12A Berkeley Square House, Berkely Square, London W1J 6BS

Benares on Berkeley Square features an upscale menu featuring modern Indian cuisine with a British twist. There's also a large bar here and plenty of private dining space for Mayfair business meals.

7 New Union Square, Embassy Gardens, London SW11 7DN

Situated in the shade of the American embassy and billed as the unofficial US consulate in London, Philly restaurant and dive bar Passyunk couldn’t be in a better location. It’s a great place to watch key sporting events with a menu that includes a much-vaunted Philly cheesesteak along with a wide range of American beers on tap.

1 Dover Yard at 1 Hotel Mayfair, London W1J 8DJ

Dovetale is the main restaurant at 1 Hotel Mayfair and comes from top chef Tom Sellers (the man behind Restaurant Story). In a very upscale hotel environment (blessed with a beautiful hidden terrace), the food here features plenty of special creations from Sellers and has a secret weapon in the form of its Knickerbocker Glory trolley.

113 Great Portland Street, London W1W 6QQ

From the team behind Clipstone and Quality Chop House, this all day spot sets out its stall as "cooking the best produce, simply but with imagination and plenty of care". Both the main menu and wine list change frequently.

5 Clipstone St, London W1W 6BB

This was the third opening from the team behind Quality Chop House and Portland. The corner site has loads of natural light and serves up dishes influenced by seasonal UK produce.

35 Heddon Street, London W1B 4BR

Run by the double act of chef Nieves Barragán and GM Josè Etura, Sabor is the kind of restaurant everyone wants to try, and once they've been are immediately plotting a return visit. It's a restaurant of two halves with the Asador on the upper level and counter dining by the open kitchen on the ground floor. Obviously, you're going to want the croquetas, but everything else will be great as well.

20a Halliford St, London N1 3HD

Coming from the Goodbye Horses team (which is just across the road), this is a combo ice cream/wine bar. Exepct unique and original takes on ice cream, all paired with excellent wine. It also helps that it's all set in a compact and beautiful space where the mirrors and backlit ceiling create a space like nothing else.

42 Peckham Rd, London SE5 8PX

Previously known mainly for their sandwiches, this is Mondo Sando's standalone cafe which adds a lot more to the mix. There are, of course, excellent sandwiches on the menu - it's primarily a sandwich bar by day with drinks and more dishes added in the evening - all at a notably great price.

30 Brewer St, London W1F 0SS

This counter-dining sushi spot in the heart of Soho is the second restaurant from the well-respected Cubé in Mayfair but it's all concentrated around sushi. As such, it represents one of the best places in Soho for truly great sushi and the omakase menu in particular is great value.

Lower Ground, 20 Broadwick St, London W1F 9NE

This opulently decorated lower-ground restaurant is part of the eequally lavishly decorated Broadwick hotel in Soho. If you're after a place with plenty of atmosphere and very flattering lighting in Soho, this is the place to come. The food is a high-end Italian affair and the restaurant has been known to be quite a magnet for A-list celebs.

22-24 Seymour Place, London W1H 7NL

Once a pop-up supperclub, AngloThai have now settled down in Marylebone. The restaurant sees them marrying Thai cuisine with British ingredients, producing some of the best Thai cuisine available in London. Make sure to pay particular attention to the excellent wine list.

19 Motcomb St, London SW1X 8LB

Part of the reworking of the Pantechnicon building included getting rid of their retail operation and replacing it with this gorgeous-looking Provencal restaurant with an ex-Annabel’s and Arts Club chef in the kitchen. Dishes plunder the Mediterranean coast for inspiration but the must-have dish is the crab toast with tomato and caviar.

109 Kew Rd, Richmond TW9 2PN

The opening of this neighbourhood restaurant saw local chef John McClements coming out of retirement to get back in the hospitality game. The aim was to serve up seasonal French bistro food that was also - drumroll - affordable. Locals would say they’ve more than succeeded. The duck fat brioche served with a selection of terrines is not to be missed.

5 Savile Row, London W1S 3PB

This is Jason Atherton's flagship restaurant on Savile Row, where he’s hoping for Michelin recognition. Chef Spencer Metzer (ex-The Ritz) is the man in the kitchen making the magic happen - expect culinary fireworks across a multi-course tasting menu.

13-15 Tavistock Street, London WC2E 7PS

This is the third opening from the Delamina restaurant group, serving up Eastern Mediterranean dishes in a gorgeous old Georgian building just off the Covent Garden piazza. What you can be sure of is that everything tastes amazing with the plant-led options being particularly creative and delicious.

340-342 Essex Road, London N1 3PB

It might be a pub in name and looks, but both the bar snacks and dining room menus reveal a creative hand in the kitchen, from the jerk spiced Scotch eggs to the curry emulsion that comes with the cuttlefish arancini. Expect a strong seafood offering too.

43 Curzon Street, London W1J 7UF

Pinna comes from the same restaurant group as Wild Tavern, and it's that restaurant's chef, Achille Pinna, who's in charge of this Mayfair Sardininian restaurant. He's in charge of an Italian menu that takes its cues from his own heritage, which they have described as "Sardinia on a plate".

396 York Way, Camden Town, London N7 9LW

Half Cut Market is a combo restaurant, wine bar, bottle shop set up by a group of talented hospitality veterans. it's earned plenty of awards as a wine bar, but the kitchen itself is well worth heading to, with ex-Brat chef Aidan Richardson. Look out for their collab dinners with top chefs too.

2 Inverness Street, Camden, London NW1 7HJ

This Mexican bar and restaurant is led by ex-Ella Canta chef Daniel Sanchez, who comes from Mexico City. His aim here is to deliver an authentic and vibrant Mexican restaurant where the bar scene is as important as the restaurant. The food includes tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas and more while the drinks list features a strong margarita section.

Unit 92, Camden Stables Market, Chalk Farm Lane, NW1 8AH

Jugad is from from healthy food delivery company Foodhak, who opened right in the middle of Camden Market. The restaurant aims for the same goals as their delivery service - a diverse and balanced menu that's completely gluten and dairy-free, serving up Indian dishes with a modern twist.

300 Kentish Town Road, London NW5 2TG

Berberè is the UK outpost of an award-winning pizzeria that has locations across Italy. They're best known for their "living" sourdough pizzas, proofed over 24 hours. They serve up the classics, as well as their own takes like a smoked margherita pizza.

Fourth Floor, Harrods, 87-135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL

After a big makeover, this Grade II listed restaurant inside Harrods returned glammer than ever. During the day it's the place to come for afternoon tea while in the evening, top chef Calum Franklin is in charge of the menu. The big draws on the classic menu are both the pies and paté en croute, both of which Franklin is renowned for. The Georgian pie experience is the one to go for and there's a great performance from their piano player, right at the centre of the chandelier-covered room.

382 Essex Rd, London N1 3PF

Sharing an owner with popular Hackney wine bar Binch, Sylvain Bertozzi, this Essex Road boozer has had a very modern makeover, adding in space for a DJ and an expansive wine offering. Currently, the food side of things is run by Perkd Up Burgers. Keep an eye on their Instagram for news of a regular programme of wine events.

310 Portobello Road, London W10 5TA

This Italian restaurant in Notting Hill comes from the same team behind pub hits The Pelican and The Hero. Here, they brought in two ex-River Cafe chefs to create a classic Italian menu that's going down very well with the locals.

20 Caledonian Road, London N1 9DU

The Yellow Bittern takes a somewhat unusual approach to a restaurant, opening only on weekday lunchtimes (in two sittings) and only accepting payment by cash (and booking by phone only). Closer to a supperclub than a restaurant, the menu is by chef Hugh Corcoran, expect a regularly changing menu with a little bit of Irish influence.

167 Holloway Rd, London N7 8LX

Topa takes over Provisions wine and cheese shop on Holloway Road in the evenings, transforming it into a Basque-inspired restaurant and wine bar. There's a menu of pintxos which changes regularly, all prepared in the tiny cooking space at the back. That's all paired with the excellent wines and cheese that Provisions is already known for.

Unit 2, 57 Pimlico Road, London SW1W 8NE

This restaurant and wine bar is a team-up between ex-Elystan Street chef Aaron Potter and interior stylist, Laura Hart. In charge of the food side of things, Aaron is focusing on a Mediterranean-influenced menu while Lauran manages front of house and a wine bar that's notably good value for the area. It's all in a beautiful setting too.

1 St James's Market, St. James's, London SW1Y 4QQ

Jason Atherton has transformed the building that used to hold Aquavit into an opulent restaurant and bar. The restaurant is inspired by British dishes and seasonality, with standout dishes including a marmite custard tart with caviar. Upstairs you'll find a hidden away cocktail bar called Apples and Pears with Atherton's customarily excellent cocktails on offer.

35 Maiden Lane, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7LB

One of London's oldest restaurants, there has been a Rules serving food in and around this part of Covent Garden since 1798. Here is where you come if you're after history and classic British dishes, served well. The upstairs cocktail bar is legendary.

28-34 St. Martin's Court, London WC2N 4AL

Often seen as both the theatregoers and the actors' port of call post-theatre, Sheekeys is a London institution. It remains best known for its seafood, including an incredible fish pie which is still one of the best in London. A must-visit for every Londoner and notably great for counter dining, as well as its extensive, covered terrace.