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
in United Kingdom
Based on expectations.
Restaurant Tobi Masa
Location: United Kingdom
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 Caia
Location: United Kingdom
Fire led cooking, seasonal sharing plates and natural wines come together in a laid back Notting Hill space with a late night vibe.
Restaurant Cafe Cecilia
Location: United Kingdom
Canal side favourite serving unfussy seasonal cooking, generous plates and excellent wines in a bright, relaxed East London room.
Restaurant Julie's
Location: United Kingdom
Iconic Holland Park favourite reborn with glamorous interiors, classic European plates and cocktails, blending old school charm with modern flair.
Restaurant Sune
Location: United Kingdom
Scandi inspired neighbourhood restaurant serving refined seasonal plates with thoughtful wine pairings in a calm, minimalist Hackney space.
Restaurant Westerns Laundry
Location: United Kingdom
Light filled seafood spot showcasing pristine daily catch, natural wines and simple fire led cooking in an airy converted warehouse space.
Restaurant The Pelican
Location: United Kingdom
Stylish Notting Hill pub blending elevated British cooking, premium pints and polished interiors with a lively yet laid back crowd.
Restaurant Dove
Location: United Kingdom
Elegant neighbourhood dining with refined seasonal plates, thoughtful wines and calm, understated interiors creating a quietly special experience.
Restaurant Sino
Location: United Kingdom
Ukrainian chef owner brings heartfelt flavours to Notting Hill with black pudding croquettes, crayfish, beef dumplings and soulful rye breads in a cosy room.
Restaurant Six Portland Road
Location: United Kingdom
Charming Holland Park bistro celebrating seasonal British produce with wood fired cooking, thoughtful wines and warm, unfussy hospitality.
Restaurant The Parakeet
Location: United Kingdom
Vibrant neighbourhood pub serving wood fired dishes and seasonal British plates with creative cocktails in a stylishly restored setting.
Restaurant Planque
Location: United Kingdom
A creative neighbourhood kitchen serving inventive seasonal plates in a relaxed, unfussy setting with vibrant energy and thoughtful flavours.
Restaurant Dorian
Location: United Kingdom
A buzzing Notting Hill brasserie built on prime produce and wood fired grilling, with counter seats offering front row views of confident cooking.
Restaurant Llewelyn's
Location: United Kingdom
A bright corner spot by Herne Hill station offering Mediterranean accented dishes, fresh produce and warm, youthful service at its heart.
Restaurant Trullo
Location: United Kingdom
A warm, lively neighbourhood trattoria serving beautifully crafted pastas and seasonal Italian-leaning dishes in a convivial, relaxed space.
Restaurant Marksman
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed Shoreditch kitchen celebrating seasonal, flavour-driven plates with global inspirations and a lively, unfussy neighbourhood feel.
Restaurant Ploussard
Location: United Kingdom
An intimate wine bar pairing thoughtfully curated bottles with elegant, seasonal French-leaning small plates in a cosy, convivial setting.
Restaurant BELLY
Location: United Kingdom
A vibrant contemporary kitchen offering creative small plates that highlight seasonal ingredients and bold, unexpected flavour combinations.
Restaurant Sumi
Location: United Kingdom
A lively Notting Hill sushi spot blending refined Japanese technique with wood-accented simplicity and standout nigiri, robata and temaki plates.
Restaurant The Hero
Location: United Kingdom
A beautifully revived Maida Vale pub serving classic comforts downstairs, while upstairs the grill delivers richer plates with refined flair.
Restaurant La Palombe
Location: United Kingdom
An intimate Clerkenwell table where refined seasonal dishes blend French technique with British ingredients in an elegant, light-filled setting.
Restaurant Naïfs
Location: United Kingdom
A tiny Peckham gem crafting inventive plant based plates with global accents, low intervention wines and a cosy candlelit charm.
Restaurant Mazi
Location: United Kingdom
A vibrant Greek kitchen in Notting Hill serving inventive small plates bursting with sunshine flavours, bright herbs and elegant sharing dishes.
Restaurant Brawn
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed neighbourhood dining room championing bold European flavours, natural wines and rustic plates built on superb seasonal produce.
Restaurant Paulette
Location: United Kingdom
A cosy French bistro serving classic comfort dishes, good value wines, and a warm intimate atmosphere that feels effortlessly Parisian.
Restaurant Kitchen W8
Location: United Kingdom
A warm neighbourhood favourite serving Mediterranean inspired classics, generous plates, and relaxed charm perfect for dates, lunches, or celebrations.
Restaurant Clarke's
Location: United Kingdom
A standout neighbourhood pub offering generous, ingredient led cooking, warm welcoming vibes, and unfussy dishes you will crave again and again.
Restaurant Kerfield Arms
Location: United Kingdom
A standout neighbourhood pub offering generous, ingredient led cooking, warm welcoming vibes, and unfussy dishes you will crave again and again.
Restaurant Drapers Arms
Location: United Kingdom
A timeless Islington pub pairing hearty British classics and French touches, warm service, rustic charm, and a leafy courtyard perfect for wine in the sun.
Restaurant Bar Valette
Location: United Kingdom
A lively neighbourhood bar serving Basque inspired plates, bold flavours, flowing wine, and a relaxed buzz that spills effortlessly into the evening.
Restaurant Krokodilos
Location: United Kingdom
A bold Greek inspired grill serving open fire meats, vibrant mezze, coastal flavours, and a lively atmosphere that feels warm, generous, and full of life.
Restaurant One Club Row
Location: United Kingdom
A stylish brasserie feel with classic European dishes, confident flavours, and a lively crowd that keeps the dining room buzzing late into the night.
Restaurant Pig and Butcher
Location: United Kingdom
A rustic gastropub celebrating British farm produce, with hearty meat led dishes, rotating specials, great pints, and a warm convivial atmosphere.
Restaurant The Park
Location: United Kingdom
A glamorous dining room serving refined modern plates, polished service, and a vibrant social atmosphere that feels made for long lively evenings.
Restaurant Zaika
Location: United Kingdom
Refined Indian cooking with fragrant spices, elegant presentation, and a grand setting that adds a touch of theatre to every meal.
Restaurant Upstairs at Trinity
Location: United Kingdom
An intimate upstairs dining room offering a focused seasonal tasting menu, precise cooking, and a calm refined setting for a special occasion.
Restaurant Hawksmoor
Location: United Kingdom
A temple to perfectly cooked steaks, rich sides, indulgent puddings, and classic cocktails served in a grand buzzing dining room.
Restaurant St. JOHN Bread and Wine
Location: United Kingdom
A laid back companion serving bold British classics, hearty plates, simple desserts, and an unfussy approach that celebrates honest ingredients.
Restaurant Manteca
Location: United Kingdom
Nose to tail Italian cooking with handmade pasta, superb cured meats, bold flavours, and a buzzing dining room that hums from lunch through late night.
Restaurant Island
Location: United Kingdom
Seasonal modern plates, thoughtful wines, and a relaxed neighbourhood vibe that moves effortlessly from laid back lunches to intimate late dinners.
Restaurant Sorella
Location: United Kingdom
A chic Italian neighbourhood spot for silky pasta, seasonal ingredients, great wines, and a lively yet intimate atmosphere perfect for relaxed dinners.
Restaurant Medlar
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Lively neighbourhood spot pairing pristine oysters and simply grilled seafood with seasonal plates and an easygoing wine focused vibe.
Restaurant Legare
Location: United Kingdom
Rustic Italian plates shaped by seasonal produce, handmade pasta and generous flavours served with relaxed Bermondsey warmth.
Restaurant No. Fifty Cheyne
Location: United Kingdom
Elegant Chelsea townhouse offering refined modern British plates, seasonal produce, river views and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Restaurant Bob Bob Ricard City
Location: United Kingdom
Glamorous Art Deco room serving luxurious British and French classics, famed for indulgent comfort dishes and a touch of theatrical flair.
Restaurant The Lavery
Location: United Kingdom
Intimate dining room where refined seasonal British cooking meets precise technique, elegant sauces and a quietly confident wine list.
Restaurant City Social
Location: United Kingdom
Inventive modern cooking served above the skyline, where confident flavours, slick service, and a buzzing crowd meet dramatic city views.
Restaurant Stanley's
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed neighbourhood restaurant serving seasonal European cooking, thoughtful wines, and a warm friendly atmosphere that feels effortlessly welcoming.
Restaurant Decimo
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
A modern Italian kitchen celebrating pasta, seasonal produce, and confident flavours, paired with thoughtful wines in a calm contemporary dining room.
Restaurant Pizarro
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed Spanish spot serving regional classics, generous sharing plates, great sherry, and an easygoing atmosphere that feels both authentic and inviting.
Restaurant Moro
Location: United Kingdom
Bold Moorish inspired cooking with vibrant spices, charcoal grills, rustic breads, and a lively atmosphere that feels timeless and full of soul.
Restaurant Garrison
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed neighbourhood favourite offering seasonal British cooking, quality pints, thoughtful wines, and a warm welcoming atmosphere throughout the day.
Restaurant Myrtos
Location: United Kingdom
A warm neighbourhood Greek restaurant serving generous mezze, grilled meats, comforting classics, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels genuinely welcoming.
Restaurant Elystan Street
Location: United Kingdom
Elegant modern European cooking with seasonal ingredients, polished service, and a calm refined atmosphere ideal for unhurried meals.
Restaurant Luca
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed neighbourhood spot celebrating Portuguese flavours, with seafood led plates, smoky grills, thoughtful wines, and a warm welcoming atmosphere.
Restaurant Wild Tavern
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed French wine led restaurant serving elegant seasonal dishes, generous pours, and a warm bistro atmosphere that encourages long unhurried meals.
Restaurant Donostia
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
A legendary nose to tail pioneer serving bold British classics, austere flavours, iconic dishes, and an uncompromising approach that changed London dining.
Restaurant Kudu
Location: United Kingdom
A vibrant neighbourhood restaurant blending modern European cooking with South African touches, serving bold flavours, natural wines, and a warm friendly buzz.
Restaurant Roketsu
Location: United Kingdom
An intimate Kyoto style kaiseki experience, offering exquisite seasonal courses, delicate craftsmanship, and a serene setting focused on purity and balance.
Restaurant Cloth
Location: United Kingdom
A confident neighbourhood restaurant serving seasonal British dishes, refined flavours, thoughtful wines, and a relaxed yet polished London dining room.
Restaurant The Chalk Freehouse
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
High energy Indian barbecue dining with smoky grills, rich curries, punchy cocktails, and a lively club like atmosphere made for group feasting.
Restaurant Ibai
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Refined southwest French cooking shines here, with elegant tasting menus, seasonal produce, Armagnac pairings, and a calm intimate London setting.
Restaurant Bouchon Racine
Location: United Kingdom
A classic French bistro experience with hearty Lyonnais cooking, rich sauces, good value wines, and a cosy pub setting full of character.
Restaurant OMA
Location: United Kingdom
A lively upstairs Greek inspired spot with joyful sharing plates, charcoal grills, standout pastries, coastal wines, and a terrace above Borough Market.
Restaurant Zuma
Location: United Kingdom
High energy Japanese dining with sleek interiors, pristine sushi, robata grills, and a buzzing atmosphere that feels perfect for glamorous nights out.
Restaurant Clipstone
Location: United Kingdom
A neighbourhood favourite for seasonal European cooking, offering refined sharing plates, thoughtful wines, and a relaxed yet confident London dining room.
Restaurant Camille
Location: United Kingdom
A relaxed French inspired bistro serving seasonal plates, thoughtful wines, and a laid back neighbourhood charm that feels effortlessly inviting.
Restaurant Honey & Co
Location: United Kingdom
Joyful Middle Eastern cooking with fluffy flatbreads, vibrant salads, sweet pastries, and a warm welcoming atmosphere that feels like pure comfort.
Restaurant Noble Rot
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Tom Brown at The Capital delivers refined seafood led dining, with elegant tasting menus, pristine flavours, and a calm intimate Knightsbridge setting.
Restaurant Cavita
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Refined modern British cooking, with seasonal ingredients, elegant plates, and a relaxed yet polished Fitzrovia atmosphere.
Restaurant The Sea, The Sea
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Cantinetta Antinori brings Tuscan elegance to London, pairing beautiful Italian cooking with exceptional wines in a sleek, upscale setting.
Restaurant Apricity
Location: United Kingdom
Apricity serves creative seasonal dishes with a sustainable focus, offering bold flavours, natural wines, and a warm relaxed London atmosphere.
Restaurant Café Deco
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Wildflowers serves seasonal Mediterranean plates with natural wines, in a warm relaxed London setting that feels effortlessly special.
Restaurant Elsa
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Lima brings vibrant Peruvian flavours to London, pairing zesty ceviche and smoky grills with a chic atmosphere and inventive cocktails.
Restaurant Scott's
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Tendril is a vibrant London spot for creative plant based plates, packed with bold global flavours, great cocktails, and a lively feel.
Restaurant Jamavar
Location: United Kingdom
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
Location: United Kingdom
Little Social is an intimate London gem serving modern European plates with bold flavours, thoughtful wine pairings, and a cosy atmosphere for food lovers.