Where to Eat in London
It was so fun traveling London and seeing the variety of cuisines they have to offer. Below were some of my favorites, not only for the food, but also the unique environment each one has.
Sketch
If you haven’t heard of Sketch, you probably recognize their egg-shaped, colorful bathrooms from photos. Located in Mayfair, Sketch is the place to go if yo'u’re looking to have afternoon tea. The interior is stunning, the service was really friendly, and my favorite part was the live music; the string trio made me feel like I was in a scene from Bridgerton. While it is pricey, the experience is worth it for an occasion and you’ll walk away feeling full with maybe even leftovers to take home.
Afternoon tea
The iconic bathroom
Quality Wines
Tucked in the neighborhood of Farrington is Quality Wines, and it was my favorite restaurant we went to in London. Everything about this place was perfection from the food to the ambiance, I’m dreaming about it as I write this. It’s a cozy restaurant that also serves as a wine shop/bar that has a rotating menu each week written on a black chalkboard, which is hung up in the corner of the restaurant. Chef Nick Bramham creates Mediterranean-inspired dishes and you get to watch him cook in the open kitchen, while also being surrounded by shelves of wine along each wall. If you are in London, this is a must-try!
I love the cozy ambiance and getting to see the chef cook your meal right in front of you
Blackboard where they write their rotating menu
Clams with Corizo, White Wine, & Parsley
Paccheri with Nduja Tomato & Ricotta
Focaccia & Culatello di Zibello
Kutir
When stepping into Kutir, situated inside a Chelsea townhome, you immediately notice the intricate floral wallpaper and you are transported to a new place. Kutir serves Indian dishes inspired by India’s wildlife and countryside where Chef Rohit Ghai spent time during the early days of his career. Everything we ordered was delicious it’s no surprise that they’ve earned many awards. The flavors were bold and rich yet not too heavy, and the presentation was beautiful. If you’re looking for an intimate setting with amazing Indian food, I highly recommend Kutir!
Beautiful interiors with nice natural lighting
Meen Moilee - pan fried sea bass in a coconut sauce
Venison Black Spice - poppy seeds, garam masala with a side of Naan
From left to right: Tandori Chicken Chops, Tandori Morels with gooseberry chutney + crisp papad,& Lentil Dumplings topped with sweetened yogurt with mango sorbet + kale fritter
Gin Garden cocktails
I can’t wait to head back to London one day and try more restaurants. Drop in the comments below if you’ve tried any of these spots or have any other favorite places you’ve been to in London!
xo Kerstin