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Time Out London Best 100 of 2016
Barrafina is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

1. Barrafina

9.0
10 Adelaide St, Covent Garden, Greater London
Spanish Restaurant · Charing Cross · 91 tips and reviews

Emma M.Emma McNiven: This branch has a charcoal grill, so expect delicious meat, fish & seafood. Melt-in-your-mouth lamb's kidneys and succulent suckling pig.

Counter Culture is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

2. Counter Culture

16 The Pavement, London, Greater London
Modern European Restaurant · Clapham Town · 3 tips and reviews
The Barbary is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

3. The Barbary

9.0
16 Neal's Yard, London, Greater London
African Restaurant · 88 tips and reviews

Ekaterina O.Ekaterina Obukhova: Amazing place. Recommend to have aubergine, hearts, beetroot, naan, cauliflower and chicken for the main! Goat is not too tender.

Som Saa is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

4. Som Saa

8.3
43A Commercial St, London, Greater London
Thai Restaurant · Spitalfields and Banglatown · 81 tips and reviews

Hummy R.Hummy Rashid: You must try the 'Nahm dtok pla thort' or whole deep fried seabass with roasted rice and isaan herbs. It is exceptional!

Hoppers is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

5. Hoppers

8.9
49 Frith St, London, Greater London
Sri Lankan Restaurant · Soho · 107 tips and reviews

Julia S.Julia Sandler: As good as they say! All of our dishes were absoluty packed with flavour! The bone marrow, egg hopper and lamb kothu roti were highlights!

Ceviche Soho is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

6. Ceviche Soho

17 Frith St, London, Greater London
Peruvian Restaurant · Soho · 220 tips and reviews

AgathaAgatha: Great food, ambience and above all really friendly hostess and staff (a novelty for London). Try the Don Ceviche, beef lomo saltado, tequenos, and for liquid dessert the choco toro mata.

Bao is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

7. Bao

8.7
53 Lexington St, Soho, Greater London
Taiwanese Restaurant · 159 tips and reviews

Onur A.Onur Avcı: Classic, confit pork, fried chicken, taiwanesen fried chicken with hot sauce and fried horlicks ice cream were delicious.

Rök is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

8. Rök

26 Curtain Road, London, Greater London
Scandinavian Restaurant · Hackney · 18 tips and reviews

snarklesnarkle: Incredibly delicious locally sourced British food with a nordic influence. Smoked, charred & pickled. Quail scotch egg, duck leg, charred broccoli & mash were fantastic. Wonderful service too.

Social Eating House is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

9. Social Eating House

8.5
58 Poland St, Soho, Greater London
English Restaurant · 119 tips and reviews

emma t.emma tangoren: the chef's table is an intimate experience- eight seats around a bar overlooking the kitchen. you don't want to miss this delicious opportunity!!

ROKA is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

10. ROKA

8.9
37 Charlotte St (Percy St), London, Greater London
Japanese Restaurant · Fitzrovia · 273 tips and reviews

Mike L.Mike Lundgren: The Black Cod is amazing. Also the yellow fin sashimi starter (sliced so thin you could read through it).

The Manor is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

11. The Manor

148 Clapham Manor St, Clapham, Bedford
Bistro · 14 tips and reviews

Olivia B.Olivia Bradbrook: The tasting menu was unbelievably good. Fantastic in-season ingredients and delicious wine!

Lyle's is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

12. Lyle's

8.1
56 Shoreditch High St, London, Greater London
English Restaurant · Shoreditch · 65 tips and reviews

Rylan H.Rylan Holey: I highly recommend this East London fine dining experience. The menu changes daily and is full of surprises - including a few courses that aren't advertised. Perfect for a special occasion.

Uchi is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

13. Uchi

8.8
144 Clarence Rd, London, Greater London
Japanese Restaurant · Hackney · 12 tips and reviews
Native is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

14. Native

3 Neal's Yard, Covent Garden
Restaurant · Holborn and Covent Garden · 2 tips and reviews
Legs is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

15. Legs

120-122 Morning Ln, Hackney, Greater London
Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Ivan G.Ivan Garin: Every day, new tapas. Good wine list

Chick 'n' Sours is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

16. Chick 'n' Sours

8.6
390 Kingsland Rd, London, Greater London
Fried Chicken Joint · Hackney · 44 tips and reviews

Tarryn B.Tarryn Blackwood: This place is the fucking bomb. Better than nearby clutch, the chicken wings and bun are ON POINT.

Salut! is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

17. Salut!

8.0
412 Essex Rd, London, Greater London
Modern European Restaurant · Canonbury · 12 tips and reviews
Gunpowder is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

18. Gunpowder

8.8
11 White's Row, London, Greater London
Indian Restaurant · Spitalfields and Banglatown · 64 tips and reviews

Mike D.Mike Dove: Excellent Indian food, advise to book as its busy. Try everything the flavours are amazing.

Bocca Di Lupo is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

19. Bocca Di Lupo

8.6
12 Archer St, Soho, Greater London
Italian Restaurant · 142 tips and reviews

Pete M.Pete Marcus: Gorgeous Italian tapas. You'll need 2-3 small plates each. Cuttlefish risotto is highly, highly recommended.

Snaps and Rye is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

20. Snaps and Rye

93 Golborne Rd, London, Greater London
Scandinavian Restaurant · Golborne · 31 tips and reviews

Dolapo F.Dolapo Falola: tasty smørrebrød. you might want three of them if you're american.

Chiltern Firehouse is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

21. Chiltern Firehouse

9.0
1 Chiltern St, London, Greater London
Modern European Restaurant · Marylebone · 292 tips and reviews

RobertaRoberta: Great modern take on american food, Slow drink Service at vip bar, too many paparazzis in the front, celebs inside & lindsay lohan taking selfies in the bathroom. Worth the hype! Book in advance.

Hawksmoor Seven Dials is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

22. Hawksmoor Seven Dials

9.1
11 Langley St, London, Greater London
Steakhouse · City of Westminster · 323 tips and reviews

Adam B.Adam Burrows: The Navy strength Gimlet is the perfect aperitif, will set you up nicely for the steak. (Don't miss the ribs for starter).

Hutong is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

23. Hutong

7.1
31 St. Thomas St (33th Fl.), London, Greater London
Chinese Restaurant · Bermondsey · 68 tips and reviews

Trang B.Trang Binny: Best roasted duck in London I must say. The duck will be carve in your table. The skin is super crispy and the meat is juicy and delicious. The bun is very good too. I'm highly recommend this place.

The Palomar is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

24. The Palomar

8.8
34 Rupert St, London, Greater London
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Chinatown · 132 tips and reviews

Jenya S.Jenya S: Smaller than the original one in Jerusalem, but the quality is just as good. Small sharing plates. Try Octo-hummous, beef tataki, butternut squash risotto, kubaneh, pork-belly. Polenta is a must!

Padella is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

25. Padella

9.2
6 Southwark St (at Bedale St), London, Greater London
Italian Restaurant · Southwark · 161 tips and reviews

Shannon L.Shannon Low: Delicious handmade pasta. Beef shin ragu and smoked eel pastas recommended. Great burrata. Good Merlot on tap. All reasonably priced.

Dinings is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

26. Dinings

9.0
22 Harcourt St, City of Westminster, Greater London
Japanese Restaurant · 99 tips and reviews

Susan L.Susan Loh: mind blowing prices but very fresh and creative. can't go wrong with rolls or sushi, and it's worth splurging for the wagyu foie.

The Good Egg is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

27. The Good Egg

8.6
93 Church St, Stoke Newington, Greater London
Breakfast Spot · Hackney · 34 tips and reviews

Fiona M.Fiona McLaren: Book in advance for weekend brunch. Delicious aubergine pitta, fried cornbread slices and apple pastry. Can't wait to eat my way through more of the menu.

10 Greek Street is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

28. 10 Greek Street

8.4
10 Greek St (Bateman St), Soho, Greater London
Modern European Restaurant · Soho, London, Greater London · 88 tips and reviews
Artusi is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

29. Artusi

9.0
161 Bellenden Rd, London, Greater London
Italian Restaurant · Southwark · 19 tips and reviews
Oklava is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

30. Oklava

74 Luke St, Shoreditch, Greater London
Turkish Restaurant · 33 tips and reviews
Frenchie is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

31. Frenchie

8.1
16 Henrietta St, London, Greater London
French Restaurant · City of Westminster · 32 tips and reviews
Harwood Arms is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

32. Harwood Arms

8.7
Walham Grove, London, Greater London
Gastropub · Fulham Broadway · 79 tips and reviews
The Ledbury is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

33. The Ledbury

8.9
127 Ledbury Rd, London, Greater London
French Restaurant · Kensington and Chelsea · 121 tips and reviews
Copita is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

34. Copita

8.9
26-27 D'arblay St, London, Greater London
Tapas Restaurant · Soho · 50 tips and reviews
Dean Street Townhouse is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

35. Dean Street Townhouse

8.6
69-71 Dean St, Soho, Greater London
Hotel · 149 tips and reviews
Honey & Co is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

36. Honey & Co

25 Warren St, City of Westminster, Greater London
Middle Eastern Restaurant · 133 tips and reviews
Pidgin is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

37. Pidgin

52 Wilton Way, London, Greater London
Modern European Restaurant · Hackney Central · 20 tips and reviews
Jidori is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

38. Jidori

89 Kingsland High St, London, Greater London
Yakitori Restaurant · Dalston · 32 tips and reviews
Kitty Fisher's is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

39. Kitty Fisher's

7.9
10 Shepherd Market, London, Greater London
English Restaurant · Mayfair · 18 tips and reviews
Gymkhana is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

40. Gymkhana

9.1
42 Albemarle St, London, Greater London
Indian Restaurant · Mayfair · 125 tips and reviews
Burger & Lobster is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

41. Burger & Lobster

8.9
36-38 Dean St, Soho, Greater London
Burger Joint · 416 tips and reviews
BarnYard is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

42. BarnYard

18 Charlotte St, Fitzrovia, Greater London
English Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews
Berber & Q is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

43. Berber & Q

9.0
Arch 338 Acton Mews, London, Greater London
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Hackney · 88 tips and reviews
The Clove Club is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

44. The Clove Club

9.0
380 Old St, London, Greater London
Restaurant · Shoreditch · 107 tips and reviews
Oldroyd is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

45. Oldroyd

344 Upper Street, Islington, Greater London
Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews
Rochelle Canteen is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

46. Rochelle Canteen

8.7
Rochelle School (Arnold Circus), London, Greater London
Restaurant · Tower Hamlets · 35 tips and reviews

47. L.C. @ Climpson's Arch

Climpson's Arch Arch 374,, London, Greater London
Portuguese Restaurant · London Fields · 2 tips and reviews
Dabbous is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

48. Dabbous

39 Whitfield St, London, Greater London
Restaurant · Fitzrovia · 43 tips and reviews
J Sheekey is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

49. J Sheekey

9.0
28-32 St Martin's Ct, Charing Cross, Greater London
Seafood Restaurant · 117 tips and reviews
Provender is one of Time Out London Best 100 of 2016.

50. Provender

7.4
High Street Wanstead, London, Greater London
French Restaurant · Snaresbrook · 14 tips and reviews