Gentleman's Journal

“I like casual but tasty food, and St John is where I like to go after work. The devilled kidneys on toast is one of the most delicious dishes in London.” — Richard Turner

“Failing that Black Ax Mangal or Quality Chop House are both cooking up a storm.” — Richard Turner

“I first visited it 11 years ago and nothing has beaten it since then” — James Knappett

“The Slip Sole in Seaweed Butter is one of the most simple and delicious dishes I’ve ever had.” — Tom Kerridge

“elegant fine dining” — Rafael Cagali

“nice Italian tapas and vermouth bar” — Rafael Cagali

“great local restaurant” — Rafael Cagali

“Stevie is a brilliant chef, and they always have the nicest team at the bar” — James Lowe

“Rochelle Canteen at the Institute of Culinary Arts is also really great. It opened last year and the menu changes quite frequently, but what I like about it the most is the simplicity of the food – it’s just properly delicious and very real and accessible.” — Skye Gyngell

“For special occasions, I love to eat at River Café; I feel really at home there and it’s close to where I live in Shepherd’s Bush. I especially love their pasta and Dover sole from the wood fired oven.” — Skye Gyngell

“It closes at 3:30am every day, and I often go there after a busy Saturday night service at Pied à Terre” — Asimakis Chaniotis

“Brasserie Zédel is great for a quick bite and stays open until midnight – plus it’s only minutes away from my central London restaurants. I go for the duck confit with a glass of lovely burgundy.” — Jason Atherton

“great getaway experience” — Rafael Cagali

“one of the most exciting counter-dining concepts in Europe” — Mark Birchall

“My current favourite spot is Kettner’s Townhouse. I love what Nick Jones and Soho House have done with this iconic restaurant and it’s rocking, very stylish, laid back and cool. I’d order Toulouse sausage with truffle-mash and kale (with extra truffle as a treat), alongside a glass of picpoul.” — Ben Tish