Eat Modern British cuisine with a pint, taste the world or spend on Michelin
stars.
Party vibe: Central
Nightlife hotspot Soho is packed with restaurants full of trendy types. Nearby
Chinatown's golden ducks and Oriental gates draw diners in – for
upmarket Chinese, head for Michelin-starred Hakkasan (near Tottenham Court Road).
Mayfair is home to smart eateries like Gordon Ramsay's at
Claridge's and The Maze.
Posh eateries cluster in Kensington and Notting Hill, where
it's easy to find romantic little restaurants away from the heat of the
West End. Dine on charcoal-grilled Lebanese dishes in Edgware Road's
authentic restaurants.
London's East End offers a wealth of good-value, relaxed dining -
from Brick Lane curries and bagels to Modern British fare at laid-back gastro
pubs, Vietnamese in Hoxton and Turkish in Hackney.
For late-night dining, head for Soho and Chinatown. For tasty snacks,
try the city's Farmers' Markets. In London restaurants, a
service charge is often included in the bill. Don't be scared to ask before
tipping a discretionary 10-15%.
