Knightsbridge and Belgravia, Westminster

This absolute gem is tucked away in a quiet alleyway in Knightsbridge and it’s a total escape from the hustle of the main road.

The space is beautiful - minimalist, chic, and incredibly clean - making it feel like a true 'boutique' experience rather than just a standard cafe.

We tried two standout dishes:

• Lebanese Ground Beef: Topped with harissa, crème fraîche, and perfectly poached eggs. This was the ultimate comfort food for a cold winter’s day - warm, savory, and incredibly satisfying.

• Avocado & Salmon Teriyaki: Served on sourdough with pickled chili and crispy shallots. This is a brilliant twist on a classic brunch item; the teriyaki glaze gives the salmon a unique depth that pairs perfectly with the creamy avocado.

Instead of coffee, I opted for the Assam Malt single batch tea, which was a highlight of the visit.

It’s served in a unique carafe and brewer where the lid actually doubles as the strainer - a very clever piece of design. The tea itself was rich and full-bodied, making it a perfect brunch companion.

Cool facts for those visiting:

• The "Secret" Alley: It’s located in a 'mews-style' alleyway that makes you feel like you’ve found a private local secret just behind the main Brompton Road.

• Tea Partnership: They often source their specialized teas from Lalani & Co, a boutique London tea family known for finding tiny, single-batch harvests from organic family gardens.

Co. is great for a posh brunch or a quiet, high-quality tea fix near Harrods. Highly recommended!

Visited CO London for brunch and had a really nice experience. They offer great brunch options with a good variety to choose from, all well presented and tasty.

The coffee was excellent and complemented the food perfectly. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, making it a great spot to catch up or take your time. Service was friendly and efficient. Overall, a solid brunch spot in London

the place is clean and well maintained, the atmosphere is cozy, but it was cold. it is quite noisy because of the close tables.
the staff is friendly and helpful, they helped us with a digital menu to choose what to eat. the food was very tasty, but the choice is definitely limited. in general, almost all the things offered on the menu I can quickly prepare at home. my cappuccino was bitter, which I personally do not like. the v-60 was too light for my friend's taste and according to him it was acceptable.

It was a nice place. Food was good. Atmosphere was clean and modern. The server gave me a look when I ordered a pot of tea, toast and scrambled eggs, like “that’s all”? My wife ordered the teriyaki salmon toast and we both had tea.

The food was delicious, the ingredients tasted fresh. The service was very attentive to begin with. The matcha latte was really good quality and had beautiful art which I appreciate.

High-end Italian restaurant inside The Wellesley (Marriott)

Oval Restaurant

Celebrated my Birthday with my fiance, I'm going to start from the beginning. The decor is absolutely beautiful, very very pretty and comfortable. They have two places to eat. One was a show room and the other a comfortable fine dine. When we got there, we were seated in the beautiful restaurant, their decor was just to perfection I was very mesmerised. I however did not like the way the staff kept staring and kept walking around the table. I felt like every move I made they had an eye on and it made me extremely uncomfortable. All we wanted was some privacy but I felt like we were being watched on every move that we did. I appreciate the fact that they wanted to make sure that we received 100% satisfaction with the service but it made very uncomfortable. As vegetarians,The food was lovely, we had the 5 course tasting menu with a glass of champagne but we had a mocktail as a replacement as we don't drink. We were very disappointed with the last course as it tasted like hospital or even worse food. I didn't expect the last course to turn out so bad, It sort of made me sick. In the middle of our meal, we were told that There is a show starting at the other side and if we wanted to move there and we were very happy with that. The show was absolutely beautiful I think that was the best highlight of the night. We enjoyed it a lot and it was definitely a beautiful place to dine in but I feel like they need to give more privacy and they need to really improvise on the main/hot course for vegetarians.

The service and food were of the highest standard. The restaurant is quite small and is located on the ground floor of the Wellesley hotel. The décor follows an art deco style and is very tastefully done. We pre-booked the 5-course taster menu which included a glass of champagne or non-alcoholic cocktail (if preferred). For the fourth course there was an option between cod and lamb, otherwise all other courses where fixed. Food not only tasted great but was beautifully presented, none of the courses disappointed. The dessert was also followed with petit fours in the form of dainty biscuits. I would highly recommend the whole experience.

Food was really good, interesting menu (we took the pre made menu) great atmosphere and good service, but the prices were to high. For 3 menus it costed about 320 pounds.

Everything was perfect! Mark at the oval restaurant was very accomodatingand professional, we will definitely be coming back

I visited this restuarant recently and thoroughly enjoyed my meal, which was great value for money with the OpenTable offers.
I understand that The Oval Restaurant gets its name due to shape of the restaurant room, the entrances of hotel, restuarant,  bar and tea room were what was a tube station entrance, and it has been beautifully decorated in an art deco styles. The oval size of resturant lends itself to being a small and intimate setting, allowing you to linger over every mouthful, enjoying the flavours, the conversation and the company. The menu plays tribute to the finest traditions of Italian cuisine. Simple ingredients beautifully prepared, authentic dishes, fine presentation and impeccable service make this a dining experience to savour. I look foward to dining again here soon!!

Select dishes are halal. Pork and alcohol present.

Oval

Shezan

Visited Shezan in Knightsbridge and had a great experience. The mixed grill was perfectly cooked and full of flavour, and the lamb biryani was rich, aromatic, and really satisfying.

The restaurant has a lovely, authentic atmosphere that makes the meal even more enjoyable. A solid spot for quality Pakistani cuisine — would definitely return.

Absolutely phenomenal cuisine and a gorgeous interior decour

The Prawn Kahari paired with Paneer Naan was a sensational combo, the portion sizes were also on point

The service we received was top tier, our waiter was very attentive and really knew her stuff

Overall, I'd highly recommend this place to anyone who wants actual Indian/Pakistani food

As a Bangladeshi, I'm very apprehensive of South Asian restaurants in London purely because I can have the same thing at home.

In other words, I don't want a watered down version of my own cuisine that was made with others' tongues in mind

However, this place is a very notable exception, I will definitely be visiting again soon

Amazing experience at this Indian restaurant in London. The food was delicious and truly authentic – the pilau rice, the chicken with spinach, and the vegetarian dishes were outstanding. The selection of Indian teas was the perfect way to end the meal.

Service was excellent, with very kind and attentive staff who made us feel welcome from the start. Cozy atmosphere that really transports you to India.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic Indian food with great service

Had my business meeting dinner here. So glad I did, Absolutely worth it. Staff are great, location is lush

Me, my mom, and my auntie came in last night for a gorgeous dinner and general experience. This is my favorite Indian restaurant I have ever had, the service was thoughtful and friendly and incredible, and the food was absolutely delicious. The interior decor is stunning. I’m not sure his name, but an older male employee that was topping off our wines and checking on us and partially serving us, was so lovely and exceeded all service expectations possible. What a wonderful guy and place! Highly recommend.

Having been to Nusret in dubai and turkey, it’s only right for me to visit the London branch. I’ve always been a fan of his burgers when I had them in dubai and the only reason I’ll only come to Nusret is for burgers. They are probably the best high end burger in London.
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I am only comparing this burger with the best two high end burger I rate highly, one from cut45 and other one from Gordon Ramsey burger bar. It’s fair to say Nusret overtakes the both.
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Pictured above are:-
🔳 Nusret Burger with Chips (£50)
🔳 Sliced Wagyu Tenderloin (£85)
🔳 Short Rib Taco Burger (£25)
🔳 Flower Onion (£18)
🔳 Baklava (£25)
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With the controversial steaks and prices. So if your ordering gold steaks expect to pay them ridiculous prices. My one was £85 which was tender and buttery. All the cuts are Wagyu, also some of these massive steaks with big price tags are for sharing.
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What I don’t like at Nusret. The flower onion is tasteless. I only had this previously at Stax diner and it banged. However this was overly oily and bland. Also the short ribs when I had them in dubai, was soft however bland and super bland lol with regards to the tacos I had here, it was actually enjoyable, probably because the guacamole and other condiments kinda helped out, but nothing really mind blowing.
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The burger is easily the best burger you’ll have. A very pricey burger however it’s just a super super super juicy burger. So juicy the juices never stop. The meat is soft and buttery.
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The baklava personally for me is decent. Didn’t have the wow factor like the ones in turkey and dubai. Tasted like the ordinary ones we all have in any Turkish places.
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All in all I love his burgers. My total came £250 which is standard central London high end spots. It’s an occasional spot I guess. I know many wouldn’t agree or don’t like the Nusret brand itself. But each to their own
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What’s your opinion or experience at Nusret?

@halalhunt's review of Nusr-Et Steakhouse Knightsbridge on Instagram

With so many of you still going Turkiye I thought I'd post my review of my most favorite restaurant @nusr_et and why I rate it so highly. Seeing myself in a coat in the snow is a vast contrast to the current weather but better late than never - still on YouTube! You guys been yet?

@halalfoodtherapy's review of Nusr-Et Steakhouse on Instagram

Nusr-Et

Amazing experience! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was lovely, and the service really made the difference. Berk was our server and he was so nice, attentive, and welcoming — he made us feel really comfortable and taken care of. Definitely coming back and highly recommend!

I recently visited this restaurant and had a great experience! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was really pleasant. A special mention to Berk, who was extremely nice and attentive throughout the meal. He made sure everything was perfect and his friendly attitude really stood out. Definitely recommend visiting — great service and tasty food!

Lovely food and amazing service from Lidia she was very attentive and kind. We had the lunch menu and its incredible value for money at £39pp for 3 courses. Complementary Turkish tea/coffee with desserts too. Can’t fault it would definitely come back!

Hi Carlo! Thank you for being the point of reference in a place of luxury.
We had meat sushi, tartare, steaks, sides AND baklava. I have been in love with Nusret's baklava since 2017 when I first tried it in Abu Dhabi. This experience was filled with nostalgia and good memories.
Also a thank-you mention to Manuel, and for the pen.
May your future be bright.

Isabela was an incredible host. Thank you for making us feel so welcomed, especially with a nine month old child. Her energy and warmth was fantastic! I also, had lunch earlier there this week and was served by Lidia - also a fantastic host. The food is incredible too - highly recommended!

Most of our meat is Halal. Three dishes contain non-Halal meat. Please ask a member of staff for details or call in advance to request Halal.

Nusr-Et Steakhouse

Sensational, Michelin-starred restaurant in the heart of London

The Lanesborough Grill

I really wish I could say we had an amazing meal here, but unfortunately, we did not. I am a cook and I was really looking forward to this meal as this place has great reviews. I booked this for my birthday. The venue is absolutely stunning. The atmosphere and jazz band were amazing. Their wine list is extensive and expensive. We ordered a bottle of Morgon beaujolais, which is one of my favourite wines.
However, the food was a massive letdown. I had the scallop to start. Absolutely tasteless! Hubby had the tuna, which was nice but nothing special. We ordered a side of tomato salad, which was nice, but there was absolutely no seasoning on it. This is sacrilege. Tomatoes must have salt!
We shared the beef wellington. I prefer my own, I have to say. Not much beef inside, way more mushroom to beef ratio. The sides were cold on the plate, and the truffle mash was ice cold.  The red wine jus had split. When the waiter poured the sauce all over the plate, he really should have noticed that the sauce had split, but he was oblivious. When I mentioned the ice cold mash potato and veg, a manager came over and made a huge deal of bringing us more mash potatoes.
I am attaching photos. If you zoom into the beef wellington, you will see the split red wine sauce all over my plate. This put me off ordering desert as I couldn't take any more disappointment. Our bill was £300 including a £31 service charge.
Don't get me wrong, we enjoyed the environment, the music, the service, the wine. But the thing I was looking forward to most was the food, and I was so underwhelmed.

Had the pleasure of eating with a friend at The Lanesborough Grilll. We choosed the Festive Menu and were very happy with it, all the flavours were balanced and some surprising (definitely suggest to take the Hazelnut Brioche with the Chicken Terrine.)
We also took the Tomato Salad and Hash brown from the à la carte Menu which were both delicious.

The Service was attentive yet not too much and the live music definitely added some extra to the ambiance.

Will come back!

Every dish was made with great care and creativity — beautifully presented and full of flavor. The service was excellent and friendly, and the restaurant itself was stunning, with elegant lights and a warm, comfortable atmosphere. It was a dining experience I’ll always remember.

5 star service. A lovely dinner experience in a warm, relaxing down to earth atmosphere. Impressive blue/white Wedgwood decorations in the restaurant. Formally known as Celeste. Now English cuisine instead of French Cuisine. Very good quality.
We love to come back for a fifth time experience.

I celebrated my birthday at The Lanesborough Grill and had a truly wonderful experience. The food was exceptional – every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavor. The restaurant’s decor is elegant and luxurious, making it a perfect place for a special occasion.

The service was outstanding from start to finish. All the staff were professional, attentive, and warm. I’d like to especially thank Mike, who stood out with his friendliness and genuine service mind – he made our evening even more memorable.

We will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommended!

All our products in our main kitchen (different kitchen from Celeste restaurant) are Halal, therefore there is no worry of cross-contamination. In our Celeste kitchen, at the moment we do not have any Halal offering. This is because we have approached game season (which we have in our menu). When Celeste does offer Halal options, then there is no cross-contamination. All our non-Halal products are stored separate from the Halal ones.

Céleste

Parker's Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel, London

Unfortunately, the experience was quite disappointing. The food was extremely sub-par:
•	Spanish latte - lacked condensed milk, which made it taste flat.
•	Croque monsieur – fries were the only good part. The turkey sandwich was very dry turkey, and the bread was hard, making it unenjoyable.
•	Pressed simit – took a long time to arrive, and while it tasted slightly better (thanks to all the sauces), the brioche bun itself had a stale taste.

Service also left much to be desired. It was slow. A group at the table next to us was celebrating a birthday and had asked for a candle with their dessert, but when the dessert came, the request hadn’t been passed on. The friend had to ask again, and it was clear the staff weren’t communicating properly.

Overall, between the slow service, disappointing food, and lack of attention to detail, it wasn’t a great experience. Went Friday morning and was quite quiet. Mostly people from the hotel eating a quick continental breakfast.

At 10am on a midweek it wasn’t crowded. I was ushered to a table by the staff after being asked if I was a guest in the hotel (I wasn’t). I ordered their karak chai (£6). It was served in the Turkish tea type of bardak-tea glass. 120mL max. The Egg florentine was good though I wished the poached eggs were runny as I requested (it was overcooked). Overall I am still pleased to have breakfast here. Hope to be able to try their lunch/dinner items someday when it is not fullhouse. Note: they do not accept AMEX credit cards

Parker’s London has nice seating and a pleasant atmosphere, although the space feels a bit narrow. The service was noticeably slow, which took away slightly from the experience. That said, the burger was really good and nice to try. With faster service, this place could be much better.

We had an amazing experience at Parker’s in London! Phoebe and Priscilla were our servers, and they were absolutely fantastic, super friendly, energetic, and made us feel right at home. Their service really stood out and added something special to the evening. The food was also incredible,  every dish was full of flavour and beautifully presented. Highly recommend if you’re looking for great vibes, great people, and even better food!

Had a lovely lunch at Parker’s in Knightsbridge with my sister. The manager, Zakir, truly made the experience stand out he greeted us warmly, ensured we were comfortable, and was so attentive throughout. He helped us with menu suggestions and was quick with the service, making us feel really taken care of.

We started with two mojitos, a passion fruit and a strawberry both super refreshing. For starters, we ordered the Spicy Toffee Shrimp and Crispy Calamari, which were flavorful and perfectly cooked. For mains, we had Steak and Fries, Lime Hot Sauce Pasta, and Lemon Chicken, along with street fries on the side. Every dish was well-presented and delicious.

To finish, we shared two desserts: the Matilda Cake and the Pull Me sponge cake with ice cream, both were absolutely indulgent. Overall, the food, the ambiance, and especially Zakir’s excellent service made it a memorable meal. Highly recommend!

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