Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in South Kensington

242 restaurants available nearby

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1. AFTERNOON TEA AT LONDON SECRET GARDEN

4.1

Excellent(368)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Kensington

Booked 3 times today

It's the ultimate atmospheric space in this SECRET GARDEN, a place to relax, entertain, celebrate a birthday, enjoy time with colleagues or settle in with friends and family for a few hours in your own heaven. We offer a scrumptious a la Carte menu or why not try our Special Menus and Experiences every day:CLASSIC AFTERNOON TEAAFTERNOON TEA WITH PROSECCO OR COCKTAILFARMERS GRILL SHARING MENUWe offer two venues you can choose from to enjoy your time here in our lovely garden, the covered & heated outdoor seating and the Domes.

2. Light Of India

4.6

Exceptional(407)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Kensington

Booked 4 times today

Situated in the heart of Kensington, The Light of India restaurant is a classy and elegant Indian restaurant established in 1984. Dishes are derived from the Moghul cuisine of North West India where fish and meat ingredients are, traditionally, cooked in a tandoor oven. Being awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence, Open Table Dinners Choice Award as well as the Certificate of Excellence by AAA our culinary philosophy is deceptively simple. We celebrate the very best of Indian food. The Light of India is the perfect place for family dining in London, an intimate dinner with your special somebody, or just a meal with friends or colleagues.

3. Margaux

4.7

Exceptional(975)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • South Kensington

Booked 18 times today

Margaux is a modern European restaurant/wine bar. The French/Italian inspired menu includes seared foie gras, house made pork terrine, porcini risotto for appetisers and seared scallops, grilled veal rib and Barolo braised beef as some of the main courses. 100 bin wine list covers a broad range of producers and grapes, with an emphasis on old world wines. If you don"t want to stretch to a bottle there are over 25 wines by the glass and carafe. The dessert menu includes a dark chocolate plate featuring cocoa in 7 textures, passion fruit crème brûlée and amaretto sponge cake and a selection of house made ice creams. The weekend brunch menu features classic such as eggs benedict and eggs royal, smoked salmon, french toast with cinnamon ice cream.

4. Go Viet

4.7

Exceptional(441)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Kensington

Booked 7 times today

After the phenomenal success of Chinatown's Viet Food, the founder Chef Jeff Tan opens his flagship, modern fusion Vietnamese restaurant with casual dining, Go Viet in South Kensington.With its comfortable booth seating, low hanging Asian style lamps, terracotta colour scheme and backlit tortoiseshell wall panels, it is sleek, contemporary and minimalist. From the moment you walk in there is a feeling of warmth and peacefulness.GO-Viet menu created by Chef Tan and Chef Huang with Chef Jeff’s concept of combines the finest quality Vietnamese ingredients with Western cooking style, injecting healthy elements to Vietnamese cuisine and gives it a modern twist. Fresh and fragrant herbs combined with delicately seasoned sauces and broths, dishes are not only beautifully presented but packed full of flavour, and free from MSG.A selection of red, rose and white world wines, unique cocktails (as well as non-alcoholic versions), beers, ciders and juices, make up the extens

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5. Chucs Cafe Kensington

4.5

Awesome(130)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • South Kensington

Booked 4 times today

Chucs Cafe Kensington, the fourth London outpost for the Restaurant & Cafe collection, offers a high-quality, full service café menu, alongside takeaway options – including paninis, salads, smoothies and coffee. The breakfast menu features a wide selection of dishes, ranging from fresh pastries and House Granola & Yoghurt, to classic favourites including Eggs Benedict, and Smashed Avocado with Poached Eggs & Smoked Chilli. The all day offering will include some of Chucs’ most popular dishes, including the delicious – and don’t forget Instagrammable – Cobb Salad, Chicken Milanese & Club Sandwich. Come evening, guests can select from a carefully curated wine list - a large selection of which will be available by the glass – all to be enjoyed alongside ciccheti, small plates, or main dishes - including Burrata, Saffron & Prawn Risotto, Wild mushrooms Lasagna.

6. Cecconi's

4.6

Exceptional(2991)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 67 times today

Famous Italian brasseria serving items from "Cicchetti" (Italian style tapas) to Veal Milanese and Lobster Spaghetti. Vibrant yet traditional environment.

7. Zephyr

4.7

Exceptional(596)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Notting Hill

Booked 72 times today

West London melts away as chargrilled meat and fish are drizzled and dressed with modern-mezze flavours amidst a plethora of interpretive feasting dishes.Layered dining promotes a flowing service that gives flavours room to breathe.

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8. Los Mochis Notting Hill

4.5

Awesome(620)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Notting Hill

Booked 62 times today

Los Mochis, where Tokyo meets Tulum, seamlessly blending the vibrant spirit of Mexican culture with the refined elegance of Japanese cuisine. Recently crowned the 2023 Restaurant of the Year, our Notting Hill Gate restaurant offers a captivating atmosphere just a stone's throw from Portobello Market. Explore our upstairs cocktail bar with cocktails like Tommy’s Margaritas and Mezcal Martinis, or opt for our heated terrace overlooking the iconic colourful streets of Notting Hill.Indulge in signature dishes like the Trailer Park Chicken Taco, and Miso Cod Taco, complemented by a superb sushi selection featuring Spicy Tuna Maki and Shrimp Tempura Maki. Our chefs use only the finest, seasonal, and sustainable ingredients, creating a menu that is entirely gluten, nut, and celery-free. Whether you choose our a la carte menu or join us for a weekend breakfast or brunch, we invite you to savour the extraordinary in every bite.

9. Ognisko

4.8

Exceptional(3855)

Price: Expensive

• Polish • South Kensington

Booked 44 times today

Ognisko restaurant on Exhibition Road in the heart of South Kensington, is just a stone’s throw away from the Natural History Museum, Science Museum, Royal Albert Hall and London Imperial College. Housed in the beautiful Victorian home of Ognisko Polskie club the restaurant is focusing on the cuisines eastern and Central Europe. The bar is open all day serving light dishes as well as mouthwatering desserts. Ognisko’s bar serves a wide range of fruit and spice -infused vodkas, classic cocktails and a small range boutique beers from regional Polish breweries. The restaurant can sit up to 80 guests together with a terrace overlooking communal gardens seating up to 40. There is also a large events space on the first floor available for daytime conferences, weddings and corporate events.

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10. The Mayfair Chippy

4.6

Exceptional(1968)

Price: Moderate

• British • Mayfair

Booked 63 times today

NEWS: MAYFAIR CHIPPY KNIGHTSBRIDGE NOW OPEN!The Mayfair Chippy is a quintessentially British restaurant with an emphasis on great fish dishes, serving only the freshest produce to the highest standards.Fish & Chips is the specialty, but we also serve traditional classic British dishes such as our famous Shepherd’s Pie. To complement the fabulous food, we also offer a selection of world wines and retro cocktails.Located in the heart of Mayfair our independent restaurant boasts 1 AA Rosette, we are also proud to appear in the Michelin Guide 2016.We are open 7 days a week for Lunch and Dinner.Please note we are unable to cater for: NUT, FISH. SHELLFISH allergies or intolerances.

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Sue
Warwickshire •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Absolutely delicious, food was amazing, service and restaurant in general also fab - we had tapas but will definitely go back for the restaurant signature dish. Highly recommend a visit.
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Go VietPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Kensington
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4.7
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MartinVIP
Surrey •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Friendly staff and other customers. Great menu & wine list. Our favourite restaurant in this part of London.
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MargauxPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• South Kensington
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4.7
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Allison
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had afternoon tea in one of the domes in the garden. Even in winter, the space was green and beautifully kept, and the food and service were great!
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AFTERNOON TEA AT LONDON SECRET GARDENPrice: Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South Kensington
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4.1
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Emily
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Dining here was spectacular! We had read other great reviews about the food and service and decided to give it a try. Our waiter, Ruhel was kind and attentive. He offered thoughtful suggestions of the menu, including the avocado and mango salad, Chettinad Pepper Chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, and the garlic naan. The atmosphere, food and service were truly top notch. We will absolutely be back on our next trip to London!
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Light Of IndiaPrice: Expensive• Indian• Kensington
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
Great as always
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Chucs Cafe KensingtonPrice: Expensive• Italian• South Kensington
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4.5

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242 restaurants available nearby

1. AFTERNOON TEA AT LONDON SECRET GARDEN

2. Light Of India

3. Margaux

4. Go Viet

5. Chucs Cafe Kensington

6. Cecconi's

7. Zephyr

8. Los Mochis Notting Hill

9. Ognisko

10. The Mayfair Chippy

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