
Sexy Fish: This uber glamorous addition to British businessman Richard Caring's empire is an Asian-inspired fish and seafood restaurant with German chef Bjoern Weissgerber at its helm.

Smith & Wollensky: Positioned in the Adelphi Building, and spread over two floors, this is a classic New York steak house -- all leather, wood, brass and huge steaks in a power house atmosphere.

Mere: Pronounced Mary, Mere is overseen by former Le Gavroche duo Monica Galetti and her husband David Galetti and features uncomplicated menu of just six options for each course.

Locanda Locatelli: Our favorite Italian restaurant in London has a menu that consists of melt in your mouth pastas, and is looking better than ever since undergoing refurbishment after a fire.

Zuma: The award-winning Japanese chain's original London restaurant is still one of the English capital's most in demand eateries, with a menu that has something for everyone.

Street XO: Madrid Michelin star chef David Munoz brings his Avant-garde style cuisine to London complete with a lot of artistic showmanship at this industrial style basement restaurant.

Chiltern Firehouse: Covering 4,000 square feet, the hotel restaurant accommodates 120 people and has a lively vibe, yet still manages to feel cozy.

Henrietta: Michelin-starred chef Ollie Dabbous and the group behind the Experimental Cocktail Club have joined forces to create a hotel restaurant with real personality.

Scott's: This Mayfair seafood favorite is part of Richard Caring's restaurant and private club empire, and still draws a well-heeled, attractive crowd.

Benares: The menu here is made up of innovative, sophisticated and modern Indian cuisine using the best British ingredients, showcasing chef patron Atul Kochhar's tireless research of regional Indian recipes.

Barrafina: Brothers Sam and Eddie Hart now have three Barrafina restaurants, serving the best tapas and Catalan cuisine in London with a no reservations policy, which means you'll have to queue for one of the coveted bar counter seats.

The Ivy: This iconic restaurant has gone through a major and much publicized refurbishment, but many pf its more memorable features have been retained and all the old favorites are still on the menu.

Colony Grill Room: Tucked away in the discreet Beaumont hotel, Colony Grill Room is a nod to the grill rooms of the early 1900s and serves transatlantic classics.

Spring: Located in a wing of Somerset House on the Strand, this former government tax office has been converted into a gorgeous modern space with chef Skye Gyngell at the forefront.

Park Chinois: Alan Yau's high-end Chinese restaurant provides the perfect full night out, with cocktails, great food and entertainment.

The Delaunay: Restaurateurs Chris Corbin and Jeremy King opened Delaunay after the success of The Wolseley in Piccadilly -- and it's proved to be another big hit for the duo.

Duck & Waffle: Positioned on the 40th floor in the Heron Tower, in the heart of London, Duck & Waffle is bringing 24/7 dining to new heights with its playful take on traditional British comfort food.

Hakkasan: Serving contemporary Cantonese cuisine with a twist, this Mayfair outpost of the now international Hakkasan brand features a bar and large casual dining area on the ground floor and a den-like lower ground floor restaurant area.

Coya: This contemporary Peruvian restaurant serves fresh, contemporary cuisine from one of its three kitchens -- the ceviche bar, charcoal grill, and central kitchen.

Elystan Street: Following his turn at The Square in Mayfair, two Michelin star chef Phil Howard is back on the scene with this sophisticated Chelsea restaurant, offering contemporary takes on European dishes.



