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Dishoom is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

1. Dishoom

9.4
22 Kingly St, London, Greater London
Indian Restaurant · Soho · 443 tips and reviews

KristinKristin: Always a long wait, but worth it.

Borough Market is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

2. Borough Market

9.5
Borough High St (Bedale St), London, Greater London
Farmers Market · 1080 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: This is a great place to go on an empty stomach! There is an amazing selection of food ranging from delicious sandwiches and cheeses to wine! There are also plenty of samples for you :-)

Mr Fogg’s House of Botanicals is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

3. Mr Fogg’s House of Botanicals

8.1
48 Newman St, Fitzrovia, Greater London
Speakeasy · 14 tips and reviews

Beth H.Beth Hall: Some of the most beautiful cocktails, to match it's gorgeous surrounding 😍

Sky Garden is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

4. Sky Garden

9.1
35 The Fenchurch Building, 20 Fenchurch St, London, Greater London
Scenic Lookout · City of London · 300 tips and reviews

Alan B.Alan Brutenic: Amazing views of London from 35th floor. Free entrance, book your time slot at skygardentickets.com. If you hungry, there are two restaurant and one coffee bar to choose from.

Flat Iron is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

5. Flat Iron

9.2
17-18 Henrietta St, London, Greater London
Steakhouse · City of Westminster · 198 tips and reviews

Amy Y.Amy Y: Good steak in London, I've finally found you! Meat actually cooked to the temperature promised. Reasonably priced. Also, free salted caramel ice cream! What's not to love? Go for lunch – lots of seats

Tate Modern is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

6. Tate Modern

9.2
53 Bankside, London, Greater London
Art Museum · South Bank · 821 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: The most visited modern art gallery in the world, Tate Modern features a vast collection of art and exhibitions of all shapes and sizes. Go to the bar at the top for a great view of London.

Sketch is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

7. Sketch

8.9
9 Conduit St, London, Greater London
Modern European Restaurant · Mayfair · 582 tips and reviews

Louis VuittonLouis Vuitton: On London’s funkiest boutique street, neoclassicism and 1960’s futurism meet in this funky and stylish restaurant. A true out-of-this-world experience.

Carnaby Street is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

8. Carnaby Street

9.1
Carnaby St, London, Greater London
Pedestrian Plaza · 230 tips and reviews

Jo N.Jo N: Lovely shopping street not to be missed!

Kiln is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

9. Kiln

8.9
58 Brewer St, London, Greater London
Thai Restaurant · Soho · 100 tips and reviews

jeffrey a.jeffrey arnold: Best meal we had in London. (and there were some good ones!) Sat in the back by the kitchen - love the environment. Great wines by the glass and the food was spicy and flavorful. Favs: noods, sausage.

Covent Garden Market is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

10. Covent Garden Market

9.3
The Piazza, London, Greater London
Shopping Plaza · City of Westminster · 375 tips and reviews

Tareq S.Tareq S: Never miss this place/market if u intend to visit London. Such a great mix of luxury brands, hand crafted shops, weird shops, and restaurants. There are also lots of entertaining street performers.

Kingly Court is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

11. Kingly Court

9.2
Kingly Ct (at Beak St), London, Greater London
Food Court · Soho · 66 tips and reviews

Philip S.Philip Saunders: It's like a hidden treasure trove in the middle of London. Great atmosphere and selection of bars, restaurants and shops.

Tonight Josephine is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

12. Tonight Josephine

7.2
111 Waterloo Rd, London, Greater London
Cocktail Bar · London · 6 tips and reviews

Amaka N.Amaka Nwokeji: Cocktails are cooooool and music was wavy 😍

Mildreds is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

13. Mildreds

9.0
45 Lexington St, Soho, Greater London
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Soho, London, Greater London · 252 tips and reviews

LondonistLondonist: All veggie, yet meat-eaters won't even notice the lack of animal bits. Exceptional food for the price. Haven't been upstairs in a while, but used to be decorated with exquisite Victorian porn.

St Paul's Cathedral is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

14. St Paul's Cathedral

9.2
St Paul's Church Yard, London, Greater London
Church · City of London · 284 tips and reviews

Richard G.Richard Gregory: This cathedral has the largest dome in the world after St. Peter's in Rome. Built between 1675 and 1710 this is one of the essential sights of London. Read more.

Saatchi Gallery is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

15. Saatchi Gallery

9.1
Duke of York Sq (King's Rd), London, Greater London
Art Gallery · Chelsea · 191 tips and reviews

Jeremy L.Jeremy Le Van: A must see in London, curated by Saatchi!

Hoppers is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

16. Hoppers

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

Jon B.Jon Bills: Excellent food, really unique and totally delicious. I recommend the egg hopper. The curries to accompany them really pack a punch. Worth the long wait for a table.

Vagabond Wines is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

17. Vagabond Wines

8.5
77, The Nova Building C, London, Greater London
Wine Bar · City of Westminster · 18 tips and reviews

HsiuHsiu: New branch of wine bar with 140 wines dispensed from Enomatics machine. Spacious and comfortable seating. Really lovely food (don't miss the mozzarella and broccoli)!

Peggy Porschen is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

18. Peggy Porschen

8.2
116 Ebury St, Belgravia, Greater London
Cupcake Shop · 102 tips and reviews

Abbey L.Abbey Lee: Floral rose tea and dark chocolate truffle= the best

Millennium Bridge is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

19. Millennium Bridge

Millennium Bridge (btwn St Paul's and Bankside), London, Greater London
Bridge · South Bank · 157 tips and reviews

Drew M.Drew McLellan: This is the bridge that the Deatheaters destroy in the Harry Potter film.

Liberty of London is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

20. Liberty of London

9.2
Great Marlborough St, London, Greater London
Department Store · 263 tips and reviews

DAZED AND CONFUSEDDAZED AND CONFUSED: worth visiting if not just for the window displays. Essential shop for those looking for top quality items - from lingerie to lamps. Read more.

The Alchemist is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

21. The Alchemist

8.1
6 Bevis Marks, London, Greater London
Cocktail Bar · Aldgate · 47 tips and reviews

Emma Y.Emma Younger: You pay for the experience here but it's so so worth it. Watching the way each cocktail is made, with such finesse, is fascinating and they are always extremely yummy!

EL&N is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

22. EL&N

8.1
400 Oxford St, London, Greater London
Café · Marylebone · 82 tips and reviews

Dr. MoeDr. Moe: The 4th Élan Cafe branch. It’s the best yet amazing branch of all Élan branches. The staff are friendly and super cool. The food and coffee is out of question! Oh dear, the atmosphere is phenomenal.

National Gallery is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

23. National Gallery

9.4
Trafalgar Sq, London, Greater London
Art Museum · Piccadilly · 511 tips and reviews

Time Out LondonTime Out London: The National Gallery is home to more than 2,000 works, with masterpieces from virtually every European school of art. Weekly late-night opening is on Fridays until 9pm, with tours, talks and music. Read more.

Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

24. Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration

9.1
1a Bedford St, Covent Garden, Greater London
Cocktail Bar · Charing Cross · 12 tips and reviews

Mihnea M.Mihnea Miculescu: Brilliant cocktail spot - it's Mr. Fogg's at its best. Don't miss their VII Hills Negroni and The Lagoon Reef.

Sticks'n'Sushi is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

25. Sticks'n'Sushi

9.1
11 Henrietta St, London, Greater London
Sushi Restaurant · City of Westminster · 262 tips and reviews

Grant D.Grant Dashwood: Loved it! Best sushi this side of Copenhagen, make sure you come!

Regent Street is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

26. Regent Street

Regent St, London, Greater London
Road · Soho · 66 tips and reviews

Daisy P.Daisy Perez Esparza: This is London's 5th Avenue

EL&N is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

27. EL&N

8.7
48 Park Ln (Deanery St), London, Greater London
Café · Mayfair · 154 tips and reviews

Dr. MoeDr. Moe: It’s quite good place to have your tea or coffee but its crowded after 6 pm. If you are on diet, don’t come, just saying!

look mum no hands! is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

28. look mum no hands!

49 Old St, London, Greater London
Bicycle Store · Islington · 236 tips and reviews

London Symphony OrchestraLondon Symphony Orchestra: Trendy cyclist-friendly café and bike workshop! Have a coffee whilst getting your puncture fixed! Great cakes, and good fresh seasonal ingredients. Open to 10pm.

Selfridges & Co is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

29. Selfridges & Co

9.4
400 Oxford St, London, Greater London
Department Store · 774 tips and reviews

Scott M.Scott McKenna: Best Store in London, all the coolest brands under one roof, you can spend hours in here.

Hozi is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

30. Hozi

7.3
25-27 Thoebalds Rd (at Red Lion St), Holborn, Greater London
Korean Restaurant · Holborn and Covent Garden · 16 tips and reviews

Michael B.Michael Baskerville: Authentic as it comes. Spicy fried chicken a must.

Udderlicious is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

31. Udderlicious

9.3
24 Earlham St, London, Greater London
Ice Cream Parlor · Holborn and Covent Garden · 45 tips and reviews

Sheila T.Sheila Thomson: The elderflower, lemon and lime sorbet is delicious. Ever so slightly fizzy.

The Ivy Chelsea Garden is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

32. The Ivy Chelsea Garden

8.9
195 -197 King's Rd, London, Greater London
English Restaurant · Chelsea · 314 tips and reviews

ᴬᴮᴱᴱᴿᴬᴮᴱᴱᴿ: Great spot for coffee and breakfast.Seating inside is cozy and comfortable 💛 Try eggs benedict and Scrambled eggs and smoked salmon 😋😍👌🏻

L'ETO Caffè is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

33. L'ETO Caffè

9.0
10 West Halkin St, London, Greater London
Café · Knightsbridge and Belgravia · 309 tips and reviews

The A R.The A Reviews: Serves the best cakes in town! Had a fig & cardamom tart, it's to die for! A great mixture w wonderful taste! Words can't even express how much I love this place!

Hyde Park is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

34. Hyde Park

9.7
Serpentine Rd, London, Greater London
Park · Knightsbridge and Belgravia · 1144 tips and reviews

Hajar A.Hajar AM: Best place to relax 💆

Regency Cafe is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

35. Regency Cafe

8.9
17-19 Regency St. (near Horseferry Rd.), London, Greater London
Café · Millbank · 153 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Looking for a proper British breakfast? This is your spot! You order at the counter and pick up your plate here when your order is called- watch out though, it’s piping hot!

Mari Vanna is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

36. Mari Vanna

9.1
116 Knightsbridge, London, Greater London
Russian Restaurant · Knightsbridge and Belgravia · 220 tips and reviews

Paizul G.Paizul Gamzatov: Best russian place in London!! Take your friends here if they are looking for russian cuisine experience!! Food is amazing! Omnomnom

37. Soho

London, Greater London
Neighborhood · 70 tips and reviews

FraserFraser: One place you can always have a good time day or night!

Bao is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

38. Bao

8.8
53 Lexington St, Soho, Greater London
Taiwanese Restaurant · 159 tips and reviews

Mat A.Mat A: Delicious small plates of Taiwanese inspired food, perfect for sharing, including their signature steamed milked buns. There was a queue but once you get inside the service is very attentive.

39. Opium Cocktails & Dim Sum Parlour

8.8
15-16 Gerrard St (btwn Wardour St & Gerrard Pl), Chinatown, Greater London
Speakeasy · Chinatown · 133 tips and reviews

BarChickBarChick: Take a former Chinatown gambling den, add an all-star bar cast and some legendary dim sum, et voila, you have Opium Cocktail Bar and Dim Sum Parlour. This place is epic with three floors... Read more.

The Attendant is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

40. The Attendant

8.6
74 Great Eastern St, London, Greater London
Coffee Shop · Shoreditch · 93 tips and reviews

Michiel d.Michiel de Vries: Great coffee, but fantastic brunch options. The vanilla French toast and smashed avocado are heavenly.

Piccadilly Circus is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

41. Piccadilly Circus

9.1
Piccadilly (Regent St), London, Greater London
Plaza · Piccadilly · 610 tips and reviews

Jon C.Jon Carter: UK version of Times Square, way cool!

42. AIDA

7.6
133 High St, Shoreditch, Greater London
Café · 27 tips and reviews

MartinaMartina: Rose latte. Tastes like pink colour, heaven, rainbow, sunday, childhood memories, first kiss, summer evening, clear sky.

The Locals Cafe is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

43. The Locals Cafe

8.2
30 Gatliff Rd (Moore House, Unit 3A), London, Greater London
Café · City of Westminster · 34 tips and reviews
Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

44. Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A)

9.5
Cromwell Rd, London, Greater London
Art Museum · Kensington and Chelsea · 656 tips and reviews

HISTORY UKHISTORY UK: The V&A is the world’s largest museum of decorative art and design and holds 4.5 million objects. Henry Cole, the museum’s first director, printed the world’s first Christmas card in 1843.

Saturday Farmers' Market is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

45. Saturday Farmers' Market

8.9
Duke of York Sq, Chelsea, Greater London
Farmers Market · 47 tips and reviews

Atheer S.Atheer Suliman: Fun and lively food market, you should come with an empty stomach otherwise you'll regret it 😅

Abbey Road Crossing is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

46. Abbey Road Crossing

8.4
Abbey Rd (Garden Rd), London, Greater London
Historic and Protected Site · Abbey Road · 82 tips and reviews

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Walk this iconic street and crosswalk where the Beatles posed for their famous Abbey Road album cover. A must even if you’re not a Beatles fan!

Yi Fang is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

47. Yi Fang

6.8
104 Shaftesbury Ave, Soho, Greater London
Bubble Tea Shop · 7 tips and reviews

Lydia K.Lydia Kim: famous for the mudflip milk tea

Topshop is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

48. Topshop

214 Oxford Street, Oxford Circus, West End, London, Greater London
Women's Store · West End · 147 tips and reviews

Amy S.Amy Steele: Huge, gorgeous store. Beauty bars and an EAT on the bottom floor. Get off at Oxford Circus and it's literally on the opposite side of the street.

The Blind Pig is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

49. The Blind Pig

8.5
58 Poland St, Soho, Greater London
Cocktail Bar · 58 tips and reviews

Best BarsBest Bars: Some of the punniest cocktails around (and seriously tasty too). This subtly lit speakeasy is perfect to impress a date or get some Atherton bar bites without a booking. Try the Szechuan chipirones. Read more.

The Crosse Keys (Wetherspoon) is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

50. The Crosse Keys (Wetherspoon)

7.5
9 Gracechurch St., London, Greater London
Pub · City of London · 43 tips and reviews

Miguel A.Miguel Alonso: One of the best wetherspoons in London. Big seating area and great selection of beers. And of course, it's pretty cheap.

Portobello Road Market is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

51. Portobello Road Market

9.0
Portobello Rd, London, Greater London
Market · Kensington and Chelsea · 352 tips and reviews

Yen P.Yen P.: A must do if you're in London. A shoppers paradise. You'll find everything here, from souvenirs to handicrafts, cosmetics to antiques & everything in between. Good photo op too at Notting Hill store.

Duck & Waffle is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

52. Duck & Waffle

8.7
110 Bishopsgate, 40th Fl. (at Camomile St), London, Greater London
Cocktail Bar · Bishopsgate · 505 tips and reviews

Michelin Travel & LifestyleMichelin Travel & Lifestyle: Take in the panoramic view of the city while sipping a house Julep. Food is solid too, with British offal dishes done well. – Green Guide Editor

SUSHISAMBA is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

53. SUSHISAMBA

9.1
110 Bishopsgate, London, Greater London
Sushi Restaurant · Bishopsgate · 504 tips and reviews

Jon C.Jon Choo: Visit in the evening for breathtaking views of London from up here. Friendly staff and reasonably priced cocktails.

Somerset House is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

54. Somerset House

9.5
Strand, London, Greater London
Event Space · City of Westminster · 158 tips and reviews

Time Out LondonTime Out London: Somerset House contains a formidable art gallery (the wonderful Courtauld), a beautiful fountain court, a terraced café and a classy restaurant. Read more.

The Bloomsbury Club Bar is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

55. The Bloomsbury Club Bar

8.2
16-22 Great Russell St, London, Greater London
Lounge · Bloomsbury · 14 tips and reviews

Tom G.Tom G: Speakeasy atmosphere. Excellent cocktails and attentive service. Small plates available late are ok, but not really worth the price. Great for dates and small groups.

Homeslice is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

56. Homeslice

52 Wells St, London, Greater London
Pizzeria · West End · 87 tips and reviews

Dylan S.Dylan Simons: Whole pizza is great for 2 or more. Pizza by the slice if by yourself, or not that hungry.

Yauatcha is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

57. Yauatcha

8.7
15-17 Broadwick St (Berwick St), London, Greater London
Dim Sum Restaurant · Soho, London, Greater London · 428 tips and reviews

Marianna V.Marianna Vitoroulis: Trust me, just order anything from the menu and everything is going to be simply amazing!

Fortnum & Mason is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

58. Fortnum & Mason

9.3
181 Piccadilly, London, Greater London
Department Store · Piccadilly · 441 tips and reviews

Richard H.Richard Hobbs: Afternoon tea on the 4 th floor is fantastic

The Orangery is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

59. The Orangery

8.5
Kensington Gardens, London, Greater London
Historic and Protected Site · Kensington and Chelsea · 75 tips and reviews

Claire G.Claire Geddie: Have high tea without breaking the bank, also its bee-you-tea-full. Read more.

Vagabond Wines is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

60. Vagabond Wines

8.9
25 Charlotte St, London, Greater London
Wine Bar · West End · 44 tips and reviews

Amy Y.Amy Y: If you're tired of arguing with your friends over what type of wine to get, this place is for you. Innovative concept in a convenient area. AMAZING wine selection, decent food, great vibes overall.

The Breakfast Club is one of london recs (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧.

61. The Breakfast Club

8.1
2-4 Rufus St (Hoxton Sq), Hoxton, Greater London
Breakfast Spot · 343 tips and reviews

The GuardianThe Guardian: Missed breakfast? Never fear, the Breakfast Club - as it's name suggests - won't let you down, because "it's always breakfast-time somewhere in the world" Read more.