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4.6
Exceptional(3010)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mayfair
Booked 116 times today
Cecconi's is a vibrant yet traditional Italian brasserie in London's West End, perfect for special occasions. The ambience is praised in reviews as 'great', 'lovely', and 'buzzing with elegant people'. The service is described as 'attentive', 'professional', and 'always exceeds expectations'. The food is consistently rated highly for its quality, with dishes like the 'Veal Milanese' and 'Lobster Spaghetti' mentioned specifically. The overall experience at Cecconi's is hailed as 'great', 'excellent', and 'perfect for an evening out'.
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4.4
Awesome(13399)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Piccadilly
Booked 187 times today
The Hawksmoor Air Street menu is equally steak and seafood, receiving some of the freshest produce from Brixham Market & high standard UK beef, as well as cocktails made by award-winning bartenders.
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4.4
Awesome(10742)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Piccadilly
Booked 73 times today
Join us this Valentine's Day for a romantic evening set in candlelight with cocktails, finest wines and Latin inspired dishes. Looking for something extra special, our Valentine's menu for £55pp including a bottle of wine is perfect to share. For starters dive into a Black Truffle and Mushroom Fugazetta (a decadent Argentinian-style pizza), for mains choose from our top cuts of steak plus sides, and to end on a sweet note we have a delicious berry-laden Mille Feuille with Chantilly cream. Gaucho Piccadilly is our flagship restaurant, housed in a stunning townhouse just off Regent Street, offering the ultimate Gaucho experience in the heart of the West End. Here, you’ll find impeccable Argentinian steaks, vibrant Latin American flavors, and a perfectly curated drinks list, all served with elegance in the former residence of a Spanish Ambassador.
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4.6
Exceptional(4655)
Price: Expensive
• British • Soho
Booked 121 times today
Dean Street Townhouse is a unique, vintage gem in the heart of Soho. Its Georgian residences and British art create a special atmosphere. Reviews rave about its consistently nice food, excellent service, and lovely ambiance. The place is celebrated for being a great venue for special occasions and celebrations, making it perfect for any celebratory meal.
A photo of Sticks'n'Sushi - Soho restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(221)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Soho
Booked 122 times today
Experience vibrant Soho whilst enjoying quality sushi, grilled sticks and Japanese dishes in a Danish “hygge”-inspired setting. Located on Beak Street beside the bustling shopping district of Carnaby Street – it’s perfect for intimate dinners or lively gatherings.A sushi restaurant - even for those who don't like fish.
A photo of Macellaio RC Soho restaurant
4.1
Excellent(160)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Soho
Booked 31 times today
Macellaio RC is a growing family of three Italian restaurants in London.​Our restaurants are most famous for its fine steak. In fact, Macellaio means "butcher" and we like to call our steakhouses the butchery with tables. The steak we serve is exclusively from the Fassona beef breed, sourced from special mountain valleys in the north of Genoa. ​We take pride in sourcing incredible authentic Italian ingredients, food with utmost respect, preparing it with love, and expertly cooking each dish bringing to life a delightful trattoria dining experience.​Immerse yourself in an unparalleled dining experience where your steak is masterfully butchered and presented to you before being cooked, and where our chefs craft artisan breads, focaccia and pizza in-house.
A photo of Yauatcha Soho restaurant
4.5
Awesome(6836)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • Soho
Booked 26 times today
Yauatcha Soho, located in the heart of vibrant London, is an all-day dim sum teahouse offering a wide selection of modern authentic dim sum alongside European patisserie and an extensive range of teas, wine and cocktails. The design of the restaurant is a modern interpretation of the old Chinese teahouse. At the same time, the lighting and seating embodies the atmosphere of a vibrant ‘chatter shop’, similar to the traditional Hong Kong dim sum restaurants. The restaurant offers Cantonese dishes with a modern influence, with an extensive range of steamed, baked, grilled and fried dim sum such as Yauatcha’s signature dishes of Scallop shui mai and Venison puffs.
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4.7
Exceptional(1069)
Price: Moderate
• Syrian • Soho
Booked 68 times today
“In Syrian culture, we can’t make any journey without first planning the food. If you decide to go to the cinema, you plan what you’ll eat. If you plan to visit your mother, you know that you’re going to eat. There’s no going out without eating something.”-Imad AlarnabImad Alarnab was a successful restaurateur in Damascus with three restaurants, plus several juice bars and cafes. In the war, Imad's restaurants were destroyed and he was forced to flee the country in search of safety for his family. Making his way from Lebanon through Europe, Imad shared his skills cooking for other refugees, up to 400 at a time, and found even in the most challenging times, his passion for food and bringing people together to celebrate life was strong.
A photo of Sartoria restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2115)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Oxford Circus
Booked 23 times today
Sartoria is a stunning Italian restaurant located in London's West End. It's frequently lauded for its superb food and service, making it perfect for special occasions. Reviews rave about the 'exquisite and timeless design', 'outstanding food and wine', and 'exceptional service'. The 'fabulous atmosphere' and 'friendly, attentive service' have also contributed to its reputation as a special occasion venue. Whether celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any other special event, Sartoria promises to make the occasion memorable.
A photo of Hard Rock Cafe London Piccadilly Circus restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8634)
Price: Moderate
• American • Piccadilly
Booked 135 times today
Hard Rock Cafe is a global phenomenon with 185 cafes that are visited by nearly 80 million guests each year. The first Hard Rock Cafe opened on June 14, 1971, in London, England, and from there the brand has expanded to major cities and exotic locations around the world.
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