All restaurant openings, reviews, and dining picks in London
The legendary Jermyn Street Italian restaurant has unveiled its biggest redesign since 1945, including the addition of a new all-day bar. The space now serves coffee in the morning, aperitivo from 6pm, and cocktails late into the night alongside a refined menu.
Franco's 🇮🇹
Italian restaurant · 4.4 ★ · $$$
A critically acclaimed pizzeria from Manchester, ranked in the world's top 100, is opening its first London location in London Bridge. The restaurant serves Neapolitan-style pizza, famously cut table-side with scissors.
Forbici
Barber shop · 4.5 ★
A cinematic horror experience making its London debut in a Grade II-listed mansion. It features over 70 live performers and immersive horror-themed zones.
The Imperial
Wed 30 Dec
A high-end 16-seat omakase restaurant located in Mayfair, offering premium multi-course menus. It is the first international outpost for sushi master Shogo Amamoto.
Sushi Amamoto
Fine dining restaurant · 4.5 ★ · $$$$
Named the UK's top 'hidden gem' restaurant in TripAdvisor's 2026 Travellers' Choice Awards, this Hampstead spot serves modern Indian small plates. It has received high praise for its authentic flavours, cosy atmosphere, and warm service.
Bonoo Indian Tapas Hampstead
Indian restaurant · 4.8 ★ · $$
Australian comedian Merrick Watts hosts a comedy-led wine tasting experience at the historic Brixton Jamm. It is designed to be an approachable, non-snobby event for those who want to enjoy wine and comedy in a relaxed setting.
Brixton Jamm
Night club · 3.8 ★ · $$
A new entry at number 32 in the World's 50 Best Bars 2026, this bar is noted for its meditative approach to cocktail making and drinks inspired by Japan's 72 micro-seasons.
Waltz
Cocktail bar · 4.9 ★ · $$
Calluna has opened at Saltmoore hotel and wellness resort near Whitby, offering a highly limited 10-course tasting menu. It’s built around hyper-seasonal ingredients from the immediate surroundings and coastline.
Calluna
Florist · 5 ★
Golden Union in Soho has been named on the shortlist for the National Fish & Chip Awards’ Restaurant of the Year, praised for consistent exceptional food and hospitality. The shop has been serving fish and chips since 2008 and highlights sustainability with responsibly sourced ingredients.
Golden Union
Fish and chips restaurant · 4.4 ★ · $$
A vibrant, homespun Indian restaurant in Birmingham that has successfully expanded from a pub-based pop-up into its own 65-cover space. The menu features creative, ever-changing dishes like 'farzi steak' and comic-book-inspired snacks, marking a positive development for the local food scene.
Indian Cafe Racer
Restaurant · 4.8 ★ · $$
A basement restaurant in Glasgow that offers a vibrant, informal dining experience with a globally-inspired menu. It has earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for its unique atmosphere and high-quality, accessible food.
Sebb's
Bar and grill · 4.9 ★ · $$
NoMad London is the backdrop for Rochelle Canteen’s three-month residency, bringing an acclaimed East London cooking style into its main restaurant space. The residency runs every Monday to Saturday from 4pm and features a seasonal, comfort-food-focused rotating menu.
NoMad London
Hotel · 4.5 ★
This historic Victorian pub in Camden has reopened following a significant refurbishment by Star Pubs. It now features refreshed decor, a dedicated sports and games area, and a new dining space.
Camden Market
Market · 4.7 ★
A new 20-cover cafe in Islington from acclaimed pastry chef Anna Higham. The menu offers elevated breakfast and lunch options like tattie scones, Scotch pancakes, and Westcombe Dairy cheddar toasties, alongside a selection of cakes.
Clementine
Cafe
The premium fried chicken chain is expanding to Canary Wharf with its fifth London outpost. The menu features signature sandwiches, spicy Korean-style wings, and various grilled chicken dishes.
Coqfighter Soho
Chicken restaurant · 4.4 ★ · $$
The acclaimed vegan restaurant Jam Delish is launching a temporary pop-up at Boxhall City. The concept reimagines the classic British chip shop with a Caribbean twist, offering plant-based 'fish' and chips.
BOXHALL City
Food court · 4.4 ★ · $$
Located within the Four Seasons Park Lane, this new patisserie from Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno offers high-end, hand-laminated sweet and savoury pastries. The menu includes decadent options like Scottish lobster and Asian wagyu croissants.
La Croissanterie
Bakery
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, this Mayfair institution is offering a special menu with 1976 prices for one day only. Guests can enjoy starters from £1 and mains from £4.50, accompanied by live music.
Langan's Brasserie
French restaurant · 4.5 ★