Where Nieves Barragan actually eats in London
chef-owner, Sabor & Legado · 25 picks
Where does Nieves Barragan eat in London? Nieves Barragan has named 25 places in London: Trinity, Guinea Grill, TOAD Bakery, The Devonshire, Three Sheets Soho and 20 more. Each one is listed below with the source, in their own words where they gave them.
Nieves Barragán Mohacho runs Sabor in Mayfair and Legado in Shoreditch, after ten years as executive chef at Barrafina. Her London list runs from breakfast at HIDE, close to Sabor, to Smoking Goat, which she calls her second home, and The Devonshire, five minutes from Sabor and run by her friend Oisín Rogers.
Trinity
Trinity in Clapham is beautifully done and universally appealing.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
Guinea Grill
My top picks are always The French House or The Guinea Grill – both so good.
Said on 50 Best · read
TOAD Bakery
TOAD in Peckham. You must try Millie Lagares’ Japanese curry pastry if it’s available – filled with beef curry, melting cheese, pickled daikon and carrot flowers in a croissant basket. So good.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
order: Japanese curry pastry
The Devonshire
The Devonshire. It’s just five minutes from Sabor, which is very convenient! I’m friends with Oisín [Rogers] – what he’s created here is incredible. It’s always packed, but if you can sneak into the back room, it’s such a cosy spot. Every visit gets better.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
Three Sheets Soho
Three Sheets in Soho has perfect cocktails and is always a great time.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
Row on 5
Row on 5 in Mayfair is one of my favourites. The sleek interior pairs beautifully with a modern British menu. Jason Atherton opened it in November 2024 and I went with my business partner at Christmas – everything was immaculate. Each dish was clean, elegant and executed to perfection. The whole experience was carefully considered: we started with canapés downstairs, were then shown into a private room through a beautiful walk-in cellar and finally dined upstairs overlooking the open kitchen.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
HIDE
It’s a gorgeous space flooded with natural light and has everything you’d ever want from a breakfast menu. I go for a mix of ultra-fresh fruits and yoghurt and always order some of the incredible pastries to bring to Sabor to share with the team.
Said on 50 Best · read
The French House
My top picks are always The French House or The Guinea Grill – both so good.
Said on 50 Best · read
Best restaurant in London, the French House.
Said on TopJaw · watch
Berenjak Soho
Berenjak is a brilliant spot for a quick, flavourful meal. They usually have space for walk-ins, and I love their unique take on Persian food.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
Nola Coffee
Nola in Peckham has great croissants, nice coffee and big windows that fill the place with light. A lovely way to start the day.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
Kitchen Table
Kitchen Table is a truly special experience. I love the intimacy of sitting at the horseshoe counter, watching the chefs at work and being part of the creative energy in the room.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
BRAT Restaurant
The menu is so creative without trying too hard and the atmosphere is always fantastic.
Said on 50 Best · read
I love Brat as well.
Said on Plum Guide · read
Benares Mayfair
Benares. When I visited, the newly renovated space felt so intimate and warm. Plus, I know the chef and he’s fantastic – it’s a great spot for a date night.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
Smoking Goat Shoreditch
Smoking Goat is my second home! I often go there after service for a quick bite before I go home.
Said on SquareMeal · read
They have a pan fried squid. The squid is super tender, super tasty. I will have that one a day.
Said on TopJaw · watch
order: pan fried squid
Kiln
I love Kiln because it’s nearby - it’s one for my break or before I go home.
Said on Plum Guide · read
I also love to go to KOL, Kiln and St. JOHN.
Said on Quintessentially · read
Gymkhana
Gymkhana is always fun. The food is amazing and perfect for groups – their tasting menu is available for up to 16 guests, and they even have a private vault you can book.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
A. Wong
I also love A. Wong. Andrew is not only a good friend but also an incredible chef. I often visit his restaurant and I’m always blown away – the flavours are so vibrant and truly authentic to Chinese cuisine.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
The Ninth
The Ninth by Jun Tanaka is absolutely excellent. Understated but always delivers.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
KOL
Go for lunch with a bunch of people and order as many dishes as you can to share – always with a cold beer.
Said on 50 Best · read
AngloThai
The flavour of the rice. It was perfect for me. It was like boom boom.
Said on TopJaw · watch
order: rice
St. John
Best bakery, St John's Bakery. Best donut.
Said on TopJaw · watch
order: doughnut
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Published 2026-10-22