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Every venue in the Booko catalogue tagged Striking.
72 venues
Ben Murphy, formerly of Launceston Place, leads the kitchen at this Fitzrovia restaurant on Charlotte Street, where seasonal ingredients and classical technique meet playful contemporary reworking. Menus balance precision with personality, from reimagined beef Wellington to fig leaf soufflé with olive oil ice cream served tableside from an ice-cream trolley. A cocktail bar and 300-strong wine list round out the...
Perched above Leicester Square, 8 at The Londoner is a rooftop bar inspired by the Japanese izakaya tradition. The venue comprises three distinctive spaces, with the Shima Garden featuring a retractable roof that opens to the London sky, blending indoor elegance with outdoor atmosphere. Guests share elevated plates and seasonal menus alongside expertly crafted cocktails in a striking contemporary setting.
A Japanese restaurant set within a beautifully restored Grade II-listed former bank on Cavendish Square in Marylebone. The menu moves from delicate sushi and robata-grilled dishes to an inventive omakase experience, all crafted with Kyoto-inspired technique and London creativity. Multiple private spaces flow together for group occasions, from intimate dinners to full venue takeovers, with live DJs on weekends adding...
Directly opposite Harrods on Brompton Road, ALBA brings the Amalfi Coast to Knightsbridge with light-filled coastal interiors, an open kitchen and a fresh seafood display. Amalfi-inspired Italian classics sit alongside a Japanese à la carte menu and a ten-seat omakase counter, and the restaurant hosts everything from intimate private dinners to full standing receptions.
ALTA sits in Kingly Court on Carnaby Street, a live-fire restaurant inspired by Northern Spain and the Basque region. The kitchen is open, the cooking centred on the grill, with small plates and larger dishes designed for sharing. A wall of wines on tap showcases low-intervention and ethical production, alongside sherries and cocktails. The space spans two floors, with a...
Ambassadors Clubhouse is a Punjabi-inspired restaurant from JKS Restaurants, the revered group behind Trishna and Gymkhana. The restaurant takes inspiration from the grand “party mansions” of Northern India and the hospitality traditions of undivided Punjab, serving regional Punjabi cooking across two floors. Indulge in papads, chaats, kebabs, biryanis and rich matka and karahi dishes cooked using traditional techniques and bold...
Atrium is the signature restaurant of Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, a dramatic light-filled space beneath a soaring triple-height glass roof, reached via a striking marble staircase. The menu brings together Mediterranean flavours with subtle Asian influence, centring on fresh seasonal produce: hand-cut raw bar selections, vibrant vegetable-led dishes, and expertly grilled meats and seafood, all designed for elegant all-day dining. Three...
Located just by The Ned, Bancone City brings Bancone’s signature fresh pasta and relaxed, counter-style dining into the heart of the city. The menu centres around hand-made pasta, produced fresh on site, with a focus on simple, high-quality ingredients. Their well-known “silk handkerchiefs” with walnut butter and confit egg yolk sit alongside a seasonal rotation of pastas and small plates...
Bar Arriba sees Mexican-inspired flavours, a striking restaurant and a vibrant rooftop hangout arrive in West London. Designed for celebrations, nights out and laid-back afternoons with friends, the space pairs bold interiors with an energetic, open-air setting.
Chef Chet Sharma developed his craft at some of Europe's most celebrated restaurants, including two-Michelin starred Mugaritz in San Sebastian and Simon Rogan's L'Enclume, before opening BiBi. The name is a term of endearment for grandmothers across India. The restaurant serves small, punchy Indian dishes in a sharing style, drawing on recipes from Sharma's travels across the subcontinent and refined...
Located inside the iconic Leadenhall Building in the heart of the City of London, Bob Bob Ricard City is famous for its signature “Press for Champagne” button at every table. The restaurant offers an elegant dining experience inspired by classic British and French cuisine, set in a beautifully designed space with polished service. Perfect for business lunches, client entertaining or...
Marc Summers' Bubala arrives at Kings Cross following the success of his Soho and Spitalfields restaurants. The space features high ceilings, large glass windows and an open kitchen, serving vibrant Middle Eastern small plates and sharing dishes with strong vegan and vegetarian options. The striking setting draws groups for everything from casual catch-ups to date nights, and welcomes dogs.
Adriana Cavita's debut restaurant on Wigmore Street brings authentic Mexican cooking inspired by her heritage and travels. The dining room features tacos, moles, ceviche and wood-grilled plates within rustic-chic interiors, an open kitchen and colourful ceramics, with private spaces and a mezcal bar below.
Built around fire, smoke and seriously good ingredients, Chelsea Grill is a neighbourhood restaurant where fire does the talking. Premium meat, fish and seafood are butchered, aged and grilled in-house, with provenance and quality at the heart of every plate. Designed for sharing and paired with a considered wine list, it’s all about simple, confident cooking done exceptionally well.
A fine dining establishment in St James's that has spent over three decades pioneering regional Indian cuisine. The restaurant's majestic dining room suits business meetings and special occasions, while the Pukka Bar anteroom offers cocktails and snacks with views onto the street. Private dining rooms provide elegant spaces for celebrations and corporate events.
Claro began in Tel Aviv and has brought its Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking to St James's, where it occupies a historic listed building. The restaurant champions seasonal British produce and bold, ingredient-led dishes from an open kitchen. Its private spaces work together for groups seeking elegant dining or adaptable event settings.
Chef Assaf Granit and Tom Dixon Studio have created a food and design playground where inventive Middle Eastern cooking is served at a long sleek counter or on the large terrace. The restaurant spans three floors of the Coal Office building in Kings Cross, with private dining spaces upstairs offering views over the area. Dishes are designed for sharing, and...
This summer, Broadwick Soho's rooftop, Flute, is transformed by an exclusive residency with Marrakech's iconic El Fenn. From 25 June to 31 August, the Soho skyline meets the vibrant spirit of Morocco in a bold takeover that blends maximalist design, relaxed rooftop energy and destination-worthy dining. Inspired by El Fenn's legendary terrace, the space is reimagined with striking stripes, glowing...
Elliot's brings natural-wine energy and wood-fired comfort to East London. The cooking is produce-first, championing growers, fishers and farmers across the UK and Europe. Designed by Hesselbrand, the space is considered in every detail: a curved bar, light-filled dining framed by timber windows and glass doors, and an intimate dining room suited to date nights. Low-intervention pours and high-flavour plates...
Fenix is a contemporary Greek-Mediterranean restaurant inspired by the Cyclades, serving modern Aegean dishes designed for sharing: Athenian Tartare, Langoustine Orzo, Wagyu Stifado and a refined take on moussaka. Cocktails channel the spirit of the Greek Isles, moving from early evening drinks into late-night energy. The space centres on an open kitchen and sculptural interiors that capture island life, blending...
A British steakhouse in Covent Garden housed in what was once London's largest brewery, serving prime cuts of beef and seafood alongside a celebrated Sunday roast. The setting is stylish with a cocktail bar, and the spaces work well for groups seeking anything from a business lunch to a pre-theatre dinner.
Hide is Josh Angus's restaurant at 85 Piccadilly, overlooking Green Park, serving contemporary British cooking with an in-house bakery and a wine list of over 6,000 positions from Hedonism Wines. Private dining runs from intimate dinners for two to corporate lunches for 80: the Hide & Seek rooms upstairs (up to 24, or 12 each), The Nest and the semi-exclusive...
Hoppers brings its Sri Lankan brand to East London, housed in the iconic Tea Building. The menu balances signature Lankan dishes with regional South Indian cooking inspired by Chennai, Madurai and Bangalore, from dosas and biryanis to curries and hoppers. Interiors draw on South Indian homes, marrying street-food energy with a vibrant, contemporary dining room.
Hoppers at Kings Cross draws inspiration from the coastal journey between Colombo in Sri Lanka and the Dutch town of Galle. The striking contemporary space centres on a vibrant cocktail bar serving drinks, bar snacks and short eats, with a large terrace alongside. Its relaxed atmosphere and flexible spaces make it well suited to group gatherings.
Decant Group is a London-based premium wine and spirits company built around a portfolio of specialist “Houses” that span investment, retail, storage and curated experiences. They operate distinctive brands - from House of Decant, a curated fine wine and spirits retailer, to Decant Index, a digital marketplace for collectors and investors. At their flagship 105 Piccadilly Mayfair location, Decant Group...
Ibai is a Basque restaurant built around fire and premium produce, with large-format Galician beef at its heart, cooked simply to let quality speak. The menu extends to seafood and seasonal dishes rooted in restraint and ingredient-led cooking. Housed in a converted industrial space in Farringdon, the restaurant centres on an open kitchen and charcoal grill, generating the high-energy atmosphere...
Isabel is a glamorous, design-led restaurant and late-night bar on Albemarle Street in Mayfair, with silk jacquard wall panels by Johanna Ortiz and hand-painted de Gournay wallpaper. Menus are broadly modern European with Latin-inspired flavours and seasonal ingredients, served as canapés or full sit-down meals, alongside an extensive wine list and seasonal cocktails; the downstairs Dragon Room hosts private dining...
On the 15th floor of art'otel at Battersea Power Station, JOIA serves modern Portuguese cuisine by two-Michelin-starred chef Henrique Sá Pessoa, with a focus on seafood, fish and rice. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the art-inspired dining room with natural light and frame views across the Power Station chimneys. The restaurant takes group dinners and exclusive hire for up to 87 seated...
Kinkally reinterprets Georgian cuisine through a contemporary lens, building its menu around bold, seasonal small plates designed for sharing. The restaurant draws on centuries-old culinary traditions from Georgia, layered with influences from Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Minimalist design pairs with a cosy atmosphere to complement the ingredient-led cooking. After dinner, descend to Bar Kinky, an intimate subterranean cocktail...
Kudu is a Marylebone restaurant built on beautiful design, sleek counters and warm colours, with South African soul running through a menu of European dishes given bold flavours. The cult Kudu bread is worth the visit alone. It suits stylish dinners, long lunches and wine-led evenings, whether you're at the counter watching the chefs, at a high table catching the...
Lasdun is the second venture from the team behind The Marksman, one of East London's most frequented and famed neighbourhood pubs. Lasdun at The National Theatre on the South Bank is quite a change from the original pub, offering a striking restaurant dining room serving serving British brasserie-style dishes and a marble bar offering signature martinis and other curated cocktails...
The beautiful Lita brings contemporary bistro dining to Marylebone with a focus on produce-driven, seasonal menus that celebrate flavours of the southern Mediterranean. The frequently changing menu focuses on meat and fish, accompanied by wines from a selection of small, biodynamic producers. Expect a stunning space designed in a warm, earthy colour palette, complete with an open kitchen and sidewalk...
Los Mochis City brings together the vibrancy of Mexico and the precision of Japanese cuisine in one of the City’s most striking rooftop settings. High in the sky, the space blends a buzzing beautiful restaurant, sushi counter, agaveria lounge and panoramic rooftop terrace with sweeping views stretching across London. The menu is designed for sharing, spanning fresh sashimi, ceviches, tiraditos...
In the heart of Clerkenwell, Luca blends refined Italian cooking with beautiful, considered design. Led by a modern Italian philosophy, the menu showcases exceptional British produce through an Italian lens - delivering elegant, seasonal dishes with real depth and precision. The space is just as compelling. A beautiful dining room sits alongside a marble-topped bar and open kitchen, while a...
Mare Street Market is a vibrant emporium offering all day dining, wine, coffee, cocktails and music in a unique destination. Tucked into the heart of East London, creativity, culture and community come together under one roof, with equal parts neighbourhood hangout and curated experience on offer. Discover a handpicked mix of independent vendors, from a delicious deli to a coffee...
Mare Street Market comes to King's Cross following its success in London Fields. Expect a beautiful, bold destination designed with large glass windows, high ceilings, a delicious all-day menu and a large terrace. As well as two restaurants and an on-site deli, Mare Street Market curates retail and experiences through an on-site tattoo studio, jeweller, barber, bookshop, karaoke room, photo...
Mareida is a journey into the flavours of Chile’s distinctive and diverse landscape. Inspired by the travesías of Amereida, the striking restaurant delivers a menu shaped by unique ingredients, creative culture and the spirit of the Andean South. Tags: south american, latin american, date night, impress a client, double date, girls night, catch up with friends, stylish, sleek, low lit...
MIKO Mei Fair brings a contemporary perspective to Thai cooking, balancing vibrant flavours with quiet precision. Led by Chef Soonthorn Apaipat, the menu draws inspiration from all overThailand, weaving together the heat of Isaan, the richness of the South and the refinement of Central Thai cuisine. Fire plays a defining role, with robata-grilled dishes adding depth and intensity to a...
An intimate 20-seat Japanese hand roll bar where traditional Japanese craftsmanship meets the finest seasonal British seafood and produce. Every temaki is prepared fresh to order at the counter, creating an immersive dining experience centred around quality, precision and simplicity. Alongside signature hand rolls, the menu features refined small plates, bowls and carefully curated cocktails. Hidden at the back, EKI...
A contemporary Japanese restaurant and bar in Shoreditch, inspired by the vibrant spirit of Tokyo's neighbourhood izakayas. Focusing on authentic robata charcoal grilling and signature kamameshi rice dishes, alongside sushi, sashimi and Japanese-inspired drinks.
Morchella is a relaxed restaurant and wine bar just off Exmouth Market in a former bank. It serves a modern take on classical Mediterranean dishes as sharing plates, using seasonal produce from artisanal Mediterranean suppliers and British day boats and farms, with an old world wine list. The private dining room seats up to 18, the wine bar can be...
Mr Porter blends a beautiful steakhouse with a high-energy cocktail bar and lounge. Prime cuts, refined seafood, vegetable-forward dishes and shareable plates are paired with inventive cocktails and an extensive wine list. From dinner through late night, curated music and DJ sets shape the atmosphere, creating a stunning space for dining, drinks and social gatherings in the heart of Mayfair...
A slice of Greece in South Kensington. Myrtos transports you through the classics of Greek cooking, presented with a fresh perspective that remains true to the essence of the Ionian, in a beautiful light-filled space.
Napoli on the Road lands on Wardour Street, with a striking two-floor space Expect a minimalist, design-led setting featuring stone pizza ovens and bold fixtures. Signature world-class Neapolitan pizzas and an à la carte menu will be served alongside London’s first-ever pizza tasting menu - a refined, multi-course journey that treats pizza as fine dining. Bold, modern and quietly revolutionary...
The team behind Zephyr and Bottarga bring a stunning new Italian concept to Marylebone. Expect sublime pasta, sultry corners, leopard print walls and candles adorning every table. The crowd is chic, the vibe is electric and the beautiful mirrored bar will want you lingering over a cocktail till late. Tip: save room for the Lemon Meringue Semi-Freddo dessert extravaganza. Tags...
Nestled discreetly on the corner of Portman Square, Nobu Bar brings late-night energy to Marylebone. Designed by David Collins Studio, the space features deep tones, intimate corners, leather seating and low lighting. The perfect setting for specialist cocktails and timeless classics. With over two decades of expertise behind the bar, Nobu delivers innovative flavour pairings alongside an authentic Izakaya experience...
Nobu Hotel Portman Square brings the brand’s signature Japanese style and cuisine to Marylebone. Home to Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s globally renowned Japanese-Peruvian cuisine, the restaurant pairs an elegant, contemporary dining room with a sushi counter and a menu built around iconic signature dishes, from Black Miso Cod to expertly crafted sushi and sashimi. A destination for both business lunches and...
A striking seafood spot with a chrome edge, Noisy Oyster brings a fresh, modern take on the classic fish restaurant. Expect counter-style dining, and a menu that celebrates the best of the day’s catch - from oysters and ceviche to grilled whole fish and crispy soft-shell crab. The interiors are stripped back, the vibe is buzzy with music and chatter...
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