Best Restaurants in London

In total, there are 495 award winning restaurants in London, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in London? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in London is Core by Clare Smyth (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chefs Clare Smyth and Jonny Bone serve up award winning Modern British Cuisine. Core by Clare Smyth currently holds 3 Michelin Stars, 5 AA Rosettes, a ranking of 17th in UK in the Hardens Top 100 and a rating of Exceptional in the Good Food Guide.

There are currently 80 listed Michelin Star restaurants in London consisting of 6 restaurants holding 3 Michelin Stars, 13 restaurants holding 2 Michelin Stars and 61 restaurants holding 1 Michelin Star. There are also 41 restaurants holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 220 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 242 listed AA Rosette restaurants in London consisting of 5 restaurants holding 5 AA Rosettes, 9 restaurants holding 4 AA Rosettes, 49 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 119 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 60 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled at the heart of the United Kingdom, London carries a culinary history flavoured with influence and innovation. This charming metropolis, known for its rich and diverse culinary traditions, undoubtedly stands as a true sanctuary for food enthusiasts from all around the globe. This city breathes life into the legacy of British food whilst emboldening a myriad of international cuisines, underscoring its unique position as the gourmet capital of the world. Down the annals of time, London's culinary stage has been a constant hub of evolution; a deliciously simmering pot that has blended centuries-old traditions with modern gastronomic zeal. Delightful old-fashioned inns and taverns lend an old-world charm to the confection, offering a taste of traditional British cookery. Not to sideline the elegant grand dining institutions, parading Victorian chandeliers and hardback menus of haute cuisine, emblematic of London's regal past. Additionally, an array of vibrant souks and food markets peddles food from around the globe, symbolising the multi-ethnic aroma that London so ardently embraces. From the trendy Asian flavours of Soho's Chinatown to the fragrant Middle Eastern cuisine of Edgware Road, the city offers a culinary palette as rich and varied as its cultural topography.