7 of the best restaurants in London

“First we eat, then we do everything else.”- M.F.K. Fisher From top-notch venues run by the likes of Heston Blumenthal  and Gordon Ramsay to innovative and upcoming eateries, London is the place to go if food is your thing. We bring to you a list of some of the best restaurants of the city. Book a table at one of these favourites for a meal to remember! Bon appétit!  1. The Wolseley A ‘café restaurant in the grand European tradition’, the place offers something for everyone and brings together London tradition and Viennese majesty. The interplay of black, cream and gold colour lends a classy touch to the restaurant. The kitchen is mainly popular for its breakfasts and the main menu is nothing but splendid! From steak tartare, oysters, grilled halibut with wilted spinach to apple strudel and tarte au citron, the exhaustive menu never fails to impress food lovers. 160 Piccadilly, London W1J 9EB 2. Zucca With sleek and sophisticated interiors, Zucca is place for the tasteful travellers. As light streams in through the magnanimous windows, there is a unique wam vibe about this place. Breads, pizzas and pastas here are simply superb. The wine list is commendable. 184 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3TQ 3. Gordon Ramsay Close to Sloane Square Station, Gordon Ramsay’s standard has gained so much popularity that getting a table is quite a task. If you manage to get inside, you will see a wonderful British restaurant. The menu offers an exhaustive range of simple and traditional options. Service is quite perfect. Gordon Ramsay is the only restaurant that is run by a British chef and has received three Michelin stars. Hit the place and you’ll certainly know why! 68 Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 4HP 4. Hibiscus As the two-Michelin starred Hibiscus moves to Mayfair, everything right from the artwork to the menu has been kept the way it was. In fact most of the staff has also moved. The ‘classically trained yet inspired by the contemporary’ dishes will definitely amaze you. You can dine in the main restaurant or the private dining area. Renowned worldwide, Hibiscus offers one a memorable experience. The closest tube station to Hibiscus is Oxford Circus Station. 29 Maddox Street, Mayfair, London W1S 2PA 5. Ember Yard Ember Yard takes inspiration from Spanish and Italian methods of cooking over charcoal. Located in the heart of Soho, Ember Yard is a beautiful two storey restaurant with an open kitchen on the ground floor. There is a warm and cosy bar situated on the lower ground floor. The place also offers a private area for dining for up to 18 people. The Ember-themed cocktail is a must-try. 60 Berwick Street, London W1F 8SU 6. Arbutus You cannot help being mesmerised by the adept cooking style of Arbutus located in Soho. The place is full of chatty and chirpy crowd of diners who fill the dining room. One can try delicacies such as Marseilles-style bouillabaisse or bavette of Scottish. The range of cosmopolitan wine is tempting. 63-64 Frith Street, London W1D 3JW 7. Club Gascon This one offers a totally sumptuous menu inspired by the artistic menu of South-West France. The restaurant was opened up in 1998 and has since then maintained high standards of authenticity. Chef Pascal Aussignac’s art with seasonal produce, and his ability to bring ingredients together in a beautiful way, show in all the dishes. A vegetarian tasting menu is available. 57 West Smithfield, London EC1A 9DS Rikke Mikkelsen is Digital Marketing Manager at Ratedapartments.com. If you would like to be a guest blogger on A Luxury Travel Blog in order to raise your profile, please contact us.