BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Granger & Co. - Australian Breakfast Spot... the ricotta hotcakes, banana and honeycomb butter is not to be missed. Locations are throughout the city.The Ivy - Though it's open for every meal, we prefer brunch here.
Berners Tavern - Jason Atherton's upmarket Modern British restaurant - for an upscale breakfast.
Farm Girl - A favorite of Nadia's.
LUNCH
Borough Market - If you like the idea of street food, this is your place. Don't skip the donuts from Bread Ahead.Ottolenghi - Pick up a selection of treats for a picnic.Rita's SOHO - We would go for lunch, get the Caesar salad with fried chicken and a dirty martini.
Bleecker Burger - Yousef's go-to for burgers + fries.
Bluebird - Modern European + a side of great people-watching.
AFTERNOON TEAFortnum & Mason - Classic and a great price point for what you get.The Ritz - A London landmark for Afternoon Tea.Claridge's - An icon for afternoon tea.
Sketch - A modern take on tea time... here the interiors are just as whimsical as the afternoon tea.
DINNER
Gymkhana - Opt for the tasting menu or go with a group to try several items. Londoners argue this is the best Indian food in the city. You'll need to make a reservation quite far (months) in advance.Hunan - Chinese tasting menu, try for reservations quite far in advance.Dishoom - If you love Indian cuisine, it's a must... our go-to is the Chicken Ruby.The Surprise Chelsea - Quintessential British Pub.The Pelican - Upscale pub in Notting Hill. Zephyr - You can tell this place has the coolest guests in London, great vibes, greek food. “Secret” bar downstairs with even cooler atmosphere.River Café - A bit out of the way but it's on the top of every cool Londoner's 'list'.Big Mamma - Not a specific location (there are several restaurants) but everyone of them is *chef's kiss* if you are in the mood for Italian.Clos Maggiore - An incredibly romantic setting with one of London's best wine list.
Bombay Bustle - Hip Indian resturant in Mayfair with a focus on classic dishes from Bombay.
COCKTAILS & WINEConnaught Bar - One of the best bars in the world famous for tableside martinis.Gordon's Wine Bar - The oldest wine bar in London.Fit'z Bar - Great cocktails with an even better interior.
LSQ Rooftop - Leicester Square - Cocktails with an exceptional view.
The Alchemist Bevis Marks - Vintage-modern bar with unique cocktails.
Experimental Cocktail Club Chinatown - Come here for speakeasy vibes.
Swift Soho - Go for the cocktails, stay for the whiskey list.