London’s Luxurious Dining Experiences… at a good price

Ah, London. How recently its status on the World food stage was mocked, and how we now have any cuisine we could wish for at our finger tips. 

Interestingly, despite the plethora of Michelin starred restaurants in our capital, prices are typically much lower than other destination cities. Shouldn’t we be taking advantage of this? We’ve done a bit of research to do just that and come up with a list of wonderful venues with mouth-watering food that, we believe, come at very good value.  

Texture

Scandinavian food may not come first to mind as high cuisine, but Michelin-Star winner Texture in Westminster combines modern European eating with Icelandic ingredients for exceedingly fresh, simple dishes that just ooze quality. And the best bit? Accompanied by a truly extensive Champagne bar. 

The Sample Lunch menu is just £24.99 for 2 courses – you can choose delicacies such as ham hock and fresh Norwegian salmon. 

The Greenhouse

The owner of not one, but two Michelin stars, The Greenhouse boasts bold dishes with high levels of flavour, all set in the tranquillity of a garden that will make you forget you’re even in the big smoke.
£35 for 2 courses sees you able to choose wonderful concoctions such as the Paimpol Bean (Shitake, Potato, Coconut and Corriander) and Duck with fig and oh-so-delicious ceps. 

L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon

L’Atelier de Joel Robuchon is a charming restaurant with an incredible décor – Japanese inspired interiors overlook the kitchen as you food is prepared. But of course, you’re really only there for the food, which doesn’t disappoint. The set lunch and pre-theatre menu come in at £31 for 2 courses. Punchy, but with food envisaged by the man who has a total of 25 Michelin stars to his name, it’s a very fair price to pay.

Tea at the Ritz

Local to London and haven’t been? You need to. Tea at the Ritz is an institution, a rite of passage for any Londoner. And it also happens to be a most wonderful experience. You really won’t eat in a finer room, with rich carvings and decorations harking back to a more glamorous era whilst a grand piano sings. Service is impeccable, as is the food. And here’s the best bit – there’s no end to it. Cakes, warm scones and the tastiest sandwiches you can imagine. At £50 per person for the experience, it’s the most expensive on our list, but in our opinion, also the most fun. After all, this is an experience, not just tea.   

   
 

The River Cafe

Located in Thames Wharf, the River Café is a beautiful blend of modern interior design and fresh Italian cooking. Proud owner of a Michelin star, the River Café is currently offering its winter set lunch menu, finishing 20^th March – starting at £28 for 2 courses, or you can go all out with 4 for £42. You’ll be offered a wide choice of options such as Slow cooked pheasant, Sweet venetian sardines or – brace yourselves – Chocolate Nemesis.