Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in London

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Updated May 05, 2025

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The Parlour at The Ned London

4.7

4.7 (498)

£41 and over

International

Bank

About the restaurant

For dinner or cocktails accompanied by jazz and cabaret, The Parlour is an intimate lounge adorned in dark floral wallpaper, where well-known industry names play alongside hotly-tipped new acts. Executive Head Chef Lee Kebble’s menu features Caviar, Steak Au Poivre, Chicken Kiev as well as a luxurious shellfish selection. Plus, there’s a sizeable wine and cocktail list.

For all dinner bookings, an entertainment cover charge of £20 per person will be applied and guests will also have special access to The Vault after dinner* – subject to availability. Fee does not apply to Ned's Club members.

Guests under the age of 18 are not permitted. Please note The Ned reserves the right to refuse or cancel any reservation either ahead or upon arrival.

Top review

RanjitVIP

Dined on May 8, 2025

What a cracking mid week treat, the food, service and the band was really good. Slightly more empty than I expected it to be, but really enjoyable evening. Staff were really attentive and plenty of tunes you could sing along too. Looking forward to coming back next time the Wild Things are playing again!!

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Experience

A La Carte - £20pp Entertainment cover charge

The Blues Kitchen - Camden

4.6

4.6 (3721)

£25 and under

American

Camden Town

About the restaurant

American Grill cooking served in a warm and vibrant dining room.

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AbigailVIP

Dined on May 1, 2025

Had a great time at the blues kitchen big thank you too Khaled and Jada for making our experience really good. It was a first time (for one of us) and we will definitely be returning. The food was fresh hot and tasty and the drinks were nice and refreshing. very nice decor inside.

The Blues Kitchen - Shoreditch

4.6

4.6 (3991)

£25 and under

American

Shoreditch

About the restaurant

American Grill cooking served in a warm and vibrant dining room.

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Temi

Dined 3 days ago

The food was great and tasty and filling. I would come back and try different food. Liked the chicken and the gravy and the corn bread! No notes

28-50 By Night

4.6

4.6 (225)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Marylebone

About the restaurant

28°-50° by Night brings the same sophisticated yet relaxed approach to wine and food which is characteristic of 28°-50°, but with a twist. Live jazz and blues music sets the ambiance as you dine from our seasonal modern European A La Carte menu which is served until 1am. Our in-house team of passionate sommeliers are always on hand to help pair your meal with our exquisite wine list. 28°-50° by Night offers an intimate underground atmosphere which, paired with the live band, evokes a sense of decadence reminiscent of the 1920s jazz scene. If you fancy dipping away from the stir of modern city life for a relaxed night of great food, wine and music, our friendly staff are ready to welcome you.

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Brandon

Dined 6 days ago

An excellent place to celebrate a birthday. Staff was attentive and atmosphere was warm. Food was above average but certainly very good. Would definitely come back again.

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Wine & Cheese Trio

Boisdale of Belgravia

4.5

4.5 (788)

£41 and over

British

Victoria

About the restaurant

Lively Scottish restaurant in Belgravia, London with a cigar terrace, extensive whisky & negroni bars, private dining rooms and daily LIVE MUSIC - serving modern British dishes and the finest whiskies. The interior features chic and elegant décor, including leather chairs, plush tartan carpets and an impressive collection of original artwork and memorabilia.

Our Executive Chef, Andy Rose, scours the UK for the finest ingredients from small-scale producers, so you can indulge in the very best. One dish you simply cannot miss is the Roast Dumfriesshire Blackface Haggis.

Our talented Bar team curate ever changing exquisite whisky, wine and cocktail lists, that are widely considered the best in London. In 2022, The World of Fine Wine awarded us the Best Spirits List in the World and included us in the Top Ten wine lists in London.

All these factors combined with our spectacular daily live music and late licence, makes for a great and memorable night out in Central London.

Top review

André

Dined on Apr 24, 2025

Boisdale rose to its usually excellent levels of service. We arrived early for our table. The receptionists took our coats and offered us the option of waiting in the main or Negroni Bar. We chose the cosy Negroni bar and sampled delicious Negronis from the menu. On the way to the bar we were shown our table so we could find out way to it when we were ready. Our host explained that, whilst the Negroni Bar is happy to serve Negronis from its menu, any classic (or bespoke) cocktail can be ordered there. When we were ready we wandered to our table to be served Boisdale's customary splendid meals. Unfortunately, the food was so good and the portions so generous I can't report back on the desserts.

Dalston Jazz Bar

4.5

4.5 (188)

£25 and under

Seafood

Dalston

About the restaurant

“A stones throw away from Dalston Kingsland Station you will find The Dalston Jazz Bar. It’s a full on restaurant up until 10 PM. They serve an array of fresh seafood as well as yummy beer from a local brewery and cocktails. The live band plays throughout the night with a few breaks. After 10 PM they clear all tables and chairs to create a dance floor and this place then really starts to rock! We don't do vegan or vegetarian food. We specialize in fish. Tuesdays are our LGBTQ night, but everyone is welcome. Tuesdays will now feature live jazz bands."

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sophie

Dined on Apr 4, 2025

very fun, but make sure you go with people who all like fish because you don’t get to choose your courses

ROKA - Mayfair

4.5

4.5 (129)

£41 and over

Japanese

Mayfair

About the restaurant

About ROKA

The name ROKA carries great meaning - ROKA is a meeting place where food and drinks are shared with friends (ro) and heat, warmth and an all-embracing energy surround (ka). The principle cuisine is from the robata grill, which originates from the fishermen of the northern coastal waters off japan, who would cook the fish on the boats with different charcoals and share the bounty with one another using their oars.

ROKA charlotte street opened in 2004, ROKA canary wharf in 2009, ROKA mayfair in february 2014 and ROKA aldwych in october 2014.

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Maddison

Dined on May 3, 2025

So happy with our visit. Made my partners birthday so special, paid great attention to detail and were very knowledgeable. The waitress was fantastic and so attentive. Thank you!!

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100 Wardour St

4.2

4.2 (780)

£41 and over

European

Soho

About the restaurant

Welcome to 100 Wardour St, the historic music destination in the heart of Soho. Join ins in our Restaurant & Club and enjoy live music every Wednesday through to Saturday alongside your dinner. Our menu features eclectic dishes from around the world such a seafood paella or our Thai green curry. Enjoy live music four nights a week, with late night dancing, and of course, our imaginative cocktail list that is designed to fuel your night perfectly.

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Katie

Dined 1 day ago

Food ok & serivce was fine too. It’s just too expensive for what it is!

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Azzurra Chelsea

4.0

4 (47)

£41 and over

Italian

Chelsea

About the restaurant

From boat to table, Azzurra brings La Dolce Aqua to Sloane Street, a standout among Sloane Square restaurants. Experience the finest seafood from the British Isles, prepared with the elegance and simplicity of Italian cooking. Join us for an authentic Italian lunch or an exquisite dinner in the vibrant heart of London. Or, simply visit our 16-metre bar and terrace for a perfectly crafted cocktail, including our signature ‘Sgroppino’—always stirred, never shaken.

Azzurra will be the perfect Chelsea spot to host various private events including family lunches, intimate dinners, cocktail receptions, press and product launches and more!

A maximum of 20 seated or 40 standing in our private dining room
Exclusively hire the venue for up to 200 standing or 100 seated

Contact us to find out more!

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Isabelle

Dined on Mar 28, 2025

Lovely food and decor however the music was too loud

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Experience

Weekday Lunch Menu - 2 Course £30

Soul Mama Music Venue | Restaurant

3.9

3.9 (50)

£26 to £40

Soul food

Stratford

About the restaurant

Discover Soul Mama, an immersive dining & music experience blending the vibrant culinary traditions of Africa, the Caribbean and South America. Listed in the Evening Standard’s "Top Restaurants to Look Forward to in 2024,"

Launched by acclaimed musician and broadcaster YolanDa Brown OBE DL with music manager and creative entrepreneur Adetokunbo “T” Oyelola, Soul Mama is not just a restaurant but a celebration of music and food. Through a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign, Soul Mama became a Guinness World Record Holder as the largest Kickstarter-funded restaurant globally.

Under the inspired direction of Executive Chef Aleandro Brown, Soul Mama’s menu celebrates a rich fusion of flavours that transports diners on a culinary journey. His passion for cooking was cultivated in Jamaica, learning from Grandma's kitchen. He has honed his expertise across prestigious kitchens, from The Ritz to Gordon Ramsay's establishments.

Join us on a live music night or for an intimate dinner.

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Barbara

Dined 1 day ago

Great and tasty food. Will be coming back again very soon! Definitely recommended.

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