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The best new London restaurant openings of 2026 - so far

Information: 07 July 2026

It's hard to believe it, but we're already past the halfway point of 2026. And in Hot Dinners tradition, that means that it's time to look back at the best openings of the year, so far...

Restaurants and pubs where you can watch the World Cup in London

Information: 07 July 2026

Our pick of the best places across London to watch the matches live during the World Cup 2026.

The best ice cream in London

Information: 06 July 2026

Just right when the weather is scorching and maybe even more so on the many, many days it's not - we pick out London's best ice cream and gelato purveyors.

My Manor, chef Seamus Sam from Evelyn's Table shares his favourite places to eat and drink in Walthamstow

Information: 04 July 2026

For work he heads up the kitchen at Michelin-starred Evelyn's Table in Soho. But here's where chef Seamus Sam likes to eat and drink close to home in Walthamstow.

London's best riverside restaurants and pubs

Information: 03 July 2026

From the elegant gardens running down to the Thames of The River Cafe to restaurants right on the canal in King's Cross, we pick some of London's loveliest waterside gems to dine at.

The best restaurants in Islington, Angel and Holloway

Information: 03 July 2026

Islington has a HUGE amount of restaurants, with the majority of them along Upper Street. Here's our guide to the very best of dining out in and around Islington.

The best restaurants in Notting Hill

Information: 03 July 2026

Here's our pick of the best restaurants in the Notting Hill, an area which has grown into an excellent restaurant destination.

The best restaurants and bars in St James's

Information: 03 July 2026

More exclusive than Mayfair and with more history packed into its streets than almost any other part of London, St James's is one of London’s hidden gems worth exploring. From historic shops to its mix of modern and classic restaurants and bars, here’s our pick of the best places to check out.

The best restaurants and bars in Victoria and Pimlico

Information: 03 July 2026

A stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace, this transport hub welcomes thousands of visitors to London every day. Whether you’re staying or passing through, here’s our guide on The best restaurants and places to eat in Victoria and Pimlico.

The best restaurants in Knightsbridge

Information: 02 July 2026

Heading to Knightsbridge (maybe a Harrods visit)? We'll guide you to the best places to eat nearby...

Hot Dinners' summer guide to eating and drinking in London

Information: 01 July 2026

Enjoy the summer in London - come rain or shine - with our guide to everything from the best alfresco spots for eating and drinking, great takeaway picnics and ice-creams to order on sweltering days.

The big new London restaurants opening in July 2026

Information: 30 June 2026

As we enter the second half of the year, new openings include the latest from the team behind Lagana, a high-end Italian that's been promised for a while, East Asian/Texas BBQ, a top bakery follow-up and much more...

The best things we ate and drank in June 2026

Information: 30 June 2026

This month's selection includes London's best sticky toffee pudding, the new must-have burger, an LA-inspired Islington smoothie, the best of Menorca and more...

My Manor, Chris Galvin from Galvin Restaurants shares his favourite food and drink spots in Stratford

Information: 27 June 2026

Michelin-starred chef Chris Galvin reveals his favourite pubs, cafes and restaurants close to home in Stratford.

London's hottest bars, the best you need to visit in London right now

Information: 25 June 2026

For years we’ve kept Londoners apprised of the hottest restaurants to have on their radar. Now we’re doing the same for the city’s bars. Every season, we’ll update this list with the hot new bars you should know about.

Where to eat near the Spurs stadium in Tottenham

Information: 25 June 2026

Looking for decent places to meet and eat before a game or concert at the Spurs stadiums in Tottenham? Here are our suggestions

The very best restaurants in London for eating alfresco

Information: 24 June 2026

For days of glorious spring sunshine, knowing a good alfresco place to eat is invaluable. Here's our guide to London's loveliest spots for outdoor dining (including options for if the weather's not all that reliable).

Where to order the best ready-made picnics in London

Information: 23 June 2026

Save yourself the effort of schlepping round the shops. Here are the best London picnics for you to order and enjoy at your leisure, whether you're out in the park or at home in the garden.

My Manor, Angelina's head chef Khanh Tran-Thanh shares her favourite places in London Fields

Information: 20 June 2026

Angelina's head chef Khanh Tran-Thanh shows us round her favourite food and drink places in her London Fields neighbourhood.

The best dishes to try at Taste of London 2026 this week

Information: 18 June 2026

Once again, we were judges for this year's Best in Taste at Taste of London 2026, where we had an early preview of a LOT of this year's top festival dishes. Here's our pick of the best.

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