Top 10 Best Restaurants in London

Which London restaurants currently hold three Michelin stars? Sketch (The Lecture Room & Library), Gordon Ramsay Restaurant in Chelsea, Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, and Core by Clare Smyth all hold three Michelin stars as of 2025.

Is The Fat Duck actually in London? No — The Fat Duck is in Bray, Berkshire, around 40 minutes from central London. It regularly appears on best-of-UK lists alongside the London venues above.

How far ahead should I book a top London restaurant? For three-star venues like Gordon Ramsay Restaurant or Core by Clare Smyth, reservations open 2–3 months in advance and sell out within hours. Check each restaurant's website for their exact release schedule.

What is a good first fine-dining restaurant in London? Restaurant Story and Brat are great entry points — both are Michelin-starred, more approachable in price than the three-star flagships, and offer menus that are easy to navigate for first-timers.

What is the most famous restaurant in London? Several London restaurants hold three Michelin stars, including Sketch (The Lecture Room & Library), The Fat Duck, Gordon Ramsay Restaurant, Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester, and Core by Clare Smyth — all featured in this list.

How were the top 10 London restaurants chosen? This list features London restaurants widely recognised by critics and guidebooks, with a focus on Michelin-starred venues and acclaimed destination dining rooms across the city.

Do I need to book in advance for these London restaurants? Yes — most of the restaurants on this list book out weeks or months ahead, especially Sketch, The Ledbury, and Dinner by Heston Blumenthal. Reserving well in advance is strongly recommended.

Are there affordable options among the best restaurants in London? This list focuses on destination fine dining, but many of the chefs featured also run more casual sister restaurants or counters elsewhere in the city.