Jamie Oliver Catherine Street is the latest must-visit restaurant in celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s repertoire. Opened in November 2023 in the bustling area of Covent Garden, this gem is home to some of the finest contemporary British cuisine around. The menu is built around some of Jamie Oliver’s favourite food as a child, as well as his journey to becoming a world-renowned chef.

London Bridge’s Restaurant Story (3.0) re-emerges as a culinary must-visit this winter, set to captivate diners with its MICHELIN-starred charm. This high-end spot from executive chef Tom Sellers is set to reopen its doors in January 2024 after undergoing a lavish £2.5 million makeover, making it one of the best new restaurants in London for 2024.

Take a journey through West Africa via the streets of Salvador in Brazil by trying out the new Akara Restaurant in Southwark. Recently opened in November 2023 near bustling Borough Market, this spot presents an innovative take on ‘akara’, seamlessly merging the crispy, fluffy qualities of Nigerian akara osu with the flavour-packed delights of Brazilian acaraje.

When it comes to new restaurant openings in London, Florencio Pizza is up there with the very best. This new spot fulfils chef Diego Jacquet’s dream of launching a pizza eatery in London, seamlessly blending his Argentinian upbringing with the global experiences acquired during his culinary journey. Florencio combines delicious pizza dough, meticulously fermented over 48 hours, with the finest seasonal ingredients to create an impressive menu.

Opened last December and already establishing itself as one of the great new restaurants in London, Clap London is a Japanese fine-dining hotspot. Spread across two floors, the restaurant features live sushi and robata counters that bring the real flavours of Japan to life. Meanwhile, the rooftop bar and lounge offer unparalleled views over London’s famous skyline, along with sublime cocktails.

Since its grand opening in October 2023, La Bibliothèque has emerged as a sophisticated dining spot that seamlessly weaves together Mediterranean and Japanese influences. Headed up by the talented chef James Mayle and his team, the menu boasts starters such as Japanese milk bread, scallops paired with prosciutto and wasabi, and an oyster dish crafted in traditional wanton style. Main courses, meanwhile, include delights like tender sirloin with ceps and sesame, and duck with plum and shiso.

With only a few months under its belt since opening in October 2023, Paper Moon London has already made an impression on the capital’s historical centre and firmly cemented itself as one of the best new restaurants in London for 2024. Here you can enjoy the authentic flavours of Italian food in the heart of Westminster, where the iconic OWO building provides a stunning backdrop for your meal.