13 sensational London restaurants shortlisted in the Good Food Guide awards

Award season is upon us again, and we’re not talking about the Golden Globes.

Restaurants across the country are being celebrated for their contributions to Britain’s culinary scene and of course, London is the beating heart of that.

The Good Food Guide has released its shortlist of chefs and restaurants to watch in 2025.

The awards, held in partnership with OpenTable, will take place on February 3rd.

The Good Food Guide said: “With the envelopes now sealed on the winners, we’re delighted to announce the star-studded shortlist.

“These are the chefs and restaurateurs who have earned their place at the top over the past year.

“They’re the people refreshing our palates, restoring our faith in eating out and blowing us away with dishes, flavours and creativity that redefines the landscape of eating out in Britain.”

Below you will find a full list of the London chefs and restaurants celebrated for their innovative menus, stunning interior design, and overall dining experience.

London restaurants shortlisted in the Good Food Guide Awards 2025

St John (Smithfield) - Restaurant of the Year

The Ritz Restaurant - Restaurant of the Year

Row on 5 - Best New Restaurant

Kol & Fonda - Drinks List of the Year

Cornus - Drinks List of the Year

Jake Dolin - Manteca - Chef to Watch

Elliot Hashtroudi - Camille - Chef to Watch

Meedu Saad - Super8 Restaurants - Chef to Watch

Josephine Bouchon- Best Value Set Menu

The Devonshire - Best Value Set Menu

The Dover - Most Beautiful Restaurant

The Park - Most Beautiful Restaurant

Wildflowers - Most Beautiful Restaurant

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