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The bedrooms here were created to accompany the original Soho House on Greek Street, a three-minute walk away. Since then a second Soho-based Soho House has opened just five doors down. Because a stay here, for many, is as much about access to the clubs as it is the paisley-print headboards, the drinks trolleys and the Peter Blake's on the walls. Our hot take? Skip supper at the clubs for a booking at The French House over the road.

If you crave authentic tacos and tamales, Bar Doña will not disappoint...However, if you are down to pair Mexican dishes with a mid-week spicy marg and a night out with your girlfriends you must visit this surreal find. Dance freely in a quirky basement with empowering Rihanna songs and sip the night away with your ride or dies in the grooviest Mezcal bar of London. 

Owned by Chris D’Sylva, of the locally lauded Supermarket of Dreams, and with Max Coen of Ikoyi in the kitchen, Dorian splashed onto the Notting Hill scene in 2022. It’s next to The Globe – a basement club that’s been part of life here since the 1960s – and describes itself as a bistro for locals. But since it was awarded a Michelin star for its menu of sharp tuna crudo and glistening côte de boeuf, it’s more of a blow-the-budget date-night spot. Head over the road for sushi at sibling Eel Sushi Bar.

On the menu there are sourdough tuna melts made with Red Leicester and pickled chillis, and chrome plates piled with 'Disco Fries' topped in a sesame, chilli and spring onion concoction. Filled with good looking people and a great playlist, book now for a Martini at the counter.

With its wooden interior, red leather bar stools and friendly faces behind the bar, The Duke of Wellington has everything you expect from a great neighbourhood pub. If you're searching for a new go-to for an after-work pint, look no further. In the summer, you can take your beer out to the park in front and soak up the sun all day—now how about that! 

Eel Sushi Bar is a tiny, wood-panelled hot spot from the team behind Michelin-starred Dorian, just across the street. Slip onto a bar stool under the warm glow of the lamps and watch chef Nick “Noodle” Xie (of Dinings fame) at work behind the counter. The people-watching on Talbot Road is top-tier, the margarita is smooth and dangerously moreish, and the menu – a concise ode to sushi – is totally faultless. Expect pristine sashimi, melt-in-the-mouth nigiri, and the odd tempura bite. It’s all over in an hour (the turnover is tight – which explains why it's so hard to get a reservation), but that’s part of the charm. Finish at The Walmer Castle or The Pelican nearby for the full Notting Hill crawl.

Elliot’s is a wine bar and Modern European restaurant that plays with seasonal wood-fired cooking and produce from independent suppliers from the city's outskirts. This place encourages its visitors to pair their meals with their selection of natural wines and have a simple yet exquisite dinner. 

There’s so much to love about Vienna, but its café culture might top the list–and luckily, Fischer's brings that charm right to the heart of London. It’s one of those cozy spots where you could easily spend the entire day. Start with a Viennese coffee and a Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Pretzel in the morning, an Apple Strudel in the afternoon and finish with a Schnitzel paired with a glass of Grüner Veltliner. What more could you ask for?

In the summer months, a trip up the all-pink staircase for a Negroni at Frank’s is a must. But as Peckham rooftops go, Forza Wine comes a close second, and is open year-round. The same city views, plus frozen Picantes, plates of cauliflower fritti, burrata and tomato-topped flatbreads. The Custardo – an espresso crowned with crème anglaise – is a sensational pudding choice, served hot or cold. Its little sibling at the National Theatre is a great pre-show spot. 

For "friendly wines" (aka wines that can be sipped and chatted over whilst also being zero-zero) head straight to De Beauvoir Town. With its romantically whimsical interiors, tasty small plates, 2500 records and stellar list of wines, the date-night standards will be set high!

Duck inside to find stone walls, wooden tables and a candlelit atmosphere that’s the same on a Saturday night as at lunchtime on a Monday. London’s oldest wine bar is a serious drinkers’ destination, and while everyone is welcome, don’t make the mistake of asking for anything other than wine. 

A pub, music venue and guardian of British folk culture, this historic Dalston spot has been a neighbourhood staple for over 200 years. But don't be fooled—it's as modern as pubs get. Enjoy a refreshing beer or cider while listening to up-and-coming DJs or relaxing to live jazz sessions.

Allegedly it's always sunny at Hector's. Though we can't count on the weather, you can count on a tip-top vibe at this bottle shop, espresso and wine bar. Rare finds, old vintages and all the European classics can be hunted down and sampled at this super-chic, neighbourhood hangout. 

In the morning there are queues for some of north London’s best pains aux raisins. At lunch, it’s for fat ciabattas filled with courgettes, ricotta, hot honey and pangrattato. And in the evening, a changing menu that includes comforting, homemade plates of orzo with pork and beef ragù. The restaurant everyone wishes they had in their neighbourhood.


The laser lights and hip crowd give this place its name. Jumbi is the Hi-Fi music bar that's bringing the groove to Peckham. With the drinks flowing, and guaranteed good music blaring, dance the night away. If you get peckish grab some plantain crackers or guava glazed chicken. 

The Rolling Stones, Amy Winehouse and Prince have all played Koko. But after a fire in 2020, the otherwise unchanging music hall took a beat. These days there’s a restaurant making good pizzas as well as a private members’ area with a piano room, a vinyl listening bar and a recording studio. London’s most iconic music venue, but stepped up a notch.

A vibrant bar specializing in artisanal mezcal and tequila. Sip a mean cocktail in a warm, intimate space and go on a journey through Mexico's flavours and culture with a nibble on the side.

The former headquarters of the Sunbeam Talbot Motor Company has been breathtakingly restored by Ghanaian-British starchitect David Adjaye. The multi-use space is now home to the Carpenters Workshop Gallery, recording and photographic studios, a secret garden and live jazz every Friday night. In the restaurant, Pollini, an enormous light installation by Nacho Carbonell resembles a glinting swarm of jellyfish. Dogs are welcome, kids roam free and there’s always something fun to see.

Lady Mildmay is the definition of an elevated pub. It’s more chic and more posh than the regular pub but not as fancy and glamorous as others. Lean towards their selection of craft beers and natural wines and if you go for dinner or lunch, browse among their fantastic menu of Mediterranean dishes and tapas. This place is warm and cosy but with an edge of coolness, perfect for an afternoon visit if you are exploring Hackney. 

Feeling thirsty, perhaps a little peckish? Look no further than Lady of the Grapes. A wine bar importing the very best low intervention creations supporting female winemakers, pop by for a glass or two of pet-nat and some tasty French bistro to nibble on. 

Christophe Lechevalier, the French owner of this sweet independent bottle shop, honed his craft while working in nearby Borough Market for more than 15 years. He’s a great host, with an attentive team who are also obsessed with the primarily organic, biodynamic and natural wine list. The cheese, salami and pâté en croûte – available to take home or enjoy with a glass – are also meticulously sourced. A little-known address with a small but fiercely loyal fan base.

At Little Duck The Picklery, they have a passion for all things pickled—kimchi, kombucha, vinegar, you name it. But what really sets them apart is how they pair these pickled gems with delicious natural wine and charming small plates. Grab the table by the window for a romantic, candlelit dinner.