London’s Michelin-starred restaurants open al fresco right now – and all those re-opening in May

Most of us have been craving restaurant, bar and pub re-openings over the impossibly long lockdown period. While we can easily grab a pint of beer at home or make a burger using a DIY kit, the fine-dining experience is almost impossible to replicate without professional service and dedicated chefs.

The good news is that with terraces reopening, we no longer need to cling to memories of white tablecloths and petit fours. We have put together a list – and a map – of all the Michelin starred restaurants currently open in London and those that are due to re-open next month when indoor dining will be allowed – hopefully once and for all. Most of the time the menus won’t be as extensive as the regular ones, but these restaurants are still worthy of their reputation.

Angler

For one of the best rooftop terraces in the city, look no further than Angler. Take a seat at the top of the South Place Hotel and sample an array of delicious seafood dishes, with fish sourced mainly from Cornwall and Scotland. Book here.

Trinity

Adam Byatt’s Clapham restaurant keeps it simple by using classic techniques to skilfully craft seasonal ingredients into dishes you won’t likely forget. This intimate neighbourhood joint is loved by locals. Book here.

Locanda Locatelli

Giorgio Locatelli has led his eponymous restaurant into its second decade with his unerring passion for Italian cuisine. The menu covers regional cooking from across the country, as well as offering gluten-free pasta options. Book here.

Pétrus

Gordon Ramsay’s Knightsbridge restaurant Pétrus is the perfect venue for a special occasion. As well as treating yourself to some of the best modern French cooking in the capital, you can take in the incredible glass-fronted wine store, housing over 700 bins. Book here.

Casa Fofò

Italian chef Adolfo de Cecco is the mastermind behind this Hackney operation, which creates innovative fusions between Asian flavours and Mediterranean tradition. Book here.

Barrafina

For a taste of Spain with all of the flavour but less of the Michelin formality, try this critically acclaimed countertop tapas bar on Dean Street the heart of Soho. Indulge in classic plates or try more unusual dishes such as ortiguillas. Book here.

Hide

Olly Dabbous’s esteemed Green Park restaurant has opened its terrace, allowing diners to try the chef’s seasonal curated menus, featuring favourites from the Hide Ground à la carte menu and cocktails from Hide Below. Book here.

The River Café

Located in Thames Wharf, Ruth Rodgers’s iconic Italian restaurant is now open, its riverside terrace offering up beautiful views to accompany an array of exquisite and authentic dishes. Book here.

Davies and Brook

The iconic Mayfair hotel Claridge’s has reopened its esteemed restaurant, headed by Daniel Humm. Offering up quality ingredients with a refined and delicate touch, this is a terrace that demands to be visited. Book here.

A Wong

Andrew Wong’s cooking is inspired by his travels through China, with the various regions being reflected in his sophisticated dishes and famous dim sum. Book here.

Dinner by Heston Blumenthal

The iconic experimental chef explores the science of cookery at this famous London restaurant, located in the Mandarin Oriental in Hyde Park. This spacious venue is perfect for an extraordinary al fresco meal. Book here.

Claude Bosi at Bibendum

You don’t get much more Michelin than Bibendum, located in the first floor of the company’s original headquarters. This art deco building now houses Claude Bosi’s remarkable two-Michelin-starred French kitchen. Book here.

Cornerstone

Tom Brown, alumnus of the esteemed chef Nathan Outlaw, showcases his remarkable fish and shellfish cookery skills and imaginative originality at this buzzing Hackney Wick restaurant. The restaurant is currently offering a Saturday takeaway menu featuring a few of the chef’s favourite plates and will open fully on 18^th May. Book here.

Restaurants reopening in May and beyond

• Kai – 14^th May terrace, 17^th May indoors
• Marcus – 17^th May
• Celeste – 17^th May
• Hakkasan – 17^th May
• Harwood Arms – 17^th May
• Pied à Terre – 17^th May
• St John – 17^th May
• The Clove Club – 17^th May
• Gymkhana – 17^th May
• Trishna – 17^th May
• Club Gascon – 17^th May
• Galvin La Chapelle – 17^th May
• Amaya – 17^th May
• Hakkasan Mayfair – 17^th May
• Murano – 17^th May
• Veeraswamy – 17^th May
• Ritz Restaurant – 17^th May
• Dining Room at the Goring – 17^th May
• Quilon – 17^th May
• Elystan Street – 17^th May
• Brat – 17^th May
• Ikoyi – 17^th May
• Benares – 17^th May
• Sketch: Lecture Room & Library – 17^th May
• The Ninth – 17^th May
• Five Fields – 18^th May
• Kitchen W8 – 18^th May
• Pollen Street Social – 18^th May
• Portland – 18^th May
• Seven Park Place – 18^th May
• Muse by Tom Aikens – 18^th May
• Behind – 18^th May
• Hélène Darroze at the Connaught – 18^th May
• Gordon Ramsay – 18^th May
• Chez Bruce – 19^th May
• City Social – 19^th May
• La Trompette – 19^th May
• The Glasshouse – 19^th May
• Sabor – 19^th May
• Leroy – 19^th May
• Mãos – 19^th May
• Story – 19^th May
• Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester – 20^th May
• Le Gavroche – TBC
• Core by Clare Smyth – TBC
• Pidgin- TBC
• Kitchen Table – TBC
• Lyle’s – TBC
• Endo at the Rotunda – TBC
• SO|LA – TBC
• Da Terra – TBC
• La Dame de Pic – TBC

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