Top Rated Restaurants & Cafes in London

Unassumingly located on a not so lively street of Fulham’s popular neighborhood, the Harwood Arms is a stylish gastropub serving delicious drinks and classic British cuisine. It is the only pub to be awarded a Michelin star in 2014. Offering a casual ambiance to spend some lazy afternoons, the pub is known to serve game meats (a wild animal hunted for food). Patrons can expect some exquisite roast dishes of catfish, deer, crayfish, and ducks. Patrons can choose from a three or two-course meal, pairing it with a lovely wine. Enjoy your lunch, breakfast, or quick grub options at The Harwood Arms!

Two men with day jobs quit all they had to travel to Naples and discover the art of real pizza-making. They later used this knowledge to create one of the most successful entrepreneurial ventures- the Pizza Pilgrims. Along with the food van, they now have a restaurant in Soho. The pizzas are as magical as the traditional Italian pizzas, so much so, that one cannot decide whether to eat them all at once or take them home and relish them at leisure. The tomatoes are grown on Mount Vesuvius in Italy while the dough and cheese are also imported from Italy. The flavor is so great, that one can be assured that this food van is much awaited in the vicinity!

Since its launch in 2010, Gelupo has taken London by storm with its innovative gelatos. Chef and owner Jacob Kenedy creates remarkable flavors that are sure to tingle your senses. Some of the famous ones are ricotta, chocolate and black pepper as well as vanilla and saffron. They also offer tasters so that you can take your time picking the best. Apart from these creamy delights, Gelupo serves hearty Italian sandwiches and pasta mains along with a selection of wines to complement.

Winner of the Time Out "Best New Restaurant 2011", the Hawksmoor Guildhall is a highly acclaimed steakhouse in London. Treat your palate to delectable menus comprising of bone-in Prime Rib, Chateaubriand and even D-Rump steak, which is matured for 55 days. Do not skip the bar with its critically commended wines and cocktails. The only prerequisite for eating here is booking 48 hours prior to arrival. You can hire the restaurant with its plush furnishing, decor and cutlery to have the wedding of your dreams.They also serve up a hearty full English breakfast.

If you are craving for good Turkish or Mediterranean cuisine, then Gokyuzu in Harringay (Green Lanes) is the right place to go to. Opened in 2000, this delightful place is one of the best in the Turkish neighborhood for a lot of reasons. You can have fabulous dishes such as wood-fired oven baked flat-breads, mezes, kebabs, charcoal grills and more at prices that won't dent your pockets at all. And the food comes in generous portions as well. Bring along your family and friends to feast on the gorgeous platters because food truly reigns here.

Perched atop one of the tallest buildings in the city, the Heron Tower, Sushisamba has certainly scaled new heights. Its private glass elevators take you to an exclusive world of dining. On your way to the 38th or the 39th floor, the city of London starts appearing smaller and farther away. As you enter the main dining room, the modern and sleek decor leaves you awestruck. And, with the floor-to-ceiling glass bound room, it is guaranteed that guests are left with awesome memories. The chefs here ensure that the food matches or even surpasses its lavish decor. With cuisines like Brazilian and Japanese, the menu is a perfect blend of contemporary as well as traditional dishes. Sushisamba also offers an extensive list of signature cocktails and sake selections. Events like wine tastings and sushi-classes make the visit further interesting. So go ahead and impress your date or pop the question at the high altitude!