(26 Smithfield Street in London, United Kingdom)

26 Smithfield restaurant overlooking London’s historic and happening Smithfield Market has an honest..., wholesome approach to food, a refreshing experience in the relentless City. With a champagne bar, very cool main bar, first floor dining room and al fresco terrace, 26 Smithfield always has a space and ambience to suit your mood. The main dish here is whole rotisserie chicken served family-style, though the comfort-food menu makes terrific use of Smithfield’s best meats and fresh fish too. The décor is laid-back smart, with leather seating, plain wooden tables and floors, and Indian fabrics for splashes of colour. Classic and mad cocktails and live music completes the scene. Please note - this restaurant only accepts bookings of 15 diners or more in the evenings.A credit card is required to reserve a table, if there is availability - this is simply to secure your booking, absolutely no money will be charged to the card except in the case of late cancellations.Please note - this venue does not serve food on Monday and Tuesday evenings. Opening hours: Mon - Thurs11am - 11pmFri11am - 12am Sat & Sun closed 26 Smithfield has open mic nights every Wednesday. [moreless]

(116 Piccadilly, Mayfair in London, United Kingdom)

Dining at the Athenaeum in London has been transformed with a glamorous, contemporary new look. Usin...g the finest ingredients to provide exceptional quality, the menu features a selection of classic favourites and comfort food. A daily changing Table d’hote menu is served at lunch and dinner, which includes a traditional dish from the Carving Trolley, as well as the Larder at lunchtime, a sumptuous buffet of seafood, cured meats and salads. Cocktail hour has been reinvented with a selection of over 250 whiskies, as well as infused vodkas, innovative cocktails and delectable nibbles to share. New design, new spaces, a fresh new menu and a fabulous location, with constant attention to detail, the familiar faces of long-serving staff - and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The perfect ingredients for a great capital rendezvous. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 10:30pm [moreless]

(Savoy Court Hotel, 19-25 Gran Ville Place in London, United Kingdom)

Tucked into the Radisson Savoy Court right in the heart of the shopping and sightseeing West End, Be...rtie's Brasserie is perfectly located to be an oasis of good food and attentive service in an informal brasserie setting. The staff particularly pride themselves on their attention to customer's needs, and that is welcome at any location! The British menu features favourites like starter of smoked haddock mousse with horseradish cream, and mains like oven roasted chump of lamb with rosemary mash and braised Savoy cabbage. Do try the cinnamon rice pudding - yum. Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 5.30pm-11.00pm last orders 10.45pm [moreless]

(16 Buckingham Palace Road in London, United Kingdom)

A minute’s walk from the palace and two from Victoria station, Bumbles has been serving British clas...sics on Buckingham Palace Road for almost four decades. There have been several makeovers over the years, the recent adding a bold touch of modernity to the overall cosiness. But Bumbles’ heart has remained constant: generous portions of first-class British food served with a smile. Roll up for up such classics as bangers and mash, lambs’ liver, and Speyside sirloin. With fish of the day and pasta for pescetarians and vegetarians. Genuinely good value.BR>Diners should allow at least 1.5hrs for a meal during early evening service. Please give adequate notification for all cancellations. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 3pm & 5pm - 10:30pmSat 5pm - 10:30pm [moreless]

(19 - 25 Granville Place in London, United Kingdom)

Just off Marble Arch, Nova offers a modern informal atmosphere, warm and friendly service from our y...oung staff, and great value for money. Perfect after a few hours shopping in Oxford Street. The menu features classic British dishes and more…try the cod and chips. Fresh ingredients make the difference here, and head chef Abbass is particular about ensuring he always gets the best. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 9:30pm [moreless]

(Warwick Court, Paternoster Square in London, United Kingdom)

With Paternoster Chop House, the D&D group proudly display their love of all things British. Situate...d in Paternoster Square, directly behind St Paul’s, the interior is modern and unpretentious, with simple white walls and grey slate flooring. The sweeping bar is partly made of native oak, while the red and brown seating is upholstered in local leather. Head Chef Peter Weeden provides an ever-changing seasonal menu that includes dishes like smoked haddock, poached egg, sea plantain & mustard; Galloway beef cottage pie; and Middle White pig, Bramley apple sauce. Their Sunday roasts are very popular, with all meat bought on the bone and butchered in-house to offer a wide range of cuts and cooking styles. With cheesecakes, chocolate puddings and red gooseberry fool on offer; make sure you leave room for pudding! A credit card is required to reserve a table of six diners and above, if there is availability - this is simply to secure your booking, absolutely no money will be charged to the card except in the case of late cancellations. A fee of £10 per person will be charged for a cancellation within 24 hours or a no showPlease be aware that there is a 1.5 hour time limit on tables of up to 6, on tables of 6 - 12 the turn time on tables is 2 hours. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 3pm & 5:30pm - 10:30pmSun 12pm - 4pm [moreless]

(178 Greenwich High Road, Greenwich in London, United Kingdom)

Housed in the Greenwich Picturehouse building, The Rivington Bar and Grill serves back-to-basics Bri...tish food. The bar offers terrific cocktails and all-day dining - the perfect place to chill and meet friends. But it's the main restaurant we want to focus on here -- flooded with natural light, the whitewashed walls and stripped wooden floors creating a cool and relaxed dining space. The Rivington Bar and Grill's menu is carefully compiled using the best seasonal produce available, sourced from small suppliers in and around the British Isles. Traditional favourites includes dived Lyme Bay scallops with squash and black pudding; Hereford rib eye with chips; the all-day breakfast and the delicious bread and butter pudding. Please be aware there may be a time limit on your table of 2 1/4 hours. Please note that the restaurant does not accept bookings of over 10 diners on a Friday and Saturday night. Opening hours: Tues & Wed 6pm - 11pmThurs - Sat 10am - 4pm & 6pm - 11pmSun 10am - 4pm & 6pm - 10pm [moreless]

(28 - 30 Rivington Street in London, United Kingdom)

A very smart and up-to-the-minute warehouse space in BoHo Shoreditch, the Rivington Grill Bar has an... awkward name but a graceful welcome. The very groovy leather-sofa'ed bar offers terrific cocktails and a wonderful place to chill and meet friends and the front-of-house deli sells delicious treats to take home with you. But it's the main restaurant we want to focus on here -- the whitewashed walls are a perfect backdrop for artworks dotting the walls by local artists, including Tracy Emin. The menu, on the other hand, is any but modern. In fact, the Rivington could be nicknamed the Homesick Cafe. Honest British stalwart cooking is what you'll find, from devilled kidneys on toast to nursery foods like fish fingers with mushy peas or steamed smoked haddock with poached egg. The wine list suits many wallets and the ambience is sophisticated and relaxed. A credit card is required to secure a reservation for groups of 6 persons or more, if there is availability - this is simply to secure your booking, absolutely no money will be charged to the card except in the case of late cancellations. Late cancellations (within 24 hours of the reservation) and no-shows will incur a charge of £10 per personThis restaurant does not take toptable bookings between 8pm and 8:30pm. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 11am, 12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 11pmSat 12pm - 4pm & 6pm - 11pmSun 12pm - 4pm & 6pm - 10:30pm [moreless]

(The Floral Hall, Borough Market in London, United Kingdom)

Roast claims to be ‘deliciously British’ and lives up to its name. Set within a landmark building, s...lap bang in the middle of Borough market – a foody haven – for thousands, its mission is to revive Great British cuisine. So that means a broad array of mouthwatering dishes, using the country’s finest seasonal produce. An absolute must-visit. Please be aware that Roast only takes bookings of 4 or less through toptable.co.uk. After 8pm all tables will have a turn around time of two hours Opening hours: Mon - Fri 7am - 10am, 12pm - 3pm & 5:30pm - 11pmSat 8am - 11am, 11:30am - 4pm & 6pm - 11pmSun 12pm - 4pm Roast won 'Best Breakfast in London' from the Good Food Guide 2008. [moreless]

(108 Marylebone Lane in London, United Kingdom)

Marylebone Lane is a charming little enclave which winds away from the bustling Marylebone High Stre...et, near the neighbourhood’s well-known farmers market. Here you’ll find the elegant 108 Marylebone Lane restaurant, tucked away from the crowds. This casual yet chic bistro-style eatery showcases local produce, and the kitchen’s philosophy is to use the freshest ingredients to produce simple, classic dishes. The dining room has wooden floors, leather benches and Miro artworks on the wall. 108 Marylebone Lane restaurant is a popular place for business lunches, and is filled with local diners in the evenings. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12pm - 3pm & 5:30pm - 10:30pm [moreless]