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1. Happy
4.3
Awesome(4244)
Price: Moderate
• European • Leicester Square
Booked 120 times today
A family-friendly casual dining group with over 40 sites across Europe. Located at the heart of London, you can’t miss our bright and beautiful flagship restaurant in Piccadilly Circus, London. Happy London was proud to win Best Restaurant in London and Best Hospitality Team in the UK at the British Restaurant Awards.For bookings of 6 or more, please email bookings@happyrestaurants.com
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2. Ginza St. James's
4.2
Awesome(388)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Mayfair
Booked 15 times today
Ginza St. James's is a foodie's haven with its multi-sensorial journey through traditional Japanese flavors and cooking styles. It offers a wide variety of dishes, including Edomae Sushi, Teppanyaki, and Robata. As one reviewer mentioned, it's possibly the finest Japanese restaurant in London. The top-quality ingredients and attentive service contribute to a beautiful harmony of flavors and ambiance.
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3. Mele E Pere
4.4
Awesome(1800)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Soho
Booked 11 times today
Independent and family-run, we opened Mele e Pere in the heart of Soho in February 2012. We are three brothers and a friend who set out on a journey to create a genuine neighbourhood Trattoria reminiscent of the fabulous family-run places of northern Italy, where we all grew up.You should feel just as comfortable popping in for a glass of home-made vermouth and some sharing plates at the bar as you should taking your time to work through the menu in the dining room.We cook our seasonal and daily-changing menu with British produce and exceptional Italian ingredients. All of our pasta, desserts and ice-creams are made in our kitchen fresh every day. We have London’s largest selection of Vermouths behind our bar and our exclusively Italian wine list has loads of options for you available by the glass and carafe.
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4. Wiltons
4.9
Exceptional(1109)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Green Park
Booked 2 times today
Wiltons, established in 1742, has consistently enjoyed a reputation as the epitome of fine British dining in London. George William Wilton provided the finest oysters to the traders of London"s Haymarket. Today Wiltons continues that tradition and continues to serve the finest oysters, seafood and game.Wiltons combines a modern philosophy on service with all that is traditionally British to create the perfect dining experience.If you are making a reservation for groups of 6 or more, please contact Wiltons directly.Should you have any special requests i.e birthday cakes or champagne, please contact Wiltons directly upon making your reservation.We politely ask that gentlemen wear long sleeved shirts and long trousers, no sportswear or open toed sandals.
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5. Saint Jacques
4.8
Exceptional(591)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • St. James's
Booked 23 times today
Richard Weiss, iconic restaurateur and sommelier, returns to London’s West End with Saint Jacques restaurant. A relaxed and discrete chic bistro setting, Saint Jacques makes the perfect venue for breakfast, a convivial lunch, early evening cocktail or intimate dinner to savour. Bringing new life to St James’s with classic French dishes and modern creations, the Saint Jacques seasonal menu blends tradition and innovation to suit all tastes – from Richard’s legendary tableside prepared Steak Tartare to a decadent fondant au chocolat.Saint Jacques’ interior amalgamates the characteristics of a warm traditional brasseries with a vibrant and fresh aesthetic. Key features include the light and airy main dining area, where the clean and organic design coupled with the floral artwork complements the local and seasonal ingredients used. Our French windows then open onto our courtyard, a tranquil oasis of a kind rarely found in Central London.
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6. O Ver St James
4.4
Awesome(313)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Piccadilly
Booked 18 times today
OUR PHILOSOPHY‘O ver comes from the Neapolitan dialect to mean: “Truth”We do our best to reflect this with the authentic, delicious and healthy food we freshly prepare every day.‘O ver uses the unique ingredient of Pure Sea Water, which is extracted from the purest areas of the Mediterranean.Less sodium and more minerals makes the food lighter and easy to digest.Pizzas, breads and all the seafood dishes are made with Pure Sea Water.We directly buy our ingredients from small independent Italian producers and we only use the best local suppliers.We only serve Authentic Neapolitan Wood fired pizza, pasta from Gragnano, fresh fish & British meats.Every single dish is handmade with love and patience by our chefs, in full respect of the tradition.Simple recipes, only the best ingredients and a lot of Passion.Please note we are serving a simple and delicious Sunday Lunch Menu for £55 per person with 11 courses including dessert. We do not serve Pizzas on Sunday.
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7. Goldies
4.4
Awesome(75)
Price: Moderate
• Grill • Soho
Booked 38 times today
Goldies’ menu focuses on the use of a wood-fired grill, with a selection of small and large plates connected by rich, smoky flavours. Highlights include a Merguez Scotch Egg with harissa mayonnaise, Marinated Baby Chicken with smoked yoghurt, and Grilled Wild Mushrooms, Baby Leek, and a confit egg yolk. In a nod to the founders’ French roots, variations of the iconic Frites are the signature of the restaurant, which are hand-cut and twice-cooked, in either beef dripping or vegetable oil.The design of the space is centred on the expertise of wood-fired cooking, with kitchen counter seating to create a dramatic dining experience for guests. The interiors are cosy, with contemporary decoration, terracotta warm tones and a groovy musical atmosphere. Goldies features a noteworthy terrace that fits 30 guests.
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8. Bocconcino Soho
4.4
Awesome(798)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Soho
Booked 90 times today
Nestled in the heart of Soho's bustling streets, Bocconcino offers an exquisite blend of traditional Italian gastronomy and contemporary London dining. Our restaurant showcases modern Italian elegance, with interiors featuring warm tones and marble accents. Our menu celebrates Italy's culinary heritage, marking us a standout Italian restaurant in Soho.Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as a top 'Italian Restaurant in London' and nominated for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining.Every Friday and Saturday, and for Saturday brunch, our restaurant with a DJ comes alive. Our ground floor vibrates with energy from live DJs, making Bocconcino the prime choice for a bottomless brunch or fine dining in Soho.
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9. Hakkasan Mayfair
4.6
Exceptional(7846)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Mayfair
Booked 28 times today
Hakkasan Mayfair is a foodie's paradise. It has a Michelin star for its modern Cantonese cuisine, with dishes like Chilean Seabass and Crispy Duck Salad that reviewers describe as 'delicious'. The wine list is 'one of the most influential in the industry'. The ambiance is 'great', 'cool' and 'beautiful' and the food is 'beautifully presented'. The service is consistently 'impeccable' and 'helpful'.
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10. St. JOHN Smithfield
4.8
Exceptional(4075)
Price: Very Expensive
• British • Farringdon
Booked 46 times today
Fergus Henderson’s original home of “Nose to Tail Eating” opened in a former smokehouse around the corner from Smithfield Market in 1994.Celebrating the finest of indigenous British produce and making the most of what is seasonally best whilst applying straight forward cooking techniques, St. John is now celebrated as one of the 50 Best Restaurants in the World and in 2009 was awarded its first Michelin Star.Nose to tail eating means that, where appropriate, every part of the animal should be put to good use in the kitchen and so along with Roast Beef and Lemon Sole, diners will find Rolled Pig’s Spleen, Kidneys and Ox Heart, Liver and Chitterlings as well as the Roast Bone Marrow & Parsley Salad, something of a ‘signature’ dish.

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  • Brianvip
    London •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We always enjoy our visits to Saint Jacques. The welcome is always warm and the service is exemplary. The food gets better and better, this time I had the scallops (St Jacques!) and the pheasant, which was an enormous portion, and very flavoursome. The wine list is well chosen with some unusual wines and all very reasonably priced. Highly recommended.
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    Saint JacquesPrice: Very Expensive• French• St. James's
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    4.8
  • Alan
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Cannot complain about any aspect of the experience, already booked out next visit
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    HappyPrice: Moderate• European• Leicester Square
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    4.3
  • Virginie
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Best Japanese restaurant ever ! Super top quality food, not crowded and the personal very force coming. Thank you for this amazing experience !
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    Ginza St. James'sPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Mayfair
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    4.2
  • Kevin
    East Sussex •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Booked for a pre-matinee lunch on an Open Table deal / recommendation -£25 for 3 courses and a glass of fizz. Very impressed; not sure how you beat this for value in Soho / theatreland. Nice room downstairs, welcoming & attentive (but not fussy) service, good food from a decent menu choice. Perfect for what we wanted. Oh, and the name…”apples & pears”? Nice touch :-)
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    Mele E PerePrice: Moderate• Italian• Soho
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    4.4
  • Paulvip
    New York City •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 Oct 2024
    As always, the service was fabulous. The room is classic Brit. The Dover Sole was dependably terrific. You can hear your table mates without shouting. It is a must for me in London
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    WiltonsPrice: Very Expensive• British• Green Park
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    4.9

Discover best foodies restaurants in St. James's

Discover the culinary charm of St. James's, West End London, where foodies can indulge in a diverse array of gastronomic delights. Nestled in one of London's most prestigious areas, this locale offers an eclectic mix of dining options that cater to the palates of discerning gourmands. From innovative cuisine that blends traditional flavors with modern cooking techniques, to cozy bistros offering classic dishes, every restaurant in St. James's promises a unique and memorable dining experience. The area is renowned for its sophisticated atmosphere and high-quality establishments, where each meal is prepared with the utmost care and attention to detail. Patrons can expect not only exquisite food but also impeccable service and an inviting ambiance, making each visit truly special. Whether you're a local or a visitor, exploring the dining scene in St. James's is an absolute must for anyone with a passion for exceptional culinary adventures. This vibrant area continuously attracts food enthusiasts eager to explore its rich flavors and innovative culinary concepts.

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