Best Elegant & Chic Restaurants in the Best Cities

Jin Bo Law - Sky Bar

$$$$ 14th Floor Hotel Saint 9 Aldgate High Street, EC3N 1AH, Aldgate, London
English International European Mediterranean Fine dining Casual Dining Premium Casual Elegant & Chic
Jin Bo Law is the newest rooftop bar in the City of London located right on the the14th floor of Dorsett City Hotel in Aldgate and with the breathtaking views of London's most iconic skyline. Explore the rooftop terrace and cast your eyes upon the fantastic views of Tower Bridge, the Shard, the Walkie Talkie, the Gherkin, and more. The interior design offers a sleek and contemporary finish with small touches of yellow and a contrasting dark marble floor blending nicely with an Asian-inspired bar.

Bussey Rooftop Bar

$$$ Block B Rooftop Unit B3.1, The Bussey Building 133 Rye Lane, SE15 4SL, Peckham, London
Italian International European Mediterranean Casual Dining Fast Casual Premium Casual Family Style Elegant & Chic
Perched atop the iconic Bussey Building, Bussey Rooftop Bar literally stands above the rest as the highest drinking hot spot in Peckham, offering delicious cocktails, tasty pizza, and unrivaled 360-degree views of London’s dazzling skyline. Transforming into a colorful oasis, Bussey Rooftop Bar offers a unique drinking and dining experience in the heart of South London. We’re proud to be serving up pizzas with a purpose with Share A Slice, offering a full menu of simple yet delicious flavor combinations including vegan options and a very special Rooftop exclusive. Classic Margherita? Spicy ‘nduja? The choice is yours — all Share A Slice pizzas are made in a traditional fire-based oven with supplies sourced directly from Italy so you know you’re getting the real deal.

OXO Tower Restaurant

$$$$ Coin Street Community Builders, 108 Stamford Street, SE1 9NH, South Bank, London
English European Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar, and Brasserie sit on the top floor of the iconic OXOTower. Offering guests the choice of three unique destinations, each with its own charm and beautiful outdoor terrace. The OXO Tower Restaurant provides a relaxed dining experience, showcasing a seasonally varied menu using great British produce. Combining their acclaimed wine list and views of the City of London, this is the perfect place for any occasion. The restaurant offers dishes for vegans and vegetarians and also gluten-free specialties for celiacs.

Frank's Cafe at Bold Tendencies

$$$$ Multi-Storey Car Park, 95a Rye Lane, SE15 4TG, Peckham, London
English International European Mediterranean Fast Food Premium Casual Family Style Elegant & Chic
In the Peckham area, you will find this simple but wonderful rooftop bar in London. 'Simple' could be translated into Frank's Cafe putting the urban in urban. Located on top of an old car park, the rooftop bar has since 2009 been providing drinks and vibes with a view every summer. It belongs to Bold Tendencies, a not-for-profit creative enterprise, and arts organization. Popular among the younger crowd, the queues at Frank's often winds long. Both into the bar and to get a table. And reservations are not possible, so to get a good spot you just have to be in good time. Open during the summer season, the atmosphere is lively, the view awesome, and the prices very human. Here you can enjoy classic cocktails, draught beers, and a range of wines, as well as brunch, lunch, and dinner, all made to order on-site with a focus on simplicity and seasonality. Frank's Cafe is open for all, including children and dogs. The best time to visit with these companions is probably for a rooftop brunch, served every weekend.

Giorgio At Leadenhall

$$$ 45-52 Leadenhall Market, EC3V 1LT, City of London, London
Italian Premium Casual Elegant & Chic
Giorgio At Leadenhall is an elegant subterranean Italian restaurant in Leadenhall that lets you escape from the hustle and bustle of the City. An ideal venue for lunch in London, whether it's for business or pleasure!

Manicomio - Gutter Lane - City

$$$$ 6 Gutter Ln, EC2V 8AS, City of London, London
Italian Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Manicomio Gutter Lane opened its doors in 2008 and since then has been serving some of the most authentic and highly regarded Italian food in the City. Housed in a striking glass-fronted Norman Foster building just moments from St Pauls and set back from Cheapside.

Laurent At Cafe Royal

$$$$ 68 Regent Street, W1B 4DY, Soho, London
French Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Laurent at Cafe Royal is the new Grill and Sushi Bar by Laurent Tourondel. At home on the first floor of the five-star Hotel Cafe Royal on Regent Street, Laurent is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails late into the night. Located where Soho, St James, and Mayfair meet this is the perfect spot for business lunches, a weekend brunch or to begin or end a night out in the West End.

Gautier Soho

$$$$ 21 Romilly Street, W1D 5AF, Soho, London
French European Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Having earned a star within a year of opening Gauthier Soho, Alexis Gauthier is described by Zagat guide as "...one of the Best New French food destinations in London...". With an emphasis on vegetables in all dishes, providing a seasonal tasting menu with the best possible ingredients (British where possible) for omnivores and a vegetable option and an A la Carte and lunch/pre-theatre option. All served in a chic Soho Townhouse where the staff really make you feel special. There are also five private dining rooms for parties of all sizes.

The Greenhouse

$$$$ 27A Hays Mews, W1J 5NY, Mayfair, London
French Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Escape to an elegant, peaceful setting at the heart of Mayfair, where The Greenhouse serves a Michelin star accredited combination of modern French and European cuisine, accompanied by an extensive wine list of over 3,400 labels. Internationally renowned, The Greenhouse is one of only four restaurants in the world to win the Wine Spectator Grand Award since 2005, the highest award given for an exceptional wine list. Crafted by Head Chef Alex Dilling, the seasonal menus change regularly to showcase the finest and freshest ingredients of the season, highlighting a well-balanced approach to flavor and presentation. Diners can also sample the highest quality artisan cheeses, sourced from small farm producers, primarily located in France. For further luxury, The Greenhouse offers a private dining area for up to 10 guests, featuring a view of the restaurant and curtains to draw for a more intimate experience.

Helene Darroze At Connaught

$$$$ 16 Carlos Place, W1K 2AL, Mayfair, London
French Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Hélène Darroze at The Connaught is a three-Michelin starred elegant expression of craft. Warm and intimate yet bold and modern, every element is bespoke – from the Pierre Yovanovitch interiors to Helene’s personally tailored menus, grounded in seasonal British produce, infused with French flair and shaped around you. Our Chef’s Table puts you metres from the inventiveness and precision of the Helene Darroze kitchen. Talk to the chefs at the pass, enjoy one-of-a-kind service and witness culinary creativity first-hand. And for a more personalized dining experience with a difference, embark on a journey into the ultimate exploration of The Connaught wines at The Sommelier’s Table.

Aubaine Mayfair

$$$$ 31 Dover Street, W1S 4ND, Mayfair, London
French European Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Nestled in the heart of Mayfair, this venue provides a quintessentially chic escape from London’s chaotic day-to-day with its low lighting, rustic fireplace and, terrace green room. The menu is a taste of modern France with a nod to the traditional. Blazing a trail to original and exciting creations while keeping the much-loved staples of French dining philosophy close to the heart.

Annabel's

$$$$ 46 Berkeley Square, W1J 5AT, Mayfair, London
French European Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Annabel's is a private members club in Mayfair, London, located at 46 Berkeley Square. Set across 26 000 square feet and positioned just two doors down from where its original location first opened in 1963, Annabel's is an all-day and all-night private Members' Club alongside offering French and European cuisines.

The Ivy

$$$$ 1-5 West Street, WC2H 9NQ, Covent Garden, London
European Fine dining Elegant & Chic
The Ivy restaurant has been a firm fixture on London’s dining and social scene since its foundation in 1917. The Covent Garden restaurant and private room upstairs are the epitomai of glamour – now more than ever after a triumphant redesign in 2015 by the acclaimed Martin Brudnizki Design Studio. With its shimmering central dining bar, signature harlequin stained-glass windows, oak paneling, and striking contemporary art collection, the longevity of this most British restaurant is ensured. Renowned for its food, Executive Chef Gary Lee creates balanced seasonal lunch and dinner menus that place the Ivy classics alongside a contemporary global palette, incorporating more Asian dishes, salads, and vegetables, and a “sea and shells” section.

Orrery

$$$$ 55 Marylebone High Street, W1U 5RB, Marylebone, London
French Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Like the intricate cosmological model that lends its name, Orrery is redolent with attention to detail and elegance. Head Chef Igor Tymchyshyn demonstrates his Michelin-starred pedigree with a contemporary approach to classic French cuisine. The beautiful dining room at Orrery is the perfect setting for getting together with friends and family or for a formal corporate affair. Also, the stunning roof terrace is a fabulous spot for pre-lunch or dinner drinks. Alternatively, if you are looking for a more intimate setting, the Private Dining Room is the perfect space to enjoy Igor's contemporary French cuisine.

Michael Nadra Brasserie & Takeaway - Chiswick

$$$$ 6/8 Elliott Road, W4 1PE, Chiswick, London
French Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Michael Nadra is a stylish brasserie located in the heart of Chiswick, West London Combining excellent produce with casual service in sophisticated surroundings, the restaurant offers an innovative dining experience of French cuisine within an intimate and relaxed environment of a neighborhood restaurant. Having worked in some of the UK's best fine dining establishments including Gordon Ramsay's Petrus, Chez Bruce, and La Trompette, chef-patron Michael Nadra produces the most exquisite food using both classic and modern techniques.

Palm Court At The Langham

$$$$ 1C Portland Pl, Marylebone, W1B 1JA, Marylebone, London
European Fine dining Elegant & Chic
The Langham, London is the first hotel to ever serve Afternoon Tea. When The Langham, London opened in 1865 it started a new tradition; serving afternoon tea in an elegant Palm Court. As the birthplace of Afternoon Tea, The Langham, London continues to set the standard in afternoon tea today with award-winning tea service and food overseen by Michel Roux Jr. Featherlight scones, the freshest savories and patisserie using the finest British ingredients, that's the experience at Palm Court.

Les 110 de Taillevent London

$$$$ 16 Cavendish Square, W1G 9DD, Marylebone, London
French Fine dining Elegant & Chic
This a modern French Restaurant in Central London where the Chef uses the most seasonal and sustainable ingredients to create classic and new French dishes. Alfresco terrace for the summer months and a stunning private dining room full of warmth for those special occasions. Visit for a business lunch, Oxford Street shopping break, or a special dinner out, or just to sit at the bar and have some friendly conversation over some great vintages.

Clarette

$$$ 44 Blandford Street, W1U 7HS, Marylebone, London
French Premium Casual Elegant & Chic
Clarette is a chic and stylish restaurant and wine bar in Marylebone, set in an iconic building with 3 floors with a private dining room and an outdoor terrace. The restaurant offers contemporary European cuisine, led by young established British Head Chef, Aaron Ashmore- a MasterChef the Professionals Semi-Finalist. The wine list, selected by Head Sommelier, Natalia Kozlowska, includes countless exceptional wines by the bottle and over 50 different styles of wines by the glass, including 14 Château Margaux wines, poured by Coravin, making fine wines available to everyone. Alongside a magnificent wine cellar and fabulous food, personal service and attention to detail are what makes dining at Clarette so special.

Aubaine Selfridges

$$$ 400 Oxford Street, W1A 1AB, Marylebone, London
French Premium Casual Elegant & Chic
Aubaine Selfridges – a beautiful French Brasserie situated in London's famous Selfridges store. An amazing restaurant for celeb-spotting with a view of the whole Selfridges store. A must-visit for couples looking for a romantic restaurant for a date. Also offers excellent value for a family dining out on a budget. Venue offering a quirky setting for French food served under a wisteria ceiling.

Core By Clare Smith

$$$$ 92 Kensington Park Road, W11 2PN, Notting Hill, London
European Fine dining Elegant & Chic
Core is an elegant fine dining restaurant with an emphasis on natural, sustainable food, sourced from the UK’s most dedicated farmers and food producers. Creating beautifully crafted dishes, seeking out the best of British produce, with a passion to delight and share our curiosity and our love of delicious artisanal food.
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