Whippet Inn
The Whippet Inn is one of those bars and restaurants that’s worth tracking down. It reminds us of long weekends in the country estate, tucked…
The Beaumont
Imagine an oasis of calm, a mere stone’s throw from the frantic pace of Oxford Street, and you have likely found your way to…
Haymarket Hotel
A mere stone’s throw from London’s theatre district and ideally located for Mayfair and the nearby tourist attractions of Trafalgar Square, the Haymarket Hotel…
Madison
It might be a tourist mecca boasting vistas over St Paul’s and the City of London but, time it right, and you’ll be surprised by…
7 Tales
Trying to recreate ‘the night-time atmosphere of Tokyo’ in the heart of London is no easy feat. For one, we don’t have quite the…
NT’s Cocktail Bar
With a new home in Broadway Market, NT’s Cocktail bar is situated in the former Platform Bar. This opening has been welcomed with open arms from…
Malmaison Belfast
Malmaison has become synonymous with style and comfort, perfectly blending trendy interiors for both business and leisure travellers alike. Malmaison Belfast doesn’t disappoint the swanky…
Ham Yard Hotel
It’s hard to believe that this little oasis of greenery sits atop one of London’s buzzy nightspots in the heart of fashionable Soho. So…
Hotel du Vin Brighton
Oh, we do like to be beside the seaside which is why Hotel du Vin Brighton comes up trumps when in need of an…
Opium
Tucked away from the bustle of Chinatown in London’s Soho is the unassuming but dangerously sexy Opium bar. You may need night vision giggles…
Pharmacy 2
We are delighted to welcome Pharmacy 2 Restaurant to the Lambeth area. The original Pharmacy was set up by PR guru Matthew Freud and…
Black Axe Mangal
Black Axe Mangal is another pop-up restaurant done good. It never popped down having proved so popular with Lee Tiernan’s take on Turkish fare,…
ALFS
Situated slap-bang in the middle of the yummy mummy mecca that is Chiswick High Road, ALFS (Angie’s Little Food Shop) unsurprisingly attracts a rather…
Hoppers
With the hotly anticipated opening of Hoppers comes with it the tastes and smells of Sri Lanka slap-bang in the heart of Soho from the…
Ivy Kensington Brasserie
The Ivy Kensington Brasserie opened in December 2015 offering all-day dining and a long cocktail list a mere stone’s throw from Kensington Palace and…
The German Gymnasium
Big up to the guys behind Bluebird and Quaglino’s who have bought their ever expanding glamorous empire to the heart of Kings Cross with…
Camden’s Daughter
Camden’s Daughter seems intent on bringing waistlines back. Now, that’s our kind of place. We fully approve of the fast food movement that swept…
The Palomar
Never has a restaurant caused quite such a stir when the Palomar opened in the heart of Soho in the summer of 2014 and…
Netil 360
Formerly a pop-up rooftop bar hanging with the trend-setters of Hackney, Netil 360 will be closed in October 2015 for two months to be…
Counter Vauxhall
We can finally welcome a destination restaurant under the Vauxhall arches introducing a fusion of French and American dishes in their all-day brasserie. Counter…
Smoking Goat
Wowing us with inventive and fresh Thai dishes this summer, Smoking Goat Soho has been brought to life by the imaginative friend of Nahm…
Gotto
Unsurprisingly, it’s gone all ‘industrial’ over East but they are rather foodie forward in this neck of the woods. With its enviable canal side location,…
Kurobuta
When dining in a Chelsea postcode you can usually expect a large bill to come with it and Kurobuta doesn’t disappoint in this respect….
Shackfuyu
Another of those ‘pop ups’ that never quite ‘popped down’ due to huge demand for Shackfuyu and their exciting, vibrant menu in the heart…
Polpo Smithfield
The brainchild of Russell Norman, of ‘No Reservations’ and small plate fame brings laid-back, delicious food to Polpo Smithfield, Polpo’s East London outpost with handily speedy…
Wilmington
Conveniently located across from the buzzy Exmouth Market, The Wilmington is the perfect watering hole for the Clerkenwell foodie crowd. Open for brunch, lunch…
Pizza East Portobello
It’s no surprise that we saw Pizza East Portobello opening up in a restored Georgian pub in the middle of Portobello Market. Pizza East were…
Forge
You’d expect the City to feature rather bland watering holes designed to fit into its surroundings but Forge is a little off the wall…
Sky Garden
Housed in the glass dome of 20 Fenchurch Street the Sky Garden has been making waves since its opening in January 2015. The danger…
Tommy Tucker
Wrestle your way to the bar at the Tommy Tucker as word has sadly got out. Fulham now has an edge. With Claude Compton…
Brown Cow
Housing Fulham’s finest the Brown Cow has even been known to serve a certain Prince. It’s this understated elegance that has kept those fickle…
Maggie Jones’s
Maggie Jones’s is a Kensington institution having housed a host of celebrities and long-standing fans for over 40 years. As the sister restaurant of…
Barrafina
Make sure to head to Barrafina as your first port of call when in Soho. Packed to the brim on a daily basis with…
Osea Island
For the ultimate party and/or getaway, time your arrival with the 4 hour window that accesses the causeway to the Essex retreat that is…
The Star Inn
Well worth the battle with the M1, the Star at Harome is an eccentric little number brimming with character and individuality. The 9-bedrooms all…
The White Horse
Situated on the highlight of Norfolk’s Coastal Path, the White Horse is the perfect base if you’re looking for a weekend exploring. With stunning…
The Lion Inn
Undoubtedly one of the prettiest pubs in the UK, the Lion Inn is a former 15th century coaching inn found in Winchcombe has been…
The Ace Hotel
One for the boys, the Ace Hotel may see you desperately search your wardrobe for your East London attire. If he has lost his…
Bedruthan Hotel and Spa
It may seem that the hotel is intent on showing you the full Play-doh colour chart in full force but don’t let the slightly…
The Rectory
Driving up to the country estate that is the Rectory, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve turned up to a stately home by mistake….
The Clove Club
Head to this lively East End hangout to sample the best margaritas in town (blackcurrant, watermelon and sea salt gives an insight into why…
Duck and Waffle
If the views over the London skyline at Duck & Waflle weren’t enough for you to visit then we’d hope the wasabi, apple and…
Black Pig with White Pearls
With a name like The Black Pig with White Pearls it hardly conjures up Iberian hams and sherry selections but rest assured this gem is…
The Salusbury
The Salusbury is certainly well worth a visit for the outstanding food alone – regularly named as the favourite ‘gastropub’ of many a foodie –…
Brawn
Championing small, local producers and delivering on boisterous tastes, the Columbia Road restaurant Brawn must be visited at least once. Of course it features…
Smokehouse
Introduce an appealing bad-boy (adorned with tattoos and all) and a love of BBQ and you have a meaty menu to get through. Luckily…
Hoxton Grill
Head East for the chicest eaterie this side of the City: the Hoxton Grill gives an air of New York hotel lobby when you…
10 Greek Street
You might feel like a sardine once seated at this Soho favourite but don’t let that put you off. 10 Greek Street favours the…
The River Café
Ok, so it’s not cheap but you either hope the parents bring out their credit card or suck it up and treat them. The…
Chiltern Firehouse
With the Chateau Marmont under his belt, it’s no wonder that André Balazs turned his attentions to British gastronomy for his next challenge. Welcome…
Far Rockaway
We’re sorry to have to admit that East London is our port of call for our ‘alternative’ options with good reason. Here they combine…
The Shenkman Bar
Add a touch of class to your evening out with a visit to The Royal Academy. Oliver Peyton has added a whole new glamour…
The Whip
The Whip is in the heart of Mayfair and celebrates all things equine – what’s not to love? This speakeasy style bar is hidden above…
Grain Store
For those edgier restaurants cropping up in the last year we now expect to see some brickwork, lead piping and hopefully an exposed bulb…
Montgomery Place
Head to this Notting Hill hotspot for all things you’d expect from a good local bar. Lima sours and surely the finest passonfruit concoctions…
The Vault
New York chic finally comes to London. With a prohibition air, The Vault is not easy to find, once you’ve popped your head through…
The Zetter Townhouse
Arguably coming into its own in the winter months, the award-winning cocktail lounge at The Zetter Townhouse in trendy Clerkenwell offers up imaginative, bespoke…
Ace Hotel Lobby Bar
The staff may dress better than your date but please forgive them. You’re in Shoreditch. Everyone is trendier than you. Putting ego aside, a…
Paradise by Way of Kensal Green
Way out West, the Paradise has seen us through our 20’s and continues to impress. The perk is now we’re into our 30’s we…
The Blind Pig
This is the upstairs bar of Jason Atherton’s acclaimed Pollen Street Social sister restaurant, the Social Eating House. The Blind Pig to those in…
Barrio East
Imagine the cast of Mad Men and some illicit recreational drug use and you could just about dream up the interiors of Barrio East….
Simmons Bar
Imaginative is certainly a word that can be associated with Simmons Bar. With sites now across London – Kings Cross, Camden, Soho, Shoreditch and…
White Lyan
This is a bar that is known for its forward thinking. Ryan Chetiyawardana is heralded as the new face of cocktails; this renowned tipple…
The Whistling Shop
The Whistling Shop challenges our senses on all levels, set up by the revolutionary Fluid Movement team, they’ve brought a whole new drinking experience to…
Stories on Broadway
From the creators of Queen of Hoxton and the infamous Book Club, Stories invites a hybrid of creative types to drink and dance the…
Tanner & Co
Head to Bermondsey Street for guaranteed fun amidst some of London Town’s best watering holes. Tanner & Co also delivers with great pies and…
Burger & Lobster
Mayfair location, open to all and it does exactly what it says on the tin. Great for those indecisive types, your options of burger,…
Dirty Bones
This place has created a bit of stir for us Londoners. Settling in for a night of hot dogs and triple cooked chips may…
La Bodega Negra
Mexican streetfood and tequila by the bucketload. What’s not to love? This secret Soho hideaway is the perfect den for illicit trysts, dirty nights…
Bob Bob Ricard
Head to Bob Bob Ricard and feel like the pimpest Russian around. Any restaurant menu staring with gold vodka, caviar and oysters ensures a…
Shaka Zulu
Shake it up in North London and head to Shaka Zulu showing South Africa in all its glory. Bring your A-game to order the…
Roka
You’re going to have to look Soho-savvy to fit in here but don your best ‘media’ outfit and head to Roka for a seriously…
Cambio de Tercio
Nestled in a Chelsea jetset drinking haven, this Brompton Road restaurant is a lot livelier than it lets on. Known for out-of-this-world tapas, they’ve…
The Water Poet
We realise our ‘alternative’ pubs have a recurring theme of being situated in East London rather than South of the river. Good on those crazy…
The Antelope
An enduring, characterful pub in the heart of Chelsea seems unlikely. We don’t all want to drink in a Farrow & Ball showroom and…
The Alma
Not for the faint-hearted, you can smell the testosterone-fuelled, rugby-playing pheromones from a mile away The Alma. But Wandsworth residents are rather polite which…
The Builder’s Arms
Always full of eclectic types, we love the Builder’s Arms for its bountiful drinking surface area. This means that you can order your pint,…
The George & Vulture
An old man boozer within walking distance from the City. That serves pizza. And shows the rugby. What’s not to love? Teaming up with…
The Queen’s Arms
Those elusive London mews are a guaranteed hideaway for those of you desperate to escape the tourist routes and have our own British form…
Parlour
We’re talking business when you can start with a popcorn-infused old-fashioned. Parlour holds the key to our heart with their cocktail menu but you’ll…
Queen of Hoxton
Tick your daily cultural dosage in one fail swoop by booking into the Queen of Hoxton. What with it being a gallery, club and…
The Westbourne
Frequented by well-heeled West London types, luckily The Westbourne comes with a hearty dose of jovial staff and a warm welcome. Situated in the…
The Marksman Pub
A hop, skip and a jump from the City, the Marksman is an East End boozer offering old style charm and a warm and fuzzy…
Spuntino
Don’t be put off by the lack of website, telephone and generally far too cool for school exterior. Spuntino is the sister restaurant of…
The Avalon
The Avalon is one of those rare Clapham gems that offers a great boozer but also a rather inviting menu. Much as we love…
Phene
The key to visiting the Phene in London’s fashionable Chelsea is to picking a midweek night and settling into the ‘urban escape’ that is…
Molé Taco Bar
Molé Taco Bar may seem like a punchy choice: tequila is not always the most sensible way to start a date. But it works for…
The Rum Kitchen
Notting Hill has a problem. It tends to shut down by 10pm leaving nights falling flat. Finally we have the Rum Kitchen. A late…
Dalston Roof Park
Dalston Roof Park is desribed as an “Urban outdoor oasis”. How very edgy. If in East London then head here for an eclectic mix…
Polpo
Going to the theatre used to mean rushed suppers choosing the simplest fare on the menu whilst counting down the minutes to curtains up….
Balthazar
Balthazar has been a New York favourite for foodies and celebs since 1997. They’ve now introduced their chic all-day brasserie experience to the heart…
Riding House Cafe
Small plate sharing menus are all the rage. The Riding House Café do this better than anyone else. Sadly service could be improved (I…
Ronnie Scotts
Ronnie Scotts is a London staple for hosting the finest jazz since 1959. It doesn’t matter if you’re a fan of Dave Mathews or…
Dean Street Townhouse
Slick and sophisticated, Dean Street Townhouse is a bar that doesn’t mess around. Cosy back into their plush armchairs with a seriously good cocktail….
The Mayor of Scaredy Cat Town
If you’re looking for a date that will add an extra twist then head to Shoreditch and the unique offering that is The Mayor…
