Where to Eat in Central London: Fine Dining Restaurants From Around the World

Your search for the perfect fine-dining restaurant in London ends here. This article will tell you exactly where to eat in Central London if you want to experience the best of international cuisines.

Whether you’re looking for a bistro, a Michelin-rated fine dining restaurant, or an extravagant date spot, you’ll find it here. Not to mention, if you want to explore the Mayfair nightlife after your meal, we’ve included a few recommendations in there that will get you excited.

Il Borro Tuscan Bistro London

Il Borro Tuscan Bistro London is a one-of-a-kind restaurant in Central London that serves authentic Tuscan flavours. The restaurant also has a marvellous wine collection shipped from the Il Borro vineyard and winery in Valdarno, Tuscany.

While Il Borro bistro specialises in serving rustic and hearty meals, it has the design of an upscale restaurant. This stunning elegance echoes everywhere, from the atmosphere to the food. After all, who said that a hearty dish can’t look sexy?

That said, the Il Borro menu has a few items you can’t miss out on - Tuscan baby chicken, pappa al pomodoro (Tuscan bread soup), peposa (red wine braised beef), and last but not least, the black truffle tagliatelle. At this point, we should remind you to make room for dessert because people tend to get carried away at Il Borro.

To top it all off, the restaurant keeps its music soft and gentle to create an intimate atmosphere. However, if you really want to spice things up, you should book a table at The Box Soho, only an 8-min drive away.

IT London

IT London is a must-go upscale Italian restaurant in Central London whether you’re going there for a date spot or a girls’ night out. What sets them apart from the competition are two things: their retro-chic restaurant design and their signature tomato sauce made from sweet Vesuvio tomatoes.

The main difference between Italian cuisine and Tuscan cuisine is that Italian dishes are richer in flavour. They also have a wide range - from light to heavy dishes - while Tuscan dishes tend to be more hearty all across the board.

You’ll see these features highlighted in the comprehensive IT London menu. In case you’ve got a fear of missing out, make sure you try at least one of these: pizza, pasta, oysters, sea bass, and lamb.

With the chill DJ beats in the background, you’re guaranteed to have a good time at IT London. For the ultimate Mayfair experience, we recommend you join the guestlist or book a table at Tape, a Mayfair nightclub and celebrity hotspot.

Sexy Fish Mayfair

If you’re dressed to the nines, craving Asian food, and wondering where to eat in Central London, you can’t go wrong with Sexy Fish Mayfair.

Simply put, it’s one of the most elegant restaurants in Mayfair, so you’ll get to take your fair share of photos for the Gram and enjoy a delicious meal. This is also what makes the restaurant a great choice before a clubbing night, especially because it is less than a 4-min drive away from TABU London - a Japan-inspired exclusive nightclub.

The Sexy Fish Mayfair menu features dishes that are heavily inspired by Japanese cuisine. While the menu contains an impressive collection of both classic and fusion dishes, these ones steal the show: crispy duck & watermelon salad, wagyu gyoza, and salt and pepper squid.

While you’re enjoying your meal, Sexy Fish’s in-house DJ will help put you in the right mood for an elegant evening about town. Not to mention, a good DJ is the best way to get comfortable at a restaurant.

Inca London

Inca London is one of the top South American restaurants in Central London. Amazing food, a perfect photo location, and a members’ club that hosts parties until late into the night.

Southern American cuisine is all about warmth, colours, and stimulation of the senses. Inca London combines this authentic experience with a touch of Soho sophistication to create its own unique take on a Latin American restaurant.

The Inca London menu is rich with a variety of textures, colours, flavours, and aromas. You’ll find beloved Latin classics, like the Amazonia butterfly sea bream. You’ll also find tantalising fusion dishes, like the bluefin tuna tacos, Lumina lamb asado, and yellowtail hamachi tiradito.

After you’ve taken your share of pictures next to Inca’s mosaic staircase and have enjoyed a delicious meal, we recommend you visit the notorious Cirque Le Soir club in Mayfair.

Only a six minute drive from Inca, Cirque Le Soir is one of the best clubs in Mayfair next to Tape. Known for their shows and entertainment, the nights can get pretty crazy at Cirque, so make sure you join the Cirque guestlist or book a Cirque club table before the big night.

Bob Bob Ricard London

Designed after the Royal Yacht Britannia, Bob Bob Ricard is one of the most decadent restaurants in Central London. The restaurant currently has two locations in the United Kingdom: Soho and City of London, but regardless of where you go, you’ll have the time of your life.

Bob Bob Ricard London specialises in French, English, and Russian cuisines. However, what puts this restaurant on the map is their “press for champagne” buttons on every table and their signature dessert, the ‘Chocolate Glory’.

The Bob Bob Ricard menu is as extravagant as the restaurant. You’ve got a selection of vodka shots chilled to -18°C, a palate-teasing assortment of caviars, and several delicacies for mains and appetisers.

While there are no wrong choices, our top picks for Bob Bob Ricard are the: truffle and champagne humble pie, truffle potato and mushroom vareniki, and the ‘BBR Signature Chocolate Glory’.

Meraki London

For those who have an appreciation for Mediterranean cultures and cuisines, Meraki London brings to you the best of what Greek cuisine has to offer. Not only that, but with an intimate upstairs bar and an exclusive underground lounge - also known as The Living Room - you can already tell this place is a must.

What we love most about Meraki restaurant is how its rustic design and use of space express the venue’s strong identity. Everything, from the exposed brick walls to the table placements, reflects the warm, welcoming, and community-oriented atmosphere that Mediterranean cultures are so famous for.

To top it all off, Meraki London gives off all the warmth while maintaining a particular aura of sophistication that is unique to the Meraki brand. Not just in their main dining room, but in their intimate bar which is a well-known spot for an evening cocktail. Not to mention, The Living Room exclusive lounge which is discreetly located behind a wine shelf and a secret entrance.

Offering unmatched hospitality and a spectacular take on classic Greek cuisine, Meraki London is one of the finest Greek restaurants in Central London.

There’s no shortage of restaurants in Mayfair and the surrounding areas, but not all will give you the luxurious night you’re looking for. If you want to go clubbing or are wondering where to eat in Central London, contact us and we’ll help you join the guestlist or book a table at your venue of choice.