Laurel Awards
Based on expectations.
We select an expectation level before visiting a restaurant, and we award laurels in five different areas based on the selected expectation.
The total laurels awarded equal the overall score across the five categories.
One laurel
One laurel is given when a restaurant lives up to expectations.
Two laurels
Two laurels are given when a restaurant delivers beyond expectations.
Three laurels
Three laurels are given when a restaurant delivers exceptionally above expectations.
Best restaurants
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Based on expectations.
Restaurant À La Kämp
Elegant, French-inspired cuisine rooted in Nordic tradition, delivering timeless dishes crafted with care and served in a refined, historic setting.
Restaurant Nokka
Nokka is a pioneer of wild and sustainable cuisine, offering innovative dishes made from pure seasonal flavours, wild fish, game and organic local produce.
Restaurant Brasserie Lionne
Brasserie Lionne brings modern French flair to seasonal ingredients, crafting vibrant classics served in a warm, elegant and effortlessly stylish atmosphere.
Restaurant Bardot
Bardot offers French-inspired cuisine, fine wines and a chic, intimate atmosphere that captures the elegance and charm of classic Parisian dining.
Restaurant Rue Madame
Rue Madame serves modern French brasserie classics with vibrant flavors, fine wines and a chic, welcoming atmosphere inspired by the charm of Parisian dining.
Restaurant Vinkkeli
Vinkkeli offers timeless European flavours with a Finnish touch, fine wines and warm hospitality, all in an elegant yet relaxed brasserie setting.
Restaurant Boon Nam
Boon Nam in Helsinki offers authentic Thai cuisine with bold flavours, house-made dishes and elegant cocktails, celebrating balance, craft and shared dining.
Restaurant Carl Wilhelm
Experience seasonal delights at Restaurant Carl Wilhelm, located in the beautiful Vanajanlinna Castle with refined flavours and timeless 1920s charm.
Restaurant Le Coucou Vert
Le Coucou Vert celebrates French cuisine with a playful twist, serving elegant, seasonal dishes in a lively, relaxed atmosphere full of charm and character.
Restaurant Esmes
Esmes delights with Nordic flavors and playful creativity, serving vibrant dishes and warm hospitality in a lively, stylish setting on Iso Roobertinkatu.
Restaurant Pompier
Pompier honors timeless European brasserie traditions with hearty flavors and classic dishes crafted with care, comfort and contemporary charm.
Restaurant Kappeli
Since 1867, Kappeli has been Helsinki’s heart, a timeless meeting place celebrating Finnish flavors, seasons, and culinary tradition.
Restaurant Farang
Farang showcases bold Southeast Asian flavors with modern finesse, blending sweet, sour, salty and spicy notes into vibrant dishes made to share.
Restaurant Bronda
Bronda draws on Spanish, Italian and French flavors, crafting stylish classics with global inspiration, paired with standout wines and rare champagnes.
Restaurant Shelter
Shelter, located in a historic Kanavaranta warehouse, serves heartfelt Nordic cuisine with seasonal flavours, and warm, genuine hospitality by the sea.
Restaurant Flor
Flor is a vibrant culinary hideaway where Nordic ingredients meet global inspiration, creating bold, artful dishes in effortlessly stylish setting.
Restaurant Nolla
Nolla offers innovative zero-waste dining with bold seasonal flavours, local ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere that celebrates sustainability and creativity.
Restaurant Stringberg
Our second-floor restaurant offers a cozy yet urban setting for lunch or dinner. Enjoy simple Nordic cuisine, fine wines, and international-inspired flavors.
Restaurant SOLEN
SOLEN brings Mediterranean warmth and smoky flavors together in a vibrant space where wood fired cooking, great music and lively energy set the tone.
Restaurant Pastis
Pastis brings Parisian charm to Finnish ingredients, serving classic French flavours, fine wines and warm brasserie hospitality in the heart of the city.
Restaurant Lappi
Lappi brings the spirit of the North to the table with authentic Lapland flavors, wild ingredients and warm, rustic hospitality rooted in tradition.
Restaurant Savotta
Savotta celebrates traditional Finnish cuisine with forest- and lake-inspired flavors, serving nostalgic dishes that honor heritage and genuine local craft.
Restaurant Natura
An intimate restaurant showcasing modern Finnish cuisine, highlighting local game, seasonal vegetables and responsibly sourced seafood with creative flair.
Restaurant Tobi Masa
Tobi Masa is a sleek London destination for luxury Japanese dining, serving pristine sushi, refined small plates, and a glamorous atmosphere for special nights.
Restaurant B.A.R.
B.A.R. invites seafood lovers to hand-pick fresh fish and shellfish grilled to order, served in a lively waterfront bistro with casual charm and great flavor.
Restaurant Medlar
Confident modern European cooking with bold flavours, generous portions, smart wine pairings, and a polished yet welcoming Chelsea dining room.
Restaurant Chapel Market Kitchen Oyster Bar & Grill
Lively neighbourhood spot pairing pristine oysters and simply grilled seafood with seasonal plates and an easygoing wine focused vibe.
Restaurant Legare
Rustic Italian plates shaped by seasonal produce, handmade pasta and generous flavours served with relaxed Bermondsey warmth.
Restaurant No. Fifty Cheyne
Elegant Chelsea townhouse offering refined modern British plates, seasonal produce, river views and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Restaurant Bob Bob Ricard City
Glamorous Art Deco room serving luxurious British and French classics, famed for indulgent comfort dishes and a touch of theatrical flair.
Restaurant The Lavery
Intimate dining room where refined seasonal British cooking meets precise technique, elegant sauces and a quietly confident wine list.
Restaurant City Social
Inventive modern cooking served above the skyline, where confident flavours, slick service, and a buzzing crowd meet dramatic city views.
Restaurant Stanley's
A relaxed neighbourhood restaurant serving seasonal European cooking, thoughtful wines, and a warm friendly atmosphere that feels effortlessly welcoming.
Restaurant Decimo
A stylish rooftop destination for modern Mexican and Spanish flavours, with bold plates, creative cocktails, and sweeping city views that elevate every visit.
Restaurant Morchella
A modern Italian kitchen celebrating pasta, seasonal produce, and confident flavours, paired with thoughtful wines in a calm contemporary dining room.
Restaurant Pizarro
A relaxed Spanish spot serving regional classics, generous sharing plates, great sherry, and an easygoing atmosphere that feels both authentic and inviting.
Restaurant Moro
Bold Moorish inspired cooking with vibrant spices, charcoal grills, rustic breads, and a lively atmosphere that feels timeless and full of soul.
Restaurant Garrison
A relaxed neighbourhood favourite offering seasonal British cooking, quality pints, thoughtful wines, and a warm welcoming atmosphere throughout the day.
Restaurant Myrtos
A warm neighbourhood Greek restaurant serving generous mezze, grilled meats, comforting classics, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels genuinely welcoming.
Restaurant Elystan Street
Elegant modern European cooking with seasonal ingredients, polished service, and a calm refined atmosphere ideal for unhurried meals.
Restaurant Luca
A polished Italian dining room serving refined pasta, superb ingredients, excellent wines, and a glamorous yet relaxed atmosphere perfect for long evenings.
Restaurant Volta Do Mar
A relaxed neighbourhood spot celebrating Portuguese flavours, with seafood led plates, smoky grills, thoughtful wines, and a warm welcoming atmosphere.
Restaurant Wild Tavern
A cosy neighbourhood pub offering elevated seasonal cooking, great wines, and a relaxed friendly atmosphere that feels perfect for long lunches or dinners.
Restaurant Cabotte
A relaxed French wine led restaurant serving elegant seasonal dishes, generous pours, and a warm bistro atmosphere that encourages long unhurried meals.
Restaurant Donostia
A Basque style bar and grill serving pristine seafood, charcoal cooked meats, excellent pintxos, and a lively atmosphere perfect for relaxed feasting and drinks
Restaurant St. JOHN
A legendary nose to tail pioneer serving bold British classics, austere flavours, iconic dishes, and an uncompromising approach that changed London dining.
Restaurant Kudu
A vibrant neighbourhood restaurant blending modern European cooking with South African touches, serving bold flavours, natural wines, and a warm friendly buzz.
Restaurant Roketsu
An intimate Kyoto style kaiseki experience, offering exquisite seasonal courses, delicate craftsmanship, and a serene setting focused on purity and balance.
Restaurant Cloth
A confident neighbourhood restaurant serving seasonal British dishes, refined flavours, thoughtful wines, and a relaxed yet polished London dining room.
Restaurant The Chalk Freehouse
A stylish modern pub offering elevated British plates, great pints, and a relaxed neighbourhood buzz that works just as well for dinner or drinks.
Restaurant Brigadiers
High energy Indian barbecue dining with smoky grills, rich curries, punchy cocktails, and a lively club like atmosphere made for group feasting.
Restaurant Ibai
Basque style cooking takes centre stage here, with pristine seafood, premium meats, and wood fired grilling served in a sleek, confident London setting.
Restaurant Club Gascon
Refined southwest French cooking shines here, with elegant tasting menus, seasonal produce, Armagnac pairings, and a calm intimate London setting.
Restaurant Bouchon Racine
A classic French bistro experience with hearty Lyonnais cooking, rich sauces, good value wines, and a cosy pub setting full of character.
Restaurant OMA
A lively upstairs Greek inspired spot with joyful sharing plates, charcoal grills, standout pastries, coastal wines, and a terrace above Borough Market.
Restaurant Zuma
High energy Japanese dining with sleek interiors, pristine sushi, robata grills, and a buzzing atmosphere that feels perfect for glamorous nights out.
Restaurant Clipstone
A neighbourhood favourite for seasonal European cooking, offering refined sharing plates, thoughtful wines, and a relaxed yet confident London dining room.
Restaurant Camille
A relaxed French inspired bistro serving seasonal plates, thoughtful wines, and a laid back neighbourhood charm that feels effortlessly inviting.
Restaurant Honey & Co
Joyful Middle Eastern cooking with fluffy flatbreads, vibrant salads, sweet pastries, and a warm welcoming atmosphere that feels like pure comfort.
Restaurant Noble Rot
Noble Rot pairs exceptional wines with modern European cooking, offering thoughtful plates, historic surroundings, and a relaxed yet cultured London vibe.
Restaurant Tom Brown at The Capital
Tom Brown at The Capital delivers refined seafood led dining, with elegant tasting menus, pristine flavours, and a calm intimate Knightsbridge setting.
Restaurant Cavita
Cavita celebrates vibrant Mexican cooking with bold flavours, colourful plates, and a warm lively atmosphere that feels perfect for sharing and mezcal sipping.
Restaurant 74 Charlotte Street by Ben Murphy
Refined modern British cooking, with seasonal ingredients, elegant plates, and a relaxed yet polished Fitzrovia atmosphere.
Restaurant The Sea, The Sea
The Sea, The Sea is a charming seafood focused restaurant, serving beautifully cooked fish, seasonal plates, and coastal flavours in a relaxed London setting.
Restaurant Three Darlings
Three Darlings is a cosy London neighbourhood restaurant serving creative modern dishes, great wines, and a warm welcoming vibe that feels like home.
Restaurant The Fuji Grill
The Fuji Grill serves comforting Japanese favourites with a refined touch, offering perfectly grilled bites, fresh sushi, and a calm welcoming London vibe.
Restaurant Noizé
Noizé is a relaxed London wine bar with inventive European small plates, natural bottles, and a friendly buzz that’s perfect for sharing and sipping.
Restaurant Corrigan's Mayfair
Corrigan’s Mayfair celebrates modern British cooking with superb seasonal ingredients, warm hospitality, and an elegant setting made for leisurely dinners.
Restaurant Les 110 de Taillevent
Les 110 de Taillevent blends elegant French cooking with a brilliant wine pairing concept, creating a refined London experience for true wine lovers.
Restaurant Cantinetta Antinori
Cantinetta Antinori brings Tuscan elegance to London, pairing beautiful Italian cooking with exceptional wines in a sleek, upscale setting.
Restaurant Apricity
Apricity serves creative seasonal dishes with a sustainable focus, offering bold flavours, natural wines, and a warm relaxed London atmosphere.
Restaurant Café Deco
Café Deco is a charming Soho bistro serving seasonal European comfort food, great wines, and a warm old school vibe perfect for date nights.
Restaurant Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay
Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay delivers high energy Asian inspired dining, with sushi, robata grills, slick cocktails, and a buzzing late night vibe.
Restaurant pahli hill
Pahli Hill brings bold Indian comfort food to London, with vibrant small plates, rich curries, and a relaxed modern setting made for sharing.
Restaurant The Ninth
The Ninth is a neighbourhood gem for modern European sharing plates, top notch wines, and a lively yet intimate atmosphere in the heart of London.
Restaurant Wildflowers
Wildflowers serves seasonal Mediterranean plates with natural wines, in a warm relaxed London setting that feels effortlessly special.
Restaurant Elsa
Elsa is a cosy London wine bar with French inspired small plates, beautiful bottles, and a relaxed candlelit vibe perfect for lingering evenings.
Restaurant Cord by Le Cordon Bleu
Cord by Le Cordon Bleu offers refined French inspired dining, with elegant seasonal plates, fine wines, and a polished setting near St Paul’s.
Restaurant Lima
Lima brings vibrant Peruvian flavours to London, pairing zesty ceviche and smoky grills with a chic atmosphere and inventive cocktails.
Restaurant Scott's
Scott’s is a timeless London icon for immaculate seafood, crisp champagne, and elegant service in a glamorous dining room made for special occasions.
Restaurant Arros QD
Arros QD brings the spirit of Spain to London with sizzling wood fired paellas, smoky tapas, and a lively dining room made for sharing and celebration.
Restaurant Tendril
Tendril is a vibrant London spot for creative plant based plates, packed with bold global flavours, great cocktails, and a lively feel.
Restaurant Jamavar
Jamavar brings refined Indian dining to Mayfair, pairing rich regional flavours with elegant interiors, attentive service, and a menu made to impress.
Restaurant Little Social
Little Social is an intimate London gem serving modern European plates with bold flavours, thoughtful wine pairings, and a cosy atmosphere for food lovers.
Restaurant Canton Blue
Canton Blue is a sleek London spot for modern Chinese dining, with vibrant flavours, elegant interiors, and dishes that feel perfect for sharing and indulgence.
Restaurant Humo
Humo dazzles with fire led fine dining, where seasonal ingredients meet smoky artistry in a sleek setting made for an unforgettable London splurge.
Restaurant Kanishka
Kanishka blends bold Indian flavours with elegant flair, serving vibrant regional dishes in a stylish setting perfect for celebrations or a memorable night out.
Restaurant Bombay Bustle
Bombay Bustle serves playful Indian street food favourites with bold spices, stylish interiors, and a lively atmosphere inspired by Mumbai’s bustling cafés.
Restaurant Silva
Silva is a cosy London favourite for elegant Mediterranean dishes, warm hospitality, and beautifully plated flavours that feel perfect for any occasion.
Restaurant The Cocochine
The Cocochine is a chic London spot serving vibrant Asian inspired flavours in a stylish setting, perfect for date nights, cocktails, and sharing plates.
Restaurant Sketch, The Gallery
A playful, design led room made for afternoon tea and Champagne, where art, colour, and a party mood turn dining into an experience.
Restaurant Zahter
A modern Turkish kitchen celebrating regional recipes, where fresh herbs, bold spices, and generous sharing plates bring warmth and colour to the table.
Restaurant Nobu London Old Park Lane
A polished flagship blending Japanese precision and Peruvian flair, serving iconic dishes in a sleek Mayfair setting with assured, international glamour.
Restaurant Labombe by Trivet
A wine led dining room with modern European plates, where thoughtful cooking, relaxed polish, and a serious cellar encourage lingering evenings.
Restaurant Tamarind Kitchen
A relaxed offshoot of a Mayfair classic, serving refined Indian dishes in a lighter, more casual setting that suits quick lunches and easy dinners.
Restaurant HIMI
A serene Japanese counter focused on precision and seasonality, where minimalism, flawless technique, and quiet focus shape an intimate experience.
Restaurant Lilibet's
A polished all day café restaurant offering elegant classics, attentive service, and a calm, club like atmosphere suited to lingering conversations.
Restaurant Wild by Tart
A stylish neighbourhood restaurant serving modern Mediterranean food, where open kitchens, warm tones, and seasonal plates create an easy charm.
Restaurant TOWN
A high energy dining room celebrating British produce, where playful snacks, seasonal plates, and sharp value lunches make it a perfect place to start the night
Restaurant Donia
A refined Filipino dining room blending tradition and modern technique, where vibrant flavours and thoughtful presentation give comfort food new depth.
