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Bibendum - Modern
European
Cuisine:Modern European
Average Price: £55
Address: Michelin House
81 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 6RD
Tel: 020 7581 5817
Website: www.bibendum.co.uk
Nearest Tube: South Kensington
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Chelsea Kitchen
- Modern European
Good quality food at reasonable prices,
quick cheerful service. Full English breakfast is fantastic
value at £3.80 including tea.
Cuisine: modern european
Average Price:
Address: 98 Kings Road, London, SW3 4TZ
Tel: 020 7589 1330
Nearest Tube: sloane square |
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FireHouse -
Modern European
This exclusive restaurant above the newly
refurbished [September 2002] private members club is a must.
Head Chef Daniel Crow, previously at Mosimanns and Le Gavroche
- is perfecting a menu that is complimented by the spectacular
views over the garden of the Natural History Museum.
Cuisine: Modern European
Average Price: £30 excluding wine
Address: 3 Cromwell Road, London, SW7 2HR
Tel: 020 7584 7258
Nearest Tube: South Kensington |
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Mezzo - Modern
European
For glamorous outings in the heart of
Soho, Mezzo brings together two restaurants, a private dining
room, three bars and a cafÈ all under one roof, and dominated
by a huge kitchen that runs through the two floors. Downstairs,
Mezzo restaurant has recently undergone some exciting changes.
Its rich new colour scheme, lush velvet seating and innovative
menu makes it the perfect backdrop to enjoy the live music.
The adjoining bar, Mezzoluna, is a sexy retreat with luxurious
leather furnishings, sultry lighting and innovative cocktail
list. Mezzonine, upstairs at Mezzo, is partially a large bar,
a Soho landmark where people go to see and be seen. Mezzonine
restaurant serves Asian food to Contemporary Thai on big dishes
and bowls. It's quick and inexpensive, and has a great display
of photographs of Soho life. Mezzo is right in the heart of
Soho and is very easy to get to by taxi. The nearest Underground
stations are Oxford Circus, Tottenham Court Road, Leicester
Square and Piccadilly Circus.
Cuisine: Modern European
Average Price: £49 per person including wine
Address: 100 Wardour Street, Soho, London, W1F OTN
Tel: 020 7314 4000
Website: www.conran.com
Nearest Tube: Oxford Circus Piccadilly Circus |
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Oxo Tower Restaurant
& Brasserie -
Modern European
The Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar & Brasserie
is situated on the eighth floor of the Oxo Tower. The central
tower acts as a natural focus dividing the space into two equal
halves. To the east, lies The Oxo Tower Restaurant and to the
west, The Oxo Tower Bar and Brasserie. Both spaces are linked
by a spectacular 250-foot terrace which offers some of the most
breathtaking views in London. THE OXO TOWER BAR The Bar is situated
on the south side of the Wharf and is treated to stunning views.
The Bar seats 18 people at tables and is open throughout the
day serving cocktails. THE OXO TOWER BRASSERIE is a modern,
colourful space, where again the design elements are drawn from
the inspiring surroundings. The Brasserie seats up to 150 people
with an additional 100 seats on the river terrace. THE OXO TOWER
RESTAURANT Echoing the design of a 1930¹s ocean liner.
The windows are angled to prevent any night time reflections
enabling the diner to take full advantage of the spectacular
views over the City and St Paul¹s Cathedral. The Restaurant
seats 130 people with an additional 75 seats on the terrace
for summer dining.
Cuisine: Modern European
Address: Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House Street, SE1
Website: www.harveynichols.com
Nearest Tube: Blackfriars or Waterloo |
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Quaglino's
- Modern British French
This dazzling restaurant, bar and private
room was built on the site of the old Quaglino's; the most famous
and decadent of London's 'society restaurant'.Sweeping staircases,
sexy cigarette girls and seriously stunning seafood highlight
the commitment to glamour in this place to see and be seen.
Diverse and seasonal, the menu offers classic brasserie food
with a twist of indulgence. The stunning private room is available
for lunch and dinner for up to 44 guests for a sit down event
or 60 for a cocktail reception.
Cuisine: Modern British French Brasserie
Average Price: £45
Address: 16 Bury Street, St. James's, London, SW1Y 6AL
Tel: 0207 930 6767
Website: www.conran.com
Nearest Tube: Picadilly Circus Green Park |
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The Collection
- Modern International
"In the heart of the bustling Chelsea
designer district, the world renowned Collection Restaurant
and Bar regularly plays host to the creme of the showbiz world.Ý
Many a chic model has graced its famous glass catwalk entrance.Ý
Complemented by the finest international dining and exquisite
service, surrounded by beats from the coolest DJ's, this is
the place to see and be seen."
Cuisine: Modern International
Average Price: £45
Address: 264 Brompton Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 2AS
Tel: 020 7225 1212
Website: www.the-collection.co.uk
Nearest Tube: South Kensington |
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The Fifth Floor
Restaurant Bar Cafe - Harvey Nichols Cuisine - Modern European
Address: 109-125 Knightsbridge, London,
SW1X 7RJ
Tel: Cafe: 7823 1839 Restaurant: 7235 5250
Website: www.harveynichols.com
Nearest Tube: Knightsbridge |
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Gordon Ramsay
20 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
Currently the only restaurant with a British chef to hold 3
Michelin stars, Gordon Ramsay¹s eponymous Chelsea restaurant
is widely agreed to be the best restaurant in London. It topped
the 2001 Harden¹s and Zagat surveys and also won the Restaurant
of The Year in the 2001 Hotel and Restaurant awards.
Cuisine: Modern European
Average Price: £79 (3 courses set menu)
Address: 68-69 Royal Hospital Road, SW3
Tel: 0207 352 4441/3334
Website: www.gordonramsay.com
Nearest Tube: Sloane Square |
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L'escargot
- French
40 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
Greek Street is probably the heart of Soho and L¹Escargot
is surely the heart of Greek Street one of London¹s
most fashionable and well-established eateries. The Ground Floor
Restaurant buzzes with life and excitement, while upstairs The
Picasso Room provides a more intimate and discreet ambience
for fine dining. L¹Escargot boasts two stunning private
rooms. The elegant OPrivate Room¹ is perfect for boardroom
meetings, product launches and dinner parties. The OBarrel Vault
Room¹ with its unusual architecture and boldly decorated
features, has a livelier atmosphere, ideal for celebrations,
client entertaining and pre or post theatre functions.
Cuisine: French
Average Price: £50
Address: 48 Greek St, Soho, London, W1D 4EE
Tel: 020 7734 7333
Nearest Tube: Leicester Square |
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Orrery - French
45 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
Like the intricate cosmological model that lends it its name,
Orrery is redolent with elegance, sophistication and attention
to detail. Dishes, full of the tastes of France, include treats
such as Pyrenean Milk-Fed Lamb, Limousin Beef and,for serious
food lovers, the menu Gourmand. Orrery receives regular critical
acclaim for the amazing wine list, cheese board and cigar selection.
In addition to the restaurant, which offers beautiful views,
there is also an intimate bar and sunny terrace.
Cuisine: French
Average Price: £52/ £69 per person with wine
Address: 55 Marylebone High Street, London, SW1M 3AE
Tel: 020 7616 8000
Nearest Tube: Baker Street/ Regent's Park |
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Petrus - French
25 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
Chef patron Marcus Wareing¹s elegant restaurant has established
itself as one of the best fine dining restaurants in London,
winning the AA Guide Restaurant of the Year Award in 2001. Some
of the delicious choices on offer include: Carpaccio of tuna
with parmesan, cheese and baby artichokes, roasted seabass with
asparagus, sauteed langoustine with shellfish viniagrette and
raviolli of lobster. Deserts: raspberry souffle with chocolate
sauce and lemon confit with vanilla sauce.
Cuisine: French
Average Price: £65 (3 courses set menu)
Address: 33 St James's Street, London, SW1A 1HD
Website: www.petrus-restaurant.com
Nearest Tube: Green Park |
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The Rotisserie
- French
5 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
The Rotisserie restaurants London have a menu that offer something
for everyone, be it steak, fish, chicken, duck or vegetarian
dishes to mention a few. The portions are generous and value
for money is our guarantee!
Cuisine: French
Average Price: £30
Address: 56 Uxbridge Road
Sheperds Bush Green, London, W12 8LP
Tel: 0208 743 3028
Website: www.therotisserie.co.uk
Nearest Tube: Sheperds Bush Green |
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Boisdale -
British
20 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
Boisdale was established in 1989. The atmosphere is end of Empire
with a well-worn, clubable feel. Dark green and lacquer red
panelling; dark old oak floors; an eclectic ensemble of paintings;
jazz and blues from the 1930's, '40's and '50's. The menu is
a blend of traditional and modern British cooking, with ingredients
sourced directly from Scotland, including haggis, salmon, game,
lobster, hand-dived scallops and cheese. The Macdonald Bar opened
in June 1999 and is home to The Boisdale Jazz and Cigar Club.
It has a late licence until 1.00am with The Boisdale Blue Rhythm
Band playing live jazz from the '30's, '40's and '50's. After
10.00pm, an optional jazz charge of £3.95 is payable by
non-members who are already on the premises, whilst an admission
charge of £10.00 is payable by non members arriving after
10.00pm.
Cuisine: British
Average Price: £39
Address: 15 Eccleston Street, London, SW1W 9LX
Tel: 020 7730 6922
Website: www.boisdale.co.uk
Nearest Tube: Victoria |
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Butlers Wharf
Chop House - British
35 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
For lovers of classic English food, Butler's Wharf Chop House
is just the ticket. Fish and Chips with Mushy Peas, Steak &
Kidney Pudding or Dover Sole can all be enjoyed in a spacious
restaurant that is reminiscent of a boating shed or cricket
pavillion. And when the weather is as good as the food, a long
terrace provides spectacular views of Tower Bridge.
Average Price: £45- restaurant (including wine) £15
- bar
Address: The Butlers Wharf Building, 36e Shad Thames, London,
SE1 2YE
Tel: 0207 403 3403
Website: www.chophouse.co.uk
Nearest Tube: Tower hill / London Bridge |
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Foxtrot Oscar
Chelsea Restaurant - British
15 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
'The Chelsea' restaurant is a classic - a friendly, lively,
matey place with good British/International cuisine and an open,
informal ambience. The changing menu features comforting favourites
like shepherds pie, creamy kedgeree, and eggs benedict. Brilliant
burgers too and a smart short wine list. Recently, they have
teamed up with Brian Turner of 'Ready Steady Cook Fame' and
have developed a menu of traditonal favourites with some grown-up
but classic British dishes.
Cuisine: British
Average Price: £30
Address: 79 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, SW3 4HN
Tel: 0207 352 7179
Website: www.foxtrot-oscar.co.uk
Nearest Tube: Sloane Square |
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The Enterprise
- British
20 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
Neither a bar or a restaurant, but the Enterprise is how they
bill themselves and from that you could be forgiven for thinking
you are about to be 'beamed up' for a meal with Captain Kirk
and Scotty. Instead however, you will find a sophisticated pub
conversion with a relaxed and stylish ambience. What's cooking?
Salmon fish cakes, saute chicken salad, wild mushroom risotto
or bangers and mash.
Cuisine: British
Average Price:Under £35
Address: 35 Walton Street, South Kensington, London, SW3 2HU
Tel: 0207 584 3148
Nearest Tube: South Kensington |
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Al Duca - Italian
15 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
There is nothing better than the perfectly cooked Italian food,
unless it is an extensive wine list, and Al Duca boasts both
of the above. Al Duca is situated just off Jermyn Street and
boasts a 100% Italian wine list, personally chosen by the manager
Salvatore Broccu. A little more dangerous perhaps is his selection
of grappa!!! Under the strict supervision of head chef Antonio
Cucchiara the food represents the best of Italian cuisine. Antonio
has trained and worked throughout Italy and London, in award
winning and Michelin starred restaurants.
Al Duca holds 2AA Rosettes and a Michelin Red M.
For reservations call 0207 839 3090 or e-mail info@alduca-restaurant.co.uk
Cuisine: Italian
Average Price: £35
Address: 4-5 Duke of York Street, St James, London, SW1Y 6LA
Tel: 020 7839 3090
Website: www.alduca-restaurant.co.uk
Nearest Tube: Green Park/Piccadilly |
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Elistano -
Italian
15 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
Local Italian restaurant by Chelsea Green with a lively atmosphere,
charming staff and a fantastic menu. Not to be missed is the
tuna and beef carpaccio, ravioli del giorno, pasta e fagioli
and pan-fried calf¹s liver. There is a wide choice of wines
and delicious cheeses.
Cuisine: Italian
Average Price: £35 including wine
Address: 25-27 Elystan Street, Chelsea, London, SW3 3NT
Tel: 0207 351 4443
Nearest Tube: Sloanne Sq. South Kensington |
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Sartoria -
Italian
45 mins from Exhibition by Taxi
As elegant as a Milan boutique and as glamorous as a catwalk
show, Sartoria provides the very latest in Italian cooking in
the home of English tailoring, Saville Row. Goerges Perendes,
a former Maitre d' of the year (awarded by Harpers and Queen)
oversees a restaurant, bar and private rooms which are the favourite
of the fashionista and the darling of the art dealers.
Cuisine: Italian
Average Price: £55 per person including wine
Address: 20 Saville Row, London, W1X 1AE
Tel: 020 7534 7000
Nearest Tube: Oxford Circus/ Piccadilly Circus
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