Unique Restaurants In London

London - a city where dining choices abound, where there aren't just quirky restaurants but completely unique and often... pretty bonkers. From a sit-down dinner on the tube to immersive dining experiences, these unique London restaurants don't just serve up delicious food and great cocktails, but also a healthy dollop of fun and something utterly different.

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Last updated on 16th September 2024




Supperclub.tube

By far one of the most unique dining experiences around, Supperclub.tube can be found in Walthamstow - inside a disused London Underground carriage from 1967. They maintain the original interiors and signs of the tube, while head chef Beatriz Maldonado Carreño whips up a delicious Colombian-style menu, inspired by her time working in top restaurants across London and Colombia. Dishes may include chorizo empanadas, braised beef short rib and more, with a cracking selection of wine and fizz to wash it down.

Mercato Metropolitano Elephant and Castle

You could definitely call Mercato Metropolitano unique, however the term restaurant might not quite fit the bill for this food hall - more like a plethora of restaurants all under one giant roof. Hosting more than 48 food stalls serving up options from around the world, this Elephant and Castle spot also delivers on the drinks front, offering up craft brews, wine and cocktails.

Proud Cabaret City

Inspired by prohibition era speakeasies, Proud Cabaret City is a hub of entertainment offering great food at the same time. Expect low lighting and intimate booths to enjoy the show from, promising incredibly talented cabaret, burlesque and jazz performers - with live bands and DJs to follow. You can choose between two, five or ten-course chef's table menus here, with dishes ranging from harissa roasted cauliflower to squid ink risotto.

Kenza Restaurant and Lounge

With a name that means 'treasure' in Arabic, you know you're in for a treat at Kenza Restaurant and Lounge. This trendy spot is decked out in glitz and glam from head to toe, as a re the belly dancers that put on a spectacular show in the evenings. Take a seat in the glittery, colourful bar for live entertainment, delicious cocktails and mouthwatering Middle Eastern fare - think spiced chicken wings, grilled salmon fillets and all sorts of cold mezze plates.

Bustronome

If you want to do something totally unique, step on board Bustronome which combines fine dining with stunning views of London from a glass-topped double decker. Ideal for unique dates or quirky birthday parties, this will be a truly special way to dine and see the city. 

INCA London

A stylish cabaret-style restaurant in Soho, INCA is a fine dining haunt with a party twist. Expect plenty of theatrical glamour, with sultry, low-lit interiors that are adorned with gold. The entertainment isn't all that's special about this place though, as the menu is pretty enticing too - from tempura shrimp dragon maki to charred lamb chops with sweet potato or miso-grilled aubergine.

Peggy Jean

Right on the river in Richmond, Peggy Jean is a pretty quirky spot for a bite to eat - especially as it's on a boat. Float on the Thames while relaxing under pastel pink umbrellas, soaking up the sun and the great views from their alfresco terrace. There are indoor tables too for those rainier days, with huge windows so that you can still see the sights. Feeling peckish? They serve everything from lamb koftas to panko-fried halloumi or seabream ceviche here.

The London Cabaret Club

If you're after dinner and a show all in one, you can't go wrong with a trip to London Cabaret Club. You'll find this place in Holborn, close to The British Museum, hosting amazing burlesque performances themed around everything from Copacabana to Roxie Rocks Chicago. There area number of dinner packages to go with your seat reservation, starting from as little as £80 for a gourmet three-course meal and a night full of entertainment. As for the menu, dishes range from spring greens risotto to roasted rump of lamb with pea puree.

Sketch

Sketch has been around since 2002, opened by chef Pierre Gagnaire and restaurateur Momo Mazouz - with a menu that's inspired by Gagnaire's eponymous three-star restaurant in Paris. Expect elegant decor in every room of this spacious venue, as well as some of the most photographed toilets in London. The quirky Mayfair joint has a whole lot of different dining areas inside, including a three Michelin-starred restaurant and a more relaxed brasserie.

The Cheese Bar

Following the success of their touring food truck Archie, The Cheese Bar is a permanent venue in Camden Stables that serves non-stop cheesy goodness. Get stuck into Cropwell Bishop, bacon and chutney sandwiches, gooey fondue or even a cheese-infused dessert, all of which aim to support cheese producers all over London. To wash it down? A huge range of refreshing craft beer.

Le Petit Chef

For something totally unique, check out Le Petit Chef: a quirky experience brought to you by the London Cabaret Club. This global sensation is a fully animated fine dining adventure, with a French bistro soundtrack and a tiny CGI chef that cooks your dinner right in front of you, while battling moles and giant sea monsters to do so. Their multi-course menus start from £119 per person, including a bottle of wine, with dishes like lobster and king prawn risotto or beef fillet on the cards.