Guidebook for London
Shopping
Massive shopping mall a stone's throw away from the flat. Food, drinks, and great shopping all close by.
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Westfield Λονδίνου
1081 Ariel WayMassive shopping mall a stone's throw away from the flat. Food, drinks, and great shopping all close by.
A great market for anything from produce to clothing. Worth a walk and plenty of great photo-ops.
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Shepherd's Bush Market
Shepherd's Bush MarketA great market for anything from produce to clothing. Worth a walk and plenty of great photo-ops.
This is a London classic area for markets. Lots of colourful houses along the streets too.
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Αγορά Πόρτομπελο
73a Lewisham High StThis is a London classic area for markets. Lots of colourful houses along the streets too.
A 300+ year old liquor store which supplies Her Majesty the Queen. One of my go-to places for unique alcohols and wines from all over the world. They have 200 cellars below ground...
Berry Bros. & Rudd
63 Pall MallA 300+ year old liquor store which supplies Her Majesty the Queen. One of my go-to places for unique alcohols and wines from all over the world. They have 200 cellars below ground...
A quirky pedestrian street which has unique twists to well-known brand name shops.
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Carnaby Street
Carnaby StreetA quirky pedestrian street which has unique twists to well-known brand name shops.
London's ritzy department store worth a visit for its grandeur and window displays.
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Fortnum & Mason
181 PiccadillyLondon's ritzy department store worth a visit for its grandeur and window displays.
Essentials
Apple White City
Ariel WayYour friendly neighbourhood Apple Store within Westfield.
Morrisons
Large grocery store to stock up on supplies.
Arts & Culture
One of my favourite cinemas. Absolutely worth the price and the film selection they have is awesome.
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Everyman Maida Vale
215 Sutherland AveOne of my favourite cinemas. Absolutely worth the price and the film selection they have is awesome.
Huge theatre tucked away in Shepherd's Bush. Lots of great artists, musicians, and comedians come through here.
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Shepherd's Bush Empire
211 Shepherd's Bush GrnHuge theatre tucked away in Shepherd's Bush. Lots of great artists, musicians, and comedians come through here.
Everything Else
One of the best parks in London. Usually overshadowed by Hyde Park but worth it especially to see the Kyoto Gardens.
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Πάρκο Χόλαντ
Ilchester PlaceOne of the best parks in London. Usually overshadowed by Hyde Park but worth it especially to see the Kyoto Gardens.
I used to work in this area and, although very touristy, is a must see in London. During Christmas is the most spectacular time as the whole piazza is decked out for the holidays.
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Κόβεντ Γκάρντεν
41 James StI used to work in this area and, although very touristy, is a must see in London. During Christmas is the most spectacular time as the whole piazza is decked out for the holidays.
A beautiful building on the river. Very European with a big plaza and has plenty of galleries and exhibits throughout the year.
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Somerset House
StrandA beautiful building on the river. Very European with a big plaza and has plenty of galleries and exhibits throughout the year.
Neal's Yard
Neal's YardAlong with great food, this was the home of Monty Python.
In what used to be a mansion, the Paradise has been transformed into a multi-level bar and hosts some pretty interesting people who come through the doors (celebs included!).
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Paradise by way of Kensal Green
19 Kilburn LnIn what used to be a mansion, the Paradise has been transformed into a multi-level bar and hosts some pretty interesting people who come through the doors (celebs included!).
The Half Moon
Church RoadA great concert venue just south of the river.
Drinks & Nightlife
A true vampire bar. Head downstairs for a shot list 100 strong of vodkas. Usually a shot and a beer is a great combo.
Garlic & Shots
14 Frith StA true vampire bar. Head downstairs for a shot list 100 strong of vodkas. Usually a shot and a beer is a great combo.
Believe it or not, this pub has GREAT burgers and an awesome garden. Perfect for summer/autumn and starting your night off in Shoreditch.
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The Crown and Shuttle
226 Shoreditch High StreetBelieve it or not, this pub has GREAT burgers and an awesome garden. Perfect for summer/autumn and starting your night off in Shoreditch.
The best Thai food in London. Hands down. It's joined to a pub that celebrates Winston Churchill which has lots of memorabilia to tribute the "British Bulldog".
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The Churchill Arms
119 Kensington Church StreetThe best Thai food in London. Hands down. It's joined to a pub that celebrates Winston Churchill which has lots of memorabilia to tribute the "British Bulldog".
A free rooftop bar with spectacular views to the south. Just make sure you are dressed well and keep in mind the price of the drinks reflect the view. Worth it for a classy night out.
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Radio Rooftop
336-337 StrandA free rooftop bar with spectacular views to the south. Just make sure you are dressed well and keep in mind the price of the drinks reflect the view. Worth it for a classy night out.
Battersea special with beers brewed on site and pumped straight to your glass. Not to mention table tennis and arcade games at the ready.
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The Four Thieves
51 Lavender GardensBattersea special with beers brewed on site and pumped straight to your glass. Not to mention table tennis and arcade games at the ready.
In the heart of Clapham Old Town and actually does have jams. A great bar with stellar garden.
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The Jam Tree
13-19 Old TownIn the heart of Clapham Old Town and actually does have jams. A great bar with stellar garden.
A classic British pub hidden just off Camden next to the canals.
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The Constitution
42 St Pancras WayA classic British pub hidden just off Camden next to the canals.
The equivalent of a German beer garden but in Camden. Set away from the loudness of the area but a great place for a bite to eat and great British (and American!) beer.
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Edinboro' Castle
57 Mornington TerraceThe equivalent of a German beer garden but in Camden. Set away from the loudness of the area but a great place for a bite to eat and great British (and American!) beer.
A counterpart to BYOC in Covent Garden, this one is a bit bigger and has a really cool casino theme. Dead during the week but worth a booking on the weekend for a couple hours before heading out.
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BYOC Camden
11-13 Camden High StA counterpart to BYOC in Covent Garden, this one is a bit bigger and has a really cool casino theme. Dead during the week but worth a booking on the weekend for a couple hours before heading out.
I used to live a few blocks from here. The Bedford has live music, comedy, and even swing dancing lessons which I used to do frequently. A massive pub and in a hidden gem of South London.
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The Bedford
77 Bedford HillI used to live a few blocks from here. The Bedford has live music, comedy, and even swing dancing lessons which I used to do frequently. A massive pub and in a hidden gem of South London.
Another hidden bar below ground which serves some drinks in really interesting ways. I remember once getting one which came in a picnic basket...including hay.
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Purl London
50-54 Blandford StAnother hidden bar below ground which serves some drinks in really interesting ways. I remember once getting one which came in a picnic basket...including hay.
A classic take on American speakeasies. This is above a pretty grungy bar but when you walk in you'll be pleasantly surprised by the late nights and solid beverage concoctions.
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NOLA | Roman Road
Shoreditch High StreetA classic take on American speakeasies. This is above a pretty grungy bar but when you walk in you'll be pleasantly surprised by the late nights and solid beverage concoctions.
Beneath a pub called The Mitre, Old Mary's is a late-night only joint serving classic drinks.
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Old Mary's
24 Craven TerraceBeneath a pub called The Mitre, Old Mary's is a late-night only joint serving classic drinks.
In the middle of the city, where you think it's just only tourists, you'll find Brasserie Zédel which is a huge French-styled cafe guarding a cocktail bar and beautifully decorated French restaurant.
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Brasserie Zédel
20 Sherwood StIn the middle of the city, where you think it's just only tourists, you'll find Brasserie Zédel which is a huge French-styled cafe guarding a cocktail bar and beautifully decorated French restaurant.
A previous booking is definitely required here. Get ready to step in to Mr. Fogg's world with some crazy cocktails and awesome scenery in this Victorian styled pub.
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Mr Fogg's Residence
15 Bruton LnA previous booking is definitely required here. Get ready to step in to Mr. Fogg's world with some crazy cocktails and awesome scenery in this Victorian styled pub.
A pub from 1623 and the oldest in Covent Garden. One of my favourites when showing visitors around.
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The Lamb & Flag
33 Rose StA pub from 1623 and the oldest in Covent Garden. One of my favourites when showing visitors around.
On Fleet Street, this pub has a wood burning stove and cavernous hallways leading to various rooms. Famously burned down during the great fire but rebuilt soon after.
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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
145 Fleet StOn Fleet Street, this pub has a wood burning stove and cavernous hallways leading to various rooms. Famously burned down during the great fire but rebuilt soon after.
Famous for its upstairs music venue which gets some big-name artists on usually unofficial tours.
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The Islington
96-98 Pentonville RdFamous for its upstairs music venue which gets some big-name artists on usually unofficial tours.
A downstairs bar which serves lots of custom mixed drinks. Not a lot of easting but throw the bartenders a small tip and they'll hook you up with some more booze.
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Freedom Bar
60-66 Wardour StA downstairs bar which serves lots of custom mixed drinks. Not a lot of easting but throw the bartenders a small tip and they'll hook you up with some more booze.
The true home of ping pong. Literally, it was invented on this site. A massive underground bar specialising in the sport. Go with friends and reserve a table or get intense and even have a referee.
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Bounce Farringdon
121 HolbornThe true home of ping pong. Literally, it was invented on this site. A massive underground bar specialising in the sport. Go with friends and reserve a table or get intense and even have a referee.
Previously a public restroom, this bar sits only 60 people and has some interesting DJs. Plus, the toilets frost over once the door closes.
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CellarDoor
Wellington StreetPreviously a public restroom, this bar sits only 60 people and has some interesting DJs. Plus, the toilets frost over once the door closes.
The Happenstance
10 Paternoster Sq.A City of London bar right next to St. Paul's Cathedral which has a great crowd.
Defectors Weld
170 Uxbridge RdAwesome pub nearby with great specials and cool beers.
Some of the best burgers in London not to mention a great selection of craft beers (from outside the UK!).
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BrewDog pub
15-19 Goldhawk RdSome of the best burgers in London not to mention a great selection of craft beers (from outside the UK!).
Specialising in beers made nearby and has an extensive range of the Irish moonshine-esque poi tin and Irish Whiskey map.
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The Swan Tavern
77/80 Gracechurch StSpecialising in beers made nearby and has an extensive range of the Irish moonshine-esque poi tin and Irish Whiskey map.
Food is the draw at this gastropub at in the heart of Fulham.
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The Tommy Tucker
22 Waterford RdFood is the draw at this gastropub at in the heart of Fulham.
The George & Dragon
Church RoadBrews straight from the Dragonfly Brewery.
Singer Tavern
1 City RdBeers from across the globe and a gin bar in the basement.
One of my favourite pubs in the area with some great outdoor seating and really cool interior.
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The Bird in Hand
35 Dartmouth RdOne of my favourite pubs in the area with some great outdoor seating and really cool interior.
A swanky bar and one of my favourites in Shoreditch. Always a great crowd.
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The Hoxton Mix
86-90 Paul StA swanky bar and one of my favourites in Shoreditch. Always a great crowd.
Food Scene
Food is prepared fresh right in front of you and for a chain it's a great Italian restaurant.
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Vapiano Soho
84 Wardour StFood is prepared fresh right in front of you and for a chain it's a great Italian restaurant.
One of my favourite restaurants in Islington. A great spot for vegetarians.
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The Blue Legume London
177 Upper StreetOne of my favourite restaurants in Islington. A great spot for vegetarians.
A collection of both restaurants and shopping in a pop-up area in the heart of Shoreditch.
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BOXPARK Shoreditch
2-10 Bethnal Green RdA collection of both restaurants and shopping in a pop-up area in the heart of Shoreditch.
Personally, my favourite Indian restaurant in the whole city. It's the original UK Punjab restaurant since the 1940s and the staff are excellent. Without a booking the wait is about 30 minutes.
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Punjab
80 Neal StPersonally, my favourite Indian restaurant in the whole city. It's the original UK Punjab restaurant since the 1940s and the staff are excellent. Without a booking the wait is about 30 minutes.
BYO Indian food. Many people default to Brick Lane but this is for the true locals only in East London.
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Tayyabs
83-89 Fieldgate StBYO Indian food. Many people default to Brick Lane but this is for the true locals only in East London.
Make an effort to stop here for brunch. Ffiona is likely there and is so passionate about her food. If you walk in be prepared to the best brunch in the city!
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Ffiona's
51 Kensington Church StMake an effort to stop here for brunch. Ffiona is likely there and is so passionate about her food. If you walk in be prepared to the best brunch in the city!
My favourite Chinese food in London. Go all out and don't be afraid to try something different.
Barshu Restaurant
28 Frith StMy favourite Chinese food in London. Go all out and don't be afraid to try something different.
This is a super swanky bar/restaurant known for getting lots of celebrities. Make a booking beforehand and be sure to be dressed well to see and be seen!
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Chiltern Firehouse
1 Chiltern StThis is a super swanky bar/restaurant known for getting lots of celebrities. Make a booking beforehand and be sure to be dressed well to see and be seen!
Covent Garden specialty. The pizza is simple yet delicious and £20 for a full pie (it's massive).
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Homeslice Neal's Yard
13 Neal's YardCovent Garden specialty. The pizza is simple yet delicious and £20 for a full pie (it's massive).
One of the smallest restaurants in London but best known for BBQ. Usually a long line because they do not take reservations and only open a couple hours/day.
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Pitt Cue
One of the smallest restaurants in London but best known for BBQ. Usually a long line because they do not take reservations and only open a couple hours/day.
Great burgers and strong drinks. Highly recommend the Bingo Wings as they are the closest to American wings you'll get in London!
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MEATmarket
Tavistock StreetGreat burgers and strong drinks. Highly recommend the Bingo Wings as they are the closest to American wings you'll get in London!
A great Spanish tapas restaurant well priced and a great start-off for a night out in Clapham.
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Carmen Tapas
6 Clapham Common South SideA great Spanish tapas restaurant well priced and a great start-off for a night out in Clapham.
A 24-hour restaurant in the Heron Tower. Specialising in exactly its namesake, Duck and Waffle. Great at any time of the day and fabulous views of the city.
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Duck & Waffle
110 BishopsgateA 24-hour restaurant in the Heron Tower. Specialising in exactly its namesake, Duck and Waffle. Great at any time of the day and fabulous views of the city.
The best Mexican restaurant in London. Hands down. Great margaritas and salsa.
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Cafe Pacifico
5 Langley StThe best Mexican restaurant in London. Hands down. Great margaritas and salsa.
Coffee shop which filters their coffee and has their own special type of brown sugar.
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Monmouth coffee
36 Maltby StCoffee shop which filters their coffee and has their own special type of brown sugar.
Part of a steakhouse chain, Hawksmoor is worth the price but check the weekly menus to see when they have deals like no corkage fees or pre/post theatre menus.
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Hawksmoor Seven Dials
11 Langley StreetPart of a steakhouse chain, Hawksmoor is worth the price but check the weekly menus to see when they have deals like no corkage fees or pre/post theatre menus.
Based off American-style BBQ this place is legit and I fully recommend!
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Bodean's BBQ Soho
10 Poland StBased off American-style BBQ this place is legit and I fully recommend!
Plenty of these around and one of the best ramen restaurants in London. Expect to wait a bit because they don't do reservations. Perfect for a chilly weekend brunch.
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SHORYU RAMEN Soho
3 Denman StPlenty of these around and one of the best ramen restaurants in London. Expect to wait a bit because they don't do reservations. Perfect for a chilly weekend brunch.
A pub with Chinese food instantly became a pilgrimage for beer drinkers due to Pilsner Urquell's brewery fresh tank.
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The Duck and Rice
90 Berwick StA pub with Chinese food instantly became a pilgrimage for beer drinkers due to Pilsner Urquell's brewery fresh tank.
Bill's Westfield Restaurant
Ariel WayA great chain perfect for breakfast and lunch.
An American burger joint brought to London. Also has a location in Covent Garden.
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Five Guys Westfield
An American burger joint brought to London. Also has a location in Covent Garden.
A great Thai chain throughout London. Has some great fusion dishes on some Thai classics.
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Busaba Westfield London
A great Thai chain throughout London. Has some great fusion dishes on some Thai classics.
Super simple steak restaurant and very well priced. Keep in mind that they do not take reservations and waiting for a table can take up to 90 minutes. Good to drop in your name then grab a drink :)
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Flat Iron - Denmark Street
9 Denmark StSuper simple steak restaurant and very well priced. Keep in mind that they do not take reservations and waiting for a table can take up to 90 minutes. Good to drop in your name then grab a drink :)
Great riverside pub with delicious food. Great when the weather is nice!
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The Ship
290 Westferry RdGreat riverside pub with delicious food. Great when the weather is nice!
One of the best breakfast places in London. This is right down the road from where I used to live. Great food and amazing smoothies.
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Milk
20 Bedford HillOne of the best breakfast places in London. This is right down the road from where I used to live. Great food and amazing smoothies.
Sightseeing
Hidden market with delicious food stalls and tons of antiques! One of my personal favourites.
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40 Maltby Street
40 Maltby StHidden market with delicious food stalls and tons of antiques! One of my personal favourites.
For the Harry Potter fans, head over to King's Cross to get your photo taken next to the cart going through the wall!
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Το Κατάστημα του Χάρι Πότερ
Euston RoadFor the Harry Potter fans, head over to King's Cross to get your photo taken next to the cart going through the wall!