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The best restaurants in Marylebone

Information: 23 March 2026

Just north of Oxford Street, Marylebone is the place to head for if you need a respite from shopping - but want something a little more casual than Mayfair.

London restaurants' best set lunch deals and menus

Information: 20 March 2026

Hot Dinners rounds up some of the best-value set lunch deals in London's top restaurants.

The best wine bars in West London

Information: 19 March 2026

Here's our list of the best places to drink wine in West London

Five of the best new desserts in London right now

Information: 19 March 2026

Here at Hot Dinners, we always think it's worth saving room for dessert. So, with that in mind, here's our ongoing guide to the five best desserts in London restaurants right now (at least the ones we've tried personally).

Where to go in London for a Michelin-starred meal up at the counter

Information: 18 March 2026

If you want to get up close to the action of some of London's best kitchens then picking a Michelin-starred restaurant that focuses on counter dining is the best option.

The best food, drinks and events for St Patrick's Day in London

Information: 17 March 2026

Looking for the best ways to enjoy St Patrick's Day in London? If you fancy great Guinness with some really good Irish food to go with it, or if you're after a big party, we've got you covered.

My Manor, Adam Wilkie of ULI and HUŎ shares his favourite food and drink places in Maida Vale

Information: 14 March 2026

The man behind popular West London restaurants ULI and HUO reveals his favourite places to eat out in and around Maida Vale.

The Murphia List 2026 - the Irish talent in London's food and drink scene right now

Information: 10 March 2026

Hot Dinners presents its 12th annual Murphia List - a celebration of the creative contribution made by Irish people to London's food and drink scene.

Where to get a great pork pie in London

Information: 05 March 2026

A classic pork pie is a thing of beauty and delight. But a good one can be hard to track down. Here's our meticulously researched guide to the places serving up London's best pork pies.

London's best pub gardens for foodies

Information: 05 March 2026

We look at some of the best pub gardens in London, where the alfresco space is more than matched by a great food menu.

The best London restaurants for great pies (plus Pie Week specials)

Information: 03 March 2026

You can find some exceptional pies all over London, from pubs to high-end restaurants. We tell you where to go to find the very best pies...

The best afternoon teas in London

Information: 01 March 2026

As quintessentially English as the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, taking afternoon tea is a treat loved by tourists and Londoners alike. London has all manner of great places to take tea, so how do you choose? We've rounded up the city's best classic and contemporary afternoon teas...

The big new London restaurants opening in March 2026

Information: 26 February 2026

London's boom of interesting new restaurant openings continues for March with an iconic restaurant reborn, the promise of a glamorous hotel seafood spot and a hotly-anticipated restaurant from an ex-Kiln head chef.

My Manor, David Moore of Pied a Terre, gives us his favourite Bloomsbury food and drink recommendations

Information: 21 February 2026

Co-owner of London's longest holder of a Michelin star, Pied a Terre's David Moore shares his tips on where to eat and drink in Bloomsbury.

Critics vs Influencers - the age-old war is back on, but is it all a bit overblown?

Information: 21 February 2026

Restaurateur Jeremy King's ban on influencers has sparked up the long-running debate over the role of restaurant bloggers and influencers. We look at the bigger digital picture.

The best London restaurants open on Monday

Information: 20 February 2026

If you've been working over the weekend, fancy taking advantage of hard-to-get restaurant availability or simply want to start the week strong, here's our pick of where to go.

London's hottest bars - the best bars to visit in London right now

Information: 19 February 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.

London restaurants serving up Iftar meals during Ramadan

Information: 18 February 2026

Ramadan 2026 is expected to run from 17 February to 18 March - find out which restaurants are serving up Iftar meals for those breaking their fast across London.

Where to get a great lunchtime bento box in London

Information: 17 February 2026

Some of London's great lunchtime deals come in the form of bento boxes, or the more ornate hakozen boxes. Here's our pick of the best out there.

The best pancakes in London for Pancake Day 2026 and beyond

Information: 17 February 2026

Pancake Day (aka Shrove Tuesday) hits this year on 17 February 2026. Here are some of the best specials on the days as well as our guide to places where you can pick up a pancake any time of the year.

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