For cracking sushi and one of the best Japanese restaurants in Mayfair, Ginza provides a top-notch menu worth checking out. Enjoy munching on slabs of sashimi, wagyu tartare and if you're feeling like a feast this afternoon, get stuck into their tasting menu.

Sure, it's in the heart of The City, but prepared to be surprised by the level of countryside cuteness going on at The Jugged Hare. Tuck into this taxidermy-filled, cosy spot for an afternoon of classic British dining - with their namesake signature always worth a try.

For those of you who fancy a delicious lunch without burning a hole in your pocket, the Golden Lion Fulham has just what you need. Take advantage of the 'Lunch With Mates' deal, which includes a mouthwatering main dish and drink for £6.75. Booyah.

Pasta Remoli bringing a DIY feel to Italian dining in London as the charming spot lets you style your pasta exactly the way you want. Choose your dish, sauce and toppings and enjoy the stripped back interior and more than welcoming atmosphere.

From dining on all-day dishes on the outdoor terrace to grabbing a quick bite to eat before heading to Liverpool Street Station, Devonshire Terrace is a pretty spot for lunch in the City. Make it your go-to for client meetings, taking a break from hectic work day, or just chilling on a day off.

When in need of an East London lunch, yapix Coffee And Wine House is coming in hot with its combo of vino, quality beans and simple, yet flavourful, cuisine. Think fresh pasta, Italian toasted sandwiches, sharing boards and pinsa (the Ancient Roman version of pizza).

Hide Bar isn't only a well known place to try artisan cocktails, this hidden gem also has a kitchen that uses fresh local Borough market produce to create some crafted plates. Head to this cool haven for an intimate lunch of casual dishes, including the likes of their signature burger, avo on toast, and pan-fried cod with crushed potatoes. 

With a focus on seasonal ingredients and sustainability, this Kentish Town lunch spot offers tasty treats in intimate surrounds. Never For Ever is a top choice for a sumptuous brunch smothered in hollandaise, a hearty pizza or stunning small plates eaten amongst rustic wood and hanging plants.

Shaws Booksellers might not be the first place that springs to mind when it comes to lunch, but it's time to reassess. While you won't find many hardback books here, this charming St Paul's Pub still has plenty of eccentricities, from Star Wars figurines through to a sturdy British menu.

This former bowls club is still sporting plenty of interesting features in its new life as a pub, with blue patterned walls and a gorgeous ballroom space. If you're stopping in for lunch, make sure you try one of their burgers, with the signature topped with crispy pork belly.

GBK South Kensington is a patty powerhouse serving fresh and juicy burgers that'll make your tastebuds dance with joy. The menu is packed with exciting options like the Taxidriver, which features homemade onion rings, cajun relish and dill pickle as well as the Rocket Man, made with hot habanero jam and paprika onions.

A chilled out space of contemporary elegance, this is a great place in the city to unwind and reflect on your day. The venue serves up tasty and immaculately presented British fare, with friendly service and an array of cocktails, wines and quality microbeers to match.

On the hunt for somewhere to tuck into a casual lunch? Bar Kick is a bright and airy restaurant in Shoreditch that serves up a mighty selection of delicious comfort food eats, including fried chicken ramen, burgers, vegan chicken nuggets, and dirty fries. And you'll never miss any of the sports fixtures either, as there are 12 HD TV screens dotted about the place.

If you're looking for a relaxed spot to chow down on continental cuisine then look no further than Sagardi. The Curtain Road spot specialises in all things Basque, with premium steaks and salted cod taking centre stage.

Found just moments away from Primrose Hill, The Queen's is a characterful pub that's great for lunchtime if you're in the Camden area. The menu is comprised of fresh and seasonal mains made from scratch, or there's a choice of sandwiches and more healthy options if you'd prefer to keep it light.

If you're on the hunt for some moreish gastro pub food in London, then make sure to hit up The Devonshire. Book up to three weeks in advance as this popular Soho watering hole has shot to fame thanks to both social media and word of mouth. Created by Oisin Rogers, Charlie Carroll and Ashley Palmer-Watts, a group of well-known publicans and restaurants, it's spread over two floors. Downstairs, you'll find shabby-chic brick walls and a focus on delicious bar snacks, whereas upstairs provides a rusted red dining room complete with crisp, white tablecloths, and serves plates of scallops with bacon and vinegar, plus half a whole lobster and duck fat chips.

London cafe lunches don't get much better than Audrey's, the stunning spot with Victorian roots and a quaint, airy setting. Make the most of £7 cocktails to accompany wild mushroom toast, goats cheese tarts, salt beef sarnies and more.

Not just a heavyweight champion when it comes to serving top-quality brekkie, but The Breakfast Club is also the champion of delicious lunches. Feast on huevos rancheros (or its vegan alternative), sandwiches packed with avocado, egg and cheese, then wash it all down with a refreshing smoothie.

Lunch at Westminster's Old Queen Street Café spans everything from sharing plates of beef croquettes and mushroom parfait to huge plates of grub. There are express plates like beef brisket hash or something more traditional - think sirloin steak, pan-fried cod, chicken schnitzel and more.

Lunch at National Gallery restaurant Ochre is one of a kind. They're whipping up a range of British fare to serve in their gorgeous space, including the likes of saffron fettuccine, mackerel tacos and harissa-spiced lamb burgers.

Located in the heart of Chelsea, The Phene is a charming gastropub that has got a slick choice come lunchtime. From light lunches that let you combine proteins and salads through to open sandwiches, lunch here is a healthy and tasty affair.

Whether you're looking for a quick lunch spot or an afternoon tea, Karma Sanctum Soho is a prime restaurant for a Japanese-style meal or mini slides paired with chips. Their express lunch includes two mains and a soft drink for just £15.50.

Whether you head to Brixton or the Loughborough Junction venue, Jalisco is a lunching destination that's sure to not break the bank. Extra large burritos overflowing with black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo and your choice of protein are only a tenner, with tacos, enchiladas and more around the same price. Make it a boozy one with margs for under £9 too.

Situated in Doubletree by Hilton's popular Ealing hotel, W5 Bar and Kitchen is a great choice for lunchtime grub. Pop in for flavour-packed plates, including salads, burgers and mire. Or if you fancy a quintessentially British experience, opt for afternoon tea.

Fulham's Sonya is ready to meet your lunchtime needs with a winning menu of Greek and Turkish favourites. Choose anything from shakshuka with tulum cheese, to a Greek-style toastie and chicken pita served alongside home cut fries. 

A firm all-rounder when it comes to an affordable lunch in London, the Somers Town Coffee House boasts dining notoriety thanks to a roster of themed rooms delicious plates, a hidden garden and craft beer aplenty. 

Searching for places to check out for lunch? Featuring fuss-free rice bowls, succulent pork belly and yummy bao buns, The Last Talisman is a superb choice. Head to this Bermondsey spot for delicious Asian food paired expertly with fab cocktails.

Flaunting sites in Kentish Town and Clapham, Berberè is the perfect place for a quick lunch. Head inside their stylish interiors and get stuck into pizzas covered in toppings from mushroom and truffle to spicy salami and baked aubergine.

If you're looking for a great spot for lunch, then head on over to The Breakfast Club. Serving delicious plates from salt beef bubble and squeak, chicken and waffles and an epic range of burgers and sweet treats. This is a spot you won't want to miss, and lucky for you there's plenty locations to chooses from; think London Bridge, Hackney Wick, Spitalfields and Canary Wharf. 

A gorgeous spot in Farringdon, Coin Laundry is flooded with natural light and sports 70s vibes with wooden seating, a tiled wall feature and yellow lampshades. The decade has also inspired the food menu, which is packed with dishes such as rabbit balti pie and chicken kiev.

Inspired by the artisan seafood bistros of Paris, Wright Brothers South Kensington is the ideal stop-off for some elevated lunch bites. Not only will you get to chow down a variety of flavour-packed bisques and nibbles, but the interiors are also bound to upgrade your experience.

For gorgeous views of the Thames, check out Skylon Bar and Restaurant during your lunch. Their menu is filled to the brim with British cuisine, from beef tartare to saltmarsh lamb rump and Cornish cod fillet, alongside a killer wine selection. 

Between 12pm - 3.30pm, Colonel Saab serves up a lip-smacking lunch menu. The Holborn hit is known for its signature salads, tasty khaati rolls and dosa, plus its fantastic selection of traditional tiffin boxes. To finish, check out their delicious array of desserts.

One of the prettiest spots in London, Bourne and Hollingsworth Buildings in Islington is a completely unique space. The venue is divided into sections with a plant-filled Garden Room, The Greenhouse and a Cafe, all perfect for a plate of their seasonal British food.

Have lunch at Drake and Morgan and you'll be treated to a delicious and fresh menu of meat, fish and vegetable dishes, washed down with a fabulous selection of cocktails and wines. In a rush? Their deli can give you a quick bite to eat on your way back to the office.

Situated in Westfield, Salt Yard is a great choice for lunch. Grab a few tapas such as sauteed baby squid, aged sirloin steak, and courgette flowers, alongside a wide range of vino. It also doesn't hurt that it's a stunner and fronts a beaut olive tree.

Postpone the trials and tribulations of city life and relax in this intimate spot instead; The Botanist is a sophisticated restaurant featuring funky tables, marbled pillars and cosy booth seating. Settle in for a lunch break featuring the finest British and European cuisine, with signature cocktail serves to be enjoyed in the Soda Room lounge downstairs.

For an affordable lunch in London, check out Smith's Bar & Grill's weekday set menu. Available Monday through Friday from 12pm to 5pm, the venue offers two courses for £20 and three for £25. Expect pulled pork tacos, steak, seafood risotto and much more.

This quintessentially British restaurant is great for a midday pit stop as they serve a seasonal mix of easy plates. There's something for everyone, with lighter plates including a delicious salmon salad, or if you're feeling famished, try one of their steaks.

Craving a mouthwatering lunch with sky-high scenes? Look no further than London Bridge Rooftop. Make your way to this popular venue between Tuesdays and Fridays, from 12pm to 2pm, where you'll get to tuck into a burger with an Aperol spritz or beer for £12.50. 

For those midday eats, venture to Sea Garden & Grill in Tooting. Head inside, where you'll be able to explore the food menu, including fresh oysters from Cornwall, alongside crab buns and grilled king prawns. If you're a little thirsty, treat yourself to a molecular cocktail.

Humble Grape has a variety of tasty dishes to enjoy for lunch in London, from small plates to cheese and charcuterie, to whole meals – all to be feasted on with their 30 different glasses and 400+ bottles of wine.

Whether you've found yourself in Victoria, Farringdon or other locations across London, Iberica restaurants have your back when it comes to lunchtime hunger pangs. Think tasty tapas washed down with wine or sangria, all in the most beautiful surrounds.

Looking for a pretty destination for your lunchtime meal? Check out Gura Gura. Not only are there foliage ceiling installations, wall murals and pretty art, but also a menu spanning everything from sushi to cocktails keeping you satisfied.

The great thing about the riverfront eatery, Vicinity? The City of London spot serves up all types of cuisine from British to American and Mexican eats. You can guarantee you'll find something perfect for a delicious lunch.

To have lunch in a swish hotel restaurant packed with Parisian chic and Victorian glamour? Check out Great Northern Hotel's RAILS and Little Bar. Expect French cocktails, digestifs and wine accompanying your meal, which includes dishes from both sides of the Channel.

You'll certainly struggle to find a better pub lunch than what The Clapham North is supplying. Settle into the stylish yet cosy interior before delving into scrumptious small plates, Sunday roasts and elevated classics, like a Cornish lamb pasty pie.

The lunch menu at Steak and Company Piccadilly Circus is an absolute steal before a matinee theatre performance or as a stop-off when exploring the sights. Expect a £20 steak stone experience, affordable sirloin and chips, and even beer-battered fish.

Searching for a quick lunch stop? Or want to settle in for the weekend? Paradiso Burger & Cocktail Bar is a great place for a little mid-afternoon eating. Chow down on small plates of chicken, or try their amazing selection of burgers if you're feeling hungry.

Ultimate belly builders in Battersea, The Four Thieves is a brimming destination for any lunch-style dining that you fancy diving into. Whether you're getting bold over burgers, guzzling in their dedicated gin garden or going at their selection of in-house brewed drinks, The Four Thieves is a pub like no other in the city, and it's simply made for lunch. 

Opera Tavern is, if you hadn't guessed from the name, situated right in the heart of London's bustling West End. This gorgeous tapas restaurant serves up a slice of the Mediterranean from a charcoal grill, including a bargain lunch menu of 3 small plates for £20.

Whether you're heading to Dulwich, Parsons Green or Balham, Megan's offers you the perfect place for a spot of lunch. Head along the pretty venues to delve into a menu of lip-smacking Mediterranean eats, not to mention bubbles and cocktails aplenty.

Brimming with lunch goodies in the form of beefy burgers, sandwiches, salads and a hefty selection of mains, The Parcel Yard is a lunchers delight. Great accessible setting, perfect pit stop in between trains and a grand old range of Fuller's cask ales - this pub brings some delish pub grub to King's Cross at some more than reasonable prices. 

The toastie specialists at Morty & Bob's have teamed up with Night Tales, creating a cafe-cum-bar called NT's in Hackney. The venue serves as a laid back cafe by day, but completely transforms itself after dark, when the DJs, live music and master mixologists behind the bar dial things up a bit. Head down at lunchtime and eat your way through the venue's incredible selection of cheese-heavy toasties. 

St Barts puts on a choice of homemade burgers, classic British mains and renowned flatbread spreads from its Smithfield base. The focus falls on the best British ingredients they can lay their hands on, with meat coming from the nearby market and a whole host of artisan wines and Meantime Brewery beers to wash it all down with.

Looking for a fresh and stylish place to drop in to for lunch time in the city? Balls Brothers Austin Friars offers all that and more, serving up seasonal dishes cooked from scratch just along from Liverpool Street. Menus change daily and food comes prepared in a theatrical open plan kitchen, and there's a superb array of cocktails, wines and beers if you were looking to make it a boozy one.

For lunch in South London? Look no further than Arepa & Co, the Stockwell spot that's got Venezuelan street food waiting for you, from cornbread stuffed with black beans to healthy bowls. Plus, there's cocktails to accompany.

Upgrade your lunch plans at Yuu Kitchen in Aldgate. Step inside the slick venue, where you'll get to take advantage of the Friday 2-4-1 bao offer, between 12pm and 3:30pm. Think soft pillows stuffed with jackfruit, braised pork belly, tofu and much more.

If you're after some delicious lunch, Auberge is bound to hit the spot. Inside this Southbank venue, you can take advantage of the £12.95 afternoon offer between 12pm and 5pm, which includes a steak sandwich or moules mariniere, accompanied by a glass of house wine.

From by the river to Waterloo, Sticky Mango venues are making sure you get your fill of blossom-filled interiors and Pan-Asian fare at lunchtime. But that's not all, as the Tower Bridge venue has amazing views to make your meal extra special.

Get on down to 28-50 Wine Bars, found in Oxford Circus, Chelsea and Marylebone, to take advantage of their fabulous lunch menu. While in stylish surrounds, enjoy two tasty courses of European fare for just £19.95 paired with a complimentary glass of wine.

Whether you fancy sumptuous corn fritters topped with halloumi, poke bowls or steak sarnies, Lantana Cafe Fitzrovia is on-hand to provide you with the ideal lunch destination. Plus, there's a range of fizz and cocktails to accompany across its London venues, including London Bridge and Shoreditch. 

Fronting a range of international small plates and larger dishes like the miso noodle bowl or shoulder of lamb, Union Social at The Gantry is a gorgeous spot for some lunch. Dive into their sumptuous menu in their gorgeous indoor space, or out on the sunny terrace.

A lively afterwork boozer also brings the goods come lunchtime. Head to Shoreditch's The Owl and Pussycat for hearty pub lunch options, with fish finger sarnies, burgers, and fish and chips all stodgy enough to soak up the inevitable lunchtime pint.

Looking for lunch in Shoreditch? Casa do Frango's interiors scream chic, while its casual attitude, wood-charcoal fired Frango piri-piri and classic Portuguese sharing plates tell a more relaxed story. Better yet, you can wash your meal down with a beaut wine list.

After lunch in the City of London? The Listing Bar is a stunning spot nestled between Cannon Street and Monument, offering up an all-day menu that gives you the choice between Biscoff French toast or sweet potato fritter brunches and mains, including poke bowls or burgers.

Based in West India Quay, The Sipping Room is a welcoming bar and restaurant that serves both seasonal dishes and inventive cocktails. Open early in the morning and shutting up shop close to midnight each day, the venue caters for your every need. Head down at lunch and enjoy a delicious menu of seasonal classics and comfort food treats.

With a cool, laid-back and easy going vibe, Heist Bank is the perfect place for a casual and quick lunch. Located near Paddington, the venue is a stylish mix of industrial design and quirky touches, along with having a pool table, delicious pizza and plenty of craft beer.

If steak is your thing, you're going to love this restaurant. From Chelsea to the City, Marco Pierre White and James Ogilvie Robertson are serving up some of the best cuts in the business, with swanky surroundings to match.

Looking for a top pub this lunchtime in London? Hark on down to Battersea and enjoy your lunch with a gastro twist as this South London favourite promises guests a true British dose of dining in a comfortable, charming and welcoming environment. 

Looking to pop into somewhere gorgeous for lunch? Iberica's Marylebone venue is decked out in gorgeous tiles and rustic wooden floors that are perfect for that Spanish feel. As for the food? Expect tapas dishes like croquetas and charred aubergine or paella to share.

With venues across the city, from Covent Garden to Butler's Wharf and Clapham Junction, All Bar One is a top-notch spot for some lunch. The best bit? There are fabulous offers, including any small plate and a side with a selected drink for just £10.95 per person.

Home to a slap-up selection of Mediterranean dishes, this unique Soho restaurant fronts a state-of-the-art charcoal grill, alongside a range of refreshing cocktails and some very slick interiors in which to enjoy them.

Boasting the most scrumptious Middle Eastern cuisine, Berenjak Borough is flaunting everything from flatbreads and coal cooked aubergine to minced lamb shoulder and much more. Pair your lunches with a glass of wine or fizz.

From Harrow to Peckham and Vauxhall, Market Place is the ideal location for a street food lunch. Perfect for the indecisive, you'll get to choose between plenty of options spanning Japanese, Mexican, Italian, Turkish and more.

In the heart of Central London is a modern dining destination whipping up some of the finest (and only) Burmese cuisine in the capital. Adorned with leafy foliage and earthy interiors, it's a tranquil setting to enjoy a spot of food during the day. Lahpet's express lunch menu is a thing of beauty - for just £15 per person, you can have your pick from an array of sides like shan tofu fritters or a tea leaf salad to go with your main. Think rakhine mohinga (spicy fish noodle soup) and tender, mutton curry. 

Located in Canary Wharf, Smollensky's is a fill your boots sort of place, with an emphasis on American-style dining. Grab a space on the terrace on a sunny day and work through the likes of steaks, burgers, and cajun-spiced chicken.