Restaurants near South Kensington Tube Station

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1. Daphne's

4.6

Exceptional(1767)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Kensington

Booked 78 times today

Daphne's Italian restaurant is a modern and relaxed 'local', offering a menu of seasonal dishes, located between Chelsea and South Kensington with a private dining room for hire. Daphne's conservatory can accommodate up to 40 guests for a private lunch or dinner.

A photo of Macellaio RC South Kensington restaurant

2. Macellaio RC South Kensington

4.5

Awesome(780)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • South Kensington

Booked 17 times today

Welcome to MACELLAIO RC SOUTH KENSINGTON, kingdom of the Italian Fassona beef and the first butchery-restaurant opened in London.Macellaio RC is a growing family of three Italian restaurants in London.Our restaurants are most famous for its fine steak. In fact, Macellaio means "butcher" and we like to call our steakhouses the butchery with tables. The steak we serve is exclusively from the Fassona beef breed, sourced from special mountain valleys in the north of Genoa.We take pride in sourcing incredible authentic Italian ingredients, food with utmost respect, preparing it with love, and expertly cooking each dish bringing to life a delightful trattoria dining experience.Immerse yourself in an unparalleled dining experience where your steak is masterfully butchered and presented to you before being cooked, and where our chefs craft artisan breads, focaccia and pizza in-house.

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3. Carluccio's - South Kensington

4.1

Excellent(1140)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • South Kensington

Booked 3 times today

Here at Carluccio's, we’ve always been true to our Italian heritage and what food really means to us. The best ingredients, from the best regions, cooked with love. Our restaurant is conveniently located next to South Kensington underground station and is just a short walk from the Natural History Museum, the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum.We’re open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner Monday to Sunday. Our menu caters to vegetarians/vegans and those who are following a gluten-free diet.

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4. PJ’S Chelsea Brasserie

4.4

Awesome(874)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • Chelsea

Booked 14 times today

Located on Chelsea’s iconic Fulham Road, PJ'S Chelsea Brasserie has been a continuous favourite amongst trendy locals for years. The name Polo Joe’s along with its polo-themed interior and the handsomely suspended wooden aeroplane propeller above the bar is a tribute to owner Brian Stein's favourite sport and creates a unique and welcoming setting for relaxed meals with family and friends. Quality and seasonal British ingredients are at the fore-front of the menu and the timeless dishes served here feature an excellent selection of Fresh Fish and Seafood, Prime cuts of Beef sourced from the Scottish Highlands and modern twists on quintessentially British classics. The restaurant has quickly become the place to be for Weekend brunch in this affluent borough – Eggs Benedict, French Toast and Truffled Scrambled Eggs are just some of the delectable treats on offer.

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5. Bibendum Oyster Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1222)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • South Kensington

Booked 27 times today

Claude Bosi’s Oyster Bar stands proudly in the ground floor space of Michelin House, furnished with unique mosaic flooring, and fascinating wall tiles steeped in history.Shellfish and seafood is the main highlight of the menu, but there are many other dishes to choose from too.Sharing platters, family-style feasts and relaxed dining options are what we do best. We have space to dine inside and outside. Our outside tables are situated both ‘streetside’ at the front of the building, and also within our semi-open patio. All tables are on a first-come-first-served basis only.Children of all ages are welcome. Please let us know if you need a highchair and/or space at the table for a pram.

A photo of Claude Bosi at Bibendum restaurant

6. Claude Bosi at Bibendum

4.7

Exceptional(1719)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • South Kensington

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to our two Michelin starred, signature restaurant.Located on the 1st floor of Michelin House, captivating stained glass windows boast a beautiful setting to arguably one of the most attractive dining rooms there is.Claude Bosi's cuisine is reassuringly simple, allowing ingredients to be highlighted by their own seasonal qualities.He runs an immaculately presented kitchen, which provides a fascinating backdrop to the guests' dining experience.The knowledgeable front-of-house team are guided by Lorenzo Bigicchi, and the wine list is curated between Claude Bosi and his head sommelier Elio Machiné.Please note when visiting us, the entrance to our Claude Bosi restaurant is located on Sloane Avenue.

7. Go Viet

4.8

Exceptional(454)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Kensington

Booked 11 times today

After the phenomenal success of Chinatown's Viet Food, the founder Chef Jeff Tan opens his flagship, modern fusion Vietnamese restaurant with casual dining, Go Viet in South Kensington.With its comfortable booth seating, low hanging Asian style lamps, terracotta colour scheme and backlit tortoiseshell wall panels, it is sleek, contemporary and minimalist. From the moment you walk in there is a feeling of warmth and peacefulness.GO-Viet menu created by Chef Tan and Chef Huang with Chef Jeff’s concept of combines the finest quality Vietnamese ingredients with Western cooking style, injecting healthy elements to Vietnamese cuisine and gives it a modern twist. Fresh and fragrant herbs combined with delicately seasoned sauces and broths, dishes are not only beautifully presented but packed full of flavour, and free from MSG.A selection of red, rose and white world wines, unique cocktails (as well as non-alcoholic versions), beers, ciders and juices, make up the extens

8. Zheng Chelsea

4.7

Exceptional(672)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Chelsea

Booked 12 times today

Malaysian Cuisine is known as a fusion of the best of Asia. Our restaurant pays homage to the Malaysian spirit of openness, innovation and "mix and match" to create amazing culinary experiences. As an extension to our highly popular restaurant in Oxford, Zheng Chelsea brings in what we do best to London - delicious food, excellent service and cosy ambiance.

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9. Chucs Cafe Kensington

4.6

Exceptional(131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • South Kensington

Booked 2 times today

Chucs Cafe Kensington, the fourth London outpost for the Restaurant & Cafe collection, offers a high-quality, full service café menu, alongside takeaway options – including paninis, salads, smoothies and coffee. The breakfast menu features a wide selection of dishes, ranging from fresh pastries and House Granola & Yoghurt, to classic favourites including Eggs Benedict, and Smashed Avocado with Poached Eggs & Smoked Chilli. The all day offering will include some of Chucs’ most popular dishes, including the delicious – and don’t forget Instagrammable – Cobb Salad, Chicken Milanese & Club Sandwich. Come evening, guests can select from a carefully curated wine list - a large selection of which will be available by the glass – all to be enjoyed alongside ciccheti, small plates, or main dishes - including Burrata, Saffron & Prawn Risotto, Wild mushrooms Lasagna.

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10. Pravaas - South Kensington

4.8

Exceptional(68)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Indian • South Kensington

Booked 4 times today

Pravaas’s culinary concept is to provide a journey through dishes inspired byChef Patron Shilpa Dandekar. Her unyielding passion for the culinary arts andher insatiable desire to explore various kitchen styles have fuelled her quest fordiverse culinary knowledge, allowing her to create some exceptional dishes inthe menu. The Signature dishes in the menu include Patra chaat, Lamb Galouti Kebab, Sundries Tomatoes & Red Chilli Tandoori Chicken, Venison Dalcha, Red Snapper & Palourde Moilee to name some but the entire menu is enticing.Chef Shilpa is a force to reckon as she is much loved among the locals. Her main award is repetitive clientele who visits her restaurant for her finesse and distinctiveness. 'PRAVAAS' is very close to the Natural History Museum, Royal Albert hall, Kensington Palace.The atmosphere is comfortable, relaxed with warm and welcoming service.

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Emma
Bedfordshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was the first time we had dined here and had a really lovely time. The service was excellent and the food was delicious although the portions size were large. I would definitely go back again.
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Daphne'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Kensington
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4.6
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NickVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food and service were first rate. Delicious and creative dishes. The monkfish curry was a favorite and the biryani was delicious.
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Pravaas - South KensingtonPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Indian• South Kensington
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4.8
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Andy
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Wow wow wow, amazing, what a building !! Fabulous, food and wine great.
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Bibendum Oyster BarPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• South Kensington
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4.6
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Jamie
Liverpool/Merseyside •1 review
4.0
Dined on Mar 28, 2025
Service was excellent Food was really good. Waiter was friendly and knowledgeable would definitely recommend visiting here
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Macellaio RC South KensingtonPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• South Kensington
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4.5
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LymaholyVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •30 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 21, 2025
We love this place. Small, intimate, superb food and service. We make a reservation every time we come to London. Highly recommend.
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Go VietPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Kensington
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4.8

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