Restaurant Reviews

5 Pollen St, London W1S 1NE

Chez Rose sees Row on 5 chef Spencer Metzger taking over the space that used to be Little Social. Once again working with Jason Atherton (although Metzger leads the venture), the chef has created a boutique French bistro in the heart of Mayfair, with a menu full of classic dishes, delivered in style. Make sure to save space for the signature (and huge) soufflé.

6 Bedford St, London WC2E 9HZ

Zylia is a team-up between Nick Molyviatis (ex-Kiln head chef and co-owner of Singburi) and Barry Karacostas. Together, they've launched this taverna-style restaurant which takes its influences from both Greece and Cyprus while also focusing on charcoal cooking. Although attached to Arcade, it's a standalone restaurant and the entire menu is well worth working through, particularly the sheftalia and piles of chops.

10 Coulgate St, London SE4 2RW

Cantinera comes from the team of chefs Jake and Celia, who previously ran pop-ups as Codillos. Their permanent restaurant in Brockley combines ultra-seasonal ingredients with dishes inspired by Celia's Spanish and Mexican heritage. The menu changes regularly here, making it reward regular return visits.

374-378 Old Street, London EC1V 9LT

Tavern is inspired by the food of a classic British Tavern, although set within a more modern Shoreditch space. It comes from the same team behind Restaurant St Barts and here there's a British-influenced menu with a modern twist that ranges from wagyu tostadas to Old Spot pork chops.