Want to have your finger on the pulse of what's new in the London restaurant scene? Enjoy keeping one step ahead of friends and colleagues on where's going to be the next must-try new place to eat?
This is where you'll find constantly updated news and gossip on what gastronomic delights are heading our way as we take you through the best new London restaurants coming to the capital.
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In a nutshell: Modern Greek street food in Tooting Market
Where is it? 21-23 Tooting High St, London SW17 0SN
Why should you care? The Athenian has been quietly expanding across London and this will be its sixth site in the capital. It’s all about simple, fresh Greek food made with quality ingredients, with a particular focus on souvlaki. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 23 July 2018
In a nutshell: Kentish Town steakhouse sets up shop in Shoreditch
Where is it? 33 Downham Rd, De Beauvoir Town, London N1 5AA
Why should you care? Popular neighbourhood steakhouse Beef & Brew are expanding - taking their well-priced steaks and wide range of beers to Haggerston. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 23 July 2018
In a nutshell: Adam Handling's East London restaurant moves
Where is it? 45-47 Hoxton Square, London N1 6NU
Why should you care? Adam Handling's empire is expanding still further. Hard on the heels of the news that he'll be running the food side of things at the Belmond Cadogan Hotel, his first restaurant Frog E1 is upping sticks and moving to Hoxton. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 24 July 2018
In a nutshell: Covent Garden wine bar focusing on female winemakers
Where is it? 16 Maiden Lane, London, WC2E 7NJ
Why should you care? Taking over the space where Encant was, Lady of the Grapes will be a wine bar, shop and restaurant focusing on wines created by female winemakers and will food by restaurateur Victor Garvey. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 25 July 2018
In a nutshell: Ramen and gyoza in Stratford
Where is it? Unit 1, Endevour Square, International Quarter, Stratford, London, E20 1JN
Why should you care? The ever-popular Tonkotsu are expanding again, with their eighth London site scheduled for Stratford this at the end of July. Expect the usual signature homemade noodle ramen, gyoza and Japanese sides, alongside a selection of craft beer, sake and cocktails. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 28 July 2018
In a nutshell: Kosher all day grand cafe for Belsize Park
Where is it? 196 Haverstock Hill, London NW3 2AG
Why should you care? Featuring the former Head Chef of Bob Bob Ricard in the kitchen, North London's new Kosher restaurant is aiming for a European grand cafe style of dining in leafy Belsize Park. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 29 July 2018
In a nutshell: Asian-style burgers with a health slant
Where is it? 1B Southwark Street, London SE1 1RQ
Why should you care? Yen Nguyen is brings her East-meets-West burger chain idea to life, featuring ingredients like shiso, edamame and kimchi on gluten-free buns from Bread Ahead. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Clapham pizzeria with impeccable sourcing
Where is it? 148 Northcote Road, London, SW11 6RD
Why should you care? When a former Natoora director opens his own south London pizzeria, you'd better expect every ingredient to have been impeccably sourced. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Le Bab team take kebabs to the next level
Where is it? Mercers Walk, Covent Garden
Why should you care? Featuring a hidden away chef's table for 10, the new restaurant from the team behind Le Bab promises to be quite the experience. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Popular izakaya supersized
Where is it? 32 Berners Street, London W1T 3LR
Why should you care? Covent Garden's Flesh & Buns is opening a second restaurant just north of Oxford Street and this one's going to be huge with more of a Peruvian Nikkei vibe going on as well as the old izakaya favourites. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Bakery and wine bar from the Gunpowder team
Where is it? 4 Duchess Walk, SE1 2SD
Why should you care? One Tower Bridge development continues to get interesting new openings. The latest is Custard which will be a bakery by day serving up Bombay sandwiches and soft serve custard, and a wine bar in the evening. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Calcutta supperclub goes permanent.
Where is it? 51-53 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JU
Why should you care? Little Kolkata has been a successful supperclub specialising in Bengali cuisine. Now they're settling down with a permanent restaurant in Covent Garden with a bigger menu, new dishes and more. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Ex Loo turns Spanish restaurant in Bethnal Green.
Where is it? Museum Gardens, Cambridge Heath Road, London, E2 9PA
Why should you care? Expect Spanish beach-bar vibes as well as an impressive rooftop space from Chiringuito in Bethnal Green. And big Gin Tonics too, of course. All in what used to be a public loo. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Pitta bread restaurant hits Carnaby
Where is it? 4 Newburgh St, Carnaby, London W1F 7RF
Why should you care? Promising a new take on the kebab, this pitta restaurant will feature sweet and savoury filled pitta breads as well as serving up Greek beers and wines. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Beer and pizza, Belsize Park-style
Where is it? 94 Haverstock Hill, London NW3 2BD
Why should you care? Whether you’re after brunch, lunch, pizza or charcuterie, the Belrose should have you covered. And while you wait for your food, you may as well quaff a pint of their homemade IPA in their south-facing beer garden… Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? July 2018
In a nutshell: Nordic food for Borough
Where is it? 180 Borough High St, London SE1 1LB
Why should you care? Workspace pioneers FORA who've worked with Stevie Parle at Palatino in Clerkenwell, are teaming up with restaurateur Soren Jessen for their next opening in Borough. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 7 August 2018
In a nutshell: Kebabs in Islington
Where is it? 189 Upper St, London N1 1RQ
Why should you care? They already have a kebab restaurant in Battersea, and now they're coming to Islington's Upper Street. BabaBoom will be serving up all their favourite kebabs with meat and vegetables cooked over coal and some cracking Middle Easter sides too. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? August 2018
In a nutshell: The popular Indian goes south of the river
Where is it? One Tower Bridge, 4 Crown Square, London SE1 2SE
Why should you care? The team behind Gunpowder, Madame D and Gul & Sepoy bring their latest to Tower Bridge. And there will be a bakery/wine bar too. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? August 2018
In a nutshell: Healthy, wholesome grub for City folk
Where is it? 24-32 King William Street, London EC4R 9AT
Why should you care? If you secretly, or not so secretly just bloody love a good health food fad, then the new Farmer J’s the place for you, with an expanded menu that's as nutritious as it is on-trend. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? August 2018
In a nutshell: Filipino “dirty" ice cream in Chinatown
Where is it? 32 Newport Court, London WC2H 7PQ
Why should you care? This will be the second site for Mamasons, with the previous one opening in Kentish Town in 2017. If you’ve not been or are unfamiliar with the concept of Filipino “dirty" ice cream, it’s basically the nickname used to describe ice cream made in a steel drum with ice and salt in the hawker markets of Manila. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? August 2018
In a nutshell: Sparkling wines in Covent Garden
Where is it? 26 Wellington St, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7DD
Why should you care? With a wine merchants business and a stall on the South Bank under their belt, Grays and Feather are getting ready to open their first wine bar. And it's all devoted to sparkling wines. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? August 2018
In a nutshell: A Wong's City restaurant
Where is it? Bloomberg Arcade, London EC4N 8AR
Why should you care? For his second restaurant Wong is planning his own take on classic Chinese dishes. The city space will seat over 120, with a separate bar and private event space but we're particularly excited about the Chinese Sunday roast that's coming. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? September 2018
In a nutshell: Retro dining above Oxford Street
Where is it? Centre Point Bridge Link, 101-103 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1DD
Why should you care? If you've got a soft spot for the good old days, then head to VIVI where you can enjoy your chicken a la king in London landmark Centre Point with Vivi. Just head to the bridge link, and look for the PlayPlax inspired lights... Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? September 2018
Kerridge's Bar & Grill at the Corinthia
In a nutshell: Tom Kerridge does London
Where is it? Whitehall Pl, Westminster, London SW1A 2BD
Why should you care? His Buckinghamshire pub was the first pub to win two Michelin stars. Now Tom Kerridge is bringing some of that magic to London for his first restaurant in the city. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? September 2018
In a nutshell: Luxury tea house comes to London
Where is it? 38 King St, London WC2E 8JS
Why should you care? France's oldest tea emporium has been operating in Paris since 1854. Now legendary tea company Mariage Frères is coming to London. They'll be offering up five storeys of tea-based wonder in Covent Garden. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? September 2018
In a nutshell: Indian small plates go west
Where is it? Television Centre, 89 Wood Lane, W12 8FA
Why should you care? They may have finished in Brixton but the people behind Soho's Kricket are going west to White City with their latest Indian small plates restaurant. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? September 2018
In a nutshell: US celebrity burger chain
Where is it? James Street, London WC2E
Why should you care?Is London ready for another US burger invasion. The brothers behind Wahlburgers certainly think so as they have their sights set on Covent Garden for the first in a probable UK expansion of their burger brand. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? September 2018
In a nutshell: Michelin-starred Indian chef goes solo
Where is it? 1 Wilbraham Place, London, SW1X 9AE
Why should you care? Chef Peter Joseph has run the kitchen at Michelin-starred Tamarind for a decade. Now he's going it alone with a restaurant where he'll be using British seasonal ingredients and serving up progressive Indian food. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? September 2018
In a nutshell: Michel Roux Jr's daughter, Emily Roux's restaurant with her husband Diego Ferrari.
Where is it? 209 Westbourne Park Road, London W11 1EA
Why should you care? Emily Roux is teaming up with her husband, Diego Ferrari - former Head Chef at Le Gavroche. They'll be running CaracteĚre, a restaurant that's part French, part Italian in Notting Hill. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? October 2018
In a nutshell: Top tapas in King's Cross
Where is it? Coal Drops Yard, King's Cross
Why should you care? They're viewed as being some of the best Spanish restaurants in London and now Barriafina are coming to the new Coal Drops Yard area in King's Cross. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? October 2018
Fortnum and Mason at The Royal Exchange
In a nutshell: Iconic food store expands to the City
Where is it? The Royal Exchange, Bank, London EC3V 3LR
Why should you care? London's iconic food store, Fortnum & Mason will be opening in two spots in The Royal Exchange in the City - with a food hall and a restaurant and bar space. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? October 2018
In a nutshell: Vegetarian and vegan food from the experts
Where is it? 87 Allitsen Rd, London NW8 7AS
Why should you care? Given they’ve been in business since the 80s, it’s no surprise The Gate know a thing or two about veggie and vegan cooking. Now they’re taking their plant-based knowhow to St John's Wood, with a new restaurant that’ll have brunch, lunch and a newly extended menu. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? October 2018
In a nutshell: Taiwanese steamed bun powerhouse comes to London
Where is it? Covent garden and Centre Point
Why should you care?The hugely popular Taiwanese dumpling restaurant is coming to London with steamed soup dumplings and lots more... Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? October 2018
In a nutshell: A sixth branch of the popular tapas chain with views over the river Thames
Where is it? Unit 25, Battersea Power Station, 25 Circus Road West, SW11 8NN
Why should you care?Marking the 30th anniversary of Brindisa, the latest outpost will be part of the Battersea Power Station development. Aside from the spectacular setting and views, we can expect the usual impeccably-sourced Spanish produce, plus a dedicated cheese and charcuterie bar. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? October 2018
Gizzi Erskine at Mare St Market
In a nutshell: Famed chef Gizzi settles down in Hackney.
Where is it? 115 Mare St, London E8 4RT
Why should you care? After pop-ups, residencies, collaborations and much more, popular chef Gizzi Erskine is finally settling down with her own restaurant in the new Mare Street Market. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
In a nutshell: Experimental Indian restaurant comes to London
Where is it? 8 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4BP
Why should you care? Fancy a deconstructed shepherd's pie or a masala scotch egg? Then the London outpost of Farzi Cafe is for you. They're already big in India and now the restaurant with its experimental Indian cooking is coming to London. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
In a nutshell: Blackstock Road gets a Mediterranean cafe with British influences
Where is it? 178 - 184 Blackstock Rd, Highbury, London N5 1HA
Why should you care? Three times Time Out neighbourhood cafe winner Beam is coming to Blackstock Road with its quality weekend brunches and a dedicated evening menu. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
In a nutshell: US chicken wing chain launches in London
Where is it? 138-140 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D 7EA
Why should you care? With 1000 restaurants all over the world it was only a matter of time before chicken wing specialists Wingstop set their sights on London. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
In a nutshell: Scandi smokehouse with a new healthy edge comes to Soho.
Where is it? Soho - address TBC
Why should you care? Rök - which literally means ‘smoked’ - are known for their meats and seafood, so we’re very curious to sample their new health-conscious menu for Soho, which is laden with home-pickled treats, plant-focused dishes and something called a drinking vinegar... Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
Vapiano Centre Point, One Tower Bridge and Cabot Square
In a nutshell: Serve yourself Italian
Where is it? Centre Point, One Tower Bridge and Cabot Square
Why should you care? This popular Italian casual chain is expanding with three key openings set for the west end, riverside and Canary Wharf areas. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
The Mediterranean Vintry Kitchen
In a nutshell: Med and British dining in an independent hotel
Where is it? 19-20 Garlick Hill, London EC4V 2AU
Why should you care? Those who are fans of South Kensington’s The Ampersand will want to make a note of this one - the City's newest hotel Vintry & Mercer boasts multiple places to eat and drink, including a rooftop restaurant where you can enjoy the view along with your charcoal-grilled meal. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
In a nutshell: Trendy seasonal dining, very photo friendly...
Where is it? 3-4 Eccleston Yard, London SW1W 9AZ
Why should you care? Tart London made a name for themselves catering to huge brands. Now they’re taking things up a notch with their first venue, which on top of having an airy, all-day restaurant with a range of healthy, and not-so-healthy options, will have a photography studio, an event space for 350 and a retail space... Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Summer 2018
In a nutshell: Temakaria brings Japanese-Brazilian fusion to Tower Bridge
Where is it? 1 Tower Bridge Road, Tower Bridge, London SE1 2AA
Why should you care? A Brazilian-Japanese fusion restaurant chain founded in Italy is expanding, opening its second London restaurant at the new One Tower Bridge development. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? Mid 2018
In a nutshell: Wine, cocktails, and modern European plates in Dalston
Where is it? 41 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 2JS
Why should you care? This is the first solo project from Charlotte Wilde, following her departure from Sager + Wilde, which she co-founded with Michael Sager. Other than a wine list designed by Charlotte, she’s pulled in a great team including Tom Soden (Nine Lives) in charge of cocktails and Dan Wilson (Dandy) in the kitchen. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? Autumn 2018
In a nutshell: "Press for Champagne" in the city
Where is it? 122 Leadenhall Street, EC3V
Why should you care? This is the next restaurant from the people behind Bob Bob Ricard and it promises to be just as opulent, with plenty of booths, special private rooms and it even has a mini sushi restaurant inside. PLUS those "press for Champagne" buttons on every table. Plus it'll have Eric Chavot in charge of the food. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Autumn 2018
In a nutshell: High end sushi
Where is it? White City House Television Centre, 101 Wood Lane, London, W12 7FR
Why should you care? The former executive sushi chef at Zuma is opening a tiny sushi restaurant in the Television Centre at White City development. With just 15 seats expect this to be a restaurant booking to boast about. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? Autumn 2018
In a nutshell: Roast meat in Fitzrovia
Where is it? Address TBC
Why should you care?Roast Kitchen is a more laid-back version of the Roast restaurant that's been very popular in Borough Market for over a decade. Expect roast meats to be a big thing... Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? Autumn 2018
Adam Handling at Belmond Cadogan Hotel London
In a nutshell: Adam Handling takes on the food side of things at Belmond's flagship London hotel
Where is it? 75 Sloane Street, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 9SG
Why should you care? From Shoreditch to Sloane Street, Adam Handling's rise has been meteoric. At their English countryside hotel Le Manoir Belmond picked Raymond Blanc, now they're putting all their resources behind Handling at their flagship Knightsbridge hotel. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Autumn 2018
In a nutshell: Wood-fired food from a former Murano chef
Where is it? Central London, TBC
Why should you care?Pip Lacey, the former head chef at Murano (and who you may also know from 2017’s Great British Menu) is the brains behind Hicce, a new restaurant with wood-fired food that'll be brimming with British flavours via Norway and Japan. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Autumn 2018
In a nutshell: 22 Monument Street, London EC3R 8AJ
Where is it? 112-114 Tooley St, London SE1 2TH
Why should you care? Istanbul bao purveyors BunCo are bringing their take on the bao craze to London, promising non-traditional fillings. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? Late 2018
In a nutshell: Steak for a tenner in London Bridge
Where is it? 112-114 Tooley St, London SE1 2TH
Why should you care? Popular steak chain Flat Iron are opening their sixxth steakhouse. The Tooley Street restaurant will have a indoor garden theme. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: Salt Bae comes to London
Where is it? The Park Tower Knightsbridge, 101 Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7RN
Why should you care? "Salt Bae" was briefly very famous indeed as his steak salt spreading antics went viral in 2016. Now he's bringing that steak empire to London. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: NYC dumplings in London.
Where is it? 9 Russell Street, London WC2B 5HZ
Why should you care? The people behind Pac Man dumplings are coming to London. Expect a modern take on Chinese dim sum with a few NYC influences too. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: Asian fusion on the balcony
Where is it? The Opera Terrace Covent Garden, The Piazza, London WC2E 8RF
Why should you care? Sushisamba are taking over the Opera Terrace at Covent Garden- expect the same mix of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian food as the original (and a big bar too). Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: Abba dinner theatre heading to London
Where is it? Waterloo
Why should you care? There are plans afoot to bring the Abba dinner theatre experience to London - expect retsina, renditions and a lot of audience participation. Find out more
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: Affordable steak in King's Cross
Where is it? 47-51 Caledonian Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9BU
Why should you care? Flat Iron have an avid following around town, with their signature flat iron steaks being one of the best deals in town. This sees them opening in King's Cross. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: Pop Brixton, but in Woolwich
Where is it? Woolwich Town Centre
Why should you care? If you're a fan of Pop Brixton, then this news will definitely be of interest. The man behind that success story, Carl Turner, has turned his sights on Woolwich where he plans to open a follow-up Wool Yard. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: Quique Dacosta does paella
Where is it? 116-128 Oxford Street, London W1D 1LT
Why should you care? Multiple Michelin-starred Quique Dacosta is coming to the UK. With help from the people behind Iberica, this restaurant will have heaps of traditional paella to sample. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: Barcelona beach restaurant comes to Shoreditch
Where is it? Shoreditch Village
Why should you care? The Barcelona beach restaurant Mamarosa migrates to the new Shoreditch Village space. Expect a mix of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine (but no beach views). Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2018
In a nutshell: As it says, Jamie Oliver is opening a pub.
Where is it?The Fish & Coal Building, Granary Square
Why should you care? This is Jamie Oliver's next big thing - a canalside pub in King's Cross. The pub will have a roof conservatory and outdoor roof terrace overlooking the Canal while upstairs will be a “creative centre” for the Jamie's empire and there will be a restaurant on the lower level arches. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2018 (TBC)
In a nutshell: Thameside restaurant in the new Riverside Studios development
Where is it? 120 Fenchurch St, London EC3M 5BA
Why should you care? The prolific D&D restaurant group (who own Blueprint Cafe, German Gymnasium, Quaglinos and more) are gearing up for their next opening. The restaurant will be near the top of a big new building on Fenchurch St. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? Spring 2019
In a nutshell: Thameside restaurant in the new Riverside Studios development
Where is it? 101 Queen Caroline Street, London W6 9BN
Why should you care? West London restaurateur Sam Harrison is back with a destination riverfront restaurant by Hammersmith Bridge which is part of the multimillion Riverside Studios redevelopment. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2019
In a nutshell: Robert DeNiro's hosting.
Where is it? Covent Garden
Why should you care? Robert DeNiro is becoming a London hotelier, opening this big new hotel in Covent Garden. And it will have two restaurants alongside a deli/cafe. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2019
In a nutshell: Italian worldwide phenomenon
Where is it?135 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3YD
Why should you care? The Italian food and wine marketplace confirms their first London opening will be in the heart of the City at Broadgate. Find out more.
When can you try it for yourself? 2019
Rumours
Other upcoming London restaurant openings and rumours
- The famed Gary Usher could finally be opening in London.
- Corbin and King are coming to St John's Wood in late 2019.
- Blacklock are looking to open a new site in Shoreditch, taking over the space that was Rivington Grill
- Tom Sellers is apparently considering opening a new restaurant called 13.
- The people behind The Dairy are looking for a central London site.
- Apparently Simon Parker-Bowles is getting ready to relaunch Greens.
- Elizabeth Haigh, previously head chef at Pidgin, is opening her own place Shibui in 2018.
- Russell Norman's Mishkin's is apparently making a comeback, this time coming to a space near Bank station.
- When it opens, the Trellis skyscraper will have London's highest restaurant.
- The Caprice group are planning a new restaurant on 8-10 North Audley Street.
- Where stil waiting to hear what Fatty Crab has planned for London.
- The old US embassy in Mayfair is going to be revamped into a new luxury hotel and restaurant.
- Arbutus is planning to open in a new location.
- Jose Pizarro is apparently opening another restaurant called Isabella, according to the Times.
- Peruvian chef Gaston Acurio, previously at Astrid Y Gaston, is looking to bring a new restaurant to London similar to Le Mar.
- San Francisco's Tartine will be coming to London as soon as they find a location.
- STK is said to be opening a second restaurant in Canary Wharf and another in the City.
- Andre Balazs has more or less confirmed that, following the huge success of Chiltern Firehouse, he'll be opening a Standard Hotel in London.
- Wolfgang Puck is planning to open a second restaurant at the Sugar Quay development project.
To find out which noteworthy establishments have just opened their doors, check out our recently-opened new restaurants in London page.
