The Most Romantic Restaurants in London

Kitchen Table is a two-Michelin-starred spot in London that puts you right next to the action with its open kitchen and just 20 seats. Diners can chat with the chefs, watch them cook, and share in a lively atmosphere. The menu changes regularly, focusing on British ingredients sourced and foraged with care.

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Frank Heylen

Food & Wine hunter

Tucked away at the back of Bubbledogs through a discreet entrance, is the 20 seat Kitchen Table. Kitchen Table is a dining experience, encouraging full interaction with the chefs and showcasing previously unseen kitchen theatre.Head Chef James Knappett prepares, cooks and serves a daily changing menu of meticulously sourced and foraged British ingredients.I really enjoyed this experience dinner, the atmosphere is not "classic" and therefore not really for people who want to dine quietly but for me, it is one of the best places to eat in London.

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Chiltern Firehouse is a high-end brasserie housed in a Victorian fire station, open all day in London. It has a lively atmosphere, cozy seating, and a laid-back service style that make it a welcoming spot for casual get-togethers or date nights.

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Daniel Gottschlich

Chef

Bistro extravaganzaVisited in 2018! Amazing food quality, everything to share. Easy and nice service. Super boheme location with cosy corner seatings and illustrious guests. Bar staff great…..amazing cocktails and also a super nice seafood raw bar. It's loud and I love it!

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The French House is a well-loved spot in Soho, London, known for its welcoming atmosphere and a no-mobile-phones policy that encourages real conversation. Its historic pub setting and upstairs dining room offer French-inspired cooking with a regularly changing menu, plus a choice of wines and champagnes by the glass. Visitors appreciate the mix of relaxed charm and lively spirit that has attracted creative locals and newcomers for decades.

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Tom Jenkins

Food Writer

Superb bistro cooking at a Soho institutionNeil Borthwick (ex Merchants Tavern) must be doing some of the most assured Frenglish cooking in London upstairs at this historic pub that has been a haunt for notorious Soho bohemians for decades. Fluffy beignets, the creamiest, richest chicken liver parfait - even the salad dressings will make you weep with joy. Happy food.

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The Greenhouse in London offers a modern French focus with carefully prepared dishes. Guests often praise the polished execution and relaxing atmosphere, making it a worthwhile choice for anyone seeking a thoughtful dining experience.

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Jens Hørup

Foodie

The Greenhouse was such a nice experience. So flawlessly executed at the highest level. Especially the Landes chicken was soooo delicious. This is modern French cuisine at its finest and certainly worth a visit.

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Mazi is a Greek restaurant in London that reinterprets classic recipes with a modern twist, encouraging guests to share and enjoy food together. Its cozy courtyard and relaxed setting give you the feeling of being on a mini holiday right in the city.

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Margaux Koopman

Foodie

My favourite Greek restaurant in London!Sharing plates conceptI really recommend the courgette fritters and the aubergine dip!They have a very nice small courtyard which feels like being in Greece!

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Pique-Nique is a French restaurant and rotisserie in Bermondsey, London, offering a cozy spot for a relaxed meal. Their menu and specials change, making each visit feel fresh while still keeping a comfortable, welcoming vibe. It’s a straightforward place to enjoy French cooking without any fuss.

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Chi Ng

Food Writer & Traveler

One of the best dishes I’ve had, is this Pithivier St Jacques from Pique Nique. Although this was only a New Year’s Eve special, their daily wellington specials, including the seabass wellington looks good!

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Gauthier Soho is a sleek yet welcoming spot in the heart of London that champions creative plant-based cooking. It offers a relaxed setting and private dining options, making it a comfortable choice for small gatherings or special occasions. Without relying on flashy extras, it stays focused on fresh, thoughtful meals that highlight its commitment to vegetables.

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Chi Ng

Food Writer & Traveler

One of my favourite French restaurants in London. There are days when I dream of their lobster tortellini and truffle risotto. Kudos as well to Alexis Gauthier for creating ‘faux’ gras and championing vegetables.

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19 Motcomb Street sits in a former arts and crafts warehouse in Belgravia, bringing Scandinavian and Japanese influences together in a modern setting. People often mention the relaxed rooftop area and attractive presentation. It offers a casual spot to enjoy new flavors in the heart of London.

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Margaux Koopman

Foodie

Delicious sharing plates with scandi x Japanese fusion. Everything is served on beautiful crockery and the roof top is a cool spot!

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The Seafood Bar is a family-run restaurant that prides itself on fresh ingredients and sustainable practices. Set in Soho, it provides a relaxed spot that people say is perfect for everything from a date night to a casual meal.

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Margaux Koopman

Foodie

Couldn’t recommend enough for a date night. All the food is delicious, especially the oysters and the king prawns.Great location in Soho.

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Jamavar in Mayfair, London is known for its inventive Indian cooking and warm, welcoming atmosphere. The dining space features subtle nods to historic Indian design, creating a unique place to enjoy a meal. With a Michelin star awarded for its attention to detail and fresh, high-quality ingredients, this spot aims to honor both British produce and Indian culinary traditions.

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Laszlo Aczel

Food Writer @foodpolice

One of the top Indian restaurants in a town of millions of Indian restaurants. Ok this is Mayfair and so the level of innovation needs to be up a notch, so you need to go for the pepper and garlic soft shell crab and the stone bass tikka and the adraki lamb chops beyond your usual butter chicken and biryani.

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Just a short walk from Piccadilly Circus, estiatorio Milos sits in a restored early 20th-century building that blends Greek accents with London’s vibrant feel. Its open layout centers around a signature fish market, highlighting a focus on fresh ingredients and simple elegance. The understated atmosphere invites visitors looking for a relaxed yet refined dining experience in the heart of the city.

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Margaux Koopman

Foodie

Amazing high-end Greek restaurant. Delicious seafood (especially the fish), beautiful tables.Highly recommend for a special lunch!

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Evelyn’s Table is a small, Michelin-starred restaurant in the basement of The Blue Posts in Soho, London. There are just 12 seats around a counter, creating a cozy setting led by a dedicated team. The menu shifts with the seasons, but the focus on careful cooking and genuine hospitality remains constant.

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Ajesh Patalay

Writer

The multicourse set menu isn’t showy but everything tastes impeccable. Evelyn’s Room sits in the basement of the Blue Post pub in London’s Soho. There is room for a dozen people here, mostly round the counter that overlooks the kitchen. There three brothers preside: Luke, Nathaniel and Theo Selby. They are the key to this place. Their quiet charm and understated talent shape the experience. The multicourse set menu isn’t showy but everything tastes impeccable. I particularly loved the mushroom dashi broth with soba noodles, which shows the influence of Luke’s time spent in Japan. (Luke was part of the team at the 3* Nihonryori Ryugin, in Tokyo with Chef Seiji Yamamoto and later became head chef at Hide.) The menu here will evolve but I wish you the good fortune of being served the miso caramel Pink Lady tarte tatin for dessert. It had been fashioned in the shape of a rosebud and was delicious.

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Restaurant Story in London offers an ever-changing tasting menu that highlights British food in a creative, modern way. Led by chef Tom Sellers, it earned its first Michelin star just five months after opening in 2013, and a second star in 2021. The restaurant provides a welcoming space for guests to experience thoughtful cooking that evolves with each visit.

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Sat Bains

Chef

Classic, solid cooking with a modern flair. Amazing tasting menu with classic, solid cooking with a modern flair. Tom Sellers and his team have created a brilliant destination restaurant with big plans for 2022.Watch this space.

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