10 New Restaurants Coming To London In September 2025
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The hottest foodie newbies for autumn
The evenings are getting darker and Starbucks has announced the return of its Pumpkin Spice Latte, which means one thing: autumn is officially on its way. It’s always sad saying goodbye to summer, but it’s not all doom and gloom. September is a bumper month for new restaurant openings in London, with a long list of exciting eateries primed to open their doors over the next few weeks. From the hotly anticipated arrival of cult New York favourite Carbone to a revival of long-standing favourite Richoux and a burger joint from a Michelin-starred chef, here are the launches to have on your radar.
New London Restaurant Openings: September 2025
Lilibet’s, Mayfair
A suitably glamorous seafood restaurant is opening on the site of the birthplace of the late Queen Elizabeth II, 17 Bruton Street in Mayfair. Spearheaded by ex-Nobu chef Ross Shonhan, Lilibet’s – the family nickname of the former monarch – will draw on its royal history, featuring opulent interiors and a Mediterranean menu. Think seafood platters, lobster tails over spaghetti, whole turbot pil pil and a ‘princess cake’ for dessert, made with genoise sponge. A cocktail bar will focus on martinis, while an outdoor terrace will provide an all-weather al fresco dining space.
When? Opening 16 September 2025
Where? 17 Bruton St, London W1J 6QB
BOOK: lilibetsrestaurant.com
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Solaya, Hoxton
The latest addition to London’s rooftop dining scene is Solaya, a French Mediterranean restaurant perched on the 25th floor of art’otel London Hoxton. Chef Kenny Atkinson, who helped Newcastle’s House of Tides secure its Michelin star, will lead the kitchen, focusing on sharing-style seasonal plates such as tuna carpaccio, scallop crudo, oven-roasted sole, and steak tartare. This can be paired with summery cocktails, like the Orange Spritz, made with Lillet Blanc Vermouth, marmalade and Telmont champagne – all while soaking up panoramic views of the city skyline.
When? Opening 12 September 2025
Where? 25th Floor, art’otel London Hoxton, 1-3 Rivington St, London EC2A 3DT
BOOK: solayalondon.com
Carbone, Mayfair
Since opening in Greenwich Village in 2013, Italian-American restaurant Carbone has stood as one of New York’s most sought-after dining spots, attracting a constant string of celebrities from Rihanna to Leonardo DiCaprio. The concept has since expanded around the world, opening everywhere from Hong Kong to Miami, and now it’s finally making its way to London, launching within the former American Embassy. Diners can expect dazzling interiors and classic Carbone dishes like the spicy vodka rigatoni, alongside its signature theatrical service led by tuxedo-clad ‘captains’.
When? Opening September 2025
Where? 30 Grosvenor Square, Mayfair, London, W1K
BOOK: majorfoodgroup.com
Tobi Masa, Mayfair
Launching within the new Chancery Rosewood this September is an outpost of New York’s acclaimed sushi restaurant Masa, created by the eponymous chef-founder Masayoshi ‘Masa’ Takayama. The London eatery, Tobi Masa, will offer the same fine dining experience as its American sibling, including signature dishes like the Surimi Masa Pasta, the Peking Duck Tacos and the Masa Toro Tartare – a fatty tuna dish topped with caviar. Prepare to open your wallets for this one: at Masa, the omakase experience will set you back a whopping $750pp.
Where? Opening September 2025
When? 30 Grosvenor Sq, London W1K
BOOK: rosewoodhotels.com
Heard, Soho
Hot on the heels of its recent opening in Borough, Jordan Bailey’s elevated burger restaurant Heard is opening a second site in Soho. Bailey honed his craft in Michelin-starred kitchens like Maaemo in Oslo and Aimsir in Ireland, and he brings this same precision and attention to detail to Heard. Here, it’s all about extravagant, on-trend smash burgers, made with British beef from British farms and roast potato buns, alongside paired wines curated by Bailey’s wife, sommelier Majken Bech-Bailey.
When? Opening 12 September 2025
Where? 39 Foubert’s Place, Carnaby, London, W1F 7QQ
BOOK: heardburger.co.uk
Poon’s, Somerset House
London-based chef Amy Poon, daughter of Chinese chef Bill Poon, has been continuing her father’s legacy for many years through pop-ups and residencies. And now she’s launching a permanent venture in Somerset House, a reimagining of his eponymous Chinatown restaurant Poon’s. This will spotlight lesser known dishes from Chinese culture, including a signature claypot rice dish and wind-dried meats, made using a special recipe developed by Poon’s grandfather. Poon’s is one of a few new arrivals to Somerset House: riverside bar Setlist opened this summer, and Syrian chef Imad Alarnab is soon to open a new deli and restaurant there, Aram.
When? Opening September 2025
Where? Somerset House, New Wing, Lancaster Place, London WC2R 1LA
BOOK: poons.com
Nela, Queensway
Live fire restaurant Nela has become one of Amsterdam’s hottest spots since opening at The Valley in Zuidas in 2022, and no doubt its new London opening will be similarly popular. Run by chefs Hari Shetty and Ori Geller, it’s taking over 10,000 sq ft of space at The Whiteley, the new redevelopment in Queensway. We’re told there will be an open kitchen cooking up the likes of artichoke with wild spinach and hollandaise sauce, and open flame sea bream with parsley rub, alongside an extensive wine list.
When? Opening 10 September 2025
Where? 163 Queensway, London W2 4BD
BOOK: nelarestaurant.com
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ADOH!, Covent Garden
Lovers of Kolamba will be excited to hear the team behind it are back with a new Sri Lankan street food concept, ADOH!. Named after a popular Sri Lankan exclamation, the relaxed eatery will include a signature kothu dish, which sees roti, vegetables and eggs tossed on a grill and finished with curry sauce. The menu will also include the likes of vadai (savoury lentil doughnuts served with tomato, coconut and mint), chilli prawn toast with tamarind, and seafood fried rice, alongside draught beer, wines and cocktails.
When? Opening 8 September 2025
Where? 36 Maiden Lane, London, WC2E 7LJ
BOOK: Check it out on Instagram @adoh.ldn
Labombe by Trivet, Mayfair
Chef Jonny Lake and sommelier Isa Bal, the duo behind the two Michelin-starred Bermondsey restaurant Trivet, are back with a new venture. Set to open this September within the five-star COMO Metropolitan London, Lambombe by Trivet will offer a more relaxed dining experience than its sibling, focusing on wine and European-style plates, with Fat Duck alumni Evan Moore heading up the kitchen. Begin with bottarga toast and gurnard crudo with orange ponzu ahead of larger dishes like grilled monkfish with braised coco beans, Iberico chops and steaks. The wine list will spotlight emerging regions from across Europe, alongside classic cocktails like the Ginza Sour, made with Suntory Whisky Toki.
When? Opening 16 September 2025
Where? 19 Old Park Ln, London W1K 1LB
BOOK: labombe.co.uk
Richoux, Regent Street
A revival of the long-standing Piccadilly patisserie and restaurant Richoux is primed to open its doors on Regent Street. Inspired by classic French cafes, the space will feature wood panelling, bistro chairs and vintage artwork, with a small terrace to enjoy a croissant and watch the world go by. The all-day menu will include starters of French onion soup and escargot baked in garlic parsley butter, followed by mains of chicken paillard, lobster thermidor, and steak frites with peppercorn sauce. Richoux will also offer a ‘menu rapide’ ideal for quick lunches or pre-theatre dining, alongside a range of French wines, plus a dessert trolley serving viennoiseries.
When? Opening 15 September 2025
Where? 14-15 Langham Pl, London W1B 2QS
BOOK: richoux.co.uk
