Dining out is the number one thing visitors do in Britain, and London’s restaurant scene is one of the best in the world. We ranked the capital’s most loved restaurants by Google rating and review volume to find the tables actually worth booking.
1. Jacuzzi
Rating: 4.8 from more than 25,400 Google reviews
An Italian restaurant with one of the biggest review counts in London. Reviewers praise its lively atmosphere and consistently good Italian cooking, making it a reliable pick for a fun night out.
2. Gloria
Rating: 4.8 from more than 23,700 Google reviews
Italian fare served in an elevated dining room with a marble bar, mirrored ceiling and rich, eclectic decor. Reviewers love the theatrical setting as much as the food.
3. Dishoom King’s Cross
Rating: 4.8 from more than 19,600 Google reviews
A buzzy destination for Indian street food served in Bombay-style surroundings with vintage decor and upscale touches. Reviewers consistently call out the black daal and the breakfast naan rolls, and the queues at peak times tell their own story.
4. Fatt Pundit
Rating: 4.8 from more than 17,300 Google reviews
A compact restaurant offering Indo-Chinese cuisine and drinks in an informal, industrial-chic space. Reviewers praise the tapas-style sharing plates and fruit coolers.
5. Dishoom Kensington
Rating: 4.8 from more than 16,900 Google reviews
The Kensington sibling of the Dishoom family, serving modern Indian cooking in stylish surroundings. Reviewers rate it just as highly as the King’s Cross original, often with slightly shorter waits.
6. Amalfi Ristorante, Argyll Street
Rating: 4.8 from more than 14,700 Google reviews
A casual, stylish restaurant preparing modern takes on Italian pizza, pasta and seafood. Reviewers praise the fresh flavours and the central location near Oxford Circus.
7. Fishoria Fish and Chips
Rating: 4.8 from more than 13,300 Google reviews
Proof that the humble chippy can compete with the best of them. Reviewers rate this fish and chips restaurant among the top in the capital, a great pick for visitors wanting the classic British seaside staple without leaving London.
How we ranked them
We blended Google rating with review volume, favouring restaurants with both near-perfect scores and tens of thousands of reviews. Ratings shift over time, so check the latest reviews before booking, and for the busiest spots it is always worth reserving ahead.
