City of London - Top Restaurants
The Square Mile, prominently known as London’s financial district, is not just about business and finance. Within it are galleries, theatres, museums and concert halls to cater for all tastes. There is a wide range of sporting activity, a public leisure centre and the world-famous Barbican Centre. A number of London’s finest historic buildings and monuments stand in this part of the capital. The Square Mile has a long and fascinating history, this rich historical legacy is carefully being preserved. The ancient civic offices of the Lord Mayor and Sheriffs are still an integral part of the modern City of London, and traditions such as the Lord Mayor's Show and the Freedom of the City bring London's history to life.
Bonds Restaurant and Bar
5 Threadneedle Street, London, EC2R 8AY
T: 020 7657 8090/8088
W: www.theetoncollection.com/Restaurants/bonds/
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Combining classic sophistication with city chic, Bonds Restaurant and Bar is a fresh alternative to City Dining. Quality is the focus in the kitchen, where every ingredient is sourced through exhaustive research from our local suppliers. Offering a unique fresh approach to Modern French Cuisine, this beautifully appointed Restaurant and Bar has cleverly fused together the 19th and 21st century, offering a warm, relaxing yet exciting environment.
Le Coq d’Argent
No. 1 Poultry, London, EC2R 8EJ
T:
020 7395 5000
W:
www.coqdargent.co.uk
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Only the finest ingredients will do for Head Chef, Mickael Weiss. His menu of regional French dishes, including traditional favourites like Coq au Vin and Châteaubriand, complement the extravagant surroundings perfectly. While the à la carte menu changes every six weeks or so, inspired by the changing seasons and the freshest produce available. For a more relaxed and less formal occasion, the Sunday jazz lunch has a friendly buzz about it and is the perfect place to while away a lazy Sunday afternoon.
1 Lombard Street
1 Lombard Street, London, EC3V 9AA
T:
020 7929 6611
W:
www.1lombardstreet.com
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The Michelin starred restaurant is situated behind the Brasserie and is the focus of 1 Lombard Street's central theme. The concept, encompassing the luxurious menu, wine list and décor is inspired by Titian's masterpiece 'Rape of Europa'.
Enthusiasts of haute cuisine will discover a more formal dining environment, which provides a tranquil setting for a stunning combination of food and wine.
Aki
182 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8EW
T:
020 7837 9281
W: www.akidemae.com
Chancery Lane
An izakaya is a bar/restaurant where Japanese salarymen go to eat and drink away the frustrations of the day, here at Izakaya AKI, you’ll be transported to Tokyo where furnishings include a glowing red lantern and indigo noren curtains. Tempura sets start with a generous platter of sashimi, followed by good yakitori (skewered chicken), miso soup, rice, and tempura (prawn, fish and vegetable). Rounded off with that classic set-meal fresh-fruit ensemble of strawberries and orange segments. Well-worth a try, repeat visits are recommended!
Rocket
6 Adams Court, Old Broad Street, EC2N 1DX
T:
020 7628 0808
W: www.rocketrestaurants.co.uk/rocket_city_01.php
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Rocket opens from 9am serving coffees, teas and freshly baked pastries. Lunch and dinner feature huge pizzas and a great selection of fresh salads. In addition to the seasonal menu, regularly changing specials are available in the bar and restaurant.
Paternoster Chop House
Warwick Court, Paternoster Square, EC4M 7DX
T:
020 7029 9400
W:
www.paternosterchophouse.co.uk
St Paul's
Set to the awesome backdrop of St Paul's Cathedral, Paternoster Chop House is an unpretentious eatery that offers diners traditional and robust British recipes in relaxed, modern surroundings. Robust dishes that showcase the finest native ingredients are carefully sourced
from fisheries, market grocers and farmers from across the country.