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1. Ognisko

4.8

Exceptional(3977)

££££Price: Expensive

• Polish • South Kensington

Booked 45 times today

Ognisko restaurant on Exhibition Road in the heart of South Kensington, is just a stone’s throw away from the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall and London Imperial College. Housed in the beautiful Victorian home of Ognisko Polskie club the restaurant is focusing on the cuisines eastern and Central Europe. The bar is open all day serving light dishes as well as mouthwatering desserts. Ognisko’s bar serves a wide range of fruit and spice -infused vodkas, classic cocktails and a small range boutique beers from regional Polish breweries. The restaurant can sit up to 80 guests together with a terrace overlooking communal gardens seating up to 40. There is also a large events space on the first floor available for daytime conferences, weddings and corporate events.

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2. Q Bar & Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(68)

££££Price: Expensive

• Bistro • South Kensington

Booked 1 time today

Our spacious and newly refurbished Q Bar& Bistro restaurant with a heated terrace is the perfect place to unwind after a long day. Enjoy a wide blend of European cuisine and a robust selection of curated cocktails, selected wines and beers. Get delighted by an exuberant and unique, high end Afternoon tea experience, The animal Kingdom where kids and grown ups can have fun together, while savouring unforgettable flavours.

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3. Fait Maison: 50 Gloucester Road

4.4

Awesome(126)

££££Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • South Kensington

Booked 4 times today

Fait Maison is all about incredible, beautifully spiced food, and fabulous patisserie and desserts. Executive Chef and Creative Director Om Waleed’s dishes have a wealth of influences from Palestine, the Middle East and the Mediterranean. Our food looks amazing and tastes even better and as you’ll see ‘every dish tells a story’. Fait Maison at 50 Gloucester Road is a great favourite locally, serving up wonderful homemade food using the finest ingredients and friendly, welcoming service. Kindly note that only Fait Maison cakes are permitted in store, do get in touch in advance, if you have a celebration to order a birthday / celebration cake. During very busy periods in the summer and over the Christmas holidays, we work on a walk-in basis. Please bear with our members of staff if there is a queue, we will try to seat you as quickly as possible.

4. Little India

4.5

Awesome(246)

££££Price: Moderate

• Indian • Kensington

Craving curry in Kensington? Just head for local favourite Little India. This stylish but unpretentious restaurant on Gloucester Road is well known for its friendly staff and home-style Indian cooking. Situated close to the Royal Albert Hall and Hyde Park, it’s perfect for a post-shopping lunch or an early evening meal with friends. The chefs prepare familiar favourites like lamb pasanda and chicken jalfezi using authentic spices and traditional recipes so you can be sure they taste just as they would in India. We love their tandoori mixed grill and their signature dish – Naga Chicken, a dry dish cooked with fragrant spices and naga chillies for an extra kick. With flavours this fresh, we know you’ll be back for more!90 Minute Dining Limit PleaseWe would like to give as many people as possible an opportunity to dine with us in Little India, especially during busy periods. Thank you for your understanding

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5. Memories of India - Gloucester Road

4.8

Exceptional(215)

££££Price: Expensive

• Indian • Kensington

Since opening its doors in 1983 , Memories of India is certainly a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike. Close to Kensington Palace, Hyde Park, the Royal Albert Hall and the museums, Memories of India attracts many TV personalities, royalty and has been praised by food critics and writers, including Fay Masschler and the late Egon Ronay. The chef's prepare an indulgent mix of exotic flavours and spices, including a number of staple dishes like the chicken tikka masala, as well as original dishes like Officers' chops in a honey soy sauce, or lemon sole dipped in a blend of spices, mango extract, garlic and red chilli. There are specialities from the tandoori oven, vegetarian and gluten free choices and Gold Taste award winning desserts. With its delightful menu, friendly and welcoming atmosphere, Memories of India is an oasis.

6. Zaika Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2111)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • Kensington

Booked 18 times today

The reimagined Zaika of Kensington, newest addition to Tamarind Collection, is now ready to serve the finest in authentic Awadhi cuisine from the North of India. Heavily influenced by the Mughal and Nawabi culinary traditions, Awadhi preparations are an indulgent mix of flavours and spices, creating gourmet spreads fit for Kings.

7. Min Jiang

4.7

Exceptional(2266)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Kensington

Booked 38 times today

Situated in the heart of fashionable Kensington, on the doorstep of Hyde Park and in a lofty position on the tenth floor of the Royal Garden Hotel, Min Jiang boasts breathtaking views of Kensington Gardens and London’s skyline. The restaurant design combines striking blue and white Chinese vases against deep contemporary red walls, creating an unforgettable dining experience. The authentic and traditional approach to Asian cuisine has made the restaurant the home of Chinese fine dining for over 10 years, the highlight of any visit is the exquisite Dim Sum and the Legendary wood fired Beijing Duck. Min Jiang is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

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8. Good Earth - Knightsbridge

4.7

Exceptional(1116)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Knightsbridge

Booked 17 times today

Traditional Chinese restaurant situated in Knightsbridge popular with locals as well as business types and the shopped out from Harrods. The decor is all oriental splendour and the atmosphere relaxed and friendly. What's cooking? Traditional Chinese fare. Signature dishes include crispy fragrant duck, steamed seabass and mixed seafood platter. Plenty of vegetarian choices with faux chicken and prawn dishes and a monk's casserole - a mixture of preserved and fresh vegetables cooked in a clay pot. Please do keep in mind, we do have seating for both upstairs and downstairs so set a reservation anytime!

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9. Hispania Kensington

4.7

Exceptional(42)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Kensington

Welcome to Hispania Kensington. We are offering just a cold menu on sundays and mondays. Please, have this in mind if you are booking for one of theses days. We look forward to serving you soon!.

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10. LONDON SECRET GARDEN BY UMAMI

4.0

Excellent(35)

££££Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • South Kensington

Booked 4 times today

It's the ultimate atmospheric space in this SECRET GARDEN, a place to relax, entertain, celebrate a birthday, enjoy time with colleagues or settle in with friends and family for a few hours in your own heaven. We offer a scrumptious a la Carte menu or why not try our Special Menus and Experiences every day FARMERS GRILL SHARING MENU PRIVATE DINING in DOME - THE SAKURA COLLECTION PRIVATE DINING in DOME - THE PALATE OF ORIENT - GOURMET OF ASIA.

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Lisa
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful evening very vibrant and buzzing venue outstanding service and lovely food thank you
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OgniskoPrice: Expensive• Polish• South Kensington
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4.8
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WaliB
London •1 review
4.0
Dined on 14 Mar 2025
The staff was unwelcoming and behaving weirdly. Wasn’t a good experience for welcome and they looked judgmental.
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Fait Maison: 50 Gloucester RoadPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• South Kensington
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4.4
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MarcusAurelius
Philadelphia County •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Authentic, quick and great value but so hard in London with so many great Indian restaurants to try
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Little IndiaPrice: Moderate• Indian• Kensington
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4.5
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Nick
Yorkshire •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Feb 2025
Last minute Valentines meal and exceeded all our expectations, the staff were phenomenal and the food very special. Excellent location for the Albert Hall. Will definitely be going back👍
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Q Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Bistro• South Kensington
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4.3
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Kim
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Dec 2024
Always have a great meal & excellent service!! Recommend!
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Memories of India - Gloucester RoadPrice: Expensive• Indian• Kensington
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4.8

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