Restaurant Reviews

The Langham Hotel, 1c Portland Place, Regent Street, London W1B 1JA

The original Sale e Pepe has been around for over 50 years and this follow- up takes things in a slightly different direction. Now run by the sme people behind Los Mochis, this outpost is inside the Langham hotel and has more of a focus on seafood. It's a highly glamorous restaurant and you can expect plenty of tableside theatre here too.

320 Kentish Town Road, London NW5 2TH

This is the fourth Med Salleh, bringing its bold Malaysian street food to a cosy 30-cover space. The menu centres on their signature claypot rice, alongside dishes like Penang char kuey teow, Hainanese chicken rice and Ipoh hor fun. Expect nostalgic flavours, street snacks, nasi lemak with beef rendang and playful desserts like Milo & Horlicks tiramisu.

141-145 Westbourne Grove, London W11 2RR

After 20 years, Taqueria in Notting Hill relaunched as Taq, with a little help from Jackson Boxer (of nearby Orasay). The menu went back to a more authentic approach to Mexican tacos, tostadas and quesadillas as well as some excellent blackboard specials.

100 Strand, London WC2R 0EW

One of London's best restaurateurs has brought one of London's classic restaurants back to its prime. Under Jeremy King, Simpson's is now as good as it ever was and the roast beef trolleys remain a big draw. There are two restaurants here, the main Grand Divan and the more affordable Romano's. You'll also find two bar, Simpson's Bar and Nellie's Tavern in the basement, which has a very handy late licence.