(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]

(The Felbridge Hotel, London Road in East Grinstead, United Kingdom)

Please note, Anise does not open until 16th June 2007.Anise restaurant in East Grinstead’s luxurious... Felbridge Hotel is one seriously smart venue for fine dining. The hotel’s recent transformation into four-star luxury puts the flagship restaurant on the local culinary map in a new way. Anise’s elegant dining room features sophisticated dark walls, neutral leather upholstery, coolly figured carpet and white table linens and fine china and crystal. Anise brings a touch of the West End to leafy Sussex. The modern menu, based on French technique, includes dishes like roasted breast of Barbary duck with confit of leg, rosti potato, savoy cabbage, griottine cherry jus and baby carrots. Fine wines complement the meal and the service is four-star, too. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12pm - 3pm & 6:30pm - 10pm Make a weekend of it: the Felbridge Hotel also has the fine Chakra Spa for pure relaxation. [moreless]

(54 Porchester Road in London, United Kingdom)

Finding this intimate, romantic restaurant perched on the fringes of Notting Hill will give you the ...insider’s edge among your mates. They’ll want to know how you discovered it, and we won’t tell. Antony’s is tiny, but with an enormously friendly welcome. The scarlet exterior gives way to a cool interior – muted taupe walls, starchy table linens, original artwork. Once you’re seated and enjoying a Polish vodka, you’ll relax into the informal ambience. Downstairs the DJ will be knocking out the soul and classic tunes in the wine bar. Authentic Polish and middle European dishes intermingle with straightforward steaks and such and include starter of pierogi (meat-stuffed dumplings), main of hunters lamb, and dessert of baked apples with ground cinnamon with vanilla ice cream. Vegetarians are well looked-after here as well. A credit card will be required for bookings of 8 people or more. There is a 24 hours cancellation policy, otherwise there will be a £10 per person charge. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 6pm - MidnightSun 11am - 7pm [moreless]

(58 Watergate street in Chester, United Kingdom)

Aqua-Vitus restaurant in Chester is the nearest you can come to a charming, European-style bistro wi...thout getting your passport out. Birgitta and Graham Burling (he’s the chef) have conjured up an intimate and romantic yet casual establishment, from the curving front awning to the two-level dining rooms with their golden walls, exposed brick, brass chandeliers, skylight and white table linens. The eclectic French menu with its touches of Swedish cuisine is one to satisfy gourmets, using fresh, seasonal produce. Dishes change constantly, but the very traditional Swedish herrings three ways with a shot of Aquavit are always on. Not an Aqua-Vitus signature dish, says Graham, just a bit of fun. Nice Business Lunch menu. Please note this restaurant does not take lunchtime bookings through Toptable. Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 2:45pm & 6pm - 10pm A gourmet’s restaurant. Absolutely everything is home made, right down to the Swedish bread that arrives on your table. [moreless]

(Ascot in , United Kingdom)

Good old Queen Anne. Founded in 1711 and now the world's most famous racecourse, Ascot was all her i...dea. Ascot stages 25 racing days a year and nine National Hunt meetings between November and April. The Royal Meeting in June is the most famous of these, where top class racing is combined with tradition, pageantry and big hats. You can be an exclusive part of the quintessentially English action by hiring any of the extensive range of spacious and versatile rooms that can cater for 2 to 1,100 guests for any event. For example, fully air conditioned with elegant décor and furnishings, The Ascot Pavillion is one of the most prestigious and versatile event suites in the south of England. The naturally-lit Jockey Club meanwhile is a prestigious room offering impressive views of the racecourse and the surrounding countryside. Just like the racing horses and Ascot's reputation, the catering is first class. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 9am - 12 midnight (extension can be applied for until 2am) [moreless]

(177 Hoxton Street in London, United Kingdom)

Hoxton’s Bacchus is bound to be pretty damn trendy just by virtue of its location. Add to that a da...mn fine interior and an emphasis on modern cooking techniques brought to you by much talked about Nuno Mendes and you’ve got a restaurant that has had the most important food pages in raptures. Inspired by the likes of Blumenthal and Adria, Mendes has created a casual take on experimental fine dining so you might find Red Mullet accompanied by Liqourice Toast or the much talked of Blue Cheese Ice Cream. The accompanying interior is uber-modern meets reclaimed-chic, a perfect bright and airy escape from the hackneyed battered sofa art bars of the area. Please note - the kitchen opens at 7pm.For cancellations groups of 10 should give 24 hour notice or a £10 fine will apply. Opening hours: Tues - Sat 6pm - 12am(kitchen opens at 7pm) This pub was used as a location shot on The Krays. [moreless]

(134 Curtain Road in London, United Kingdom)

A huge Victorian warehouse that was once Brick Lane Music Hall is now a funky European café bar spec...ialising in cocktails and imported beers, particularly Belgian beers. Centrepiece of the vast space is a 120-foot central pewter bar above which huge wooden beams span the length of the room. An assortment of comfy banquette seating and sofas surround the bar together with plain wood tables and chairs. The white walls are used for modern art and photography exhibitions. Nice, funky people like to hang out here, especially on Friday and Saturday nights when DJs spin the decks. Lunchtimes see a mainly local business crowd turn up for a quick burger or salad, while dip plates and antipasti – sharing food – are a hit come supper time. Opening hours: Mon - Thu 10am - midnightFri - Sat 10am - 1amSun 11am - 23:30pm [moreless]

(Berry Hill, Taplow in , United Kingdom)

Classic high ceilings and views out on to the historical grounds of grand Georgian retreat Taplow Ho...use give Berry's a luxurious country house feel without the stuffiness. Awarded for its use of produce from the Buckinghamshire countryside, the kitchen does excellent modern British food. Every dish is simply prepared, and flavours get to speak for themselves. In summer, meals are served on the terrace overlooking the gloriously tranquil gardens. Please note this restaurant does not serve lunch on Saturdays. Opening hours: Mon - Sun: Breakfast 8am - 10amMon - Fri & Sun: Lunch 12pm - 3pmMon - Sun: Dinner 7pm - 10pm Berry's was awarded 2 AA rosettes for their use of the best British produce in the Buckinghamshire countryside [moreless]

(12-13 Empire Way in Wembley , United Kingdom)

Wembley’s Blue Check is a slice of family friendly fun in the centre of entertainment land. Ideally... placed for both locals or visitors to the stadium or television centre (just across the road) it welcomes all ages of diner to it’s modern and comfy blue-tastic interior with a wide smile and an invitation to pig out on the huge menu. With tried and tested classics making up the majority of the picks you’re bound to choose one of your favourite meals of all time be it a pizza to share or a good old fashioned sirloin and chips. Please note - this restaurant only takes toptable bookings for groups of 10 or more diners. Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 11pm The success of Blue Check Wembley has meant a further branch in Bushey and plans for a third in Watford. [moreless]

(144-146 High Street in Bushey, United Kingdom)

The Blue Check brand came to Bushey in 2001, bringing with it a comfortable and friendly ambience an...d high quality food and service. With its trademark blue and pine modern interior, plush banquettes and a well stocked bar, The Blue Check is the epitome of the approachable restaurant. An affordable a la carte menu bursts with classic dishes such as Steak Diane and Veal Holstein as well as masses of fish, pasta and vegetarian options while the Set Menu combines the restaurant’s top picks. And if you’re still not spoiled for choice the kitchen will do their best to cater to special requests. Opening hours: Mon: ClosedTues - Fri:12pm - 3pm & 6pm - 1amSat: 6pm - 1amSun: 12pm - 4pm You won’t have to sit in silence at Blue Check, live entertainment includes a Sinatra tribute every Thursday. [moreless]