(30-31 Clerkenwell Green in London, United Kingdom)

Nothing can prepare you for the uniqueness of Dans Le Noir? It works like this; you meet in the tall...-ceilinged entrance bar, put your phones and anything else that might emit light in a locker, then order from the ‘surprise’ menu where you don’t know what you’ll get. Then you’re led through three sets of black drapes and to your table. You can’t see a thing. Nothing. Leaving you to rely wholly on the remaining four senses, and the blind waiter or waitress assigned to you. You’ve never tasted food like this before, that’s for sure. And because you can’t see who’s next to you, everday judgments and fears are removed and chatting to your neighbours becomes irresistible. An unforgettable experience that everyone should try.Please be aware that Dans Le Noir? only accepts lunch bookings for 16 or more people through toptable.co.uk. This restaurant has following sitting times bookable through toptable: Mon - Tues 6:45pm/7:15pmWed - Thurs 6:45pm/7:15pm and 9pm/9:30pm Please be aware that Dans Le Noir? Restaurant requires a credit card to confirm all bookings of 6 or more people. Absolutely nothing will be charged to the card unless in the event of a late cancellation or no show. Cancellations or changes in group numbers with less than 48 hours advance notice will be charged at £15 per person. No shows will be charged at £35 per person.Bookings through toptable are taken Mon - Thurs only. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 6:30pm - 12am [moreless]

(182 St John Street in London, United Kingdom)

Darbucka bar in Clerkenwell has a fabulous concept. They serve fresh Lebanese cuisine on 2 levels. ...The upstairs restaurant features a mix of high and low tables, perfect for sampling the menu. Downstairs in the World Music Bar, the lighting becomes shadowy, the culture aural, with live world music that will pull you up out of your soft, low seating and get you dancing – or even belly-dancing. Down here, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’ve wandered into a luxurious Bedouin tent: the walls are lined with red fabrics, colourful drapes shimmer in the glow of the lamps, and shisha pipes complete the Eastern feel. If you’re feeling elegantly exotically Eastern, make sure you reserve your place at Darbucka. Entrance to the world music bar on Fridays and Saturdays costs £5.00 (with belly dancer and DJ- great party night out).Other cover charges of £5 - £10 apply a couple of times a month, when special entertainment is organisedBelly dancing classes can also be booked for women wanting an all girls night out with a difference. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 12amSat 6pm - 12am [moreless]

(2 Exmouth Market, Farringdon in London, United Kingdom)

From the makers of the Beach Blanket Babylon comes the Las Vegas-style, beautiful-as-you-like bar an...d restaurant in Exmouth Market. At ground floor level top dollar American food, served from an open kitchen, is modelled on the type of diner the Sex and the City quartet would perch in if they ate burgers. Caesar salad, 10oz sirloin steak, grills, fries… everything tastes as gorgeous as it looks. A crustacean bar adds extra culinary kudos. French-brasserie style mirrors maximise space and allow you to have a good gander at the Very Fit Person a few tables down without embarrassing them. Or yourself. Downstairs, vaulted cellar nooks warmed by red lighting and lined with mega-comfy leather banquettes make for one special bar. Dress code: glamourpuss. Lunch service ends at 4pm and dinner service commences at 6pm.For bookings Friday to Sunday there is a 2 hour turnaround on all tables. No bookings are taken between 8pm and 9pm on Fridays and SaturdaysA credit card is required to secure a reservation for groups of 8 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 person Opening hours: Mon - Thu 12pm - 12amFri & Sat 12pm - 1amSun 1pm - 11:30pm [moreless]

(27 Clerkenwell Road in London, United Kingdom)

As an old Victorian factory building, a newly refurbished Dust celebrates the original design featur...es of exposed brickwork, cast iron support beams and wooden flooring, creating a vibrant, buzzy atmosphere. With 2 floors, a capacity of 350 and a drinking license until 4am Dust can meet the needs of many. Whether you need an area of inspiration for a lunch meeting, a sophisticated space for a reception, or film and magazine shoots, Dust is the perfect choice. Smaller groups can book areas for drinks, while larger parties can hire the private lounge or venue exclusively. Having hosted parties for the likes of Net A Porter and Morgan Stanley, we certainly know how to rise to the occasion. Renowned as one of London’s original and leading DJ bar, we have had the pleasure of breaking new talent as well as booking some of the country’s most revered names in music. Residents and guest DJs include: Joe Ransom (Fabric Live/Kiss), The Jinks (Mn2s), Lost and Found, Stuart Patterson (Faith), Dan Hayes and Paul Barkworth (Smokey Beats). Dust has an impressive drinks list of the straight-laced, mixed, muddled and shaken variety, With a combination of quality ingredients, skill and enthusiasm our legendary cocktails will have you coming back for more! Food…honestly priced, simple yet well executed, serving up a selection of canapés and party food for that special occasion. Take a look at our menu, but be sure to order 2 days in advance. Alternative menus are available for larger events, so if you want to know more contact us. Recent accolades include being voted as Top Venue by the Brand Council for 2005’s “CoolBrand Leader” Award, alongside the likes of the London Eye, Somerset House and Hakkasan. Opening hours: Tues & Wed 5pm - 12 midnight, Thurs 5pm - 3am. Fri 5pm - 4am & Sat 7pm - 4am. Will open on Mon & Sun for private hire. [moreless]

(10 Clerkenwell Green in London, United Kingdom)

Epicurean Lounge is a church of gourmet pizza worshipers. A sharp, sexy strip of a bar/restaurant co...mbo filled with comfy black leather chairs and trendy artwork, it attracts those who bow down at wonderfully odd combinations of ingredients like chicken marinated-Tandoori style, mozzarella, roasted peppers, red onion, and fresh mango and coriander (Kama Sutra). Tapas and Modern English mains offer less doughy – and showy - relief. But the biggest draw after the pizza are the mighty fine Argentinean fillet steaks - also served atop a mouthwatering pizza if you insist on the best of both worlds. Private hire only applies on Saturday. Opening hours: Mon - Thurs 12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 11pmFri 11am - 11pmSat 6pm - 11pm DJs or jazz play Friday and Saturday evening. [moreless]

(41 Farringdon Road in London, United Kingdom)

Regarding Flâneur Food Hall and Restaurant, let’s talk about one of the buzziest places to eat in Lo...ndon. Within a cow’s moo of Smithfield Market, Flâneur is a fabulous enterprise set in a beautifully-converted warehouse. You dine in the midst of a stunning food hall selling gourmet stuff from small, artisanal producers in Western Europe and the UK, with a great deli, bakery and more. It is stylish, contemporary and a bit of a blast. When foodies are in charge, you know the menu will change every day. And so it does. Some recent hits include starter of smoked eel with pea and bacon fritters, watercress and crème fraiche, main course of blue cheese steak, chips and watercress, and dessert of dark chocolate tart with crystallized ginger. The wine list focuses on the delights of Europe. Please be aware a credit card is required for all bookings of 5 or more people. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the booking.Last orders for food is 8:30pm Opening hours: Mon - Sat 8:30am - 10:30am, 12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 10pm(Last orders are 8:30pm)Sun 10am - 5pm (December only) [moreless]

(18 West Smithfield in London, United Kingdom)

Haberdashers’ Hall is the stunning new Livery Hall of the Haberdashers’ Livery Company. Designed by ...celebrated British Architect Sir Michael Hopkins it combines modern architecture with traditional materials and building skills to form a twenty-first century venue of the finest quality and highest standards. Haberdashers’ Hall is a beautiful, versatile building with an exclusive atmosphere. Since opening in 2002 it has become a highly sought after venue for presentations, conferences, receptions and dinners.The Courtyard The Hall is built around a secluded Courtyard which, with its modern water feature, forms a focal point for the whole building.The Orangery The Orangery on the ground floor level, with its sculptures and citrus trees, looks out to the Courtyard. Together they offer the ideal location for receptions for up to 350 guests.The Reception Gallery A stone spiral staircase leads up to the first floor Reception Gallery, which can accommodate receptions for 180 guests with the Courtyard as a backdrop.The Livery HallThe Livery Hall leads from the Reception Gallery and is the largest and most impressive room at Haberdashers’ Hall. With a magnificent high vaulted ceiling, oak panelled walls and views of the Courtyard, the Livery Hall makes the perfect setting for any event.The Court RoomThree highly versatile rooms lead from the Reception Gallery. The Court Room is the largest of these rooms and can accommodate 74 for lunch or dinner. The Committee RoomThe Committee Room interconnects with the Court Room and can be used for private meetings or for receptions before dining in the Court Room.The Luncheon Room The Luncheon Room contains decorative panelling from the previous Haberdashers’ Hall and provides a warm intimate atmosphere for small lunches or dinners. Payments can be invoiced on account subject to a credit check. Otherwise 100% desposit is required in advance. 3% surcharge on payments made by Amex Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 6am - 12am [moreless]

(57 Gray's Inn Road, Kings Cross in London, United Kingdom)

A favourite Italian restaurant with lots of regular clientele in the Gray's Inn Road. Exceptionally... friendly staff help to make this a draw for local businessmen, media types and solicitors. Lots of fresh choices and delicious pizzas including the chance to design your own. What's cooking: Italian/French fare. Signature dishes include Linguine Allo Scoglio, risotto funghi and tagliolini - with fresh grilled vegetables Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 10:30pmClosed Sat & Sun [moreless]

(18 - 21 Charterhouse Square in London, United Kingdom)

Malmaison likes to style itself as ubercool and we not only agree, we would also add ubersexy. Down...stairs in the Malmaison Hotel in Clerkenwell, the Malmaison Brasserie is beautifully chic and contemporary with mood-enhancing downlighting and a lively atmosphere. The menu is modern British, again with the emphasis on modern. Try starter of malmaison eggs benedict, then perhaps something from the grill like grilled whole black bream with preserved lemon and tzatziki with sauce vierge, and pud of banana iced parfait with caramelised banana. The wine list is very strong and the service very good. This is wonderful dating, anniversary, or impressive business entertaining. Late cancellations (within 24 hours of the reservation for groups of 6 or more) and no-shows will incur a charge of £10 per person. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 10:30pmSat 6pm - 10:30pmSun 12pm - 2:30pm & 6pm - 10:30pm [moreless]

(34 - 36 Exmouth Market, Finsbury in London, United Kingdom)

It might be one of the hippest venues in one of the hippest parts of the capital but this Clerkenwel...l restaurant still manages to be relaxed and more concerned with good food than being trendy. The restaurant’s décor with its polished wooden floors, long zinc bar and open view to the kitchen and its charcoal grill and wood-burning oven is functional but welcoming. The Moorish cuisine complete with subtle European influence is every bit as striking as it was when the restaurant opened its doors nearly ten years ago. This restaurant has 2 sittings; the first is from 7pm, with all tables returned by 9.15pm. The second sitting is from 9.30pm onwards The restaurant does ask for a minimum spend of £15 per person not including wine. They also only serve a la carte dining at the restaurant tables and not tapas only. This restaurant requires a credit card to secure a reservation for groups of 8 persons or more. Late cancellations (within 48 hours of the reservation) and no-shows will incur a charge of £10 per person.Please note - this venue only accepts bookings up to 1 month in advance. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 12.30pm - 2.30pm & 7pm - 10:30pm [moreless]