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Sketch Gallery
9 Conduit Street,
London
W1S 2XG
Tel: 0870 777 4488
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Sketch offers the ultimate contemporary dining experience; laid out over two floors in a building previously used by the Royal Institute of British Architects, it comprises two restaurants, two bars and a salon de thé, and is an intriguing combination of art and food. Cutting edge modern cuisine and striking modern design never fail to amaze - at the helm are successful restaurateur, Mourad Mazouz and famed French chef, Pierre Gagnaire.
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Gordon Ramsey at Claridges
53 Brook Street,
Mayfair,
London
W1K 5DS
Tel: 020 7499 0099
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Gordon Ramsey may be London’s most temperamental and often foul-mouthed chef, but he is nonetheless one of the city’s most talented. His restaurant at the famous Claridge’s Hotel has won great acclaim from food critics and discerning diners alike. The superb art deco styling of the grand dining room provides a wonderful setting in which to enjoy the finely crafted flavours of the irrepressible Michelin Starred chef.
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Chintamani
122 Jermyn Street,
London
SW1 4UJ
Tel: 020 7839 2020
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Never before has Turkish cuisine been so stylish. Chintamani is the West End’s top Turkish restaurant, and offers traditional flavours with an intriguingly modern twist. This enchanting eatery features a tented ceiling, colourful chandeliers and authentic Ottoman furnishings, and makes a superb setting in which to relax and enjoy the sumptuous cuisine.
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Aura
48-49 St James’s Street,
London
SW1
Tel: 020 7499 6655
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| Aura is one of the West End’s trendiest nightspots, and is hidden beneath Caviar House. It has become a magnet for celebrities, both major and minor, and is open until 3am – during which time Aura transforms from a classy cocktail bar to a first class restaurant and finally to one of London’s coolest nightclubs. |
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Le Gavroche
43 Upper Brook Street,
London
W1K 7QR
Tel:
020 7408 0881
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Le Gavroche has become something of a London institution. Serving some of the finest French cuisine in the UK, a meal at this stylish Mayfair restaurant is an incomparable experience. Chef Michel Roux skilfully blends the classic Gallic cuisine of his father - the legendary Albert Roux - with bold contemporary touches. Class pervades throughout this celebrated restaurant, from the strict dress code to the highly professional waiting staff and exclusive atmosphere.
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Red Fort
77 Dean Street,
London
W1V 5HA
Tel: 020 7437 2115
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Red Fort is a cut above run of the mill curry houses. The emphasis at this well-established Soho restaurant is very much on authentic Indian cuisine, served in stylish surroundings for the complete dining experience. Highly commended chef, Mohammed Rais, remains true to his heritage with his own distinct brand of cooking adding a unique twist to traditional dishes.
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Fifteen
Westland Place,
London,
N1 7LP
Tel: 020 7251 1515
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| The King of Pukka Tukka and famous TV chef Jamie Oliver continues his bid for super celebrity chefdom in this renowned London restaurant, which combines fine cuisine with a charitable twist. In the kitchen are 15 kids, plucked from aimless obscurity and trained to produce world-class cuisine. No reservations are required for the ground floor bar, which serves antipasti and cocktails, but the restaurant itself can be exceptionally popular. |
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Locanda Locatelli
8 Seymour Street,
London
W1H 7JZ
Tel: 020 7935 9088
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| The exceptionally gifted chef Giorgio Locatelli’s quest at Locanda Locatelli is culinary perfection. Despite the restaurant’s dramatic success and its glittering clientele, Locanda Locatelli exudes an understated glamour, and offers superb cuisine at realistic prices. Even the harshest of critics cannot fail to be impressed by the friendly and welcoming staff and the charisma of the owner. |
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Brian Turners of Mayfair
Millennium Mayfair Hotel,
44 Grosvenor Square,
London
W1K 2HP
Tel: 020 7596 3444
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| Brian Turner is a true champion of British food, and the bluff Yorkshireman has enjoyed an extraordinary career, conjuring his culinary magic in kitchens all over the country and on hit television programme ‘Ready Steady Cook’. His latest venture is currently spicing up London’s exclusive Mayfair with his distinct brand of traditional fare, with Turner’s customary twist. |
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Cedar Lounge
2a Pond Place
London
SW3 6QS
Tel: 020 7584 6755
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Chelsea is famed for many things but sadly its nightlife is not one of them. The funky Cedar Lounge however is a step in the right direction. A relaxed and stylish restaurant-cum-cocktail bar, The Cedar Lounge is a chic venue, where diners can soak up the evening sunshine pouring through the large windows, sink into the plush cushions lining the leather banquettes, and choose from a tempting selection of modern continental cuisine.
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The Square Restaurant
Bruton Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1J 6PU
Tel: 020 7495 7100
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The Square Restaurant is situated at the very heart of London’s exclusive Mayfair. It has been the recipient of great critical acclaim and holds two coveted Michelin Star awards for its unrelenting search for culinary perfection. The bold, contemporary cuisine has a distinctly Gallic edge and is served in chic modern surroundings.
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The OXO Tower
Oxo Tower Wharf,
Southwark,
London,
SE1 9PH
Tel: 020 7803 3888
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The OXO Tower is one of London’s most instantly recognisable landmarks, and has been a feature on the city’s skyline since 1928. The restaurant at the top is simply spectacular, and commands superb views of the River Thames and all of London’s distinctive sights. Accomplished modern cuisine is served with great efficiency in stylish, minimalist surroundings.
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Mirabelle
Curzon Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1J 8PA
Tel: 020 7499 4636
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Mayfair’s Mirabelle Restaurant has been open since the 1950s, and is still held in as high regard today as it was back then. Its chic, stylish interior makes a comfortable and relaxed setting in which to enjoy the superbly crafted and innovative modern cuisine. For its continued excellence, Mirabelle holds a coveted Michelin Star award.
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L’Escargot
Greek Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 5EF
Tel: 020 7437 2679
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L’Escargot has acquired itself a weighty reputation as one of London’s finest restaurants, and not without good reason. Set in the heart of Soho, L’Escargot has continued to push back the boundaries of French cuisine, and offers a delicious array of innovative dishes, for it holds a Michelin Star award.
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Tamarind
Queen Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1J 5PR
Tel: 020 7629 3561
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Tamarind is one of only a select few Indian restaurants in the UK to hold a Michelin Star for culinary excellence. From the moment you arrive however, it becomes clear why this stylish restaurant has attracted such critical acclaim. Opulence abounds in the palatial basement room, and diners can watch the team of talented chefs through windows into the kitchen, as they craft the authentic cuisine.
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