31 Kensington Park Road, London W11 2EU

Originally the seafood-centric Orasay, Jackson Boxer reinvented this restaurant as Dove, a neighbourhood restaurant that serves what he describes as "elevated comfort food". The look and feel is similar to its previous guise and the cooking remains on top form as ever. The deep-fried lasagna bites are a must.

Unit 20 Circus Rd W, Nine Elms, London SW11 8EZ

This cosy neighbourhood bar is from the team behind Quo Vadis and Barrafina so they know a thing or two about good food and wine. On the wine front, there’s plenty by both the glass and bottle and there's plenty of beer on tap too, with a focus on Guinness and Estrella. The food offering focuses on the cheese toastie with classic options and guest sandwiches on rotation. The sheltered riverside terrace is a boon on warmer days.

278 Queenstown Rd, Nine Elms, London SW8 4LT

Popular tapas spot Boqueria is an independent restaurant focusing on giving Battersea residents a flavour of Spain. As the name suggests, it’s inspired by Barcelona’s iconic food market - expect a range of croquetas, classic tapas, and proper paella. If you want to push the boat out the restaurant’s roast suckling pig is a must and the wine list is a treasure trove of well-known favourites and lesser-known gems.

Arch 65 Queen's Circus, Nine Elms, London SW8 4NE

The first bricks-and-mortar site from top-tier catering company Spook London, Archway is one of those neighbourhood spots everyone wished they had nearby. A tight menu focuses on what’s in season, with the chef’s River Cafe roots showing in the Italian-influenced dishes. The name, in case you’re confused, references its location in an old railway arch.

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.

63 Battersea Bridge Rd, London SW11 3AU

Classic French restaurant Augustine is run by chef Franck Raymond (formerly at Mon Plaisir). Here in Battersea, his menu is informed by his upbringing in the Evian region of France so, in addition to classic dishes like French onion soup you’ll also find regional specialities on offer. The all-French wine list is well worth perusing.

39 Northcote Rd, London SW11 1NJ

Casual Indian spot Tamila comes from the folk who brought us Indian gastopubs The Tamil Crown and Tamil Prince. Harking back to the group’s street food roots the menu puts roti and curries at the heart of its offering with a special section for dosas and snacks too. Cocktails are particularly inventive and worth trying, including a Gunpowder Margarita.

Every branch of Bao has a distinct identity and for their Battersea branch, the team took inspiration from the noodle shops of Taiwan. Key to that is the beef noodle broths which you'll find here in a rich as well as a lighter version. There are, of course their signature bao buns too, and expect to find dishes on the menu that are exclusive to Battersea. For party planners, the private karaoke room is worth knowing about.

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.

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.

383 King's Road, London SW10 0LP

Previously Chicama, this Mediterranean-focused restaurant has been a hit from day one, packing diners in who love its food with a Greek bent. Chef Adam Rawson is back with the group too and together he and Executive Chef, Tzoulio Loulai are giving Chelsea folk what they want.

Ground Floor, 36–40 Rupert St, London W1D 6DW

Taking over what used to be the ground floor of Hovarda, this sees Australian chef David Thompson, known for cooking Thai food, back in London with an outpost of his casual Thai restaurant. Here, there's a short, tight menu that's specifically influenced by Bangkok.

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.

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.

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.

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.

300 King's Road, London SW3 5UH

Fantomas sees chef Chris Denney (Fiend) teaming up with restaurateurs George Bukhov-Weinstein and Ilya Demichev for this Chelsea restaurant. It brings some much-needed Mayfair glamour to Chelsea, with a menu that sees Denney producing modern European sharing dishes with a few influences from Asia.

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.

12 Heddon St, London W1B 4BZ

Fonda is the second restaurant from Santiago Lastra who had such a big hit with his first restaurant Kol that it got onto the World's 50 best list. This is a slightly more casual and affordable Mexican restaurant when compared to Kol, with the menu focused around the type of home cooking the chef loves. Expect some great tacos as well as top cocktails, Palomas particularly.

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.