London Restaurants
When it comes to dining in London you could be in for some of the best food you have ever tasted. Gordon Ramsey isn’t the only great chef Britain has produced. So, if good food is what you are after then you have come to the right city. Plus, London offers some of the best international cuisine in the world. It’s just like being in India or Thailand all within the city limits!
Family Friendly: Because London is such an international city there is a restaurant to fit even the pickiest eaters. The best family restaurants, however, are located around Leicester Square and Covent Garden. Both have restaurants that offer pre-show meals if you are looking for a place to eat before your show starts. Don’t be afraid of pubs for lunch for the family. They can often have a great selection of food that kids like and are pretty slow during the day, although at night they wouldn’t be a great place to take your family.
Local Cuisine: Britain definitely has its own unique cuisine that speaks to its culture. Fish & Chips served with mushy peas are an obvious British favorite that have gained popularity around the world. Bangers & Mash or sausage and mashed potatoes are another UK favorite. No matter what the menu item it is always fun to at least try the local cuisine of anywhere you are visiting. London also has amazing cocktails and ales. If you are visiting during the summer be sure to try a Pimms and lemonade, one of Britain’s most famous and delicious cocktails. It is also becoming a 24-hour city. If you are looking for great late night eats, Soho has restaurants that stay open until 1 or 2 in the morning and Little Italy offers many restaurants that are open for 24 hours.
Notable Restaurants: London has some of the best restaurants in the world. Rules, London’s oldest restaurant located near Covent Garden and Leister Square and offers award winning British food. They have a great menu and wine list. But be sure to book your reservations well in advance. This can be done online. Also, if you are looking for a place with a little bit of spice, try Gordon Ramsay’s Restaurant located at 68 Royal Hospital Road, London,
SW3 4HP. Reservations can be made exactly 2 months in advance.
World Food: Because it is such an international city, London offers fantastic world cuisine. From India to South America, the best of the best gather here to bring a taste of their homes to the rest of the world. Due to Great Britain’s long history of imperialism many of its former colonies have made London one of the world’s largest melting pots and formerly foreign food is now a part of normal daily life in London. Ubon by Nobu offers a fabulous fusion of Japanese and South American cuisine located in Canary Wharf, London and offers amazing views of the city. Or try Tamarind in Mayfair, which offers some of the most elegant and delicious Indian cuisine in the world. If you are looking for a specific style of cuisine ask the local tourist office or the reception at your hotel.