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1. Cambio de Tercio
4.8
Exceptional(1141)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Kensington
Booked 1 time today
Cambio de Tercio is the signature Restaurant of Cambio De Tercio Restaurant Group, located in the heart of Chelsea- South Kensington. It was open in June, 1995 and is a pioneer in offering modern and innovative Spanish cuisine in London.We also offer traditional Spanish tapas, but it is our Chef Alberto Criado’s creative dishes, what defines us and has given us our name.Our award winning “wine list” contains the largest and more diverse selection of Spanish wines anywhere in London.Within our renovated premises, you can now have dinner at our Chef’s table situated in our kitchen or enjoy one of our Spanish style Gin & Tonic at our “C.Tonic” Bar, with a large 80+ premium gin’s menu. The Restaurant has gained many accolades during the years including the much coveted “ PREMIO ALIMENTOS DE ESPANA 2003- awarded by the Spanish Minister of Agriculture, Fishing and Food as “The Best Spanish Restaurant in any country outside Spain, 2003”
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2. Korean Grill Kensington
4.6
Exceptional(81)
Price: Expensive
• Korean • South Kensington
Booked 7 times today
A unique butcher driven Korean Steakhouse in the heart of Kensington. Come to KGK and immerse yourself into K-BBQ while we take you on a wild journey through Hwayo cocktails, marinated kalbi, and squid game inspired desserts. At KGK, all of our cuts of steak are dry aged for a minimum of 30 days inhouse. We pair our cuts with homemade sauces and traditional Korean side dishes to create a harmonious balance.
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3. Light Of India
4.5
Awesome(405)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Kensington
Situated in the heart of Kensington, The Light of India restaurant is a classy and elegant Indian restaurant established in 1984. Dishes are derived from the Moghul cuisine of North West India where fish and meat ingredients are, traditionally, cooked in a tandoor oven. Being awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence, Open Table Dinners Choice Award as well as the Certificate of Excellence by AAA our culinary philosophy is deceptively simple. We celebrate the very best of Indian food. The Light of India is the perfect place for family dining in London, an intimate dinner with your special somebody, or just a meal with friends or colleagues.
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4. Yashin Ocean House
4.7
Exceptional(380)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • South Kensington
Yashin Ocean House was founded by some of London's leading experts in Japanese cuisine. Hosting an elegant dining hall with Edwardian architecture, the ambience is perfect for dates with friends, family or couples as well as solo visits. Our menu is centred on satisfying Japanese tapas and our signature Omakase sushi, also offering some of the finest delicacies in the world such as our exclusive Hida wagyu. Enjoy your meal with a glass of sake, as we offer one of the widest ranges in London, and can suggest the perfect sake to enhance and complement your dish.Our sushi concept is “without soy sauce – but if you want to”. Of course, we can serve as much soy sauce as the diner desires; however, what we want to emphasise is the taste of the fish. Therefore, each piece of sushi that we serve is brushed with the right amount of soy sauce and topped with an accompaniment that harmonises with the flavour of the fish.
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5. Go Viet
4.7
Exceptional(440)
Price: Moderate
• Vietnamese • Kensington
After the phenomenal success of Chinatown's Viet Food, the founder Chef Jeff Tan opens his flagship, modern fusion Vietnamese restaurant with casual dining, Go Viet in South Kensington.With its comfortable booth seating, low hanging Asian style lamps, terracotta colour scheme and backlit tortoiseshell wall panels, it is sleek, contemporary and minimalist. From the moment you walk in there is a feeling of warmth and peacefulness.GO-Viet menu created by Chef Tan and Chef Huang with Chef Jeff’s concept of combines the finest quality Vietnamese ingredients with Western cooking style, injecting healthy elements to Vietnamese cuisine and gives it a modern twist. Fresh and fragrant herbs combined with delicately seasoned sauces and broths, dishes are not only beautifully presented but packed full of flavour, and free from MSG.A selection of red, rose and white world wines, unique cocktails (as well as non-alcoholic versions), beers, ciders and juices, make up the extens
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6. Thali
4.6
Exceptional(234)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Kensington
Booked 1 time today
Located on the Old Brompton Road in South Kensington, Thali serves up authentic dishes from throughout India, many with an appealing modern twist. The grazing style restaurant focuses mainly on North Indian cuisine but also showcases curries and tandoori specials. The menus are based on family recipes, handed down through generations, and enhanced by head chef Dila Ram. We love the sound of tandoori wild boar, for example, or snow crab patties with mint, coriander and spices. The thali offers a selection of dishes, as does the tasting menu – both provide a good introduction. The décor, an interesting mix of cosmopolitan London meets the mystery of the East, ensures Thali attracts a vibrant mix of local foodies and fashionistas. Diners looking for a casual bite are welcomed upstairs to the candlelit restaurant, while the ground floor is reserved for private dining. ** Winner of 2019 London Curry Awards - Fine Dining restaurant of the year **
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7. Thai Square South Kensington
3.7
Very Good(328)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • South Kensington
One of the best Thai restaurants in London, our South Kensington location is an intimate and inviting space nestled amongst London’s finest museums. With authentic Thai food and a warm and relaxed ambiance, our South Kensington location is the perfect place to recharge after a day spent exploring the Natural History Museum, V&A, Science Museum, or Royal Albert Hall.While visitors love our outdoor seating and Southeast Asian décor, which mixes traditional and modern elements, what they enjoy the most about the dining experience is the food itself. Our chefs use the freshest ingredients available to carefully prepare each menu item. Favourites include the Pad Thai and Thai Green Curry, but you’ll have to visit to find the dish you fancy the most. Be sure to stay up to date on our latest London restaurant deals as well.
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8. The Ivy Asia, Chelsea
4.3
Awesome(2658)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Chelsea
Booked 78 times today
Enjoy a taste of east in the heart of west at The Ivy Asia, Chelsea.Our menu takes you on a journey through Asia where you can enjoy sushi & sashimi, small dishes such as prawn tempura or vegetable gyoza, and large dishes including the likes of slow-cooked pork belly and avocado crispy tofu. All our meals are the perfect match for our theatrical drinks and cocktails.On the weekend, our vibrant destination comes alive with entertainment, music, and DJs, encouraging you to stay and play late into the night.
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9. Zephyr
4.7
Exceptional(592)
Price: Very Expensive
• Greek • Notting Hill
Booked 40 times today
West London melts away as chargrilled meat and fish are drizzled and dressed with modern-mezze flavours amidst a plethora of interpretive feasting dishes.Layered dining promotes a flowing service that gives flavours room to breathe.
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10. MR CHOW
4.2
Awesome(1231)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Knightsbridge
Booked 15 times today
Mr Chow opened on Valentines Day 1968. Designed by Michael Chow, it remains one of the the most uniquely beautiful restaurants in London. The atmosphere is one of relaxed luxury with original works of art, lacquered walls and white marble floors. Mr Chow serves a combination of original,authentic Beijing recipes together with new innovative dishes, specialities such as Green Prawns, Ma Mignon and Mr Chow noodles were all created by our award winning chefs. Also on the menu is our superlative Beijing Duck and a variety of exciting vegetarian dishes. During the evening, as entertainment, a chef performs the skilful art of hand-pulled Beijing noodles. Known as an institution in London MR CHOW draws generations of the young and fashionable by serving consistently excellent food, prepared by executive chef John Wu and his team."All of it impeccable, great, tasty, a triumph! That was a good meal to put it mildly" Michael Winner The Sunday Times.AVERAGE PRICE DINNER-£70+

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