"Gymkhana is an incredibly glamorous restaurant that’s perfect for doing incredibly glamorous things. It’s a moody, sophisticated space complete with intimate booths, exceptional service, and a wild muntjac biryani that is the single best use of pastry since the hallowed invention of the cheese straw. A meal at this Mayfair spot won’t come cheap but it’s worth it for classics that will stay with you long after your final bite of the tandoori masala lamb chops. Reservations are released two months in advance, so set your alarm for 6am that day. Your best bet is planning the best London day off known to lamb chop-lovers and opt for one of the weekday lunchtime bookings. If you’re really struggling, sister spots—Bibi, Brigadiers, and Ambassadors Clubhouse—usually have more availability." - jake missing, rianne shlebak, heidi lauth beasley, daisy meager, sinead cranna