American style chains proliferated in London in the ’90s and ’00s, but as tourists have developed a more refined palate for good dining while traveling, the restaurant market in London has provided a series of innovative new trendy chain restaurants that focus on specific cuisine and do it well. Here are our favorites. Flat Iron - Flat Iron is a restaurant concept that focuses … [Read more...] about LONDON TOP FIVE: Trendy Chain Restaurants To Try On Your Next Trip to London
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The London Fiver – Five of the Most Unusual London Restaurants
Food’s great, but sometimes you need a little ambience. In a city such as London, the atmosphere in a restaurant can range from the traditional to the eclectic and plenty of restaurants offer their own unique experience along with a great menu. Looking at London’s more colorful restaurants, you can find places where performances are happening all around you, you can dine like … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Most Unusual London Restaurants
The London Fiver – Five Atmospheric Subterranean London Bars To Visit
Today, underground is a word that tends to conjure images of secrecy and exclusivity when it comes to places. When it comes to London, the underground is synonymous with the city’s subterranean train service. Of course, there is also the original meaning and applied to bars; it can mean any number of drinking establishments that can be found below the London streets. The … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five Atmospheric Subterranean London Bars To Visit
The Fiver – Five of the Highest Bars in London
One of the best things to have with a good drink is a view. Lots of places out there have rooftop bars or observation towers where one can get a cocktail, a pint, or a glass of wine and gaze out over the horizon. London certainly has its share of high-altitude drinking establishments that rank amongst the highest in the UK and in Europe. Whatever you’re in the mood for, each … [Read more...] about The Fiver – Five of the Highest Bars in London
The Fiver – Five of the Best Steakhouses in London
Sometimes it’s good to sit down and just have a big piece of cooked red meat. There are many different ways to prepare steak and many more trimmings and side dishes to go with them. London’s steakhouses offer them all and depending on what you’re in the mood for; you can find a restaurant that will suit your tastes within the city. Some have multiple locations so you can … [Read more...] about The Fiver – Five of the Best Steakhouses in London
London Guide: Our Favorite Restaurants in London – London Restaurant Recommendations for Americans – What’s Your Favorite?
With over 15 years of London travel below our belts, we’ve eaten at quite a few restaurants. Some terrible. Some great. We thought it would be a good idea to finally put together a list of our favorite restaurants in London so that others can get the same joy from them that we have. Keep in mind that these restaurants are our own personal preferences so your tastes may be … [Read more...] about London Guide: Our Favorite Restaurants in London – London Restaurant Recommendations for Americans – What’s Your Favorite?
The London Fiver – Five of the Best Champagne Bars for Your New Year’s Toast
The champagne toast at midnight is one of New Year’s Eve’s great traditions. No matter whether you’re opting for a cheap bottle or a glass of some of the oldest and finest bubbly, London has plenty of champagne bars to help you ring in 2018. There’s quite a number of lists for which ones in the city are the best, so we’ve narrowed down some of the ones that appear on most of … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Champagne Bars for Your New Year’s Toast
Ten Places to Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner in London
Thanksgiving is a very American holiday despite having English origins. But traveling to London over the Thanksgiving holiday has become very popular with Americans seeking to avoid the holiday gluttony and shopping madness of Black Friday (or their families...). It's also an easy time to get time off of work for most Americans since most people have a long weekend (well, … [Read more...] about Ten Places to Enjoy Thanksgiving Dinner in London
The London Fiver – London’s Five Oldest Restaurants
The birth of the modern restaurant is attributed to 18th Century France, where a man named Boulanger opened a new eating establishment near the Louvre that served "restorative" soups also called "restaurants." His dining option was clean with separate tables and a menu, a far cry from the dirty and noisy taverns where the food available depended on what the owner had on hand. … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – London’s Five Oldest Restaurants
The London Fiver – Five of the Best Places for Breakfast For Your Next Trip
They say it’s the most important meal of the day. Breakfast has certainly evolved over the years from a big meal meant to give farmhands the energy they needed for work to a more slimmed-down repast for desk jockeys on the go. Of course, just because we may want something quick in the mornings, that doesn’t mean that we don’t crave a big spread once in a while. With its … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Best Places for Breakfast For Your Next Trip
The London Fiver – Five of the Most Interesting Alternatives for Afternoon Tea in London
Afternoon tea, that light meal served between 4 and 6 PM, is a staple of British culture. In addition to enjoying a hot cuppa of the caffeinated beverage, you might enjoy some sandwiches, pastries, cakes, or even biscuits. Anna Maria Rusell, Duchess of Bedford, is credited with beginning the tradition, and, as such, there’s some austerity to afternoon tea. However, some places … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five of the Most Interesting Alternatives for Afternoon Tea in London
The London Fiver – Five More Fun Uniquely London Pubs and Bars
And we’re back! In a city as big as London, it’s easy to find more than five fun pubs and bars. When there are over 4,000 drinking establishments in Greater London, a newer place has to do something different and do it well in order to build a customer base. From crazy décor to bespoke drinks, you can find an interesting place to grab a drink in any part of the city. Have a … [Read more...] about The London Fiver – Five More Fun Uniquely London Pubs and Bars
Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip
Lots of people out there want an interesting dining experience. For most, it means they want great food, great service, and maybe some interesting décor. However, some restaurants go the extra mile in making a dining experience worth remembering. In London, there are many strange and interesting restaurants that Londoners and tourists can visit for the most exciting and odd … [Read more...] about Basil! The London Fiver – Five of the Strangest London Restaurants To Enjoy a Meal On Your Next Trip
Guest Long Read: 10 Best Places to Eat in London with Kids – Most Child Friendly Restaurants in London
Traveling with children in a large city can be both exciting and daunting when mealtime rolls around. When it comes to finding quality family fare, London is brimming with restaurants that cater to families with children of any age. Whether you have picky or adventurous eaters, the following establishments offer something for everyone. 1. Bella Italia This restaurant … [Read more...] about Guest Long Read: 10 Best Places to Eat in London with Kids – Most Child Friendly Restaurants in London
File This For Your Next Trip to London: Take Afternoon Tea On a Vintage Routemaster London Bus As it Tours London – Review Inside
When I first heard about this I knew I had to try it. I don't know why it hadn't been thought of before: combining a love of tea and cakes with the adoration of the old London Routemaster bus into a London Afternoon Tea Bus Tour. BB Bakery have a bakery in Covent Garden and started the BB Afternoon Tea Bus Tour in April 2014. I tried the tour when it was still relatively new … [Read more...] about File This For Your Next Trip to London: Take Afternoon Tea On a Vintage Routemaster London Bus As it Tours London – Review Inside
London Travels: Highlights of Where We Ate During Our Time in London During Christmas
After every trip, we always share a list of the places we ate. This time around, the list is rather large because were in the UK for so long (33 days). So, this is not an exhaustive list of every single place we ate, but rather a list of the highlights. We don’t need to share every time we ate fast food or had a horrible meal. But we’ll share the meals we loved and the meals … [Read more...] about London Travels: Highlights of Where We Ate During Our Time in London During Christmas
Maps: A London Pub for All Reasons
The folks over at Herb Lester Associates make beautiful maps of London, focusing on specific areas. They've just released a new map just in time for the holidays that focuses on the best places in London to grab a pint. From their website: There are pub guides for real ale drinkers, for amateur historians and for walkers, but this is a guide for all reasons. The 30 pubs … [Read more...] about Maps: A London Pub for All Reasons
The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is Coming to Leicester Square
The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company - the chain inspired by the film Forest Gump - is going to open it's first outlet in the UK in London's Leicester Square Area. According to the Evening Standard: Bubba Gump Shrimp Company has agreed a deal to take a 12,000 sq ft restaurant and 1200 sq ft shop at 7-14 Coventry Street opposite TGI Friday’s and in the former Planet Hollywood site … [Read more...] about The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is Coming to Leicester Square
Cool iPhone App Alert: London Thru Cafes – Review
We're always on the lookout for unique and useful apps for travelers in London and we now have a new favorite: London Thru Cafes. London Thru Cafes, developed by Tabtoo, is focused on London's vibrant cafe culture and features 70+ cafes (with continual updates) as well as hundreds of nearby tourist attractions in London. The app features a unique and interesting user … [Read more...] about Cool iPhone App Alert: London Thru Cafes – Review
Not Your Typical Afternoon Tea – Unusual Afternoon Tea in London
Afternoon tea is a quintessential British experience not to be missed whilst on holiday in the UK. While London offers a myriad of traditional venues to appreciate this custom, recently not-so-traditional venues for afternoon teas are gaining in popularity. Here are some of the quirkiest and unusual places to delight in afternoon tea in London: Time for Tease, … [Read more...] about Not Your Typical Afternoon Tea – Unusual Afternoon Tea in London
Food: A Little Piece of Cuba in Central London
If you've never been to Cuba - you can experience a little bit of Cuba in London at The Cuban - a Cuban themed restaurant located in Camden. From their website: Never been to Cuba? Then don’t despair!! Visit us for a true Cuban experience! We’ve visited the beautiful city of Havana and brought home the true spirit of Cuba. We stock over 100 rums and produce the … [Read more...] about Food: A Little Piece of Cuba in Central London
Soho Joe Pizzeria: Succulent Slices Served with a Smile
Since when did London become so obsessed with pizza? The art of pizza making has been adopted all over the world and everybody seems to want to be in on a slice. Originating from Italy, there’s an abundance of recipes and toppings, which now include bizarre additions like roast potatoes, macadamia nuts and even aromatic duck! Soho is the place to come to enjoy this … [Read more...] about Soho Joe Pizzeria: Succulent Slices Served with a Smile
A Peek at Gordon Ramsay’s New London Restaurant – Bread Street Kitchen
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is to open a new restaurant in the City of London in September. Bread Street Kitchen will open in the newly built One New Change development next to St Paul’s Cathedral. The restaurant is planned to offer an informal, relaxed dining experience in a large warehouse-style room with an open kitchen. It will be open from early morning to late at … [Read more...] about A Peek at Gordon Ramsay’s New London Restaurant – Bread Street Kitchen
Rise & Shine: The Best of London’s Breakfasts – Guide to Breakfast in London
A weekend in London would not be complete without sampling some of the delicious breakfasts of the city. It gets your day off to a promising start, whether you’re looking to cure a hangover or are just in need of something to munch on. These days everybody’s so conscious of eating healthy that we’re starting to forget our roots, and let’s not forget that breakfast is the most … [Read more...] about Rise & Shine: The Best of London’s Breakfasts – Guide to Breakfast in London
How to Beat London’s Typical Tourist Traps
Wondering how on Earth you’re going to make it through a weekend in London, let alone a week? This is a common reaction to this grand, yet expensive city. But do not fret – there are lots of ways you can make trips to the Big Smoke both affordable and interesting. Hostel or Hotel? Choosing your living arrangements can often be quite overwhelming due to the sheer … [Read more...] about How to Beat London’s Typical Tourist Traps
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