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London is one of the worlds most
cosmopolitan cities, boasting
superb modern architecture, bold
street fashion, a vibrant arts scene,
and restaurants and nightlife for
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The British Museum (p98)

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The National Gallery (p95)

The Tower of London (p96)

Westminster Abbey (p96)

Buckingham Palace and the Queens Gallery (p96)

St Pauls Cathedral (p100)

The Houses of Parliament (p113)

Shakespeares Globe (p130)

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the year

Theres no doubt about it London is ready to party. No matter what time

of year youre in town, theres always something going on in this most
international of cities. Londons music and film festivals are second to none,
and venerable British institutions such as the Chelsea Flower Show seem
to become more exciting every year. Community celebrations too, such as
Chinese New Year and Pride, have become bigger and slicker in recent
years, attracting a wider cross-section of the population. However, dont
miss out on the quirkier events that will give you insight into local life. Take
advantage of Open Garden Squares Weekend to peek inside secluded
gardens that are usually kept behind lock and key, and join in the free,
family-friendly festivities dotting the summer calendar on the South Bank.

SPRING

mystical landscapes have universal appeal. In midsummer, Hampton Court Palace hosts the worlds
largest horticultural event, with dazzling floral displays
and temporary landscaped gardens in the palaces
sprawling parkland. May (Chelsea) & Jul (Hampton Court)

Chinese New Year

www.chinatownchinese.com

The main celebration has

outgrown Chinatown and
moved to Trafalgar Square,
which is decorated with
lanterns and flowers. The
entertainment includes
traditional lion and dragon
dances, and fireworks in
Leicester Square. Food
stalls spring up all along
Gerrard Street. Jan or Feb

Outdoor Concerts
Kenwood House (Map 1 C1; see p108),
www.picnicconcerts.com; Somerset House (Map 9 H3;
see p94), www.somerset-house.org.uk; Holland Park
(Map 6 D5; see p170), www.operahollandpark.com

London Marathon
www.london-marathon.co.uk

More than 45,000 runners set off from Greenwich Park,

and follow the Thames through Docklands and along
Victoria Embankment to The Mall. You can join the party
atmosphere in one of over 50 participating pubs, which
open in readiness for the 9am start. Apr

SUMMER

What could be more magical than listening to music

outdoors in a beautiful setting? On a balmy summers
evening, pack a picnic and throw down a blanket in the
grounds of Kenwood House. Concerts feature big names
in jazz, pop and classical music, and end with a fireworks display over the lake. In central London, the magnificent courtyard of Somerset House hosts concerts
each summer. Recent super-chilled acts include Air and
Bebel Gilberto. For something more classical, Opera
Holland Park performs amid flowerbeds a canopy
ensures the show goes on whatever the weather.
Check schedules on the websites. Jun, Jul & Aug

Open Garden Squares Weekend

http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/london.gardens

Chelsea & Hampton Court Palace Flower Shows

Royal Hospital, Chelsea (Map 14 C4);
Hampton Court Palace Hampton Court; www.rhs.org.uk

The Royal Horticultural Societys Chelsea Flower Show

is a slightly elitist occasion, but the show gardens
ranging from restrained, contemporary spaces to

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A rare, fleeting opportunity to slip into some of

Londons secret gardens. More than 80 private squares
usually the preserve of privileged key-holding
residents open their gates to the public. Refreshments, live music and other entertainments are offered
in some. Maps and full details are on the website. Jun

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Coin Street Festival

Bernie Spain Gardens (Map 10 A4), www.coinstreetfestival.org

Ethnic diversity is celebrated with live world music,

dance and art workshops at this free, community-based
festival. Events take place over a series of theme days
and weekends throughout the summer. JunAug

Pride London
www.pridelondon.org

The gay and lesbian festival is one of Londons largest,

with flamboyant floats, dancers and, of course, drag
queens. It begins in the morning with a parade through
central London. In the afternoon, a massive party kicks
off in a park, with live music and high camperie. Jul

The Proms
Royal Albert Hall (Map 13 G1), www.bbc.co.uk/proms

Launched over 100 years ago to promote musical appreciation among the masses, the Proms offer very cheap
promenade (standing) tickets on the night, as well as
prebooked seats for over 70 concerts. There is a bigscreen link-up in Hyde Park. Securing a ticket for the
famously high-spirited Last Night is tricky. JulSep

Notting Hill Carnival

1 Notting Hill Gate or Latimer Road (Map 7 E4),

08700 591111, www.nottinghillcarnival.org.uk

The famous Carnival still has a heavy Caribbean accent.

Exotic floats and costumed dancers parade through the
shabby-chic streets of Notting Hill, while throngs of
revellers strut their stuff to calypso, salsa, R&B and hiphop. Countless food stalls dish up ricenpeas, jerk
chicken and salt-fish patties. Aug Bank Holiday Weekend

Frieze Art Fair

Pavilion in Regents Park (Map 2 B3), www.friezeartfair.com

Londons newest and best contemporary art fair draws

work from 150 galleries around the world, including big
hitters Marian Goodman and Leo Koenig in New York,
Jablonka Gallerie in Cologne and Galerie Yvon Lambert,
Paris. The gathering is organized by international art
magazine Frieze and lasts for four days. Mid-Oct

Open House Weekend

www.londonopenhouse.org

Over 500 London buildings, most of which are

not usually accessible to
the public, throw open
their doors for just one
weekend. The list of
participating buildings
changes annually, but each
years event includes a
fabulous selection of
grand mansions and
contemporary houses;
public housing schemes by renowned architects; lavish
government departments such as the Foreign Office;
industrial buildings; theatres; church crypts and more.
You have to book for some: check the website. Mid-Sep

WINTER
London Film Festival
www.lff.org.uk

More than 300 films are screened during this two-week

festival, at selected cinemas in central London. A
diverse programme includes gala previews of big-budget
movies, international and art-house features, and appearances by filmmakers, writers and actors. Late Oct/Nov

Somerset House Ice Rink

Somerset House (Map 9 H3; see also p94)

Glide around Londons most beautiful ice rink, which is

set in the courtyard of a Thames-side landmark and
torch-lit in the evening. Hot chocolate and mulled wine
are available at the Ice Rink Caf. NovJan

For listings magazines with full information on everything thats on in London, see p232

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morning

Rush-hour traffic aside, this is the best time to appreciate sights that are
thronged later in the day. On a fine morning, the sun glistens on serene
waterways and highlights the vivid floral displays in Londons parks, where
the relative quiet is punctuated by bird song. The citys atmospheric markets kick off early and are less crowded and combed-through than in the
afternoon. Arrive at opening time with the professional dealers if you want
to snap up the treasures. If the weather is unkind and paints the sky grey,
you can still make the most of an early start by taking in a spot of culture.
Beat the crowds to a famous museum, or attend a coffee concert of classical music. If all that sounds like a bit too much effort, linger over brunch in
one of the most stylish parts of town.

An Early Swim
Serpentine Lido, Hyde Park (Map 8 A5), 020 7706 7098;
Parliament Hill Lido 1 Belsize Park or Kentish Town

Start your day with a splash in Hyde Parks mini Riviera.

The south-west section of the Serpentine is reserved
for swimming, and offers a sun deck and paddling pool
as well. It opens at 9am. Afterwards, you can relax with
an alfresco coffee at the Lido Caf. For an earlier dip,
try Parliament Hill Lido a recently refurbished
60-m (100-ft) pool on Hampstead Heath. This one opens
at 7am for free swimming until 9:30pm. It also has a
terrace, caf and paddling pool.

A Stroll around Little Venice

Blomfield Road, W2 (Map 7 G1; see also p171)

The picturesque area where three canals converge

makes for a pleasant morning amble along towpaths.
Brightly painted narrow boats line the Regents Canal

between affluent Maida Avenue and Blomfield Road.

Some boats are laden with splendid blooms in hanging
baskets. Theres a floating caf in the triangle of water
where the canals meet, but the best place for breakfast
is Caf Laville, which occupies a prime spot overlooking
the canal on Edgware Road. The back of the restaurant
opens up to command a spectacular view of the waterway and its colourful vessels.

A Boat Trip Upriver (Westminster Pier to

Richmond, Kew or Hampton Court)
Thames River Boats, 020 7930 2062, www.wpsa.co.uk

For a relaxing day trip, follow the route of Henry VIIIs

Royal Barge from Westminster to the palace at
Hampton Court, where the notorious 16th-century
monarch bedded his many wives. You can disembark
early at Kew for the Royal Botanical Gardens (see p175),
or Richmond for its deer park and large riverside pubs.
However, going the extra distance is worth it, as the
winding, willow-lined stretch of river between Kew and
Hampton Court is especially picturesque.

Breakfast at Smithfields
Charterhouse Street & East Poultry Lane (Map 10 B2)

Catering primarily to the workers of Smithfield meat

market, the Fox and Anchor, 115 Charterhouse Street,
does a hearty Full English breakfast (fried bread,
sausages, egg, beans and black pudding) from 7am.
Wash it down with a Wadsworth ale or a stout. The
Cock Tavern, set in the basement depths of the market,
offers a similar line in fry-ups and beer from 6am, making
it popular with all-night clubbers as well as night workers.

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Brunch in Notting Hill

Dakota: 127 Ledbury Road; 202: 202 Westbourne Grove;
Toms Delicatessen: 226 Westbourne Grove (all on Map 6 D3)

Join the beautiful people gathering over Bloody Marys and

eggs Benedict in cool Notting Hill. Airy, modern American
restaurant Dakota has a terrific weekend brunch menu,
while the French-style caf in Nicole Farhis lifestyle store,
202, serves blueberry pancakes, bagels and smoked
salmon. Toms Deli is a local institution, and all three
have outside tables in summer.

Saturdays on Portobello Road

www.portobelloroad.co.uk (see also p159)

Get up early for some civilized antiques browsing

before the melee is in full swing. The market officially
opens at 5:30am, and most dealers have set up shop
by 8am. Warrens of small stalls selling bric-a-brac and
collectors pieces can be found in the arcades leading
off the street. The caf at kitchenalia shop Still Too Few
(300 Westbourne Grove) is an excellent refuelling stop.

seems overly crowded, but thats not true of the

museum galleries. Make the most of the relative quiet
of a morning to peruse some of the highlights of the
extensive collection: finely hewn Egyptian sculptures,
reliefs from the Buddhist temple at Amaraviti and, of
course, the infamous Elgin Marbles.

A Walk in Regents Park

www.royalparks.gov.uk (Map 2 B4)

Morning is the most peaceful time to enjoy what is

arguably the most beautiful park in London. Before 11am
youre likely to cross paths only with dog-walkers or
pedestrians on their way to work. Seek out the glorious
formal beds and classical fountains of the Avenue
Gardens, Queen Marys Gardens, for a riot of roses, and
the Boating Lake, home to many unusual water fowl.

A Morning Concert at Wigmore Hall

From 10, including coffee, sherry or juice (see also p122)

Sundays at Columbia Road Market

www.columbia-flower-market.freewebspace.com (Map 5 F4;
see also p161)

From 8am to 2pm on Sundays, a short East End terrace

is transformed into a vibrant strip of shrubs and flowers,
enlivened by the enthusiastic vendors. There are also
some stylish shops, including Angela Flanders perfumery
at No. 96. Snack on fried prawns from Lees Sea Foods
(No.134), or stop for breakfast at Perennial (Nos. 11012).

Since this opulent yet intimate recital hall opened in 1901,

some of the worlds greatest musicians have played
under its painted cupola. The Sunday Coffee Concerts are
a civilized way to ease into the day. For a deeply relaxing
experience, you can opt for a pre-lunch sherry.

Browsing the British Museum

Great Russell St (Map 9 F2; see also p98)

On a fine day, sunlight streams through the curved

steel-and-glass roof into the capacious Great Court at
the centre of the BM. The Court is huge and never

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afternoon

Afternoons can be as busy or as lazy as you like. During the week, the
pedestrian traffic in the centre thins out a bit after the lunchtime rush. This
is the perfect time for a guided walking tour, to gain an informed perspective on the city. Many of Londons cultural riches are free the lunchtime
recitals in a number of churches are a wonderful way to take in the beautiful architecture, and you can gallery-hop in hip Hoxton before hitting the
bars. On weekend afternoons, the streets are thick with shoppers. If the
crowds get too much, you may want to duck into a serene spa for some
peace and quiet, or take part in time-honoured British rituals: go to a
football match, tuck into a Sunday roast at one of the many excellent
gastropubs, or take high tea at a chic hotspot or a grand hotel.

Summer Swimming at Brockwell Lido

Brockwell Park, Dulwich Road, SE24, 020 7274 3088,
www.brockwelllido.com 1 Brixton

A 15-minute walk from the Tube station, Brixton

Beach, as Brockwell Lido swimming pool is
affectionately known, is a little summertime oasis. On
any sunny day, the place gets packed by mid-afternoon,
and especially at weekends, when the people-watching
factor is at its most fascinating. Different social groups
gravitate towards different areas of the terrace surrounding the big blue pool. Families with kids are at one
end; topless bathers at the other. A gay enclave is easily spotted by the finest tans and tiniest swimwear.
Everyone gets along fine, enjoying the sunshine and
occasionally cooling off with a dip.

London (a tour of the Inns of Court) on Mondays and

Fridays, and Christopher Wrens London on Tuesdays.

Sundays around Spitalfields

Spitalfields Market (Map 11 F1; see also p161)

This energetic part of town in and around Spitalfields

Market, with cool stalls and food outlets, is abuzz on
Sundays. Nearby, in Fournier, Fashion and Princelet
streets, there are beautifully restored early 18th-century
Georgian terraces, and Hawksmoors Christ Church.

A Guided Tour
The Original London Walks,
020 7624 3978,
www.walks.com

Get an insiders view of

London on a walking
tour led by someone in
the know. The Original
London Walks boasts
leading archaeologists
and historians among its
guides and operates at
least a dozen walks
every day. Intriguing
afternoon offerings
include Legal and Illegal

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Lunchtime Recitals in Londons Churches

www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org, www.st-james-piccadilly.org,
www.stmarylebow.co.uk, www.stbrides.com; see p226 for all

For an uplifting lunchtime experience, attend a free recital

at one of Londons lovely churches. You could catch an
up-and-coming soloist, a touring choir, or a student
ensemble from one of the prestigious conservatories.
St Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square, where Handel

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once performed, has been hosting lunchtime concerts for

50 years. St Jamess (Piccadilly) and St Mary-le-Bow and
St Brides (both in the City) are others. (See also p169.)

Off to the Football

Hackney Marshes Homerton 020 8986 8615

Forget Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs or even Fulham. To see

what English football was about before corporate sponsors and inflated wages, head for Hackney Marshes on
a Sunday. There youll find 87 full-size pitches the
largest concentration in Europe. The quality of footie
skills is patchy and diverse, but passions run as high as
at any Premiership game.

Revive at Porchester Spa

Queensway, W2 (see p170)

This original Art Deco spa offers pampering on a

shoestring. Relax and revitalize in its Turkish hot rooms,
Russian steam rooms, Jacuzzi and pool for under 20,
or indulge in a body treatment from as little as 10.
To save your blushes, there are specific days for men,
women and mixed couples.

A Sunday Roast
Recent years have seen a resurgence in the
traditional English Sunday Roast a joint of beef,
lamb or pork, with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding,
veg and gravy. Londons gastropubs offer some good
updated versions of the meal, which can be washed
down with a decent ale or lager. Try the Lansdowne
(see p51); The House in Islington (see p49); or
The Lock Tavern (see p152), which sources its meat
from Londons finest butchers.

Afternoon Tea
Sketch: 9 Conduit St (Map 8 D3), 0870 777 4488; Inn the Park,
St Jamess Park (9 F5), 020 7451 9999; The Wolseley (see p32)

For alternatives to the chintz and hushed tones that

accompany tea in the posh hotels, try The Parlour at
Sketch, with its minimalist Louis XIV furniture and arty
little pastries. For a more classic afternoon tea, book at
The Wolseley. On a fine day, take tea at Inn the Park or
the Orangery in Kensington Gardens (see p170).

Sunday Double Bills at the Electric

Electric Cinema (Map 6 D3; see p123)

Dont wait for a rainy afternoon to slope off to the

restored Edwardian splendour of the Electric Cinema.
The Sunday Double Bill is excellent value. Book a
2-seater sofa to see the picture, and have brunch before
the screening at the Electric Brasserie.

East Londons Galleries

www.newexhibitions.com

Any afternoon between

Thursday and Sunday is good
for visiting the substantial
clutch of contemporary art
galleries in East London.
Have a trawl through listings
on the new exhibitions website, or pick up a printed copy
(with map) at the first gallery
you see. Aside from those in
Hoxton (see p162), check out
galleries near Victoria Park (nearest Tube: Bethnal Green),
which primarily showcase up-and-coming artists from the
UK and Europe. Look out for Vilma Gold, Wilkinson
Gallery and the Showroom; and dont miss The Approach
(art upstairs, pub downstairs). For contact info, see p225.

Most commercial art galleries in London are closed on Mondays

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evening

London notches up a gear in the early evening as everyone streams out of

work and heads to the myriad pubs, bars and restaurants. A prevailing mood
of fitting it all in before last orders gives evening London a very buzzy feel,
as a 10 oclock stroll through partying crowds in Soho will attest. Although
central London is packed with entertainments, many Londoners prefer the
less in-your-face vibe in neighbourhoods at the edges of the central zone.
Clerkenwell, Islington and Notting Hill have great restaurants, pubs and
cultural venues that are well worth seeking out, while in East London,
youll find a blossoming scene that caters to a hip, arty crowd. The city has
an undeniable pub culture, but a quieter, more sophisticated London does
exist; you just need to look a little bit harder to find it.

Down the Pub

See pp1345 for our selection of the best pubs in the city

Old favourites for after-work drinks include Soho haunts

such as the Coach & Horses (29 Greek St), the Dog &
Duck (18 Bateman St) the Sun & Thirteen Cantons (21
Great Pulteney St), and Covent Gardens Lamb & Flag
(see p137), where patrons spill out onto the street on
summer evenings. Clerkenwell Green (Map 10 A1) is
another superb spot for an evenings drinking; the
Three Kings, Crown Tavern, Horseshoe and Dovetail are
all situated around a pleasant square. After the last
orders bell rings, the drinkers exit the bars either to
head home or to move on to clubland.

Museum Late-Nights
Tate Modern (see p111); V&A (see p102)

Having the cavernous converted Bankside Power

Station to yourself is a real luxury, and thats pretty

much what you get on Friday and Saturday evenings,

when Tate Modern is open until 10pm. The decorative
arts museum, the V&A, is open until 10pm on
Wednesdays, and on the last Friday of every month a
special late event is staged: everything from high fashion to turntablists can be seen among the ancient art.
Its truly atmospheric.

A Stroll in Hyde Park

1 Hyde Park Corner (Map 8 C5)

With the late evening sun casting long shadows over

the grass, this is a lovely time to take a walk in any of
Londons central parks. Hyde Park in particular draws
strollers, picnickers and sporty types, who make use of
long summer evenings for ad-hoc games of baseball or
football. End your walk at the Blue Bar, across busy
Knightsbridge (see p142), or seek out the Nags Head
(see p141), one of two great pubs on Kinnerton Street.

Greyhound Racing
Walthamstow Stadium (see p126)

Going down the dogs has made a comeback as a top

night out, and The Stow an Art Deco classic is the
place to go. Six greyhounds run 400- and 800-metre
races, chasing a fake rabbit that zips along a rail; you
can bet on any dog, but not the rabbit, alas. Punters
quaff pints and eat scampinchips in the Popular
Enclosure, or sup wine and dine on steaks above the
track in the Paddock Grill. Either way, the focus of the
evening is on betting but with stakes starting as low
as 50p, the excursion need not cost you a mint.

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Oysters and Champagne

www.clubbing.com

Bibendum Oyster Bar at The Conran Shop (see p78);

Randall & Aubin: 16 Brewer St, W1 (Map 9 E3)

The Social on Little Portland Street (see p140) was one

of the first London venues to offer easy-going Sunday
afternoon events. Now several club sessions kick off
as early as 5pm every weekend. Check out 93 Feet
East (see p148), Cherry Jam (see p141), the Notting Hill
Arts Club (see p144) and Cargo (see p146).

Start your evening with a flourish! The Fulham Road

Conran Shop is open until 7pm three nights a week,
allowing an afternoons shopping to drift seamlessly into
an evenings light indulgence at the Bibendum Oyster
Bar. Over in Soho, Randall & Aubin provides a vibrant,
Parisian atmosphere in which to enjoy some crustacea
and bubbly and set yourself up for a fun night out.

Great British Comedy

www.chortle.co.uk

Londons comedy clubs are lively affairs, with the banter

swinging between performers of all descriptions and frequently raucous audiences. The Comedy Store (see p121)
and Jongleurs (see p128) are established venues, but its
worth investigating the comedy pubs (see website
above), where the atmosphere is often a tad more spiky.

A Pint and a Play

Old Red Lion: 418 St John St (Map 4 A4); Kings Head (see p127);
Orange Tree: 1 Clarence Street Richmond

Dark, creaking spaces in the back rooms of pubs provide

the most intimate of performance venues for up-andcoming playwrights, actors on the fringe of the fringe
and even a big name sometimes. Islington has several
theatre bars, including the Old Red Lion and the Kings
Head, the oldest theatre pub in London. In Richmond
(about 30 minutes by Tube or train from central London),
the Orange Tree is a wonderful theatre in the round.

South Bank Promenade

Evening Cocktails

From Waterloo Bridge to Shad Thames (see also p164)

Fifth Floor Restaurant, Harvey Nichols (Map 14 B1);

No.1 Aldwych (see p136); Blue Bar (see p142)

The South Bank riverside path is relatively free of crowds

on weekdays before sunset. Walking eastwards, youll
pass the National Theatre, Tate Modern and GLA
building. At dusk, the city takes on a golden hue, with
Canada Tower blazing orange on the eastern skyline.

With Harvey Nichols open until 8pm on Wednesdays, it

would be a crime not to take advantage of the wonderful bar at its Fifth Floor
Restaurant. The hotel
Lobby Bar at No.1
Aldwych is excellent for
cocktails and classy
snacks. For maximum
style, though, saunter
over to the Blue Bar in
Knightsbridge, where
celebrities socialize.

Cutting-Edge Culture at the ICA

ICA, The Mall (see p96)

Occupying a regal John Nash terrace, the Institute of

Contemporary Arts is a wellspring of the avant-garde
within a stones throw of Buckingham Palace. Two tiny
cinemas feature art-house and foreign-language films.
There are talks and music events in the evenings, and a
lively bar that stays open pretty late.

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night

Glamorous, cultured, raucous, seedy After dark, the metropolis pulses

with nightlife in many guises. Soho is the nocturnal epicentre, with a high
concentration of places to eat and drink. Pubs are packed to capacity, spilling out onto the narrow streets, and all-night cafs offer a ringside view of
unfolding dramas. The pubs may close early (11pm), but, if youre prepared
to pay a cover charge, the evening doesnt have to end there. Soak up the
cool vibe at a quintessential jazz joint, catch a risqu cabaret, or head east
for switched-on nightclubs. Londoners often counteract alcoholic excesses
with a fiery curry, or a salt beef bagel at the all-night bakery in Brick Lane.
For more refined entertainments, the arts complex on the South Bank may
not be aesthetically pleasing, but it is unrivalled for cultural events.

programme of classical, contemporary and world music

and dance. Although currently closed for refurbishment,
the Queen Elizabeth Hall and the Purcell Room remain
open and resident orchestras will play there instead.

Candlelit Visits
Dennis Severs House (Mon; see p104);
Sir John Soanes Museum (first Tue of month; see p97)

The London Eye at Sunset

0870 5000 600, www.ba-londoneye.com (Map 9 G5)
Open 9:30am10pm summer, 9:30am8pm winter

A glass capsule on the worlds largest observation

wheel is the perfect vantage point for watching the
sun set over Londons landmarks, as you gently revolve
at a speed of 0.26 m (about 10 inches) per second.
From the top, at 135 m (443 ft), the view
stretches 25 miles in every direction as far as
Windsor Castle. As darkness falls, illuminated buildings
including St Pauls Cathedral and the Houses of
Parliament create a romantic panorama.

Concerts on the South Bank

Royal Festival Hall, South Bank SE1 (Map 9 H4), 0870 401 8181
www.rfh.org.uk (see also p129)

As well as showcasing two resident orchestras, the

London Philharmonic and the Philharmonia Orchestra,
the 3,000-seat Royal Festival Hall presents a diverse

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Two of the most curious and atmospheric houses in

London both offer candlelit viewings. The aim is to
recreate the mood of the past, when flickering yellow
light and darting shadows characterised the ambience in
these houses. In the light of a flame, Soanes classical
sculptures seem to shimmer and shake, and the building
seems even more labyrinthine. At Dennis Severs
House, the candlelight enhances an atmosphere already
strong with scents of fruit and lavender, and the ghostly
sound of voices, seemingly in the next room.

Clubbing in Shoreditch & Clerkenwell

Shoreditch and Clerkenwell currently have Londons
best concentration of dance clubs. At the hardcore
techno and house end of the spectrum is Turnmills
(see p146). Fabric (see p145) charts a funkier path, with
Craig Richards at the decks, joined by guests such as
Roots Manuva. It also hosts regular live dance music
nights. Club 333 (see p147) gets really wild on
Saturdays, joining forces with its upstairs neighbour
Mother for some trippy trance or jazz-inflected house
rhythms. For an easy-going vibe and inventive musical
concoctions, you cant beat Herbal (see p147), especially on an Eastern Drum and Breaks night.

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Bagels and Curries on Brick Lane

Brick Lane Beigel Bake: 159 Brick Lane;
Caf Naz: 468 Brick Lane, 020 7247 0234;
City Spice: 138 Brick Lane, 020 7247 1012;
Le Taj: 134 Brick Lane, 020 7247 4210 (Maps 5 F5 & 11 F1)

Late Night Jazz

Ronnie Scotts: 47 Frith Street (see p121);
Jazz Caf: 5 Parkway (see p127)

Ronnie Scotts in Soho is the archetypal smoky jazz joint,

with quirky, tiered seating, cramped tables, and photos
of the legends whove played there covering every inch
of wall space. Further north, in Camden, the Jazz Caf
is slicker and more spacious, the music is funkier and
the food is better. At both, its advisable to book a table.

The yellow and red sign of the Beigel Bake marks a

little gathering point throughout the day and night (its
open 24 hours) for everyone from cabbies picking up a
quick snack to old Jewish residents of the area to
clubbers getting a bite to eat in the early hours. You can
buy a freshly baked bagel, with classic fillings such as
salt beef and mustard or smoked salmon and cream
cheese, for less than 2. Brick Lane is also famous for
its curry houses. Youll find better Indian cuisine
elsewhere, but the lively atmosphere along this narrow
strip of road, with its bright neon signage, makes up
for culinary shortfalls. As a stomach-filler after a few
drinks, an inexpensive curry at somewhere like
Caf Naz, City Spice or Le Taj is just the ticket.
(For more on Brick Lane, see p160.)

Espresso at
Bar Italia
22 Frith Street W1,
020 7437 4520,
www.baritaliasoho.co.uk

DJ Bar-Hopping
Much of Londons dance music scene is now concentrated in its DJ bars. Typically, such bars get going earlier
than clubs, at around 9pm, and close at 23am. The
music is eclectic, sometimes just creating a background
vibe (as at the Medicine Bar and Lock Tavern, see pp150
& 152). These bars attract a clientele in their 20s and
30s. But at somewhere like Brixtons Dogstar (see
p154), the crowd tends to be younger, mostly
20-somethings, and the dancing is full-on at weekends.

Late Night Screenings at the Ritzy

Grab a seat outside this

24-hour Soho institution, sip a strong
espresso and watch the
circus go by. After the
pubs and clubs close,
its jam-packed with
people who want to keep the party going or soak up
the alcohol with a panini. You never know whom you
might meet, but keep a firm grip on your bag or wallet.

Brixton Oval (see p131), www.picturehouses.co.uk

While most London cinemas have their final screenings

at around 9pm, the Ritzy
keeps its lights on for
an 11:30pm showing on
Fridays and Saturdays.
Its programme includes
a good mix of mainstream, independent
and international films.

The Whoopee Club

www.thewhoopeeclub.com

The producers of this arty burlesque extravaganza put

on regular shows at venues around London, with
themes such as Victorian valentines and 1940s film noir.
Strippers in retro tasselled pasties, contortionists and
camp cabaret acts perform and pose in postmodernist
tableaux. The audience gets into the spirit too, sporting
outfits that rival the stars costumes.

New club nights are often advertised through flyers and posters in record shops or on the street

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restaurants
Londons gastronomic scene is
booming. The range of places to
eat and the diversity of cuisines on
offer are rivalled only by New York.
The quality of cooking is something to write home about, too,
especially at top-end restaurants.
Prices are high if you want to
sample the work of famous chefs,
but there are excellent choices in
all price ranges if you know where
to look and what to order.

TOP CHOICES

restaurants

BEST BRITISH CUISINE

ROMANTIC SETTINGS

GASTROPUBS

Lindsay House

The Cow

21 Romilly Street, W1

89 Westbourne Park Road, W2

Superlative service plus Richard

Corrigans inventive British/Irish
cuisine equals a gourmets
delight. (See p26)

Youve seen the film, now hang out

with the hip young things of Notting
Hill in this characterful pub, which
serves great food. (See p160)

Fish Central

The Crown

14951 Central Street, EC1

116 Cloudesley Road, N1

The setting may be sleek, but this

City favourite serves up some of
the best (and best-value) fish and
chips in town. (See p45)

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for listings, reviews and information
about London restaurants.

Cheery, cosy and thoroughly

relaxed, the Crown is the sort of
place you go to for lunch and settle
into for a whole afternoon.(See p151)

Rules

Andrew Edmunds

The Eagle

35 Maiden Lane, WC2

46 Lexington Street, W1

159 Farringdon Road, EC1

Londons oldest restaurant is an

atmospheric, Dickensian shrine to
perfect roast meats, game and
classic puddings. (See p30)

Cramped it may be, but theres

something unbeatably romantic
about this long-established, friendly
Soho bistro. (See p24)

The pub that started the gastropub

phenomenon is still a frontrunner.
Tuck into great grills and chat with
the Clerkenwell crowd. (See p44)

St John

Oxo Tower Restaurant,

Bar & Brasserie

Some gastropubs are more restaurant than pub, and have prices that
reflect this. Be prepared to book.

26 St John Street, EC1

A stark former smokehouse

provides a great setting for strippeddown nose to tail eating. Its
carnivore heaven. (See p46)

Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House St, SE1

Sweeping views over the Thames

provide a spectacular backdrop for
fine dining. (See p54)

J Sheekey
2832 St Martins Court, WC2

With its faultless food, seductive

decor and effortless service,
J Sheekey oozes class. A perfect
venue for a discreet date. (See p31)

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Odettes

The House

130 Regents Park Road, NW1

639 Canonbury Road, N1

Awash with gilded mirrors and

candlelight, Odettes is a great spot
for contemporary food combined
with old-fashioned charm. (See p50)

The quality of food at this superb

Islington gastropub puts most
restaurants to shame. A must for
weekend brunch. (See p49)

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A QUICK BITE

AROUND THE WORLD

restaurants
ON THE CHEAP

Hakkasan

Lisboa Patisserie

Navarros

8 Hanway Place, W1

57 Golborne Road, W10

67 Charlotte Street, W1

With an interior out of a design magazine and heavenly food, Hakkasan

sets new standards for Londons
Chinese restaurants. (See p27)

Come to this vibrant Portuguese

place to sip strong coffee and nibble
prime pastries. (See p42)

Bright and bustling, Navarros is one

of the best spots in the capital to
find authentic (and authentically
priced) tapas. (See p28)

Tsunami

Viet Hoa

57 Voltaire Road, SW4

7072 Kingsland Road, E2

Super-stylish and one of Londons

most exquisite dining experiences,
with magnificent Japaneseinfluenced food. (See p54)

Dont expect decorative frills; do

expect culinary thrills. The
Vietnamese food at this Hoxton
canteen is the real deal. (See p48)

The Providores/Tapa Room

Patisserie Valerie

Caf Emm

109 Marylebone High Street, W1

44 Old Compton Street, W1

17 Frith Street, W1

Pan-global fusion food at its most

inventive. Snack and sip on the
ground floor, or go for a full blowout in the restaurant. (See p35)

Indulgent cakes and pastries to die

for are the primary draws at one of
Sohos oldest and best-loved classic
cafs. (See p26)

Proof that its possible to get

good, filling fare in a lively Soho
atmosphere without breaking the
bank. (See p25)

Brick Lane, in the East End, is good for

a late-night curry (see p19). However, for
authentic, ultra-cheap Indian food, hop on
a train west to Southall, the heart of
Londons Punjabi community.

Paul

Tas

29 Bedford Street, WC2

33 The Cut, SE1

A little slice of Paris in London. Pop

in to Paul for toothsome tarts, flans,
galettes and salads, and plenty of
Gallic bonhomie. (See p29)

A lively vibe, contemporary setting,

willing service, and affordable
Turkish grills and meze. (See p53)

Moro

Conveyor-belt restaurants
such as Yo! Sushi and Itsu offer a
healthy form of fast food.

346 Exmouth Market, EC1

Embracing the best of North African

and Spanish cuisine, this ever-hip
eaterie makes ta virtue out of
simplicity. (See p44)

S&M Caf

23 Heddon Street, W1

268 Portobello Road, W10

Take tea and sample choice North

African snacks in this Ali Babas
cave of a caf, which is more
Marrakesh than Mayfair. (See p34)

Superlative sausages, mash and

gravy are served in various
seasonings. First-rate comfort food at
bargain-basement prices. (See p42)

Gastropubs are pubs that serve good, sometimes excellent, modern cuisine

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Restaurants
Andrew Edmunds

modern European

9 E3

46 Lexington Street, W1 020 7437 5708

Open lunch & dinner daily

Dark and discreet, this long-time Soho stalwart is a

seductive spot for contemporary cuisine. The crowdpleasing food embraces the classics, such as a
perfect lamb steak with flageolet beans. Seating is a
bit cramped, and the room can be noisy, but the
service is breezily relaxed. Moderate

Bodeans

North American barbecue

9 E3

10 Poland Street, W1 020 7287 7575

www.bodeansbbq.com Restaurant open lunch & dinner
MonFri, noon11pm Sat; diner open all day

Billing itself as Londons Original BBQ Smoke House,

Bodeans is a classy US-style barbecue, featuring prime
char-grilled steaks, racks of baby back ribs and smoked
chicken. The ground floor is a casual eat-in/takeaway
sports bar; the basement is more formal. Moderate

Donzoko

rare Japanese delights

9 E3

15 Kingly Street, W1 020 7734 1974

Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner Sat

This modest Japanese eaterie is one of Sohos hidden

gems. Its a friendly, bustling izakaya-style joint (an
informal pub-restaurant), with a counter along one
side and a long menu taking in all the greatest hits of
Japanese cuisine. The aubergine fried with garlic and
soybean paste is sublime. Cheap

Mar i Terra

superior Spanish

9 E3

17 Air Street, W1 020 7734 1992

www.mariterra.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, noon11pm Sat

Spanish food can move with the times. The dcor here
is clean and contemporary; the service cheery and
unfussy. The menu lists Iberian classics alongside
more unusual delights, such as stuffed peppers with
crab, and Catalan grilled vegetable salad. Cheap

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Wong Kei

legendary cheap Chinese

9 E3

4143 Wardour Street, W1 020 7437 8408

Open noon11pm daily (to 10:30pm Sun)

A capacious restaurant with oddly decorated rooms

on many floors, Wong Kei revels in its reputation of
having the rudest service in Chinatown. And yet it
continues to pull in the punters thanks to a lively
atmosphere, seriously low prices and unexpectedly
fine roast meats. Great fun with a crowd. Cheap

Thyme

Covent Garden sophistication

9 G2

The Hospital, Endell St, WC2 020 7170 9200

www.thymeandspace.com
Open lunch & dinner MonSat

The transfer of the highly acclaimed Thyme Restaurant

from South London to Covent Gardens hospital site
has transformed the operation into an altogether more
sophisticated affair with beautifully crafted dishes,
grown-up surroundings and superb service. Expensive

ECapital

Chinatown oasis

9 F3

8 Gerrard Street, W1 020 7434 3838

Open noon11:30pm daily (to midnight Fri & Sat)

Few Chinatown restaurants offer distinctive cuisine,

but ECapital is an exception: here youll find a rare highquality offering of rich-sweet-oily food from Chinas
east coast. Its worth asking the staff to translate the
Chinese menu to find the most interesting dishes,
such as lions head meatball casserole. Cheap

Caf Emm

hearty international fodder

9 F3

17 Frith Street, W1 020 7437 0723

www.cafeemm.com
Open lunch & dinner daily (to 11:30pm Fri & Sat)

Its hard to beat Caf Emm for value, atmosphere and

good, filling grub. Dishes include cajun potato skins,
deep-fried brie, hearty lamb shanks, calamari, pecan
pie and tiramisu, and all come in huge portions,
served up by smiling staff in a fun environment. Cheap
Expensive: over 15 for a main course; moderate: 815; cheap: under 8

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Restaurants
Lindsay House

modern British

9 F3

21 Romilly Street, W1 020 7439 0450

www.lindsayhouse.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

Irishman Richard Corrigan is a real chefs chef while

many of his peers play the media game, he sticks
resolutely to fashioning imaginative dishes in the
kitchen. The results show just how good creative
British/Irish cuisine can be in the right hands.
The restaurant, set in a 1740s Georgian townhouse,
is as understated as the man himself. Ring the bell to
be let in, and youll be shown to one of various small
dining spaces. The gracious staff might be serving up
globe artichoke, Cornish crab and parsley dressing,
followed perhaps by saddle of rabbit, black pudding,
polenta and confit garlic, and then glazed apple
turnover with caramel and prunes to finish. If your
wallet can bear the strain, consider the seven-course
tasting menu in order to sample Corrigans finest
creations. Expensive

Patisserie Valerie

caf for cakes

9 F3

44 Old Compton Street, W1 020 7437 3466

www.patisserie-valerie.co.uk
Open 7:30am8:30pm MonFri, 9am9pm Sat, 9am7pm Sun

A Soho legend, the original Patisserie Valerie opened

in neighbouring Frith Street in 1926 and moved to Old
Compton Street after World War II. The cramped interior
is a 1950s Parisian time warp, with a cake-stuffed glass
counter at the front, a high ceiling, Formica tables and
Toulouse-Lautrec cartoons on the walls; theres also a
brighter, airier 50-seat first-floor caf.
Snacks, light meals and a fine breakfast are served,
but its the sweet stuff thats the main draw. Resistance is useless against the likes of pear william
franzipan tart, mixed berry mousse, fresh fruit flan,
and chocolate, strawberry and banana gateaux not
to mention the handmade truffles. Such indulgences
and Valeries unique atmosphere draw in a mixed
crowd of local office workers, students, tourists and
the few remaining louche Soho habitus. Cheap

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Red Fort

noble Indian

9 F3

77 Dean Street, W1 020 7437 2115

www.redfort.co.uk Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner Sat

For top-notch traditional northern Indian cooking in

central London, you cant beat the Red Fort. The
opulent setting (including a water feature) helps
prepare you for the richness and depth of Mughal
court cuisine. Chef Mohammed Rais lamb biriani
follows a 300-year-old family recipe. Expensive

Eagle Bar Diner

North American

9 F2

35 Rathbone Place, W1 020 7637 1418

www.eaglebardiner.com Open noon11pm MonSat
(to 1am ThuSat), 11am6pm Sun

A hip, all-day haven from the chaos of Oxford Street.

The Eagles remit stretches from breakfast to latenight cocktails, taking in first-rate burgers and grills,
salads and sandwiches along the way. The look is
New York chic, but the service is friendly. Cheap

Hakkasan

Chinese of the highest order

9 F2

8 Hanway Place, W1 020 7907 1888

Open lunch & dinner daily; bar noon12:30am daily (to 1:30 Sat)

Its no exaggeration to say that Hakkasan has redefined

Chinese dining in London combining stunning
design with exceptional high-quality Chinese cuisine.
This airy basement restaurant and bar is the creation
of Alan Yau, the man behind Wagamama (see p43),
but couldnt be more different from the noodle bar
chain in terms of atmosphere (and prices).
The seductive interior is a cunning contemporary
take on chinoiserie all dark wood, lattice work and
candle light. The Michelin-star-winning food shows
off the full range and depth of Chinas varied
cuisines. Savour beautifully balanced dishes such as
roast pork with red rice, ginger and Shao Hsing wine,
or roasted silver cod with champagne and Chinese
honey. Even clichd standards such as sesame prawn
toast are exemplary. Prices are high, but for a splurge
you cant beat Hakkasan. Expensive
Lunch at London restaurants is typically served noon3pm; dinner 6:30pm10:30pm

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Restaurants
Rasa Samudra

Keralan home cooking

9 E1

5 Charlotte Street, W1 020 7637 0222

www.rasarestaurants.com
Open lunch & dinner MonSat, dinner only Sun

Das Sreedharan has firmly placed the delicate cuisine

of Kerala in southwest India on the London restaurant
map. The first Rasa (55 Stoke Newington Church
Street, N16) opened in 1994, specializes in Keralan
vegetarian cooking. Rasa W1 (6 Dering Street) offers a
range of dishes, including meat, from northern
Kerala; and the speciality at this branch is seafood.
In a maze of smart, pink-clad little rooms, you can
experience such little-seen delights as murukku
(crunchy rice-flour sticks) with home-made pickles
and chutneys, Keralan shellfish soup, crab thoran
(the chefs grandmothers recipe for crab stir-fried
with coconut, mustard seeds and ginger) and
kappayum meenum (spicy king fish and steamed
cassava). If you cant make up your mind, order a set
feast, either seafood or vegetarian. Moderate

Fino

modern tapas

9 E2

33 Charlotte St, W1 (entrance: Rathbone St) 020 7813 8010

www.finorestaurant.com
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

Sleek, sassy and contemporary, Fino is a light, airy

tapas restaurant and cocktail bar in which tortilla,
Galician-style octopus and other classics are cooked
with conviction and presented with flair. It has fine
sherries and a globe-trotting wine list. Moderate

Navarros

traditional Spanish

9 E1

67 Charlotte Street, W1 020 7637 7713

www.navarros.co.uk Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner Sat

The interior is a riot of Andalucian tiling and painted

furniture, while the menu features some of the capitals
most unusual Spanish dishes. Savour, for example,
the velvety, piquant grilled chicken with prawns in an
oloroso sherry and paprika sauce. This gem of a place
is favoured by many hispanophile Londoners. Cheap

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Sardo

pasta & other Italian classics

9 E1

45 Grafton Way, W1 020 7387 2521

www.sardo-restaurant.com
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

No-nonsense, squeaky-fresh Sardinian specialities are

presented in a bright, simply decorated space. Try the
likes of spaghetti bottariga (with dried mullet roe) or
grilled steak topped with Sardinian blue cheese,
served by delightful, knowledgeable staff. Moderate

Matsuri

Japanese fun

9 H2

71 High Holborn, WC1 020 7430 1970

www.matsuri-restaurant.com Open lunch & dinner MonSat

The team behind the acclaimed Matsuri in St Jamess

opened this more modern sister restaurant in 2002.
The sashimi (raw fish) and teppanyaki (grills) are as
authentically Japanese as youll find in London. If
youre on a budget, try a lunchtime bento box;
otherwise, the set menus are excellent. Expensive

Rock and Sole Plaice

fish & chips

9 G3

47 Endell Street, WC2 020 7836 3785

Open 11am11:30pm MonSat, noon11pm Sun

Founded in 1871, this Covent Garden fish and chip shop

has been run for the past 25 years by a Turkish Cypriot,
though the menu is traditional British. Expect crisp,
golden slabs of fish accompanied by mounds of chunky
chips and mugs of steaming tea. You can eat in, sit at
pavement tables in summer or take away. Cheap

Paul

French-style caf

9 G3

29 Bedford Street, WC2 020 7836 3304

www.paul.fr Open 7:30am9pm MonFri, 99 Sat & Sun

Youll find no more agreeable lunch stop around

Covent Garden than this exemplary Gallic patisserie/
caf. Exquisite breads, cakes, tarts and flans are sold
in the shop, or you can enjoy big salads, omelettes or
tartines (toasted bread with toppings) from the
elegant caf at the rear. Cheap
A great place to enjoy a snack from Pauls caf is St Pauls Churchyard, just off Bedford Street

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Restaurants
Rules

British through & through

9 G3

35 Maiden Lane, WC2 020 7836 5314

www.rules.co.uk
Open noon11:30pm daily (to 10:30pm Sun)

Open continuously since 1798, and owned by just

three families since then, Rules in Covent Garden is
the capitals oldest restaurant and it positively drips
with history. Venerable diners have included William
Makepeace Thackeray, Evelyn Waugh, Graham
Greene, Charlie Chaplin and Clark Gable.
The interior is a Victorian fantasy, with chandeliers
and spectacular coloured-glass skylights illuminating
walls lined with dark wood and crimson banquettes.
Everywhere you look are portraits, pastoral scenes
and animal trophies characteristic of the style of
grand English country houses. The restaurant is
particularly beautiful over Christmas, decked out in
traditional ornaments. Altogether, there are three
floors and several private dining rooms. One of the
rooms is named after the best-known author of the

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Victorian era, Charles Dickens, who was himself a

regular at this restaurant. However, what prevents
Rules being a mere Dickensian pastiche are the
slickness of its service and the supreme standard of
its food. The menu is carnivore heaven, and one of
the few places in London where you can sample
superb game especially wild duck and pheasant
much of which comes from Rules own estate,
Lartington Hall Park, in the High Pennines. (You can
sign up for a shooting party or fishing at the estate,
if you already have experience.)
Dont believe theres such a thing as high-quality
traditional British cuisine? An indulgent meal here of,
say, hare soup with armagnac, or Morecambe Bay
potted shrimps, or roast young grouse with celeriac
and damson sauce, or fillet of Highland venison with
wild mushrooms and Chartreuse sauce is guaranteed
to change your mind. Round off the experience with
sticky toffee pudding oozing butterscotch and vanilla
custard, or apple and blackberry crumble. Expensive

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Hazuki

mid-range Japanese

9 G4

43 Chandos Place, WC2 020 7240 2530

www.sushihazuki.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat & Sun

Hazuki nimbly bridges the gap between pricey, formal

Japanese restaurants and casual sushi bars. Its look
is contemporary, its staff efficient, its food exemplary.
Lunch dishes such as grilled belly pork with rice
and soup are particularly good value. Moderate

J Sheekey

fish, pure & simple

9 F3

2832 St Martins Court, WC2 020 7240 2565

www.caprice-holdings.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner daily (to midnight)

If you despair of ever getting a table at The Ivy (see p34),

fear not: its sister restaurant offers just as seductive a
setting, sublime food and lovely service. The emphasis
is on fish, and the ethos is to keep it simple. You
wont find a finer fish pie in London. Expensive

Cecconis

established Italian venue

9 E4

5A Burlington Gardens, W1 020 7434 1500

Open 8am11pm MonFri, 9am11pm Sat, 9am10pm Sun

A sleek thoroughbred of a restaurant, Cecconis manages to be both serious and fun, stylish yet relaxed.
Though its been around for decades, thoughtful
renovation has breathed new life into an old favourite.
The great cocktail menu survives, as does classic
Italian food using the freshest ingredients. Expensive

Le Caprice

classy comfort food

9 E4

Arlington House, Arlington Street, SW1 020 7629 2239

www.caprice-holdings.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner daily

Le Caprice has been a famous name on the London

dining scene for decades. Theres a 1980s monochrome
bistro look to the dcor, but the slick service and
modern European dishes never disappoint. Their fish
and chips with mushy peas is heavenly. Expensive

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The Wolseley

fashionable all-day haunt

9 E4

160 Piccadilly, W1 020 7499 6996

www.thewolseley.com
Open 7ammidnight MonFri, 9ammidnight Sat & Sun
(breakfast to 11:30am)

Chris Corbin and Jeremy King are the talented double

act behind the sustained success of the exclusive Ivy
(see p34) and Le Caprice (see p31) over the past
decade or so. Their involvement with these twin pillars
of the fashionable London preening-and-dining scene
may now be over, but their newest venture has become
just as essential a stop on the celebrity circuit.
The Wolseley occupies the opulent 1920s former
showroom of the eponymous car manufacturer. It has
been made over to resemble a grand Mittel-European

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caf, with a high vaulted ceiling, black-and-white tiled

floor and lashings of gilt and black coating the walls.
Highly professional staff serve up the type of reliable
mix-and-match international dishes that will be
familiar to anyone whos managed to bag a table at
Le Caprice or The Ivy in the past, though theres an
additional hearty Central European slant here to
match the surroundings.
You could go for a spicy steak tartare, earthy
cassoulet (meaty bean stew) or a superior hamburger,
or head east for a wiener schnitzel, a Hungarian
goulash or a German pancake-based dish called
Kaiserschmarren. Perhaps the Wolseleys greatest
strength, however, is that its open all day, even
offering breakfast and afternoon tea. Expensive
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Kiku

exceptionally good Japanese

8 D4

17 Half Moon Street, W1 020 7499 4208

www.kikurestaurant.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonSat, dinner only Sun

Decked out in light wood and with artful flower arrangements, this smart restaurant is a utilitarian stage for
virtuoso Japanese cuisine. The sushi is exemplary, as is
agedashi-dofu (deep-fried tofu and dried fish in a broth
with grated ginger and Japanese radish). Expensive

Tamarind

tandoori as it should be

8 D4

20 Queen Street, W1 020 7629 3561

www.tamarindrestaurant.com
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat & Sun

This Michelin-starred restaurant shows just how

varied and refined good Indian food can be. The
menus heart is the tandoor oven, stalwart of northwest India, from which emerge stunning meats, game,
fish and breads. Service is impeccable. Expensive

Kaya

rare Korean

8 D4

42 Albemarle Street, W1 020 7499 0622

Open lunch & dinner MonSat

The classiest of Londons Korean restaurants is a

serene spot in which to experience the subtleties of
this under-appreciated cuisine. Grilling your own food
on a tabletop griddle is fun, or you can rely on the
traditionally dressed staff to recommend piquant
dishes seldom encountered outside Korea. Moderate

Patara Thai

taste of Thailand

8 D3

3 & 7 Maddox Street, W1 020 7499 6008

Open lunch & dinner daily

The handful of London branches of this upmarket

Thai restaurant group offer an impressively authentic
overview of one of Asias most versatile cuisines.
Enjoy dishes such as black cod broth with ginger,
or chicken and pork dumplings, against a restful
backdrop of greenery and Thai antiques. Moderate

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Al Sultan

Middle Eastern delicacies

8 C5

5152 Hertford Street, W1 020 7408 1155/1166

www.alsultan.co.uk Open noonmidnight daily

For a taste of just how good high-class Lebanese

cuisine can be, head for this discreet Mayfair restaurant near Hyde Park Corner. The chargrilled meats are
superb, while the magnificent meze is thoroughly
authentic, right down to the range of offal offered.
Beid ghanam lambs testicles anyone? Moderate

Mmo/M

Moroccan restaurant/tearoom

9 E3

23 Heddon Street, W1 020 7434 4040

www.momoresto.com Restaurant open lunch & dinner
MonSat, dinner only Sun; tearoom open all day MonSat

Mourad Mazouzs fabulously theatrical restaurant,

Mmo, is an expensive treat, but you can also enjoy a
similar ambience next door in a tearoom-cum-bazaar.
Sip a mint tea or a fresh fruit juice while nibbling on
excellent sandwiches and meze. Expensive/Cheap

Golden Hind

perfect fish & chips

8 C2

73 Marylebone Lane, W1 020 7486 3644

Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

The finest chippie in W1 has been serving up prime

fish and chips since 1914. Bring your own booze (no
corkage charge) and make an evening of it, with a big
portion of moist, flaky haddock or cod, thinly coated
in crisp batter, alongside perfect chips, mushy peas
and home-made tartare sauce. Bliss. Cheap

The Hottest Tables in Town

Londons premier restaurants are world-class. The
problem for ordinary mortals is securing a table. Its
just possible that if you call on the day you might
strike lucky; otherwise, youll need to book months
in advance. Among these hallowed temples of
gastronomy are: Locanda Locatelli, the superlative
Italian run by the ebullient Giorgio Locatelli; Jamie

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Olivers much-publicised Fifteen; The Ivy, still the

posh bistro of choice for most celebrities; even
more fashionable Nobu, with its superb Japanese
fusion menu; quite possibly Londons finest
restaurant, Gordon Ramsay; and certainly the
capitals most expensive dining spot, gloriously
over-the-top Sketch. For all restaurant contact
details, see pp2201.

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Providores/Tapa Room

international

8 C1

109 Marylebone High Street, W1 020 7935 6175

www.theprovidores.co.uk Open lunch & dinner daily (brunch
Sat & Sun); Tapa Room 9am10:30pm daily (from 10am Sat & Sun)

New Zealander Peter Gordon helped introduce the

concept of fusion food to London when he opened
the much-lauded Sugar Club (see p25) in 1995. He
remains one of the few chefs capable of consistently
marrying diverse, pan-global ingredients harmoniously.
The good work continues at the Providores, a tiny,
simple dining space with an agreeably relaxed vibe,
and a regularly changing menu that might include
pork cheek braised with five spice, cardamom and
Turkish chilli on chorizo mash with pickled okra, or
roast New Zealand venison on black bean and chocolate stew with roast celeriac, green beans and quince
aoli. The ground-floor Tapa Room is a combination of
wine bar, breakfast bar and tapas bar. The Tapa in
question, though, is a ceremonial cloth used for
celebratory feasts throughout the Pacific. Expensive

The Orrery

modern European/French

8 C1

55 Marylebone High Street, W1 020 7616 8000

www.orrery.co.uk Open lunch & dinner daily

Of all Sir Terence Conrans London restaurants, the

Orrery is probably the classiest act (it is also very
expensive). This is a long, light, elegant dining space
with arched windows overlooking Marylebone Parish
Church gardens. The largely Gallic waiting staff are
extremely attentive and happy to talk you through the
French-leaning menu.
An indulgent evening here might commence with
seared sea scallops, pork belly and cauliflower,
moving on to fillet of Scottish beef with slow-cooked
oxtail, salsify (oyster plant) and red wine jus, before
ending with a fondant of Amedei chocolate with milk
ice cream. If you fancy something less than a full
meal, head for the Orrery Epicerie (on the corner of
Marylebone High Street and Beaumont Street), to find
tasty breakfasts, light lunches and snacks, plus
delicatessen products to take away. Expensive
In Londons top restaurants, prices are more accessible for lunch than dinner

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Restaurants
Phoenix Palace

a Chinese treat

8 B1

35 Glentworth Street, NW1 020 7486 3515

Open noon11:30pm MonSat, 11am10:30pm Sun

You need to venture beyond Chinatown to find

Londons best Chinese food. This smart Marylebone
restaurant is one of the finest as the number of
Cantonese clients here testifies. If youre feeling
adventurous, try the monthly specials menu. The
soup of the day is reliably tasty. Cheap

Original Tagines

North African

8 B2

7A Dorset Street, W1 020 7935 1545

www.originaltagines.com
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, all day Sat & Sun

If the scented, sweet-savoury allure of North African

cuisine has passed you by, visit this restaurant. The
eponymous tagines are excellent (and come in 11
versions try the chicken with preserved lemon),
as are the couscous dishes and grills. Moderate

La Galette

8 C1

French crpes

56 Paddington Street, W1 020 7935 1554

www.lagalette.com
Open 9am11pm MonFri, 10am11pm Sat & Sun

An authentic Breton crperie brings the thrifty delights

of crpes and galettes to a pricey part of town. Fill your
cup with strong cider and dig in to a galette complte
(ham, cheese, egg), followed by an indulgent crpe
with chestnut cream and crme Chantilly. Cheap

Maroush Gardens

Middle Eastern

8 A3

13 Connaught Street, W2 020 7262 0222

Branch: 21 Edgware Road 020 7723 0773
www.maroush.com Open all day (noonmidnight) daily

This classy, sober spot is one of Marouf Abouzakis

newer additions to the Maroush chain, and specializes in fish, though the classic Lebanese meze and
grills are equally fine. The atmosphere is a little more
refined than at livelier sibling Maroush I. Moderate

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Cinnamon Club

creative Indian

15 F1

Old Westminster Library, Great Smith St, SW1 020 7222 2555
www.cinnamonclub.com
Open breakfast, lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

A spacious library has been sensitively transformed

into one of Londons finest Indian restaurants. The
original parquet flooring remains, as do some of the
bookshelves, but theyve been augmented by marble
and stone imported from Rajasthan to create a lightfilled, spacious dining room. Vivek Singhs menu
combines Indian flavours with European culinary
techniques, as, for instance, in the French-inspired
use of sauce reductions. This results in exquisite
dishes such as clove-smoked tartare of Charolais beef
with pickled beetroot, tandoori breast of pheasant
with spiced mushroom sauce, and saffron-poached
pear with cinnamon ice cream. The restaurants
proximity to the Houses of Parliament means that
most of its clientele is curry-loving politicos and civil
servants but dont let that put you off. Expensive

Foliage

exquisite modern European

8 B5

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park Hotel,

66 Knightsbridge, SW1 020 7201 3723
www.mandarinoriental.com Open lunch & dinner daily

Some tables enjoy wonderful views out over Hyde

Park, and the food is beyond reproach. Dishes such
as roast saddle of rabbit, pithivier of wild mushrooms, asparagus, Alsace bacon and vanilla cream
will leave you stumbling for superlatives. Expensive

Patogh

superior kebabs

8 A2

8 Crawford Place, W1 020 7262 4015

Open noonmidnight daily

Its little more than a hole in the wall, but Patogh

offers the most richly satisfying chargrilled meats in
London. Choose from one of seven types of kebab,
squeeze around one of the handful of tables and
feast on a massive round of fresh flat bread, squeakyfresh salads and your meat of choice. Cheap

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Noura

14 D1

meze to astonish

16 Hobart Place, SW1 020 7235 9444

www.noura-brasseries.co.uk Open noon11pm daily

The glamorous atmosphere at this Lebanese

restaurant reflects its posh Belgravia location, but its
far from stuffy, and the quality of the food is superb.
Grilled meats dont come any finer, while the range of
hot and cold meze cannot help but impress, with
around 50 choices on offer. Moderate

Hunan

specialist Chinese

14 C3

51 Pimlico Road, SW1 020 7730 5712

Open lunch & dinner MonSat

Londons only restaurant specializing in the spicy

cuisine of Chinas westernmost province is a pint-size
treat. Leave your preconceptions about Chinese set
meals at the door and let the staff put together a
feast for you that youll long remember. The stuffed
baby squid with bitter melon is supreme. Moderate

Zuma

high-class sushi & more

14 A1

5 Raphael Street, SW7 020 7584 1010

www.zumarestaurant.com Open lunch & dinner daily

Zuma aims to provide a sophisticated metropolitan

take on traditional Japanese izakaya-style (informal
pub) dining. This being Knightsbridge, the result is
resolutely upmarket, though far from snobby. The
large dining room is clad in soothing earth tones,
with wood-slat screens dividing up the space. If
youre popping in on a whim, you can sit at the sushi
counter and watch expert chefs whip up a California
maki roll or some choice sashimi for you. Or pick
something like salt-grilled sea bass with burnt tomato
ginger relish from the robata grill.
The full menu includes Zuma specials like baby
chicken marinated in barley miso and oven-roasted in
cedar wood. The freshness and quality of ingredients
are exemplary. If you merely fancy a drink, theres a
lounge and sake bar, which offers more than 20
types of sake as well as cocktails. Expensive

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Zafferano

Italian greats

14 B1

15 Lowndes Street, SW1 020 7235 5800

Open lunch & dinner daily

Zafferano has long been recognized as one of the

capitals premier Italian restaurants. Its a discreet
place, where the emphasis is firmly on the food.
Dishes such as risotto with white truffle and chargrilled lamb with aubergine allow the quality of the
ingredients to shine through. Expensive

Racine

traditional French

14 A2

239 Brompton Road, SW3 020 7584 4477

Open lunch & dinner daily

This hugely popular French restaurant has made a

virtue out of simplicity. The dcor is ascetically plain
and the food is a glorious throwback to the days of
classic Gallic cuisine. Expect succulent daubes (braised
meat stews) and marmites (pot soups). For the
quality of the food, prices are a steal. Moderate

Tom Aikens

modern European creativity

14 A3

43 Elystan Street, SW3 020 7584 2003

Open lunch & dinner MonFri

Michelin-starred Tom Aikens made his name in the

1990s and is now undoubtedly one of the most gifted
chefs working in London. The sober, masculine tones
of the almost brutally plain dcor of his eponymous
restaurant leave diners in no doubt that this is a
serious restaurant for serious foodies. Even if you
balk at over-complex food, its hard not to admire the
attention to detail and careful balancing of colour,
texture and taste that distinguish his menu.
A typical meal might start with basil-marinated
scallops, courgettes and almond mousse, followed by
pigeon steamed with thyme, chestnut velout,
cannelloni and soft lettuce, and crowned with
pineapple roasted with vanilla and rum. If you can
stretch to a blow-out, you wont regret going for the
tasting menu; those with smaller budgets can still eat
like royalty with the set lunch. Expensive
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Restaurants
Tendido Cero

well-chosen tapas

13 G3

174 Old Brompton Road, SW5 020 7370 3685

www.cambiodetercio.com Open 11:30am11pm daily

Much of the tapas in London tend to be lacklustre,

but not so at Tendido Cero. This smart, sleek sibling
of upmarket Iberian stalwart Cambio de Tercio across
the road serves up the choicest Spanish cheeses,
hams and charcuterie. Theres no drinks licence, so
you have to bring your own alcohol. Moderate

The Painted Heron

Indian

13 H5

112 Cheyne Walk, SW10 020 7351 5232

www.thepaintedheron.com
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

Yogesh Dattas innovative, refined yet unfussy take

on traditional Subcontinental cuisine is evident in
dishes such as duck livers in tandoori spices, and
spinach and partridge curry. The restaurant is as
elegant and understated as the food. Moderate

Lots Road Pub

gastropub

13 G5

114 Lots Road, SW10 020 7352 6645

Open 11am11pm daily (to 10:30pm Sun)

There may be a gastropub with airy, stripped-down

dcor on almost every corner these days, but this
place remains one of the best. Its the friendliness of
the staff and the quality of the food that mark it out;
the ingredients are supremely fresh. You wont find a
better burger in London. Moderate

Chutney Mary

intimate Indian

13 G5

535 Kings Road, SW10 020 7351 3113

www.realindianfood.com
Open lunch & dinner Sat & Sun, dinner only MonFri

A stylish makeover of restaurant and menu confirmed

Chutney Mary as both a beacon of Indian culinary
excellence and a chic, romantic spot. The pan-Indian
menu exploits the depth and range of the countrys
cuisine, and service is impeccable. Expensive

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The River Caf

inspirational Italian

12 A5

Thames Wharf, Rainville Road, W6 020 7386 4200

www.rivercafe.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonSat, lunch only Sun

No London restaurant has had more influence on both

restaurant food and (with the spawning of five books)
home cooking than the River Caf. When Rose Gray and
Ruth Rogers opened up in 1987, most Italian eateries
were stuck in a 1970s candle-in-a-chianti-bottle time
warp. Their versions of simple Italian regional dishes,
carefully sourced and immaculately prepared, were
revelatory, and inspired a string of talented chefs who
worked in their kitchen Jamie Oliver among them

The Gate

vegetarian

(see Fifteen on p34). The restaurants appeal remains

undimmed today. You do, though, pay heavily for the
privilege, with few main courses under 25.The prices
and ambience are not caf-style.
A typical spring menu might include char-grilled
marinated leg of lamb with fresh borlotti beans, Swiss
and rainbow chard, and anchovy and rosemary sauce.
The relatively stark, utilitarian dining space was designed by architect Richard Rogers (Ruths husband)
within converted 19th-century warehouses. Its floorto-ceiling windows give access to a garden and the
river beyond. To enjoy the restaurant to the full, try to
book a table here in fine weather. Expensive

12 A3

51 Queen Caroline Street, W6 020 8748 6932

www.gateveg.co.uk Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner Sat

For more than a decade, brothers Adrian and Michael

Daniels have been running this classy, relaxed
Hammersmith restaurant. The food they serve
(aubergine schnitzel, Thai red curry) is so good that
even devoted meat-eaters wont feel hard done by.
Ask for a table in the leafy courtyard. Moderate
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Lisboa Patisserie

Portuguese caf

6 C2

57 Golborne Road, W10 020 8968 5242

Open 8am8pm MonSat, 8am7pm Sun

Today the heart of Londons sizeable Portuguese community may be south of the river around Stockwell
and Vauxhall, but Notting Hills Golborne Road is
home to one of the oldest and best-loved pastelarias
in town. Such has been the success of Lisboa
Patisserie that it has spawned a mini chain (currently
numbering four branches) across the capital, but the
original site is certainly the most fun to visit when the
Portobello Road market (see p159) is in full swing.
Portuguese cakes and tarts are the speciality, and
come in an impressive range and at low prices; you
wont find better or more authentic cinnamon-topped
pasteis de nata (custard tarts) in the city. Equally
fabled are the bolos de arroz (rice cakes) and the
castanhas de ovo (literally, egg chestnut, a sweet,
eggy nugget). Savouries are sold too try the pasteis
de bacalhau (salt cod and potato cakes). Cheap

S&M Caf

bangers n mash

6 D3

268 Portobello Road, W10 020 8968 8898

Open 11am11pm MonThu, 9am11pm FriSun

Less is more at the Sausage & Mash Caf, in terms of

dcor and menu. Choose your type of sausage
(including veggie options), mash and gravy, and feast
on the likes of wild boar sausages with calvados and
apples, or pork sausages with bubble and squeak,
mash and red onion gravy. Cheap

E&O

Oriental in style

6 C3

14 Blenheim Crescent, W11 020 7229 5454

Open lunch & dinner daily

This western sister to the Great Eastern Dining Room

(see p48) is every bit as chic as its counterpart. It
draws in the beautiful people of Notting Hill to preen,
pout and gaze about while nibbling on the seriously
tasty mix-and-match Oriental dishes. A great choice
for vegetarians. Moderate

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Al Waha

Middle Eastern

7 E3

75 Westbourne Grove, W2 020 7229 0806

www.waha-uk.com Open noonmidnight daily

This gracious restaurant offers some of the best Lebanese food around town in modest, tranquil surroundings (the name means the oasis). Vegetarians are
well catered for in the list of almost 50 hot and cold
meze, and its always worth trying the daily specials.
The set meals are particularly good value. Moderate

Magic Wok

cheap & cheerful Chinese

7 F3

100 Queensway, W2 020 7792 9767

Open noon10:30pm daily

Queensway has long been a centre for Chinese

culinary excellence, and Magic Wok has been in its
vanguard for many years. The dcor is thoroughly
undistinguished, but the food shines out. Stick to the
specials menu and you cant go wrong; the rich,
flavourful hot pot dishes are especially good. Cheap

Satay House

traditional Malaysian

7 H2

13 Sale Place, W2 020 7723 6763

www.satayhouse.com Open lunch & dinner daily

For toothsome, freshly cooked Malaysian food you

cant beat this modest little Paddington restaurant. A
lively, multinational crowd head here for classic rice
and noodle dishes, and such delicacies as deep-fried
sea bass cooked in salted beans, and fermented
durian fruit with anchovies and turmeric leaves. Cheap

Chain Restaurants
For conveyor-belt sushi head for Yo! Sushi or venture a little further upmarket at Itsu, where the belt
delivers up dishes from all over Southeast Asia.
Groundbreaking noodle bar group Wagamama is
still the business for huge bowls of ramen (noodle
soup) in a canteen atmosphere, while theres a
more intimate vibe at pan-Oriental mini-chain

Busaba Eathai. Venturing further west across the

globe, Masala Zone has done for Indian food what
Wagamama did for Japanese. Reaching Europe, you
cant beat Strada for wood-fired pizza, pasta and
Italian staples. More unusual is idiosyncratic
Belgian moules-frites specialist Belgo, while the
dishes served at Giraffe span the world. For all
restaurant details, see pp2201.

You may have to queue at canteens and conveyor-belt restaurants such as Wagamama and Yo! Sushi

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Restaurants

Moro

Spanish & North African

4 A5

3436 Exmouth Market, EC1 020 7833 8336

www.moro.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner Sat
(private functions only for Sat lunch & all day Sun)

Few restaurants have attracted plaudits as unanimous

and enthusiastic as those applied to Moro since it
opened in 1997. Confusingly named husband-andwife team Sam and Sam Clark shared their culinary
schooling at the pioneering Eagle gastropub (see
below) just down the road, and also at the celebrated
River Caf (see p41) in Hammersmith. From these two
gastronomic beacons theyve adopted the sensible

The Eagle

the original gastropub

policy of letting the quality of fine ingredients shine

through in simple dishes. Their unique contribution
to both the concept and the London food scene
comes from applying these principles to an inspired
crossover of Spanish and North African cuisine (as
the name Moro, meaning Moor in Spanish, implies).
The results can be sampled in, say, a meal of ajo
blanco (Spanish garlic and almond soup), followed
by quail baked in flatbread, with rosewater and
cardamom ice cream to finish. If you only want to
snack, tapas are available from the long zinc bar that
runs along one side of the casual though often
frenetically noisy dining room. Moderate

10 A1

159 Farringdon Road, EC1 020 7837 1353

Open all day from noon MonSat, lunch only Sun

Credited with starting the gastropub revolution that

has now swept the country, The Eagle is still up there
with the best of its progeny more than a decade later.
Garrulous media folk pack out the tightly packed
tables and feast on perfectly cooked rustic stomachfillers and grilled meats. Moderate

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Fish Central

fish & chips in style

4 C5

14951 Central Street, EC1 020 7253 4970

www.fishcentral.co.uk Open lunch & dinner MonSat

An oasis of value and charm in the overpriced and

often unfriendly City, Fish Central was converted in
2003 from a takeaway with attached dining room into
a swish, minimalist restaurant. Yet the prices are still
low, the welcome cheery and the food superb
haddock in matzo is a slice of piscine heaven. Cheap

Flneur Food Hall

modern European

10 A1

41 Farringdon Road, EC1 020 7404 4422

Open 9am10pm MonSat, 9am6pm Sun

Eating a meal in a grocery shop might not seem

appealing, but high-ceilinged Flneur is a superior
seller of choice comestibles, and its restaurant offers
a similarly elevated menu of contemporary dishes.
The emphasis is on fresh ingredients. Rich cakes
dominate the desserts selection. Moderate

Smiths of Smithfield

modern European 10 B2

6777 Charterhouse Street, EC1 020 7251 7950

www.smithsofsmithfield.co.uk Caf open breakfast & lunch
daily; dining room open lunch & dinner SunFri

Revelling in the industrial chic of bare brick and raw

concrete, Smiths is a multi-floor venue successfully
combining a buzzing bar-caf (brunch is a must), a
lively dining room, and a polished restaurant catering
to City high-flyers. Moderate/Expensive

The Sutton Arms

proper gastropub

10 B1

6 Carthusian Street, EC1 020 7253 0723

Open lunch & dinner MonFri

This reconstructed pub on the fringes of the City is

everything a good gastropub should be: solid,
stripped back, unselfconscious. Within the small,
dark, wood-clad upstairs dining room you can enjoy
robust dishes, such as smoked haddock chowder
and roast chicken with fennel. Moderate

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St John

iconic British restaurant

4 B5

26 St John Street, EC1 020 7251 0848/4998

www.stjohnrestaurant.com
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

Chef Fergus Henderson has been in the vanguard of

modern British cooking since this unique restaurant
opened in 1994. His philosophy of nose to tail eating
no part of an animal is off limits has led to the
creation of classic, no-compromise dishes such as
roast bone marrow and parsley salad, and veal tongue,
beetroot and pickled walnut. But faint hearts need
not fear: less offbeat gems include boiled ham,
carrots and parsley sauce, and veal chop with chicory
and anchovy. Desserts are straight from the nursery:
apple crumble and custard, and hot chocolate pudding.
There are no decorative frills to detract from the
supreme quality of the food in this eccentric building
that is part Georgian townhouse, part former smokehouse. An on-site bakery and bar offer snacks such
as welsh rarebit, and tripe and chips. Expensive

Caf Spice Namaste

Indian

11 F3

16 Prescot Street, E1 020 7488 9242

www.cafespice.co.uk Open lunch & dinner MonSat

No-one has done more than Bombay-born chef Cyrus

Todiwala to revitalize British Indian restaurants for the
21st century. He opened Caf Spice Namaste in Whitechapel in 1995, and it remains one of the capitals
premier Subcontinental dining destinations a decade
later. A central bar separates the two dining rooms,
which are decorated in fiery colours to reflect the zip
of a menu that marries traditional Indian culinary techniques with unusual ingredients. Sample the delights
of venison tikka flavoured with roasted fennel, star
anise and cinnamon, and fresh buffalo mozzarella
served with Parsee-style pickle and sarias (crackers).
Or experience the depth of flavour in a classic lamb
dansak. Even the home-made pickles and chutneys
that accompany the pre-meal pappadoms are exceptional. You can enjoy Indian nibbles and bottles of icy
Cobra lager in the beer garden, too. Moderate

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Club Gascon

hearty French

10 B2

57 West Smithfield EC1 020 7796 0600

Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat

The earthy flavours of Southwest France are Club

Gascons speciality, with foie gras prominent on a
menu that features a range of small courses rather
than the traditional starter-main-dessert. Some of the
dishes raise a smile: wild sea bass might come with a
surprised turnip (a tiny root veg topped with foam),
or your apple pie could arrive seemingly empty, only
for you to realize that the filling is within the accompanying ice cream. The presentation is as imaginative
as the food, with courses appearing on slate, glass
and ceramic tiles as well as china. If your budget will
stretch to it, order the five-course degustation menu;
each dish is paired with a different glass of wine. A
couple of doors away, Cellar Gascon serves up
cheaper, but equally fine, bistro food to accompany a
superb selection of Gallic wines. Staff are cheery,
confident and utterly professional. Expensive

Les Trois Garons

characterful French

5 F5

1 Club Row, E1 020 7613 1924

www.lestroisgarcons.com Open dinner daily

A welcome antidote to minimalism, this joyously overthe-top Gallic eaterie heaves with stuffed animals,
Murano glass chandeliers and baroque bric-a-brac
(all for sale). Yet, the food is straight-down-the-line
classic French of a high order. Not cheap, but worth it
for a unique dining experience. Expensive

Cantaloupe

trend-setting Mediterranean

5 E5

35 Charlotte Road, EC2 020 7613 4411

www.cantaloupegroup.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat & Sun

This versatile bar-restaurant is still a trailblazer of the

trendy Hoxton/Shoreditch scene, but doesnt sacrifice
substance for appearance. The setting is revamped
industrial, and theres plenty of fire and imagination
on the short, Mediterranean-slanted menu. Moderate
Restaurants in the City are very busy at lunchtime, but often very quiet in the evenings

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Great Eastern Dining Room

Oriental

5 E5

546 Great Eastern Street, EC2 020 7613 4545

www.greateasterndining.co.uk Open noonmidnight
MonThu, noon1am Fri, 6pm1am Sat

The lively, noisy GEDR draws in a young, fashionable

crowd for artfully conceived oriental treats like pork
and prawn dumplings, rare beef salad with red chilli
dressing, and lemongrass and ginger pannacotta.
(See also E&O, p42.) Moderate

Real Greek

real Greek

5 E5

1415 Hoxton Market, N1 020 7739 8212

Branch: 14042 St John St, EC1 020 7253 7234
www.therealgreek.co.uk Open lunch & dinner MonSat

The moribund London Greek restaurant scene was

given a life-saving shot in the arm when Theodore
Kyriakou opened this stylish place in 1999. Dishes
rarely encountered outside Greece are cooked with
conviction and served with a smile. Moderate

Viet Hoa

the original Vietnamese

5 E4

7072 Kingsland Road, E2 020 7729 8293

Open lunch & dinner daily

Hoxton has a sizeable and vibrant Vietnamese community, and this airy, one-time local canteen was the
first place in London to bring the sharp, clean flavours
of their cuisine to a non-native audience. Its still packing the crowds in, and you wont find a better bowl of
pho (meat and noodle soup) in town. Cheap

Green Papaya

neighbourhood Vietnamese

5 H1

191 Mare Street, E8 020 8985 5486

Open dinner TueSun

Hackney is home to a great mix of ethnicities, a fact

reflected in its diverse community cafs. Green Papaya
is a step up in terms of dcor (stripped floorboards,
crimson walls, candlelight and a lovely garden) and
cooking. Try a classic noodle soup or go for something
more unusual from the daily specials menu. Cheap

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Gallipoli

4 B2

day-long meze

102 Upper Street, N1 020 7359 0630

Open 10am11pm MonThu, 10ammidnight Fri & Sat

Islingtons Upper Street is lined with restaurants, and

one of the most popular is this cracking Turkish bistro.
The atmosphere is lively, and the food fresh, generously proportioned and cheap. As well as a fine all-day
breakfast, theres a long menu of authentic Turkish
dishes, especially meze and grilled meats. Cheap

The Drapers Arms

great gastropub

4 A2

44 Barnsbury Street, N1 020 7619 0348

www.thedrapersarms.co.uk
Open lunch & dinner MonSat, lunch only Sun

Of all the Islington gastropubs, none provides a

better all-round package of great food, convivial
ambience and willing service than the Drapers. Youll
pay West End prices in the airy first-floor restaurant,
but the globe-trotting menu is topnotch. Moderate

The House

prize-winning gastropub

4 B1

639 Canonbury Road, N1 020 7704 7410

www.inthehouse.biz
Open lunch & dinner TueSun, dinner only Mon

North London is awash with gastropubs, but few

come close to matching the award-winning House for
quality of food. The setting is relaxed and friendly,
with a modern, stripped-down bar area, an open fire
in winter and a decked terrace and beer garden for
when the sun shines. Its only when you start
exploring the menu, though, that you understand why
this place has become many Islingtonians favourite
spot to eat. Theres a French emphasis to the dishes,
such as roast sea bass with piperade (saut
peppers), olive tapenade and langoustine oil, and
terrine of chicken, sweetbreads, Grelot onions and
foie gras wrapped in Parma ham. Theres also a
superb, varied brunch menu at weekends and
good-value lunch and pre-theatre set meals.
Not cheap, but absolutely worth it. Moderate

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Odettes

romantic modern European

2 B2

130 Regents Park Road, NW1 020 7586 5486

Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat, lunch only Sun

One of North Londons best-loved restaurants,

Odettes is a prime spot for a romantic dinner deux.
Though it was given a sensitive renovation in 2003,
it retains all the old-fashioned idiosyncrasy that has
long endeared it to the moneyed media folk of
Primrose Hill. Scores of gilded mirrors reflect
candlelight around the intimate dining rooms,
providing a seductive setting for adventurous but not
over-fussy contemporary cooking.
Pithivier of rabbit with white bean cream would be
a typical starter; for mains, chargrilled leg of lamb
with Italian seasoning, roasted artichokes and
fondant potatoes, or loin of veal with herb gnocchi
and fresh peas. The wine list is also notable, and
features an impressively international spread of
vintages. Service can be a touch uneven, but overall
Odettes is a North London jewel. Expensive

El Parador

superior tapas

3 E4

245 Eversholt Street, NW1 020 7387 2789

Open lunch & dinner MonFri, dinner only Sat & Sun

An oasis of Iberia in the unpromising area between

Euston station and Camden Town, El Parador is at its
best in the summer, when the dining room and
basement are augmented by a small garden. The
tapas are better than the London norm, with fresh,
high-quality ingredients to the fore. Cheap

Caf Corfu

Greek delights

3 E2

7 Pratt Street, NW1 020 7267 8088

www.cafecorfu.com Open all day from noon TueSun

Many Greek restaurants in London are lacklustre. Not

so Caf Corfu, which offers an excitingly varied menu
of rarely encountered specialities from the Greek
mainland and islands, as well as classic roast lamb
dishes. The setting is lively, stylish and thoroughly
contemporary, and service spot-on. Moderate

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Manna

vegetable dishes from heaven

2 B2

4 Erskine Road, NW3 020 7722 8028

www.manna-veg.com
Open dinner only MonSat, lunch & dinner Sun

Serving well-crafted dishes for more than 40 years,

Manna is still noteworthy among vegetarian restaurants. Tuck in to a meal of, say, soba noodle salad,
organic fennel schnitzel, and star anise brle
accompanied by a fine organic beer or wine. Moderate

The Lansdowne

reliable gastropub

2 C2

90 Gloucester Avenue, NW1 020 7483 0409

Open dinner only TueSat, lunch & dinner Sun

The Lansdowne has long been one of the capitals

premier gastropubs, and its standards remain as high
as ever. Snacks can be ordered from the chalkboard
in the lively downstairs bar, or go for something more
substantial on the short, reliable menu in the posher
red-and-black-clad first-floor restaurant. Moderate

Mango Room

the best Caribbean in town

2 D1

10 Kentish Town Road, NW1 020 7482 5065

www.mangoroom.co.uk
Open dinner only Mon, lunch & dinner TueSat, lunch only Sun

First-class Caribbean food is scarce in London and

almost never found in a restaurant as stylish as the
Mango Room. Jerk chicken and curried goat are
classics. Creole snapper with mango and green peppercorn sauce is an unusual alternative. Moderate

The Wells

gastropub with a view

1 B4

30 Well Walk, NW3 020 7794 3785

www.thewellshampstead.co.uk Open lunch & dinner daily

Enjoy the views of leafy Hampstead from the spacious,

streamlined first-floor restaurant of this pub, while
you savour the menu of well-honed comfort food
rich, calorie-packed and utterly irresistible. For a
blow-out, try the classic Chateaubriand with thricecooked chips, followed by custard tart. Moderate
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Base

2 C4

light Mediterranean cuisine

71 Hampstead High Street, NW3 020 7431 2224

www.basefoods.com Bistro open 8am6pm daily;
restaurant open dinner TueSat

By day, a local clientele packs out the bistro, chatting

animatedly over light, bright Mediterranean food (grilled
vegetable salads, seared tuna, risotto). By night, the
upstairs dining room takes centre stage for similar
fare in marginally more formal surrounds. Moderate

Kovalam

great-value, high-quality Indian

12 Willesden Lane, NW6 020 7625 4761 1 Kilburn

Open lunch & dinner daily

Willesden Lane in Kilburn is something of a mecca for

fans of good, cheap South Indian food, and Kovalam
is probably the pick of the bunch. The dcor may be
humble, but the depth of flavour in its superb Keralan
dishes is regal try the breadfruit curry. Many dishes
are suitable for vegetarians. Cheap

Blueprint Caf

European by the river

11 F5

Design Museum, Shad Thames, SE1 020 7378 7031

www.conran.com Open lunch & dinner MonSat, lunch Sun

The twin attractions of this classy restaurant its

certainly no caf within the Design Museum are
expansive views of the Thames and a daily-changing,
Italian-leaning menu. The room is a no-nonsense
setting for superior peasant food, such as roast
partridge with cabbage and bacon. Expensive

Champor-Champor

Malaysian fusion

10 D5

62 Weston Street, SE1 020 7403 4600

www.champor-champor.com Open dinner MonSat

Primary colours burst from the walls of this lively little

restaurant, reflecting the zesty flavours on the inventive menu. The essence is Malaysian, but with pan-Asian
influences. Typical dishes include steamed tilapia
with turmeric leaf, crab and coconut bisque, and
masala lamb fillet with aubergine mousse. Moderate

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Tas

uncommonly good Turkish

10 A5

33 The Cut, SE1 020 7928 1444

www.tasrestaurant.com Open all day from noon daily

Named after a traditional Anatolian cooking pot, Tas

has proved that high-quality Turkish cooking and a
contemporary setting can harmonize. The menu is
strong on grilled meats and perkily fresh meze, with a
huge choice for vegetarians. Add in friendly staff and
fair prices, and you have a winner. Moderate

Livebait

fish in myriad forms

10 A5

415 The Cut, SE1 020 7928 7211

www.santeonline.co.uk/livebait
Open all day from noon MonSat

With its cheery tiled interior and booth seating,

Livebait looks like a classy fish and chip shop. But this
wont prepare you for the wonderful menu roving from
the simple pleasures of a bowl of cockles to the
epicurean heights of oven-roast halibut. Moderate

Mesn Don Felipe

authentic Spanish

10 A5

53 The Cut, SE1 020 7928 3237

Open all day from noon MonSat

For many hispanophiles this perennially packed little

tapas bar is as close as you can get in London to the
real thing. Regulars perch at the huge bar in the
middle of the room, while friendly staff distribute
melting bacalao (deep-fried salt cod), broad beans
with ham, and perfect tortilla. Cheap

Masters Super Fish

fish & chips

10 A5

191 Waterloo Road, SE1 020 7928 6924

Open dinner Mon, lunch & dinner TueSat

Clad in dark wood and exposed brick, this is much

better than the average chippie. True, you can get a
classic codnchips with mushy peas, but theres also
fresh Cromer crab and crisp, mustard-coated haddock
for the more adventurous. A favoured haunt of
London cab drivers who know a thing or two. Cheap

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Oxo Tower

fine food and fabulous views

10 A4

Top floor, Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House St, SE1

020 7803 3888
www.harveynichols.com Open lunch & dinner daily

There are few locations in London as spectacular as

the top floor of the Oxo Tower. Floor-to-ceiling glass
walls and a 250-ft (90-m) long terrace allow uninterrupted views over the Thames. Its stunning, and
yours to admire for the price of a drink at the sleek bar.
Eating here will make a greater dent in your wallet,
though the cost is justified by the consistently high
standard of the creative modern European food
served at the relaxed Brasserie and more formal
Restaurant. Lunch at the Brasserie might consist of
chilli crab with egg linguine, followed by sea bass and
warm halloumi, and finishing with coconut parfait with
passion fruit. The refinement of the menu (and prices)
rise in the Restaurant, with such delicacies as warm
salad of quail with foie gras and truffle, monkfish with
oxtail or pink grapefruit with Campari sorbet. Both
venues serve more affordable set lunches. Expensive

Tsunami

way-out Japanese

57 Voltaire Road, SW4 020 7978 1610 1 Clapham North

Open dinner MonFri, all day (12:3011:30pm) Sat

Tsunami is one of that rare breed of restaurants that

thrill and satisfy in equal proportions. The first
surprise is finding such a smart, stylish space just off
Claphams workaday high street. With its ascetically
plain dcor and nattily attired staff, it has an air of
both simplicity and sophistication. A similar balance
is found on the menu, which combines classic
Japanese cooking excellent, biting-fresh sashimi,
sushi and tempura with originality and imagination.
Witness the mingling of sauted foie gras with Asian
pear and truffle, quail with ginger honey soy, and the
green tea tiramisu.
There are parallels between Tsunami and ultra-chic
Nobu (see p34), where some of the staff trained, but
Tsunami is free of attitude, and theres no need to
book months in advance. Expensive

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Ransomes Dock

modern European

3537 Parkgate Road, SW11 020 7223 1611

1 Clapham Common
Open lunch & dinner MonSat, 123:30pm Sun

Perched on the edge of a small inlet off the Thames,

ingredients are well chosen, and organic where
possible. The Wine List, overseen by owner Martin
Lam, is outstanding for its range and good value. The
kitchen shows an instinct for flavour combinations
but dishes are kept agreeably simple. Moderate

Le Petit Max

Chez Bruce

Battersea bistro

2 Bellevue Road, SW17 020 8672 0114 Wandsworth Common

www.chezbruce.co.uk Open lunch & dinner daily

Few establishments are as universally admired (and

enjoyed) as Bruce Pooles longstanding Wandsworth
restaurant. The traditions of French cuisine provide
the framework, but expect inspired borrowings from
elsewhere in Europe and a focus on seasonal
ingredients. Relaxed, knowledgeable staff add to a
sophisticated yet easygoing atmosphere. Moderate

Battersea bistro

Riverside Plaza, 14 Chatfield Road, SW11 020 7223 0999

Wandsworth or Clapham Junction
Open 10am10:30pm MonSat, 10am2:30pm Sun

Over the last decade Max Renzland has been behind

some of Londons most inventive and consistently
excellent French restaurants. Most have been located
in obscure parts of southwest London; this one is
sited in an unprepossessing riverside development in
Battersea. The dominant feature of the interior is a
handsome 1930s mahogany bar imported from Lille.
Le Petit Max is essentially a reasonably priced
bistro. The menu du jour is particularly good value,
but the carte is also within the reach of most budgets.
A typically earthy meal could start with boudin noir
(blood sausage) with potato salad, then braised
shoulder of milk-fed Pyrenean lamb with haricot
beans and garlic, finishing with rum baba, red fruits
and Chantilly. Moderate

Putney Bridge Restaurant

French

2 Lower Richmond Road, The Embankment, SW15

020 8780 1811 1 Putney Bridge
www.putneybridgerestaurant.com
Open lunch & dinner MonSat, lunch only Sun

The award-winning glass-and-steel building does

impress, but the lovely river views and impeccable food
are the main attractions. The airy dining room provides
a serene setting for French haute cuisine. Expensive
In pubs or restaurants away from the centre of town, Sunday lunch can be great value

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shopping
Londons retail landscape is as
diverse as the city itself, yielding
up traditional tailors and radical
fashion designers, antiquarian
booksellers and alternative record
shops, luxury department stores
and gritty markets. Of course, it
has its fair share of international
chains, but you dont have to travel
far off the beaten track to find
quirky contemporary boutiques
and time-honoured delicatessens.

TOP CHOICES

shopping

FLAGSHIP STORES

OBJETS DART

SHOES & ACCESSORIES

Paul Smith

Mint

Jimmy Choo

120 Kensington Park Rd, W11

70 Wigmore St, W1

169 Draycott Ave, SW3

The interior of this fabulous

Regency house is casually strewn
with Paul Smiths refined yet cheeky
tailoring. (See p84)

A miscellany of antique and modern

homewares, furniture and lighting.
Pieces by recent design graduates
add to the mix. (See p73)

Jimmy Choos is a treasure trove

of glamorous and decadent shoes,
from diamant sandals to sleek,
knee-high boots. (See p77)

Joseph

Graham & Green

Lulu Guinness

77 Fulham Rd, SW3

4 & 10 Elgin Crescent, W11

3 Ellis St, SW1

Contemporary tailoring for men and

women. The Essentials shop, Gigi
boutique and caf are across the
street. (See p77)

Stocking everything from Mongolian

cushions to cool Modernist lamps,
at equally wide-ranging prices, this
is a great place to browse. (See p85)

Guinnesss apparently endless

variations on the humble bag transform it into an object of veneration.
Witty, fun and expensive. (See p77)

Stella McCartney

Aram

30 Bruton St, W1

110 Drury Lane, WC1

McCartneys Mayfair townhouse

is a glamorous setting for slinky
dresses and beautifully cut suits.

Classic Gropius and Aalto furniture,

and pieces by young British designers are displayed in a slick
showroom. (See p60)

For a fantastic range of cheap and

fashionable accessories, check out
TopShop (see p68) or the revamped
New Look chain.

(See p70)

More dash than cash? Visit Designer

Bargains at 29 Kensington Church
Street for a good selection of barely
second-hand attire.

Camden Passage
Off Upper St, N1

This pedestrian street behind the

modish shops of Upper Street is
lined with antique shops of all
kinds. (See p90)

The Conran Shop

Philip Treacy

Michelin House, 81 Fulham Rd, SW3

69 Elizabeth St, SW1

Occupying the former headquarters

of Michelin, Conrans elegant homewares share house room with a
couple of great eateries. (See p78)

On swanky Elizabeth Street,

Philip Treacy produces dashing hats,
as well as offering a bespoke service. (See p76)

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BEST OF BRITISH

VINTAGE & RETRO

shopping

DESIGNER COUTURE

Neals Yard Dairy

Rokit

Oki-ni

17 Shorts Gardens, WC2

Brick Lane, E1

25 Saville Row, W1

This outstanding cheesemongers

produce is sourced mostly from
independent UK producers. Also at
Borough Market. (See pp62 & 163)

This spacious, two-shop outlet is

packed with 60s and 70s vintage
wear, notably well-worn leather
jackets and 70s T-shirts. (See p88)

The gallery-style shop of this BritishJapanese group displays pieces

designed in collaboration with labels
such as Levis and Evisu. (See p68)

James Smith & Sons

Persiflage

The World According To

53 New Oxford St, WC1

Alfies Antiques Market, Church St, NW8

6 Conduit St, W1

Stalwarts of urbanity since 1830, the

Smiths make canes and umbrellas
so dapper that rain is almost
welcome. (See p63)

Persiflage is a tiny shop with modest

prices, some 19th-century clothes
and great 1920s pieces.

This funky boutique showcasing hot

talent such as Boudicca and Peter
Jensen reputedly attracts
fashionista Kate Moss. (See p67)

Classic clothes emporia

Burberry and Pringle have
recently metamorphosed from
bastions of tradition into cool
brands (see p69).

On Thursdays, Londons hottest

young designers display their latest
creations at Spitalfields Market (see
p161). Sniff out some beautifully crafted
garments at preview prices.

A. Gold

Portobello Green

aQuaint

42 Brushfield St, E1

Portobello Rd at Cambridge Gdns, W11

38 Monmouth St, WC2

This little deli sells mainly British

produce, such as Cumberland
sausages and cider brandy from the
West Country. (See p87)

On Fridays and Saturdays, this

market sells new designs and an
excellent mix of second-hand and
vintage clothing. (See p83)

The ready-to-wear range in this

young London designers store
makes good use of luxurious
materials. (See p61)

Smythson

Browns

40 New Bond St, W1

2327 South Molton St, W1

Top-quality stationer Smythson

offers elegant leather-bound diaries
and notebooks, and watermarked
correspondence sets. (See p69)

Selfridges has a huge range of top-name brands all under one roof (see p71)

Five interlinked boutiques sell

top designer labels. Across the
street, Browns Focus features
hip young designs. (See p70)

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Floral Street

big names & small boutiques

9 G3

Cobbled pedestrian street in Covent Garden, WC2

For individual shop details, see pp21011

This winding lane tucked behind Covent Garden

Market is packed with well-known fashion stores
ranging from young, trendy labels, for example Diesel
StyleLab, to established designer names such as Paul
Smith, Ted Baker, Agns B, Nicole Farhi and Camper.
Dotted among these are some unusual shops, such
as Kirk Originals, which sells colourful, retro-inspired
eyewear (at No. 29); Burro for clothing with logos and
patterns (also at No. 29); and Jones, which displays
supercool designer menswear (Raf Simons, Jo CaselyHayford, et al) in an extraordinary industrial setting at
Nos. 1315. Posh combatwear is the theme at
Maharishi, where a jungle-like interior comes
complete with palm trees and mini military helicopters
(No. 19a). The Tintin Shop (No. 34) is devoted to the
famous Belgian comic strip, selling books in several
languages, posters, T-shirts and other themed items.

Vertigo

original film posters

9 G3

22 Wellington Street, WC2 020 7836 9252

www.vertigogalleries.com Open 116:30 MonFri, 115:30 Sat

This light-filled little gallery showcases original movie

posters and lobby cards (small posters displayed in
American cinemas). The selection and prices range
from affordable modern items to rarities going for
thousands. For an original gift idea, choose a film
from someones birth year, or one with a British theme.

Aram

iconic modern furniture

9 G3

110 Drury Lane, WC2 020 7557 7557

www.aram.co.uk Open 106 MonSat (107 Thu)

A champion of contemporary design since the 1960s,

Aram now has a vast converted warehouse to show
off its modern-classic furniture to stunning effect.
Wandering around its five floors, admiring iconic
pieces by Le Corbusier and Eileen Gray, is like visiting
a museum. Indeed, the shop hosts regular exhibitions.

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Monmouth Street

girls pampering zone

9 F3

Covent Garden, WC2

For individual shop details, see pp21011

Monmouth Street is rapidly turning into Boutique

Central, with a line-up of classy shops. At No. 23 is
Londons chicest sex shop, Coco de Mer, selling
beautiful lingerie (some emblazoned with discreet
pornographic prints), a range of tasteful sex toys such
as arty, coloured-glass dildos, and erotic books. The
dcor is neo-Victorian with crimson floral wallpaper,
and the dressing rooms have a peephole concealed
behind a picture through which your partner can spy
on you from a hidden chamber next door very kinky.
American skincare supremo Kiehls is at No. 29.
The companys excellent products, based on natural
ingredients, are instantly recognizable in their

no-frills packaging. Be warned, however theyre far

more expensive here than in the US. Poste Mistress
at Nos. 613 has the feel of a 1970s boudoir, with
designer shoes from the likes of Angelo Figus and
Pucci perched amid kitsch, framed photos and
burgundy velvet pouffes.
The talented buyer at Koh Samui (Nos. 657)
always selects exciting pieces from well-known
designers (Dries Van Noten, Miu Miu, Clements
Ribeiro), plus cutting-edge offerings by up-andcoming talent. The jewellery and accessories are
especially creative. Across the street at aQuaint
(No. 38), Ashley Ishams grown-up, tailored-yetfeminine womenswear hangs side by side with neat
modern clothing by British designers Emma Cook and
Boyd, and exquisite, expensive frocks by Lanvin.

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Earlham Street

bustling street market

9 F3

At the Seven Dials intersection, Covent Garden, WC2

For individual shop details, see pp21011

The west end of Earlham Street is packed with market

stalls hawking cheap T-shirts and casual clothes.
Sprawling over several stalls is The Wild Bunch florist,
which offers a wide array of good-quality blooms. The
shops lining the street are mainly funky fashion
chains, including global surf-skate-style brand Stssy
at No. 19, futuristic club label Cyberdog at No. 9 and
expanding British chain All Saints at No. 5, which
sells cool clothes and jeanswear for men and women.
Adding to the mix is traditional ironmonger
F W Collins & Son at No. 14, which opened in 1835
when the area still had a reputation as a meeting-place
of criminals. A branch of design bookshop Magma is at
No. 8 (see also p86). At the east end of Earlham Street
are the surf/skatewear shops of the Thomas Neal
Centre and hip young American clothing/home
emporium Urban Outfitters, at Nos. 4256.

Neals Yard Dairy

British cheeses

9 G3

17 Shorts Gardens, WC2 020 7240 5700

www.nealsyarddairy.co.uk
Open 116:30 MonThu, 106:30 Fri & Sat

The very smell of this tiny shop will have cheese-lovers

swooning. The counter and shelves groan under the
weight of massive whole cheeses. Regional gems by
independent producers include Colston Bassett Stilton,
Lincolnshire Poacher and Montgomerys Cheddar.

Size?

9 G3

trendy trainer store

1719 Neal Street, WC2 020 7240 1736

Open 9:307:30 (to 8pm Thu), noon6 Sun

Sneaker freaks will be in their natural habitat at this

always-busy shop, which sells big names such as
Converse, Nike and Lacoste including limitededition styles alongside elusive cult brands. Adidas
fans should head for the basement and one of the
UKs few official shops dedicated to the label.

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Forbidden Planet

sci-fi/fantasy megastore

9 F2

179 Shaftesbury Avenue, WC2 020 7420 3666

www.forbiddenplanet.com Open 107 (to 8 Thu), noon6 Sun

For shoppers with an unhealthy obsession with Lord

of the Rings or Star Trek, this is the place to come for
the full range of action figures and videos. Forbidden
Planet is the worlds largest sci-fi and fantasy retailer,
and the London megastore is packed with books and
comics. There is even an adults only section.

Falkiner Fine Papers

paper supplies

9 G1

76 Southampton Row, WC1 020 7831 1151

Open 9:305:30 MonFri, 10:305:30 Sat

Located near St Martins College of Art, Falkiner sells

all manner of products relating to paper. Theres
equipment for making it, quill pens, sketchbooks and
shelf upon shelf of individual sheets, from marbled
patterns to parquet and bricks for dolls houses.
Japanese silkscreen prints are another line.

James Smith & Sons

umbrellas

9 G2

53 New Oxford Street, WC1 020 7836 4731

www.james-smith.co.uk Open 9:305:25 MonFri, 105:25 Sat

This family business has been making umbrellas and

canes for over 170 years. The Victorian shop, still with
its original signs and fittings, is an attraction in itself.
Inside are racks crammed with umbrellas in every
pattern stripes, checks, paisley, frilled parasols
and walking sticks with curious carved handles.

Contemporary Wardrobe

vintage wear

9 G1

The Horse Hospital, Colonnade, WC1 020 7713 7370

www.thehorsehospital.com Open noon6 MonSat,
by appointment

Thousands of vintage street fashions can be found at

this hire shop, which shares its site with a venue for
avant garde art and film. Rooting around here could turn
up a piece used in the film Quadrophenia or a video
shoot with Kylie. Some garments are for sale.
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Gays The Word

specialist bookshop

3 G5

66 Marchmont Street, WC1 020 7278 7654

www.gaystheword.co.uk Open 106:30 MonSat, 26 Sun

The UKs largest gay bookshop has been in business

since the late 1970s. Titles cover fiction, philosophy,
history, politics, erotica, relationships and emotional
issues. Gay detective novels have a section to
themselves. Videos and second-hand books are also
on sale in this friendly shop.

Eatmyhandbagbitch

cool design

9 G3

37 Drury Lane, WC2B 020 7836 0830

www.eatmyhandbagbitch.co.uk
Open 11am6pm MonSat, or by appointment

An array of original furniture and objects for the

home, ranging from 1900 right up to the 1980s, can
be found in this wonderful shop. Eatmyhandbagbitch
is a real treat for serious collectors of twentiethcentury interior design.

Cecil Court

antiquarian books & prints

9 F3

Pedestrian lane off Charing Cross Road, WC2

For individual shop details, see p211

This narrow street, lined with quirky little shops, is a

collectors paradise. Nigel Williams at No. 25 specializes in first editions, with lots of Enid Blyton and
P G Wodehouse, while, across the street, Marchpane
also deals in antique childrens titles, especially
sumptuously illustrated fairy stories. P J Hilton has a
good selection of beautifully bound 19th-century
literature, and David Drummond sells books and
ephemera relating to the performing arts.
Continuing the dramatic theme Stage Door Prints
(No. 9) has signed photos of stars such as Laurence
Olivier, Vivien Leigh, Edith Piaf and Anna Pavlova,
plus theatre-related prints. Youll find a wider
selection of antiquarian prints encompassing fish,
fashion, maps, the military and much more at
Storeys (No. 3). Opposite, Tindley & Chapman deals
in immaculate first editions of 20th-century fiction.

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Charing Cross Road

bookshops

9 F3

Road bordering Covent Garden & Soho, WC2

For individual shop details, see p211

The name Charing Cross Road gets bibliophiles

pulses racing. Together with offshoot Cecil Court
(see left), it is Londons main centre of new, secondhand, specialist and antiquarian bookshops. Check
out the commemorative plaque on the site of the
defunct Marks & Co, whose address gave its name to
the book and film 84 Charing Cross Road.
Recently refurbished, the famous Foyles stocks
everything from popular fiction to academic texts on
its five floors. It now also houses London institution
Rays Jazz a music shop, with a caf attached where
you can dig the tunes and renowned womens
bookshop Silver Moon. Theres also an art gallery on
the premises. Even if youre not buying for children,
go and have a look at the live piranhas in the
childrens department. Across the street is a massive
branch of Borders with the chains usual allembracing selection of magazines, books and CDs. It
has a caf and comfy chairs for lounging in, too.
A large branch of Blackwells bookshop is at No. 100.
Of the second-hand bookshops on Charing Cross
Road, many are appealingly ramshackle emporiums,
where the pleasure comes from rooting out treasures
from the packed, dusty shelves. Quinto at No. 48A
and Henry Pordes at Nos. 5860 are well reputed. For
coffee-table art tomes and scholarly subjects, visit
Shipley at No. 70. Its sister shop, Shipley Media, at
No. 80 specializes in photography, film and fashion.

Any Amount of Books

great bookshop

9 F3

56 Charing Cross Road, WC2H 020 7836 3697

www.anyamountofbooks.com Open 10:30am9:30pm daily

This bookshop sells second-hand books from around

the world in fact it is not unknown for the owners to
take trips to far-flung places to find exciting titles. Some
books can be found for as little as 1 right up to rare
editions worth hundreds. Once inside youll be there
for hours the range of books is absolutely fascinating.

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Kokon To-Zai

9 F3

sounds & style

57 Greek Street, W1 020 7434 1316

Open 117:30 MonSat, noon6 Sun

Revamp your record collection and your wardrobe at

this compact one-stop shop selling cutting-edge
clothes and music. Staff man the decks so you can
browse to the electro beat. On the rails are street
designs for both sexes by local and global talent, as
well as the stores own sportswear-influenced line.

Gerrys

wines & spirits

9 F3

74 Old Compton Street, W1 020 7734 4215/2053

Open 96 MonFri, 95:30 Sat

This is the place to come if youre looking for an

obscure liqueur or spirit there are over 100 varieties
of vodka alone. The shop is crammed with a huge
variety of booze from all over Europe, South America
and elsewhere, from strawberry-flavoured tequila to
absinthe in a bottle shaped like the Eiffel Tower.

The World According To

trendy

9 E3

4 Brewer Street, W1 020 7437 1259

Open 10:306:30 MonFri, 116:30 Sat

Blink and youll miss this tiny basement shop in the

heart of the red-light district. The names inside
couldnt be further from the scene on the street, with
Eley Kishimoto, Cacharel and Sonia Rykiels diffusion
line rubbing shoulders with the boutiques own
Shopgirl range and hip new London labels.

Vintage

entertainment memorabilia & mags

9 E3

3943 Brewer Street, W1 020 7439 8525

www.vinmag.com Open 108 (to 10pm FriSat), noon8 Sun

The ground floor is devoted to entertainment memorabilia (Charlies Angels T-shirts, Bond mousepads).
The basement holds 75,000 vintage magazines,
organized by decade and theme. In addition to
Picture Post and Vogue, youll find such obscurities
as The Naturist and a Dr Kildare Annual.

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Agent Provocateur

kitsch-sexy lingerie

9 E3

6 Broadwick Street, W1 020 7439 0229

www.agentprovocateur.com
Open 117 MonSat (118 Thu), 125 Sun

This lingerie company is run by designer Vivienne

Westwoods son. The original Soho shop is the best,
maintaining the slightly seedy air befitting its pornchic image. Staff in pink uniforms sell 1950s pin-upstyle underwear as well as accessories.

Phonica

vinyl-lovers paradise

9 E3

51 Poland Street, W1 020 7025 6070

www.phonicarecords.com
Open 11:307:30 MonWed & Sat, 11:308 Thu & Fri

Here theres a counter lined with record decks and 70s

lounge chairs to relax on while leafing through back
copies of Jockey Slut. Among the vinyl, youll find Afrobeat, electronica, hip hop, nu jazz from the JazzanovaCompost label and Donna Summer disco heaven.

Anything Left-Handed

specialist tools

9 E3

57 Brewer Street, W1 020 7437 3910

www.anythingleft-handed.co.uk
Open 106 MonFri, 105:30 Sat

In business since 1968, the shop delivers what it says

above the door everyday items specially made for
lefty adults and children, from kitchen implements
and manicure sets to educational games and books.
The helpful staff are left-handed as well.

b Store

radical designer fashion

8 D3

6 Conduit Street, W1 020 7499 6628

www.buddhahood.co.uk Open 10:306:30 MonFri, 106 Sat

This small boutique for men and women sells its own
range of funky footwear Buddhahood alongside
cutting-edge designs from Peter Jensen, Boudicca
and Michelle Lowe-Holder. Although the shop attracts
such lofty clientele as model Kate Moss and pop
princess Kylie, the mood is pleasantly down to earth.
Soho shops tend to open from late morning until early evening, after which the bars and clubs fill up

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Newburgh Street

Carnabys cooler cousin

9 E3

Cobbled pedestrian street, W1

For individual shop details, see p212

Running parallel behind brash Carnaby Street, this

little strip couldnt be further away in spirit. Among
the line-up of small street-fashion outlets, RedDot
stands out for its amusing T-shirts and sweatshirts
emblazoned with anarchic slogans and images such
as Princess Diana playing happy families with Darth
Vader. Jess James offers modern jewellery from upand-coming and well-known designers displayed in
innovative ways, such as in a long leather case with
portholes which light up as you approach. The
Dispensary sells laid-back clothes on the wearable
side of fashionable for both sexes, from designers
local and far-flung. Tiny perfumery Scent Systems
stocks unusual fragrances and skincare, many of
them not available elsewhere in the UK. These
include the German products Just Pure, meant to be
used according to the cycles of the moon.

Oki-ni

limited-edition designs

9 E3

25 Savile Row, W1 020 7494 1716

www.oki-ni.com Open 106 MonSat (to 7 Thu)

A totally original concept, Oki-ni is a British-Japanese

design group that collaborates with such diverse labels
as Duffer of St George, Adidas, Paul Smith, Levis,
Evisu and Zakee Shariff to create exclusive garments.
The shop is more a showroom than a retail site, as
most items have to be ordered from the website.

Liberty

English-eccentric department store

8 D3

Topshop

fashion superstore

9 E2

21020 Regent Street, W1 020 7734 1234

www.liberty.co.uk
Open 107 MonSat (to 8pm Thu), noon6 Sun

3638 Great Castle Street, W1 020 7636 7700

www.topshop.co.uk
Open 98 MonSat (to 9pm Thu), noon6 Sun

Londons quirkiest department store maintains its rich

history while embracing the 21st century. Tudor House
contains the global furniture, Oriental rugs and printed
fabrics that made Libertys name, while Regent House
has extravagant lingerie and ultra-fashionable shoes.

The worlds largest fashion store attracts 180,000

shoppers a week. Blaring music and video screens
may be for kids, but stylists trawl it for cheap
garments. The basement Boutique has affordable
pieces by Preen, Maria Chen-Pascual and others.

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Georgina Goodman

unique shoes

8 D5

1214 Shepherd Street, W1 020 7499 8599

www.georginagoodman.com Open 106 MonFri, 114 Sat

Goodmans sculptural, hand-painted shoes (created to

individual specifications in the workshop downstairs)
are wearable works of art with pricetags to match, but
there is a more affordable, ready-to-wear line, too.
Also on sale in the airy, gallery-style space are baby
bootees, bags and other leather goods.

Smythson

impeccable stationery

8 D3

40 New Bond Street, W1 020 7629 8558

www.smythson.com
Open 9:306 (from 10am Thu & Sat)

This posh stationer is great for gifts, especially leather-bound

notebooks in a range of classic colours, some embossed with witty
titles such as Blondes Brunettes Redheads, as well as the more
practical Travel Notes. Other wonderfully traditional accessories
include visitors books and travel wallets.

REN

British natural body products

8 D4

19 Shepherd Market, W1 020 7495 5960

www.renskincare.com Open 116:30 MonSat;
often closed 34:30

Ren means clean in Swedish, reflecting the philosophy behind this British hair- and skincare brand.
Products such as the Moroccan rose otto shower wash
and the grapefruit and jojoba cream are made without
pore-blocking additives and have a lovely scent.

Traditional British Brands

Some bastions of British conservatism have recently
been given the kiss of life. Burberry has been
transformed from staid raincoat manufacturer to
it label. And, although the hallowed check has
gained popularity among football fans, the macs
are still top-quality, and the more exclusive catwalk
line, available at the New Bond Street flagship,

exudes urban chic. The traditional knitwear brand

Pringle now has cool variations on its famous
argyle sweaters and neat, classic separates.
Mulberry has shaken off its former frumpiness with
contemporary takes on English country style: the
renowned bags in mock-croc leather and durable,
synthetic Scotchgrain are now streamlined with modern shapes. All outlets on New Bond St; see p223.

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Poste

8 D3

trendy mens shoes

10 South Molton Street, W1 020 7499 8002

Open 107 MonSat, noon6 Sun

With its Chesterfield sofa and framed pictures of humorous, often bizarre gentlemen, this small shop has
the air of a gentlemens club. Most of the shoes are
updates of classics by designers such as Jeffery-West,
Paul Smith and Dries Van Noten, with a selection of
fashionable trainers by the likes of Adidas and Puma.

Browns

international designer boutique

8 D3

237 South Molton Street, W1 020 7514 0000

www.brownsfashion.com Open 106:30 MonSat (to 7pm Thu)

The mother of all London boutiques has been in business for over 30 years, occupying five interconnecting
shops. The mood is decidedly grown-up, with Dries
Van Noten, Lanvin, Alaia and an entire floor devoted
to Jil Sander. Across the street, black-mirrored Browns
Focus showcases young hip labels.

Spymaster

espionage emporium

8 C2

3 Portman Square, W1 020 7486 3885

www.spymaster.co.uk Open 9:306 MonFri, 105 Sat

Aspiring James Bonds will love this store, which

caters to amateur sleuths, government departments
and law-enforcement agencies. All your espionage
needs are catered for, from trained sniffer dogs and
armoured cars to shark repellent and a nifty bug
detector disguised as a pen. Eat your heart out, Q.

N Peal

indulgent cashmere

9 E4

Stella McCartney

cool designerwear

8 D4

37 & 712 Burlington Arcade, W1 020 7493 5378

www.npeal.com Open 9:306 MonSat

30 Bruton Street, W1 020 7518 3100

www.stellamccartney.com Open 106 MonSat (to 7pm Thu)

A resident of Londons famous Burlington Arcade since

1936, N Peal has managed to move with the times.
The range of cashmere in its two tiny shops (womens
at No. 37, mens at 712) is impressive, from classic
rollnecks and cardies to younger, street-inspired
styles in the more affordable npealworks collection.

A spacious Mayfair townhouse is a suitably glamorous

setting for McCartneys figure-skimming dresses, slimfitting suits and separates in seductive fabrics. The
non-leather shoes are displayed in a parlour decorated with wallpaper created by the designer herself.
Vegetarian footwear has never been so sexy.

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Selfridges

department store heaven

8 C3

400 Oxford Street, W1 0870 837 7377

www.selfridges.com
Open 108 MonFri, 9:308 Sat, 126 Sun

Look out, Harrods; watch your back, Harvey Nicks,

because Selfridges is a serious contender for
Londons best department store. Constantly
introducing new labels and innovations, the Oxford
Street giant can truly be said to have all the bases
covered. Whether youre looking for the latest
bestseller, a new iBook or a vintage frock, youre
likely to find it in this retail universe.
The fashion department embraces almost every
high street brand as well as emerging design talent.
The cosmetics hall on the ground floor takes in the
big names and cult imports from Europe and the US,

while a branch of modern holistic chemist Farmacia

offers organic options on the fifth. The food hall features cuisine from around the globe; the shoe department has been revamped with glamorous mini salons
of exclusive labels Jimmy Choo (see also p77) and
YSL; theres an Agent Provocateur outpost (see
also p67) in the massive lingerie section; and the
expanded sports department includes must-have
surfing and skateboard labels.
The slick Superbrands section has also created a
buzz. Accessed through a red resin tunnel, it consists
of eight hot designers, including Stella McCartney,
Alexander McQueen and Balenciaga, grouped around
a branch of sumptuous, souk-style Moroccan restaurant Mmo (see also p34), which provides respite
from traipsing round the stores six massive floors.

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St Christophers Place

shopping oasis

8 C3

Pedestrian square, W1
For individual shop details, see pp2225

Opposite Bond Street Tube station, a narrow alleyway

leading off Oxford Street (Gees Court) widens into a
hidden square with shops and eateries. This appealing
enclave features a modern fountain and is dominated
by a large branch of Italian gourmet caf chain
Carluccios. Drinkers from the pub opposite spill out
onto the pavement, and you can often catch live jazz
on summer nights. Shopping highlights include a
branch of Mulberry (1112 Gees Court; see also p69)
and the spacious flagship of womens chain Whistles

Margaret Howell

updated British classics

(12 St Christophers Place), which stocks hot

designers alongside the shops own-label signature
styles include bias-cut dresses and modern tailoring.
Next door, Osprey is the place for mid-priced,
classic British-designed handbags (structured shapes
in mock croc are a key look), while across the way at
Nos. 2021, former theatrical shodders Anello &
Davide, who made Dorothys ruby slippers for The
Wizard of Oz, sells a range of mens and womens
shoes, hand-crafted in Italy. Theres also a branch of
Scandinavian fabric company Marimekko (Nos.
1617), which is known for its bright abstract patterns,
featuring on everything from bags to bedding.

8 C2

34 Wigmore Street, W1 020 7009 9009

www.margarethowell.co.uk Open 106 MonSat (to 7pm Thu)

This vast, gallery-style space showcases the designers

collections for men and women, and a selection of
simple tableware and vintage and reissued post-War
furniture. The clothes are best described as relaxed
modern classics, made of quality British fabrics suited
to the national climate, such as tweed and cashmere.

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Mint

8 C2

unusual designer homewares

70 Wigmore Street, W1 020 7224 4406

Open 10:306:30 MonSat (to 7:30pm Thu)

Mint brings together an international collection of

furniture and homewares, a mix of the ultra-modern
and the antique, made by both established designers
and recent graduates. Pottery and glassware are handmade and appealingly asymmetrical. Even tea towels
are elevated from the ordinary by lovely prints.

Paul Rothe

traditional delicatessen

8 C2

35 Marylebone Lane, W1 020 7935 6783

Open 86 MonFri, 11:30approx 5:30 Sat

Established in 1900, this old-fashioned deli is run by

the original Rothes grandson and great-grandson,
who wear dapper white coats. Chunky soup and
neatly cut sandwiches are served on proper china,
while the English and foreign provisions include
preserves, traditional sweets and Scottish biscuits.

Calmia

yoga emporium & spa retreat

8 C1

524 Marylebone High St, W1 020 7224 3585

www.calmia.com
Open 109 MonSat, 107 Sun

Yoga has never been so chic. While achieving inner peace, you can look
fabulous in expensive gear from supermodel Christy Turlingtons Nuala
range or DKNY Pure. Everything related to yoga is here, from mats and
relaxation tapes to candles and organic skincare. Luxurious spa
treatments are available downstairs.

Sixty 6

creative mix n match for women

8 C1

66 Marylebone High Street, W1 020 7224 6066

Open 10:306:30 MonSat, 15 Sun

Embroidery and beading abound at this shop

celebrating eclectic, feminine style. Separates are
often paired up in unusual combinations, providing
plenty of inspiration. Designs by the likes of
Temperley, Megan Park and Roland Mouret are
supplemented by pretty scarves and bags.
Newly fashionable Marylebone High Street also has a branch of the Conran Shop (see p78)

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Daunt Books

elegant shop for travellers

8 C1

83 Marylebone High Street, W1 020 7224 2295

Open 97:30 MonSat (to 7 Thu), 116 Sun

Arguably Londons most beautiful bookshop, Daunt

retains its original Edwardian character, with oak
shelves and green-shaded lamps. General titles are in
the front; the galleried rear conservatory is devoted to
travel and related fiction organized by country. Its a
great place to browse even if youre not planning a trip.

Skandium

nordic interiors

8 C1

867 Marylebone High Street, W1 020 7935 2077

www.skandium.com Open 106:30 MonSat,
115 Sun

The flagship shop offers the best of Scandinavias

clean, contemporary design under one roof. Compare
the modern-classic furniture by Alvar Aalto and Arne
Jacobsen with the functional yet fashionable tableware, accessories, books and jewellery.

Madeleine Press

understated urban styles

8 C1

90 Marylebone High Street, W1 020 7935 9301

www.mpress.com
Open 10:306:30 MonSat (to 7pm Thu); 11:304:30 Sun

The designer behind the late, lamented Press &

Bastyan has gone solo with an exquisitely simple
womenswear collection that exudes effortless chic.
Neat jackets, body-draping cotton tops, slip dresses
and slim jeans are characteristic pieces.

La Fromagerie

divine deli

8 C2

24 Moxon Street, W1 020 7935 0341

www.lafromagerie.co.uk Open 10:307:30 Mon,
87:30 TueFri, 97 Sat, 106 Sun

Known for its cave packed with cheeses from

independent producers across Europe, this rusticmodern shop also sells condiments, bread, coffee,
wines and charcuterie. Sample these at the in-store
caf, or ask for a picnic box to take to Regents Park.

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Prestat

high-class chocolatier

9 E4

14 Princes Arcade, SW1 020 7629 4838

www.prestat.co.uk Open 9:306 MonFri, 105 Sat

This tiny shop looks like a chocolate box itself, its

shelves covered in fabulously packaged, handmade
confectionery. Choose from traditional mint wafers,
rose and violet creams and fondants, or such newfangled sweet treats as banoffee truffles, presented
in old-fashioned boxes with flamboyant hues.

Patrick Cox

slick designer shoes

14 B2

129 Sloane Street, SW1 020 7730 8886

www.patrickcox.co.uk Open 106 (to 7pm Wed), noon6 Sun

The Canadian designer launched his label in London

in the 1980s and has recently revitalized the French
brand Charles Jourdan. Shoes for men and women
are on the flashy side, with mod and punk influences,
bright colours and glitzy trims. The diffusion range,
Wannabe, offers basics with a designer edge.

Jo Malone

luxury skincare & fragrances

14 B2

150 Sloane Street, SW1 020 7730 2100

www.jomalone.co.uk
Open 106 (to 7pm Wed, Thu & Fri), 115 Sun

Gorgeous scents greet you upon entering this classy

store. The skincare range is simple yet effective, while
fragrances are based on delectable ingredients such
as orange blossom, nutmeg, ginger even coffee.
Enjoy a sample with a complimentary hand massage.

Maria Grachvogel

glamorous dresses

14 B2

162 Sloane Street, SW1 020 7245 9331

www.mariagrachvogel.com Open 106 MonSat (to 7pm Wed)

Popular with the crme of Hollywood, Grachvogels

sophisticated evening dresses celebrate the female
form with simple, body-skimming lines, sensuous
fabrics and subtle detailing of feathers or sequins. In
this glamorous, pink-walled shop, youll also find the
designers collection of understated yet sexy daywear.

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Elizabeth Street

sophisticated shopping

14 C2

Off Eaton Square, SW1

For individual shop details, see pp2235

A short stroll from Knightsbridge is this attractive

street with a diverse selection of appealing shops.
The friendly perfumery Les Senteurs at No. 71 sells
unusual European fragrances, such as Annick Goutal
and Parfums Caron. If youve bagged a ticket to Ascot
or just want to turn heads with an exquisite trilby or
extravagant, feathered creation, visit celebrated
hatter Philip Treacy at No. 69. Across the street at No.
46 is wonderful French bakery Poilne, where you can
buy authentic croissants, fruit tarts and rustic loaves

at a price. At No. 42 is the bright, cheerful shop of

British designer Tracey Boyd, where girlish strappy
dresses, cute short-sleeved blouses and flared skirts
in fun patterns are strengths. Jeweller Erickson Beamon at No. 38 is a long-standing favourite never long
out of the fashion press. Dramatically cascading gold
chains and beads make for a strong signature look.
If youre flagging, have a cup of the best hot
chocolate youve ever tasted at The Chocolate Society
shop and caf at No. 36 the society is dedicated to
promoting high-quality chocolate. Opposite, at
No. 45, is gorgeous modern florist Woodhams, which
is worth visiting just to breathe the scented air.

Anya Hindmarch

personalized bags

14 B2

1517 Pont Street, SW1 020 7838 9177

www.anyahindmarch.com Open 106 MonSat (to 7pm Wed)

Hindmarch is known for classic bags printed with

striking images. You can have one made up with your
own photo. She also makes impeccable leather bags,
including the popular double-handled Ebury, which
you can have embossed inside with a personal
message. Dainty shoes are also on offer.

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Lulu Guinness

head-turning bags & more

14 B2

3 Ellis Street, SW1 020 7823 4828

www.luluguinness.com Open 106 MonFri, 116 Sat

With its nostalgic illustrations and vintage fashion ads,

this shops dcor is as striking as the witty handbags
on display. Guinnesss creations include a flower pot
bursting with fabric roses and an embroidered circus
tent complete with performing seal. Her retro-look
cosmetics range is also sold.

Neisha Crosland

contemporary fabrics

14 A3

137 Fulham Rd, SW3 020 7589 4866 Open 106, noon5 Sun
8 Elystan Street, SW3 020 7584 7988 Open 105:30 MonSat
www.neishacrosland.com

Neisha Crosland started out designing scarves and

has branched out into clothes, accessories and home
furnishings, all in her striking abstract prints. The tiny
Fulham Road shop sells her Ginka fashion label; go
round the corner for cushions and wallpaper.

Joseph

high-class urban separates

13 H3

77 Fulham Road, SW3 020 7823 9500

Open 106:30 MonSat (to 7 Wed), 125 Sun

Josephs de luxe basics, especially his well-cut

trousers, have devoted fans. This minimalist flagship
sells his collection alongside pieces from Prada, YSL
and Marni; the basement is devoted to designer shoes.
Across Draycott Street, Joseph Essentials, Gigi boutique
and Joes Cafe complete the colony.

Jimmy Choo

celebrated designer heels

14 A3

169 Draycott Avenue, SW3 020 7584 6111

www.jimmychoo.com Open 106 (to 7pm Wed), 16 Sun

This plush Chelsea townhouse, with plush couches

for luxurious lounging, is devoted to Jimmy Choos
fabulous footwear and handbags. The sleek styles are
subtle enough not to date next season essential
when youre splashing out hundreds. The bridal range
caters for those who demand the best on their big day.
Harvey Nichols top floor restaurant and bar is an ideal stop-off during Knightsbridge shopping (see p79)

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The Conran Shop

Sir Terences place

14 A2

Michelin House, 81 Fulham Rd, SW3 020 7589 7401

www.conran.com Shop open 106 Mon, Tue, Fri, 107 Wed,
Thu, 106:30 Sat, 126 Sun. Bibendum restaurant lunch &
dinner daily; Oyster Bar all day from noon daily

Iconic designer and entrepreneur Terence Conran has

housed his London flagship in the magnificent former
HQ of Michelin Tyres. This curious Art Deco building,
which features stained-glass panels depicting the
Michelin Man and is crowned with lights in the form
of stacked tyres, is also home to Conrans acclaimed
Bibendum restaurant on the first floor (expensive
modern European cuisine). For the best views of the

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architectural curiosity, enter via the front portico with

its picturesque flower stall and cart selling crustacea
and fresh fish. This entrance is also the setting for the
tiled Oyster Bar (less formal, but no cheaper, than the
main restaurant).
In the shop, a more affordable line of contemporary
furniture, Content by Conran, is now sold alongside
the main collection of classic modernist designs. In
fact, there are many reasonably priced items for
home, garden and office. Theres also a selection of
high-tech gadgets, including the latest cameras, and
a good range of bath products, coffee-table books
and high-quality childrens toys.

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Kate Kuba

high-fashion footwear

14 B3

22 Duke of York Sq, Kings Road, SW3 020 7259 0011

www.katekuba.com Open 106:30 (to 7pm Wed), noon6 Sun

This North London shoe shop has recently expanded

into the city centre, and divas Mary J Blige and
Beyonc are already fans of its flamboyant footwear.
Stock in this spacious, contemporary branch runs
from basic loafers to jewelled killer heels. Flashy variations on the cowboy boot are a perennial favourite.

Oliver Sweeney

mens shoes

14 B3

29 Kings Road, SW3 020 7730 3666

www.oliversweeney.com Open 107 (to 8 Wed), 126 Sun

A combination of comfort, craftmanship and cool has

made the shoes of choice for David Beckham, Brad
Pitt and Noel Gallagher. A wide range of traditional
and more cutting-edge styles is available (including
smart leather trainers), all made on Sweeneys
supportive Anatomical Last.

Korres

natural Greek skincare

14 A3

124 Kings Road, SW3 020 7581 6455

www.korres.com Open 107 MonSat, noon6 Sun

This long, narrow shop is stocked with the Athenian

companys products for skin and hair, all in vivid
packaging. Tantalizing aromas emanate from lotions
based on olives, rosemary and other natural plant
extracts characteristic of Greece. Anti-cellulite creams
and sun milks are part of the range.

Department Stores
London has excellent department stores. In Knightsbridge, you really can buy anything in Harrods,
where even the chandeliers are dripping with grapes.
Nearby at sophisticated Harvey Nichols the focus is
on designer fashion; ladies who lunch love the Fifth
Floor restaurant at Harvey Nicks. On Piccadilly,
elegant Fortnum & Mason is famous for its food

hall, staffed by frock-coated assistants and selling

such oddities as dried edible insects among the
quaintly packaged teas and jams. A short stroll up
Bond Street leads to Fenwick, which has the feel of
a boutique and is renowned for accessories. On
Oxford Street, John Lewis has affordable basics,
while Selfridges (see p71) steals the show. For all
shop details, see p222.

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Designers Guild

modern homewares

14 A4

267 & 277 Kings Road, SW3 020 7351 5775

www.designersguild.com Open 106 MonSat,
noon5 Sun (fabric shop closed on Sun)

Who says modern design has to be muted and minimal? Tricia Guilds contemporary emporium explodes
with colour and pattern. There are cushions, bedding,
funky fashion accessories, furniture, a childrens
range, stationery, bath products and design books.

Antiquarius

antiques emporium

14 A4

13141 Kings Road, SW3 020 7351 5353

www.antiquarius.co.uk Open 106 MonSat

Many of the stalls behind the green awnings of

Antiquarius sell antique furniture, but there are other
smaller treasures to be found, too. A few antique
jewellery stalls at the front are worth a browse; otherwise go to the back room for rare finds such as vintage
Louis Vuitton luggage and original movie posters.

Space.NK

cult cosmetics and a spa

7 F3

12731 Westbourne Grove, W2 020 7727 8063

www.spacenk.com Open 117 Mon, 107 Tue, Fri, Sat,
108 Wed, noon6 Sun

This capacious branch of the beauty-products empire

has a spa on the ground floor, offering luxurious
treatments. Upstairs there is a vast array of cosmetics
from around the world, as well as Space.NKs own
range, which includes grooming for the boys.

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lifestyle shop and caf

7 F3

202 Westbourne Grove, W11 020 7792 6888

www.nicolefarhi.com Open 8:306 (from 10am Mon), 105 Sun

Nicole Farhis lifestyle store brings together an airy,

French-style caf buzzing with beautiful people, selected pieces from Farhis collections for both men and
women (trademarks are relaxed separates in natural
fabrics, chunky sweaters and sheepskin coats), home
accessories and a smattering of antique furniture.

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Bill Amberg

leather goods

7 E2

10 Chepstow Road, W2 020 7727 3560

www.billamberg.com
Open 106 MonSat (to 7pm Thu), 114 Sun

Long-established leather designer Bill Amberg

produces unfussy, high-quality bags and accessories
in calfskin, suede and bridle leather. There are also
sheepskin-lined baby slings, and, for hunters, gun
cases and a cartridge belt.

Miller Harris

exquisite London perfumery

7 E3

14 Needham Road, W11 020 7221 1545

www.millerharris.com Open 104 Mon & Tue, 106 WedSat

Lyn Harris trained in Grasse the perfume capital on

the French Riviera before opening this London shop.
Her gorgeous scents have a complexity that transcends
most department store fragrances, yet the prices are
comparable. You may even have your own bespoke
perfume created if you can wait several weeks.

Rough Trade

legendary indie record shop

6 D3

130 Talbot Road, W11 020 7229 8541

www.roughtrade.com Open 106:30 MonSat, 125 Sun

Established more than 25 years ago, Rough Trade was

an essential outpost of the London punk scene. Its
still flying the indie flag, offering everything from
electro-pop to alternative country. Every inch of wall
space is covered with gig fliers; selected records are
displayed with hand-written staff recommendations.

J&M Davidson

neo-classic bags & clothes

6 D3

42 Ledbury Road, W11 020 7313 9532

www.jandmdavidson.com Open 106 MonSat, noon5 Sun

John and Monique are best known for their beautifully crafted bags. Based on classic shapes such as
the bowling bag, and executed in offbeat colours
and animal skins, they have an air of nostalgia.
The Anglo-French duo also design tasteful, retroinfluenced clothes and home accessories.
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J W Beeton

eye-catching apparel

6 D3

4850 Ledbury Rd, W11 020 7229 8874

Open 10:306 MonFri, 106 Sat, noon5 Sun

The look is fashionable yet individual at this small

boutique, where youll find Fake Londons quirky
takes on British classics rubbing shoulders on the
rails with unusual patterned pieces from Panepinto,
a label by an ex-Marni designer. Accessories from
emerging home-grown talent add to the mix.

Simon Finch Rare Books

first editions

6 D3

61A Ledbury Rd, W11 020 7792 3303

www.simonfinch.com Open 106 MonFri, 116 Sat

This groovy, white, pod-like branch of the antiquarian

booksellers (the main store is in Maddox Street, W1)
specializes in modern first editions of literature, art
books and prints. Where else will you find a signed
photo of the Sex Pistols and firsts of Lady Chatterleys
Lover and The Day of the Triffids under one roof?

Tonic

laidback clothing

6 D3

276 Portobello Road, W10 020 8962 0404

www.tonicuk.com
Open 106 MonFri, 116 Sat & Sun

Tonic is a clothing store with plenty of cool threads

for men, and women. At their sister store at 291
Portobello Road, youll find labels like Diesel, John
Smedley and G-Star. The look is relaxed with a heavy
emphasis on denim.

Duchamp

flamboyant mens accessories

6 D3

75 Ledbury Rd, W11 020 7243 3970

www.duchamp.co.uk Open 106 TueSat

Modern dandies will delight in Duchamps flashy wares.

The range of cufflinks is huge, from mini abstract
artworks in painted enamel to extravagant creations
studded with jewel-bright Swarovski crystals. Ties in
contemporary patterns and shirts with flamboyant
prints will have peacocks strutting with pride.

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Intoxica!

rare vinyl in kitsch setting

6 D3

231 Portobello Road, W11 020 7229 8010

www.intoxica.co.uk Open 10:306:30 MonSat, noon5 Sun

A Polynesian tiki-hut interior complete with bamboo

walls, indigenous gods and a model hula-dancer
provides a bizarre backdrop to rare vinyl pop, jazz,
ska, reggae and soul from the 50s to the 90s. Amid
the surf, funk and punk are oddities such as Were
the Banana Splits and the soundtrack to Vixen.

Honest Jons

black music specialist

6 D3

278 Portobello Road, W10 020 8969 9822

www.honestjons.com Open 106 MonSat, 115 Sun

This shop has been a fixture of the Portobello scene

since 1974, selling a combination of vinyl and CDs.
On the ground floor youll find reggae, funk, soul, hiphop and R&B; head downstairs for jazz embracing
outernational sounds, plus blues, Portuguese fado,
African pop and Indian classical.

Portobello Green

designer enclave

6 C2

Arcade at Ladbroke Grove end of Portobello Road, W10

For individual shop details, see p2225; see also Streetlife p159

Nestling under the Westway overpass, this arcade

looks rather uninspiring but is home to some very
interesting shops. There is also a buzzing market in
the courtyard on Fridays and Saturdays, with stalls
selling new and vintage clothes. The arcades most
celebrated resident is avant-garde design duo Preen
at Unit 5 (open ThuSat only), whose deconstructed,
punky clothes often feature asymmetric details,
dangling straps and buckles. At Suite 20 (Unit 20,
closed Wed), youll find retro-inspired separates and
bags, some made in original 60s and 70s fabrics.
The floaty, patterned chiffon and embroidered silk
tops and dresses at Red Hot (Unit 9, closed Mon)
have been seen on numerous celebrities. Bedstock
(Unit 26) sells bedlinen and a range of camp
cushions decorated with everything from cute kittens
to Carmen Miranda and Mao.
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Willma

hats, hairclips & a whole lot more

6 C2

339 Portobello Road, W10 020 8960 7296

www.willma.co.uk Open 116 TueSat

If youre after something different to liven up an outfit,

this little shop specializes in fun accessories by upand-coming designers in the UK and abroad.
Displayed on colourful perspex units is every kind of
thing from cute knitted hats to quirky socks with
striking jewellery, bags and belts in between.

Coco Ribbon

girly emporium

6 C3

21 Kensington Park Road, W11 020 7229 4904

www.cocoribbon.com
Open 106:30 (to 6pm Sat), 12:305:30 Sun

Half the stock is Australian, and much is embroidered,

frilled or adorned with feathers. Youll find sequined
cushions, glam costume jewellery, designer dresses
and books such as The Lazy Girls Guide to a Fabulous
Body displayed on antique boudoir furniture.

Paul Smith

all the designers collections

6 D4

120 & 122 Kensington Park Road, W11 020 7727 3553
www.paulsmith.co.uk
Open 10:306:30 MonThu, 106:30 Fri & Sat

In this rambling stucco house, Smiths exquisite

classic-with-a-twist mens and womens collections
are draped artlessly over antique tables or hung in
oversized wardrobes. The Playroom displays
childrens clothes alongside toys.

Marilyn Moore

funky, feminine knitwear

6 C3

7 Elgin Crescent, W11 020 7727 5577

Open 106 MonSat

Marilyn Moore worked for Jaeger before launching her

own label, so its not surprising her collection includes
modern interpretations of British classics. While the
main focus in-store is on luxurious knitwear ribbontrimmed cashmere, or vintage-look argyle theres
also a range of updated traditional separates.

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Graham & Green

eclectic home stores

6 C3

4 & 10 Elgin Crescent, W11 020 7727 4594

www.grahamandgreen.co.uk
Open 106 MonSat, 11:305:30 Sun

A popular source of inspiration for magazine interior

stylists, these two family-run shops are a browsable,
global jumble of furniture and oddments. Mongolian
lambswool cushions, silk kimonos, Venetian mirrors
and vintage-style radios are among the offerings.

The Cross

chic lifestyle boutique

6 C4

141 Portland Road, W11 139 020 7727 6760

Cross The Road, 139 Portland Road (Interiors)
Open 115:30 MonSat

This unassuming, white-painted boutique attracts

devoted fashion folk. The ground floor is packed with
pretty home accessories, cult-brand toiletries, childrens
clothes and toys, while downstairs there are feminine
separates from European and US designers.

Rellik

vintage designer gear

6 C1

8 Golborne Road, W10 020 8962 0089

Open 106 TueSat

This is an outpost of fabulous vintage in a wasteland of

housing estates (the name plays on the Trellick Tower
opposite, and spells killer backwards). London
fashion celebrities are often spotted scanning the
1970s Liberty-print frocks and accessories by Zandra
Rhodes, Vivienne Westwood and others.

Chain Stores
Global fashion chains rub shoulders on every major
shopping street in the capital, but there are some
British labels that stand out from the crowd. Popular Jigsaw bridges the gap between budget and
designer, with well-made, feminine womenswear.
Younger, hipper and cultivating an irreverent image
with its double-entendre name is FCUK, which

offers high-quality casual clothes for both sexes.

The Karen Millen empire has built on the enduring
success of her sharp, sexy suits and figureflattering dresses. And lets not forget good old
Marks & Spencer: as well as its excellent lingerie
ranges, it has harnessed designer talent to great
effect in its Autograph and Per Una collections.
For individual shop details, see pp2225.

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Saloon

4 A4

style shop

23 Arlington Way, EC1 020 7278 4497

www.saloonshop.co.uk
Open 117 Mon, WedFri, 116 Tue, noon6 Sat

Unusual patterns and colours are the unifying factors

in the medley of stock at this boutique. There are
clothes by independent designers, handmade
jewellery, Marimekko homewares, unusual stationery
and one-off pieces by product designers.

Lara Bohinc 107

super-chic jewellery

5 E5

51 Hoxton Square, N1 020 7684 1465

www.larabohinc107.co.uk Open 106:30 MonFri only

Slovenian-born designer Bohinc creates unusual

jewellery in precious metals ranging from delicate,
finely detailed pieces to dramatic geometric styles.
Her store is the epitome of arty chic, set in groundbreaking designer Alexander McQueens former
studio next to the cool White Cube Gallery.

Hoxton Boutique

edgy urban chic

5 E5

2 Hoxton Street, N1 020 7684 2083

www.hoxtonboutique.co.uk
Open 106 MonFri, 115 Sat

This boutique fits in well with Hoxtons painfully hip

bars. As well as urbanwear by cutting-edge designers
such as Vivienne Westwood and Eley Kishimoto, theres
the shops own label, characterized by directional
design and printed pieces with a punky feel.

Magma

modern design bookshop

10 A1

11719 Clerkenwell Road, EC1 020 7242 9503

www.magmabooks.com Open 107 MonSat

Colourful covers line the walls of this art and design

bookshop, which has a leather sofa for relaxed browsing. As well as works on graphic design, advertising
and photography, there are avant-garde illustrated
books that are definitely not for kids, hip stationery
and many obscure magazines. (See also p62.)

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Smallfish Records

quality music

5 E5

329 Old Street, EC1 020 7739 2252

www.smallfish.co.uk
Open 38pm Mon, 11am8pm TueSat (to 5pm Sun)

Smallfish Records has such a vast selection of music

that it is hard to classify what they sell. With an
emphasis on vinyl (although they also sell CDs), the
shop is organised by genre, with areas designated to
the likes of Hip Hop, Guitar Based or Experimental.

Story

unique shop-cum-gallery

11 F1

4 Wilkes Street, E1 020 7377 0313

Open 17 daily

In a lovely period street, this extraordinary retail space

looks like a contemporary gallery and sells an
interesting mix of items. Immaculate vintage frocks,
antique furniture, reclaimed hotel and airline linen,
and simply packaged natural toiletries are set among
beautiful dried leaves and shells.

Artcadia

printed wall hangings

11 F1

108 Commercial St, E1 020 7426 0733

www.artcadia.co.uk
Open 105:30 MonFri, 10:306 Sun, 10-4 Sat

Artcadias digital prints are an easy way to give a

room instant contemporary cred. Buy off the peg in
the gallery or choose from a wide range of up-to-date
patterns and images, from groovy abstracts to
flowers, printed up on any size of canvas.

A Gold

British foodstuffs

11 E1

42 Brushfield Street, E1 020 7247 2487

Open 118 MonFri, 116 Sun, closed Sat

This wonderful old shop near Spitalfields Market sells

traditional British foods, many in attractive oldfashioned packaging. Wild boar pancetta from Cumbria,
Stinking Bishop cheese from Gloucestershire, Yorkshire
Brack (fruitbread), English wine and honey made from
hives kept on a rooftop in London all make great gifts.
The area around Spitalfields comes alive on Sundays (see p161); only a few places are open on Saturdays

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Cheshire Street

unusual homewares

5 F5

Off Brick Lane, E1 Market open Sun; shops Sat & Sun
For individual shop details, see pp2225

A cluster of interesting home accessory shops has

appeared on this Brick Lane sidestreet, which on
Sundays is lined with market stalls selling everything
from bedlinen to hardware. Most shops are only
open at weekends its best to ring first. Inexterior
(No. 14) sells an enticing mix of furry cushions,
handmade crockery and pretty clothes. At No. 16,
Mar Mar Co deals predominantly in colourful
Scandinavian tableware and interior accessories.
Labour and Wait (No. 18) is a wonderful source of oldfashioned British household items, from vintage
watering cans, earthenware jars and clothespegs to
hand-knitted Guernsey sweaters and Welsh blankets.
For unique gifts, Shelf (No. 40) showcases modern
decorative items by British and European artists,
such as jokey, illustrated mugs, notebooks and tiles.
Next door at Mimi there are handmade leather bags.

Tatty Devine

11 F1

witty trinkets

Rokit

all sorts of second-hand clothes

11 F1

236 Brick Lane, E2 020 7739 9009

www.tattydevine.com Open 106 MonFri, 115 Sat & Sun

101 & 107 Brick Lane, E1 020 7375 3864

www.rokit.co.uk Open 117 MonFri, 107 Sat & Sun

Bracelets made of colourful guitar picks, earrings that

dangle tiny LPs, and tape-measure belts Tatty
Devines ironic trashy trinkets have attained cult status.
Also for sale at the design duos shop/studio are fun,
punky, printed T-shirts and arty postcards, while the
walls are given over to temporary exhibitions.

From a small second-hand shop in Camden in the 80s,

Rokit has expanded, with a store in Covent Garden, as
well as these premises sprawling over two storefronts.
The diverse stock is in great condition, encompassing
jeans, leather jackets, army gear, vintage dresses,
quirky accessories and customized items.

Comfort & Joy

chic & cheap boutique

4 B3

109 Essex Road, N1 020 7359 3898

Open 10:306 MonSat

Fed up with chain-store fashion? Try this unpretentious

boutique; it sells reasonably priced womenswear
designed and made on the premises. Stylish without
slavishly following catwalk trends, the simple clothes
often sport interesting prints or subtle details such as
piping or a crossover neckline.

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Upper Street

furnishings & fashion

4 B2

Islington, N1
For individual shop details, see pp2225

As befits one of Londons centres of affluent living,

Islington has no shortage of stylish interior shops on
its main street. Contemporary emporium Aria at Nos.
2956 has wares for every room of the house by the
likes of Philippe Starck and Alessi, while its satellite
shop across the street at No. 133 stocks cards, leather
notebooks, frames and understated designer bags.
Heading north, twentytwentyone at No. 274 combines
immaculate modern-classic and new pieces of
furniture. After Noah (No. 121) stocks an irresistible
jumble of vintage and vintage-style items in a barn-

like space old-fashioned dial phones, antique

metal tins, toys and retro toiletries. The empire of Gill
Wing spans several diverse, high-quality shops: No.
182 showcases modern jewellery; the cookshop at
No. 190 sells all the kitchen paraphernalia you could
need, with kitschy touches such as feather-trimmed
washing-up gloves; and there are Gill Wing shoe and
gift shops nearby, too.
Bringing a high-fashion touch to the strip is Scorah
Pattullo (No. 137), with footwear by big names like
Miu Miu and Gucci, and intriguing boutique Labour of
Love (No. 193), selling an assortment of items such as
handmade knickers, and clothes by Viscontis granddaughter that are inspired by classic cinema.

For more on Brick Lane and the Spitalfields area, see pp1601

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Camden Passage

antiques & curios

4 B3

Cobbled lane in Islington, N1 Antiques market Wed & Sat; book

market Thu. For individual shop details, see pp2245

This narrow, meandering continuation of Islington High

Street is jammed with antiques shops and market
stalls, which are busiest on Saturdays, Wednesdays
and Thursdays. En route, check out the Rock Archive
gallery at No. 110 Islington High Street for limitededition prints of British greats such as Paul Weller
and Pete Townshend. Tiny, atmospheric shops are
hidden away in the poky Pierrepont Arcade: Caroline
Carriers nook is piled high with 18th- and 19thcentury porcelain. Judith Lassalle sells antique
puzzles and games, and Jubilee Photographica deals
in photographs from the 19th century onwards.
Near the junction of Charlton Place is Origin, for
1930s50s furniture by the likes of Eames, and Annies
Vintage Clothes, which has well-preserved flapper
dresses. The Victorian Camden Head pub is
conveniently placed for mid-rummage refreshment.

Primrose Hill Nexus

village shops

2 B2

Regents Park Road, NW1

For individual shop details, see pp2225

An array of inviting shops nestles between the cosy

cafs of Regents Park Road, Primrose Hills villagey
main street. Anna at No. 126 serves the areas
affluent residents a mix of fashion from designers as
diverse as Betty Jackson, Orla Kiely and Maharishi,
plus pieces from newly graduated talent and unusual
British-made cashmere sweaters. A few doors along,
compact Primrose Hill Books has many signed copies
from local authors. Theres a branch of interiors shop
Graham & Green (see also p85) at No. 164, while at
No. 170 Studio Perfumery offers seductive European
scents from Acqua di Parma, LArtisan Perfumeur,
Serge Lutens and others. Around the corner at No. 13
Princess Road, Rachel Skinner sells exquisite hats,
ranging from trimmed, updated trilbies and cloches
for everyday wear to fabulous one-off feathered or
floral creations for Ascot and weddings.

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Oxo Tower Wharf

craft studios

10 A4

Bargehouse Street, SE1 020 7401 2255

www.oxotower.co.uk Open 116 TueSat
For individual shop details, see p224

This London landmark on the South Bank is a hotbed

of creativity, housing over 30 designers studios. The
stylish Oxo Tower Restaurant, Brasserie and Bar
(see p54) commands great river views at the top.
Theres a diverse assortment of interesting goods,
including jewellery, fashion, accessories and textiles.
Dont miss funky handmade childrens clothes by
Bunny London (worn by Madonnas little material girl
Lourdes). Black+Blum offers quirky, affordable
designs, such as a lamp in the shape of a figure (the
lightbulb) reading a book (the shade), and a rubber
doorstop in the shape of a man pushing the door
open. Bodo Sperlein specializes in elegant bone
china and sculptural lighting. Hip duo Odie &
Amanda design bold hand-printed dresses, slinky
tops and tailored tweeds.

Lower Marsh/The Cut

hidden gems

10 A5

Roads behind Waterloo Station, SE1

For individual shop details, see pp21925

Theres still something of old-fashioned London in

Lower Marsh, a slender side road that feels a world
away from all the pomp and ceremony by the Thames
on the other side of Waterloo. The nostalgia is
especially strong in shops such as Radio Days (a real
joy to browse at No. 87) and What the Butler Wore
(No. 131), both of which sell a well-selected range of
vintage clothing of the mid- to late 20th century.
The small daily market deals mostly in cheap
fashions and CDs. In contrast, Grammex at No. 25, is
a refined shop for classical records and CDs. Cafs
around here offer fry-ups, sushi and Cuban food. Over
on The Cut is the excellent Calder Bookshop (No. 51).
This publisher has an impressive list of 20th-century
literary heavyweights, including all the main works of
Samuel Beckett, and the shop is a venue for talks
and poetry readings.

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architecture
Some of the worlds most treasured
cultural artifacts and paintings are
gathered in Londons blockbuster
museums and grand mansions.
The citys architecture is a thrilling
ad hoc mix of medievalism, stately
classicism and dynamic bursts of
modernism. And counterbalancing
the historical heavyweights is a
thriving contemporary art scene,
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Somerset House

a treasury of culture

9 H3

Strand, WC2 020 7845 4600

www.somerset-house.org.uk
Galleries open 106 daily (last entry 5:15)

A stately building set around a grand courtyard,

Somerset House contains three galleries. Gloriously
free of crowds, the Courtauld Institute of Art Gallery
numbers some formidable Impressionist and PostImpressionist paintings among its superb collection:
Gauguins Nevermore, Manets Bar at the FoliesBergre and Van Goghs Self Portrait with Bandaged
Ear, to name a few. It also has some splendid early
Flemish and Italian paintings, including Fra
Angelicos Man of Sorrows and Quentin Metsyss
sublime Virgin and Child with Angels.
The Hermitage Rooms echo the style of the famous
namesake museum in St Petersburg and are used to
exhibit changing displays on loan from the enormous
Hermitage collection. The Gilbert Collection was
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with a glittering array of gilt snuff boxes, European

silverware and jewel-encrusted objets dart.
Reminiscent of a European piazza, the courtyard at
the centre of Somerset House sparkles with illuminated
fountains on summer evenings. In mid-July it is used
as the venue for a series of outdoor gigs, with artists
such as Goldfrapp, Ryksopp and Calexico performing. Most spectacularly, an outdoor ice rink is
installed in the courtyard in winter (late Nov to late
Jan), offering skating sessions to the public.
The south wing of the building is home to a plush
Modern European restaurant The Admiralty (020 7845
4646), which also runs a year-round deli/caf and the
Summer Caf on the River Terrace. The terrace runs
the length of the building on the Thames side; you
can walk along it whether youve come here for a
meal, a coffee or simply for the views. In summer the
river is largely obscured by plane trees, but to the
east you can glimpse St Pauls, and to the west are
the Gothic towers of Westminster. Adm to galleries

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Theatre Museum

behind the scenes

9 G3

7 Russell Street, WC2 020 7943 4700

www.theatremuseum.org Open 106 TueSun

A rambling foray into the past and future of theatre in

London. The work of theatrical pioneers such as
Edward Gordon Craig and Peter Brook is brought to
the fore through archive film, set designs and
models. Enthusiastic guides tell stories about famous
performers, and there are make-up demonstrations.

Photographers Gallery

pics & books

9 F3

5 & 8 Great Newport Street, WC2 020 7831 1772

www.photonet.org.uk
Open 116 MonSat (to 8 Thu), noon6 Sun

Occupying two sites one with a vegetarian caf, the

other with a great bookshop the gallery presents
Londons most concentrated programme of photography
exhibitions. Some shows are devoted to new talent,
others to high-profile names such as Robert Capa.

Sainsbury Wing of
the National Gallery

9 F4
the oldest Masters

Trafalgar Square, SW1 020 7747 2885

Crivellis Garden (restaurant) 020 7747 2869
www.nationalgallery.org.uk Open 106 daily (to 9pm Wed)

The East Wing and main rooms of the National Gallery

can be horribly crowded. By comparison, the Sainsbury Wing is relatively quiet, and its modern design
provides the perfect lighting conditions for close
viewing of the oldest and most precious works in the
Nationals collection the Early Renaissance paintings. Among the greats on display are Leonardos
pensive drawing of The Virgin and Child with St Anne
and St John the Baptist (c. 1500), Botticellis mighty
depiction of post-coitus Venus and Mars (c. 1485) and
Jan van Eycks vivid Arnolfini Portrait (1434).
The basement is the setting for major exhibitions.
The first floor has a micro-gallery for referencing the
entire collection via computer terminals, and also a
good restaurant with views across Trafalgar Square.
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National Portrait Gallery

9 F4

St Martins Place, WC2 020 7306 0055

www.npg.org.uk Open 106 daily (to 9pm Thu & Fri)

A large assembly of images of prominent Britons, the

collection includes the only known contemporaneous
portrait of Shakespeare, fantastic miniatures by John
Hilliard, and photographs by Cecil Beaton and David
Bailey. For a chronological tour, start at the top and
work down. The rooftop restaurant has great views.

ICA

institute of contemporary art

9 F5

The Mall, SW1 020 7930 3647, 020 7930 6393 (24 hour info)
www.ica.org.uk Galleries open noon7:30 daily

Once the rebellious upstart to the Royal Academys

stuffy old order, the ICA is an institution itself these
days. It retains a sense of adventure, however, mixing
well-known artists with group shows of the young pretenders. It also has a two small cinemas, a theatre, a
caf-bar (open to 1am TueSat) and a bookshop. Adm

Royal Sights
Historic residences and other places connected
with the British monarchy are magnets for visitors.
Unfortunately, this means that many royal sights
are over-crowded and overtly touristy.
Of the palaces, Hampton Court in southwest
London is the most satisfying: a vast Tudor estate
set off by 60 acres of beautiful gardens banking the
Thames. By contrast Buckingham Palace offers
merely a perfunctory excursion around a handful of
State Rooms. The neighbouring Queens Gallery is
well worth a visit though; it was revamped in 2002
and displays selections from one of the worlds
greatest collections of paintings. At the western
edge of Kensington Gardens, Kensington Palace is
an attractive building and has the wonderful
Orangery (see p170), but contains only a collection
of ceremonial dresses. (Some belonged to the late
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The Tower of London is awash with the trappings

of tourism (ice-cream vans, toy Beefeaters).
It contains the glitzy Crown Jewels, which, in a
measure designed to control the crowds, you are
obliged to view from a slow-moving travelator.
Nevertheless, the buildings and attendant history
are deserving of their World Heritage Site status.
Westminster Abbey offers a fascinating insight
into British architecture and sovereignty, but in
summer the queues stretch out into Parliament
Square from early morning. There are free organ
recitals in the abbey at 5:45pm on Sundays (the
day when it is otherwise closed to visitors).
Nearby St Margarets Church (see p99) provides a
good alternative to the abbey. Other less crowded
sights with a regal air include the Banqueting House
(see p99) and, in southeast London, Eltham Palace
(see p113) and the Queens House (see p112). For
location details of all these sights, see p226.

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Sir John Soanes Museum

9 H2

13 Lincolns Inn Fields, WC2 020 7405 2107

www.soane.org Open 105 TueSat (to 9pm first Tue of the
month); tours at 2pm (first come, first served)

Sir John Soane (17531837) was a renowned architect

in his day, and the interior of this unique, labyrinthine
house is a testament to his passion for the Classical
world. On the face of it, you are entering a Georgian
terraced house, but Soanes rebuilding throws into
disarray the usual neatness of a Georgian interior. A
dark, warm corridor gives way to a staircase spiralling
up three floors. A succession of skylights often
glazed in yellow to bathe sculptures in what Soane
perceived as a Mediterranean light illuminates the
jumbled rooms. At every turn you come across
fragments of ancient sculptures and architectural
mouldings. Among these are glimpses of an alternative London beautifully drafted, but unfulfilled
plans for betempled bridges, a royal palace for Green
Park and a Neo-Classical Houses of Parliament.
The ingenious design of the house reaches its high
point in the Picture Room, formerly the stableyard of
the house next door. As Soanes painting collection
grew, space became a problem, and so he installed
hinged screens in the place of solid walls. An attendant will open up panels to reveal works by Turner and
Piranesi, and the complete set of original paintings
by Hogarth which make up The Rakes Progress. In
the New Picture Room (added after Soanes death) is
one of Canalettos finest works, View towards Santa
Maria della Salute, Venice.

RIBA

architectural resource

8 D1

66 Portland Place, W1 020 7580 5533

www.riba.org Open 96 MonFri, 95 Sat

The Royal Institute of British Architects puts on a

range of shows, including homages to architectural
greats. The RIBA building itself is a rather lovely
1930s Deco-Classical hybrid, with a caf-restaurant
and an excellent bookshop, where you can buy all
manner of books on architecture and design.
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9 F2
Great Court & Reading Room,
British Museum entrance to the treasure house
Great Russell St, WC1 020 7323 8000
www.thebritishmuseum.ac.uk Museum open 105:30 daily
(to 8:30 Thu & Fri); Great Court open to 11pm ThuSat

Architect Norman Fosters reworking of the British

Museums central courtyard has created a vast foyer
beneath a curving glass roof at the heart of the
building. Like a new city square, this is a great
meeting area, with cafs surrounding the gleaming
rotunda of the famous Reading Room. This is now a
reference library for the BMs collection, and also
offers the best free Internet access in London. A
staircase winds around the rotunda, leading up to the
Court Restaurant, magnificently set at the level of the
buildings pediments and architrave. From the
courtyard, signs point off north, south, east and west
to the various departments of the British Museums
massive collection of artifacts from Africa, Asia,
Egypt, the Americas, Europe, Greece and Rome.

Dr Johnsons House

literary pad

10 A2

17 Gough Square, EC4 020 7353 3745

www.drjohnsonshouse.org
Open 115 MonSat (to 5:30 summer)

The house where the doctor compiled the worlds first

proper English dictionary in the mid-18th century was
dutifully restored in the 20th. After a look around, head
round the corner to one of Johnsons favoured watering
holes: Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese on Fleet Street. Adm

Temple Church

secret history

10 A3

Inner Temple, off Fleet St, EC4 020 7353 3470

www.templechurch.com Open WedFri (usually)

This honey-stoned pot of a building dates from the

12th century when it was the church of the Knights
Templar (see p168). Restored after World War II bomb
damage, it has a round form (unusual in Britain) that
echoes the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.
There are free organ recitals at 1:15pm on Wednesdays.

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St Margarets Church

stained glass

15 G1

Sanctuary, Parliament Square, SW1 020 7222 5152

www.westminster-abbey.org/stmargarets
Open 9:303:45 MonFri, 9:301:45 Sat, 25 Sun

Though often overlooked, St Margarets Church contains an amazing variety of stained glass. Especially
notable are John Pipers abstract designs of 1966,
and fragments of the 19th-century Caxton Window
(honouring the pioneer of printing) on the north aisle.

Banqueting House

grandiose building

9 G5

Whitehall, SW1 0870 751 5178

www.hrp.org.uk Open 105 MonSat

An epic, heavenly Rubens ceiling and the architecture

of Inigo Jones (the artist who brought Renaissance
classicism to Britain) lure visitors. The video and
audio tour are overly pompous, so its better to visit
the place as part of the lively Old Westminster tour
offered by Original London Walks (see p231). Adm

Tate Britain

more space for British art

15 G3

Millbank, SW1 020 7887 8000

www.tate.org.uk Open 105:50 daily

Ever since more than half of the Tates collection

sailed off down the Thames to set up home in Tate
Modern, the original gallery has had to work hard to
retain its audience. This it has done with aplomb
sprucing up the interior, creating more viewing space
and focusing on British art. There is now more room
to wander an excellent, wide-ranging collection,
taking in the homely landscapes of Constable, the
worlds largest assemblage of Turners (grouped in the
Clore Galleries), the landscape-influenced modernism
of Hepworth and Moore, and the savage, existential
paintings of Francis Bacon.
More up-to-date works can be seen in the Art Now
spaces, one of which is used especially for video
work. Theres a good (and pricey) restaurant in the
basement, where the dining area is surrounded by a
fantastical mural depicting the pursuit of rare foods.
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The Art Boat

a waterborne Hirst

15 G3

Millbank Pier to Bankside Pier Operates 10am5pm;

15-minute journey every 40 mins in each direction

Sporting Damien Hirsts trademark coloured dots, the

Art Boat zips between Tates Britain and Modern. The
cost includes as many trips as you like in a day, and
the pier at Tate Modern is useful for other sights the
Globe (see p130), St Pauls (via the Millennium Bridge),
Borough Market (see p163) and Southwark Cathedral.

Sackler Wing, RA

high-tech gallery space

9 E4

Burlington House, Piccadilly, W1 020 7300 8000

www.royalacademy.org.uk Open 106 daily (to 10pm Fri)

While the main gallery of the Royal Academy puts on

blockbuster shows (Monet, the Summer Exhibition),
the Lord Norman Foster-designed Sackler Wing offers
greater variety and more surprises. Recent exhibitions
include Flemish manuscripts, Tamara de Lempicka, and
the minimalist landscapes of William Nicholson. Adm

St Jamess Piccadilly

Wrens joy

9 E4

197 Piccadilly, W1 020 7734 4511

www.st-james-piccadilly.org Open 87 daily

This Wren church of 1684 is said to have been the

architects favourite. Its a little haven from the busy
street outside, with a beautifully structured interior
and astounding 1680s wood carvings by Grinling
Gibbons. Theres also an energetic programme of
events, including recitals most afternoons at 1:10pm.

Wrens London
Christopher Wrens influence on London stems from
the Great Fire of 1666, after which he was put in
charge of creating 51 new City churches and a new
cathedral, St Pauls. The ceiling and crypts of the
cathedral are well worth viewing (8:304 MonSat;
adm). A beautiful wooden model in the crypt reveals
Wrens original, more Classical design for St Pauls.

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St Stephen Walbrook provided a prototype for

St Pauls dome, and the steeple of St Mary-le-Bow
shows Wrens appreciation for the Classical architectural orders. St Brides off Fleet Street, meanwhile,
provided inspiration, it is said, for the familiar
tiered wedding cake. For location details, see p226.
Original London Walks (see p231) do a Wren tour
on Tuesday afternoons.

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The Wallace Collection

Old Masters

8 C2

Hertford House, Manchester Square, W1 020 7563 9500

www.the-wallace-collection.org
Open 105 daily

A stately Georgian house is the setting for this

outstanding collection, left to the nation in 1897.
Highlights include Frans Halss hugely famous,
flamboyantly moustached Laughing Cavalier, and a
touching painting by Rembrandt of his son Titus. Two
brilliant portraits by Van Dyck hang close by. There
are also several lively painted sketches by Rubens,
including an Adoration of the Magi and the
celebrated Rainbow Landscape.
The Wallace Collection also celebrates the artistry
found in the weaponry of Europe and the Middle East
in past centuries, and includes a pair of pistols with
stocks intricately carved with images of Samson and
Hercules. The glass-roofed central courtyard is where
youll find Caf Bagatelle, a very civilized and relaxing
spot for afternoon tea.

Serpentine Gallery

contemporary art & architecture

7 H5

Kensington Gardens, W2 020 7402 6075

www.serpentinegallery.org Open 106 daily

Located in a former tea house in Kensington Gardens, the Serpentine

has built a reputation for putting on solo shows by some of the big guns
of contemporary art. Each year, moreover, a different architect is invited
to create a one-off summer pavilion in the grounds just outside the
gallery Zaha Hadid, Daniel Libeskind and Oscar Niemeyer have
created brilliant structures in previous years.

Brompton Oratory

Catholic encounter

14 A2

Brompton Rd, SW7 020 7808 0900

www.brompton-oratory.org.uk

Built in the 1880s but looking like a product of

17th-century Italy, the Oratorys faade gives way to
a full-on Baroque interior, with no surface escaping
ornamentation. An arched and many-domed roof
provides a canvas for heavenly images. At ground
level, dark confessionals occupy every corner.
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Exhibition Road

museum row

13 H2

Science Museum 0870 8704868

www.sciencemuseum.org.uk Open 106 daily
Natural History Museum 020 7942 5000
www.nhm.ac.uk Open 105:50 MonSat, 115:50 Sun
V&A 020 7942 2000
www.vam.ac.uk Open 105.45 daily (to 10pm Wed)

Three very different museums, each of world renown,

lie at the Cromwell Road end of Exhibition Road.
Animatronic dinosaurs and interactive exhibits in
the Earth Galleries draw hordes of families to the
Natural History Museum. Visitors of a more artistic
leaning may appreciate more the building itself, a wonderful creation by Alfred Waterhouse, with carvings of
living species on the west side, extinct species on the
east. Meanwhile, anyone interested in technology will
enjoy the neighbouring Science Museum, not least
for Charles Babbages Difference Engine of 1832, a
vastly complicated automatic calculator thats often
been described as the worlds first computer.
With fewer child-pleasing features, the Victoria and
Albert Museum (V&A) is less crowded than its neighbours and all the more enjoyable for this. In particular,
the Pirelli Garden courtyard and the beautiful Morris
and Gamble Rooms (where theres a new restaurant)
are delightfully restful places. Elsewhere in the
museum are the Sculpture and Painting Galleries;
the 20th Century Galleries, which focus on product
design; a brilliant Photography Gallery; and the
British Galleries, which feature fashion, furniture
and interiors from 1500 to 1900.

Linley Sambourne House

13 E1

18 Stafford Terrace, W8 020 7602 3316

www.rbkc.gov.uk/linleysambournehouse Tours Sat & Sun

Home makeovers are nothing new, as proved by this

beautifully preserved 1870s townhouse, former home
of the noted Punch cartoonist. Glazed window boxes
reflect the Victorian passion for conservatories, while
bare patches behind paintings cruelly reveal the
Sambournes frugal use of wallpaper. Adm

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Leighton House Museum

12 D1

12 Holland Park Rd, W14 020 7602 3316

www.rbkc.gov.uk/LeightonHouseMuseum
Open 115:30 WedMon

This wonderfully idiosyncratic studio-house was built

for the fashionable Victorian painter Frederick, Lord
Leighton. Mirroring the success of his career, the house
was aggrandized in the late 19th century, when its
defining feature, the Arab Hall, was added. This lovely
space has a pool with a tiny tinkling fountain, and walls
decorated with deep turquoise tiles from Damascus.
The back rooms, overlooking a pleasant garden
(open AprSep), are hung with paintings by the main
Pre-Raphaelite players Millais, Burne-Jones,
Waterhouse as well as Leightons exotic and
incredibly detailed Oriental and Classical scenes.
Upstairs, light pours into the studio and salon. Here,
among paintings of varied success, are small
landscape studies and preparatory sketches, which
are some of Leightons most enduring works. Adm

St Bartholomew the Great

10 B2

West Smithfield, EC1 020 7606 5171

www.greatstbarts.com Open TueSun exc during services

Your imaginative powers are called upon to fully

appreciate this 12th-century Norman priory, Londons
oldest parish church. Much of the nave is now an
open churchyard, and the former entrance door is
now a gateway leading on to Smithfield Market. But it
still has a lot of atmosphere.

19 Princelet Street

a house of refuge

11 F1

Spitalfields, E1 020 7247 5352

www.19princeletstreet.org.uk Open occasional Sun
afternoons & Refugee Week (mid-Jun); check website

Now set up as a small museum about immigration in

Spitalfields, this terraced house was home to French
Huguenots and, later, Jewish migrs. Beyond the
small front rooms is No. 19s most startling secret: a
creaking three-storey synagogue of 1869.

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Dennis Severs House

time capsule

11 E1

18 Folgate Street, E1 020 7247 4013

www.dennissevershouse.co.uk Open Mon evenings by
candlelight (booking required) & occasional afternoons

The modern world closes behind you as you enter

this terraced house in Spitalfields. The late artist
Dennis Severs interpreted the history of his home by
furnishing its ten rooms in ways that evoke moments
(more than just periods) in its past. Each room is a
still life: in the front parlour, time seems to have
stopped in the 1700s, with rich pies, half-eaten fruit
and glasses of wine abandoned on the table. The
cold and dusty attic rooms leap straight out of the
early 1900s, with silk-weaving apparatus and crumbling damp ceilings. The level of detail is extraordinary. Cracked oyster shells indicate a snack just eaten;
the pungent scent of oranges, cloves and lavender
fills the nostrils. Clocks chime the hour, while a sly
black cat ghosts about. Only by the sight of other
visitors are you reminded of the present. Adm

Museum of the Order of St John

10 B1

St Johns Gate, EC1 020 7324 4070

www.sja.org.uk/museum Tours Tue, Fri & Sat

Be sure to catch the hour-long tour that takes you

down into a hidden 12th-century crypt, then up into a
Tudor gatehouse. The history of the Knights of St John
is fascinating and far-reaching the Crusades, 14thcentury Poll Tax Riots, Shakespeare, The Gentlemans
Magazine and modern first-aid volunteers all appear.

Whitechapel Gallery

contemporary art

11 F2

8082 Whitechapel High Street, E1

020 7522 7878 (recorded info) 020 7522 7888 (enquiries)
www.whitechapel.org Open 116 TueSun (to 9 Thu)

One of Londons largest galleries, the Whitechapel

puts on attention-grabbing exhibitions of modern and
contemporary art. The history of performance art and
Gerhard Richter were among recent subjects. The
slick caf was designed by artist Liam Gillick.

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Geffrye Museum

homes in history

5 E4

136 Kingsland Rd, E2 020 7739 9893

www.geffrye-museum.org.uk Open 105 TueSat, 125 Sun

A row of neat little almshouses has been converted

into a charming museum on the theme of English
domestic interiors and gardens of the last 400 years.
The Victorian rooms reach a zenith of clutter before
the modern world storms in with the 1930s house. An
open loft apartment represents the 1990s.

Wapping Project Space

art, industry, food

Wapping Wall, E1 020 7680 2080 1 Wapping

www.thewappingproject.com
Open noon10:30 MonSat, noon6 Sun

At the same time that Tate Modern was reshaping

Bankside Power Station, the smaller-scale Wapping
Project Space was emerging from the defunct
industrial space of Wapping Hydraulic Power Station.
Brainchild of theatre director Jules Wright, WPS
puts on lively shows of contemporary art, dance and
music in a space that seems to have remained largely
untouched since the time of its industrial death
throes in the late 1970s. Bits of machinery stand idle,
and sounds echo off concrete and metal surfaces.
The space works particularly well for video
projections and installations: Richard Wilson
(Butterfly, 2003), Jane Prophet (Conductor, 2000) and
Finnish artist Elina Brotherus (Baigneurs, 2004) have
created brilliant works here. Theres an excellent
restaurant too, called Wapping Food.

Victorian Cemeteries
Londons great old cemeteries have a poetic equilibrium, the artistry of stonemasons jostling for
space with the natural world of brambles and trees.
Highgate Cemetery is where youll find the lumpish
bust of Karl Marx. Kensal Green Cemetery is home
to some fanciful Egyptian-style tombs and a chapel
built to look like a Greek temple.

Brompton Cemetery is a more civilized affair,

with sharp paths and avenues. Like Kensal Green, it
has a Neo-Classical temple; its silhouette and
golden sandstone are especially striking in the
evening light. The wildest cemeteries are Abney
Park (see p173) and the gothic forest of Nunhead,
where angels and crucifixes seem to sprout from
ivy-clad trees. For location details, see p226.

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Docklands

industrial past, commercial future

Isle of Dogs, E14 1 Canary Wharf

Museum in Docklands: West India Quay 0870 444 3857
www.museumindocklands.org.uk Open 106 daily

From the driverless trains of the DLR to the pumped-up

steel and glass commercial buildings mushrooming
all around, there is something exhilarating (albeit not
pretty) about Docklands. A shiny new city has all but
replaced the wharfs and warehouses of the old port.
The Museum in Docklands, set in a beautiful brick
warehouse, which once held spices, rum and cotton,
tells the 2,000-year tale of London as a place of trade.
That trade continues in the multinational offices at
Canary Wharf, served by three interconnected shopping malls (Cabot Place, Canada Place and Jubilee
Place). There are many pubs and restaurants, most of
them chains. Two worth seeking out are 1802, a smart
restaurant and bar next to the museum, overlooking
Future Systems lime-green footbridge; and Conrans
stylish Plateau, on the fourth floor of Canada Place.

Estorick Collection

Futurism

4 B1

39 Canonbury Sq, N1 020 7704 9522

www.estorickcollection.com Open 116 WedSat, 125 Sun

Tucked away on a leafy backroad, this gallery is dedicated to the Italian Futurist Movement of the early 20th
century. Its the perfect antidote to Londons gargantuan museums, a place to quietly peruse Severinis,
Boccionis and also works by Modigliani and de Chirico.
The House (see p49) is nearby for refreshment. Adm

Camden Arts Centre

contemporary art

Arkwright Road, NW3 020 7472 5500 1 Finchley Road

www.camdenartscentre.org Open 106 TueSun (to 9 Wed)

Newly refurbished, the arts centre continues to

showcase influential artists and Britains best upand-coming talent. Art/architectural group MUF
created the garden, which features a terrace that
traces the footprint of two houses destroyed
by a bomb during World War II.

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Lords

sporting traditions, modern architecture

Wellington Road, NW8 1 St Johns Wood

www.lords.org Tours daily (020 7616 8595 to book)

Lords is more than just a cricket ground: it is the home

of the game, the keeper of its beguiling rules and the
custodian of its traditions. You may be surprised, then,
to discover that it also sports some leading-edge
architecture. The stands surrounding the pitch are by
Nicholas Grimshaw and Michael Hopkins pioneers of
High-Tech building design. In playful fashion, the
Hopkins Stand has been designed to look rather like a
temporary summer marquee.
The Media Centre was built in 2000 by Future
Systems. This sensuous white cocoon, created with
the aid of boat manufacturers, rises dramatically from
the Mound end, in contrast to the stately Victoriana of
Thomas Veritys Pavilion (1890) at the opposite end.
Tours of Lords are conducted by cricket enthusiasts,
and take in the grounds architecture and the MCC
Museum, which charts the history of cricket.

Fenton House

17th-century traditions

1 A4

Windmill Hill, NW3 020 7435 3471

www.national-trust.org.uk
Open AprOct: Sat & Sun 115, WedFri 25

Set in formal gardens, this 17th-century house has

displays of early keyboard instruments, fine Chinese
porcelain and some precious English and Continental
figurines. The Dining Room is the venue for a summer
concert series of early music (some Thu MayOct). Adm

2 Willow Road

modern living perfected

1 C4

2 Willow Road, NW3 020 7435 6166

www.national-trust.org.uk
AprOct: noon5 ThuSat; Mar & Nov: noon5 Sat

The Modernist interior of the former home of architect

Ern Goldfinger is superb: flexible living areas,
picture windows and sophisticated colour schemes
are defining features. Dotted about are paintings by
Henry Moore, Max Ernst and Bridget Riley. Adm

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Freud Museum

the doctors final home

20Maresfield Gardens,NW3 020 7435 2002 1 Finchley Road

www.freud.org.uk Open noon5 WedSun

Preserved as the Father of Psychoanalysis left them,

the library and study in Sigmund Freuds house
contain a great collection of Greek, Roman, Egyptian
and Oriental antiquities. But pride of place goes to
the original psychoanalytical couch, with its plumpedup cushions and richly patterned Persian rug. Adm

Kenwood House

Masters on the Heath

1 C1

Hampstead Heath, NW3 020 8348 1286

www.englishheritage.org.uk
Open AprOct 105 daily; NovMar 104 daily

Architect Robert Adams Neo-Classical house at the

top of Hampstead Heath provides a stately home for
the Iveagh Bequest. The collection includes paintings
by Turner, Reynolds and Gainsborough, as well as a late
Rembrandt Self-Portrait and Vermeers Guitar Player.

Keats House

home of the young Romantic

1 C5

Keats Grove, NW3 020 7435 2062

www.corpoflondon.gov.uk/keats
Open mid-AprOct: 125 TueSun; NovMar: 124 TueSun

Romantic poet John Keats lived in this genteel house

in 181820, hoping that the good air and waters of
Hampstead would alleviate his tuberculosis. Letters,
possessions and manuscripts tell the tale of a sensitive writer who died young. Adm

Londons Georgian Squares

The most elegant chapter of Londons expansion
happened during the Georgian era (17141830),
when homogeneous Neo-Classical streetscapes
were created, often set around garden squares.
Many of these squares are open to the public.
Among the best are the quietish Golden Square
(Map 9 E3) and thronged Soho Square (9 F2);

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Berkeley Square (8 D4) for its magnificent plane

trees; St Jamess Square (9 E4) for its exceptional
Georgian townhouse surrounds; Bloomsbury Square
(9 G2) for its jollity; and Queens Square (9 G1) for
its tucked-away charm and enticing pubs and cafs
on Cosmos Place. Many other squares to which
access is normally restricted are open to all on the
annual London Garden Squares Day (see p10).

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Saatchi Gallery

9 H5

home of 1990s Brit art

County Hall, SE1 Info 020 7823 2363 Tickets 020 7928 8195
www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk Open 108 daily (to 10 Fri & Sat)

Saatchis move to County Hall has brought the gallery

closer to the cultural life of the South Bank, albeit in
a spot thats surrounded by games arcades and fastfood outlets. However, the collection is impressive,
focusing on contemporary British artists, such as the
Chapman brothers and Tracey Emin. Adm

Jerwood Space

hot competition

10 B5

171 Union Street, SE1 020 7654 0171

www.jerwoodspace.co.uk
Open TueSun afternoons (opening times vary depending
on the exhibition)

The programming at this contemporary art gallery

is based on a series of annual prizes in a variety of
media. Far from traditional, the work on show is
cutting edge.

Hayward Gallery

avant-garde shows

9 H4

South Bank Centre, SE1 020 7960 5226

www.hayward.org.uk
Open 106 daily (to 8 Tue & Wed, to 9 Fri)

Arguably Londons premier gallery for temporary exhibitions, particularly of contemporary art, the Hayward
is a versatile space. It was built in the late 1960s in a
Brutalist style, and in recent years the occupiers have
been learning to love it again. The interior has been
stripped back to the original rough concrete surface
that, when empty, gives it the appearance of a multistorey car park. Brutal it may be, but it is a provoking
alternative to the white-box look of many galleries.
Paintings dont necessarily look their best here, but
the Hayward is an exceptional space for modern
sculpture and multimedia installations. Video works
such as Douglas Gordons 24-Hour Psycho have been
highly acclaimed. The new foyer, incorporating a glass
pavilion by Dan Graham, houses touch-sensitive
screens playing a mix of cartoons and art videos. Adm
Summer concerts are held in the grounds of Kenwood House (see p10)

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Old Operating Theatre

scary surgery

10 D5

9a St Thomass Street, SE1 020 7955 4791/020 7188 2679

www.thegarret.org.uk Open 10:305 daily

Accessed via a Herb Garret that lulls you with the idea
of quaint botanical potions, the operating theatre of
1822 comes as a shock. An oversize chopping board
is set on a stage surrounded by tiered seats for students and onlookers, while in an adjacent room is a
vast array of knives and amputation saws. Adm

Design Museum

modern design institute

11 F5

28 Shad Thames, SE1 0870 8339955

www.designmuseum.org Open 105:45 daily (to 9 Fri, AprOct)

Temporary exhibitions take in the breadth of modern

designers, from 19th-century engineer Isambard
Kingdom Brunel to music-industry graphic artist
Peter Saville. On the top floor there is a permanent
collection of mass-produced design classics check
out how many you have owned. Adm

South London Gallery

big players/new blood

65 Peckham Road, SE5 020 7703 6120

1 Oval, then bus 36
www.southlondongallery.org
Open 126 TueSun

This one-hall gallery stages exhibitions of contemporary artists. International names have included Sherrie
Levine and Christian Boltanski; home-grown talents
have included Tracey Emin and Sarah Lucas.

Independent & Commercial Galleries

The most exciting galleries for up-and-coming artists
are mainly in East London. There are clusters in
Hoxton (see p162), including White Cube and The
Agency, and near Victoria Park (Matts Gallery,
Chisenhale, The Showroom and Wilkinson Gallery).
Theres also a small gallery, The Approach, above a
friendly pub of the same name. In Central London,

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on Heddon Street, are Sadie Coles HQ and Gagosian.

Gagosian has also opened a space on Britannia
Street at Kings Cross. There are many galleries
around Cork Street, but dont miss Stephen
Friedman on neighbouring Old Burlington Street.
One of the best is out on its own: the Lisson near
Marylebone Station. Try www.newexhibitions.com
for information. For location details, see p225.

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Tate Modern

power plant of modern art

10 B4

Bankside, SE1 020 7887 8000

www.tate.org.uk Open 106 SunThu, 1010 Fri & Sat

Since it opened in 2000, Tate Modern has been

spectacularly popular. A large part of this success is
due to the building itself: a monolithic, brown-brick
power station transformed into an elegant Modernist
gallery by architects Herzog & de Meuron.
The vast Turbine Hall is the dramatic focus of the
building, installations (each in situ for six months)
have been created by artists such as Louise Bourgeois,
Juan Muoz and Olafur Eliasson. The dimensions of
the hall are so great its 155 m (500 ft) long by 35 m
(115 ft) that works have been increasingly theatrical
in an attempt to fill the void. In Weather Project (2004),
for example, Olafur Eliasson filled the hall with
orange light from a giant sun, covered the entire
ceiling with mirrors and pumped in steamy clouds.
The permanent collection is relatively modest for
the size of building, occupying just two of the floors.
The regular rotation of pieces result in compelling

displays of work by Matisse, Rodin, Bruce Nauman

and other giants of modern art. This approach may
have its drawbacks, but its a refreshing way to view
the works of art, giving the exhibition the feel of
a contemporary group show rather than a place
of academia.
Tate Modern has an increasingly strong quota of
video work, including Bill Violas monumental Five
Angels for the Millennium and Paul McCarthys seminal
Rocky (1976), in which the artist beats himself up and
collapses into a naked heap. Amid this vastness and
energy, it is good to know that small paintings can still
hold their own, as exemplified by Picassos exquisite
Girl in a Chemise (1905).
The Level 4 galleries are given over to invariably
brilliant temporary exhibitions, for which an entrance
fee is charged. There is a moderately priced caf on
Level 2, offering good food and efficient, friendly
service. The caf on Level 7 gets extremely busy if
you want the views, visit before or after the lunchtime
rush (12:302:30pm) and be prepared to wait.

As well as offering free guided tours daily, the Tate Modern has also introduced Palm Pilot tours

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Dulwich Picture Gallery

fine paintings

Gallery Road, Dulwich Village, SE21 020 8693 5254

West Dulwich
www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk
Open 105 TueFri, 115 Sat & Sun

Leafy Dulwich is home to a small and perfectly

formed collection of European Old Master paintings
from the 17th and 18th centuries. The gallery was
purpose-built in 1811 by Sir John Soane (see p97) and
is illuminated mainly by natural light entering through
lantern windows a Soane innovation that has been
much copied. This creates a perfect, even light in
which to compare the artistic forces of Italy, France,
the Netherlands and England.
The quality of the work is extremely high, as
exemplified by Guido Renis St Sebastian: two other
versions of the composition exist, one in the Prado,
the other in the Louvre. Theres also a delicate little
Rembrandt (Portrait of Jacob III de Gheyn), and works
by Raphael, Poussin, Rubens, Hogarth and
Gainsborough, including the instantly recognisable
Unknown Couple in a Landscape. There are many
wonderful smaller discoveries too, such as a recently
restored River Landscape by Aelbert Cuyp, perfectly
described as a tiny limpid masterpiece in the wall
text. Restoration included removing a herd of cows
that had been added in the 1800s.
A recent overhaul of the gallery by architect Rick
Mather has added a glazed cloister and a moderately
priced caf-restaurant. Dulwich itself centres around
a pleasant park and the Crown & Greyhound pub. Adm

Queens House

architectural delight

16 C2

Greenwich Park, SE10 020 8312 6565

www.nmm.ac.uk Open 105 daily

Besides some fine furniture and a few paintings of

note, the triumph of Queens House is its architecture.
This is the work of Inigo Jones (15731652), and in
details such as the Tulip spiral staircase you can see
not only the Classicism that this building precipitated
in Britain, but also a foreshadowing of Modernism.

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Eltham Palace

medieval meets Art Deco

Court Yard, SE9 020 8294 2548 Eltham

www.elthampalace.org.uk
Open AprOct: 105 SunWed, NovMar: 104 SunWed

Having fallen ungracefully from its status as one of

Henry VIIIs hunting residences to become a humble
barn in the 18th century, salvation finally came for
Eltham Palace in the 1930s. By then, all that remained
were the Banqueting Hall and parts of the garden,
including the moat bridge. Arts patron Stephen
Courtauld decided to restore the Hall and build a new,
and very modern, country house around it.
Designed by Seely and Paget, the 1930s house is a
seductive piece of Art Deco styling, with sweeping,
light-filled rooms; curving walls lined with maple,
aspen and sycamore panelling; and ocean-liner style
furnishings. Its easy to envisage the sophisticated,
Martini-sipping party set who would have weekended
with the gregarious Courtaulds. Stories abound about
Jonggy, the pet ring-tailed lemur who favoured the
Flower Room when he wasnt up in his bunk. Adm

Along the River

Its taken a while, but the Thames shows clear signs
of having undergone a renaissance. Its waters are
cleaner than theyve been for several centuries, the
riverbank is alive with culture (see p164) and
increasing numbers of boats now ply up and down
the river. The waterway is a brilliant means of
traversing the city along its east-west axis: the
Houses of Parliament show their most elegant side,
the views of the bridges are unparalleled, and the
many stop-off points are situated right outside
some of Londons most attractive sights.
The Art Boat (see p100) ferries up and down the
river between Tate Britain (see p99) and Tate Modern
(see p111) a 15-minute trip every 40 minutes in each
direction. The boat stops off at the London Eye
(www.londoneye.com), too. The views from this oversize fairground wheel can be amazing, especially at

sunset (see p18). The London Eye pier is also handy

for the Saatchi Gallery (see p109), London Aquarium
(www.londonaquarium.co.uk) and, across Westminster Bridge, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and St Margarets Church (see p99).
Boats run over longer distances: Westminster Pier
or Embankment Pier to Greenwich (see p174) is a
favourite (every 4045 minutes from 10am3:45pm;
returning until 5:20pm); and Westminster Pier to
Kew (see p175) and Hampton Court (11am and noon;
one-and-a-half hours to Kew, three-and-a-half hours
to Hampton Court, see p12).
Of the river websites, www.transportforlondon.
gov.uk/river gives the best information for river
travel; www.riverthames.co.uk has a lively
overview of the entire river and associated events,
including boat races; while www.citycruises.com is
a company offering historical tours.

You can walk all the way along the south bank of the Thames between Waterloo and Tower Bridge

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performance
Londons theatres in the West End
and on the South Bank are world
famous, but cutting-edge drama is
increasingly found further afield,
in places such as the Tricycle in
Kilburn and the Almeida, Islington.
The citys musical stage stretches
from the cupboard-sized 12 Bar
Club to the majestic Royal Opera
House. A lively comedy circuit is
found in a host of pubs and clubs,
while cinemas dotted around the
city compete for coolness.

TOP CHOICES

performance

CLASSICAL VENUES

DANCE

CUTTING-EDGE THEATRE

Wigmore Hall

Sadlers Wells

Tricycle

36 Wigmore Street, W1

Rosebery Avenue, EC1

269 Kilburn High Road, NW6

The fine acoustics of the Wigmore

Halls beautiful auditorium make it
an outstanding venue for classical
music. (See p122)

The Wells is an attractive venue for

performances by the big names of
modern dance, such as Michael
Clark and Ballet Rambert. (See p126)

Political and satirical plays are given

an airing at the Tricycle, a theatre
that dares to experiment with our
expectations of drama. (See p129)

St Johns Smith Square

The Place

Smith Square, SW1

17 Dukes Road, WC1

An 18th-century church arena is the

pre-eminent venue for performances
of Early Music. The lunchtime
concerts are a bargain. (See p122)

Experimental dance is showcased

at the Robin Howard Dance Theatre,
which is part of this centre for
dance education. (See p122)

The Tricycle also has a vibrant cafbar, an adjoining repertory cinema and
an art gallery, making the journey to
Kilburn well worth the trek.

Purcell Room/Queen
Elizabeth Hall

Laban Centre

Belvedere Road, SE1

Two performance spaces for

avant-garde dance are set in a
state-of-the-art building.

Theres no need to dress up for these

concert halls. There are two superb
resident orchestras. (See p129)

Royal Opera House

Bow Street, WC2

Londons most lavish setting for

operatic productions and performances by the Royal Ballet has a
high-class atmosphere. (See p118)

Creekside, SE8

(See p130)

The Clore Studio at the Royal

Opera House is an additional space for
experimental contemporary dance.

Donmar Warehouse
41 Earlham Street, WC2

A mixture of cerebral drama and

big-name actors has been key to
the success of the Donmar. Its an
intense, intimate space. (See p118)

National Theatre
South Bank, SE1

Of the Nationals three auditoria,

the Cottesloe studio is the most
versatile space for small-scale,
experimental productions. (See p129)

Almeida
Almeida Street, N1

A beguilingly light and airy foyer-caf

leads onto a brooding auditorium
where brilliant, nerve-jangling drama
is the norm. (See p126)

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GIG VENUES

JAZZ & BLUES

performance
COMEDY

Borderline

606 Club

Hackney Empire

Orange Yard, Manette Street, WC2

90 Lots Road, SW10

Mare Street, E8

Enjoy the sweaty fun as new bands

thrash out their songs. US bands
often get their first UK footing
here too. (See p119)

This stalwart of the British jazz

scene is set in a basement in
Chelsea. Book a table. (See p123)

Long-established as a venue for

comedy, the Empire attracts wellknown comics such as Paul Merton,
Jenny Eclair and Bill Bailey. (See p125)

Shepherds Bush Empire

Comedy Store

Shepherds Bush Green, W12

1a Oxendon Street, SW1

This mid-scale hall with an

excellent sound system is
especially suited to gigs by
solo artists. (See p123)

At this legendary club, energetic

stand-up comedy is performed
to an audience that takes no
prisoners. (See p121)

12 Bar Club

Ronnie Scotts

Comedy Caf

223 Denmark Street, WC2

47 Frith Street, W1

668 Rivington Street, EC2

Tiny it may be, but on a good night

this venue, set among the music
shops of Tin Pan Alley, has an
electric atmosphere. (See p119)

Londons best-loved jazz venue. Stick

around for the late-night sessions,
when musicians pull out all the stops.

Situated in one of the liveliest parts

of town, the Comedy Caf provides
drinks, snacks and laughs by the
bucket-load. (See p125)

(See p121)

The pub circuit is a big part of

the music scene for hard-working bands
trying to make their mark. Check out the
Hope & Anchor on Upper Street, Islington
a bar with great rock heritage.

Jazz Caf
5 Parkway, NW1

The Jazz Caf provides a broad mix

of jazz-influenced music everything
from funky Roy Ayers to lyrical
rapper Q-Tip. (See p127)

Tickets can be booked online for many London music venues

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Royal Opera House

ballet & opera

9 G3

Bow Street, Covent Garden, WC2 020 7304 4000

www.royaloperahouse.org
Tours: three daily at 10:30, 12:30 and 2:30

Shared by the Royal Ballet and Royal Opera, the

Opera House is a magnificent theatre, the tiers of its
auditorium rising to precipitous heights, topped off
with a richly decorated ceiling. The ballet programme
offers classical pieces with a few modern works.
Swan Lake, The Dream and The Rite of Spring were
2005 productions. In the same year, operatic
performances included Rigaletto, Die Walkre and La
Bohme. Tickets range from under 5 (restricted view
bench seats up in the gods) to more than 150. On
Mondays, some seats are offered at huge discounts.
The Linbury Studio is a modest alternative for
experimental dance and small ensemble concerts.
On Mondays, free lunchtime recitals are held here or
in the Crush Room, one of the Opera Houses many
spaces for eating, drinking and socializing.

Poetry Caf

hub of poetry life in London

9 G3

22 Betterton Street, WC2 020 7420 9888

www.poetrysociety.org.uk Open 1111 MonFri, 6:3011 Sat

This is a good caf in its own right, the fare ranging

from Marmite on toast and a cup of tea to decent
wine. Its also the venue for readings, poetry and
jazz nights, open-mike slots and poetry slams. Come
here to find out about the more itinerant poetry
events around town, too.

Donmar Warehouse

innovative theatre

9 F3

41 Earlham St, WC2 0870 0606624

www.donmarwarehouse.com

Now under the directorship of Michael Grandage, the

Donmar continues the success it achieved under Sam
Mendes, who persuaded Nicole Kidman and other
stars to perform on stage here. Productions have
included Jonathan Kents Hecuba and Grand Hotel,
directed by Michael Grandage.

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12 Bar Club

live gigs in a tiny room

9 F2

223 Denmark Street, WC2 020 7916 6989

www.12barclub.com Club open from 8pm daily

Hosting several acts each night in an upstairs room

accessed via a tight alley, the 12 Bar is a great place
to hear the ballads of an accomplished singersongwriter. That said, it also puts on a frenetic
London Callin night (last Sat of the month), which
draws on the capitals punk and ska heritage.

Arts Theatre

popular & offbeat drama

9 F3

Great Newport Street, WC2 020 7836 3334

www.artstheatre.com

Following a varied life over the last few decades, the

Arts Theatre is trying to regain its touch for cuttingedge drama a reputation it had in the days when it
premiered Samuel Becketts English-language version
of Waiting For Godot. Tynan, a RSC production based
on the diaries of Kenneth Tynan, was a more recent hit.

ENO @ The Coliseum

opera in English

9 G4

St Martins Lane, WC2 020 7632 8300

www.eno.org

Now back in its superbly revamped building, the

English National Opera continues with its mission to
present opera in the English tongue. To further popularize the art form, 500 seats are available for just 10
on weekdays. There are great views across Trafalgar
Square from the public area on the top floor.

Borderline

tomorrows rock stars today

9 F3

Orange Yard, Manette Street 020 7434 9592

www.borderline.co.uk

A small venue (capacity under 300) with a big

reputation bands such as REM, Oasis, Blur and
Pulp have played at this hot and sweaty little club.
More than this, though, its a place for new bands to
break through and for stalwarts of the US circuit to
find a British audience.
Check www.applesandsnakes.org for poetry events

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Mean Fiddler

small venue, great sound

9 F3

168 Charing Cross Road, WC2 020 7434 9592

www.meanfiddler.com

The Mean Fiddler puts on fewer gigs and more obscure

names than the famous Astoria next door, but the proximity of musicians and audience, and the quality of
the sound system ensure that its an ideal place to
catch up-and-coming bands. Rock is the capitals
premier rock night held every Fri 113:30.

Soho Theatre

literary haunt

9 F3

21 Dean Street, W1 020 7478 0100

www.sohotheatre.com

Not only a theatre but also a scriptwriting centre, this

modern venue in the heart of Soho takes plenty of
risks with new writers. Expect the work to be fresh,
enthusiastic and maybe rough around the edges. Its
also a comedy venue, with leading circuit regulars
Ricky Gervais and Kiki and Herb gracing the stage.

Curzon Soho

art-house cinema

9 F3

99 Shaftesbury Ave, W1 020 7734 2255

www.curzoncinemas.com

The Curzon screens the best international releases

and special features, such as seasons of Eastern
European films or short art films. Few other cinemas
would screen Eduardo Paolozzis 14-minute History of
Nothing. Sunday is repertory day, offering such
classics as Alphaville or Rear Window.

Buying Tickets for West End Shows

As a general rule, the cheapest tickets are sold at
theatre box offices. If a show is sold out, you might
be able to buy returns just before a performance.
More expensive seats will usually be available
through a STAR-regulated ticket agent. London has
just one official discounted tickets booth, in the
middle of Leicester Square, offering tickets on the

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day of the performance (open 107 MonSat,

123:30 Sun). For further information: www.official
londontheatre.co.uk has play summaries and
tickets (its linked with a pamphlet available at
most theatres); www.thisistheatre.com provides
details about performances and the history of
venues; www.londontheatre.co.uk has seating
plans and links to booking agencies.

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Ronnie Scotts

9 F3

jazz stalwart

47 Frith Street, W1 020 7439 0747

www.ronniescotts.co.uk Open 8:30pm3am MonSat
(music starts 9:30), Sun 7:3011

Some of the big jazz names from the US may now

favour larger venues such as the Festival Hall or the
Barbican, but you cant beat the intensity of being
just a few feet away from a group of musicians when
they hit a groove or start pushing their skills to the
limits. On a good night, Ronnie Scotts offers just
such an experience and thereby hangs on to its
reputation as the best jazz club in London.
There are two music sessions most nights. Food is
served during the first. In the late-night session, with
the audiences hunger sated, attention can focus
more fully on the music. In turn, the musicians often
produce their best performances after midnight.
Upstairs is a dance venue, where DJs spin AfroCuban rhythms as the soundtrack for salsa, or 70s
and 80s funk and soul for the Big City Groove nights.

Prince Charles Cinema

cosy film house

9 F3

7 Leicester Place, W1 020 7494 3654 0901 2727007

www.princecharlescinema.com

A cineastes dream, this cinema is like a private viewing

room, with sensual red plush seats designed for
chilling out. Its a cinema with eclectic programming,
showing an array of cult and world cinema, with
regular seasonal film festivals and events. The glitzy
bar and kiosk serve drinks, snacks and savouries.

Comedy Store

radical club comes of age

9 F4

1a Oxendon St, SW1 0870 060 2340

www.thecomedystore.co.uk

The Store opened in 1979 as a punkish riposte to the

gag-merchants who then dominated Britains comedy
landscape, and it helped to create a new genre of freewheeling stand-up. Its a more conventional venue
these days, but something of that initial spirit persists
with the Sunday and Wednesday improv nights.
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The Place

3 F5

thrilling moves

17 Dukes Road, WC1 020 7387 0031

www.theplace.org.uk

The Place is home to the London Contemporary

Dance School and the Richard Alston Dance
Company. The primary stage is the Robin Howard
Dance Theatre, where you can see the work of recent
graduates as well as that of established choreographers and companies from around the world.

St Johns

chamber music

15 G2

Smith Square, SW1 020 7222 1061

www.sjss.org.uk

An elegant Baroque church of 1728 provides a

beautiful setting for its schedule of classical music, as
well as an acoustically excellent one. The Academy of
Ancient Music and the London Chamber Orchestra
perform regularly, and theres a very reasonable
Thursday lunchtime concert series (tickets 5).

Wigmore Hall

supreme classical venue

8 C2

36 Wigmore St, W1 020 7935 2141

www.wigmore-hall.org.uk

World-renowned for recitals, Wigmore Hall should be

the first destination for lovers of classical and early
music. The concert hall was built in 1901, its architect
Thomas Collcutt making extensive use of marble and
alabaster for the walls and flooring, which greatly
contributes to the rooms harmonics. The fine quality
of resonance has attracted some of the worlds most
acclaimed musicians and composers over the
decades, including Saint-Sans, Prokofiev, Francis
Poulenc, Benjamin Britten and Jacqueline du Pr.
Major artists continue to be drawn here; recent
performers have included the Hilliard Ensemble,
Angela Hewitt and Joanna Macgregor. The Wigmore
also attracts a very loyal audience, especially
appreciative of the halls intimacy. In addition to daily
evening performances, there are Monday lunchtime
recitals and coffee concerts on Sundays (see p13).

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Electric Cinema

plush film house

6 D3

191 Portobello Rd, W11 020 7908 9696

www.the-electric.co.uk

A beautifully renovated, single-screen cinema, with

the most comfortable audience seating in London.
You can put your feet up on footstools, sit back in a
wide leather chair, and casually reach across to your
drink on a side table. This is Club-Class cinema-going,
with a bar for wine, beer and snacks at the back
(which closes 5 minutes before films begin) and twoseater sofas on which the romantically inclined can
snuggle up. The programming is excellent too, with
choice films from around the world, as well as the
best of Hollywoods auteurs. On Sunday afternoons,
the cinema screens low-priced double-bill features.
Another string to the Electrics bow is its next-door
brasserie, which is open from 8am for breakfasts,
then rolls on throughout the day and evening, serving
up perfect brasserie food, from club sandwiches and
whitebait to lamb chops and char-grilled fish.

606 Club

jazz with food and drink

13 G5

90 Lots Rd, SW10 020 7352 5953

www.606club.co.uk Open nightly

Geared towards the British jazz scene (and, yes, there

is one), this cosy basement bar-restaurant club with
brick walls, caf furniture and low lighting is open
to non-members if you book for a meal. This is the
only way to get a drink as well, and a fee is added to
the bill for the music.

Shepherds Bush Empire

hot gigs

6 A5

Shepherds Bush Green, W12 020 8354 3300

www.shepherds-bush-empire.co.uk

This one-time TV theatre is much loved by musicians

requiring acoustic subtlety. Celebrated artists such as
Nancy Sinatra, Nitin Sawhney and Van Morrison and
the Wailers have played here in 2005 to critical
acclaim. There are usually three or four live shows
most weeks.
The BBC Proms concert series is one of the worlds largest classical music festivals (see p11)

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Riverside Studios

arts innovation

12 A4

Crisp Road, W6 020 8237 1111

www.riversidestudios.co.uk

Riverside Studios is a small arts centre with great

scope and ambition. A repertory cinema offers nightly
double bills of world movies, while two performance
spaces serve up a wide array of international fare,
from Colombian dance to Iranian theatre. The cafbar has a pleasant terrace overlooking the Thames.

Barbican

cultural gathering place

10 C1

Silk Street, EC2 0845 120 7550

www.barbican.org.uk

A major arts centre to rival the South Bank (see p129),

the Barbican was hewn from Brutalist concrete in a
radical piece of urban planning. Beyond breezy
walkways and concourses overlooked by apartments,
the interior public spaces are open and welcoming.
Theres an excellent concert hall, a distinctly loungy
cinema (independent, art house and repertory), a
theatre and an experimental drama space, the Pit.
The concert hall is home to the accomplished
London Symphony Orchestra and also hosts contemporary classical music, rock gigs and jazz recent
artists have included Ornette Coleman Quartet, Papa
Wemba and Herbie Hancock Residency. The Barbican
Theatre stages a mix of drama and dance. The Black
Rider a collaboration by author William Burroughs,
musician Tom Waits and director Robert Wilson
premiered here in 2004, starring Marianne Faithfull.

The Spitz

live bands

11 F1

109 Commercial Street, E1 020 7392 9032

www.spitz.co.uk Open 11ammidnight MonSat (to 1 Thu,
Fri & Sat), 10am10:30pm Sun

An arty bar and music venue in an increasingly lively

part of town, The Spitz is set in a room above
Spitalfields Market (see p161). Relax to some rootsy
sounds or submit to an acoustic onslaught from some
avant-garde electro wizard of the knobs and dials.

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Hackney Empire

restored theatrical gem

5 H1

Mare Street, E8 020 8985 2424

www.hackneyempire.co.uk

Having undergone a massive 15 million refurbishment, the Hackney Empire is back in business. The
interior, designed by music hall architect Frank
Matcham in 1901, is a superb piece of Victorian showmanship. A multicultural hodge-podge of influences
from India, Italy and the Middle East is rendered into
tiers that subtly reflect the social hierarchy of the
time: plenty of curvy ornamentation for the rich; a lick
of paint and a side entrance for the poorer patrons.
The fanciful setting makes any night out here feel
special, but the programme of events deserves equal
praise for its mission to bring every kind of entertainment to a downtrodden part of town. Comedy, which
was the strongest element pre-refurb, now vies with
opera, jazz, classical, cabaret, drama and dance.
A few international acts feature among local and
national companies.

Comedy Caf

food, drinks and laughter

5 E5

668 Rivington Street, EC2 020 7739 5706

www.comedycafe.co.uk Open from 7:30pm WedSat

One of Londons best places for stand-up. Theres

usually a couple of established acts such as Nick
Revell, Julia Morris or Milton Jones in the line-up. The
clubs rather American in feel, with orderly table
seating, pitchers of beer and burgers rather than pints
and packets of crisps. Wednesday is open-mike spot.

Ocean

superb live venue

5 H1

270 Mare St, E8 020 8533 0111

www.ocean.org.uk Bar open 10amlate daily (from 6pm Sun)

One of Londons newest and best live music clubs,

Ocean offers a state-of-the-art sound system and
various spaces (medium, small and tiny) for gigs.
One night you might witness the antics of Lee Scratch
Perry, the next it might be 1980s throwbacks Level 42.
Theres a separate DJ-bar (Aqua) at street level.

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Walthamstow Dog Track

fast canines

Chingford Road, E4 020 8498 3300 1 Walthamstow

Central, then bus 97, 357, 215 or W11
www.wsgreyhound.co.uk Racing on Tue, Thu & Sat;
lunchtimes Mon & Fri

Winner of Racecourse of the Year 2004, even celebrities

such as Brad Pitt & Claudia Schiffer place a bet here.
Enjoy the comfort of the Paddock Grill or mix with the
commoners in the Popular Enclosure. (See also p16.)

Sadlers Wells

vibrant dance theatre

4 A4

Rosebery Avenue, EC1 0870 737 7737

www.sadlers-wells.com

A superb modern theatre, Sadlers Wells is primarily a

dance venue, though it does feature opera as well.
Choreographer/dancer Michael Clark produced two
acclaimed works in 2003 and 2004, and the venue
has also showcased Argentinian tango, the Rambert
Dance Company and the Dance Theatre of Harlem.

Scala

live bands, club nights and more

3 H4

275 Pentonville Road, N1 020 7833 2022

www.scala-london.co.uk

The Scala positions itself as an alternative venue,

putting on a mix of live acts (indie, world music and
unsigned bands), as well as a staple of adventurous
club nights. The Scalas events often have more than
one focus on a given night, so live bands may well
share the spotlight with DJs and film screenings.

Almeida

pioneering theatre

4 B2

Almeida Street, off Upper St, N1 020 7359 4404

www.almeida.co.uk

The Almeida had a revamp in 2002, acquiring Michael

Attenborough as creative director along with a smart
new foyer and caf-bar. Attenboroughs tenure has
overseen the hugely acclaimed Festen and world
premiere of Sebastian Barrys Whistling Psyche. The
auditorium is a stark, serious and resonant space.

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Kings Head Theatre Bar

pub-theatre

4 B2

115 Upper Street, N1 020 7226 8561

www.kingsheadtheatre.org

A good pub on Islingtons Upper Street has the added

attraction of a tiny little theatre out the back. You can
order a pre-theatre dinner as well, for a full evenings
entertainment. Performances range from newly penned
works to well-worn classics. Many stars have played
here, including Ben Kingsley and Alan Rickman.

Union Chapel

atmospheric gigs

4 B1

Compton Avenue, N1 Info 020 7226 1686; tickets from

Reckless Records on Upper St or at www.wegottickets.com
www.unionchapel.org.uk

The Union Chapel, a working Congregational church, is a

wonderfully Gothic setting for live gigs. Sit beneath its
dramatic arches and soak up the atmosphere with
Hungarian folk groups or creative pop musicians such
as Bjrk. It also hosts occasional comedy nights.

Jazz Caf

showcase for musical innovators

2 D3

5 Parkway, NW1 020 7916 6060

www.jazzcafe.co.uk Open 7pm1am MonThu,
7pm2am Fri & Sat, 124pm (jam session) & 7pmmidnight Sun

Not only jazz, but also soul, funk, world, latin, R&B
and hip-hop are performed here, so the Jazz Cafs
remit is broad indeed. What the performers tend to
share is musical inventiveness. So, if its a hip-hop
night, youre less likely to see a mainstream artist such
as JyZ than you are to witness the lyrical flow of QTip or the psychedelic ramblings of The Pharcyde.
As popular with performers as it is with regulars,
the Jazz Caf welcomes back time and again the big
names of the jazz/funk/soul world, such as Gil Scott
Heron and Roy Ayers (whos practically made the
place his second home). In terms of creature
comforts, the Jazz Caf on the balcony offers
European cuisine, while the downstairs bar, located
in the livelier, dancier area right in front of the stage,
does a brisk trade in beers and cocktails.
The Almeida Restaurant, opposite the theatre, has moderately priced modern European cuisine

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Jongleurs

2 D2

comedy in comfort

Middle Yard, Chalk Farm Road, NW1 0870 787 0707

www.jongleurs.com

The Jongleurs empire started in Battersea just over

20 years ago. Battersea and Camden have both been
revamped but Camden is the smartest operation,
rolling out a mix of decent fast food, jugs of beer and
laughs aplenty. Established comics such as Sean
Meo, Adam Hills and Gina Yashere are regulars.

Hampstead Theatre

fresh new plays

Eton Avenue, NW3 020 7722 9301 1 Swiss Cottage

www.hampsteadtheatre.com

Ensconced in a brand new light and airy home, the

Hampstead Theatre now has a larger auditorium, with
about 300 seats, and an extra studio space for its
most experimental work. Its ethos, however, remains
unchanged, and so it will continue to develop and
promote new writing and young actors.

Everyman

1 A5

superior cinema

5 Holly Bush Vale, NW3 0870 066 4777

www.everymancinema.com

This is cinema-going at its most sophisticated. The

auditorium has an upper balcony of leather seats and
cushions, plenty of leg room and excellent sight lines
so no having to stare at the silhouette of someones
coiffured hair instead of the action on screen. Indeed,
the Everyman has the feel of a private club, with two
comfortable lounges and a bar offering a good
selection of whiskies, beers and wines, and a little
tapas menu, in addition to the two screening rooms.
You could easily idle away an afternoon or evening
here without even seeing a film, instead playing
rounds of backgammon, chess, jenga or mikado a
selection of games available from the reception desk.
However, it would be a shame to forego the pleasures
of an excellent cinema programme, which takes the
pick of new films and a second look at recent releases,
and also offers classics and themed seasons.

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Tricycle

experimental drama

269 Kilburn High Rd, NW6 020 7328 1000 1 Kilburn

www.tricycle.co.uk

Comprising a theatre, cinema, gallery and caf-bar,

the Tricycle is best known for its political and sometimes satirical plays. Musapha Maturas Playboy of
the West Indies and Irish comedy Stones in His
Pockets are among the productions that had their first
London runs at the Tricycle.

9 H4

National Theatre

South Bank, SE1 020 7452 3400; bookings 020 7452 3000
www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

Behind foyer areas arranged on several levels are

three auditoria: the fan-shaped Olivier Theatre; the
smaller Lyttelton; and the Cottesloe, an experimental
studio space. The programme accommodates
classical and popular theatre from big productions
to experimental drama and spectacular musicals.

South Bank Centre

music, music, music

9 H4

Belvedere Road & South Bank, SE1 0870 3800400

www.rfh.org.uk

The South Bank Centre comprises three contrasting

music venues: the Festival Hall for symphonies, the
Queen Elizabeth Hall for chamber music and the
Purcell Room, which specializes in solo and small
ensemble performances. Rock/pop and jazz events
are also hosted, including the annual Meltdown
Festival each June/July. Two symphony orchestras are
resident: the world-renowned Philharmonia and the
highly praised London Philharmonic. The smaller
London Sinfonietta also plays regularly.
The South Bank Centre is superb at putting on free
entertainment too, most events taking place in the
foyer/bar area and ballroom of the Festival Hall. The
Commuter Jazz series is a regular Friday slot from 5pm.
In summer 2005, the Festival Hall started the next
stage of its renovation, which will affect parts of the
building until Jan 2007. (See also p164.)
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National Film Theatre

movies galore

9 H4

South Bank, SE1 020 7928 3232

www.bfi.org.uk

This repertory cinema excels in themed seasons

some populist (Audrey Hepburn), others more for arthouse aficionados (early Buuel and Cocteau shorts).
Its the main venue for the London Film Festival too
(see p11). Three screens provide serene conditions for
film-viewing: no rustling sweet papers here.

Old Vic

theatrical transatlantic crossover

10 A5

The Cut, SE1 Box office 0870 0606628

www.oldvictheatre.com

Built in 1818, the Old Vic is one of Londons oldest

theatres still in use and can list Laurence Olivier,
John Gielgud, Vivien Leigh and Alec Guinness among
its thespian credentials. With Kevin Spacey now at
the helm as artistic director, the ambition is to transfer successful productions from here to Broadway.

Shakespeares Globe

Tudor revival

10 C4

Bankside, SE1 020 7401 9919

www.shakespeares-globe.org Theatre season: MaySep

Recreating the ambience of Shakespearean theatre,

the Globe is largely roofless, hence the summer-only
season of the Bards plays. Theres bench seating in
the middle and upper galleries; otherwise you have
to stand, and will be encouraged to chip in with
earthy comments rather than just polite applause.

Laban

dance for the 21st century

16 A3

Creekside, SE8 Box office 020 8469 9500

www.laban.org

Housed in a prestigious building by Herzog & de

Meuron (architects of Tate Modern), Laban is a centre
for dance education and performance. Two venues,
the Bonnie Bird and Studio theatres, offer contemporary dance and physical theatre, sometimes mixed
with electronic media, such as video projections.

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Ritzy

Brixtons picture palace

Coldharbour Lane, SW2 020 7733 2229 1 Brixton

www.picturehouses.co.uk

Hugely popular with Brixtonians, the Ritzy is as much

a place to meet up and hang out as a cinema per se;
its upstairs caf-bar is great for lounging to easygoing
tracks laid down by the DJs. But with five screens, the
Ritzy also has a diverse programme, mixing popular
new releases with highlights from world cinema.

Battersea Arts Centre

in the studio

Lavender Hill, SW11 020 7223 2223 Clapham Junction

www.bac.org.uk

A centre for experimental performance, BAC likes to

emphasize the merits of collaboration and interdisciplinary productions. With several studio spaces, a
main theatre and a caf-bar thats an occasional
venue for poetry events, BAC ensures that theres
never a dull moment in leafy southwest London.

Rivoli Ballroom

a swirling time warp

350 Brockley Rd, SE4 020 8692 5130

Crofton Park (from Blackfriars)

This wonderful Edwardian dance hall has an arched

ceiling, chandeliers and old-fashioned side-room
bars. It has hosted the faux sophistication of Club
Montepulciano (nights of crooning cabaret acts and
light gambling), as well as salsa evenings, tea dancing,
ballroom dancing, jive nights and trad jazz.

Tickets for Sporting Events

If you want to see the big football clubs, such as
Arsenal and Chelsea, try official club websites first,
then agencies such as www.footballtickets.eu.com
or www.frontrowpromotions.com. Individuals post
tickets for sale on www.thegumtree.com. You can
also use web agencies for international rugby
matches played at Twickenham (www.rfu.com).

London has two major cricket grounds: the Oval and

Lords (see p107). Getting tickets for international
Tests usually requires booking a month in advance
or handing over vast sums (200 or more) to an
agency such as www.londonticketshop.co.uk. To
catch the tennis action at Wimbledon, you need to
queue in the morning or pay the exorbitant prices
commanded by agencies for Centre Court matches.

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& clubs
Pubs remain the citys main
drinking institutions, but swish
cocktail lounges and funky DJ bars
are stealing more and more of the
limelight. Meanwhile, the dance
scene maintains a blistering pace,
its focus now moving from megaclubs such as Ministry of Sound to
more esoteric venues such as 93
Feet East and Herbal in Shoreditch.
From creaking old taverns to style
bars, Londons got it covered.

TOP CHOICES

pubs, bars & clubs

DJ BARS

GAY BARS & CLUBS

A QUIET PINT

Cherry Jam

Heaven

58 Porchester Road, W2

Under the Arches, Villiers Street, WC2

Check out Cherry Jams regular

Friday night event, Outernational, for
indigenous grooves from Latin
America and Africa. (See p141)

Its been going a long time and

theres no reason to stop now
Heaven offers Saturday nights
most full-on party. (See p136)

The Social

Vauxhall Tavern

5 Little Portland Street, W1

372 Kennington Lane, SE11

A relaxed upstairs lounge bar

contrasts with the basement, where
DJs keep upping the beats-perminute count. (See p140)

A pub thats been turned into

a weekend cabaret venue for
high-camp Saturdays and
lazy Sundays. (See p153)

Loungelover

Fridge

The Lamb

1 Whitby Street, E1

1 Town Hall Parade, SW2

94 Lambs Conduit Street, WC1

Stretching expectations of what constitutes a DJ bar, Loungelover embraces opulence, with overblown
decor and fancy cocktails. (See p149)

The regular gay night is Fusion on the

2nd and 4th Fridays of the month;
Orange makes an occasional Sunday
appearance. (See p153)

Though often busy with local university and hospital staff in the evenings,
this welcoming pub is a relaxed
place for an afternoon pint. (See p141)

Vibe Bar

Trade at Turnmills

Pride of Spitalfields

Old Truman Brewery, 915 Brick Lane, E1

63b Clerkenwell Road, EC1

3 Heneage Street, E1

In this former East End brewery, DJs

seek out anything that might have a
niche audience: from 80s fetish pop
to acid fried beats. (See p148)

Itinerant club night Trade is an irregular feature at Turnmills for late-night,

early-hours hedonism. (See p146)

The kind of traditional local pub

where you can sit undisturbed at
the bar, absorbing the surrounding
conversations and banter. (See p148)

Weekday afternoons are a good time

to visit some of the old pubs in The City,
such as the Lamb Tavern in Leadenhall
Market (Map 10 D3).

The Crown
116 Cloudesley Road, N1

Tranquillity is the watchword at this

Islington pub, set on a quiet road,
with a relaxing interior, friendly staff,
and great beers and food. (See p151)

Browse www.gaytoz.com and

www.aromadome.com for full listings and information about gay
bars, venues and club nights.

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Greenwich Union
56 Royal Hill, SE10

The Unions back garden is a serene

spot to enjoy one or more of the
Meantime Brewerys chocolate or
fruit-based beers. (See p155)

Keep track of the latest on the London club scene at

www.elondon.dk.com

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HISTORIC PUBS

pubs, bars & clubs

THE COCKTAIL HOUR

TOP CLUBBING

Trafalgar Tavern

Lobby Bar

Herbal

Park Row, SE10

1 Aldwych, WC2

1014 Kingsland Road, E2

Charles Dickens, Dr Johnson and

many politicians of the 19th century
were lured by the famous whitebait
suppers at this inn. (See pp155 & 174)

The capacious interior of the Lobby

Bar is sleekly furnished and very
upmarket. Drinks are expertly mixed
and served without fuss. (See p136)

No fancy interior here just a great

sound system and a cast of DJs who
search out the best in funky house,
jungle and eastern breaks. (See p147)

The Lamb & Flag

Blue Bar

93 Feet East

33 Rose Street, WC2

Berkeley Hotel, Wilton Place, SW1

150 Brick Lane, E1

One of the oldest public houses in

central London, The Lamb was a
venue for bare-knuckle boxing in the
17th century. (See p137)

Polished cocktails and fine malts

are served at this cool and elegant
Wedgwood-blue bar. (See p142)

This multi-space club and bar, with

a courtyard for summer evenings, is
the place to seek out new developments in musical styles. (See p148)

Black Friar

Fabric

174 Queen Victoria Street, EC4

77a Charterhouse Street, EC1

The name and site recall a

Dominican monastery, but
the interior is more of an Art
Nouveau curiosity. (See p144)

One of Londons biggest clubs, Fabric

pushes its musical direction into all
dance music territories, from hip-hop
to elecro-beats to nu jazz. (See p145)

French House

Trailer H

49 Dean Street, W1

177 Portobello Road, W11

The French connection was established in World War II, when the bar
served as an office for De Gaulles
government in exile. (See p139)

Strong, fruity cocktails are the hallmark of Trailer H, more a place for
fun and high times than for reserve
and sophistication. (See p143)

The best website for information

and an honest assessment of London
pubs is www.fancyapint.com.

Most pubs close at 11pm (10:30pm on Sundays)

For an accessible weekly round-up of

clubbing in London, check out DJ Lotties
previews in the Metro Life supplement of
The Standard newspaper on Thursdays.

Notting Hill Arts Club

21 Notting Hill Gate

A club for the indie/dance crossover. Come for arty bands, DJ

nights and the punk reverie of
Death Disco. (See p144)

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Lobby Bar

sophisticated cocktails

9 H3

1 Aldwych, WC2 020 7300 1000

www.onealdwych.com Open 8am11:30pm (8am11pm Sun)

Located within the high-ceilinged lobby of a contemporary luxury hotel is this ultra-stylish cocktail bar.
Sofas and high-backed chairs are arranged around
an oversized wooden boatman. Uniformed staff mix
magnificent Martinis, Bellinis and Collins, and deliver
superior satay and sushi to a well-heeled clientele.

Heaven

gay nirvana

9 G4

Under the Arches, Villiers Street, WC2 020 7930 2020

www.heaven-london.com Open from 10pm Mon, Wed & Sat

Set deep in the vaults of a railway bridge, Heaven

is a gay clubbing institution. The regular slots are a
dress-up-and-play Popcorn night on Mondays; Fruit
Machine on Wednesdays (house, R&B and pure
pop); and the full-on Saturday party night. Men and
women, gays and straights all are welcome.

Gordons Wine Bar

atmospheric cellar

9 G4

47 Villiers Street, WC2 020 7930 1408

Open 11am11pm (noon10:30pm Sun)

Tatty, candlelit and clandestinely romantic, Gordons

is an old favourite with Londoners. Youll rarely find a
free table in this dusty former wine cellar between
Charing Cross and Embankment stations, but the
ambience makes up for the lack of comfort. With all
the vintage publicity posters, smoky alcoves and
rickety furniture, it feels like a relic from the 1940s.
A small bar dispenses an excellent range of
reasonably priced wines, plus port, Madeira and a
few sherries (there are no beers or spirits). Most
customers part with 10 for a bottle of acceptable
house red, but theres enough choice higher up the
price scale to attract the connoisseur. A separate
food counter offers a selection of cheeses and
salads. The basement gives access to a row of terrace
tables along Watergate Walk, a spot thats always
busy on summer evenings.

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The American Bar

Art Deco relic

9 G4

Savoy Hotel, Strand, WC2 020 7836 4343

www.the-savoy.co.uk Open 2pm1:30am MonSat

A pioneering cocktail bar from the early 20th century.

Authentic Art Deco details and the bars classy
location on the first floor of the Savoy Hotel have
helped to attract decades of celebrity custom. It first
gained global renown during American Prohibition,
when wealthy folk from across the Atlantic demanded
a higher standard of drink than was common in
London at the time. Britains first Martini was mixed
here, and an entire Savoy cocktail book was compiled
in 1930. Its most successful era was after World War II,
when head bartender Peter Dorelli would concoct
cocktail masterpieces. Ernest Hemingway and Ira
Gershwin were among the rich and famous patrons.
Todays drinks list is extensive, if within traditional
limitations, and pricey all cocktails are 9 or more.
Theres also a selection of malt whiskies. Smart dress
(including jacket and tie) is required.

Atlantic Bar & Grill

cocktail bar

9 E4

20 Glasshouse Street, W1 020 7734 4888

www.atlanticbarandgrill.com
Open noon3am MonSat. DJs at weekends

All mirrors and pillars, the Atlantic occupies the Art

Deco ballroom of the former Regent Palace Hotel.
Mixing master Dick Bradsell created the splendid
cocktail list; he is honoured with a smaller bar in his
name next door.

Lamb & Flag

historic public house

9 G3

33 Rose Street, WC2 020 7497 9504

Open 11am11pm (noon10:30pm Sun)

In the 17th century, bare-knuckle fights were staged

in the backroom of this Covent Garden old-timer
hence the pubs former name, the Bucket of Blood.
Its old beams and panelling, creaky stairs and quirky
signs attract quite a few tourists, but locals are also
drawn by the selection of quality cask ales.

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Bar Rumba

basement DJ bar

9 F3

36 Shaftesbury Avenue, W1 020 7287 2715

www.barrumba.co.uk Open 5pm3:30am MonFri,
7pm6am Sat, 8pm1am Sun. Adm fee after 11pm

A well-established late-opening fixture of Soho

nightlife, this is not a glamorous place, but the
musical pedigree is impressive. Many of the worlds
top DJs have spun here for a cosmopolitan crowd.
Drinks are reasonably priced.

The Endurance

Soho pub

9 E3

90 Berwick Street, W1 020 7437 2944

Open noon11pm daily

Sandwiched between second-hand record shops by

Berwick Street Market, the Endurance has a fine
range of beers and wines, and superb food at
lunchtimes. The mixed, music-oriented clientele
creates a lively ambience around a simple, one-bar
interior. Classic punk and indie are on the jukebox.

Madame Jo-Jos

Soho cabaret club

9 E3

810 Brewer Street, W1 020 7734 3040

www.madamejojos.com Open TueSat evenings

This plush old theatre has been used as a location in

various films, including Stanley Kubricks Eyes Wide
Shut (the scene where Tom Cruise meets the pianist
and tries to elicit the code word for an orgy). Club
nights include a regular Friday slot for Keb Darges
Legendary Deep Funk, in which youll encounter some
rare 45s and, usually, some acrobatic jazz- and breakdancers shaking to the beats. On Saturday, the Groove
Sanctuary offers nu jazz, Latin and deep house.
Madame Jo-Jos is best known for drag cabaret, and
on Saturday evenings the Kitsch Cabaret takes place
from 7 to 10pm. The excellent Kitty Cartier indulges in
sharp-tongued repartee with the audience, then
carouses them with show tunes and hits from the
1960s on. Its a big party, with raucous hen night
groups, jocular banter and the odd flash of old Soho
flesh from hired strippers.

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French House

literary, gallic pub

9 F3

49 Dean Street, W1 020 7437 2799

Open noon11pm daily (to 10:30pm Sun)

This one-room cabin has a legendary past. Owned by

the Belgian Berlemont family before World War I, The
York Minster, as it was then known, enjoyed three
golden eras. First came the cabaret days, when the
great musical stars of Parisian chanson relaxed here
between shows. Then the French Resistance used it
as a London base for its clandestine operations. (De
Gaulle and his Free French schemed in a room above
the bar.) It became known as the French House at this
time. In the 1950s, writers Dylan Thomas and Brendan
Behan were among the celebrated regulars.
The Berlemonts and the bohemians have gone, but
a hangover from those boozy, literary days remains.
Beer is not served in pints, but in glasses. Wine, cider
from Brittany, pastis and champagne are all popular;
classic French labels are also sold by the half-bottle.
A framed photo of De Gaulle still has pride of place.

The Player

sexy basement bar

9 E3

8 Broadwick Street, W1 020 7494 9125

www.theplyr.com Open 5:30pmmidnight (to 1am Fri & Sat).
Adm fee after 9pm Thu, Fri & Sat

This small bar is now part of the excellent Match

chain, renowned for its cocktail expertise. You can
expect high-volume music, slick service (many
punters tip the waiters) and professional Martinis.
Pre-booking a table is usually necessary.

Jerusalem

cheap eats & quality lagers

9 E2

3334 Rathbone Place, W1 020 7255 1120

www.thebreakfastgroup.co.uk
Open all day from noon MonFri (to 1am Thu, Fri),
7pm1am Sat. Adm fee after 9pm, 10pm Fri & Sat

At lunchtime the long wooden tables of this basement

bar/restaurant heave with media folk from Soho. By
night, it vibrates with a thriving club scene; in between,
a trendy, post-work crowd dives into pitchers of beer.
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Market Place

Continental terrace scene

9 E2

11 Market Place, W1 020 7079 2020

Open 11am11pm (to 1am ThuSat)

The Market Place prides itself on a roster of great DJs.

Its part of the highly regarded Cantaloupe group
(see p47), which ensures a creative array of food and
cocktails, and unusual international beers. Having to
queue for entry is a drawback. (See how many
asymmetrical haircuts you can spot while waiting.)

Mash

bar-diner with long opening hours

8 D2

1921 Great Portland Street, W1 020 7637 5555

Open 10am2am MonFri; 11am2am Sat

Tongue-in-cheek retro chic defines the look. The bars

back wall exposes huge vats of the Mash range of
house beers (draught pilsner, wheat, fruit or stout
varieties). There are cocktails on offer, too, and
sophisticated snacks, because the kitchen also caters
for a high-standard restaurant upstairs.

Zeta Bar

swish hotel lounge bar

8 C5

Mayfair Hilton Hotel, 35 Hertford Street, W1 020 7208 4067

www.zeta-bar.com Open from 5pm MonSat (to 1am Mon &
Tue, to 3am WedSat), 8pm1am Sun. Adm after 11pm

Foxy dcor, innovative cocktails and clubby music at

conversational volume help make the Hiltons bar a
destination in its own right. Better still, bar prices, for
Mayfair, are far from outrageous. The polished
clientele can enjoy oysters and Thai fish cakes too.

The Social

diner by day, club bar by night

8 D2

5 Little Portland Street, W1 020 7636 4992

www.thesocial.com
Open noonmidnight MonFri, 1pmmidnight Sat

Daytime sees this street-level cabin caf serve honest

fodder (burgers, pies etc), as well as beer, hot drinks
and the occasional cocktail. After dark, the area downstairs becomes a DJ bar of renown. Live acts have
included Primal Scream and Badly Drawn Boy.

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Cherry Jam

DJ bar

7 F2

58 Porchester Road, W2 020 7727 9950

www.cherryjam.net Open 6pm2am MonSat;
4pmmidnight Sun. Adm after 8pm

This is co-owned by Ben Watt of Everything But The

Girl fame. In the early evening the place is fairly quiet
and acts as a modest hangout for local hipsters.
Bands or record decks start playing after about 9pm.
Drinks include bottled beers, cocktails and coffee.

Lamb

characterful old pub

9 H1

94 Lambs Conduit Street, WC1 020 7405 0713

Open 11am11pm MonSat; noon4pm, 710:30pm Sun

A curio between Clerkenwell and Bloomsbury, the

Lamb is approaching its 300th anniversary, though
what is preserved is a masterpiece from the Victorian
era. Details include framed caricatures, etched glass
and delicate screens giving customers privacy. The
antique Polyphone music box is still in working order.

The End

steely cool club

9 G2

18 West Central St, WC1 020 7419 9199

www.endclub.com Open from 10pm; to 3am Mon & Wed;
to 4am Thu; to 6am Fri & Sat

Down in the vaults of a former post office, The End is

stylish in a minimalist way, with a kicking main room
and a slightly more laid-back lounge, where Rob
Mello and guests provide a mesmerizing concoction
of electronic funk and house. Great sound system.

Nags Head

Londons most eccentric pub

14 B1

53 Kinnerton Street, SW1 020 7235 1135

Open 11am11pm (noon10:30pm Sun)

The intimate layout and interior oddities of this neighbourhood pub, set in a cobbled cul-de-sac, hark back
to the early 1800s, when the place provided lodgings
for stablehands. An excellent choice of traditional ales,
fine food, a jazzy soundtrack and civilized atmosphere help ensure a solid core of amiable regulars.
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Blue Bar

hotel bar of the highest standard

14 B1

Berkeley Hotel, Wilton Place, SW1 020 7235 6000

Open 4pm1am MonSat

The Blue Bar at the Berkeley Hotel is a triumph of

detail. Touches of Rococo and Art Deco blend into an
eye-pleasing backdrop of stucco and Wedgwood blue
in an interior of restrained style. An equally polished
bar staff quietly dispenses bowls of warmed nuts and
large, spicy olives as guests peruse an extensive list
of cocktails, champagnes, Highland and Island malt
whiskies and fine wines. Cocktails such as a classic
Martini or champagne-based drinks are perfect in mix
and presentation.
American customers often opt for a classic malt and
a cigar. (The cigars are displayed in a modest cabinet
by the bar lined with champagne buckets.) The
snack menu offers modern tapas dishes, which are
as delicately presented as everything else here. On
leaving, customers receive the same impeccably
discreet nod that greeted them on the way in.

Townhouse

easy-going style bar

14 A1

31 Beauchamp Place, SW3 020 7589 5080

www.lab-townhouse.com Open 4pmmidnight MonFri,
noonmidnight Sat, 411:30pm Sun

This chic bar, set in a three-storey Georgian townhouse,

serves cocktails created by famed mixologist Douglas
Ankrah. There are more than 100 to consider, making
for a tricky choice if your attention is further distracted
by the classic movies projected silently on to a wall.

Apartment 195

upmarket lounge bar

14 A4

195 Kings Road, SW3 020 7351 5195

www.apartment195.co.uk Open from 4pm MonSun

This exclusive style bar has created a much-needed

buzz down the Kings Road. Members and stylish
guests mingle in the cocktail lounge, salon and TV
room, sipping professionally mixed classic cocktails
(moderately priced), fine wines and classy beers.
Phone to reserve a table on Fridays and Saturdays.

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concept bar of renown

6 D3

448 Lonsdale Road, W11 020 7727 4080

www.thelonsdale.co.uk
Open 6pmmidnight daily (to 11:30pm Sun)

A recipient of many Best Bar awards, the Lonsdale

scores top marks for its dcor, superior drinks and
tapas-style snacks. Beyond the starchy doormen, the
atmosphere is loungy and laidback even though
you know that the just got out of bed look sported
by all present took hours to create. The interior,
designed by leading bar architects Fusion, features
futuristic, aged-bronze hemispheres on the walls,
and steel bobbles in the smaller upstairs bar.
The famous cocktail list has been designed by
London mixologists Dick Bradsell and Henry Besant.
Martinis (choose from elderflower, rose petal, marmalade and other variants) are joined by fresh Raspberry
Mules, Earl Grey Fizzes (delicate tea, mixed with
bisongrass vodka and prosecco), Diane Von
Furstenbergs (vodka, fruit, vanilla) and 60 others.

Trailer H

modest basement bar

6 C2

177 Portobello Road, W11 020 7727 2700

Open 5pmlate TueFri, 6pmlate Sat

The H stands for happiness; indeed, the drinks list

here is as good as it gets. House specials are luridcoloured tiki cocktails, which look as innocuous as
fruit smoothies but, boy, do they kick. Zombies are
limited to two per person. Its the ideal venue for an
apritif before going to the Electric Cinema (see p123).

Golborne Grove

pub/bar/restaurant

6 C1

36 Golborne Road, W10 020 8960 6260

www.groverestaurants.co.uk Open 11ammidnight daily

Golborne Road is Londons Little Casablanca, busy

with Moroccan eateries and shops. The landscape is
less colourful at its western end, but relief is offered
by this popular establishment, which offers excellent
food (international) from a daily changing menu, a
fine wine list and all the usual beers and spirits.

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Notting Hill Arts Club

7 E4

acoustic pioneers

21 Notting Hill Gate, W11 020 7460 4459

www.nottinghillartsclub.com Open 6pm1am MonWed,
6pm2am Thu & Fri, 4pm2am Sat, 4pm1am Sun

NHAC is always searching for new and exciting music

and art, and programmes a diverse range of club
nights, film screenings and live bands. Wednesdays
are for nostalgics, though, as Death Disco crashes
through some punk and indie rock.

Windsor Castle

al fresco pints

7 E5

114 Campden Hill Road, W8 020 7243 9551

Open noon11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

This characterful and friendly old pub is a prime

summer destination, thanks to its leafy beer garden
at the back. Fish and chips and traditional pub grub
always seem to taste that much better in the open air.
At less clement times of the year, drinkers cosy up in
a warren of oak-panelled rooms.

Black Friar

extraordinary interior

10 B3

174 Queen Victoria Street, EC4 020 7236 5474

Open 11:30am11pm MonFri; noon10:30pm Sat

An unusual and much-loved landmark, the Black Friar

was built in Victorian style on the site of a former
Dominican monastery. An extravagant early-20thcentury Art Nouveau makeover left an interior with
marble surfaces, mirrored alcoves and decorative
monks. Grab a seat before the after-work crowd arrives.

Notorious Pubs & Literary Haunts

In the first half of the 20th century, the Fitzroy Tavern
was a shrine of London bohemia, frequented at one
time or another by writers Dylan Thomas and George
Orwell, magician Aleister Crowley and chief hangman
Albert Pierrepoint. South of Oxford Street is the
Pillars of Hercules, which is found in Dickens A Tale
of Two Cities (1859) and was a favourite meeting

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point in the 1980s for authors such as Ian McEwan.

On the same street is the Coach & Horses, with the
self-proclaimed rudest landlord in Soho. Harddrinking journalist Jeffrey Bernard was a regular
here. The nearby French House (see p139) has also
been favoured by literary hellraisers and troubled
souls, including poet and novelist Sylvia Plath.
For individual pub details, see p228.

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Vertigo

Londons highest bar

10 D2

Level 42, Tower 42, 25 Old Broad Street, EC2 020 7877 7842
www.vertigo42.co.uk Open by reservation only

Book in advance and dress smartly, and join City

executives at the top of the former NatWest Tower
for an unparalleled view of the capital. A choice of
30 brands of champagne, 10 fine wines and a range
of classy, seafood-based dishes helps to heighten
the experience even further.

Caf Kick

homage to the beautiful game

4 A5

43 Exmouth Market, EC1 020 7837 8077

Open noon11pm MonSat, 111pm Sun

A continental-style caf-bar where the main draw is

classic Rene Pierre table football. Groups of young
twentysomethings crowd the tables, animatedly
flicking wrists and voicing their triumphs. European
football memorabilia, bottled beers, wines and snacks
from southern Europe add to the cosmopolitan mix.

Fabric

hedonistic clubbing at its finest

10 B1

77a Charterhouse St, EC1 020 7336 8898

www.fabriclondon.com Open 9.30pm5am Fri,
10pm7am Sat; check website for details

With three great rooms and sound systems that make

your legs shake, Fabric is quite possibly the best club
in London at least, thats how it feels when youre in
it. Club nights arent all about big name DJs, but its
hard not to be impressed by a line-up of turntablists
and musicians which might include James Lavelle,
Craig Richards, DJ Spinbad, Fila Brazillia or Roots
Manuva. When hes not over at Herbal (see p147),
Goldie sometimes makes an appearance with his
Metalheadz crew for an onslaught of junglist drum n
bass. Fabrics musical focus is house and techno on
Saturdays and breakbeat, hip-hop and drum n bass
for Fridays FabricLive session, but youll also hear
electro and nu jazz. FabricLive has also been
instrumental in bringing to Londons attention live acts
such as Norways Ryksopp.

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Fluid

the perfect start to an all-nighter

10 B1

40 Charterhouse Street, EC1 020 7253 3444

www.fluidbar.com Open noonmidnight MonWed,
noon2am Thu & Fri, 7pm2am Sat. Adm Fri & Sat

Fluid is a delightfully kitsch DJ bar with Japanese

details screen prints, Asahi beer, rice-wine cocktails,
even a photo-sticker booth. With its retro video games
and superb soundtrack (leftfield beats, jazz dub,
chunky house), its the ideal pre-club bar.

Jerusalem Tavern

old English pub

10 B1

55 Britton Street, EC1 020 7490 4281

Open 11am11pm MonFri

A simple, small wooden coffee house dating from the

early 18th century is now the flagship outlet for North
Suffolks excellent St Peters Brewery. Unusual fruit
beers and classic ales are served, while fine pub
lunches are provided for habitus of Clerkenwell
looking for a little respite from the areas DJ bars.

Turnmills

10 B1

dance club

63b Clerkenwell Rd, EC1 020 7250 3409

www.turnmills.co.uk Open 6:30pmmidnight Tue,
10pm4am Thu, 10:30pm7:30am Fri, 10pm6am Sat

An industrial-gothic interior with low ceilings gives

Turnmills a deep, dark and sweaty feel once the upfor-it crowd gets into the groove. The clubs rooms
include two main dance floors and some chill-out
areas; the music tips towards house and clubby R&B.

Cargo

live music & all-day drinking

5 E5

83 Rivington St, EC2 020 7739 3440

www.cargo-london.com Open 6pm1am Mon, noon1am
TueThu, noon3am Fri, 6pm3am Sat, 1pmmidnight Sun

Under the railway arches of Shoreditch, Cargo is a

daytime bar-caf, a live music venue and a dance
club all in one. International sounds get an airing at
Champions of Sound (Fridays), and Cargos occasional
mini festivals also promote diverse, global music.

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Herbal

mixed bag of music

5 E4

1014 Kingsland Rd, Shoreditch, E2 020 7613 4462

www.herbaluk.com Open 9pm2am Mon, Wed & Thu (to
3am Fri & Sat, to 2am Sun), 8pm1am Tue

This is a club thats got all its priorities right: an old

warehouse building thats left largely untouched;
comfy bar with concrete floors and windows
overlooking the street; a superior sound system; and,
best of all, a menu of musical flavours that pulls the
initiated back again and again.
One of the best (irregular) nights is Eastern Drum
and Breaks: in the main dance area you can lose
yourself in some intense London-style tabla breaks,
while upstairs in the bar the mood is mellower, for
more Anglo-Asian experiments in sound. Other great
nights include the monthly Hospitality, for a lessabrasive form of drum n bass, and Starf*cker for
funky house and a light smattering of 1980s porn
music. Herbals guest DJs have included Grooverider,
Artful Dodger, Gilles Peterson, Mr Thing and Goldie.

Hoxton Square Bar

& Kitchen groundbreaking style bar

5 E5

24 Hoxton Square, N1 020 7613 0709

Open 10ammidnight MonThu (to 2am Fri & Sat, to 12:30am Sun)

Formerly the Lux Bar (when it kick-started Londons

style-bar revolution), HSB&K now has even more bare
concrete space and battered old sofas to lounge on.
Decent, simple bar food and good European lagers are
served. Grab a window seat before the evening rush.

Mother/333

DJ bar and club

5 E5

333 Old Street, EC1 020 7739 5949

www.333mother.com Open 8pm to 3 or 4am nightly

The first-floor Mother bar opens at 8pm nightly;

closing time depends on whats on. Club 333
downstairs joins up with Mother on weekend nights
for sweaty fun and a real mix of music. Youll find a
friendly crowd, while top-notch DJs such as Andrew
Weatherall and Smilex keep the mood upbeat.
DJ bars and clubs usually charge admission after 9 or 10pm, and stay open into the early hours

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Vibe Bar

bohemian DJ bar

11 F1

Old Truman Brewery, 9195 Brick Lane, E1 020 7377 2899

www.vibe-bar.co.uk Open 11am11:30pm MonThu & Sun,
11am1am FriSat. Adm fee after 8pm Fri & Sat

Spread around various poky spaces in a former brewery, this arty venue doubles up as a successful DJ bar
and live music outlet, and has helped to regenerate
the cultural life of the Brick Lane area (see p160). The
main room may look makeshift haphazard furniture,
murals, an old piano and a DJ shack but the Vibe is
a well-run, multidisciplined organization attracting
customers from all income brackets.
A menu of curries, kebabs and salads helps wash
down standard beers and strong cocktails. One side
room is sometimes given over to obscure board
games from the Indian Subcontinent; theres Internet
access, too. The best space is a cobbled courtyard
(covered and heated in winter), which lends an al
fresco, continental air to this otherwise truly crosscultural London experience.

Pride of Spitalfields

East End boozer

11 F1

3 Heneage Street, E1 020 7247 8933

Open 11am11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

A solid, honest-to-goodness pub, located on a side

road off Brick Lane. Many come here for a swift drink
before visiting a nearby curry house. Traditional ales
include Crouch Vale Best, Fullers ESB and London
Pride, plus obscure guest ales. Authentic jellied eels
come free on Sunday lunchtimes.

93 Feet East

bar & evening club

11 F1

150 Brick Lane, E1 020 7247 3293

www.93feeteast.co.uk Open 511pm MonThu, 5pm1am
Fri, noon1am Sat, noon10:30pm Sun

You know this place must be a bit special, because it

manages to draw in a regular crowd despite restricted
opening hours. Success is due to a searching music
policy, mixing live acts, visuals and great DJs, plus
cool bar areas and a courtyard too.

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Golden Hart

artists haunt

11 F1

110 Commercial Street, E1 020 7247 2158

Open 11am11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

Popularized by the 1990s crop of young British artists,

this smoky Victorian institution of dark-wood panelling and traditional ales is also a favourite of workers
from Shoreditch market. This gives the pub the feel of
a genuine local. In summer, there is outside seating.
Be warned: the bar staff are notoriously abrupt.

Loungelover

hedonistic bar

5 F5

1 Whitby Street, E1 020 7012 1234

Open 6pmmidnight MonThu, 6pm1am Fri, 7pm1am Sat

The latest innovative designer bar, set beside Les

Trois Garons (see p47), is anything but miminalist.
A camp interior of chandeliers and bizarre bric-a-brac
is complemented by Lover-themed cocktails and
champagne frosts, delivered by a studiously trendy
bar staff. Book a table in advance at weekends.

Prospect of Whitby

ancient inn on the Thames

57 Wapping Wall, E1 020 7481 1095 1 Wapping

Open 11:30am11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

Londons oldest riverside pub, still with its flagstone

floor and pewter-covered bar counter, was a
smugglers inn in the 16th century, and later served
liquid refreshment to Samuel Pepys and Charles
Dickens. Today, it is enjoyed by locals and visitors
alike, lured by real ales and views from the terrace.

The Grapes

another historic riverside boozer

76 Narrow Street, E14 020 7987 4396 Limehouse DLR

Open noon3 & 5:3011 MonFri, noon11 Sat, noon10:30 Sun

As wonky and haphazard as when Charles Dickens

described it in Our Mutual Friend (1864), this
creaking wooden pub still boasts its riverside
platform terrace. Today, it also has a first-class fish
restaurant upstairs, and excellent seafood-oriented
bar snacks. Real ales are on offer, too.
The best London beers are Fullers (who brew London Pride and ESB) and Youngs (Special)

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Medicine Bar

very popular DJ bar

4 B2

181 Upper Street, N1 020 7704 9536

Also at 89 Great Eastern Street, EC2
www.medicinebar.net
Open 5pmmidnight MonThu, 5pm2am Fri, noon2am Sat,
noonmidnight Sun. Adm after 9pm Fri & Sat; DJs ThuSun

This enormously successful clubby bar on Islingtons

main street has now spawned a branch in hipper
Shoreditch, but the original venue cannot be beaten.
The formula is quite simple: take an ornate bar of the
traditional pub variety; around it, create a laid-back
interior of subtle lighting, tatty sofas and greenery;
make sure you keep dispensing spot-on cocktails and
standard beers at very reasonable prices; and, finally,
hire a DJ to mix up a storm.
The sounds encompass jazz funk, soul, hip-hop,
jazzy drum n bass and house. Theres a modest
chill-out room, and on summer evenings the
adjoining passage is filled with tables. The
atmosphere is sexy and slightly bohemian; the
clientele second-generation clubbers, whove
sampled all kinds of nightlife and feel at home with
something less full-on than a proper club night.
Admirably unpretentious, the Medicine Bars only
snag is its very popularity and infectious spirit. Two
hundred people jigging around the narrow main bar
on a busy night leaves little room for manoeuvre.
Those people swanning to the head of the queue and
enjoying discounts have gone to the trouble of
obtaining a membership card check the venues
funky website for details of this and forthcoming DJs.

Embassy Bar

very cool bar

4 B2

119 Essex Road, N1 020 7226 7901

www.embassybar.com Open 5pmmidnight daily (to 2am Fri
& Sat)

While nearby Upper Street is big with party crowds,

this bar draws the discerning. Behind an all-black
exterior is a small bar room with a central, semi-circular
counter and an outer ring of black leather furniture for
lounging. Downstairs is the dance floor.

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The Crown

friendly gastropub

4 A3

116 Cloudesley Road, N1 020 7837 7107

Open noon11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

Fullers Brewery made a wise choice when they

decided to give this standard local a serious upgrade
in the late 1990s. Set in a tranquil street surrounded
by grand townhouses, The Crowns catchment area
was undergoing a serious demographic shift. Soon
the newly rusticated interior was filled with discerning
high-income professional couples, ably catered to by
an open kitchen au fait with chargrilled meats and
continental sauces. The quality of wine on offer has
improved beyond recognition, and cocktails, too, are
of a standard (and a price) expected in the West End.
The character of the original pub has been kept, with
the etched-glass panels and a beautifully carved oak
bar. The menu, chalked up on a board, invariably
features a couple of safe standards, not least a
superb Sunday roast. A patio comes into good use in
summer, and children are welcome all year round.

Island Queen

elegant old pub

4 B3

87 Noel Road, N1 020 7704 7631

Open noon11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

A haunt of actors and canal-side residents, the Island

Queen is a study in decorum and good taste. Ships
figureheads set against dark wood and etched glass
are attractive features of this venerable establishment. It is also appreciated for its fine ales (such as
London Pride) and the no smoking section in the snug.

Pineapple

a locals local

51 Leverton Street, NW5 020 7284 4631 1 Kentish Town

Open 11am11pm MonSat, 11am10:30pm Sun

The Pineapple is a gem of a pub, hidden away in

the backstreets of Kentish Town. A cool, arty crowd
served by cool, arty barstaff in cool, arty surroundings are the key elements. It also has real ales
(including the sought-after Marstons Pedigree),
good music and a conservatory.

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Lock Tavern

2 D2

DJ-run Brit pub

35 Chalk Farm Road, NW1 020 7482 7163

Open noon11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

This landmark venue in Camden (not by the Lock, ironically) offers textbook lessons in how to run a modern,
urban public house. Once a grimy Victorian city pub,
it has been renovated by a music-minded team keen
to appeal to discerning all-comers. The Lock retains
the comforts of a local pub leather furniture in the
main downstairs bar, armchairs around the fireside in
the upstairs one and runs an excellent kitchen,
providing what is best described as British tapas,
reasonably priced and catering to vegetarians.
Fine ales are poured alongside standard lagers,
and sunk with abandon at weekends. The beer
garden (covered and heated in winter) and roof
terrace overlooking Camden Market buzz with savvy
young urbanites, happy to waste entire Sundays here.
Thats when DJs play all day, with international
names doing a turn once in a while.

Mac Bar

hip DJ hangout

3 E2

102 Camden Road, NW1 020 7485 4530

www.macbar.co.uk Open noon11 MonSat, noon10:30 Sun

A brash cocktail-and-DJ bar of high repute, the Mac Bar

represents a bright beacon of change in Camdens
somewhat stilted pub life. Here, a sharp crowd gathers
around the maroon furniture, enjoying superbly mixed
cocktails and equally well mixed musical accompaniments (DJs Fridays and Saturdays, jazz Wednesdays).

Anchor Bankside

historic riverside pub

10 C4

34 Park Street, SE1 020 7407 1577

Open 11am11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

Its heavy beams and bare stonework bore witness to

such famous figures as Dr Samuel Johnson in the
18th century. Today, the Anchors proximity to the
Globe and Tate Modern makes it popular with visitors
to London. The riverside terrace is a draw in summer,
but the cosy interior is at its best in winter.

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Vauxhall Tavern

high camp fun & laughs

15 H4

372 Kennington Lane, SE11 020 7737 4043

Open 9pm2am Sat, noonmidnight Sun

Saturday is the big night here, when Duckie a gay

London institution features cabaret, punk,
post-punk and electro spun on the decks by London
Readers Wifes (sic). Between the main acts, hostess
Amy Lam (right) orchestrates a quiz or two. Sundays
are for lounging with Slags Chillout DJ set.

Ministry of Sound

branded superclub

103 Gaunt Street, SE1 0870 0600010 1 Elephant & Castle

www.ministryofsound.com Open 10:30pm5am Fri,
11pm7am Sat; check website for other club nights

Many die-hard clubbers now shun the Ministry (in

part for its megalomaniacal branding), but youd be a
fool to ignore one of its big nights, when the likes of
Little Louie Vega from Masters At Work or Londons
very own Norman Jay take to the decks bliss.

Fridge/Fridge Bar

Brixton institutions

1 Town Hall Parade, SW2 020 7326 5100 1 Brixton

www.fridge.co.uk Fridge open 10pm6am Fri & Sat; Fridge
Bar open 11ammidnight daily (to 3am Fri & Sat)

Saturdays Love Muscle is the regular, pumped-up

gay night. On every other Friday, Fusion keeps things
fast and sweaty for clubbers of all persuasions until
dawn. The Fridge Bar has its own club try the occasional Til Shiloh night, for dub, and roots and culture.

Beer Gardens
Few city-centre pubs have beer gardens, but there
are plenty further afield where Londoners revel in a
combination of beer and sun at the first warming of
the weather. One of the largest gardens belongs to
the Freemasons Arms just off Hampstead Heath,
and theres a smaller, prettier garden attached to
the nearby historic Spaniards Inn. Islington

residents drink under open skies at the countryfied

Albion; while over in Camden, the defiantly urban
Lock Tavern (see opposite) boasts a roof terrace.
Pick of the South London pubs for alfresco boozing
is the Windmill, which has Clapham Common as its
garden. The Royal Inn on the Park is a fine East
London pub on the edge of Victoria Park. For
individual pub details, see p228.

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Bug Bar & Lounge

DJs in the crypt

The Crypt, Brixton Hill, SW2 020 7738 3366 1 Brixton

www.bugbrixton.co.uk Open 8pm1am Thu, 8pm3am Fri
& Sat, 8pm2am Sun. Adm ThuSun after 9pm

This destination DJ bar and club, located in a

spacious stone crypt beneath Brixtons St Matthews
Church, has undergone a recent upgrade after seven
years of gritty, Gothic hedonism. The old dcor,
redolent of a student party, has gone, and in its place
more stylish, leather furniture has been spread over
the basement space. The lighting, too, is more in tune
with a lounge interior than low-key dive, and the Bug
has even allowed itself the new epithet & Lounge.
The music is still excellent (from breakbeats on
Saturdays to Sundays Baptizm funk and soul night),
and the dance floor in the Bugs club room has lost
none of its raw energy. Reasonably priced cocktails and
a loyal core of regulars plus a surprising number
happy to travel across the river for a night here ensure
that the Bug is in no danger of over-gentrification.

Dogstar

DJ bar with attitude

389 Coldharbour Lane, SW9 020 7733 7515 1 Brixton

www.thedogstar.com
Open noon2am SunThu (to 4am Fri & Sat)

Dogstar is a large, loud dance bar, revered for having

kick-started the Brixton nightlife revolution in the
mid-1990s. A younger generation now meets under
the overhead projectors, but the formula is pretty
much the same: late, late nights and serious partying.

Riverside Pubs
The Founders Arms, a modern brick bunker near
Tate Modern, is the most central Thames-side pub.
For more atmosphere and a riverside terrace, try
Anchor Bankside, which dates from 1775. Further
east, other historic riverside pubs include the
Prospect of Whitby, The Grapes (both p149) and,
in Greenwich, the Trafalgar Tavern (see opposite).

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Hammersmith boasts a string of pubs linked by a

riverside walkway. Best of the bunch is The Dove,
which began life in the 18th century as a coffeehouse
and has Britains smallest bar. The nearby Blue
Anchor is where Gwyneth Paltrow engaged in silly
drinking games in Sliding Doors. Richmond has
perhaps the finest riverside pubs, notably the White
Cross. For individual pub details, see pp2289.

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South
Bread & Roses

family-oriented pub

68 Clapham Manor St, SW4 020 7498 1779 1 Clapham North

Open noon11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

This pub is run by the Workers Beer Company, which

lines up its own house ale alongside other quality
varieties, and names its potent cocktails after famous
revolutionaries. The pub food is wholesome, and
children are unusually well catered for, with a daytime crche and play area.

Prince of Wales

a pub with character

38 Old Town, SW4 020 7622 3530 1 Clapham Common

Open 511pm MonFri, 111pm Sat, 110:30pm Sun

The Prince of Wales is an eccentric pub, full of curios

accumulated by the present landlord after a lifetime
at sea. Superb ales feature strongly, although finding
the space to enjoy them amid all the junk can be a
problem. The pub attracts South Londons bohemian
dreamers, and serenades them with alternative music.

Greenwich Union

own-brew place

16 B3

56 Royal Hill, SE10 020 8692 6258

Open 11am11pm MonFri, 10am11pm Sat (to 10:30pm Sun)

Interesting house beers are available at this establishment, run by the Meantime Brewing Company. They
include the companys Union brand, alongside
raspberry and chocolate varieties and traditional
Central European brews. Theres excellent food,
regular live jazz, a front terrace and a back garden.

Trafalgar Tavern

historic ale house

16 C1

Park Row, SE10 020 8858 2909

www.trafalgartavern.co.uk
Open 11:30am11pm MonSat, noon10:30pm Sun

This has been a Greenwich institution for 150 years or

more, its walls lapped by the Thames, and its grand,
high-ceilinged rooms dotted with maritime memorabilia. Real ales and Czech lagers are a fixture in the
three main bar areas.
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Markets are the pulse of local
neighbourhoods such as Notting
Hill, Spitalfields and Borough.
Elsewhere, it is the bars, shops,
galleries and cafs that provide the
spark as in Hoxton, where locals
spill out of the pubs and onto the
pavements at the first glimmer of
sunshine. Other areas, notably
Brixton and Soho, come into their
own after nightfall.

Streetlife
Soho

24-hour party people

9 F3

The densely packed district between Oxford Street to

the north and Chinatown to the south is a hive of
activity day and night. Old Compton Street, Sohos
main thoroughfare, represents London at its most
sexually relaxed almost every bar and caf along
the road (from G-A-Y to Comptons) has a predominantly gay clientele. There is a wider, international
appeal to adjoining streets, where you find the
French House (see p139), the Gay Hussar (No. 2 Greek
St) and the non-stop, caffeine-fuelled Bar Italia (Frith
Street; see also p19), in which Italian football plays on
the screen whenever possible.
Wardour Street is busier, with some good food
stops, such as Satsuma, Mezzo and Spiga, but the
grittiest and most varied part of Soho lies between
Brewer and Broadwick streets. Brewer is home to
Madame Jo-Jos (see p138) and The Escape Bar (gay
dance acts); style books (Sohos Original Book Shop)

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and gay erotica (Prowler Soho); Randall & Aubin for

seafood and champagne; and Lina Stores, one of the
few remaining Italian delicatessens in Soho (along
with Camisa at No. 61 Old Compton Street).
Walkers Court leads through to Berwick Street,
passing a concentration of sex shops and peep
shows. Berwick Street retains a lively street market
and is renowned for its record shops. Vinyl Junkies
offers the latest in dood dance music and Sister Ray
and Selectadisc offer a mixed bag of music styles, old
and new. There is also a great selection of fabric
shops, selling everything from silk to PVC.
Rainy nights and Soho go hand in hand, but if you
find yourself here on a bright summers day, pick up
something sweet at Patisserie Valerie (see p26) and
head for prim Soho Square or the spruced up St Annes
Churchyard. Here you can laze the afternoon away,
until the lure of sweaty bars and loud music drags
you back into the melee.

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Centre & West

Portobello Road

shops, stalls & cafs

6 D3

Antiques market open 7:30am5:30pm Sat;

general market & shops 9am5pm MonSat (to 1pm Thu)

This is one of the most characterful streets in London.

A mile-long walk along its north-south axis takes you
from pastel-hued Notting Hill cottages and quaint
little antiques shops to a blankets-on-the-floor street
market in the shadows of the Westway flyover. The
area was lowly in the 1950s, and bohemian in the
1960s and 1970s. Today it remains despite the
influence of well-heeled local celebrities and films
such as Notting Hill eclectic, vibrant and fun.
The southern end of the road is at its busiest best
on Saturdays, when the antiques market holds sway.
The quaint shops have a preponderance of well-oiled
cricket bats, ancient golf clubs, tanned leather footballs and old curling stones destined for re-use as
doorstops. A clutter of Victoriana enamel signs,
painted buckets and faded flags can be trawled
through at Alices (No. 86). Close by, refreshment is

readily available at the Earl of Londsdale on the

corner of Westbourne Grove or the Fluid Juice Bar on
Elgin Crescent. Just beyond the Electric Cinema (see
also p15) and its brasserie, Blenheim Crescent cuts
across Portobello. Situated here are two excellent
bookshops, Blenheim Books and the Travel
Bookshop, which has a good selection on London.
The general market (with a nice stall for olives and
breads) takes place below the flyover. Here, the
Market Bar is always good for a lager or cocktail. Caf
Grove opposite has a first-floor terrace.
North of the Westway is Portobello Green (see p83)
and a rambling Saturday market that peters out as it
reaches the Golborne Road. Here funky clothes shops
(see p85) and antique furniture shops spill out onto
the pavements, and there are some good bars and
eateries: Bed for drinks from early evening, Galicia for
tapas; Golborne Grove (see p143) as the requisite
gastropub; Lisboa Patisserie (see p42); and Georges
Portobello Fish Bar for takeaways.

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Westbourne Park

upmarket Notting Hill

6 D3

The joys of this characterful West London enclave are

split between the leisurely shops of Westbourne
Grove, and the eateries on Westbourne Park Road.
The Grove is a place for boutique-browsing on sunny
days. Its focal point, strangely, is a Piers Goughdesigned turquoise-brick public toilet building,
reminiscent of the Art Nouveau Mtro entrances of Paris.
A flower kiosk, Wild at Heart, is built into the structure.
Nearby shops include Joseph (No. 236), Agns B
(No. 235), Camper (No. 214), Jigsaw (No. 192) and
Anne Wibergs trash couture (No. 170). A 5-minute
stroll up Chepstow Road passing or otherwise the
Prince Bonaparte takes you to Westbourne Park
Road. To your left are The Oak gastropub and Lucky 7,
a groovy diner-type place for soups, sandwiches, hot
dogs, beers and shakes. And to your right, the
wonderful Cow and its friendly rival The Westbourne,
both gastropubs of renown. For a quieter meal, theres
Rosas, a simple, almost rustic dining room at No. 69.

Brick Lane

curry houses & style shops

11 F1

Once synonymous with fantastic cheap curry houses,

Brick Lane in Londons East End has a more diverse
character these days. The restaurants are still there
Preethi, Le Taj, Caf Naz, Bengal Cuisine, Meraz Caf
on Hanbury Street, to name a few though price rises
and touting have tainted their image. North of the
Trumans Brewery there is now a cluster of fashion
outlets, stylish furniture shops and hip cafs and
bars. The most interesting clothes shops are in Dray
Walk on the old brewery site Junky, Public Beware
and Glorias Super Deluxe. Nearby, 93 Feet East and
the Vibe Bar (see p148) soak up the evening crowds.
A daytime visit is best on Sundays, when the trashy
morning market brings throngs of people to the
streets here, but any evening is good for wandering
between the neon-signed curry houses and maybe
stopping in for a pint at the old-fashioned Pride of
Spitalfields (see p148). For more about shopping in
Brick Lane and nearby Cheshire Street, see p88.

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West, City & East

Spitalfields Market

fashion & furniture

11 F1

020 7247 8556

Open 10:304:30 MonFri; 105 Sun

Currently Londons most exciting market, Spitalfields

set in a historic building just east of the City is
jam-packed on Sundays with stalls selling everything
from organic vegetables to retro furniture. Fashion
has become its greatest strength, though look out
for the Vivienne Westwood-inspired Grunge Vogue
and a young designer called Kim. Flower stalls, such
as Chayapa Flowers, add to the fun, and permanent
stalls such as Arkansas Caf (barbecued steaks and
roast poultry) provide tasty nourishment.
Weekdays are much quieter, but the market continues and on Thursdays trades almost exclusively in
fashion. Lamb Street to the north and Brushfield
Street to the south are home to interesting vintage
furniture outlets, quality poster shops and traditional
British food shop A Gold (see p87). The Market Coffee
House is perfect for a moment of repose.

Columbia Road

East End flower market

5 F4

From the break of dawn on Sunday mornings, this

short stretch of narrow East London road rouses itself
into a vibrant flower- and foliage-filled market. Stall
traders shout about their bargain trays of bedding
plants and wait for the late-rising urbanites to turn up
for exotica in the form of banana plants and tree ferns.
Snack stalls and cafs offer breakfasts, brunches and
early lunches and, when thats done, the Birdcage
pub on the corner of Columbia Road and Cosset Road
is on hand to slake mid-morning thirsts. If that
doesnt take your fancy, theres Laxeiro tapas bar at
the other end of the market, Stingray Global Caf for
oversize pizzas or the more secretive Nelsons Head
pub, tucked away on Horatio Street.
Alongside the horticulture, Columbia Roads shops
offer a nice line in furniture (old, retro and new) as well
as ceramics and funky light shades. By early afternoon,
the crowds disperse, most carrying a pet-sized piece
of the great natural world back to their city flats.
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Hoxton

bohemian Shoreditch

5 E5

Its indisputably Londons coolest area for an artsy

crowd and Hoxtons bubble is far from bursting.
Designers, artists and other creative types saw the
potential in this down-at-heel district in the mid-90s,
converting derelict buildings into studios and live-work
lofts. A smattering of bars followed. Now the streets
around Hoxton Square and Charlotte Road are lined
with hip restaurants, clubs, design shops and galleries.
Hoxton wakes up late, and the daytime streets can
feel quite lazy, especially at weekends when people
saunter between the galleries. Jay Joplings White
Cube, situated on the square, is the biggest gallery;
The Agency (ring the buzzer at 18 Charlotte Road) is
one of the longest established. Theres also a great
contemporary arts bookshop, ARTWORDS, at 65
Rivington Street. Arrive late in the afternoon, take up a
seat at one of the bars and watch the throngs gather
as the sky darkens. The Bricklayers Arms on Charlotte
Road is an old stalwart, while Zigfrid has Chesterfield
sofas and large windows framing the square.

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Ktchn (35 Charlotte Rd) does excellent European/

Middle Eastern salads to take-away. Many of the bars
serve decent food (Cantaloupe, see p47, and the
Great Eastern Dining Room, see p48), Hoxton Square
Bar and Kitchen, see p147, and again, Zigfrid). For a
little more formality, head for the Rivington Bar and
Grill (Rivington St) or Home on Leonard Street. On
Curtain Road and Shoreditch High Street, the bars
have more of a boyish feel to them, with much
evidence of pool tables (Elbow Room and Pool,
opposite each other on Curtain Road). Bar Kick on
Shoreditch High Street has table football. Juno, next
door, has a variety of nostalgic games for those who
grew up in the age of Space Invaders and Pac Man.
Round the corner on Kingsland Road is Dream Bags/
Jaguar Shoes, a name left over from previous occupants. Befitting the bars bohemian New York style,
Leonard Cohen doesnt so much play from the
speakers as seep from the crumbling plasterwork. For
the late-night, early-morning crowd, there are the
clubs Herbal, Cargo and Mother/333 (see pp1467).

For signposts to Londons best street markets, check out

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City & East, North & South

Camden Lock

Camden Markets best spot

2 D2

The roadway from Camden Tube to Chalk Farm Road

Tube is awash with stalls dishing out T-shirts, cheap
fashionwear and all manner of smoking paraphernalia. The nicest part of Camden Market, though, is at
its furthest reaches, in and around the railway arches
of Stables Market. Here, youll find a good mix of
retro-style clothes, furniture and curios. Theres also
goth gear and techno clubwear the latter in the
clublike space of Cyberdog, where a bar serves
guarana drinks and fruity detox concoctions. The
music gets evermore manic, and the whiff of incense
and cooking hangs everywhere.
The snacks served by the market food stalls are just
belly-fillers, though. If you want a more carefully
prepared meal and a drink, head across Chalk Farm
Road to the Lock Tavern (see p152), or to its near
neighbour the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar. The Enterprise,
a free house (pub) right outside Chalk Farm Road
station, serves up a good pint.

Borough

Londons larder by the river

10 D4

With the rumble and clatter of trains passing overhead,

Borough Market (open noon6pm Fri and 9am4pm
Sat) on the South Bank brightens the shadows of
Southwarks railway arches with bright red and yellow
awnings spread above stalls selling Spanish hams,
local breads, French cheeses, and wild game from the
Highlands of Scotland. This is the belly of modern
London, a neighbourhood crammed with the
warehouses of food importers. As well as buying food
to take away, market regulars can munch on juicy
venison burgers, washed down with a pint at the
Market Porter, The Wheatsheaf or the Globe Tavern.
Day-trippers tend to take a more leisurely lunch, with a
meal at Fish! or round the corner at Cantina Vinopolis.
Though most signs point to Southwark Cathedral
and the Thameside Walk, its worth exploring a few of
Boroughs dark old streets, which yield up great pubs,
such as the historic George Inn, just off Borough High
Street, and the Royal Oak on Tabard Street.
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The South Bank

riverside culture

10 A4

At the heart of an arching, river-hugging cultural

quarter, the South Bank Complex includes the South
Bank Centre (see p129), Hayward Gallery (see p109)
and Royal National Theatre (see p129). Tucked under
Waterloo Bridge are the NFT (see p130), its lively Film
Caf and some browsable second-hand bookstalls.
Few people are indifferent to the Brutalist/
International Style architecture of these buildings, and
the National Theatre in particular is often vilified
unjustly so, given the fantastic interior spaces, which
include many caf, bar and foyer areas for socializing
and free entertainment. The Long Bar at the National,
for example, hosts an excellent pre-theatre
programme of World Music in the early evening.
To the west of this complex is the touristy area
around the London Eye (see p18). To the east, along
the riverbank, is the quieter, prettier area of Gabriels

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Wharf a kind of middle-class shanty town, with

pizzerias and crafts shops, a place to hire bicycles
(London Bicycle Tour Co) and Riverside Therapies for
a shiatsu or Swedish back rub. Further east, crafts
continue at the Oxo Tower Wharf (see p91), also
home to its namesake restaurant (see p54).
Tate Modern (see p111) brings thousands to
Bankside daily, along the riverside walk, across the
Millennium Bridge from the direction of the City and
St Pauls, or by riverboat (see p100). Theatregoers off
to Shakespeares Globe (see p130) and visitors to
Vinopolis (a wine museum with a good bistro) swell
the numbers further. Two pubs on hand, The Anchor
(see p154) and the Founders Arms, get very busy in
summer. Venture just a little further along the river to
the freshly scrubbed Southwark Cathedral, and you
will find plenty of great pubs and decent cafs, and
the superb food market at Borough (see p163).
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South
Northcote Road

neighbourhood food market

Clapham Junction

Market open 95 Thu, Fri & Sat

Claphams market road is at its jolliest on Saturdays.

Londons foodies are well served by delicatessens,
shops and stalls selling designer kitchenware,
cheeses, artisan breads, meats and fresh fish. Make
up a picnic to take to nearby Clapham Common or eat
at the superb Gourmet Burger Kitchen (No. 44). For a
drink, it has to be The Eagle on Chatham Road. 7

Brixton

lively days & even livelier nights

At the southern end of the Victoria Tube line, Brixton

is home to a mix of cultures and social groups. This
diversity is reflected in the shops, cafs, restaurants,
bars and clubs. Busy with a lively market by day, it is,
however, at night that Brixton comes into its own,
when it draws in a youthful, partying crowd.
The Dogstar (see p154), Living and the Fridge Bar
(see p153) all get going early, as do the local eateries
Ichiban for sushi, Fujiyama and the Satay Bar for
noodles and rice dishes, and Bamboula for Caribbean
food. For an unusual dining experience, try the camp
Baroque of Caf Goya; the excellent Caribbean
cooking at the Brixtonian Havana Club (which also
stocks more than 200 rums!); or the atmospheric Bug
Restaurant, which shares St Matthews crypt with the
Bug Bar & Lounge (see p154).
As the night draws on, the streets are criss-crossed
with people heading in different directions: the
Brixton Academy for live bands; the Juice Bar for
poetry nights; the Ritzy (see p131) for films; Tongue &
Groove and Neon for cocktails in a clubby vibe; or
the pulsating George IV DJ bar on Brixton Hill. Mass,
Substation South (gay) and the Fridge (mixed, see
p153) are the big clubs with all-nighters on Fridays
and Saturdays. Throughout the night, buses head
back into central London from outside the Fridge, and
theres a black cab rank outside the cinema. But many
revellers stay until 6am, spilling out onto Brixtons
green by the church in the early morning sunlight.

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havens
Sometimes you just need to steal
away from the accelerated pace of
city life. A wealth of parks makes
London one of the worlds greenest
cities. But, even in the centre of
town, there are many other places
that offer solace and respite. Spas
and massage provide deep relaxation, and you will also find secret
courtyards, old stone churches and
tranquil woodland cemeteries in
which to stroll or contemplate.

Havens
Temple

serene courtyards of the judiciary

10 A3

Off Fleet Street, EC4 Tours 020 7797 8241 (minimum of 5)

www.innertemple.org.uk or www.middletemple.org.uk

Background noise drops to the level of polished shoes

clipping across worn flagstones as soon as you venture through the small archway of Inner Temple Lane.
Take a slow stroll around the interconnected courtyards of the Inner and Middle Temples, surrounded
by the chambers of law firms established here since
the mid-14th century. Before that time, the area
belonged to the Knights Templar; the statue by
Temple Church (see p98), which depicts two knights
sharing a horse, recalls the vows of poverty made by
that military brotherhood when it was formed in 1117.
By the side of Middle Temples Elizabethan
Banqueting Hall is the perfect oasis of Fountain Court,
its gnarled trees propped up by posts around a small
pool and fountain, with plane trees towering overhead. Beyond here, lawns (usually open 12:303pm
MonFri) stretch down towards the Thames.

Indian Head Massage

free your mind

8 C3

Farmacia, Selfridges, 400 Oxford Street, W1 020 7318 2365

www.farmacia123.com Head massage on Tue, Thu & every other Sat

The Indian head massage technique uses pressure, finger taps

and light flicks to release tension. The masseuse will concentrate
on your head and neck, but may work all the way down to the tips
of your toes in order to find the source of tension. You may
experience some discomfort here and there, but, by the end of
the half-hour session, you should feel a deep sense of relaxation.

Victoria Embankment
Gardens breathing space

9 G4

Though small, these gardens are a treasure for anyone wishing to steal away from the hurly-burly of the
city. A small caf rustles up all-day breakfasts, and
music plays from the bandstand in summer, while
workers on their lunch break soak up the sunshine.
Look for the implausibly placed watergate the land
around here was claimed from the Thames in 1862.

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Elemis Day Spa

queenly pampering

8 D3

23 Lancashire Court, W1 020 7499 5095

www.elemis.com Open from 9am daily

Both men and women are welcome at this spa, which

is renowned for discreet ocean wraps, Japanese silk
facials, stone therapies, Balinese borehs and dozens
of other exotic rituals. A rasul with mud in a steam
room is the cheapest option, but you must book
several weeks in advance or hope for a cancellation.

Bunhill Fields Burial Ground

Blakes resting place 10 D1

City Road & Bunhill Row, EC1 020 7374 4127

Open 7:30am7pm MonFri, 9:30sunset Sat & Sun (4pm closing OctMar)

Close to the Barbican and a short walk from the buzz of Hoxton,
Bunhill Fields is a remarkably quiet and shady spot. A pathway
cuts through its little wooded burial ground, where the tombs of
writers William Blake, Daniel Defoe and John Bunyan take pride of
place. To the side of the graves is a glade-like lawn a magical
place to stretch out on a summers day and listen to the birdsong.

St Olaves Recitals

a melodious hour

11 E3

Hart Street, EC3 020 7488 4318

Recitals Wed & Thu 12pm; donations welcome

Sitting in the cool of a stone church and listening to

one of St Olaves free lunchtime recitals is a splendid
way to relax into a contemplative mood. Londons
17th-century diarist Samuel Pepys cherished St Olaves,
though he often slept through sermons. Theres a
pretty little churchyard at the Seething Lane entrance.

The Royal Parks

There are nine Royal Parks in all, some of them far
from the city centre, in places such as Richmond and
Greenwich (see p174). Of the central parks St Jamess
is the oldest, and is considered by many to be the
most elegant. It separates Crown (Buckingham
Palace) and State (the Houses of Parliament) with a
swathe of grassland and a lake fringed by languid

willows. The biggest is Hyde Park, though technically

its western end where youll find the Serpentine
Gallery (see p101) and the Orangery (see p170) is
Kensington Gardens. Regents Park has attractive
formal gardens as well as wide open spaces, used to
host open-air theatre and concerts. Both Hyde Park
and Regents Park offer guided nature walks. For
details, visit www.royalparks.gov.uk.

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Havens
Holland Park

6 D5

genteel charm

The former grounds of a Jacobean country house,

Holland Park holds a variety of delights, including
woodland walks, formal English gardens and a
splendid French restaurant. The house itself stands at
the centre of the park, but, never having recovered
from bomb damage in World War II, it now serves
mainly as a backdrop to outdoor performances on
summer evenings.
The outbuildings have fared better, with the Garden
Ballroom now home to Marco Pierre Whites
Belvedere restaurant (modestly priced for a set
lunch). If your appetite or wallet are not up to that,
look for the pleasant caf offering simpler fare that
has taken root next to one of the garden walls.
The Rose Garden is perhaps the greatest sensorial
delight of the formal gardens, while the Kyoto Garden,
severe when laid out in 1991, has mellowed into a
serene corner. The call of peacocks as they strut
around their domain adds to the charm of the park.

Porchester Spa

Art Deco retreat

7 F3

Queensway, W2 020 7792 3980

Open 10am10pm daily; call for details of men-only,
women-only & mixed sessions

This beautiful Art Deco day spa of the 1920s is great

value and attracts a complete mix of people. Enjoy a
Swedish massage or Moroccan glove body scrub,
along with unlimited access to Turkish baths, Russian
steam rooms and an icy plunge pool. Snacks are
served in the frigidarium (cool room) upstairs.

Orangery

antidote to museum fatigue

7 F5

Kensington Gardens, W8 020 7376 0239

Open MarOct 106; NovFeb 105; tea served from 3pm

Set next to Kensington Palace, the graceful Orangery,

dating from 1704, is a light-filled, yet cool retreat. Add
to this the glorious gardens and the chance to enjoy a
leisurely summer lunch or afternoon tea at this superior caf, and you have ample reward for a morning
spent shopping or in the museums of Kensington.

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Chelsea Physic Garden

herbal cures

14 B4

Swan Walk, SW3 020 7352 5646

www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk
Open AprOct: noon5 Wed, 26 Sun & special events

A gateway bristling with knotted vegetation leads you

into the secluded world of a garden in which the
beauty and fragrance of the plants are matched by
their restorative qualities. Established by the Society
of Apothecaries in 1673, this was the herbal medicine
cabinet of its day, and still operates as a research
centre. Though dripping with blooms and bursting
with verdant foliage, the World Medicine Garden and
other areas retain a scientific orderliness, with small
cards indicating the curative properties of each
specimen. The pomegranate turns out to be quite a
fruit not only has it been used to purge envy, but it
is also thought to be a reasonable cure for worms.
Sit in one of the tranquil spots where chairs have
been set, and youll soon appreciate the simpler
restorative qualities of this unique English garden.

Little Venice

canal boats, cafs and bars

7 G1

Blomfield Road & Warwick Crescent, W2

Boat trips: London Waterbus Company, 020 7482 2660

Little Venice centres on the junction of two canals:

Regents Canal, which links to the Thames, and
the Grand Union, which extends all the way to
Birmingham. Until relatively recently, this area was
known as Brownings Pool, in honour of the 19thcentury poet Robert Browning, who lived nearby. The
tranquil waterways are a delightful city oasis,
overlooked by Rembrandt Gardens, and dotted with
colourful houseboats, barges and pleasure craft.
Locals sit and gaze at the scene, while boat owners
potter about their cheerily decorated vessels.
The neighbourhood has several nice eateries. One
of the best is The Bridge House Canal Theatre Caf
on Delamere Terrace. This serves tasty food, and
theres also live comedy, music and theatre upstairs.
You can also board a ferry at Little Venice, and take a
50-minute trip through Regents Park to Camden.
For some ideas for a leisurely breakfast in Little Venice, see p12

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Hampstead Heath

ancient heathland

1 C2

This vast, elevated expanse of grassy slopes and

woodlands, bordered on all sides by North Londons
wealthiest residential districts, is a magnificent
remnant of real countryside within walking distance
of the Tube. Londoners travel up here in droves on
Sundays to gaze down upon their city, breathe
deep and shake off urban stresses.
For a satisfying exploration of the Heath, try a
circular walk from Hampstead village. Starting at the
Tube station, wander through the quiet back roads
past historic houses where luminaries such as John
Keats (see p108), George Orwell and H G Wells once
lived. Crossing East Heath Road, you then step into
the wilds, initially following a wide track through the
woods. The destinations of the many crisscrossing
paths are not easy to fathom, and its best to

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meander in a vaguely northeasterly direction, through

woodlands up to Kenwood House (see p108), home
to the Iveagh Bequest, with a caf in the old coach
house. Just beyond the house, in the direction of
Highgate, are fantastic views. From these lofty heights,
central London unfolds in a smoky blue haze along
the shallow valley of the Thames, the distant towers
and construction cranes of the City and Docklands
contrasting with the slope of long grass at your feet.
Follow the path down the open slope and turn right
at the bottom of South Wood, which forms the boundary of the Kenwood estate. From here, the path will
take you back to Hampstead, past playing fields and
old duelling grounds. Return to the welcoming pubs
of Hampstead The Freemasons Arms (Downshire
Hill), The Flask (Flask Lane), Ye Olde White Bear (Well
Road) and the Holly Bush (Holly Bush Steps).

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Highgate Woods

woodland ramble

A short walk up Muswell Hill Road from Highgate Tube

station brings the woods into view: to your left,
Highgate Wood proper; to your right, the dell of
Queens Wood. Both are rich in oak and hornbeam
and the sound of birdsong about 70 species of birds
have been spotted here. Either wood is blissful for an
hour or so of rambling on footpaths. Highgate Wood
is more open, the wide paths eventually giving way to
a playing field and the pleasant Oshobasho Caf
(open 8:30am6pm or dusk if earlier). The more
densely forested Queens Wood has a Weekend Caf
(106 Sat & Sun), charmingly set amid the trees in a
cottage with a verandah.
Having cleared mind and lungs, reintroduce yourself to city life gradually by way of Highgate Village.
Drop by the Flask (corner of The Grove and Highgate
West Hill), which serves English ales and Belgian
monastery brews, and good pub food. Also pay a visit
to Highgate Cemetery (see p105), off Swains Lane.

Abney Park Cemetery

graveyard for dissenters

Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 Stoke Newington

1 Angel or Kings Cross, then bus 73
www.abney-park.org.uk Open daylight hours daily

Neglected for much of the 20th century, Abney Park is

a gothic fantasy gravestones broken and scattered,
statues toppled and overrun with ivy, and green
tendrils grasping to reclaim the ground. This natural
tide has been only partially stemmed by recent
interventions to clear pathways, and it remains a wild
and enchanting woodland. Among the religious
nonconformists buried here the most famous is
William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army.
The main entrance, with its dramatic Egyptian
gateway, is on Stamford Hill, but the more secretive
way in is via a small gate on Church Street. The inner
reaches where youll eventually reach a decrepit
chapel can feel very remote, and if you are visiting
alone you may feel safer at the weekend, when it
becomes the haunt of local families.
After visiting Abney Park, wander along Church Street, which has good boutiques, bookshops and pubs

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Greenwich Park

panoramic views

16 C3

Greenwich, SE10 Park Office: 020 8858 2608

www.royalparks.gov.uk/parks/greenwich_park
Open from 6am daily

A walk around this breezy, partly formal, partly wild

park, which stretches from the historic dockyards at
Greenwich up the hill to Blackheath, offers fine views
of London. From the top of the park, you can see the
Thames wend through the metropolis, its banks
giving rise to some of the densest clusters of development at Docklands, The City and Westminster.
Between the moored Cutty Sark at Greenwich Pier
and Wrens Old Observatory at the top of the hill, the
parks main paths are usually thronged with visitors,
but stray from them and you can soon lose the
crowds. Beyond the Observatory, heading south,
youll find a cricket green, the wilds of a deer park,

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formal gardens and even Roman earthworks to

explore. But if you dont want to lose sight of the
river, head east to another promontory, One Tree Hill,
on the Maze Hill side of the park. From here, there are
views across to the Observatory and down to the Old
Royal Naval College (the Queens House, see p112, is
mostly obscured by a clump of trees at the foot of the
hill). Beyond this looms Canary Wharf, the brown, silty
Thames looping at its feet.
Walk down one of the meandering pathways, past
the childrens playground and then towards a gate
that brings you out onto Park Row. You can either head
to the Thames end of the road for a drink and a plate
of whitebait at the Trafalgar Tavern (see p155) or take
an immediate right for a quieter drink at The Plume of
Feathers. Either way, its good to finish off a walk in
Greenwich with a riverside stroll back to the pier.

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Kew Gardens

World Heritage beauty spot

Kew 020 8332 5655 1 Kew Gardens

www.kew.org Open from 9:30am (closing times vary)

The extensive, astonishingly lovely Royal Botanical

Gardens are stocked with mature specimens of rare
(and ordinary) trees, plants and flowers collected
over hundreds of years from the remotest corners of
the world. From the Tube and train station its a wellsigned 5-minute walk along leafy residential streets
to the main, Victoria Park entrance. Maps, supplied
with your tickets, place everything clearly.
The scale of Kew means that it is not difficult to find
private space. The gardens comprise both wild and
formal areas gentle woodlands; pristine formal
lawns and beds overflowing with ever-changing floral
displays; ornamental lakes stocked with wildfowl;
elegant glass-houses; and an eclectic collection of
buildings including the landmark Pagoda.

Near the entrance, the beautiful, steamy Palm

House (1848) is popular, but you can ascend a spiral
staircase to the quieter elevated walkway. The
Princess of Wales Conservatory, a mix of dry and
moist habitats, also draws a crowd, but is worth a
saunter in May during the orchid festival. Queen
Charlottes Cottage dates from the 18th century and
was a favourite spot of this queen. She and husband
King George III would picnic here. It remains a perfect
idyll for a lazy afternoon munching sandwiches. If you
are lucky, you may be serenaded by a blackbird from
the branches of a silver birch. If youve neglected to
bring a picnic, the Orangery is the best of several
eating options, serving simple meals and cakes.
Between the Orangery and the river is the formal
Queens Garden a place where statues punctuate
walls of manicured hedges, laburnum drips from
covered walkways and small fountains bubble. Adm

In Kew, consider a meal at the expensive but excellent Glasshouse (020 8940 6777) by the station

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hotels
In this eclectic city, your choice of
accommodation sets the tone for
your visit. Would you like a classy
residence in Chelsea, close to the
boutiques? Or is high-voltage
Covent Garden, right in the centre,
more your style? Perhaps youd
like to sample the edgy glamour of
Notting Hill or the laid-back cool of
Clerkenwell. Hotel rates are quite
high, but theres memorable
accommodation for all budgets.

TOP CHOICES

hotels

ROMANTIC HIDEAWAYS

SPAS & SPORTS

GASTRONOMIC

Blakes

The Dorchester

Claridges

33 Roland Gardens, SW7

Park Lane, W1

Brook Street, W1

Blakes sumptuous rooms are perfect for lounging and loving. Wedding
packages are available if you want
to take things further. (See p185)

The impressive Art Deco spa at this

superbly appointed hotel offers a
range of luxurious treatments and
a well-equipped gym. (See p183)

Claridges has the best hotel

restaurant in town. Celebrated chef
Gordon Ramsay serves up the
Michelin-starred nosh. (See p183)

Hamilton House

Crescent Hotel

14 West Grove, Greenwich, SE10

4950 Cartwright Gardens, WC1

The pretty honeymoon suite in this

Georgian house has breathtaking
views of the Thames snaking past
Greenwich. (See p189)

Guests have access to

the tennis courts opposite,
and can even borrow
racquets. (See p181)

The Portobello Hotel

One Aldwych

22 Stanley Gardens, W11

1 Adlwych, WC2

Luxurious furnishings include round

beds, Moroccan cushions and a
Victorian claw-foot tub right in the
middle of the room... (See p186)

Underwater music plays through the

hotels 18-m (60-ft) pool. Theres also
high-tech equipment and free personal training in the gym. (See p180)

Prices quoted for hotels in London

may or may not include VAT (17.5% tax),
so always check when getting a quote.

London Bridge Hotel

Great Eastern Hotel

818 London Bridge Street, SE1

Liverpool Street, EC2

Free entry to the adjoining gym is

among the facilities here. You could
also just as easily go for a jog by
the river. (See p189)

Design guru and restaurateur

Terence Conran has installed five
fabulous eateries at this hotel.
Aurora is best of the lot. (See p187)

If you are flexible about the dates of

your stay, www.hoteldirect.co.uk/london
offers a quick and easy way to find some
of the best discounts on rooms in
Londons hotels.

Millers Residence

The Metropolitan

111a Westbourne Grove, W2

It may not be part of the hotel

itself, but acclaimed modern
Japanese restaurant Nobu sits
atop the cool and stylish
Metropolitan. (See p182)

A precious find, this atmospheric, antiques-crammed

guesthouse is lit by candles
after dark. (See p186)

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TOP CHOICES
STYLE STATEMENTS

BEST OF THE BARGAINS

hotels

VIEWS & LOCALES

Hazlitts

Covent Garden Hotel

6 Frith Street, W1

10 Monmouth Street, WC2

Hazlitts is true to its period

heritage, right down to the paint
colours, carved bedsteads and oldfashioned WCs. (See p181)

In the middle of Covent Garden,

this hotel cant be beaten when
it comes to combining style and
a central location. (See p180)

Malmaison

The Franklin

Charterhouse Square, EC1

Contemporary furnishings and

specially commissioned photographs
set the style for this chic yet affordable small chain hotel. (See p187)

28 Egerton Gardens, SW3

If you are looking for an alternative
to a hotel, www.yourstay.com/london
offers well-appointed apartments for
short-term rental.

Reserve a room at the back of this

Knightsbridge townhouse hotel to
overlook the tranquil, residents-only
gardens. (See p184)

Abbey House

Travel Inn, County Hall

Holiday Inn Express, Old Street

11 Vicarage Gate, W8

Belvedere Road, SE1

275 Old Street, EC1

Comfortable, Victorian-style rooms

are the defining feature of an
elegant address. Shared facilities
keep the prices down. (See p186)

Reliable chain accommodation is

brought to a fantastic location here,
just steps away from the London
Eye and Saatchi Gallery. (See p189)

In hip Hoxton, this is the perfect

base if you intend spending your
days bar- and gallery-hopping, and
your nights in the clubs. (See p189)

The Zetter

Dover Hotel

868 Clerkenwell Road, EC1

424 Belgrave Road, SW1

This loft hotel, converted from a

warehouse, is decked out with 70s
furniture, hand-printed panels and
top-notch showers. (See p188)

Its seriously cheap, but the Dover

has satellite TV and modern ensuite
facilities in every room. (See p183)

www.hotels-london.co.uk is an
online booking agency that also has
lists of useful web links, last-minute
deals and special offers.

Many London hotels that cater mainly to business travellers offer good weekend deals

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One Aldwych

contemporary grand hotel

9 H3

1 Aldwych, WC2 020 7300 1000

www.onealdwych.co.uk

The neo-grand design of this hotel became an instant

hit with the style-conscious when it opened in the
late 1990s. Occupying a former newspaper HQ on one
corner of the Aldwych, it gives monumental elegance
a modern edge. Staff wear lavender shirts designed
by cool Savile Row tailor Richard James, and the
walls are adorned with 350 original works of art. The
rooms are surprisingly quiet, given the hotels central
position. Their styling is contemporary yet colourful,

Covent Garden Hotel

theatreland retreat

with silk drapes and plush upholstery. The suites at

the front of the building, under a coppered cupola,
are circular. Every detail has been considered: flowers
are changed daily, and the terrazzo-stone bathrooms
have heated floors and mini TVs. The health club
surpasses most hotel gyms, with personal trainers on
call and a pool with underwater music.
The Lobby Bar (see p136), with its high ceiling,
arched windows and dramatic sculptures, is always
lively. There are two well-regarded restaurants, Axis
and the less formal Indigo (both modern European
cuisine), and a chic coffee bar. Expensive

9 F3

10 Monmouth Street, WC2 020 7806 1000

www.firmdalehotels.com

Its location in Londons Theatreland makes this cosy

hotel a favourite with actors and others in the film
and performing arts industries. The luxurious screening room gets plenty of use. Rooms are individually
decorated in updated English style, one with a vast
four-poster bed. Expensive

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Hazlitts

authentic period hotel

9 F3

6 Frith Street, W1 020 7434 1771

www.hazlittshotel.com

The Soho home of 18th-century essayist William Hazlitt

is true to its heritage while providing 21st-century
comforts. The panelled rooms contain fireplaces,
antique headboards and rolltop baths, yet theres also
air-conditioning and Internet access. The drawing room
has books signed by literary guests. Expensive

Charlotte Street Hotel

artistic digs

9 E2

15 Charlotte Street, W1 020 7806 2000

www.charlottestreethotel.com

Set amid Charlotte Streets eclectic restaurants, this

understated hotel combines original works by
Bloomsbury set artists, reflecting the legacy of its
location, with modern gadgets such as mini TVs in the
luxurious granite bathrooms. The bar buzzes with media
folk, and theres a swanky screening room. Expensive

Crescent Hotel

tidy guesthouse

3 F5

4950 Cartwright Gardens, WC1 020 7387 1515

www.CrescentHotelofLondon.com

The best of several small hotels occupying a Georgian

crescent near University College, the Crescent is smart
and well kept. There are TVs in the bedrooms, a
guests lounge and a cheerful breakfast room with a
characterful old cast-iron cooker. Guests may use the
tennis courts in the garden opposite. Cheap

Generator

futuristic budget hotel

3 G5

Compton Place, off Tavistock Place, WC1 020 7388 7666

www.generatorhostels.com

Londons biggest backpackers hostel is decked out

in stainless steel and neon. Accommodation is nofrills: bed down in a communal dorm or pay a little
more for a private room. However, with a bar open
until 2am, karaoke and a 24-hour Internet caf, the
young guests arent here just to rest. Cheap
Expensive: over 200 for a double room per night; moderate: 120200; cheap: 10120

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The Metropolitan

cool & contemporary

8 C5

Old Park Lane, W1 020 7447 1000

www.metropolitan.como.bz

This minimalist upstart caused a stir when it joined

the luxury line-up overlooking Hyde Park in 1997; it
was the first new hotel to open on Park Lane for two
decades. Its understated chic hasnt dated a bit.
Armani-clad staff waft around the cream lobby, with
its 1930s-inspired club chairs. Rooms are contemporary yet comfortable, with blond-wood furniture,
harmonious pale fabrics, and plenty of light (London
weather permitting) streaming through the plate-glass

Durrants

authentic Georgian pile

windows. The Metropolitan has all the amenities you

would expect from a top-class hotel glamorous
marble bathrooms, Internet access, CD players, DVDs
on request plus some fabulous extras that make
it a bit more special. The health club offers holistic
treatments using the natural COMO Shambhala
products devised at the hotels Caribbean sister
resort. As a guest, youre assured entry to the tiny
members-only Met Bar a notorious celebrity hotspot
in the 1990s, which still draws a cool clientele. The
Michelin-starred modern Japanese restaurant Nobu
(see p34) is literally on your doorstep. Expensive

8 B2

George Street, W1 020 7935 8131

www.durrantshotel.co.uk

Established in 1790, Durrants, in trendy Marylebone,

is appealingly old-fashioned. The hotel has a warren
of rooms spread across several terraced houses.
Antiques and old prints feature heavily. Bathrooms,
thankfully, are comfortably modern. The restaurant
and bar have the air of a gentlemens club. Moderate

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Dorset Square

English country chic

8 B1

39 Dorset Square, NW1 020 7723 7874

www.dorsetsquare.co.uk

Overlooking a lovely garden square the site of the

worlds first cricket ground this sprawling Regency
house has a rustic feel, with distressed wood, floral
fabrics and a cosy drawing room. The restaurant
serves modern European cuisine. Marylebone Village
and Regents Park are a stroll away. Expensive

Dover Hotel

well-maintained modern B&B

15 E3

424 Belgrave Road, SW1 020 7821 9085

www.dover-hotel.co.uk

Just up the road from Victoria Station and well placed

for the pubs and cafs of Pimlico, this welcoming
B&B in a grand stucco-fronted terrace offers an
ensuite shower, WC and satellite TV in every room.
It may not be fancy, but its rooms are refreshingly
modern and immaculately clean. Cheap

Tophams Belgravia

essentially English

14 D2

28 Ebury Street, SW1 020 7730 8147

www.zolahotels.com

The hotel, previously owned by the Topham family for

over 60 years, occupies five 19th-century houses in
an upmarket Belgravia street. In terms of decor, its
like staying with an elderly aunt (think chintz and
china cabinets), but its cosy and characterful, and
has an elegant restaurant. Moderate

Grand Old Dames

Just off smart shopping strip Bond Street,
Claridges has long been favoured by European
royalty, and now lures gourmets with Michelinstarred chef Gordon Ramsays eponymous
restaurant. Opened in 1889 to accommodate
theatre-goers, The Savoy, on the Strand, has
numerous show business connections, and its

legendary American Bar (see p137) was the birthplace of the dry Martini. For unashamed indulgence, the grandiose Dorchester overlooking Hyde
Park boasts an Art Deco spa and nearly three staff
to every guest room. Rooms at the Ritz, on
Piccadilly, are sumptuous in Louis XVI style. Its
1930s Rivoli Bar has been splendidly restored. For
details of all hotels, see p229.

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City Inn Westminster

unpretentious

15 F3

30 John Islip Street, SW1 020 7630 1000

www.cityinn.com

Around the corner from Tate Britain and handy Millbank

Pier (see p99), this slick, design-conscious newcomer
is part of a small chain. It offers many of the facilities
of a luxury hotel DVD players, broadband Internet,
bathrobes without any attitude. Deals on the
website make it even more of a bargain. Moderate

The Franklin

understated English townhouse 14 A2

28 Egerton Gardens, SW3 020 7584 5533

www.franklinhotel.co.uk

Located in a quiet Knightsbridge street, the Franklin

offers an opportunity to see how the other half lives.
Its like staying in the private home of an affluent
family, complete with framed portraits, antiques,
fine English fabrics and secluded residents gardens
at the back. Moderate

Mayflower

affordable boutique style

13 E3

268 Trebovir Road, SW5 020 7370 0991

www.mayflowerhotel.co.uk

This affordable gem, in a grand terrace in busy

Earls Court, has recently been refurbished.
Now each room has its own style, which might be
contemporary, antique or slightly Oriental. Touches
of luxury include marble bathrooms and balconies
off some rooms. Cheap

Five Sumner Place

spacious & attractive 13 H3

5 Sumner Place, SW7 020 7584 7586

www.sumnerplace.com

Set in a white stuccoed terrace, this immaculately

maintained hotel is well placed for the museums and
shops of South Kensington. Although decorated in an
unremarkable traditional English style, the rooms are
comfortable, and large by London standards. Breakfast is served in a pretty conservatory. Moderate

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Blakes

sumptuous designer hideaway

13 G3

33 Roland Gardens, SW7 020 7370 6701

www.blakeshotels.com

Opened in the early 1980s by socialite designer

Anouska Hempel, Blakes is Londons original
boutique hotel. Its effortless sense of style and
discreet Kensington location have attracted the rich
and famous from the beginning.
In contrast to Hempels homage to minimalism in
her eponymous hotel, The Hempel, Blakes is a riot of
beautiful furniture and curios; a living textbook for
designers and aficionados of interiors, packing in a

wide array of styles. The lobby has a colonial air, with

bamboo furniture, antique birdcages and vintage
Louis Vuitton trunks. The individually designed
bedrooms, with sweeping draperies and exceptional
items of antique furniture and artifacts many of
which were acquired by Hempel on her travels
range in theme from opulent Oriental to Baroque
Italian. The restaurant is in the basement, its cuisine
a blend of East and West. Adjoining it are Blakes Bar
and the Chinese Room a dark, mysterious lounge,
dressed with an elaborate screen, banquettes
and cushions. Expensive

The Colonnade

informal grand house

7 F1

2 Warrington Crescent, W9 020 7286 1052

www.theetoncollection.com

Theres an air of posh informality about this hotel,

which comprises two Victorian mansions near Little
Venice (see p171). Open since the 1930s, its been
extensively refurbished. Most rooms are comfortably
opulent, some with four-poster beds. The sea-themed
Cabin has a bunk bed and portholes. Moderate

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The Portobello

divinely decadent

6 D3

22 Stanley Gardens, W11 020 7727 2777

www.portobello-hotel.co.uk

Join the list of rock and film stars who have stayed at
this over-the-top Notting Hill townhouse. Many rooms
are themed Moroccan, Japanese, Colonial with
exciting features such as round or four-poster beds
and Victorian bathtubs (Alice Cooper kept his boa
constrictor in one). Moderate

Millers Residence

unusual guesthouse

7 E3

111a Westbourne Grove, W2 020 7243 1024

www.millersuk.com

A discreet entrance off busy Westbourne Grove leads

to one of Londons most atmospheric hotels. Owned
by antiques expert Martin Miller, its crammed with
bric-a-brac and unusual pieces. Theres a free bar and
snacks are available in the cluttered drawing room,
which is candlelit at night. Moderate

Abbey House

superior B&B

7 E5

11 Vicarage Gate, W8 020 7727 2594

www.abbeyhousekensington.com

This friendly B&B in a grand Victorian house near

Kensington High Street has been owned by the same
family for 25 years. It is refurbished annually and
offers spotlessly clean, comfortable accommodation
with shared facilities. All rooms have orthopaedic
mattresses and colour TVs. Cheap

Booking a Hotel
Book as far as possible in advance for the best rates
and widest choice. Special deals often feature on
hotel websites and sites of the many Internet-based
agencies. Try www.visitlondon.com the website of
the official tourist board which has reviews,
discounted rates and links to dozens of London
hotels. The British Hotel Reservation Centre

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operates a 24-hour booking service by phone (020

7340 1616) and online (www.bhrc.co.uk). The agency
www.pinkhotels.com specializes in finding rooms at
gay- and lesbian-friendly hotels. Always check the
booking details. Many hotels do not include VAT
(17.5%) in the quotation, but add it to the final bill.
Some quotes are per person, others are per room.
Check, too, whether breakfast is included.

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Great Eastern

Conran-styled grand hotel

11 E2

Liverpool Street, EC2 020 7618 5000

www.great-eastern-hotel.co.uk

Built in the golden age of rail travel, the magnificent

19th-century hotel next to Liverpool Street station was
recently given a makeover by the Conran Group the
design consultancy of style guru Terence Conran. The
result is a dramatic marriage of Victorian grandeur
(marble staircases, soaring ceilings, ornate
plasterwork) with 21st-century design (contemporary
colour schemes, modern furniture, high-tech
facilities). Exciting works of contemporary art are
displayed throughout, some on loan from nearby

Malmaison

French-inspired mini-chain

Whitechapel Gallery. The Conran aesthetic runs to the

bedrooms, which are furnished with his own designs
and original pieces by Eames and Arne Jacobson.
Black-and-white tiled bathrooms come complete with
natural Ren products, and all the requisite high-tech
business facilities are available. The well-equipped
gym is set in a former Masonic temple.
With his restaurateurs hat on, Conran has also made
this a serious dining destination. There are no fewer
than five eateries, the best of which is the glamorous
Aurora, with a stunning original stained-glass ceiling
dome. The modern brasserie Terminus is a less formal
place noisy, vibrant and fun. Expensive

10 B1

Charterhouse Square, EC1 020 7012 3700

www.malmaison.com

This converted Victorian nurses residence maintains

its reputation for contemporary luxury at a great price.
CD players and minibars stocked with French wines
come as standard in the chic, spacious rooms. A
buzzing brasserie and bar and high-tech gym
complete the thoroughly modern package. Moderate

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The Zetter

eclectic loft style

10 B1

868 Clerkenwell Road, EC1 020 7324 4444

www.thezetter.com

Clerkenwell is an area known for its cool loft apartments, and it now has a loft hotel. Converted from a
19th-century warehouse, the Zetter has five floors set
around a central atrium, and rooms featuring huge
factory windows and exposed brick. The dcor is an
eclectic mix: reconditioned 1970s furniture, handprinted panels, slick modern elements such as stateof-the-art showers, and cosy touches such as hotwater bottles. Old Penguin paperbacks and free copies
of Time Out provide inspiring bedtime reading. Instead
of minibars, vending machines on each floor
dispense everything from toothpaste to champagne;
just insert your room card and the charge is put on the
tab. The top-floor studios have sundecks with views
across the city. The hotels modern Italian restaurant,
with tables on St Johns Square in summer, is a
destination in its own right. Moderate

The Rookery

historic hideaway

10 B1

Peters Lane, Cowcross Street, EC1 020 7336 0931

www.rookeryhotel.com

The Clerkenwell sister of Hazlitts (see p181) occupies

six Georgian houses and shops (faded butchers and
bakers signs are still visible). Decorated with quirky
antiques, it retains many original features, such as
flagstone floors in the hall and ceiling beams in some
bedrooms, while offering all mod cons. Expensive

La Gaffe

unpretentious Hampstead hotel

1 A4

10711 Heath Street, NW3 020 7435 8965/4941

www.lagaffe.co.uk

Set above an Italian restaurant amid Hampsteads

winding lanes and quaint cottages, this small, familyrun hotel is very reasonably priced. Its style isnt
much to speak of more provincial B&B than smart
hotel but La Gaffe is handy for the local boutiques
and, of course, the Heath (see p172). Cheap

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London Bridge Hotel

10 D5

818 London Bridge Street, SE1 020 7855 2200

www.londonbridgehotel.com

Close to Borough Market (see p163), this hotel has

comfortable, if somewhat corporate-style, accommodation. Executive rooms are better, with more
contemporary fittings. Guests can enjoy free entry to
the adjoining Fitness First health club, and theres a
decent Malaysian restaurant in-house. Moderate

Mercure London
City Bankside modern Euro-style chain

10 B4

779 Southwark Street, SE1 020 7902 0800

www.mercure.com

This spare, modern hotel is geared mainly towards

business travellers, but cheap weekend deals and its
position near the Tate Modern and South Bank make it
attractive to tourists. Theres a small gym, and a stylish
restaurant with an extensive wine list. Moderate

Hamilton House

elegant village retreat

16 C4

14 West Grove, Greenwich, SE10 020 8694 9899

www.hamiltonhousehotel.co.uk

Nautical buffs will delight in the seafaring pedigree of

this Georgian house overlooking Blackheath handy
for Greenwich Park and its various historical sites.
The dcor makes use of pale colours and antiqueeffect bedspreads. Some rooms have breathtaking
views of the Thames. Moderate

Chains
If youre after budget accommodation, its worth
considering a chain hotel: the rooms may be bland,
but there wont be any nasty surprises, and,
increasingly, you can stay in some of Londons
hottest areas. Holiday Inn (www.holiday-inn.com)
has an affordable Express branch amid the hip bars
of Hoxton (275 Old St, EC1). An outpost of cheap

chain Travel Inn (www.travelinn.co.uk) is housed in

the former County Hall steps away from the
London Eye and South Bank complex. For river
views, however, youll have to stay at the pricier
Marriott (www.marriott.com), which shares the
building. More upmarket is the London Docklands
Hilton (www.hilton.com), which has a pool, river
views from some rooms and cheap special offers.

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College

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KI

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PLACE

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Index of Main Streets

Albert Embankment
Aldersgate
Aldgate High Street
Aldwych
All Saints Road
Baker Street
Basil Street
Bateman Street
Bayswater Road
Bayswater Road
Beak Street
Beauchamp Place
Bedford Street
Belgrave Road
Belgrave Square
Berkeley Square
Berwick Street
Bethnal Green Road
Bishopsgate
Blackfriars Road
Bloomsbury Square
Bloomsbury Street
Borough High Street
Bow Street
Brewer Street
Brick Lane
Broadway
Broadwick Street
Brompton Road
Buckingham Gate
Buckingham Palace Road
Burlington Arcade
Caledonian Road
Cambridge Circus
Cambridge Heath Road
Camden High Street
Camden Passage
Camden Road
Cannon Street
Canonbury Road
Carnaby Street
Catton Street
Cavendish Square
Caxton Street
Cecil Court
Chalk Farm Road
Chancery Lane
Chapel Market
Charing Cross Road
Charlotte Road
Charlotte Street
Chelsea Bridge Road
Chelsea Embankment
Cheshire Street
Church Street
City Road
Clerkenwell Green
Clerkenwell Road
Cleveland Street
Columbia Road
Commercial Street
Conduit Street
Covent Garden
Coventry Street
Creechurch Lane
Cromwell Gardens
Cromwell Road
Cross Street
Curtain Road

15 G3
10 C2
11 F3
9 H3
6 D2
8 B2
14 B1
9 F3
7 F4
8 A3
9 E3
14 A1
9 G3
15 E3
14 C1
8 D4
9 E3
5 F5
11 E2
10 B4
9 G2
9 F2
10 C5
9 G3
9 E3
11 F1
15 F1
9 E3
14 A1
15 E1
14 D3
9 E4
3 H2
9 F3
5 H3
2 D3
4 B3
3 E1
10 C3
4 B2
9 E3
9 G2
8 D2
15 E1
9 F3
2 C1
10 A2
4 A3
9 F3
5 E5
9 E2
14 C3
14 A5
5 F5
7 H1
4 B4
10 A1
10 B1
8 D1
5 F4
11 E1
8 D3
9 G3
9 F4
11 E3
13 H2
13 F2
4 B2
5 E5

Curzon Street
Dean Street
Delancey Street
Downing Street
Downshire Hill
Draycott Avenue
Drury Lane
Earlham Street
Earls Court Road
Eaton Square
Edgware Road
Endell Street
Essex Road
Euston Road
Exhibition Road
Exmouth Market
Farringdon Road
Farringdon Street
Fenchurch Street
Fetter Lane
Fleet Street
Floral Street
Fouberts Place
Frith Street
Fulham Palace Road
Fulham Road
Gabriels Wharf
Garrick Street
Gerrard Street
Gloucester Place
Gloucester Road
Golborne Road
Goodge Street
Goswell Road
Goulston Street
Gower Street
Grays Inn Road
Great Eastern Street
Great Marlborough Street
Great Portland Street
Great Russell Street
Greek Street
Greenwich Church Street
Greenwich High Road
Grosvenor Place
Grosvenor Square
Hackney Road
Hampstead High Street
Hampstead Road
Hans Crescent
Hanway Street
Harley Street
Harrow Road
Hatton Gardens
Haymarket
Heath Street
High Holborn
Holborn
Horseferry Road
Houndsditch
Hoxton Square
Hoxton Street
Islington High Street
James Street
Jermyn Street
Kensington Church Street
Kensington High Street
Kensington Park Road
Kensington Road

8 D4
9 F3
2 D3
9 F5
1 C5
14 A3
9 G3
9 F3
13 E2
14 C2
7 H1
9 G2
4 B2
3 E5
13 H1
4 A5
10 A1
10 B2
11 E3
10 A2
10 A3
9 G3
9 E3
9 F3
12 A4
13 G4
10 A4
9 G3
9 F3
8 B2
13 G1
6 C2
9 E2
4 B4
11 F2
9 E1
3 G4
5 E5
9 E3
8 D1
9 F2
9 F3
16 B2
16 A3
14 C1
8 C3
5 F4
1 B5
3 E4
14 B1
9 F2
8 C1
7 E1
10 A1
9 F4
1 A4
9 H2
10 A2
15 F2
11 E2
5 E5
5 E4
4 A3
8 C3
9 E4
7 E4
13 E1
6 D3
13 G1

Kentish Town Road

Kings Cross Road
Kings Road
Kingsland Road
Kingsway
Knightsbridge
Ladbroke Grove
Lambeth Palace Road
Leadenhall Street
Leather Lane
Ledbury Road
Leicester Square
Leonard Street
Lexington Street
Lillie Road
Lincolns Inn Fields
Lisle Street
Lisson Grove
Liverpool Road
Lombard Street
Long Acre
Maiden Lane
Mandeville Place
Marble Arch
Mare Street
Marsham Street
Marylebone High Street
Marylebone Road
Middlesex Street
Millbank
Monmouth Street
Moorgate
Museum Street
Neal Street
Neals Yard
Nelson Road
New Bond Street
New End
New Row
Northumberland Avenue
Notting Hill Gate
Nottingham Place
Oakley Street
Old Brompton Road
Old Castle Street
Old Compton Street
Old Street
Oxford Street
Paddington Street
Pall Mall
Park Lane
Parkway
Parliament Square
Pavilion Road
Pelham Street
Pembridge Road
Pentonville Road
Petticoat Lane
Piccadilly
Piccadilly Circus
Pont Street
Portland Place
Portobello Road
Praed Street
Prince Albert Road
Queen Victoria Street
Queens Walk
Queensway
Rathbone Place

2 D2
3 H4
14 B3
5 E4
9 H2
8 B5
6 D4
15 H1
11 E3
10 A1
6 D3
9 F4
4 D5
9 E3
13 E4
9 H2
9 F3
8 A1
4 A3
10 D3
9 F3
9 G3
8 C2
8 B3
5 H3
15 F2
8 C1
8 A1
11 E2
15 G3
9 F3
10 D2
9 G2
9 G3
9 G3
16 B2
8 D3
1 B4
9 G3
9 G4
7 E4
8 C1
14 A4
13 G3
11 F2
9 F3
4 D5
8 D3
8 C1
9 E5
8 C4
2 D3
15 G1
14 B2
13 H2
7 E4
3 H4
11 F2
9 E4
9 E4
14 B2
8 D1
6 C2
7 H2
2 B3
10 C3
10 A4
7 F3
9 E2

Red Lion Street

Regent Street
Regents Park Road
Rivington Street
Rosebery Avenue
Royal Hospital Road
Rupert Street
St Christophers Place
St Jamess Street
St Jamess Square
St John Street
St Martins Lane
St Martins Place
St Pauls Churchyard
St Thomas Street
Savile Row
Sclater Street
Seymour Street
Shaftesbury Avenue
Shelton Street
Shepherd Market
Shepherd Street
Shoreditch High Street
Shorts Gardens
Sloane Avenue
Sloane Square
Sloane Street
Soho Square
South Molton Street
Southampton Row
Southampton Street
Southwark Bridge Road
Southwark Street
Stamford Street
Stockwell Street
Strand
Sussex Gardens
Sydney Street
Tabernacle Street
Talbot Road
Thayer Street
The Cut
The Mall
Theobalds Road
Thurloe Place
Tottenham Court Road
Tower Bridge Road
Tower Hill
Trafalgar Square
Union Street
Upper Street
Vauxhall Bridge Road
Victoria Embankment
Victoria Street
Villiers Street
Walton Street
Wardour Street
Warwick Road
Waterloo Road
Wellington Street
Wentworth Street
West Cromwell Road
Westbourne Grove
Westbourne Park Road
Whitechapel High Street
Whitechapel Road
Whitehall
Whitfield Street
Wigmore Street

9 H1
9 E3
2 B2
5 E5
4 A5
14 B4
9 F3
8 C2
9 E4
9 E4
4 A4
9 F3
9 F4
10 B3
10 D5
9 E3
5 F5
8 B3
9 F3
9 G3
8 D4
8 D5
5 E5
9 G3
14 A3
14 B3
14 B2
9 F2
8 D3
9 G1
9 G3
10 C5
10 C5
10 A4
16 B2
9 G4
7 H3
13 H3
4 D5
6 D3
8 C2
10 A5
9 F5
9 G2
13 H2
9 F2
11 E5
11 F3
9 F4
10 C5
4 B1
15 E2
9 G4
15 E2
9 G4
14 A2
9 E3
13 E3
9 H4
9 G3
11 F2
12 D3
7 E3
6 D2
11 F2
11 G2
9 G5
9 E1
8 C2

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Rasa Samudra (p28)

5 Charlotte street (Map 9 E1)

Indian

Centre
Restaurants

Sardo (p29)

45 Grafton Way (Map 9 E1)

Italian

Bloomsbury
Busaba Eathai (see p222)
Thai

Ceconnis (p31)

5A Burlington Gdns (Map 9 E4)

Italian
Kaya (p33)

42 Albemarle Street
(Map 8 D4)
Korean

Holborn

Covent Garden
Belgo (p43)

50 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)

www.belgorestaurants.co.uk
Belgian
Hazuki (p31)

43 Chandos Place (Map 9 G4)

Japanese

Matsuri (p29)

71 High Holborn (Map 9 H2)

Japanese

Marylebone

Kiku (p33)

17 Half Moon St (Map 8 D4)

Japanese
M (p34)

23 Heddon Street (Map 9 E3)

North African

La Galette (p36)

56 Paddington St (Map 8 C1)

French

Nobu (p34)

19 Old Park Lane (Map 8 C5)

Japanese

The Ivy (p34)

1 West Street (Map 9 F3)
European

Golden Hind (p34)

73 Marylebone La (Map 8 C2)

British

Patara (p33)

3 & 7 Maddox St (Map 8 D3)

Thai

J Sheekey (p31)
2832 St Martins Court
(Map 9 F3)
British

Locanda Locatelli (p34)

8 Seymour Street (Map 8 B3)

Italian

Sketch (p34)

9 Conduit Street (Map 8 D3)

European

Original Tagines (p36)

7A Dorset Street (Map 8 B2)

African

Tamarind (p33)

20 Queen Street (Map 8 D4)

Indian

The Orrery (p35)

55 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
European

The Wolseley (p32)

160 Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)

European

Paul (p29)

20 Bedford Street (Map 9 G3)

Caf
Rock & Sole Plaice (p29)

47 Endell Street (Map 9 G3)

British
Rules (p30)

35 Maiden Lane (Map 9 G3)

British
Thyme (p25)

The Hospital, Endell St, WC2

(Map 9 G2)
Modern European

Fitzrovia
Eagle Bar Diner (p27)

35 Rathbone Place (Map 9 F2)

North American

Patogh (p37)

8 Crawford Place (Map 8 A2)

Middle Eastern
Phoenix Palace (p36)

35 Glentworth St (Map 8 B1)

Chinese
The Providores &
Tapa Room (p35)
109 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
International

Mayfair & St Jamess

Soho
Andrew Edmunds (p24)

46 Lexington Street (Map 9 E3)

European
Bar Italia (pp19 & 158)
22 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)
Caf

Lindsay House (p26)

21 Romily Street (Map 9 F3)

British
Mar i Terra (p24)
17 Air Street (Map 9 E3)
Spanish

Masala Zone (see p221)

Indian

Patisserie Valerie (p26)

44 Old Compton St
(Map 9 F3)
Caf

Randall & Aubin (pp17 & 158)

1416 Brewer St (Map 9 E3)
Seafood
Red Fort (p27)

77 Dean Street (Map 9 F3)

Indian
Wagamama (see p221)
Japanese

Wong Kei (p25)

413 Wardour St (Map 9 E3)

Chinese

Westminster & Pimlico

Cinnamon Club (p37)

Old Westminster Library

Great Smith Street (Map 15 F1)
Indian

Shopping
Bloomsbury

Bodeans (p24)

10 Poland Street (Map 9 E3)

North American
Busaba Eathai (see p222)
Thai

Fino (p28)

33 Charlotte Street (Map 9 E2)

Spanish

Al Sultan (p34)

512 Hertford St (Map 8 C5)

Middle Eastern

Caf Emm (p25)

17 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)
International

Hakkasan (p27)

8 Hanway Place (Map 9 F2)

Chinese

Al Waha (p43)

75 Westbourne Grove (Map 7 E3)

Middle Eastern

Donzoko (p24)
15 Kingly Street (Map 9 E3)
Japanese

Navarros (p28)

67 Charlotte Street (Map 9 E1)

Spanish

Le Caprice (p31)

Arlington Street (Map 9 E4)

European

ECapital (p25)
8 Gerrard Street (Map 9 F3)
Chinese

210

Itsu (see p221)

Japanese

Contemporary Wardrobe (p63)

The Horse Hospital
Colonnade (Map 9 G1)
Fashion
James Smith & Sons (p63)
53 New Oxford St (Map 9 G2)
Shoes & Accessories

Covent Garden

Click through to restaurant websites across London with

Agns B (p60)
Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Fashion
Any Amount of Books (p65)
56 Charing Cross Road
(Map 9 F3)
Books

www.elondon.dk.com

Centre
aQuaint (p61)
38 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Fashion

Maharishi (p60)
19a Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Fashion

Aram (p60)
110 Drury Lane (Map 9 G3)
Interiors

Marchpane (p64)
Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Books

Blackwells (p65)
100 Charing Cross Road
(Map 9 F3)
Books

Neals Yard Dairy (p62)

17 Shorts Gardens (Map 9 G3)
Food

Borders (p65)
Charing Cross Road (Map 9 F3)
Books
Burro (p60)
29 Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Fashion
Camper (p60)
Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Fashion
Coco de Mer (p61)
23 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Lingerie

Nigel Williams (p64)

Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Books
Paul Smith (pp60 & 84)
Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Fashion
PJ Hilton (p64)
Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Books
Poste Mistress (p61)
2613 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Shoes & Accessories

Fitzrovia
FCUK (p85)
396 Oxford Street (Map 9 E2)
Fashion
Topshop (p68)
Oxford Circus (Map 9 D2)
Fashion

Marylebone
Anello & Davide (p72)
2021 St Christopers Place
(Map 8 C3)
Shoes & Accessories
Calmia (p73)
524 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
Health & Beauty
Carluccios (p72)
St Christophers Pl (Map 8 C3)
Food
Daunt Books (p74)
83 Marylebone High St (8 C1)
Books

Diesel StyleLab (p60)

Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Fashion

Rays Jazz (p65)

Foyles Bookshop, Charing
Cross Road (Map 9 F3)
Music

Eatmyhandbagbitch (p64)
37 Drury Lane (Map 9 G3)
Interiors

Shipley (p65)
70 Charing Cross Rd (Map 9 F3)
Books

Forbidden Planet (p63)

179 Shaftesbury Ave (Map 9 F2)
Books

Shipley Media (p65)

80 Charing Cross Rd (Map 9 F3)
Books

Foyles (p65)
Charing Cross Road (Map 9 F3)
Books

Size? (p62)
1719 Neal Street (Map 9 G3)
Fashion

Gays the Word (p64)

66 Marchmont St (Map 3 G5)
Books

Stage Door Prints (p64)

9 Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Prints & Posters

Kiehls (p61)
29 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Health & Beauty

Storeys (p64)
3 Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Prints & Posters

Marimekko (p72)
1617 St Christophers Place
(Map 8 C3)
Interiors

Kirk Originals (p60)

29 Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Shoes & Accessories

The Tintin Shop (p60)

34 Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Prints & Posters

Mint (p73)
70 Wigmore Street (Map 8 C2)
Interiors

Koh Samui (p61)

657 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Fashion

Vertigo (p60)
22 Wellington St (Map 9 G3)
Prints & Posters

Mulberry (p72)
1112 Gees Court (Map 8 C3)
Fashion

Magma (p62)
8 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Books

The Wild Bunch (p62)

Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Florist

Osprey (p72)
St Christophers Pl (Map 8 C3)
Shoes & Accessories

La Fromagerie (p74)
24 Moxton Street (Map 8 C2)
Food
John Lewis (p79)
278306 Oxford St (Map 8 D3)
www.johnlewis.com
Department Store
Madeleine Press (p74)
90 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
Fashion
Margaret Howell (p72)
34 Wigmore Street (Map 8 C2)
Fashion

Paul Rothe (p73)

35 Marylebone Lane (Map 8 C2)
Food
Selfridges (p71)
400 Oxford Street (Map 8 C3)
Department Store
Sixty 6 (p73)
66 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
Fashion
Skandium (p74)
867 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
Interiors
Whistles (p72)
12 St Christophers Place
(Map 8 C3)
Fashion

Mayfair & St Jamess

b Store (p67)
6 Conduit Street (Map 8 D3)
Shoes & Accessories
Browns (p70)
237 South Molton Street
(Map 8 D3)
Fashion
Fenwick (p79)
63 New Bond Street (Map 8 D3)
www.fenwick.co.uk
Department Store
Fortnum & Mason (p79)
181 Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)
www.fortnumandmason.com
Department Store
Georgina Goodman (p69)
1214 Shepherd St (Map 8 D5)
Shoes & Accessories
Jigsaw (p85)
126 New Bond St (Map 8 D3)
Fashion
Karen Millen (p85)
2624 Regent St (Map 8 D3)
Fashion
N Peal (p70)
37 & 71 Burlington Arcade
(Map 9 E4)
Fashion
Oki-ni (p68)
25 Savile Row (Map 9 E3)
Fashion

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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Centre
Shopping continued
Poste (p70)
10 South Molton St (Map 8 D3)
Shoes & Accessories
Prestat (p75)
14 Princes Arcade (Map 9 E4)
Food
REN (p69)
19 Shepherd Market (Map 8 D4)
Health & Beauty
Stella McCartney (p70)
30 Bruton Street (Map 8 D4)
Fashion

Soho
Agent Provocateur (p67)
6 Broadwick Street (Map 9 E3)
Lingerie
The Dispensary (p68)
Newburgh Street (Map 9 E3)
Fashion
Gerrys (p66)
74 Old Compton St (Map 9 F3)
Wines & Spirits
Jess James (p68)
Newburgh Street (Map 9 E3)
Shoes & Accessories
Kokon To-Zai (p66)
57 Greek Street (Map 9 F3)
Fashion
Liberty (p68)
21020 Regent Street
(Map 8 D3)
Department Store
Marks & Spencer (p85)
458 Oxford Street (Map 9 E2)
Department Store
Phonica (p67)
51 Poland Street (Map 9 E3)
Music
RedDot (p68)
Newburgh Street (Map 9 E3)
Fashion
Scent Systems (p68)
Newburgh Street (Map 9 E3)
Health & Beauty

212

The World According To (p66)

4 Brewer Street (Map 9 E3)
Fashion

Sir John Soanes Museum (p97)

13 Lincolns Inn Fields
(Map 9 H2)

Vintage (p66)
3943 Brewer St (Map 9 E3)
Prints & Posters

Temple Church (p98)

Inner Temple, Fleet St
(Map 10 A3)

Art & Architecture

Marylebone

Bloomsbury

Lisson (p110)
524 Bell St (Map 8 A1)
Art Gallery

British Museum (p13)

Great Russell Street (Map 9 F2)
Gagosian (p110)
www.gagosian.com
624 Britannia St (Map 3 G4)
Art Gallery

Westminster Abbey (p96)

Broad Sanctuary (Map 15 F1)

Performance
Bloomsbury
The Place (p122)
17 Dukes Road (Map 3 F5)
Dance Venue
Scala (p126)
275 Pentonville Rd (Map 3 H4)
Music Venue

The Wallace Collection (p101)

Manchester Square (Map 8 C2)
Museum

Covent Garden

Mayfair & St Jamess

12 Bar Club (p119)

223 Denmark St (Map 9 F2)
Music Venue

Great Court & Reading Room,

British Museum (p98)
Great Russell Street (Map 9 F2)
Modern Architecture

Gagosian (p110)
www.gagosian.com
8 Heddon Street (Map 9 E3)
Art Gallery

Arts Theatre (p119)

Great Newport St (Map 9 F3)
Theatre

Covent Garden

Sackler Wing, RA (p100)

Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)
Art Gallery

Donmar Warehouse (p118)

41 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Theatre

Sadie Coles HQ (p110)

35 Heddon Street (Map 9 E3)
Art Gallery

ENO @ The Coliseum (p119)

St Martins Lane (Map 9 G4)
Concert Hall

St Jamess Piccadilly (p100)

197 Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)

Royal Opera House (p118)

Bow Street (Map 9 G3)
Concert Hall

National Gallery
(See Sainsbury Wing)
National Portrait Gallery (p96)
St Martins Place (Map 9 F4)
Photographers Gallery (p95)
5 & 8 Great Newport Street
(Map 9 F3)
Art Gallery
Sainsbury Wing,
National Gallery (p95)
Trafalgar Square (Map 9 F4)
Museum
Somerset House (p94)
Strand (Map 9 H3)
Museum
Theatre Museum (p95)
Russell Street (Map 9 G3)

Fitzrovia
RIBA (p97)
66 Portland Place (Map 8 D1)
Modern Architecture

Holborn

Stephen Friedman (p110)

Old Burlington St (Map 9 E4)
Art Gallery

Marylebone

Westminster & Pimlico

Wigmore Hall (p122)

36 Wigmore Street (Map 8 C2)
Concert Hall

Banqueting House (p99)

Whitehall (Map 9 G5)
Historic Building

Soho

Buckingham Palace (p96)

Buckingham Gate (Map 14 D1)
Historic Building
ICA (p96)
The Mall (Map 9 F5)
Queens Gallery (p96)
Buckingham Palace Road
(Map 14 D1)
Museum

Borderline (p119)
Orange Yard, Manette St (9 F3)
Music Venue
Comedy Store (p121)
1a Oxendon Street (Map 9 F4)
Comedy Club
Curzon Soho (p120)
99 Shaftesbury Ave (Map 9 F3)
Cinema

Dr Johnsons House (p98)

17 Gough Square (Map 10 A2)

St Margarets Church (p99)

Sanctuary (Map 15 G1)

Mean Fiddler (p120)

168 Charing Cross Rd (Map 9 F3)
Music Venue

St Brides (p100)
Fleet Street (Map 10 A3)
www.stbrides.com

Tate Britain (p99)

Millbank (Map 15 G3)
Museum

Prince Charles Cinema (p121)

7 Leicester Place (Map 9 F3)
Cinema

www.elondon.dk.com

Centre West
Ronnie Scotts (p121)
47 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)
Music Venue

Escape Bar (p158)

10a Brewer Street (Map 9 E3)
Bar

Soho Theatre (p120)

21 Dean Street (Map 9 F3)

French House (p139)

49 Dean Street (Map 9 F3)
Pub

Westminster & Pimlico

St Johns Smith Square (p122)
Smith Square (Map 15 G2)
Concert Hall

Pubs, Bars & Clubs

Bloomsbury
Lamb (p141)
94 Lambs Conduit St (9 H1)
Pub

G-A-Y (p158)
30 Old Compton St (Map 9 F3)
Bar/Club
Madame Jo-Jos (p138)
810 Brewer Street (Map 9 E3)
Club
Pillars of Hercules (p144)
7 Greek Street (Map 9 F3)
Pub

Covent Garden

The Player (p139)

8 Broadwick Street (Map 9 E3)
Bar

The American Bar (p137)

Savoy Hotel, Strand (Map 9 G4)
Bar

Fitzrovia

The End (p141)

18 West Central St (Map 9 G2)
Bar
Gordons Wine Bar (p136)
47 Villiers Street (Map 9 G4)
Bar
Heaven (p136)
Villiers Street (Map 9 G4)
Club

Fitzroy Tavern (p144)

16 Charlotte Street (Map 9 E2)
Pub
Jerusalem (p139)
334 Rathbone Pl (Map 9 E2)
Bar
Market Place (p140)
11 Market Place (Map 9 E2)
Bar

Lamb & Flag (p137)

33 Rose Street (Map 9 G3)
Pub

Mash (p140)
1921 Great Portland Street
(Map 8 D2)
Bar

Lobby Bar (p136)

1 Aldwych (Map 9 H3)
Bar

The Social (p140)

5 Little Portland St (Map 8 D2)
Bar

Soho

Mayfair & St Jamess

Atlantic Bar & Grill (p137)

20 Glasshouse St (Map 9 E4)
Bar

Zeta Bar (p140)

Mayfair Hilton Hotel,
35 Hertford Street
(Map 8 C5)
Bar

Bar Rumba (p138)

36 Shaftesbury Ave (Map 9 F3)
Bar
Coach & Horses (p144)
29 Greek Street (Map 9 F3)
Pub
The Endurance (p138)
90 Berwick Street (Map 9 E3)
Pub

Havens: Parks &

Gardens
Covent Garden
Victoria Embankment
Gardens (p168)
Victoria Embankment &
Villiers Street (Map 9 G4)

Holborn

Westminster & Pimlico

Temple (p168)
Off Fleet Street (Map 10 A3)

City Inn
Westminster (p184)

30 John Islip Street (Map 15 F3)

Havens: Spas &

Treatments

Dover Hotel (p183)

424 Belgrave Rd (Map 15 E3)

Mayfair & St Jamess

West

Elemis Day Spa (p169)

23 Lancashire Ct
(Map 8 D3)

Restaurants

Farmacia (p168)
Selfridges, 4th Floor,
400 Oxford Street
(Map 8 c3)

Bayswater & Paddington

Magic Wok (p43)
61 Queensway (Map 7 F3)
Chinese

Hotels

Maroush Gardens (p36)

13 Connaught St (Map 8 A3)

Middle Eastern

Bloomsbury
Crescent Hotel (p181)
4950 Cartwright
Gardens (Map 3 F5)

Generator (p181)
Compton Place (Map 3 G5)

Satay House (p43)

13 Sale Place (Map 7 H2)
Malaysian

Covent Garden Hotel

(p180)
10 Monm0uth St (Map 9 F3)

Durrants (p182)
George Street (Map 8 B2)

Dining Room (p40)

114 Lots Road (Map 13 G5)
Gastropub

Tom Aikens (p39)

43 Elystan Street (Map 14 A3)

European

Tendido Cero (p40)

174 Old Brompton Rd
(Map 13 G3)
Spanish

Mayfair & St Jamess

The Metropolitan (p182)
Old Park Lane (Map 8 C5)

Soho
Hazlitts (p181)
6 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)

Gordon Ramsay (p34)

689 Royal Hospital Road

(Map 14 B4)
European

The Painted Heron (p40)

112 Cheyne Walk (Map 13 H5)

Indian

Marylebone
Dorset Square (p183)
39 Dorset Square
(Map 8 B1)

Chutney Mary (p40)

535 Kings Rd (Map 13 G5)

Indian

Lots Road Pub &

Fitzrovia
Charlotte Street Hotel
(p181)
15 Charlotte Street
(Map 9 E2)

Chelsea & Fulham

Covent Garden

One Aldwych (p180)

1 Aldwych (Map 9 H3)

Hammersmith
The Gate (p41)
51 Queen Charlotte Street
(Map 12 A3)
Vegetarian

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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West

S&M Caf (p42)

268 Portobello Rd (Map 6 D3)

Caf

Restaurants continued
The River Caf (p41)

Rainville Road (Map 12 A5)

Italian

The Westbourne (p160)

101 Westbourne Pk Villas (7 E2)

Gastropub

Shopping

Kensington & Earls Court

Chelsea & Fulham

Orangery (p170)

Kensington Gardens (Map 7 F5)

Caf

Antiquarius (p80)
13141 Kings Rd (Map 14 A4)
Vintage Furniture

Knightsbridge &
Belgravia

The Conran Shop (p78)

81 Fulham Road (Map 14 A2)
Interiors

Foliage (p37)

Mandarin Oriental,
66 Knightsbridge (Map 8 B5)
European

Designers Guild (p80)

267 & 277 Kings Rd (Map 14 A4)
Interiors

Hunan (p38)

51 Pimlico Road (Map 14 C3)

Chinese

Jimmy Choo (p77)

169 Draycott Ave (Map 14 A3)
Shoes & Accessories

Noura (p38)

16 Hobart Place (Map 14 D1)

Middle Eastern

Joseph (p77)
77 Fulham Road (Map 13 H3)
Fashion

Racine (p39)

239 Brompton Rd (Map 14 A2)

French

Kate Kuba (p79)

22 Duke of York Square (14 B3)
Shoes & Accessories

Zafferano (p39)

15 Lowndes Street (Map 14 B1)

Italian

K0rres (p79)
124 Kings Road (Map 14 A3)
Health & Beauty

Zuma (p38)

5 Raphael Street (Map 14 A1)

Japanese

Oliver Sweeney (p79)

29 Kings Road (Map 14 B3)
Shoes & Accessories

Notting Hill &

Westbourne Park

Knightsbridge &
Belgravia

E&O (p42)

14 Blenheim Cres (Map 6 C3)

Oriental

Anya Hindmarch (p76)

1517 Pont Street (Map 14 B2)
Shoes & Accessories

Lisboa Patisserie (p42)

57 Golborne Road (Map 6 C2)

Caf

The Chocolate Society (p76)

36 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
Food

Lonsdale (p143)
448 Lonsdale Road
(Map 6 D3)
Gastropub

Erickson Beamon (p76)

38 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
Shoes & Accessories

Rosas (p160)
69 Westbourne Park Road
(Map 7 E2)
European

214

Harrods (p79)
87135 Brompton Road
(Map 14 B1)
www.harrods.com
Department Store

Harvey Nichols (p79)

10925 Knightsbridge (14 B1)
www.harveynichols.com
Department Store
Jo Malone (p75)
150 Sloane Street (Map 14 B2)
Health & Beauty
Lulu Guinness (p77)
3 Ellis Street (Map 14 B2)
Shoes & Accessories
Maria Grachvogel (p75)
162 Sloane Street (Map 14 B2)
Fashion
Neisha Crosland (p77)
8 Elystan Street (Map 14 A3)
Interiors
Patrick Cox (p75)
129 Sloane Street (Map 14 B2)
Shoes & Accessories
Philip Treacy (p76)
69 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
Shoes & Accessories
Poilane (p76)
46 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
Food
Les Senteurs (p76)
71 Elizabeth Street (Map 14 C2)
Health & Beauty
Tracey Boyd (p76)
42 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
Fashion
Woodhams (p76)
45 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
Florist

Notting Hill &

Westbourne Park

The Cross (p85)

141 Portland Road (Map 6 C4)
Fashion
Duchamp (p82)
75 Ledbury Road (Map 6 D3)
Fashion
Graham & Green (pp85 & 90)
4 & 10 Elgin Crescent
(Map 6 C3)
Interiors
Honest Jons (p83)
278 Portobello Rd
(Map 6 D3)
Music
Intoxica! (p83)
231 Portobello Rd (Map 6 D3)
Music
J&M Davidson (p81)
42 Ledbury Road (Map 6 D3)
Fashion
JW Beeton (p82)
4850 Ledbury Rd (Map 6 D3)
Fashion
Marilyn Moore (p84)
7 Elgin Crescent (Map 6 C3)
Fashion
Miller Harris (p81)
14 Needham Road (Map 7 E3)
Health & Beauty
Paul Smith (pp60 & 84)
120 & 122 Kensington Park
Road (Map 6 D4)
Fashion
Portobello Market (p159)
Map 6 D3
Market

202 (p80)
202 Westbourne Gro (Map 7 F3)
Fashion

Preen (p83)
Unit 5 Portobello Green
(Map 6 C2)
Fashion

Bill Amberg (p81)

10 Chepstow Road (Map 7 E2)
Shoes & Accessories

Rellik (p85)
8 Golborne Road (Map 6 C1)
Fashion

Blenheim Books (p159)

11 Blenheim Cres (Map 6 C3)
Books

Rough Trade (p81)

130 Talbot Road
(Map 6 D3)
Music

Coco Ribbon (p84)

21 Kensington Park Road
(Map 6 C3)
Fashion

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61a Ledbury Rd (Map 6 D3)
Books

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West City & East

Space.NK (p80)
12731 Westbourne Gr (7 F3)
Health & Beauty
Tonic (p82)
276 Portobello Road (6 C2)
Fashion
Travel Bookshop (p159)
1315 Blenheim Cres (6 C3)
Books
Willma (p84)
339 Portobello Rd (Map 6 C2)
Shoes & Accessories

Notting Hill &

Westbourne Park
Electric Cinema (p123)
191 Portobello Rd (Map 6 D3)

Shepherds Bush
Shepherds Bush Empire (p123)
Shepherds Bush Green
(Map 6 A5)
Music Venue

Bar
Lonsdale (p143)
448 Lonsdale Rd (Map 6 D3)
Bar
Notting Hill Arts Club (p144)
21 Notting Hill Gate (Map 7 E4)
Club
Trailer H (p143)
177 Portobello Rd (Map 6 C2)
Bar

Pubs, Bars & Clubs

Art & Architecture

Bayswater & Paddington

Chelsea & Fulham

Kensington

Cherry Jam (p141)

58 Porchester Road (Map 7 F2)
Bar

Chelsea Physic Garden (p171)

Swan Walk (Map 14 B4)

Brompton Oratory (p101)

Brompton Road (Map 14 A2)
Church
Kensington Palace (p96)
Palace Avenue (Map 7 F5)
Leighton House Museum (p103)
12 Holland Park Rd (Map 12 D1)
Linley Sambourne House (p102)
18 Stafford Terrace (Map 13 E1)
Historic Building
Natural History Museum (p102)
Exhibition Road (Map 13 H2)
Science Museum (p102)
Exhibition Road (Map 13 H2)
Serpentine Gallery (p101)
Kensington Gdns (Map 7 H5)
Art Gallery

Chelsea & Fulham

Apartment 195 (p142)
195 Kings Road (Map 14 A4)
Bar

Hammersmith
Blue Anchor (p154)
13 Lower Mall (1 Hammersmith)
Pub

Bayswater & Paddington

Porchester Spa (p170)
Queensway (Map 7 F3)

Townhouse (p142)
31 Beauchamp Pl (Map 14 A1)
Bar

Hammersmith

Notting Hill &

Westbourne Park
Golborne Grove (p143)
36 Golborne Road (Map 6 C1)

Bayswater & Paddington

Flneur Food Hall (p45)

41 Farringdon Rd (Map 10 A1)

European
Moro (p44)

346 Exmouth Mkt (Map 4 A5)

Spanish/North African

Blakes (p185)

33 Roland Gdns (Map 13 G3)

Five Sumner Place (p184)
5 Sumner Place (Map 13 H3)

Kensington
Abbey House (p186)

11 Vicarage Gate (Map 7 E5)

Mayflower (p184)

268 Trebovir Rd (Map 13 E3)

Knightsbridge &
Belgravia
The Franklin (p184)

28 Egerton Gdns (Map 14 A2)

Topham Belgravia (p183)

Clerkenwell
Fish Central (p45)

14951 Central St (Map 4 C5)

British

Chelsea & Fulham

606 Club (p123)

90 Lots Road (Map 13 G5)
Music Venue

Club Gascon (p47)

57 West Smithfield (Map 10 B2)

French

Sutton Arms (p45)

6 Carthusian St (Map 10 B1)

Gastropub

Windsor Castle (p144)

114 Campden Hill Rd (Map 7 E5)
Pub

Nags Head (p141)

53 Kinnerton St (Map 14 B1)
Pub

Riverside Studios (p124)

Crisp Road (Map 12 A4)
Arts Centre

Havens: Spas &

Treatments

Kensington

Performance
Chelsea & Fulham

Holland Park (p170)

Map 6 D5

The Colonnade (p185)

2 Warrington Cres (Map 7 F1)

Blue Bar, Berkeley Hotel (p142)

Wilton Place (Map 14 B1)
Bar

City & East

Smiths of Smithfield /
(p45)
6777 Charterhouse St
(Map 10 B2)
European

Kensington

Hotels

V&A (p102)
Exhibition Road (Map 13 H2)
Museum

The Portobello (p186)

22 Stanley Gardens (Map 6 D3)

The City

The Dove (p154)

19 Upper Mall (1 Hammersmith)
Pub

Knightsbridge &
Belgravia

Millers Residence (p186)

111a Westbourne Gr (Map 7 E3)

Restaurants

Havens: Parks &

Gardens

Brompton Cemetery (p105)

Lillie Road (Map 13 E4)

Notting Hill &

Westbourne Park

St John (p46)

26 St John Street (Map 4 B5)

British
Strada (p43)

810 Exmouth Market,

www.strada.co.uk (Map 4 A5)
Italian

Hackney
Green Papaya (p48)
191 Mare Street (Map 5 H1)
Vietnamese

Shoreditch & Hoxton

Cantaloupe (p47)

35 Charlotte Road (Map 5 E5)

Mediterranean

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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Restaurants continued
Fifteen (p34)

15 Westland Place (Map 4 C4)

European
Great Eastern
Dining Room (p48)

54 Great Eastern St (Map 5 E5)

Oriental

Hoxton Boutique (p86)

2 Hoxton Street (Map 5 E5)
Fashion

Vilma Gold (p15)

25b Vyner Street (Map 5 H3)
Art Gallery

Lara Bohinc 107 (p86)

51 Hoxton Square (Map 5 E5)
Shoes & Accessories

Wilkinson Gallery (p110)

242 Cambridge Heath Road
Art Gallery

Smallfish Records (p87)

329 Old Street (Map 11 F1)
Music

The City

Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

St Bartholomew
the Great (p103)
West Smithfield (Map 10 B2)
St Mary-le-Bow (p100)
Cheapside (Map 10 C3)

The Real Greek (p48)

14 Hoxton Market (Map 5 E5)

Greek

A Gold (p87)
42 Brushfield St (Map 11 E1)
Food

Rivington Bar and Grill (p162)

2830 Rivington St (Map 5 E5)
European

Artcadia (p87)
108 Commercial St (Map 11 F1)
Prints & Posters

St Stephen Walbrook (p100)

Walbrook (Map 10 D3)

Viet Hoa (p48)

7072 Kingsland Rd (Map 5 E4)

Vietnamese

Brick Lane Market (p160)

Map 5 F5

Tower of London (p96)

Tower Hill (Map 11 F4)

Cheshire Street Market (p88)

Map 11 F1

Clerkenwell

Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Arkansas Caf (p161)

Spitalfields Market (Map 11 F1)

North American
Beigel Bake (p19)
159 Brick Lane (Map 5 F5)
Caf

Caf Spice Namaste (p46)

16 Prescot Street (Map 11 F3)
Indian
Market Coffee House (p161)
Brushfield Street (Map 11 E1)
Caf

Labour and Wait (p88)

18 Cheshire Street (Map 5 F5)
Vintage Furniture
Rokit (p88)
101 & 107 Brick Lane (Map 11 F1)
Fashion
Spitalfields Market (p161)
Map 11 F1
Story (p87)
4 Wilkes Street (Map 11 F1)
Interiors

Shopping

Tatty Devine (p88)

236 Brick Lane (Map 11 F1)
Shoes & Accessories

Clerkenwell

Art & Architecture

Saloon (p86)
23 Arlington Way
(Map 4 A4)
Fashion

Bethnal Green

Shoreditch & Hoxton

ARTWORDS (p162)
65 Rivington Street (Map 5 E5)
www.artwords.co.uk
Books
Columbia Road Market (p161)
Map 5 F4

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St Pauls Cathedral (p100)

www.stpauls.co.uk (Map 10 B3)

Museum in Docklands (p106)

West India Quay, www.museum
indocklands.org.uk ( West
India Quay / 1 Canary Wharf)

Performance
The City
Barbican (p124)
Silk Street (Map 10 C1)
Arts Centre

Hackney
Hackney Empire (p125)
Mare Street (Map 5 H1)
Theatre
Ocean (p125)
270 Mare Street (Map 5 H1)
Music Venue

Shoreditch & Hoxton

Comedy Caf (p125)
668 Rivington St (Map 5 E5)

Museum of the Order of

St John (p104)
St Johns Gate (Map 10 B1)

Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

Shoreditch & Hoxton

The Spitz (p124)

Old Spitalfields Market
(Map 11 F1)
Music Venue

The Agency (p110)

Charlotte Road (Map 5 E5)
Art Gallery
Geffrye Museum (p105)
Kingsland Road (Map 5 E4)
White Cube (p110)
Hoxton Square (Map 5 E5)
Art Gallery

Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Dennis Severs House (p104)
18 Folgate Street (Map 11 E1)
Historic Building

Pubs, Bars & Clubs

The City
Black Friar (p144)
174 Queen Victoria Street
(Map 10 B3)
Pub
Vertigo (p145)
Level 42, Tower 42,
25 Old Broad St (Map 10 D2)
Bar

Clerkenwell

The Approach (p110)

Approach Rd (1 Bethnal Green)
Art Gallery

19 Princelet Street (p103)

Spitalfields (Map 11 F1)
Historic Building

Caf Kick (p145)

43 Exmouth Market (Map 4 A5)
Bar

Chisenhale (p110)
Chisenhale Rd (1 Bethnal Gr)
Art Gallery

Whitechapel Gallery (p104 )

80 Whitechapel High St (11 F2)

Fabric (p145)
77a Charterhouse St
(Map 10 B1)
Club

Matts Gallery (p110)

424 Copperfield Road
(1 Mile End)
Art Gallery

Wapping & Docklands

Wapping Project Space (p105)
Wapping Wall (1 Wapping)
Art Gallery

Fluid (p146)
40 Charterhouse St (Map 10 B1)
Bar

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Jerusalem Tavern (p146)
55 Britton Street (Map 10 B1)
Pub

Golden Hart (p149)

110 Commercial St (Map 11 F1)
Pub

Turnmills (p146)
63a Clerkenwell Rd (Map 10 B1)
Club

Pride of Spitalfields (p148)

3 Heneage Street (Map 11 F1)
Pub

Hackney

Vibe Bar (p148)

Old Truman Brewery,
915 Brick Lane (Map 11 F1)
Bar

Royal Inn on the Park (p153)

Grove Road (1 Bethnal Green)
Pub

Shoreditch & Hoxton

333/Mother (p147)
333 Old Street (Map 5 E5)
Club
Bar Kick (p162)
127 Shoreditch High Street
(Map 5 E5)
Bar
The Bricklayers Arms (p162)
63 Charlotte Road (Map 5 E5)
Pub
Cargo (p146)
83 Rivington Street (Map 5 E5)
Bar/Club
Elbow Room (p162)
97113 Curtain Rd (Map 5 E5)
Bar
Herbal (p147)
1014 Kingsland Rd (Map 5 E4)
Club
Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen
(p147)
24 Hoxton Square (Map 5 E5)
Bar
Loungelover (p149)
1 Whitby Street (Map 5 F5)
Bar
Pool (p161)
1048 Curtain Road (Map 5 E5)
Bar
Zigfrid (p162)
11 Hoxton Square (Map 5 E5)
Bar

Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
93 Feet East (p148)
150 Brick Lane (Map 11 F1)
Club

Hampstead
Giraffe (see p221)
International

The Wells (p51)

/
30 Well Walk (Map 1 B4)
Gastropub

Islington
The Drapers Arms (p49)

44 Barnsbury St (Map 4 A2)

Gastropub

Wapping & Docklands

The Grapes (p149)
76 Narrow Street (1 Wapping)
Pub

Gallipoli (p49)

102 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)

Turkish

Prospect of Whitby (p149)

57 Wapping Wall (1 Wapping)
Pub

The House (p49)

639 Canonbury Rd (Map 4 B1)

Gastropub

Hotels

Masala Zone (see p221)

The City

Kilburn

Great Eastern (p187)

Liverpool Street (Map 11 E2)

Kovolam (p52)

12 Willesden Lane (1 Kilburn)

Indian

Clerkenwell
Malmaison (p187)

Charterhouse Sq (Map 10 B1)

The Rookery (p188)

Peters Lane, Cowcross Street

(Map 10 B1)
The Zetter (p188)

86 Clerkenwell Rd (Map 10 B1)

Origin (p90)
Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
Interiors
Rock Archive (p90)
110 Islington High St (Map 4 A3)
Prints & Posters
Scorah Pattullo (p89)
137 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
Fashion

Primrose Hill

Manna (p51)

4 Erskine Road (Map 2 B2)

Vegetarian

Shopping
Islington
After Noah (p89)
121 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
Vintage Furniture

Lock Tavern (p152)

35 Chalk Farm Rd (Map 2 D2)

Gastropub

Annies Vintage Clothes (p90)

Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
Fashion

Mango Room (p51)

10 Kentish Town Rd (Map 2 D1)

Caribbean

Aria (p89)
2956 & 133 Upper Street
(Map 4 B2)
Interiors

El Parador (p50)

245 Eversholt St (Map 3 E4)

Spanish

Labour of Love (p89)

193 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
Fashion

The Lansdowne (p51)

90 Gloucester Ave (Map 2 C2)

Gastropub

Restaurants

Judith Lasalle (p90)

Pierrepont Arcade
Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
Vintage Furniture

twentytwentyone (p89)
274 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
Interiors

North

Caf Corfu (p50)

7 Pratt Street (Map 3 E2)
Greek

Comfort & Joy (p88)

109 Essex Road (Map 4 B3)
Fashion

Primrose Hill

Odettes (p50)

130 Regents Park Rd (Map 2 B2)

European

Camden

Caroline Carriers (p90)

Pierrepont Arcade
Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
Interiors

Camden Lock Market (p163)

Map 2 D2

Anna (p90)
126 Regents Park Rd (Map 2 B2)
Fashion
Graham & Green (pp85 & 90)
164 Regents Park Rd (Map 2 B2)
Interiors
Primrose Hill Books (p90)
Regents Park Road (Map 2 B2)
Books
Rachel Skinner (p90)
13 Princess Road (Map 2 B2)
Shoes & Accessories
Studio Perfumery (p90)
170 Regents Park Rd (Map 2 B2)
Health & Beauty

Art & Architecture

Hampstead
Camden Arts Centre (p106)
Arkwright Rd
(1 Finchley Rd)
Art Gallery

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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Camden
Fenton House (p107)
Windmill Hill (Map 1 A4)
Historic Building
Freud Museum (p108)
20 Maresfield Gardens
(1 Finchley Road)
Keats House (p108)
Keats Grove
(Map 1 C5)
Museum
Kenwood House (p108)
Hampstead Heath
(Map 1 C1)
Museum
2 Willow Road (p107)
Hampstead (Map 1 c4)
Modern Architecture

Highgate
Highgate Cemetery (p105)
Swains Lane (1 Highgate)
http://highgate-cemetery.org
Cemetery

Islington
Estorick Collection (p106)
39 Canonbury Sq (Map 4 B1)
Museum

Jongleurs (p128)
Chalk Farm Road
(Map 2 D2)
Comedy Club

Hampstead
Everyman (p128)
5 Holly Bush Vale (Map 1 A5)
Cinema

Islington
Almeida (p126)
Almeida Street (Map 4 B2)
Theatre
Kings Head Theatre Bar (p127)
115 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
Theatre
Sadlers Wells (p126)
Rosebery Avenue (Map 4 A4)
Dance Venue
Union Chapel (p127)
Compton Avenue (Map 4 B1)
Music Venue

Islington

Battersea

Crown Islington (p151)

116 Cloudesley Rd
(Map 4 A3)
Pub

Ransomes Dock (p55)

Parkgate Road
(1 Clapham Common)
Modern European

Embassy Bar (p150)

119 Essex Road
(Map 4 B2)
Bar

Clapham

Island Queen (p151)

87 Noel Road (Map 4 B3)
Pub

Tricycle (p129)
269 Kilburn High Rd (1 Kilburn)
Arts Centre

Pubs, Bars & Clubs

Jazz Caf (p127)

5 Parkway (Map 2 D3)
Music Venue

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Camden

Masters Super Fish (p53)

191 Waterloo Road (Map 10 A5)

British

Hotels

Kensal Green Cemetery (p105)

(1 Kensal Green)
www.kensalgreen.co.uk
Cemetery

Camden

Livebait (p53)

415 The Cut (Map 10 A5)

British

Highgate Woods (p173)

(1 Highgate)

La Gaffe (p188)
10711 Heath Street
(Map 1 A4)

Performance

South Bank

Hampstead Heath (p172)

Hampstead (Map 1 C2)

Hampstead Theatre (p128)

Eton Avenue (1 Swiss Cottage)

Abney Park Cemetery (p173)

Stoke Newington Church Street
( Stoke Newington or 73 bus)

Putney Bridge (p55)

2 Lwr Richmond Rd (1 Putney)

French

Hampstead

Kensal Green

Stoke Newington

Putney

Havens: Parks &

Gardens

Hampstead

Lords (p107)
Wellington Road
(1 St Johns Wood)
Modern Architecture

Tsunami (p54)

5 Voltaire Rd (1 Clapham North)

Japanese

Medicine Bar (p150)

181 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
Bar

Swiss Cottage

St Johns Wood

Le Petit Max (p55)

Riverside Plaza, Chatfield Road

( Clapham Junction)
French

Highgate

Kilburn

Mesn Don Felipe (p53)

53 The Cut (Map 10 A5)
Spanish

Oxo Tower Restaurant,

Bar & Brasserie (p54)

Barge House St (Map 10 A4)

European

South

Tas (p53)
33 The Cut (Map 10 A5)
Turkish

Restaurants

Mac Bar (p152)

102 Camden Road (Map 3 E2)
Bar

Blueprint Caf (p52)

Shad Thames
(Map 11 F5)
European

Cantina Vinopolis (p163)

1 Bank End (Map 10 C4)
European

Hampstead

Lock Tavern (p152)

35 Chalk Farm Rd (Map 2 D2)
Bar

Pineapple (p151)
51 Leverton Street (1 Camden)
Pub

Borough

Wandsworth
Chez Bruce (p55)
2 Bellevue Rd
(1 Wandsworth)
Modern European

Freemasons Arms (p153)

32 Downshire Hill (Map 1 C5)
Pub

Champor-Champor (p52)
62 Weston Street (Map 10 D5)
Malaysian

Spaniards Inn (p153)

Spaniards Road (Map 1 B2)
Pub

Fish! (p163)

Cathedral Street (Map 10 D4)

Seafood

Connect up with other parts of town via

Shopping
Borough
Borough Market (p163)
Map 10 D4

Clapham
Northcote Road Market (p165)
Clapham Junction

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South Bank

Hampton Court

Pubs, Bars & Clubs

Greenwich & Deptford

Calder Bookshop (p91)

51 The Cut (Map 10 A5)
Books

Hampton Court Palace (p96)

Hampton Court

Borough

Nunhead

Anchor Bankside (p152)

34 Park Street (Map 10 C4)
Pub

Greenwich Union (p155)

56 Royal Hill (Map 16 B3)
Pub

Grammex (p91)
25 Lower Marsh (Map 10 A5)
Music
Oxo Tower Wharf (p91)
Barge House St (Map 10 A4)
Interiors/Fashion
Radio Days (p91)
87 Lower Marsh (Map 10 A5)
Fashion
What the Butler Wore (p91)
131 Lower Marsh (Map 10 A5)
Fashion

Nunhead Cemetery (p105)

Linden Grove ( Nunhead)

South Bank
Hayward Gallery (p109)
South Bank Centre (Map 9 H4)
Art Gallery

George Inn (p163)

77 Borough High St (Map 10 D5)
Pub

Saatchi Gallery (p109)

County Hall (Map 9 H5)
Art Gallery

Globe Tavern (p163)

Bedale Street (Map 10 D4)
Pub

Performance

Market Porter (p163)

9 Stoney Street (Map 10 C4)
Pub

Art & Architecture

Battersea

Borough

BAC (Battersea
Arts Centre) (p131)
Lavender Hill
( Clapham Junction)

Design Museum (p110)

28 Shad Thames (Map 11 F5)
Art Gallery
Jerwood Space (p109)
171 Union Street (Map 10 B5)
Art Gallery

Borough
Shakespeares Globe (p130)
Bankside (Map 10 C4)
Theatre

Old Operating Theatre (p110)

9a St Thomass St (Map 10 D5)
Museum

Brixton

Tate Modern (p111)

Bankside (Map 10 B4)

Ritzy (p131)
Brixton Oval
(1 Brixton)
Cinema

Camberwell

Founders Arms (p154)

Bankside (Map 10 B4)
Pub

Greenwich & Deptford

Royal Oak (p163)

44 Tabard Street (1 Borough)
Pub

Brixton
Bug Bar & Lounge (p154)
St Matthews Church
(1 Brixton)
Bar
Dogstar (p154)
389 Coldharbour Lane
(1 Brixton)
Club

Vauxhall Tavern (p153)

372 Kennington La (Map 15 H4)
Club

Richmond
White Cross (p154)
Water Lane ( 1 Richmond)
Pub

Havens: Parks &

Gardens
Greenwich & Deptford
Greenwich Park (p174)
Greenwich (Map 16 C3)

Kew
Kew Gardens (p175)
Kew ( 1 Kew)

London Bridge Hotel

(p189)
818 London Bridge Street
(Map 10 D5)

Substation South (p165)

Trinity Road (1 Brixton)
Club

Dulwich

South Bank

Clapham

Dulwich Picture Gallery (p112)

Gallery Road ( Dulwich)

NFT (p130)
South Bank (Map 9 H4)

Eltham

Old Vic (p130)

The Cut (Map 10 A5)
Theatre

Bread & Roses (p155)

68 Clapham Manor Street
(1 Clapham North)
Pub

Queens House (p112)

Greenwich Park (Map 16 C2)
Historic Building

Ministry of Sound (p153)

103 Gaunt Street
(1 Elephant & Castle)
Club

Hotels

Laban (p130)
Creekside (Map 16 A3)
Dance Venue

Greenwich & Deptford

Kennington

Fridge/Fridge Bar (p153)

1 Town Hall Parade (1 Brixton)
Club

South London Gallery (p110)

65 Peckham Rd (1 Elephant &
Castle, then 171 bus)
Art Gallery

Eltham Palace (p113)

Court Yard ( Eltham)
Historic Building

Trafalgar Tavern (p155)

Park Row (Map 16 C1)
Pub

National Theatre (p129)

South Bank (Map 9 H4)

Prince of Wales (p155)

38 Old Town (1 Clapham
Common)
Pub

South Bank Centre (p129)

Belvedere Rd/South Bank
(Map 9 H4)
Concert Halls

Windmill (p153)
Clapham Common
(1 Clapham South)
Pub

Borough

Mercure London City

Bankside (p189)
719 Southwark St (Map 10 B4)

Deptford & Greenwich

Hamilton House (p189)

14 West Grove (Map 16 C4)

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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St John (p46)
26 St John Street
(Map 4 B5)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Restaurants
Recommended places to eat,
including cafs and pubs

Cafs

Belgian
Belgo (p43)

50 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)

www.belgorestaurants.co.uk
Centre/Covent Garden

Arkansas Caf (p161)

Spitalfields Market (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields

British

Bar Italia (pp19 & 158)

22 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Fish! (p163)
Cathedral Street (Map 10 D4)
South/Borough

Beigel Bake (p19)

159 Brick Lane (Map 5 F5)
City & East/Spitalfields

Fish Central (p45)

149151 Central Street
(Map 4 C5)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Golden Hind (p34)

73 Marylebone Lane
(Map 8 C2)
Centre/Marylebone

J Sheekey (p31)
2832 St Martins Court
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

The Bridge House Canal

Theatre Caf (p171)
Delamere Terrace (Map 7 G1)
West/Bayswater & Paddington
Lisboa Patisserie (p42)

57 Golborne Road (Map 6 C2)

West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Market Coffee House (p161)
Brushfield Street (Map 11 E1)
City & East/Spitalfields

Lindsay House (p26)

21 Romilly Street (Map 9 F3)

Centre/Soho

Orangery (p170)
Kensington Gardens
(Map 7 F5)
West/Kensington

Livebait (p53)

415 The Cut (Map 10 A5)

South/South Bank

Patisserie Valerie (p26)

44 Old Compton Street
(Map 9 F3) Centre/Soho

Masters Super Fish (p53)

191 Waterloo Road (Map 10 A5)

South/South Bank

Paul (p29)

20 Bedford Street (Map 9 G3)

Centre/Covent Garden

Randall & Aubin (pp17 & 158)

1416 Brewer Street
(Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

S&M Caf (p42)

268 Portobello Road
(Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Rock & Sole Plaice (p29)

47 Endell Street (Map 9 G3)

Centre/Covent Garden
Rosas (p160)
69 Westbourne Pk Rd
(Map 7 E2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Rules (p30)

35 Maiden Lane (Map 9 G3)

Centre/Covent Garden

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Chinese
ECapital (p25)
8 Gerrard Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

The Ivy (p34)

1 West Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Hunan (p38)

51 Pimlico Road (Map 14 C3)

West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Odettes (p50)

130 Regents Park Rd (Map 2 B2)

North/Primrose Hill

Magic Wok (p43)

61 Queensway (Map 7 F3)

West/Bayswater & Paddington

The Orrery (p35)

55 Marylebone Hight St (Map 8

C1)
Centre/Marylebone

Phoenix Palace (p36)

35 Glentworth Street
(Map 8 B1)
Centre/Marylebone

European
Andrew Edmunds (p24)

46 Lexington Street (Map 9 E3)

Centre/Soho
Blueprint Caf (p52)
Shad Thames (Map 11 F5)
South/Borough

Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar &

Brasserie (p54)

Top Floor, Oxo Tower Wharf

Barge House Street (Map 10 A4)
South/South Bank
Sketch (p34)

9 Conduit Street (Map 8 D3)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Smiths of
Smithfield (p45)
/
6777 Charterhouse St
(Map 10 B2)
City & East/The City
Thyme (p25)

The Hospital, Endell Street,

(Map 9 G2)
Centre/Covent Garden

Cantina Vinopolis (p163)

1 Bank End (Map 10 C4)
South/Borough
Le Caprice (p31)

Arlington House
Arlington Street (Map 9 E4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Chez Bruce (p55)
2 Bellevue Road
(Wandsworth)
South/Wandsworth

Wong Kei (p25)

413 Wardour Street (Map 9 E3)

Centre/Soho

Tom Aikens (p39)

43 Elystan Street (Map 14 A3)

West/Chelsea & Fulham
The Wolseley (p32)

160 Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

French

Fifteen (p34)

15 Westland Place (Map 4 C4)

City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton
Flneur Food Hall (p45)
41 Farringdon Road
(Map 10 A1)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Caribbean
Mango Room (p51)
10 Kentish Town Road
(Map 2 D1)
North/Camden

Hakkasan (p27)

8 Hanway Place (Map 9 F2)

Centre/Fitzrovia

Foliage (p37)

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

Hotel, 66 Knightsbridge
(Map 8 B5)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Gordon Ramsay (p34)

689 Royal Hospital Road

(Map 14 B4)
West/Chelsea & Fulham

Club Gascon (p47)

57 West Smithfield (Map 10 B2)

City & East/The City
La Galette (p36)

56 Paddington St (Map 8 C1)

Centre/Marylebone
Le Petit Max (p55)

Riverside Plaza
Chatfield Road ( Clapham)
South/Clapham
Putney Bridge (p55)

2 Lwr Richmond Rd ( Putney)

South/Putney
Racine (p39)

239 Brompton Rd (Map 14 A2)

West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

www.elondon.dk.com

Restaurants
Gastropubs
The Drapers Arms (p49)

44 Barnsbury Street (Map 4 A2)

North/Islington
Duke of Cambridge (p15)
30 St Peters Street (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington
The House (p49)

639 Canonbury Rd (Map 4 B1)

North/Islington
The Lansdowne (p51)
90 Gloucester Avenue
(Map 2 C2)
North/Primrose Hill

Lock Tavern (p152)

35 Chalk Farm Raod (Map 2 D2)

North/Camden
Lonsdale (p143)

448 Lonsdale Rd (Map 6 D3)

West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Chutney Mary (p40)

535 Kings Road (Map 13 G5)

West/Chelsea & Fulham

Locanda Locatelli (p34)

8 Seymour Street (Map 8 B3)

Centre/Marylebone

Zuma (p38)

5 Raphael Street (Map 14 A1)

West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Cinnamon Club (p37)

Old Westminster Library

Great Smith Street (Map 15 F1)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico

The River Caf (p41)

Rainville Road (Map 12 A5)

West/Hammersmith

Korean

Kovolam (p52)

12 Willesden Lane (1 Kilburn)

North/Kilburn
Masala Zone (p43)
9 Marshall Street,
020 7287 9966 (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho
80 Upper Street,
020 7359 3399 (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington

The Painted Heron (p40)

112 Cheyne Walk (Map 13 H5)

West/Chelsea & Fulham
Rasa Samudra (p28)

5 Charlotte street (Map 9 E1)

Centre/Fitzrovia
Red Fort (p27)
77 Dean St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Sutton Arms (p45)

6 Carthusian St (Map 10 B1)

City & East/The City

Tamarind (p33)

20 Queen Street (Map 8 D4)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

The Wells (p51)

/
30 Well Walk (Map 1 B4)
North/Hampstead

International

Greek
Caf Corfu (p50)
7 Pratt Street (Map 3 E2)
North/Camden

Strada (p43)

810 Exmouth Market

(Map 4 A5) www.strada.co.uk
City & East/Clerkenwell
Zafferano (p39)

15 Lowndes Street (Map 14 B1)

West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Lots Road Pub &

Dining Room (p40)

114 Lots Road (Map 13 G5)

West/Chelsea & Fulham

The Westbourne (p160)

101 Westbourne Pk Villas
(Map 7 E2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Sardo (p29)

45 Grafton Way (Map 9 E1)

Centre/Fitzrovia

Hazuki (p31)

43 Chandos Place (Map 9 G4)

Centre/Covent Garden
Itsu (p43)

103 Wardour Street (Map 9 E3)

www.itsu.co.uk
Centre/Soho

Caf Emm (p25)

17 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Kiku (p33)

17 Half Moon Street

(Map 8 D4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Giraffe (p43)
46 Rosslyn Hill (Map 1 C5)
www.giraffe.net
North/Hampstead

Matsuri (p29)

71 High Holborn (Map 9 H2)

Centre/Holborn

The Providores &

Tapa Room (p35)

109 Marylebone High St

(Map 8 C1) Centre/Marylebone

The Real Greek (p48)

1415 Hoxton Market

(Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Rivington Bar and Grill (p162)

2830 Rivington Street
(Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Indian

Italian

Caf Spice Namaste (p46)

16 Prescot Street (Map 11 F3)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

Cecconis (p31)

5A Burlington Gardens
(Map 9 E4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Nobu (p34)

19 Old Park Lane (Map 8 C5)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Tsunami (p54)
5 Voltaire Road
(1 Clapham North)
South/Clapham

Champor-Champor (p52)

62 Weston Street (Map 10 D5)

South/Borough
Satay House (p43)

13 Sale Place (Map 7 H2)

West/Bayswater & Paddington

Cantaloupe (p47)

35 Charlotte Road (Map 5 E5)

City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Middle Eastern
Maroush Gardens (p36)

13 Connaught Street (8 A3)

West/Bayswater & Paddington
Noura (p38)

16 Hobart Place (Map 14 D1)

West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Patogh (p37)

8 Crawford Place (Map 8 A2)

Centre/Marylebone
Al Sultan (p34)

512 Hertford St (Map 8 C5)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Al Waha (p43)

75 Westbourne Grove (7 E3)

West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

North African
M (p34)

23 Heddon Street (Map 9 E3)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Wagamama (p43)

Lexington Street (Map 9 E3)

www.wagamama.com
Centre/Soho
Yo! Sushi (p43)
52 Poland Street
(Map 9 E3)
www.yosushi.co.uk
Centre/Soho

Malaysian

Mediterranean

Japanese
Donzoko (p24)
15 Kingly Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Kaya (p33)

42 Albemarle Street (Map 8 D4)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Original Tagines (p36)

7A Dorset Street (Map 8 B2)

Centre/Marylebone

North American
Bodeans (p24)

10 Poland Street (Map 9 E3)

Centre/Soho

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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Index by Type
Restaurants

Patara (p33)

3 & 7 Maddox St (Map 8 D3)

Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Calder Bookshop (p91)

51 The Cut (Map 10 A5)
South/South Bank

continued

Turkish

Eagle Bar Diner (p27)

35 Rathbone Pl (Map 9 F2)

Centre/Fitzrovia

Gallipoli (p49)

102 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)

North/Islington

Oriental

Tas (p53)
33 The Cut (Map 10 A5)
South/South Bank

Daunt Books (p74)

83 Marylebone High Street
(Map 8 C1)
Centre/Marylebone
David Drummond (p64)
Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

North American

E&O (p42)

14 Blenheim Cres (Map 6 C3)

West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Great Eastern
Dining Room (p48)

546 Great Eastern St

(Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Spanish
Fino (p28)

33 Charlotte Street (Map 9 E2)

Centre/Fitzrovia

Forbidden Planet (p63)

179 Shaftesbury Ave (Map 9 F2)
Centre/Covent Garden

Vegetarian
The Gate (p41)
51 Queen Charlotte St
(Map 12 A3)
West/Hammersmith

Manna (p51)

4 Erskine Road (Map 2 B2)

North/Primrose Hill

Vietnamese

Mar i Terra (p24)

17 Air Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Green Papaya (p48)

191 Mare Street (Map 5 H1)
City & East/Hackney

Mesn Don Felipe (p53)

53 The Cut (Map 10 A5)
South/South Bank

Viet Hoa (p48)

702 Kingsland Rd (Map 5 E4)

City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Shopping

Foyles (p65)
Charing Cross Road (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Gays the Word (p64)
66 Marchmont St (Map 3 G5)
Centre/Bloomsbury
Henry Pordes (p65)
5860 Charing Cross Road
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Magma (p62)
8 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Marchpane (p64)
Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Books

Nigel Williams (p64)

Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Navarros (p28)

67 Charlotte Street (Map 9 E1)

Centre/Fitzrovia

Any Amount of Books (p65)

56 Charing Cross Rd (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

PJ Hilton (p64)
Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

El Parador (p50)

245 Eversholt St (Map 3 E4)

North/Camden

ARTWORDS (p162)
65 Rivington Street (Map 5 E5)
www.artwords.co.uk
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Primrose Hill Books (p90)

Regents Park Road
(Map 2 B2)
North/Primrose Hill

Blackwells (p65)
100 Charing Cross Road
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Quinto (p65)
48a Charing Cross Rd (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Moro (p44)

346 Exmouth Mkt (Map 4 A5)

City & East/Clerkenwell

Tendido Cero (p40)

174 Old Brompton Rd
(Map 13 G3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham

Travel Bookshop (p159)

1315 Blenheim Cres (Map 6 C3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Department Stores
Fenwick (p79)
63 New Bond Street
(Map 8 D3) www.fenwick.co.uk
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Fortnum & Mason (p79)
181 Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)
www.fortnumandmason.com
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Harrods (p79)
87135 Brompton Road
(Map 14 B1) www.harrods.com
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Harvey Nichols (p79)
10925 Knightsbridge
(Map 14 B1)
www.harveynichols.com
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
John Lewis (p79)
278306 Oxford St (Map 8 D3)
www.johnlewis.com
Centre/Marylebone
Liberty (p68)
21020 Regent St (Map 8 D3)
Centre/Soho
Marks & Spencer (p85)
458 Oxford Street (Map 9 E2)
Centre/Soho
Selfridges (p71)
400 Oxford Street (Map 8 C3)
Centre/Marylebone

Thai
Busaba Eathai (p43)

10610 Wardour Street,

020 7255 8686 (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho
22 Store Street,
020 7299 7900 (Map 9 F2)
Centre/Bloomsbury

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Simon Finch Rare Books (p82)

61a Ledbury Road (Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Blenheim Books (p159)

11 Blenheim Crescent
(Map 6 C3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Borders (p65)
Charing Cross Road (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Shipley (p65)
70 Charing Cross Rd (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Shipley Media (p65)
80 Charing Cross Road
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Silver Moon (see Foyles, p65)

For links to fashion shops large and small across London, check

Fashion
202 (p80)
202 Westbourne Grove
(Map 7 F3) West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Agns B (p60)
Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
All Saints (p62)
5 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

www.elondon.dk.com

Restaurants Shopping
Anna (p90)
126 Regents Pk Rd (Map 2 B2)
North/Primrose Hill

FCUK (p85)
396 Oxford Street (Map 9 E2)
Centre/Fitzrovia

Madeleine Press (p74)

90 Maryleb. High St (Map 8 C1)
Centre/Marylebone

Annies Vintage Clothes (p90)

Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington

For Design Sake (p91)

Oxo Tower Wharf,
Barge House Street
(Map 10 A4)
South/South Bank

Maharishi (p60)
19a Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

aQuaint (p61)
38 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Browns (p70)
237 S Molton St (Map 8 D3)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Bunny London (p91)
Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House
Street (Map 10 A4)
South/South Bank
Burro (p60)
29 Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Camper (p60)
Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Glorias Super Deluxe (p160)

Dray Walk, Brick Lane
(Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Hoxton Boutique (p86)
2 Hoxton Street (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton
Jigsaw (p85)
126 New Bond Street
(Map 8 D3)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
J&M Davidson (p81)
42 Ledbury Road (Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Margaret Howell (p72)

34 Wigmore Street (Map 8 C2)
Centre/Marylebone
Maria Grachvogel (p75)
162 Sloane Street (Map 14 B2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Red Hot (p83)

Unit 9 Portobello Green
(Map 6 C2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Rellik (p85)
8 Golborne Road (Map 6 C1)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Rokit (p88)
101 & 107 Brick Lane
(Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

Marilyn Moore (p84)

7 Elgin Crescent (Map 6 C3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Saloon (p86)
23 Arlington Way (Map 4 A4)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Mulberry (p72)
1112 Gees Court (Map 8 C3)
Centre/Marylebone

Scorah Pattullo (p89)

137 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington

Nicole Farhi (p60)

Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Sixty 6 (p73)
66 Marylebone High Street
(Map 8 C1)
Centre/Marylebone

Coco Ribbon (p84)

21 Kensington Pk Rd (Map 6 C3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Jones (p60)
1315 Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

N Peal (p70)
37 & 71 Burlington Arcade
(Map 9 E4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Size? (p62)
1719 Neal Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Comfort & Joy (p88)

109 Essex Road (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington

Joseph (p77)
77 Fulham Road (Map 13 H3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham

Oki-ni (p68)
25 Savile Row (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Stella McCartney (p70)

30 Bruton Street (Map 8 D4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Contemporary Wardrobe (p63)

The Horse Hospital
Colonnade (Map 9 G1)
Centre/Bloomsbury

Junky (p160)
Dray Walk, Brick La (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

Stssy (p62)
19 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

The Cross (p85)

141 Portland Road (Map 6 C4)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

JW Beeton (p82)
4850 Ledbury Rd (Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Paul Smith (pp60 & 84)

Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
120 & 122 Kensington Park
Road (Map 6 D4)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Cyberdog (p62)
9 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Karen Millen (p85)

2624 Regent Street
(Map 8 D3)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Diesel StyleLab (p60)

Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
The Dispensary (p68)
Newburgh Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho
Duchamp (p82)
75 Ledbury Road (Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Koh Samui (p61)

657 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Kokon To-Zai (p66)
57 Greek Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
Labour of Love (p89)
193 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington

Preen (p83)
Unit 5 Port. Green (Map 6 C2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Public Beware (p160)
Dray Walk, Brick La (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Radio Days (p91)
87 Lower Marsh (Map 10 A5)
South/South Bank
RedDot (p68)
Newburgh Street
(Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Suite 20 (p83)
Unit 20 Portobello Green
(Map 6 C2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Ted Baker (p60)
Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
The World According To (p66)
4 Brewer Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho
Tonic (p82)
Portobello Road (Map 6 C2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Topshop (p68)
Oxford Circus (Map 9 D2)
Centre/Fitzrovia

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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Index by Type
Shopping
Fashion continued

Paul Rothe (p73)

35 Marylebone Lane (Map 8
C2)
Centre/Marylebone

Tracey Boyd (p76)

42 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Poilane (p76)
46 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Urban Outfitters (p62)

4256 Earlham St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Prestat (p75)
14 Princes Arcade (Map 9 E4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

What the Butler Wore (p91)

131 Lower Marsh (Map 10 A5)
South/South Bank

Health & Beauty

Whistles (p72)
12 St Christophers Pl (Map 8 C3)
Centre/Marylebone

Florists
The Wild Bunch (p62)
Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Woodhams (p76)
45 Elizabeth Street (Map 14 C2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Food
A Gold (p87)
42 Brushfield St (Map 11 E1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Camisa (p158)
61 Old Compton St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
Carluccios (p72)
St Christophers Pl (Map 8 C3)
Centre/Marylebone
The Chocolate Society (p76)
36 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
La Fromagerie (p74)
24 Moxton Street
(Map 8 C2)
Centre/Marylebone
Gerrys (p66)
74 Old Compton St
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
Neals Yard Dairy (p62)
17 Shorts Gardens
(Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

224

Calmia (p73)
524 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
Centre/Marylebone
Jo Malone (p75)
150 Sloane Street (Map 14 B2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Kiehls (p61)
29 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
K0rres (p79)
124 Kings Road (Map 14 A3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Miller Harris (p81)
14 Needham Road (Map 7 E3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
REN (p69)
19 Shepherd Market (Map 8 D4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Scent Systems (p68)
Newburgh Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho
Les Senteurs (p76)
71 Elizabeth Street (Map 14 C2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Antiquarius (p80)
13141 Kings Rd (Map 14 A4)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Aram (p60)
110 Drury Lane (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Aria (p89)
29596 & 133 Upper St
(Map 4 B2)
North/Islington
Bedstock (p83)
Unit 26 Portobello Green
(Map 6 C2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Black & Blum (p91)
Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House
Street (Map 10 A4)
South/South Bank
Bodo Sperlein (p91)
Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House
Street (Map 10 A4)
South/South Bank
Caroline Carriers (p90)
Pierrepont Arcade
Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington
The Conran Shop (p78)
Michelin House
81 Fulham Road (Map 14 A2)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Designers Guild (p80)
267 & 277 Kings Road
(Map 14 A4)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Eatmyhandbagbitch (p64)
Drury Lane (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Space.NK (p80)
12731 Westb. Gr (Map 7 F3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Graham & Green (pp85 & 90)

4 & 10 Elgin Cr (Map 6 C3)
West/Notting Hill
164 Regents Park Road
(Map 2 B2)
North/Primrose Hill

Studio Perfumery (p90)

170 Regents Park Road
(Map 2 B2)
North/Primrose Hill

Judith Lasalle (p90)

Pierrepont Arcade
Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington

Interiors

Inexterior (p88)
14 Cheshire Street (Map 5 F5)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

After Noah (p89)

121 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington

Labour and Wait (p88)

18 Cheshire Street (Map 5 F5)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Marimekko (p72)
1617 St Christophers Pl (8 C3)
Centre/Marylebone
Mar Mar Co (p88)
16 Cheshire Street (Map 5 F5)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Mint (p73)
70 Wigmore Street (Map 8 C2)
Centre/Marylebone
Neisha Crosland (p77)
8 Elystan Street (Map 14 A3)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Origin (p90)
Camden Passage (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington
Skandium (p74)
867 Marylebone High St
(Map 8 C1)
Centre/Marylebone
Story (p87)
4 Wilkes Street (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
twentytwentyone (p89)
274 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington

Lingerie
Agent Provocateur (p67)
6 Broadwick Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho
Coco de Mer (p61)
23 Monmouth St
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Music
Honest Jons (p83)
278 Portobello Rd
(Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Intoxica! (p83)
231 Portobello Rd
(Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

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Shopping Art & Architecture

Phonica (p67)
51 Poland Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Bill Amberg (p81)

10 Chepstow Road (Map 7 E2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Rays Jazz (p65)

Foyles Bookshop, Charing
Cross Road (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

b Store (p67)
6 Conduit Street (Map 8 D3)
Centre/Mayfair & St James

Rough Trade (p81)

130 Talbot Road (Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Erickson Beamon (p76)

38 Elizabeth Street
(Map 14 C2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Smallfish Records (p87)

329 Old Street (Map 11 F1)
City & East

Georgina Goodman (p69)

1214 Shepherd St (Map 8 D5)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Vinyl Junkies (p158)

Berwick St (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

James Smith & Sons (p63)

53 New Oxford St (Map 9 G2)
Centre/Bloomsbury

Prints & Posters

Jess James (p68)

Newburgh Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Artcadia (p87)
108 Commercial St (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Rock Archive (p90)
110 Islington High St (Map 4 A3)
North/Islington
Stage Door Prints (p64)
9 Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Storeys (p64)
3 Cecil Court (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
The Tintin Shop (p60)
34 Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Vertigo (p60)
22 Wellington St (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Vintage (p66)
3943 Brewer St (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Shoes & Accessories

Anello & Davide (p72)
2021 St Christopers Pl (8 C3)
Centre/Marylebone
Anya Hindmarch (p76)
1517 Pont Street (Map 14 B2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

For markets, see p236

Jimmy Choo (p77)

169 Draycott Avenue
(Map 14 A3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Kate Kuba (p79)
22 Duke of York Square,
Kings Road (Map 14 B3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham

Poste (p70)
10 S Molton St (Map 8 D3)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Jerwood Space (p109)

171 Union Street (Map 10 B5)
South/Borough

Poste Mistress (p61)

2613 Monmouth St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Lisson (p110)
524 Bell Street
(Map 8 A1)
Centre/Marylebone

Rachel Skinner (p90)

13 Princess Road (Map 2 B2)
North/Primrose Hill
Tatty Devine (p88)
236 Brick Lane (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Willma (p84)
339 Portobello Rd (Map 6 C2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Art &
Architecture
Art Galleries
The Agency (p110)
Charlotte Road (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Kirk Originals (p60)

29 Floral Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

The Approach (p110)

Approach Road
(1 Bethnal Green)
City & East/Bethnal Green

Lara Bohinc 107 (p86)

51 Hoxton Square (Map 5 E5)
Ctiy & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Camden Arts Centre (p106)

Arkwright Road (Hampstead)
North/Hampstead

Lulu Guinness (p77)

3 Ellis Street (Map 14 B2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

Chisenhale (p110)
Chisenhale Road
(1 Bethnal Green)
City & East/Bethnal Green

Oliver Sweeney (p79)

29 Kings Road (Map 14 B3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Osprey (p72)
St Christophers Pl (Map 8 C3)
Centre/Marylebone
Patrick Cox (p75)
129 Sloane Street (Map 14 B2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Philip Treacy (p76)
69 Elizabeth St (Map 14 C2)
West/Knightsbridge &
Belgravia

Gagosian (p110)
www.gagosian.com
624 Britannia Street
(Map 3 G4)
Centre/Bloomsbury
8 Heddon Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Hayward Gallery (p109)
South Bank Centre (Map 9 H4)
South/South Bank
ICA (p96)
The Mall (Map 9 F5)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico

Matts Gallery (p110)

424 Copperfield Road
(1 Mile End)
City & East/Bethnal Green
Photographers Gallery (p95)
5 & 8 Great Newport Street
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Saatchi Gallery (p109)
County Hall (Map 9 H5)
South/South Bank
Sadie Coles HQ (p110)
35 Heddon Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Serpentine Gallery (p101)
Kensington Gardens
(Map 7 H5)
West/Kensington
South London Gallery (p110)
65 Peckham Rd (1 Elephant &
Castle, then 171 bus)
South/Camberwell
Stephen Friedman (p110)
Old Burlington Street
(Map 9 E4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Vilma Gold (p15)
25b Vyner Street (Map 5 H3)
City & East/Bethnal Green
Wapping Project Space (p105)
Wapping Wall (1 Wapping)
City & East/Wapping &
Docklands
Whitechapel Gallery (p104 )
80 Whitechapel High St (11 F2)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
White Cube (p110)
Hoxton Square(Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton
Wilkinson Gallery (p110)
242 Cambridge Heath Road
(1 Bethnal Green)
City & East/Bethnal Green

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St Pauls Cathedral (p100)
www.stpauls.co.uk (Map 10 B3)
City & East/The City

Modern Architecture

St Stephen Walbrook (p100)

Walbrook (Map 10 D3)
City & East/The City

Great Court (See museums)

Cemeteries
Abney Park Cemetery (p173)
Stoke Newington
Church Street
( Stoke Newington or 73 bus)
North/Stoke Newington

Temple Church (pp168 & 98)

Off Fleet Street (Map 10 A3)
Centre/Holborn

Lords (p107)
Wellington Road
(1 St Johns Wood)
North/St Johns Wood

Art &
Architecture

Brompton Cemetery (p105)

Lillie Road (Map 13 E4)
West/Kensington
Highgate Cemetery (p105)
Swains Lane (1 Highgate)
http://highgate-cemetery.org
North/Highgate
Kensal Green Cemetery (p105)
(1 Kensal Green)
www.kensalgreen.co.uk
North/Kensal Green
Nunhead Cemetery (p105)
Linden Grove ( Nunhead)
South/Nunhead

Churches
Brompton Oratory (p101)
Brompton Road (Map 14 A2)
West/Kensington
St Bartholomew
the Great (p103)
West Smithfield
(Map 10 B2)
City & East/The City
St Brides (p100)
Fleet Street (Map 10 A3)
www.stbrides.com
Centre/Holborn
St Jamess Piccadilly (p100)
197 Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
St Margarets Church (p99)
Sanctuary (Map 15 G1)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico

Barbican (See Combined Arts)

Laban Centre (See Dance)

Westminster Abbey (p96)

Broad Sanctuary (Map 15 F1)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico

National Theatre (See Theatres)

Historic Buildings

RIBA (p97)
66 Portland Place (Map 8 D1)
Centre/Fitzrovia

Banqueting House (p99)

Whitehall (Map 9 G5)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico
Buckingham Palace (p96)
Buckingham Gate (Map 14 D1)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico
Dennis Severs House (p104)
18 Folgate Street (Map 11 E1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Eltham Palace (p113)
Court Yard ( Eltham)
South
Fenton House (p107)
Windmill Hill (Map 1 A4)
North/Hampstead
Hampton Court Palace (p96)
( Hampton Court)
South/Hampton Court

2 Willow Road (p107)

Hampstead (Map 1 c4)
North/Hampstead

Museums
British Museum (p13)
Great Russell Street (Map 9 F2)
Centre/Bloomsbury
(See also Great Court)
Design Museum (p110)
28 Shad Thames (Map 11 F5)
South/Borough
Dr Johnsons House (p98)
17 Gough Square (Map 10 A2)
Centre/Holborn
Dulwich Picture Gallery (p112)
Gallery Road ( Dulwich)
South/Dulwich

Kensington Palace (p96)

Palace Avenue (Map 7 F5)
West/Kensington & Earls Court

Estorick Collection (p106)

39 Canonbury Square
(Map 4 B1)
North/Islington

Linley Sambourne House (p102)

18 Stafford Terrace
(Map 13 E1)
West/Kensington

Freud Museum (p108)

20 Maresfield Gardens
(1 Finchley Road)
North/Hampstead

19 Princelet Street (p103)

Spitalfields (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

Geffrye Museum (p105)

Kingsland Road (Map 5 E4)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Kenwood House (p108)

Hampstead Heath (Map 1 C1)
North/Hampstead
Leighton House Museum (p103)
12 Holland Pk Rd (Map 12 D1)
West/Kensington
Museum in Docklands (p106)
West India Quay, www.museum
indocklands.org.uk ( W. India
Quay DLR / 1 Canary Wharf)
City & East/Wapping &
Docklands
Museum of the Order of
St John (p104)
St Johns Gate (Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell
National Gallery
(See Sainsbury Wing)
National Portrait Gallery (p96)
St Martins Place (Map 9 F4)
Centre/Covent Garden
Natural History Museum (p102)
Exhibition Road (Map 13 H2)
West/Kensington
Old Operating Theatre (p110)
9a St Thomass St (Map 10 D5)
South/Borough
Queens Gallery (p96)
Buckingham Pal Rd (Map 14 D1)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico
Sackler Wing, RA (p100)
Piccadilly (Map 9 E4)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Sainsbury Wing,
National Gallery (p95)
Trafalgar Square (Map 9 F4)
Centre/Covent Garden
Science Museum (p102)
Exhibition Road (Map 13 H2)
West/Kensington
Sir John Soanes Museum (p97)
13 Lincolns Inn Fields
(Map 9 H2)
Centre/Holborn

St Mary-le-Bow (p100)
Cheapside (Map 10 C3)
www.stmarylebow.co.uk
City & East/The City

Queens House (p112)

Greenwich Park (Map 16 C2)
South/Greenwich & Deptford

Great Court & Reading Room,

British Museum (p98)
Great Russell Street (Map 9 F2)
Centre/Bloomsbury

Somerset House (p94)

Strand (Map 9 H3)
Centre/Covent Garden

St Olaves (p169)
Hart Street (Map 11 E3)
City & East/The City

Tower of London (p96)

Tower Hill (Map 11 F4)
City & East/The City

Keats House (p108)

Keats Grove (Map 1 C5)
North/Hampstead

Tate Britain (p99)

Millbank (Map 15 G3)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico

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Tate Modern (p111)
Bankside (Map 10 B4)
South/Borough

Tricycle (p129)
269 Kilburn High Rd (1 Kilburn)
North/Kilburn

St Johns Smith Square (p122)

Smith Square (Map 15 G2)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico

Kings Head Theatre Bar (p127)

115 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington

Theatre Museum (p95)

Russell Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Comedy

Scala (p126)
275 Pentonville Rd (Map 3 H4)
Centre/Bloomsbury

Old Vic (p130)

The Cut (Map 10 A5)
South/South Bank

Shepherds Bush
Empire (p123)
Shepherds Bush Green
(Map 6 A5)
West/Shepherds Bush

Royal National Theatre (p129)

South Bank (Map 9 H4)
South/South Bank

V&A (p102)
Exhibition Road (Map 13 H2)
West/Kensington
The Wallace Collection (p101)
Manchester Square (Map 8 C2)
Centre/Marylebone

Comedy Caf (p125)

668 Rivington Street
(Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton
Comedy Store (p121)
1a Oxendon Street (Map 9 F4)
Centre/Soho
Hackney Empire
(See Theatres)

Performance
Cinemas
Curzon Soho (p120)
99 Shaftesbury Avenue
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
Electric Cinema (p123)
191 Portobello Road
(Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Everyman (p128)
5 Holly Bush Vale
(Map 1 A5)
North/Hampstead
NFT (p130)
South Bank (Map 9 H4)
South/South Bank
Prince Charles Cinema (p121)
7 Leicester Place (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
Ritzy (p131)
Brixton Oval (1 Brixton)
South/Brixton

Combined Arts

Jongleurs (p128)
Middle Yard
Chalk Farm Road (Map 2 D2)
North/Camden

Dance
Laban (p130)
Creekside (Map 16 A3)
South/Greenwich & Deptford
The Place (p122)
17 Dukes Road (Map 3 F5)
Centre/Bloomsbury
Sadlers Wells (p126)
Rosebery Avenue (Map 4 A4)
North/Islington

Music Venues
Borderline (p119)
Orange Yard,
Manette Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
ENO @ The Coliseum (p119)
St Martins Lane (Map 9 G4)
Centre/Covent Garden
Jazz Caf (p127)
5 Parkway (Map 2 D3)
North/Camden

606 Club (p123)

90 Lots Road (Map 13 G5)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
South Bank Centre (p129)
Belvedere Rd/South Bank
(Map 9 H4)
South/South Bank
(For National Theatre see
Theatres; for NFT see cinemas)
The Spitz (p124)
Old Spitalfields Market
(Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
12 Bar Club (p119)
223 Denmark St (Map 9 F2)
Centre/Covent Garden
Union Chapel (p127)
Compton Avenue (Map 4 B1)
North/Islington
Wigmore Hall (p122)
36 Wigmore Street (Map 8 C2)
Centre/Marylebone

Theatres
Almeida (p126)
Almeida Street (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington
Arts Theatre (p119)
Great Newport St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

BAC (p131)
Lavender Hill ( Clapham Jctn)
South/Clapham

Mean Fiddler (p120)

168 Charing Cross Road
(Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Donmar Warehouse (p118)

41 Earlham Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Barbican (p124)
Silk Street (Map 10 C1)
City & East/The City

Ronnie Scotts (p121)

47 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Hackney Empire (p125)

Mare Street (Map 5 H1)
City & East/Hackney

Riverside Studios (p124)

Crisp Road (Map 12 A4)
West/Hammersmith

Royal Opera House (p118)

Bow Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden

Hampstead Theatre (p128)

Eton Avenue (1 Swiss Cottage)
North/Swiss Cottage

For parks and gardens, see p238 or look in the Index by area (pp21019)

Shakespeares Globe (p130)

Bankside (Map 10 C4)
South/Borough
Soho Theatre (p120)
21 Dean Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Pubs, Bars
& Clubs
Pubs
Anchor Bankside (p152)
34 Park Street (Map 10 C4)
South/Borough
Black Friar (p144)
174 Queen Victoria St
(Map 10 B3)
City & East/The City
Bread & Roses (p155)
68 Clapham Manor Street
(1 Clapham North)
South/Clapham
The Bricklayers Arms (p162)
63 Charlotte Road (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch
Blue Anchor (p154)
13 Lower Mall
(1 Hammersmith)
West/Hammersmith
Coach & Horses (p144)
29 Greek Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
Crown Islington (p151)
116 Cloudesley Rd (Map 4 A3)
North/Islington

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Pubs continued
The Dove (p154)
19 Upper Mall (1 Hammersmith)
West/Hammersmith
The Endurance (p138)
90 Berwick Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho
Fitzroy Tavern (p144)
16 Charlotte Street (Map 9 E2)
Centre/Fitzrovia
Founders Arms (p154)
Bankside (Map 10 B4)
South/Borough
Freemasons Arms (p153)
32 Downshire Hill (Map 1 C5)
North/Hampstead
French House (p139)
49 Dean Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Lamb & Flag (p137)

33 Rose Street (Map 9 G3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Market Porter (p163)
9 Stoney Street (Map 10 C4)
South/Borough
Nags Head (p141)
53 Kinnerton St (Map 14 B1)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Pillars of Hercules (p144)
7 Greek Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
Pineapple (p151)
51 Leverton Street (1 Camden)
North/Camden
Pride of Spitalfields (p148)
3 Heneage Street (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Prince of Wales (p155)
38 Old Town
(1 Clapham Common)
South/Clapham

Bars
The American Bar (p137)
Savoy Hotel, Strand (Map 9 G4)
Centre/Covent Garden
Apartment 195 (p142)
195 Kings Road (Map 14 A4)
West/Chelsea & Fulham

Fluid (p146)
40 Charterhouse St
(Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell
G-A-Y (p158)
30 Old Compton St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Atlantic Bar & Grill (p137)

20 Glasshouse St (Map 9 E4)
Centre/Soho

Golborne Grove (p143)

36 Golborne Road (Map 6 C1)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park

Bar Kick (p162)

127 Shoreditch High St (5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch

Gordons Wine Bar (p136)

47 Villiers Street (Map 9 G4)
Centre/Covent Garden

Bar Rumba (p138)

36 Shaftesbury Ave (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho

Hoxton Square
Bar & Kitchen (p147)
24 Hoxton Square (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Blue Bar (p142)

Berkeley Hotel, Wilton Pl (14 B1)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Bug Bar & Lounge (p154)
St Matthews Church (1 Brixton)
South/Brixton

Lobby Bar (p136)

1 Aldwych (Map 9 H3)
Centre/Covent Garden

George Inn (p163)

77 Borough High St (Map 10 D5)
South/Borough

Prospect of Whitby (p149)

57 Wapping Wall (1 Wapping)
City & East/Wapping &
Docklands

Globe Tavern (p163)

Bedale Street (Map 10 D4)
South/Borough

Royal Inn on the Park (p153)

Grove Road (1 Bethnal Green)
City & East/Hackney

Golden Hart (p149)

110 Commercial St (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

Royal Oak (p163)

44 Tabard Street
(1 Borough)
South/Borough

The Grapes (p149)

76 Narrow Street (1 Wapping)
City & East/Wapping &
Docklands

Spaniards Inn (p153)

Spaniards Road (Map 1 B2)
North/Hampstead

Dogstar (p154)
389 Coldharbour Lane
(1 Brixton)
South/Brixton

Mac Bar (p152)

102 Camden Road (Map 3 E2)
North/Camden

Trafalgar Tavern (p155)

Park Row (Map 16 C1)
South/Greenwich & Deptford

Elbow Room (p162)

97113 Curtain Rd (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch

Market Place (p140)

11 Market Place (Map 9 E2)
Centre/Fitzrovia

White Cross (p154)

Water Lane ( 1 Richmond)
South/Richmond

Embassy Bar (p150)

119 Essex Road (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington

Mash (p140)
1921 Great Portland St (8 D2)
Centre/Fitzrovia

Jerusalem Tavern (p146)

55 Britton Street (Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Windmill (p153)
Clapham Common
(1 Clapham South)
South/Clapham

The End (p141)

18 West Central St (Map 9 G2)
Centre/Covent Garden

Medicine Bar (p150)

181 Upper Street (Map 4 B2)
North/Islington

Lamb (p141)
94 Lambs Conduit St (Map 9 H1)
Centre/Bloomsbury

Windsor Castle (p144)

114 Campden Hill Rd (Map 7 E5)
West/Kensington

Escape Bar (p158)

10a Brewer Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Mother (p147)
333 Old Street (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Greenwich Union (p155)

56 Royal Hill (Map 16 B3)
South/Greenwich & Deptford
Island Queen (p151)
87 Noel Road (Map 4 B3)
North/Islington

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Caf Kick (p145)

43 Exmouth Market (Map 4 A5)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Jerusalem (p139)
334 Rathbone Pl (Map 9 E2)
Centre/Fitzrovia

Cargo (p146)
83 Rivington Street (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch &
Hoxton
Cherry Jam (p141)
58 Porchester Road (Map 7 F2)
West/Bayswater & Paddington

Lock Tavern (p152)

35 Chalk Farm Rd (Map 2 D2)
North/Camden
Lonsdale (p143)
448 Lonsdale Rd (Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Loungelover (p149)
1 Whitby Street (Map 5 F5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

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The Player (p139)
8 Broadwick Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

Herbal (p147)
1014 Kingsland Rd (Map 5 E4)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton

Dorset Square (p183)

39 Dorset Square (Map 8 B1)
Centre/Marylebone

Pool (p162)
1048 Curtain Road (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch

Madame Jo-Jos (p138)

810 Brewer Street (Map 9 E3)
Centre/Soho

The Franklin (p184)

28 Egerton Gdns (Map 14 A2)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia

The Social (p140)

5 Little Portland St (Map 8 D2)
Centre/Fitzrovia

Ministry of Sound (p153)

103 Gaunt Street
(1 Elephant & Castle)
South/Kennington

Great Eastern (p187)

Liverpool Street (Map 11 E2)
City & East/The City

Townhouse (p142)
31 Beauchamp Pl (Map 14 A1)
West/Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Trailer H (p143)
177 Portobello Rd (Map 6 C2)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Vertigo (p145)
Level 42, Tower 42,
25 Old Broad St (Map 10 D2)
City & East/The City

Notting Hill Arts Club (p144)

21 Notting Hill Gate (Map 7 E4)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Substation South (p165)
Trinity Road (1 Brixton)
South/Brixton
Turnmills (p146)
63a Clerkenwell Rd
(Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Vibe Bar (p148)

Old Truman Brewery,
915 Brick Lane (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel

Vauxhall Tavern (p153)

372 Kennington Lane
(Map 15 H4)
South/Kennington

Zeta Bar (p140)

Mayfair Hilton Hotel,
35 Hertford Street (Map 8 C5)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Hotels

Zigfrid (p162)
11 Hoxton Square (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch

Clubs
333 (p147)
333 Old Street (Map 5 E5)
City & East/Shoreditch & Hoxton
93 Feet East (p148)
150 Brick Lane (Map 11 F1)
City & East/Spitalfields &
Whitechapel
Fabric (p145)
77a Charterhouse St (Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell
Fridge/Fridge Bar (p153)
1 Town Hall Parade (1 Brixton)
South/Brixton
Heaven (p136)
Under the Arches,
Villiers Street (Map 9 G4)
Centre/Covent Garden

Expensive
Blakes (p185)
33 Roland Gardens
(Map 13 G3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Charlotte Street Hotel (p181)
15 Charlotte Street
(Map 9 E2)
Centre/Fitzrovia
Claridges (p183)
Brook St (Map 8 D3)
www.savoygroup.com
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
Covent Garden
Hotel (p180)
10 Monm0uth St (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Dorchester (p183)
Park Lane (Map 8 C4)
www.dorchesterhotel.com
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess

Hazlitts (p181)
6 Frith Street (Map 9 F3)
Centre/Soho
The Metropolitan (p182)
Old Park Lane (Map 8 C5)
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
One Aldwych (p180)
1 Aldwych (Map 9 H3)
Centre/Covent Garden
Ritz (p183)
150 Piccadilly (Map 8 D4)
www.theritzlondon.com
Centre/Mayfair & St Jamess
The Rookery (p188)
Peters La, Cowcross St
(Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell
The Savoy (p183)
Strand (Map 9 G4)
www.savoygroup.com
Centre/Covent Garden

Moderate
City Inn
Westminster (p184)
30 John Islip Street
(Map 15 F3)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico
The Colonnade (p185)
2 Warrington Cres
(Map 7 F1)
West/Bayswater & Paddington
Durrants (p182)
George Street (Map 8 B2)
Centre/Marylebone
Five Sumner Place (p184)
5 Sumner Place (Map 13 H3)
West/Chelsea & Fulham
Hamilton House (p189)
14 West Grove (Map 16 C4)
South/Greenwich & Deptford

London Bridge Hotel (p189)

818 London Bridge St
(Map 10 D5)
South/Borough
Malmaison (p187)
Charterhouse Sq (Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell
Mercure London City
Bankside (p189)
719 Southwark St (Map 10 B4)
South/Borough
Millers Residence (p186)
111a Westbourne Grove
(Map 7 E3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
The Portobello (p186)
22 Stanley Gardens (Map 6 D3)
West/Notting Hill &
Westbourne Park
Topham Belgravia (p183)
28 Ebury Street (Map 14 D2)
West/Knightsbridge &
Belgravia
The Zetter (p188)
868 Clerkenwell Road
(Map 10 B1)
City & East/Clerkenwell

Cheap
Abbey House (p186)
11 Vicarage Gate (Map 7 E5)
West/Kensington
Crescent Hotel (p181)
4950 Cartwright
Gardens (Map 3 F5)
Centre/Bloomsbury
Dover Hotel (p183)
424 Belgrave Rd (Map 15 E3)
Centre/Westminster & Pimlico
La Gaffe (p188)
10711 Heath Street (Map 1 A4)
North/Hampstead
Generator (p181)
Compton Place (Map 3 G5)
Centre/Bloomsbury
Mayflower (p184)
268 Trebovir Rd (Map 13 E3)
West/Kensington

expensive moderate cheap (Price ranges: Restaurants, see p25, Hotels, see p181)

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Travel Information
Londons Underground train (Tube) and bus networks are extensive
and easy to navigate, though frequently crowded and subject to
delays. A weekday Congestion Charge for drivers has recently been
introduced in the centre of town. This has freed up traffic flow,
making bus and taxi journeys noticeably quicker, and improving the
atmosphere for cyclists and pedestrians. Numerous guided tours are
available, and riverboats offer a fantastic way to see the city.

Advance Booking Option

for Overseas Visitors
Visitors planning to travel to London
from Europe, the US, Australia and
several other countries can purchase
a Visitor Travelcard in advance
through www.ticket-on-line.com. This
covers unlimited travel on all trains,

Arrival

Stansted Airport

buses and the DLR, and theres an

There are five international airports

Stansted Express trains depart from

option for the Heathrow Express. The

near London, of which Heathrow is the

the airport every 1530 minutes; the

card is not available in the UK itself.

busiest. Waterloo is the terminal for

journey to Liverpool Street Station

trains coming from mainland Europe.

takes 45 minutes. There is also a stan-

London Underground

From these international points of

dard stopping train once an hour. The

The Underground network stretches to

entry there are various ways to travel

A6 coach into central London is a bit

275 stations across the city. Trains run

into central London.

cheaper but takes at least 90 minutes.

from about 5:30am to 11:30pm or

Heathrow Airport

Luton Airport

the oldest underground train network

The Heathrow Express train is the

The Thameslink train service runs from

in the world and usually offers the

fastest and most comfortable way to

the airport to a number of central city

quickest way to get around town.

travel into central London. Trains

stations, including Kings Cross, every

However, the ageing system is prone

depart every 15 minutes and take

510 minutes. The journey takes

to delays and over-crowding. Tickets

1520 minutes to travel non-stop to

3040 minutes.

are expensive in comparison with the

1am, depending on the line. This is

cost of subway travel in other major

Paddington Station. The cheapest

option for time-rich travellers is a Tube

London City Airport

train (Piccadilly Line), which takes

A shuttle bus runs between this small

about an hour into central London.

airport and Liverpool Street Station,

zones radiating out from the city centre

You can also catch the A2 bus. A taxi

via Canary Wharf, every 10 minutes

(Zone 1) to the far reaches of Greater

into central London is the most

during peak hours. Otherwise, you

London (Zone 6). If you have missed

expensive option (about 45), unless

can take a taxi into town.

buying a Visitor Travelcard (see above),

world cities.
Journeys are priced according to

there are various options, including

you are travelling in a group of five.

Waterloo International Terminal

the basic Travelcard, which covers

Gatwick Airport

Waterloo Station, on the South Bank

unlimited travel on the Tube, buses

Gatwick is about 30 miles south of

of the Thames, is served by the Under-

and DLR (Docklands Light Railway).

central London. The Gatwick Express

grounds Bakerloo, Jubilee and Nor-

There are daily (available after

train usually runs every 15 minutes

thern Lines. There are also taxi ranks

9:30am), weekend or 7-day options.

and takes about 30 minutes to travel

and numerous bus stops outside.

If youre travelling sporadically within

Zone 1, buy a so-called Carnet of 10

non-stop to Londons Victoria Station.

There are also slightly cheaper, stan-

Getting Around

dard stopping services into Victoria

Tube trains, buses and taxis are

and Kings Cross Stations. A taxi into

plentiful. Overland trains serve the

for more than a week, consider buying

London will cost about 100.

suburbs and beyond.

a rechargeable Oystercard

230

discounted single tickets.

If you are travelling around London

For detailed, up-to-the minute travel information, visit

www.elondon.dk.com

Travel Information
(www.oyster card.com). Holders of

Taxis

Oystercards need only touch the card

Classic black cabs are plentiful in

Directory

to the yellow pad on the turnstiles,

central London, but tariffs are high,

Airports

and can recharge at the pad on the

especially after 8pm and at weekends.

ticket machines.

Licensed minicabs (from offices) are

www.baa.co.uk (Heathrow,
Gatwick & Stansted)
www.londoncityairport.com

usually cheaper.

Buses
Buses are cheaper than the Tube and

Other Forms of Transport

are a great way to get to see London,

Pedicabs (or rickshaws) congregate in

but try to avoid rush hours

Soho and some other areas, offering

(7:30 9:30am and 57pm).

short hops. They are unregulated,

The flat fare is 1.20. In central

London, you must buy a ticket before

though, and can be expensive.

There are several riverboat services

Association of Professional
Tourist Guides
020 7505 3073
www.aptg.org.uk

Black Cabs
020 7432 1432
www.londonradiocars.com
www.dialacab.co.uk

Black Taxi Tours of London

boarding look for a ticket machine at

along the Thames (see pp12 & 113)

the bus stop or buy a booklet of six

Travelcard holders get one-third off

020 7935 9363

www.blacktaxitours.co.uk

discounted Saver tickets from Tube

the fare on some routes. Canalboats

Congestion Charge

stations and some newsagents. Night

are operated by The London Waterbus

0845 900 1234 / www.cclondon.com

buses operate 11pm6am with a

Company. Trams are making a

Kairos in Soho

separate scale of fares.

comeback in some suburban areas.

020 7437 6063

www.kairosinsoho.org.uk

Car

Tours

London Open House

Driving around and parking in London

A qualified Blue Badge guide can be

is frustrating and expensive. A

booked for either a general sightsee-

Congestion Charge of 5 is levied on

ing tour or something tailor-made

all cars travelling through the city

see the Association of Professional

centre between 7am and 6:30pm on

Tourist Guides website for individual

weekdays. C signs mark the

profiles or book through their recom-

boundaries of the Congestion

mended agency, Tour Guides Ltd.

020 7495 5504

Charging zone, and cameras record

Black Taxi Tours of London offers

Trains

every car. You can pay online (see

qualified tour guides too.

Heathrow Express 0845 600 1515

www.heathrowexpress.com

directory), or at selected newsagents

The Original London Walks is a

and garages. A hefty fine will be

good one to try for themed strolls

issued if you fail to pay before

actors, experts and historians lead

midnight. Speeding, using bus lanes

tours such as Ghosts, Gaslight and

and stopping in box junctions also

Guinness, or Jack the Ripper Haunts in

attract fines.

the East End. Wellbeing centre Kairos

Parking is restricted almost every-

in Soho offers a historical walking tour

www.londonopenhouse.org

The London Waterbus Company

020 7482 2660
www.londonwaterbus.com

The Original London Walks

020 7624 3978 / www.walks.com

Tour Guides Ltd

Gatwick Express 0845 850 1530

www.gatwickexpress.com
National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950
www.nationalrail.co.uk
Stansted Express 0845 850 0150
www.stanstedexpress.co.uk

where. Read street parking signs

of Gay and Lesbian Soho. London

Thameslink www.thameslink.co.uk

carefully or youll probably return to a

Open House runs Saturday-morning

Transport for London

penalty notice or clamped wheel.

tours led by architects and historians.

Its best to use NCP car parks

Consult Time Out magazine for other

The Tube, buses, DLR, taxis,

riverboats & trams
020 7222 1234 / www.tfl.gov.uk

(www.ncp.co.uk) if in doubt.

unusual themed walks.

The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) is part of the Underground network

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Practical Information
The information and tips here should help you have a stress-free
visit to London. Some forward planning is often beneficial start
with the websites offering tourist information and listing events.
Visitors with special needs, such as wheelchair users, are supported
by a number of dedicated organizations, and gay and lesbian
travellers are particularly well catered for in this city.

Listings/Whats On
Time Out is Londons hippest and
most comprehensive weekly listings
magazine, covering new shops and
restaurants as well as arts and
entertainment. It has an online guide,
www.timeout.com/london.

Disabled Travellers

See the Hospital Charges website for

Recent changes to the Disability

full details of exemptions.

Discrimination Act require anyone who

If you require an emergency

Metro Life, free with Thursdays

Evening Standard newspaper, is a
good guide to goings-on in the city. It
is affiliated to www.thisislondon.com.

provides a service to the public to

prescription or less urgent medical

make it accessible to disabled people,

attention, the private Medicentre

within reason. Equal-access campaigner

chain offers walk-in clinics. Branches

Saturday, rounds up London listings

Artsline has a constantly expanding

are located in train stations, central

in a handy format.

online database listing over 400 arts

London and the City.

and entertainment venues and their

If you need advice outside clinic

The Knowledge, in The Times on

Money

provisions for sensory-impaired people

hours, call Doctors Direct to arrange a

Theres no shortage of bureaux de

and wheelchair users. A factsheet

home visit or refer to the NHS Direct

change in the city, but you may get a

from Greater London Action on

websites useful self-help guide.

better exchange rate if you use your

Disability gives details of what to

Pharmacies are a good first stop

bank or credit card to obtain cash

expect at well-known tourist attractions,

for minor ailments. For late-night

from ATMs. The practice of keying in

and another lists accessible hotels.

prescriptions, Bliss Pharmacy is open

your PIN number rather than signing a

until midnight, while Zafash is

credit card slip at point of purchase is

Londons only 24-hour pharmacy.

being introduced in many businesses.

without using stairs or escalators. For

Gay & Lesbian Travellers

Opening Hours

a copy of Access to the Underground,

Soho is Londons pink mecca, with

London closes early in comparison with

call 020 7941 4600. Buses are better

the highest concentration of bars,

cities such as New York or Paris. Most

over 90% of the bus fleet has

clubs and gay-oriented shops. There

shops are open from 10am6pm

wheelchair access.

is an established scene in Brixton,

Monday to Saturday, staying open an

and nightspots have also sprung up

hour or two later on Wednesday or

Emergencies & Health

in Vauxhall. Free pink paper Boyz,

Thursday. Many open from noon to

In the event of a serious accident,

available in gay bars and businesses

5pm or 6pm on Sunday. Some major

medical emergency, fire or criminal

and online, features London listings.

department stores, such as Harvey

incident requiring urgent assistance,

The Gay Times website has useful

Nichols and Selfridges, stay open

call 999 and specify ambulance, fire

links to services from arts centres and

until 8pm every week night.

service or police. Calls from any

bars to shops and support, while

phone, including payphones, are free.

lesbian magazine Diva offers online

or midnight (last servings 1010:30),

Citizens of the European Economic

area-by-area mini guides. The London

and pubs call time at 11pm, 10:30pm

Area and countries with a bilateral

Lesbian and Gay Switchboard has a

on Sundays (the law changed in 2005,

healthcare agreement with the UK are

24-hour helpline. For recommended

technically allowing longer hours).

exempt from hospital A&E charges.

bars and clubs, see p134.

Bars with extended opening hours

Improvements to the accessibility of

the Tube are in progress, but at present
only 40 stations can be reached

232

Restaurants tend to close at 11pm

Check out the weather forecast at

www.elondon.dk.com

Practical Information
usually offer some form of enter-

your bag close to the front of your

tainment, such as live music or DJs.

body and your wits about you. Mobile

Directory

Most nightclubs close at 3am, though

phone theft is common, particularly

Artsline

some stay open until 6am at weekends.

from just outside Tube stations. Be

020 7388 2227

www.artslineonline.com

Banks are open from 9:30am to

alert when using ATMs, as they have

3:30pm or 4:30pm Monday to Friday,

been the target of various scams.

and post offices from 9am to 5:30pm

Dont use a machine that looks

on weekdays. Some banks and post

unusual, such as any that seem to be

offices are open on Saturday morning.

fitted with extra attachments. Make

Bliss Pharmacy
5-6 Marble Arch, W1 (Map 8 B3)

Britain and London

Visitor Centre

sure no-one behind you can see while

1 Regent Street, SW1 (Map 9 E4)

020 8846 9000 www.visitbritain.com

Phones and
Communications

you key in your PIN. Unlicensed

Directory Enquiries

minicabs also pose many dangers,

118 118 118 500 118 180 118 888

Public telephones may be less

especially to single women. Never

Doctors Direct

plentiful than they once were because

accept a lift from a driver touting for

of the proliferation of mobile phones,

fares on the street.

020 7751 9701

www.doctorsdirect.co.uk

Emergency Services

but they have become more

999

sophisticated. At BT Internet kiosks,

Tipping

you can surf the Internet, send and

As a guide, if service has been good,

receive emails, or send a video text

give 1015 per cent to waiters (unless

message as well as make a phone

a service charge has already been

call. For long-distance calls, its worth

added to the bill), hairdressers,

buying an international phone card,

beauty therapists and taxi drivers. It is

available from newsagents, which

not customary to tip in pubs, even if

gives you an access number and code

you order food, but tipping is

Greater London Action

on Disability

for a cheaper rate.

becoming more common in posh

www.glad.org.uk

cocktail bars that employ expert

Hospital Charges

Europe and Australia operate on GSM

mixologists. In hotels, 12 is a

900MHz or 1800MHz frequency bands.

standard tip for luggage porters.

www.publications.doh.gov.uk/
overseasvisitors/index.htm

Most mobile phones in the UK,

Gay & Lesbian

020 7837 7324 (24-hour helpline)
www.llgs.org.uk
www.gaytimes.co.uk
www.gaylondon.com
www.divamag.co.uk
www.timeout.com/london

London Information Centre

Visitors from the US and Canada will

need a tri-band phone to connect with

Tourist Information

a UK network check with your

Londons official tourist organization

service provider before travelling.

is Visit London. Its excellent website

Leicester Square, W1 (Map 9 F4)

020 7292 2333
www.londoninformationcentre.com
www.londontown.com

contains a comprehensive directory,

Medicentre

(www.easyeverything.com) dominates

including bureaux de change, Internet

the drop-in web-surfing scene, but the

cafs and hospitals. There are also

0870 600 0870

www.medicentre.co.uk

city is dotted with numerous small

sections for gay and lesbian, and

Internet cafs.

disabled visitors. The official Britain

The easyInternetcaf chain

and London Visitor Centre is near

Security

Piccadilly Circus. The privately run

Crowded pubs, train stations and

London Information Centre in

shops are prime spots for bag-

Leicester Square operates in tandem

snatchers and pickpockets, so keep

with www.londontown.com.

Whatever the weather, carry an umbrella!

NHS Direct
0845 4647 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

Visit London
www.visitlondon.com

Zafash Pharmacy
2335 Old Brompton Rd, SW5
(Map 13 G3)

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General Index
2 Willow Road 107

Art Galleries 15, 110, 225

Brockwell Lido 14

Chinese New Year 10

12-Bar Club 117, 119

Arts Theatre 119

Brompton Cemetery 105

Chisenhale Gallery 110

19 Princelet Street 103

ARTWORDS 162

Brompton Oratory 101

The Chocolate Society 76

93 Feet East 135, 148, 160

Atlantic Bar & Grill 137

Browns 59, 70

Churches 226

Brunch in Notting Hill 13

Chutney Mary 40

202 (shop) 80
333 (club) 147

Buckingham Palace 96

Cinemas 15, 227

606 Club 117, 123

b Store 59, 67

Bug Bar & Lounge 154, 165

Cinnamon Club 37

BAC 131

Bunhill Fields Burial Ground 169

City Inn Westminster 184

Bagels 19

Bunny London 91

Claridges 178

Abbey House 179, 186

Banqueting House 96, 99

Burberry 69

Classical Music Venues 116, see

Abney Park Cemetery 105, 173

Bar & Kitchen 147

Burro 60

Accessories 225

Barbican 124

Busaba Eathai 43

The Admiralty 94

Bar Italia 19, 158

Buses 233

The Agency 110, 162

Bar Kick 162

A Gold 59, 87

Bar Rumba 138

Clubbing 17, 18, 135

Adam, Robert 108

Bars 2278

Caf Corfu 50

Clubs 228

After Noah 89

Bed 159

Caf Emm 23, 25

Club Gascon 47

Afternoon Tea 15

Bedstock 83

Caf Grove 159

Coach & Horses 16, 144

Agent Provocateur 67

Beigel Bake 19

Caf Kick 145

Cocktails 17, 135

Agns B 60

Belgo 43

Cafs 220

Cock Tavern 12

Airports 232

Berkeley Square 108

Caf Spice Namaste 46

Coco de Mer 61

Albion 153

Bibendum Oyster Bar 17

Calder Bookshop 91

Coco Ribbon 84

Al Sultan 34

Bill Amberg 81

Calmia 73

Coin Street Festival 11

Al Waha 43

Birdcage 161

Camden Arts Centre 106

Collins & Son 62

All Saints 62

Black & Blum 91

Camden Head 90

The Colonnade 185

Almeida 116, 126

Black Friar 135

Camden Lock 163

Columbia Road Market 13, 161

The American Bar 137

Blackwells 65

Camden Passage 58, 90

Combined Arts Venues 227

Anchor Bankside 154, 164

Blakes 178, 185

Camisa 158

Comedy Venues 17, 117, 227

Andrew Edmunds 22, 24

Bleinhem Books 159

Camper 60

Comedy Caf 117, 125

Anello & Davide 72

Bloomsbury Square 108

Canary Wharf 106

Comedy Store 17, 117, 121

Anna 90

Blue Anchor 154

Cantaloupe 162

Comfort & Joy 88

Annies Vintage Clothes 90

Blue Bar 135, 142

Cantina Vinopolis 163

Communications 230

Antiquarius 80

Blueprint Caf 52

Le Caprice 31

Concerts

Any Amount of Books 65

Boat Trips 12, 113, 233

Cargo 17, 146

Lunchtime Recitals 14

Anya Hindmarch 76

Bodeans 24

Carluccios 72

Morning Coffee Concerts 13

Anything Left-Handed 67

Bodo Sperlein 91

Caroline Carriers 90

Apartment 195 142

Bookshops 222

Cecconis 31

The Conran Shop 58, 78

The Approach 15, 110

Borderline 116, 119

Cecil Court 64

Contemporary Art, see Art Galleries

aQuaint 59, 61

Borders 65

Cemeteries 105, 226

Contemporary Wardrobe 63

Aquarium, see London Aquarium

Borough Market 163

Chain Restaurants 43

Courtauld Institute of Art

Aram 58, 60

Bread & Roses 155

Chain Stores 85

Aria 89

Breakfast at Smithfield 12

Champagne 17

Courtauld, Stephen 113

Arkansas Caf 160

Brick Lane 160

Champor-Champor 52

Covent Garden Hotel 179, 180

Artcadia 87

Bricklayers Arms 162

Charing Cross Road 65

The Cow 160

Art & Architecture 2055

The Bridge House Canal

Charlotte Street Hotel 181

Crescent Hotel 178, 181

Chelsea Flower Show 10

Cricket 131

British Museum 13, 98

Chelsea Physic Gardens 171

The Cross 85

Brixton 165

Cherry Jam 17, 134, 141

The Crown, Clerkenwell 16

Brixton Academy 165

Cheshire Street 88

The Crown, Islington 22, 134, 151

Brixtonian Havan Club 165

Chez Bruce 55

Curries 19

For art & architecture listed by

area, see pp21219
For art & architecture listed by
type, see pp2257
The Art Boat 100, 113

234

Theatre Caf 171

also Concerts and Music Venues

Clothes Shops, see Fashion
Boutiques
Club 333 18

South Bank 18

Gallery 94

AH
Curzon Soho 120

Embassy Bar 150

French House 135, 144, 158

Great Eastern Dining Room 48

The Cut 91

Emergencies 23031

Freud Museum 108

Great Eastern Hotel 178, 187

Cutty Sark 174

Empire 123

Fridge/Fridge Bar 134, 153, 165

Green Papaya 48

Cyberdog 62

The End 141

Frieze Art Fair 11

Greenwich 113, 174

The Endurance 138

La Fromagerie 74

Greenwich Park 174

ENO @ The Coliseum 119

Fujiyama 165

Greenwich Union 134

Dakota 13

Entertainment, see Performance

Future Systems 107

Greyhound Racing 16

Dance Venues 116, 227

Erickson Beamon 76

Daunt Books 74

The Escape Bar 158

David Drummond 64

Estorick Collection 106

Gabriels Wharf 164

Dennis Severs House 18, 104

Everyman 128

La Gaffe 188

Department Stores 79, 222

Exhibition Road 102

Gagosian 110

Hackney Empire 117, 125

Design Museum 110

Exhibition spaces, see Art Galleries

La Galette 36

Hackney Marshes 15

Galicia 159

Hakkasan 23, 27

Designers Guild 80

Grimshaw, Nicholas 107

Guided Tours 14, 233

Diesel 60

Galleries, see Art Galleries

Hamilton House 178, 189

Dining Room 40

Fabric 18, 135, 145

Gallipoli 49

Hampstead Heath 172

Directory Enquiries 231

Falkiner Fine Papers 63

Gastropubs 221

Hampstead Theatre 128

Disabled Travellers 231

Farmacia 168

The Gate 41

Hampton Court Palace 12, 96, 113

The Dispensary 68

Fashion boutiques 2224

Gatwick Airport 232

Hampton Court Flower Show 10

DJ Bars 19, 134

FCUK 85

G-A-Y 158

Harrods 79

Dr Johnsons House 98

Fenton House 107

Gay and Lesbian Travellers 231

Harvey Nichols 17, 79

Dog & Duck 16

Fenwick 79

Gay Bars & Clubs 134

Havens 16675

Dogstar 154, 165

Festival Hall 18, 116, 129

Gay Hussar 158

Hayward Gallery 109, 164

Donmar Warehouse 116, 118

Fifteen 34

Gays the Word 64

Hazlitts 179, 181

Donzoko 24

Fifth Floor Restaurant, Harvey

Geffrye Museum 105

Hazuki 31

Generator 181

Health & Beauty Shops 224

George Inn 163

Heaven 134, 136

The Dorchester 178

Dorset Square 183
The Dove 154

Nichols 17
Film, see cinemas, London Film
Festival & NFT

Georges Portobello Fish Bar 159

Heathrow Airport 232

Dover Hotel 179, 183

Fino 28

George IV 165

Henry Pordes 65

Dovetail 16

Fish! 163

Georgian Squares 108

Herbal 18, 135, 147

The Drapers Arms 49

Fish Central 22, 45

Georgina Goodman 69

Hermitage Rooms 94

Dream Bags/Jaguar Shoes 162

Fitzroy Tavern 144

Gerrys 66

Herzog & de Meuron 111, 130

Duchamp 82

Five Sumner Place 184

Gilbert Collection 94

Highgate Cemetery 105, 173

Duke of Cambridge 15

Flneur Food Hall 45

Gill Wing 89

Highgate Woods 173

Dulwich Picture Gallery 112

The Flask 173

Giraffe 43

Hilton, London Docklands 189

Durrants 182

Floral Street 60

Globe, see Shakespeares Globe

Hirst, Damien 100

Florists 224

Globe Tavern 163

Historic Buildings 226

Fluid 146

Glorias Super Deluxe 160

Holiday Inn Express 179, 189

The Eagle 22, 44

Foliage 37

Golborne Grove 143, 159

Holland Park 170

Eagle Bar Diner 27

Food Shops 224

Golden Heart 149

Honest Jons 83

E&O 42

Football 15, 131

Golden Hind 34

Hopkins, Michael 107

Earlham Street 62

For Design Sake 91

Golden Square 108

Horseshoe 16

Eatmyhandbagbitch 64

Forbidden Planet 63

Goldfinger, Ern 107

Hospitals 23031

Ecapital 25

Fortnum & Mason 79

Gordon Ramsay 34

Hotels 176189

Elbow Room 161

Foster, Norman 98, 100

Gordons Wine Bar 136

Bookings & Reservations 186

Elemis Day Spa 169

Founders Arms 154

Graham & Green 58, 85, 90

Top Choices 1789

Electric Cinema 15, 123, 159

Fox & Anchor 12

Grammex 91

For hotels listed by area,

Elizabeth Street 76

Foyles 65

The Grapes 154

Eltham Palace 96, 113

The Franklin 179, 184

Great Court & Reading Room,

El Parador 50

Freemasons Arms 153

British Museum 98

see pp21319
For hotels listed by price
category, see p229

235

General Index
The House 22, 49

Keats House 108

London Underground 232

Medicine Bar 150

Houses of Parliament 113

Kensal Green Cemetery 105

Lonsdale 143

Mercure London City Bankside 189

Hoxton 162

Kensington Gardens 169

Lords 107

Mesn Don Felipe 53

Hoxton Boutique 86

Kensington Palace 96

Lots Road Pub & Dining Room 40

Metropolitan 178, 182

Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen 162

Kenwood House 108

Loungelover 134, 149

Millers Residence 178, 186

Hunan 38

Kew Gardens 12, 113, 175

Lower Marsh 91

Miller Harris 81

Hyde Park 16, 169

Kiehls 61

Lucky 7 160

Mimi 88

Kiku 33

Lulu Guiness 58, 77

Ministry of Sound 153

Kings Head Theatre Bar 17, 127

ICA 17, 96

Kirk Original 60

M 23, 34

Ichiban 165

Koh Samui 61

Mac Bar 152

Modern Architecture 226

Indian Head Massage 168

Kokon To-Zai 66

Madame Jo-Jos 138, 158

Money 230

Inexterior 88

Korres 79

Madeleine Press 74

Monmouth Street 61

Inigo Jones 99, 112

Kovolam 52

Magic Wok 43

Moro 23, 44

Inn the Park 15

Ktchn 162

Magma 62

Mother/333 147

Maharishi 60

Mulberry 69, 72
Museum in Docklands 106

Interiors Shops 224

Mint 58, 73

Intoxica! 83

Malmaison 179, 187

Island Queen 151

Laban Centre 116, 130

Mana 51

Museum Late Nights 16

Itsu 43

Labour and Wait 88

Mango Room 51

Museum of the Order of St John 104

Iveagh Bequest, see Kenwood House

Labour of Love 89

Marchpane 64

Museums 2267

The Ivy 34

The Lamb 134, 141

Margaret Howell 72

Music Shops 2245

Lamb & Flag 16, 135, 137

Maria Grachvogel 75

Music Venues 11617, 227

The Lansdowne 15, 51

Marilyn Moore 84

J&M Davidson 81

Lara Bohinc 86, 107

Marimekko 72

James Smith & Sons 59, 63

Laxeiro 161

Mar i Terra 24

Nags Head 141

Jazz Caf 19, 117, 127

Leighton House Museum 103

Market Bar 159

National Film Theatre (NFT) 130,

Jazz Venues 19, 117

Lesbian Travellers 231

Market Coffee House 161

Jerusalem 139

Les Senteurs 75

Market Place 140

National Gallery 95

Jerusalem Tavern 146

Liberty 68

Market Porter 163

National Portrait Gallery 96

Jerwood Space 109

Lina Stores 158

Markets

National Theatre, see Royal

Jess James 68

Lindsay House 22, 26

Borough 163

Jigsaw 85

Lingerie 224

Brick Lane 160

Jimmy Choo 58, 77

Linley Sambourne House 102

Camden Lock 163

Navarros 23, 28

John Lewis 79

Lisboa Patisserie 23, 42, 159

Columbia Road 162

Neals Yard Dairy 59, 62

Johnson, Dr 98

Lisson 110

Northcote Road 165

Neisha Crosland 77

Jo Malone 75

Listings Magazines 230

Portobello 159

Nelsons Head 161

Jones 60

Little Venice 12, 171

Spitalfields 162

Neon 165

Jones, Inigo 99, 112

Livebait 53

Marks & Spencer 85

Newburgh Street 68

Jongleurs 17, 128

Lobby Bar 17, 135, 136

Mar Mar Co 88

NFT (National Film Theatre)

Joseph 58, 77

Locanda Locatelli 34

Maroush Gardens 36

J Sheekey 22, 31

Lock Tavern 15, 152, 153

Marriott 189

Nicole Farhi 60

Jubilee Photographica 90

Loch Fyne Oyster Bar 163

Masala Zone 43

Nigel Williams 64

Judith Lasalle 90

London Aquarium 113

Mash 140

Nobu 34

Junky 160

London Bridge Hotel 178, 189

Mass 165

Northcote Road 165

JW Beeton 82

London City Airport 232

Masters Super Fish 53

Notting Hill Arts Club 17, 135,

London Eye 18, 113

Matsuri 29

London Film Festival 11

Matts Gallery 110

Notting Hill Carnival 11, 17

Karen Millen 85

London Garden Squares Weekend

Mayflower 184

Noura 38

MCC Museum 107

N Peal 70

Mean Fiddler 120

Nunhead Cemetery 105

Kate Kuba 79
Kaya 33

236

108
London Marathon 10

164

National Theatre
Natural History Museum 102

130, 164

144

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Patrick Cox 75

The Oak 160

Paul 23, 29

Clubs 228

Riverboat Services 12, 113, 233

Odettes 22, 50

Paul Rothe 73

Notorious Pubs & Literary

The River Caf 41

Oki-ni 59, 68

Paul Smith 58, 60, 84

Old Observatory, Greenwich 174

Performance 11431

Pubs, Bars & Clubs (cont.)

Haunts 144

Ritzy 131, 165

Riverside Studios 124

Riverside Pubs 154

Rivington Bar and Grill 161

Old Operating Theatre 110

Top Choices 11617

Top Choices 1345

Rock & Sole Plaice 29

Old Red Lion 17

For performance venues listed by

For pubs, bars and clubs listed

Rock Archive 90

Old Royal Naval College 174

Old Vic 130
Oliver Sweeney 79

area, see pp21219

For performance venues listed by
type, see p227

by area, see pp21319

Rokit 59, 88

Purcell Room 18, 129

Ronnie Scotts 19, 117, 121

Putney Bridge 55

The Rookery 188

One Aldwych 178, 180

Persiflage 59

Open Garden Squares Weekend 10

Le Petit Max 55

Rough Trade 81

Open House Weekend 11

Philip Treacy 58, 76

Queen Elizabeth Hall 18, 129

Royal Academy 100

Opening Hours 231

Phoenix Palace 36

Queens Gallery 96

Royal Festival Hall 18, 116, 129

Opera Holland Park 10

Phonica 67

Queens House 96, 112

Royal Inn on the Park 153

Opera House, see Royal Opera

Photographers Gallery 95

Queens Square 108

Royal National Theatre

Pillars of Hercules 144

Quinto 65

House

Rosas 160

116, 129, 164

Orangery, Kensington Gardens 170

Pineapple 151

Orangery, Kew 175

PJ Hilton 64

Royal Opera House 116, 118

Orange Tree Theatre 17

The Place 116, 122

Rachel Skinner 90

The Royal Parks 169

Origin 90

The Player 139

Racine 39

Royal Sights 96

Original London Walks 100, 223

The Poetry Caf 118

Radio Days 91

Rugby 131

Original Tagines 36

Poilane 76

Rail Terminals 232

Rules 22, 30

The Orrery 35

Pool 161

Randall & Aubin 17, 158

Oshobasho Caf 173

Porchester Spa 15, 170

Ransomes Dock 55

Osprey 72

Portobello Green 59, 83, 159

Rasa Samudra 28

Saatchi Gallery 109, 113

Outdoor Concerts 10

The Portobello 178, 186

Rays Jazz 65

Sackler Wing, RA 100

Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar &

Portobello Road 13, 159

The Reading Room, British

Sadie Coles HQ 110

Brasserie 22, 54, 91

Poste 70

Royal Oak 163

Museum 98

Sadlers Wells 116, 126

Oxo Tower Wharf 91

Poste Mistress 61

The Real Greek 48

Oysters 17

Practical Information 23031

Red Fort 27

Preen 83

Red Hot 83

St Bartholomew the Great 103

Sainsbury Wing,
National Gallery 95

Prestat 75

Red Dot 68

St Brides 14, 100

The Painted Heron 40

Pride London 11

Regents Park 13, 169

St Christophers Place 72

El Parador 50

Pride of Spitalfields 134, 148

Rellik 85

St Jamess Piccadilly 14, 100

Parks & Gardens

Primrose Hill Shopping 90

REN 69

St John 22, 46

Bunhill Fields 169

Primrose Hill Books 90

Restaurants 2055

St Jamess Park 169

Chelsea Physic Garden 171

Prince Charles Cinema 121

Cafs 220

St Jamess Square 108

Greenwich Park 174

19 Princelet Street 103

Chain Restaurants 43

St Johns Smith Square

Hampstead Heath 172

Prince of Wales 155

Gastropubs 221

Highgate Woods 173

Pringle 69

Hottest Tables 34

St Margarets Church 96, 99, 113

Holland Park 170

Prints & Posters 225

Top Choices 223

St Martin-in-the-Fields 14

Kew Gardens 175

The Proms 11

Vegetarian 222

St Mary-le-Bow 14, 100

Temple 168

Prospect of Whitby 154

For restaurants listed by area,

St Olaves 169

Victoria Embankment

The Providores/Tapa Room 23, 35

Gardens 168

Public Beware 160

Parliament Hill Lido 12

Pubs 2289

Patara 33

Pubs, Bars & Clubs 13255

see pp21018
For restaurants listed by cuisine,
see pp22022

116, 122

St Pauls Cathedral 100

St Stephen Walbrook 100
Saloon 86

RIBA 97

S&M Caf 23, 42

Patisserie Valerie 23, 26, 158

Bars 2278

Richmond 12

Sardo 29

Patogh 37

Beer Gardens 144

The Ritz 183

Satay Bar 165

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General Index
Satay House 43

South London Gallery 110

Three Kings 16

Vintage Fashion 59

The Savoy 183

Southwark Cathedral 164

Thyme 25

Vinyl Junkies 158

Scala 126

Space.NK 80

Tickets

Visit London 231

Scent Systems 68

Spaniards Inn 153

Sporting Events 131

Science Museum 102

Spitalfields Market 14, 161

Scorah Pattullo 89

Spitz 124

Tindley & Chapman 64

Wagamama 43

Seasonal Events 1011

Spymaster 70

The Tintin Shop 60

Walks 12, 13, 16

Security 230

Spas & Treatments

Tipping 231

West End Shows 120

see also Hampstead Heath, Tours

Selectadisc 158

Elemis 169

Tom Aikens 39

Selfridges 71, 79, 80, 202

Farmacia 168

Tongue & Groove 165

The Wallace Collection 101

Porchester Hall 170

Les Senteurs 75

and Original London Walks

Tonic 82

Walthamstow Stadium 16

Serpentine Gallery 101

Spaniards Inn 153

Tophams Belgravia 183

Wapping Project Space 105

Serpentine Lido 12

Stage Door Prints 64

Topshop 68

Waterloo International Rail

Shakespeares Globe 130, 164

Stansted Airport 232

Tourist Information 230

Shelf 88

Stella McCartney 58, 70

Tours 14, 233

Weekend Caf 173

Shepherds Bush Empire 117, 123

Stephen Friedman 110

Tower of London 96

The Wells 51

Shipley 65

Stingray Global Caf 161

Townhouse 142

The Westbourne 160

Shipley Media 65

Storeys 64

Tracey Boyd 76

Westbourne Park 160

Shoes & Accessories 225

Story 87

Trade at Turnmills 134

West End Shows, see Theatres

Shop 66

Strada 43

Trafalgar Tavern 135, 155, 174

Westminster Abbey 96, 99, 113

Shopping 5691

Streetlife 15665

Trailer H 135, 143

What the Butler Wore 91

Chain Stores 85

Studio Perfumery 90

Transport 2323

The Wheatsheaf 163

Department Stores 79

Stssy 62

Transport for London 233

Whistles 72

Top Choices 589

StyleLab 60

Travel Bookshop 159

White Cross 154

Traditional British Brands 69

Substation South 165

Travel Cards 232

White Cube 110, 162

For shops listed by area,

The Sugar Club 25

Travel Inn 179, 189

Whitechapel Gallery 104

Suite 20, 83

Tricycle 116, 129

The Whopee Club 19

Sutton Arms 45

Tsunami 23, 54

Wigmore Hall 13, 116, 122

Swimming 12

The Tube 232

Wild at Heart 160

Turnmills 18

The Wild Bunch 62

twentytwentyone 89

Wilkinson Gallery 15, 110

see pp21019
For shops listed by type,
see pp2225
Showroom 15

Terminal 232

Silver Moon, see Foyles

Simon Finch Rare Books 82

Tamarind 33

Sir John Soanes Museum 18, 97

Tapa Room 35

2 Willow Road 107

Tas 23, 53

The Underground 232

Windmill 153

Sixty 6 73

Tate Britain 99, 100, 113

Union Chapel 127

Windsor Castle 144

Size? 62

Tate Modern 16, 100, 111, 113

Upper Street 89

The Wolseley 15, 32

Skandium 74

Tatty Devine 88

Urban Outfitters 62

Wong Kei 25

Sketch 15, 34

Taxis 233

Smallfish Records 87

Ted Baker 60

Wren, Christopher 100, 174

Smiths of Smithfield 45

Telephones 230

V&A 16, 102

Wrens London 100

Smythson 59, 69

Temple 168

Vauxhall Tavern 134

Soane, Sir John 18, 97, 112

Temple Church 98, 168

Vertigo (bar) 145

The Social 17, 134, 140

Tendido Cero 40

Vertigo (shop) 60

Yo! Sushi 43

Soho 158

Tennis 131

Vibe Bar 134, 148, 160

Soho Square 108

Thames, see Riverboat Services

Victoria Embankment Gardens 168

Soho Theatre 120

Theatre Bars 17, 127

Victorian Cemeteries 105

Zafferano 39

Somerset House 94

Theatre Museum 95

Viet Hoa 23, 48

Zeta Bar 240

Somerset House Ice Rink 11

Theatres 116, 227

Vilma Gold 15

Zetter 179, 188

Vinopolis 163, 164

Zigfrid 162

Vintage 66

Zuma 39

see also Soane, Sir John

South Bank 17, 18, 164

South Bank Centre 129, 164

238

Buying Tickets 120

Thomas Neal Centre 62

Willma 84

Woodhams 76

Acknowledgements
Contributors

Max Alexander is a New Zealander by birth, but has

Jonathan Cox is a writer, editor and photographer who

been based in London since 1987. As a freelance

has worked for a wide range of publications, including

photographer, he has worked on a large number of

the Sunday Times and the Time Out London Eating Guide.

prestigious publications, travelling extensively to

He edited Time Outs guide to Weekend Breaks.

produce 15 travel guides for DK. He has recently

For e>>guide London, he wrote the Restaurants chapter.

completed a book on Bordeaux & its Wines for

Duncan Baird Publishers.

Lisa Ritchie is an American based in London, and has

written for various magazines and newspapers,

Produced by Blue Island Publishing

including Time Out and the Evening Standard.

www.blueisland.co.uk

Lisa was deputy editor of Time Out Shopping Guide

Editorial Director Rosalyn Thiro

2004. For e>>guide London, she wrote the Shopping and

Art Director Stephen Bere

Hotels chapters, as well as the Practical, Travel,

Editor Jane Simmonds

Seasonal and Top Choices sections.

Editorial Assistant Allen Stone

Proofreader Val Phoenix

Michael Ellis has written for a number of guidebooks

Picture Researcher Ellen Root

and listings, including the Virgin Guide to London, and

Time Outs guides to London, Eating & Drinking, Pubs &

Published by DK

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Publishing Managers Jane Ewart, Vicki Ingle and

tions for Frieze and Art Monthly, and produces the annual

Anna Streiffert

Londoners Diary. For e>>guide London, he wrote the Art &

Senior Editor Christine Stroyan

Architecture, Performance, Streetlife and Havens chapters.

Senior Designer Marisa Renzullo

Cartographic Editor Casper Morris

Andrew Humphreys is a regular bar writer for Londons

DTP Designer Jason Little

weekly culture and entertainment magazine Time Out,

Production Coordinator Louise Minihane

and for three years was the editor of the same companys
annual London Pubs & Bars Guide. For e>>guide London,
he wrote most of the Pubs, Bars & Clubs chapter.
Peterjon Cresswell is a contributor to Time Outs annual
Pubs & Bars Guide. He is regularly sent on assignment
by the London-based HPI Research Group to assess
nightlife and drinking trends in major cities across the
globe. For e>>guide London, he contributed text for the
Pubs, Bars & Clubs chapter.

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