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1. Westerns Laundry
4.7
Exceptional(1845)
$$$$
• Modern European • Holloway
Booked 27 times today
Westerns Laundry is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant focusing on seafood & natural wines. The restaurant is located in the Islington/Highbury neighbourhood of North London. It opened in 2018 and is housed in a 1950's industrial building which used to be home to the largest commercial laundry in North London. It now boasts a beautiful 60 cover dining room, which opens onto an open 20 cover cobbled courtyard with olive trees as well as an intimate private dining room. Westerns Laundry has won numerous awards for excellence and originality and is a firm favourite on the London dining scene.
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2. Galvin La Chapelle
4.6
Exceptional(1967)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Liverpool Street
Booked 41 times today
Critical acclaim has been heaped upon Galvin La Chapelle, a true destination restaurant and with good reason. This fabulous dining spot, just off of London’s famous Bishopsgate is the work of celebrated Chef-Restaurateur brothers, Chris and Jeff Galvin, and epitomises their approach to designing and running restaurants in every sense. Indeed, Galvin La Chapelle has all the wow-factor of Windows with the stylish refinement of Galvin Bistrot de Luxe while carving out its own very unique character at the same time. The interior is truly special, as is the food – cosmopolitan, continental and wholly elegant every step of the way, creative but familiar, special but unpretentious – no wonder Galvin La Chapelle was named Tatler’s Restaurant of the Year 2010 and AA Best London Restaurant 2010.
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3. Booking Office 1869
4.5
Awesome(66)
$$$$
• Modern European • King's Cross
Booked 4 times today
Booking Office 1869 is offering an exciting new drinking and dining destination in the heart of King's Cross. The bar and restaurant is open from 12:00pm to Midnight every day. A reimagining of the station's original, 19th century ticket hall, celebrated French designer Hugo Toro has created a Victorian-style Winter Garden, showcasing a visual dialogue with the space's extraordinary heritage.
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4. Jolene Newington Green
4.7
Exceptional(1411)
$$$$
• British • Stoke Newington
Booked 32 times today
Jolene Newington Green is a cozy, romantic spot with warm service and a chic ambiance. With a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, it's perfect for a date night. Reviews mention the 'lovely evening', 'cozy environment', and 'lovely ambience' which all add to its romantic charm. The restaurant's focus on sustainability and flavor-driven dishes also contribute to its romantic appeal.
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5. Primeur
4.8
Exceptional(1192)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Stoke Newington
Booked 12 times today
Primeur is a charming, intimate spot that's perfect for a romantic dinner. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'magical ambient restaurant' with a 'lovely atmosphere', 'delicious food', and 'great service'. The candlelit setting, cozy vibe, and quality food make it a great choice for a special evening out.
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6. BRUTTO
4.6
Exceptional(184)
$$$$
• Italian • Farringdon
Booked 65 times today
Brutto is a laid-back, award-winning trattoria known for its classic Florentine cuisine. Guests enjoy an inviting atmosphere with dim lighting, lively music, and warm, friendly service. The vibrant New York-inspired bar features £5 Negronis and Spritzes. Brutto has received Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand distinction every year from 2022 through 2025.
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7. La Petite Auberge
4.8
Exceptional(741)
$$$$
• French • Angel
Booked 1 time today
Kindly note guests under the age of 7 are not permitted in La Petite Auberge after 5pmLa Petite Auberge traditional French restaurant found in the heart of Islington evokes an atmosphere equal to any warm and welcoming tavern found in the French countryside.Best French Restaurant awarded La Petite Auberge transforms your ordinary supper into an experience, a memory and a dish to talk about with all your friends. Found at 283 Upper Street, you can slip into rustic France for a memorable meal, courtesy of La Petite Auberge.Once you’ve stepped inside, been warmly welcomed by our friendly team and seated at your cosy table, you will feel like you’ve come home. Sipping your exquisite French wine and nibbling on the perfectly satisfying hors d’oeuvre; you’ll remember your dining experience at La Petite Auberge for years to come.
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8. Decimo at The Standard, London
4.5
Awesome(1008)
$$$$
• Contemporary Mexican • King's Cross
Booked 30 times today
Mexican cooking on the 10th Floor of The Standard, London.Expect bold Mexican flavour designed to share: tacos and fresh-pressed tortillas alongside aguachiles, open-fire grilled meats and seafood, vibrant vegetable-led plates and mezcal-led cocktails. Decimo sits high above the city with floor-to-ceiling windows and sweeping views across the London skyline, accessed via our exterior red-pill lift.Please note: The last booking for children under 16 is 6pm
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9. Cloth Fair
4.8
Exceptional(500)
$$$$
• Traditional French • Farringdon
Booked 32 times today
Having spent years supplying London’s top restaurants through their separate wine businesses, Joe Haynes and Benedict Butterworth have joined forces with Tom Hurst, who has worked at Brawn, The Marksman, Levan, and most recently as Head Chef at Lasdun, to launch the trio’s first restaurant together.Located in a Grade II listed building on Cloth Fair, Cloth Restaurant is part of a historic row of buildings in the City of London that survived the Great Fire of 1666. Down this atmospheric alley opposite St Bartholomew church, Cloth is taking over a double fronted corner site that’s beneath the former home of poet John Betjeman and next door to the two oldest residential buildings in London. Inside, low ceilings, wood floorboards with antique wall lights and artwork create a cosy, intimate atmosphere, while marble tables, long dark wood banquettes, antique crockery and cutlery will create the feel of a classic bistro.
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10. Llerena
4.6
Exceptional(550)
$$$$
• Spanish • Highbury/Islington
Booked 6 times today
Llerena takes its name from a little village in Extremadura, southwest Spain, where four generations of our family has raised Iberian pigs since 1939, producing authentic "Bellota" jamón ibérico, chorizo and other pork delicacies. Our family created a business around the farm called Jamón y Salud to sell our gourmet products and has now brought this exquisite taste of Spain to Islington with the Llerena Ibérico Tapas Bar. Not only can you sample ibérico pork grilled meats and finest jamón, but also creamy Torta del Casar cheese and other traditional Extremadura's delights as well as the best wine from our region.
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  • ElmarGold
    Frankfurt •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Western Laundry was a truly memorable dining experience. The dining room itself is a real highlight, creating a relaxed yet special atmosphere. The service was warm, attentive and genuinely welcoming throughout the evening. Every dish was beautifully prepared, full of flavour and wonderfully refined. We particularly loved the tomato salad with green beans and anchovies, the duck liver with chanterelles, and the octopus – each one was outstanding. We would happily return and can highly recommend this restaurant.
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    Westerns Laundry££££• Modern European• Holloway
    •
    4.7
  • Danny
    London •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We love the experience and the food is amazing, thank you!
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    Booking Office 1869££££• Modern European• King's Cross
    •
    4.5
  • Peter
    London •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Had a wonderful evening at Primeur with friends. Food was fantastic, service friendly and attentive and atmosphere great. One of my favourite places to go in the area.
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    Primeur££££• Farm-to-table• Stoke Newington
    •
    4.8
  • Andrew
    London •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    As always, a wonderful welcome from attentive staff, and consistent quality from the sous Chef stepping up as the Head Chef was on leave. Great choices of plates and large plates and a well chosen wine list. I keep returning with new friends all of whom love the experience!
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    Oui Madame££££• Contemporary European• Highbury
    •
    4.8
  • Bronach
    London •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 21, 2026
    As always, great food and lovely staff. Highly recommend.
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    La Petite Auberge££££• French• Angel
    •
    4.8

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