Where to eat in London in July 2025

The city’s food scene is always changing, and this month brings a new wave of places to explore. From recent restaurant openings and seasonal menus to chef collaborations, outdoor terraces and late-night spots, there’s something for every plan and palate. Whether you’re after modern British cooking, Middle Eastern flavours, Italian classics, seafood or grilled dishes, this guide highlights some of the best places to try across the capital right now.

Noreen

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#FLODown: A brand-new Middle Eastern restaurant bringing vibrant flavours to St Christopher’s Place. Noreen is led by Head Chef Mehdi Hani, who presents a menu of shareable mezze, flatbreads from a Tannour oven, fire-grilled meats, and slow-cooked dishes full of soul. The cocktail list, developed with Mr Lyan, includes creative blends with black lime, tahini and hibiscus.

Location: 28-32 St Christopher's Pl, London W1U 1NU. Website: noreenrestaurant.com. Instagram: @noreenrestaurant

OWO Paper Moon

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#FLODown: A slice of Milan in central London, Paper Moon at The OWO blends classic Italian hospitality with refined flavours and a beautiful outdoor terrace. Surrounded by olive trees and pop culture portraits, the menu features traditional Milanese dishes alongside regional Italian favourites, perfect for long, leisurely meals in the sun.

Location: The OWO, Whitehall, London SW1A 2EU. Website: papermoonrestaurants.com. Instagram: @papermoonlondon

Pippin’s

Pippin’s Restaurant. Image credit James McDonald

#FLODown: Chef Liam Fauchard-Newman (ex-Holborn Dining Room, The Ledbury) brings modern British cooking to the elegant Pippin’s, inside the new Templeton Garden Hotel. Expect a warm, home-from-home atmosphere, an open kitchen, and seasonal dishes served in a serene garden setting.

Click here for our full review of Pippin’s.

Location: Templeton Garden, 1-15 Templeton Place, London SW5 9NB.Website: templetongarden.com/pippins Instagram: @pippinsrestaurant

The Black Cow

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#FLODown: Now open at The Stage, The Black Cow offers bold open-fire cooking with a twist of Middle Eastern flair. From lamb cornbread with whipped butter to steaks cooked over flame and finished with burning herbs, this is a meaty, smoky feast with thoughtful desserts and a drinks list that mixes Turkish coffee cocktails with Old World wines.

Location: 30 Curtain Road, Shoreditch, London, EC2A 3NL.Website: theblackcow.co.uk. Instagram: @theblackcowlondon

Fire & Wine by Boxcar

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#FLODown: Boxcar Bar & Grill has been reborn as Fire & Wine, with Zisis Gkalmpenis leading a Mediterranean-inspired, fire-led kitchen. Think Iberico pork with cherries, Galician beef, and delicate seasonal dishes like brill with wild garlic. The wine list focuses on sustainable, small-batch producers, including the house rosé created with Château Saint-Maur in Provence.

Location: 23 New Quebec St, London W1H 7SD. Website: fireandwine.co.uk. Instagram: @fireandwinelondon

The Barbary

The Barbary, Notting Hill. Image courtesy of The Barbary.

#FLOLondon: One of London’s best North African-inspired restaurants, The Barbary serves rich, vibrant dishes in a cosy counter setting in Neal’s Yard. Watch the chefs at work as you enjoy their must-try Jerusalem bagel. Their Notting Hill location offers a more spacious layout with the same flavour-packed menu and friendly service.

Location: The Covent Garden address is 16 Neal's Yard, London, WC2H 9DP. The Notting Hill location is at 112 Westbourne Grove, London, W2 5RU. Website: thebarbary.co.uk. Instagram: @thebarbary

Rick Stein – Jack’s Seafood Odyssey

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#FLODown: Rick Stein’s Jack’s Seafood Odyssey returns with a menu that celebrates the British coastline and global inspiration. Think mussel skewers with calamansi lime, cuttlefish pad Thai, and deep-fried sea bass with Isaan salad. These special evenings bring together great seafood, storytelling, and guest chef collaborations.

Location: Tideway Yard, 125 Mortlake High St, London SW14 8SW. Website: rickstein.com. Instagram: @ricksteinrestaurants

Kuro Late at Kuro London

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#FLODown: Every Thursday, Kuro Late transforms into an intimate wine bar in Notting Hill. It’s the perfect hideaway for curated wine selections and relaxed evening vibes. Ideal for date nights or quiet catch-ups with great pours.

Location: 3 Hillgate Street, Notting Hill, London W8 7SP. Website: kuro-london.com. Instagram: @kuro.london