Art center · Strand
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"We love renting skates and gliding around the frozen 18th-century courtyard of Somerset House, a sprawling neoclassical building off the Strand; a little hot chocolate from one of the cafés that line the rink doesn't hurt, either."
Fish and seafood restaurant · Covent Garden
Nestled in Covent Garden’s bustling heart, The Oystermen serves up exceptional shellfish in a chic, intimate spot that's perfect for a casual yet refined seafood feast.
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Food court · Mayfair
Step into Mercato Mayfair, a chic food hall inside a stunning converted church, where you can savor everything from gelato to ramen beneath its gothic arches.
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Sri Lankan restaurant · Borough
Rambutan in Borough Market serves up vibrant Sri Lankan village-style dishes cooked over an open fire, paired with natural wines and spirited cocktails, creating an invigorating dining experience.
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Pub · Hackney Central
The Gun, a laid-back Hackney pub since 1860, offers a lively vibe, craft cocktails, and inventive pub grub on its heated rooftop terrace.
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Dumpling restaurant · Soho
Ugly Dumpling is a cozy Soho gem blending inventive dumplings—think cheeseburger and mushroom truffle—with classic flavors, all in a fun bar setting.
Peruvian restaurant · Covent Garden
Bright and airy, this Peruvian gem features modern cuisine, a cozy basement cocktail bar, and an inviting outdoor space perfect for enjoying flavorful dishes.
Seafood restaurant · St. James's
Step into Wiltons, London's historic seafood haven where you can indulge in classic dishes and exquisite oysters amidst a charming, elegant atmosphere.
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Fine dining restaurant · Hammersmith Broadway
Seasonal Italian classics shine in a chic riverside spot with a buzzing terrace and that famously decadent chocolate nemesis cake.
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Vietnamese restaurant · Soho
Cây Tre is a stylish Vietnamese spot in Soho serving delicious noodle soups and rice plates, perfect for a casual dinner in a trendy setting.
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Chophouse restaurant · Clerkenwell
This Clerkenwell staple serves hearty Modern British fare with legendary confit potatoes in a charming 19th-century Victorian dining room.
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