The best new London restaurants this May
The best new London restaurants this May
The Classic, Reimagined: Lupins, Flat Iron Square
The lowdown: A British restaurant within hip new Flat Iron Square. Their key point of difference is that dishes feature surprising, international ingredients you wouldn't expect to find in British classics.
Why go? To cross Flat Iron Square off your To Do List.
Read more ...The Trendy One: Madame D's restaurant, Spitalfields
The lowdown: The young sibling to award-winning small plates restaurant Gunpowder. Madame D's will take no reservations, only seat 25, and serve sharing plates inspired by the Himalayas.
Why go? Gunpowder is the type of place chefs go to eat. Expect foodies to rush for the few seats at this long-awaited follow-up.
Read more ...The bao follow-up: Xu, Soho
The lowdown: Xu marks a new era for Taiwanese food in London. It's from the trend-setting trio behind bao, who are using their new opening to celebrate the culinary diversity of Taiwan, a turn away from the pillow-soft buns of the eponymous bao.
Why go? Rather than focus on bao buns, Xu will serve a La Carte, so expect to get a broader experience of Taiwanese food. No word yet on reservations, or whether the famed queue will be the only way in....
Read more ...The Luxurious One: Duck & Waffle Local, St James's Market
The lowdown: Duck & Waffle, London's highest and most luxurious 24-hour restaurant, now has a more casual, central London sibling. Dan Doherty, head chef, is inviting guests to #WaddleThisWay.
Why go? The Local will have a no reservations policy, meaning you can try the signature Duck & Waffle dish on your terms.
Read more ...The Contemporary One: Neo-Bistro, Mayfair
The lowdown: There's been a wave of chefs in London serving exquisite food in relaxed environments. And Neo-Bistro is the next in line.
Why go? Expect high quality British dishes, served without the pomp and ceremony. Instead, expect Neo-Bistro to have more of a rustic look.
Read more ...The Stylish One: Granger & Co Chelsea
The lowdown: Aussie chef Bill Granger presides over three of London's best restaurants – they must be some of the most Instagrammed spots in London. And now his successful formula of stylish, but relaxed, all-day dining has reached Chelsea.
Why go? Granger & Co restaurants look a million dollars. Expertly stylish, we can't think of anywhere that balances unmissable interiors with classy, all-day cuisine better. As good for breakfast as it is for dinner, this is the fourth London outpost.
Read more ...The French One: Pique-Nique, Bermondsey
The lowdown: A relaxed French restaurant on Tanner Street, Bermondsey, moments from Casse-Croute, the famous French restaurant run by the same owner.
Why go? Fans of Casse-Croute will flock here for the lighter food menu, big on breakfasts and light lunches rather than hearty evening meals.
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