London city boasts of some of the finest and top restaurants in the world. These top restaurants are a gourmet’s delight and a foodie’s paradise. When you are flying into London and wondering which restaurant to go, to satiate your gastronomic cravings think of these listed below. They are top notch and the crème d la crème for foodies.  

1. Le Gavroche: “This is simply London’s best” –Sunday Business the reviews are excellent and they keep pouring in. “If the whole world is getting you down, grab your coat and make a dash for Le Gavroche” says -The American. Most diners who experienced their culinary best have glorious things to say about this place. An unbeatable experience for business or just gastronomic pleasure, this is the place to go. “His (Michel Roux’s) menu is bold and original” according to another review. Albert and Michel Roux set their dream floating in 1967. Robert Redford, Charlie Chaplin are personalities who have visited this place. La Gavroche go 3 Michelin stars.   

2. The Capital Restaurant: This one is the winner of 2 Michelin stars. The head Chef is Jerome Ponchelle whose gourmet food is widely acclaimed and liked by the visitors. The 5 course Degustation menu with wine pairings is hugely popular. It is French fare at its best. “Voted best restaurant in Knights Bridge by Zagat 2011”and“Haute Couture dining” at its best. Located in Basil Street attracting world’s gourmet foodies for 35 years, this is a place to visit.

3. Gordon Ramsay: Set up in Chelsea in 1998 it was awarded 3 Michelin stars within 3 years of launch. They launched the Gordon Ramsay at Claridge’s, Petrus and The Savoy Grill with more restaurants all over the world. Gordon Ramsay is a name to reckon with in the restaurant circles.  

4. The Fat Duck: Chef Heston Blumenthal’s is unique and his ingredients and food combinations are said to be a gastronomic adventure in itself. Definitely a destination to include in your trip to enjoy their unique food. 

5. Tom Aikens:  In his words “classically simple menu or little more elaborate, you choose”. The lunch or dinner menus with seasonal ingredients and a signature style of cooking. Extensive wine list accompanies this. Winner of several awards and mentions this restaurant is a must go if you are in the vicinity. “On balance, capital’s top foodie destinations,” Time Out, eating and drinking Guide 2009. 

6. Hakkasan Hanway Place: This one opened in 2001 in London. The design is by Christian Liaigre who has lent a modern ethnic and open plan kitchen. Head chef Tong Chee Hwee with his signature dishes like Peking duck and caviar with grilled wagyu beef with king soy sauce is popular and in demand. In 2003 the restaurant was awarded the Michelin star.    

7. Chez Bruce: A relaxed, informal and eclectic atmosphere makes this restaurant one of the top restaurants in London. Nigel Platts Martin along with Bruce Poole have coveted several awards for this restaurant. The cooking is based upon classical and regional French cooking. “Modern British” goes the label for the European combination, Mediterranean flavors in the food. A must see, must eat place to include in the list .  

8. Tamarind Restaurant: "Food to die for" says NYT. Taste of modern India this is one of the first Indian restaurants to achieve Michelin star in 2000 and in 2005. Contemporary and traditional cuisine and décor is the hallmark of this place. Chef Alfred is a recognized name. 

Several top restaurants in London can be located that caters to every gourmet foodie’s cravings. The list is exhaustive but these 8 are the best to begin with.