Restaurant Reviews

80 Duke St, London W1K 6JG

This is the third Berenjak in London and, as you'd expect in the middle of Mayfair, it's their glammest opening yet. The food still has its focus on Persian cuisine, and while their kababs are a big draw, there's a lot more on the menu from stews to amazing breads and dips. There's also a sizable terrace here, one of the few in the immediate area.

14 Dean St, London W1D 3RS

Impala sees ex-Kiln head chef Meedu Saad opening a restaurant that he takes its incluences from grill restaurants in Cairo, crossed with Soho's vibrant food scene. Much of the food comes via the huge charcoal grill or the wood-fired oven, and a big focus is on provenance. With a vibe similar to Mountain (from the same restaurant group) this is a big Soho hit.

Tea Building, 56 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JJ

This is the fourth Hoppers, the restaurant that's best known for it's modern take on Sri Lankan cuisine. Opening in the Tea Building in Shoreditch, this Hoppers introduced South Indian dishes to the menu for the first time and you'll also see some south Indian inspiration in the decor. The hoppers remain a must-have, but the benne dosas here are a close second.

33 Old Jewry, London EC2V 8EY

This Japanese Izakaya restaurant comes from the same people who are behind Wild as well as Goodman, the City branch of which is just opposite this restaurant. Inside here you'll find a room dominated by a huge wraparound counter dining set up and a menu that features nigiri, sashimi, temaki and maki, but also sections for deep fried dishes, skewers, gohan rice bowls and more.