LFW 2025: The Most Fashionable Places to Eat & Drink in London

La Maison Ani, Knightsbridge

This glitzy French restaurant in Knightsbridge has been discovered by the royal family recently, with Princess Eugenie heading there for dinner with Lady Kitty Spencer and her sisters. But its ultra-Instagrammable interiors (think pink banquettes and marble counters) and chic Mediterranean menu gives it a fashionable edge too. Dine on lobster salad, steak tartare and truffle rigatoni while discussing your favourite looks of the day.

The Carlton Tower, 1 Cadogan Pl, London SW1X 9PY, lamaisonani.com

Dear Jackie, Soho

Soho’s sexiest new hotel has been a hit with fashion types since opening its doors in 2023, beloved for its maximalist interiors. The showstopping rooftop bar will no doubt host some wild LFW afterparties, but don’t forget about the subterranean restaurant Dear Jackie, a speakeasy-like Italian restaurant perfect for post-show cocktails and pasta.

Lower Ground, 20 Broadwick St, London W1F 9NE, broadwicksoho.com

Yasmin, Soho

Rooftops in Soho are few and far between, but last year a newbie opened its doors, Yasmin. Located on the rooftop of 1 Warwick Street, it’s an ultra-chic eatery and bar with a heated wrap-around terrace, where chef Tom Cenci cooks a vibrant menu of Middle Eastern dishes. Pop in for a few nibbles and one of the signature cocktails, like At The River, a blend of Mermaid Vodka, Aperol and Lanique Rose.

1 Warwick St, London W1B 5LR, yasminsoho.com

Gold, Notting Hill

Notting Hill is one of the capital’s trendiest neighbourhoods, with an ever-growing collection of buzzy eateries to choose from. You’re most likely to spot the fashion crowd, though, in Gold: the buzzy, jungle-like restaurant on Portobello Road which serves Mediterranean-style small plates and punchy cocktails.

95-97 Portobello Rd, London W11 2QB; goldnottinghill.com

Bacchanalia, Mayfair

Everyone’s (still) talking about Bacchanalia, the latest restaurant from Richard Caring – the man behind Annabel’s. Everyone from Maya Jama to Naomi Campbell and Daisy Lowe has been spotted there, and it’s always a popular spot for glamorous Fashion Week attendees. Think lavish interiors courtesy of industry maverick Martin Brudnizki alongside a suitably luxurious Greek-inspired menu featuring caviar, oysters, lobster pasta and more.

1-3 Mount St, London W1K 3N; bacchanalia.co.uk

The Maine Mayfair

Set within a historical townhouse in Hanover Square, The Maine Mayfair was always going to be a magnet for fashion types. It features unashamedly lavish interiors alongside a menu to match (think mother-of-pearl chandeliers and a lobster-ridden menu), and has hosted everyone from former Vogue editor Edward Enninful to designer Riccardo Tisci since it opened in 2021. Pop in to try its Lunch Prix Fixe menu, which features some of the restaurant’s signature dishes like spicy shrimp linguine and moules frites.

6, Medici Courtyard, London W1S 1JY; themainemayfair.com

The Twenty Two, Mayfair

Everyone from Jeff Bezos to Naomi Campbell has been spotted at this Mayfair members’ club, so there’s no doubt it will be a hub for fashion types this September. The venue boasts some of the most aesthetically pleasing interiors in town, spearheaded by Natalia Miyar – think bevelled mirrors, dark blue velvetted banquettes and brass chandeliers. Its restaurant, meanwhile, serves a suitably stylish menu which channels British seasonality with a nod towards Mediterranean cuisine. And, if you saunter down some prowling leopard carpeted stairs, you’ll find deep red walls that enclose a plush, louche, sexy basement situation that’s screaming out for an afterparty.

22 Grosvenor Square, London W1K 6LF; the22.london

Sexy Fish, Mayfair

One of London’s most fashionable restaurants year-round, during London Fashion Week the restaurant and bar are always packed to the brim with the stylish crowd. The Frank Gehry and Damien Hirst installations add a big dose of glitz, and the Asian fusion menu provides delicious fuel for the party that goes on until late.

Berkeley Square House, London W1J 6BR; sexyfish.com

The Wolseley, Piccadilly

A firm favourite amongst London’s culture and fashion lot, and always great for celebrity spotting. The best place to go for breakfast before hopping in a taxi to the first shows of the day – if you can get a table.

160 Piccadilly, London W1J 9EB; thewolseley.com

The appeal of exclusive private members’ club Annabel’s is going nowhere, particularly since the launch of its latest restaurant, South American-inspired Bolivar. Will you be lucky enough to get an afterparty invite?

44 Berkeley Square, London W1J 5QB; annabels.co.uk

The Dukes Bar, St James’s

Everyone who’s anyone knows that the best martinis in town (and possibly the world) are served by Alessandro Palazzi at Dukes in St James’. Beware: they’re devilishly strong.

35 St. James’s Place, London SW1A 1NY; dukeshotel.com

Floral by LIMA, Covent Garden

Peruvian cuisine is loved for its freshness, flavour and colour – and the fact that it’s surprisingly healthy. Expect to find the in crowd hanging out at this fabulous restaurant filled with inspiring prints and texture between shows.

14 Garrick St, London WC2E 9BJ; limalondon.com

Harry’s La Dolce Vita is impossibly glamorous and is located opposite Harrods, making it an essential stop for high-end designer shoppers. Order anything with truffle.

27-31 Basil Street, London SW3 1BB; harrysdolcevita.com

Quaglino’s, Piccadilly

This venue off Piccadilly still exudes old-school glamour with a hint of the OTT, with its iconic central bar, overflowing flutes of champagne and regularly scheduled live jazz. The go-to spot for the more mature fashion insiders, who affectionately refer to it as ‘Quags’. Read our full review here.

16 Bury Street, London SW1Y 6AJ; quaglinos-restaurant.co.uk

Greyhound Café, Fitzrovia

With its brilliant street food, buzzy atmosphere and cool interiors, this Thai-fusion restaurant attracts an international crowd who are in town for the shows. Expect to see big foreign department store buyers sharing a few DIY ‘Complicated Noodle’ dishes with their top clients.

37 Berners Street, London W1T 3LZ; greyhoundcafe.uk