a well-known seafood restaurant located in the heart of theatreland. Since its conception in 1896, “Sheekey’s” has provided theatregoers, casts, audiences and friends with the best seafood and shellfish from its home in St Martin’s Court. The iconic red frontage welcomes guests with a central crustacean bar, elegant flooring, walls adorned with timeless images of famous faces, and a fully winterised terrace with a retractable roof.

Mildreds Covent Garden

$$ 79 St Martin's Ln, WC2N 4AA, Covent Garden, London

International Family Style

Located on St Martin’s Lane, in the heart of Covent Garden. Serving internationally inspired, colourful food, Mildreds has welcomed everyone since we opened our very first restaurant in 1988.

Rules

$$$$ 34-35 Maiden Ln, WC2E 7LB, Covent Garden, London

European Elegant & Chic

Rules serve the traditional food of this country at its best – and at affordable prices. It specialises in classic game cookery, oysters, pies and puddings. Rules is fortunate in owning an estate in the High Pennines, “England’s last wilderness”, which supplies training in game management for the staff, exercising its own quality controls and determining how the game is treated.

Opera Tavern

$$$ 23 Catherine St, WC2B 5JS, Covent Garden, London

Italian Spanish Family Style

With a refreshed look and feel, Opera Tavern is a buzzy and inviting tapas bar and restaurant in the heart of Covent Garden's theatre land. Downstairs, striking graphic prints by the likes of Ben Eine compliment the stylish bar, counter seating and communal table, with a warm and atmospheric first floor dining space above. The perfect place to enjoy tapas in London, the Opera Tavern will transport you straight to the bustling bars and restaurants of Spain and Italy. Opera Tavern is a beautiful two-storey bar and restaurant inspired by the cuisine of Spain and Italy.

Indigo At One Aldwych Restaurant

$$$$ 1 Aldwych, WC2B 4BZ, Covent Garden, London

English Casual Dining

Covent Garden’s neighbourhood restaurant, Indigo, is the home of simply delicious food from the best independent producers. Chef Dominic Teague gives his menu of British favourites a gentle touch of innovation to create dishes that speak to his childhood love of the great outdoors. With a deep respect for the seasons and sustainable sourcing, Chef Dominic goes to extraordinary lengths to find the very best independent food producers from across the British Isles. In his kitchen these ingredients are handled with skill and passion, celebrating flavour and provenance on every plate – allowing the food to speak for itself.

Pivot Bar & Bistro

$$$$ 3 Henrietta St, WC2E 8LU, Covent Garden, London

European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Overlooking Covent Garden’s famous Piazza Pivot British Bar Bistro span two floors of the historic English townhouse at 3 Henrietta Street. Pivot serves healthy, well-cooked gourmet classics with an all-day menu carefully curated by award-winning Chef Mark Greenaway. Chef Mark Greenaway, voted #160 among the top 300 chefs worldwide, is recognised for his chasm of flavours and the care he treats ingredients. Not to forget, a section dedicated to celebrating the best seasonal vegetables. Order a dish as a side or a delicious main course.

Sarastro

$$$$ 126 Drury Ln, WC2B 5SU, Covent Garden, London

European Mediterranean Turkish Premium Casual

Sarastro Restaurant, named after a character in Mozart’s ‘Magic Flute’, opened its doors in August 1996. It continues to offer a heady mix of fun, Mediterranean food with a Turkish twist and music. Referred to by many as ‘The Show After The Show’, Sarastro hosts its unique musical events on various days of the week. Enter a world of drama, passion, and excitement where vibrant colour, glittering displays, and joyous music meet exotic cuisine to create a truly unforgettable dining experience.

The Delaunay

$$$$ 55 Aldwych, WC2B 4BB, Covent Garden, London

European Austrian Elegant & Chic

Inspired by the grand cafes of Mittel Europe, The Delaunay is an all-day café near Covent Garden, serving daily food from breakfast to lunch and dinner. In full British style, the restaurant offers typical European and international cuisine, satisfying all tastes and even the most demanding palates. An enchanting, elegant place where you can enjoy excellent food and excellent wines in the company of your sweetheart or family.

Lahpet West End

$$$$ 21 Slingsby Pl, WC2H 9JP, Covent Garden, London

Asian Middle Eastern Casual Dining

Myanmar (Burma) is one of the few major Asian countries with a rich and diverse culinary heritage that remains untapped in the Western world. The country's key location in Southeast Asia offers an extraordinarily diverse yet unique cuisine with strong influences from India, Thailand and China. Dan (who has Burmese roots) and Burmese chef Zaw founded Lahpet to make Burmese food popular and accessible. The venue brings Burmese cuisine to the fore by focusing on and perfecting those dishes ubiquitous throughout Myanmar. The restaurant also takes a more contemporary approach by exploring the use and pairing of indigenous ingredients to offer guests more innovative dishes executed with finesse and passion.

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