Patty & Bun

Tucked away off Columbia Road, Campania & Jones serves rustic Southern Italian fare in a candlelit, cobbled courtyard that’s perfect for romance.

The Ned: a grand 1920s-era City hotel with luxe Edwardian rooms, nine dynamic restaurants, a buzzing live-music lobby, spa, pools, and a secretive vault bar.

Cozy Soho spot serving pillowy Taiwanese bao, inventive small plates, and sharp cocktails in a sleek, minimalist space with cult followings and killer fried chicken.

Trinity serves impeccably crafted modern British dishes in a stylish, monochrome space with welcoming vibes and a stellar seasonal menu.

Sông Quê is the go-to spot in Shoreditch for epic Vietnamese fare, especially its comforting beef pho, served hot amid a lively, no-frills backdrop.

Nestled at the Angel Tube end of Camden Passage, this cozy café offers a warm ambiance, outdoor seating, and a tempting all-day menu featuring hearty British classics, fresh sandwiches, and handmade pizzas—all with friendly service and a local vibe.

Trullo serves confidently unfussy, seasonally driven Italian fare in a cozy, elegant space with standout handmade pastas and a smoky charcoal grill.

Sweetings, London's oldest seafood restaurant since 1889, serves classic comfort dishes like fish pie and sticky toffee pudding in a charmingly rustic setting.

Berenjak in Soho serves vibrant, shareable Iranian kebabs and mazeh, with fresh breads and a killer baklava ice cream dessert.

Barrafina is a buzzing Soho tapas bar that serves perfect small plates and excellent sherry, making every moment spent waiting in line worth it.