Le Gavroche, style – French This restaurant is now in its 34th year & with Michael Roux Jr in charge most dishes, follow the classical French traditions of his father and uncle. With its warm red & green décor it is deeply comfortable and remains one of the capitals’ culinary treasures. 43, Upper Brook Street, W1. Tel: 020 7499 1826 Gordon Ramsay, style – French Probably the purest and most indulgent expression of the eating experience in Britain today. Those who make their pilgrimage are unanimous in their applause… The food, its presentation and the service are second to none. 68-69 Royal Hospital Road, SW3. Tel: 020 7352 4441 Bluebird, style – Modern Eclectic One of the most remarkable rooms in London, an amazing skylit restaurant with pleasant, professional staff; good, tasty, hones food, much of from a wood-fired oven; an air of expectation and excitement pervades. 350 Kings Road, SW3. Tel: 020 7559 1000 Ransome’s Dock, style – English This award-winning restaurant is situated among the charming surroundings of Ramsone’s Dock by Battersea Bridge. The Chef-patron creates a hugely popular seasonal menu consisting largely of the finest organic ingredients. The brightly-decorated restaurant generally fizzes with life from a mix of Battersea & Chelsea thirtysomethings. 35-37 Parkgate Road, SW11. Tel 020 7924 2462 The Collection, style – Modern Eclectic The Collection, already established one of the most popular bars in South West London is now becoming impossibly fashionable due to its metamorphic lounge bar. Meanwhile the restaurant retains its own identity and excellence for its Pacific-rim food and puddings. 264 Brompton Road, SW3. Tel: 020 7225 1212 Chutney Mary, style – Anglo Indian The most fashionable Indian Restaurant in Town. It combines gourmet regional dishes with international style and service in an ambience reminiscent of the British Raj. |