
The Top Iconic Dishes in London

by The OpenTable Team
Updated November 09, 2023
In the incredibly diverse and ancient city of London, chefs draw inspiration from every corner of the globe and every era of culinary history, resulting in a dining scene of unmatched inventiveness and cosmopolitanism. Iconic dishes in London might come wrapped in newsprint at a nondescript chip shop or scooped from a buffet tray at a budget-friendly Indian establishment, and London's most talented chefs all have a signature dish that visiting foodies must try. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out? Welcome to the Tastemaker 20. We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. Explore London's top restaurants and discover them for yourself.
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ElsieVIP
Dined 6 days ago
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4.6 (6513)
£41 and over
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Knightsbridge
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OpenTable Diner
Dined on Aug 8, 2022
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OpenTable Diner
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Chris
Dined on Apr 23, 2025
4.7 (488)
£26 to £40
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Marylebone
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Mark
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
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Mark
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
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Kerry Anne
Dined on Apr 19, 2025
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Sharon
Dined 2 days ago
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BobbyeVIP
Dined 7 days ago
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SimonVIP
Dined on Apr 15, 2025
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