As one of the most cosmopolitan cities, London is home to many restaurants from world cuisine. The most iconic chefs and restaurants with Michelin Stars await those who want to embark on a new gastronomic adventure. Eating in such stylish restaurants can be expensive, as you can imagine, but you can be sure that this unique dining experience will be worth it.
On average, expensive restaurants London cost 350 pounds per person. In this way, you can enjoy the meals made with ingredients carefully selected by professional chefs. Here are the most expensive restaurants in London that will give you a unique pleasure after having a degustatory meal.
1. Imperial Treasure, Waterloo
Imperial Treasure allows you to dine on Chinese cuisine in a high-end restaurant with a Michelin star. In 2018, the restaurant opened in London and has branches in Shanghai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Paris, and Incheon. All three of Imperial Treasure’s restaurants in Asia have Michelin stars. Peking duck has never been so delicious! You can have your duck with plum sauce & pancakes first, and then eat it with black bean sauce, scallions, and ginger. An average menu is around 150 dollars.
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2. Park Chinois
Park Chinois brings China to London. Also known as one of the most elite restaurants in the area, Park Chinois covered its dining room in red velvet. Guests can enjoy live music every night. The pillars are gold plated, and the cabaret performances add charm to the space. You can enjoy the Jade Menu while sitting on the luxury furniture. On average, you will have to pay $200 in Park Chinois. You can check the menu from website. Park Chinois welcomes its guests in different sections. Its most intimate space is known as Salon Nair. A marble fireplace in Salon Nair adds warmth. Vegetarian meal options are available. Crispy chicken with chili and mango sauce, steamed sea bass, or king Irish ribeye with soy are just some of the delicious dishes you can eat in Park Chinois.
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3. Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, London
Gordon Ramsay has millions of fans around the world with his restaurants as well as TV shows. This talented chef's restaurant in London combines elegant and classic French dishes with flavors you cannot find anywhere else. Matt Abei, the restaurant's kitchen chef, has been leading the team since 2015. Chef Matt is known for his perfection in the kitchen, which he always strives to create. With premium quality ingredients from different parts of the United Kingdom, you will pay around $240 for Menu Prestige.
You can make a reservation at Gordon Ramsay's restaurant for any day from Tuesday to Saturday. However, this may not be as easy as it seems because the reservations of this extremely popular restaurant are full until 3 months later.
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4. Marcus Wareing at The Berkeley, London
Marcus Wareing at The Berkeley is one of the most luxurious venues in London. It is the ideal place to choose for a sophisticated meal of European cuisine. Wareing opened his own restaurant after a conflict with Gordon Ramsay. Prior to 2008, he was working as head chef at Petrus. Ingredients from the British Isles are used for delicious and light meals. You'll pay an average of $120 for exquisite wines and $175 for a memorable meal. The most popular alternatives are Herwick lamb and Scottish flounder. You can also try the Lake District ribs and fried Orkney scallops.
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5. Hélène Darroze at the Connaught, London
The restaurant was opened by talented cook Darroze, a fourth-generation descendant of an expert chef. Helene Darroze opened her first restaurant in 2008. But before that, she was known around the world, including in Paris, as a Michelin-starred chef. Darroze prepares unique dishes in her restaurant using the best ingredients that come exclusively from France. If you come here, you must try one of the Cornish lobster, Scottish Waygu steak, or Welsh grouse. Menus are $180, wines are $155, and you'll pay around $375 for an enjoyable night out in Helene Darroze at the Connaught.
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The Araki is not only the most expensive restaurant in London but also one of the most elite restaurants. Mitsuhiro Araki’s restaurant in which Tokyo has 3 Michelin stars. Only sushi is served as a meal. Celebrity chef Marty Lau keeps the Tokyo-based sushi technique, which has been used for over 200 years, alive today. Japanese food is prepared with local and fresh products. Guests have the chance to watch how the suchi is made because all the dishes are made in front of them. Keep in mind that the wine menu is limited. Experiencing the Japanese breeze in London may cost you $400.
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7. Alain Ducasse at the Dorchester
In the middle of London, if you want to taste France, Alain Ducasse's restaurant may be the ideal place you are looking for. You will experience that the restaurant deserves all 3 Michelin stars after you eat the great meal. Executive chef Jean Philippe Blondet will surprise you with seasonal French dishes. Every beautiful thing has a price; the price of this beauty can reach $400. Staff aim at maximum customer satisfaction and are friendly.
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8. Royal China Club, Marylebone
At the Royal China Club, you may have to pay $545 for a soup as delicious as you have ever eaten. Even though it is called Caterpillar soup, don't be misled by this because it does not contain caterpillars. The soup is made from a rare plant located at high altitudes, which tastes like tea and looks like a caterpillar. It needs to be boiled for 8 hours to be ready to eat.
The large dining room at Royal China is divided into two, its ceiling decorated with gold leaf. Black leather seats will make you feel like you are at an auto show in Beijing. Grilled Wagyu fillet with teriyaki sauce, fried scallop, fresh abalone mixed with caviar, delicious stir-fried seafood, Szechuan king prawns, foie gras, or spiced crab are among the superstars of the menu.
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9. Dinner by Heston Blumenthal
Dinner by Heston works with food historians; thereby, guests will feel like they are in a different era and, at the same time, have the opportunity to eat delicious meals. It is possible to taste the classic British delicacies here. Brown bread ice cream and pickled mussels are just some of these interesting flavors. Those who want to explore gastronomically can immerse themselves in the Chef's Table. A delicious meal and fine wine will cost you $550.
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10. The Lecture Room and Library at Sketch, London
The Lecture Room and Library at Sketch opened in 2002 and has since been on list of the most expensive restaurants London. The head chef of this restaurant, which has 3 Michelin stars, is Johannes Nuding. French menus are made from the highest quality ingredients. Taster menus cost around $190. The Special Treat menu, which everyone should try, costs $570 and includes 8 outstanding dishes and 8 exquisite wines.
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The reputation of the Roux family in the kitchen is known to everyone. Legendary chef Michel Roux was British and started the Roux Scholarship competition with his brother Albert Roux in 1984. Le Gavroche was founded by these two talented brothers in 1967, where world-renowned chefs such as Marco Pierre White and Gordon Ramsey were trained. Albert's son, Michel Jnr, currently manages it. You can try delicious dishes such as venison, English cheese, and truffle in the restaurant. You will have to pay 600 dollars for a delightful drink and meal at Le Gavroche, which has 3 Michelin stars on the most expensive restaurants London list.
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12. Nusr-Et Steakhouse, Knightsbridge
Nusret is also known as Salt Bae since the video of him salting a steak went viral in 2017. You may also know him from Instagram. When it comes to expensive restaurants London, it is hard not to mention Nusret. He has more than 15 steak restaurants, and one of them is in London. Nusr-Et's favorite meal is a leaf-wrapped Tomahawk steak. Eating here will make you feel special. Be prepared to pay $900 for the unique ambiance and delicious meal here.