(London Marriott Hotel Park Lane , 140 Park Lane in London, United Kingdom)

140 Park Lane is the name on the lips of London’s in the know coterie. Tatler calls it ‘one of the ...best new restaurants’ while Kensington & Chelsea’s Local Independent refer to it as ‘a rare find’. So it’s no surprise to find a well heeled eatery with a simple, elegant look. Casually appointed the crisp white tablecloths and comfortable wood and leather seats speak of long business lunches and post shopping bottles of wine with good friends. But it’s the brand new menu that has really got tongues wagging. From breakfast through to dinner British food is given an imaginative twist with excellent, fresh ingredients put together in exciting new ways. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 6:30am - 10.30am, 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 10:30pmSun 7am - 11am, 12:30pm - 3pm & 6pm - 10:30pm The Daily Express names 140 as one of the best places in London to party. [moreless]

(Albermarle Street, Browns Hotel, Mayfair in London, United Kingdom)

Located in the heart of Mayfair in the venerable Brown's Hotel, Restaurant 1837 is the definition of... classical English elegance. Offering an exciting, contemporary menu within a stately dining room, immaculately presented dishes are accompanied by individually selected wines. The expert sommelier is available to assist with selections from one of the city's best wine cellars. Dine in the lap of luxury in traditional surroundings but experience contemporary cuisine... And savour the best of both worlds. [moreless]

(51 - 52 Hertford Street, Mayfair in London, United Kingdom)

Just off Shepherd's Market, Al Sultan is a small, beautifully run Lebanese that has attracted couple...s and families for absolute yonks. The Middle Eastern restaurant traditions, white linen, flowers, mirrors and snappy service are all in evidence here, but even if Al Sultan weren't quite so inviting the food would still win a loyal following. Our absolute favourite thing to do is bring half a dozen friends and order every starter we can lay our hands on. Let the feast begin. Hommos shawarma with lamb and pine nuts is great, so are the Falafel, and Kallaje, the Kibbeh, and Fattouch and the Moutabal, but those who know say the Tabouleh is truly great. The wine list is an absolute winner, too. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 12pm - 12am [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]

(29-33 Heddon Street in London, United Kingdom)

Is there anybody left in London who hasn’t heard of the Absolut icebar in the heart of the West End ...– even if they haven’t been there? Everything – the walls, the bar, even the glasses are formed from ice from the Torne River in Sweden. Shifts at the bar are divided into 40 minute sessions so that you don’t get bottom freeze or look as though you are doing Fox’s Glacier Mint promos. Still SOOOO cool – quite literally in this case. Below Zero the associated lounge restaurant serves up warming dishes designed for sharing.Bookings through toptable may only be made for either the belowzero restaurant on it's own, or a combination of the restaurant and ABSOLUT ICEBAR LONDON. toptable cannot accept bookings for the ICEBAR alone. Additionally, combination bookings for the ICEBAR and restaurant will still need to pay the £12/£15 entry fee to the ICEBAR. With the exception of special offer bookings (dining only) diners will be allocated 2 hours in belowzero to dine followed by 40 minutes in ABSOLUT ICEBAR LONDON. You cannot make bookings for just the ICEBAR through toptable.Credit card details are required to reserve a table - a charge of £20 per person will be charged for a cancellation with in 48hrs or a no show.This venue does not accept toptable bookings on Saturdays.The Ice Bar have a new Premium Session on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, £23 for entry price includes unlimited drinks, canapés and fewer people – during the usual 40 minute slot. Opening hours: Mon - Weds 6pm - 11:45pm(Below Zero closes at Midnight)Thurs & Fri 6pm - 12:40am(Below Zero closes at 1am)Sat 12pm - 12:40amSun 3:30pm - 11pm(Below Zero closes at 11) The Ice Bar have a new Premium Session on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, £23 for entry price includes unlimited drinks, canapés and fewer people – during the usual 40 minute slot. [moreless]

(12A Berkeley Square House, Berkeley Square in London, United Kingdom)

Atul Kochhar is at the vanguard of the new Indian cuisine. Forget sludgy sauces poured over unrecog...nizable meat – at this Mayfair Indian restaurant you'll find interesting fresh flavours and subtle spices. British and European ingredients are cleverly mixed with classic Indian items and given an exciting new twist. The décor at Benares is equally striking from its long granite bar to the elegantly lit dining room and pond with floating lilies. A sense of Zen-like calm pervades the restaurant, providing a perfect contrast to the striking flavours and ingredients of the food.This restaurant only takes bookings of up to 8 people. Benares is certified Halal and is happy to provide a copy of their certificate on request.Please note that there is a 2 hour turn around time on all tables every evening. 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. A fee of £30 per person will be charged for a cancellation within 24 hours or a no showA discretionary 12.5% service charge will be added to your bill.No 8pm bookings are permitted. Opening hours: Mon - Sat 12pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 11pmSun 12pm - 3pm and 6pm - 10:30pm [moreless]

(Flemings Mayfair Hotel, Half Moon Street in London, United Kingdom)

With an enviable Mayfair location and welcoming, cosy environment Bodeca Bar and Restaurant has a co...mbination rarely achieved in this part of London. The elegant yet relaxed atmosphere of the classically designed dining room is perfectly suited to dining with family and friends. Start your evening with an award winning cocktail at the bar before moving on to a menu of affordable and delicious seasonal European dishes designed by a team of talented Chefs. Whether it’s a lingering romantic dinner for two or a quick pre-theatre bite with friends or even an important business breakfast Bodeca offers impeccable service, inviting surroundings and delicious food. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 3pm & 5:30pm - 10:30pmSat 5:30pm - 10:30pmSun 12pm - 3pm & 5:30pm - 10:30pm The Flemings Mayfair building dates back to 1730. [moreless]

(13-15 Eccleston Street, Belgravia in London, United Kingdom)

If the thought of Scottish cuisine means haggis and little else, then pay a visit to Boisdale and pr...epare to be converted. Of course, they do serve McSween's Haggis, but you will find plenty of dishes to appeal if it's not your bag. The atmosphere is masculine and clubby with dark green and lacquer red panelling, dark wood floors and interesting paintings. Where possible, the ingredients used in the dishes are sourced directly from Scotland and the vegetables procured from organic suppliers. What's cooking? A blend of traditional and modern British cooking. House specialities include carpaccio of Rannoch Moor hot smoked wild highland venison with a black truffle dressing, grilled Orkney king scallops, crispy pancetta and braised fennel with saffron beurre blanc, fresh game and fish. Bread and butter pudding with warm custard and raspberry coulis, raspberry cranachan. The menu also includes the delightful Edwardian idea of savouries such as scotch woodcock and scrambled eggs with black truffles. Maximum table size is 5 diners.A credit card is required to confirm reservations of 6 or more people. Your card will only be charged in the event of a cancellation with less than 24 hours notice or a no show, which will be charged at £25 per person.Please note: This restaurant will only hold a table for you 15min after the booking time, please advise us if you are running late for a booking as soon as possible. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12pm - 1amSat 7pm-1amClosed Sun [moreless]

(The Millennium Hotel , 44 Grosvenor Square in London, United Kingdom)

Part of the luxurious Millennium Hotel Mayfair, Brian Turner Mayfair offers top notch British fare i...n a cool, relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant is light, spacious and calming – the perfect backdrop for Turner’s modern British cooking. With its bench seats and alcoves, this Mayfair restaurant manages to be intimate without being claustrophobic. He might be best known for his appearances on ‘Ready Steady Cook’ but Turner has worked in some of the most famous kitchens in Britain and at his Mayfair restaurant Turner’s dishes are classically British but with a modern touch.This restaurant will be closing on August 1st 2008. Please be aware that a credit card is required for bookings of 6 or more. Absolutely nothing will be charged to the card unless in the event of late cancellations or no shows. Cancellations of less than 48 hours in advance of the booking or no shows will be charged at £10 per diner. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 6:30pm - 10:30pmSat 6:30pm - 10:30pmSun 6:30pm - 10:30pm Brian recently did a barbecue for Ruby Wax and others for the BBC show Only Fools on Horses. [moreless]

(The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, 35 Charles Street in London, United Kingdom)

Listed in Tattlers restaurant guide 2007 under the Best of British section, Butlers Restaurant is pa...rt of the Chesterfield Hotel just off Berkley Square in the heart of Mayfair. The décor of rich reds and greens with English oil paintings is perfect for romantic dinners as well as being superb for discreet business meetings. The Sunday lunch in Butler’s restaurant is still a firm favourite, where you can enjoy succulent rib of beef from the carving trolley or a delightful trio of crème brulée. Staff are friendly in a relaxed yet formal atmosphere. What’s cooking? Modern British fare such as calves liver and bacon with caramelised shallots and mash potato or whole Dover sole grilled and served with sauce hollandaise, witch is famed for being the best in London. Some real old time tempters for desert such as sticky toffee pudding, honeycomb ice cream, butterscotch cheese cake, all made by their own pastry chef. Opening hours: Mon - Fri 12:30pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 10pmSat 5:30pm - 10:30pmSun 12:30pm - 2:30 pm & 5:30pm - 10pm For the second consecutive year the Butler's has been awarded an award for 'Excellence for afternoon tea' from the Tea Guild [moreless]