London is without doubt the restaurant capital of the UK. Immigrants of all nationalities have brought their own exotic flavours and culinary culture to the city, making London an exciting and cosmopolitan place to eat out. Heres a guide to some of the best restaurants area by area.
Covent Garden
Covent Garden is an attractive area with a covered piazza complex at its centre. Its popular with tourists but can be pricey. If youre looking for an inexpensive meal in this area your best bet is to try out some of the large bar/restaurants such as Wagamama and All Bar One, where youll find reasonable quality food in stylish surroundings at affordable prices.
If you want to experience a traditional London restaurant, try Rules on Maiden Lane. Its rather expensive but its worth it. Reputed to be the oldest restaurant in London, it has a beautiful vintage interior and serves old London favourites, from oysters and eels to pies and puddings.
Another famed London restaurant and popular hang-out of the rich and famous is The Ivy on West Street. Youll need to book a table weeks in advance to savour its wonderful modern and luxurious British cuisine shepherds...