Cornus

Newer to Belgravia’s dining scene but already one of its hardest tables to book since opening in 2024, Cornus brings polished European cooking to Eccleston Yards, from the team behind Chelsea favourite Medlar. It’s ever so chic, very much understated elegance, all taupe and white tones and tactful lighting, making it an excellent backdrop for colourful, ingredient-led dishes for which head chef Gary Foulkes has become renown for - whether it’s Devon crab with wasabi and finger lime or aged belted Galloway beef with Turkish morels and wild garlic, you’d be hard pressed not to find something you’d not like. Worth noting too are the exceptional puddings on offer thanks to clever head pastry chef Kelly Cullen - strawberry pavlova with bee pollen, Sicilian pistachio and chocolate Mille-feuille or banana Souffle with Greek yoghurt ice cream and toffee sauce, these might just be a reason alone to come.

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Petrus by Gordon Ramsay

Tucked just behind Hyde Park Corner, this Belgravian stalwart is now in its 27th year and remains one of the neighbourhood’s most enduring fine-dining addresses, having retained its Michelin star for well over a decade. Petrus' sleek dining room is centred around a striking cylindrical wine vault, part cellar, part sculpture, setting the tone for an experience where wine is just as important as the food. Expect polished French cuisine paired with a seriously impressive cellar: yes, you can taste Château Pétrus by the glass here (bravo, Coravin), alongside more than 700 other bottles. Head chef Orson Vergnaud brings fresh flair to culinary classics, whether you opt for the six-course tasting menu, à la carte or the Discovery Menu, all of which can be mixed and matched across the table (a rare thing in fine dining). Or why not go all out with the immersive Kitchen Table Experience for a front-row seat to the action.

A restaurant with circular tables with white tablecloths

Amaya

Hidden beneath the Halkin Arcade, Amaya has held its Michelin star for nearly two decades and continues to bring its regulars back time and time again. This is a buzzy kind of place, Indian fine dining with a distinctly modern edge: a big open kitchen that sets the theatrical tone with food designed for sharing rather than the traditional starter-main format. Signature dishes include delicately charred lamb chops, buttery black cod and punchy paneer tikka, all arriving in a steady stream of small plates that make the whole experience feel sociable - a little bit of this and a little bit of that - your taste buds will be tingling. Inside, there’s a clubby feel, all cosily lit, with dark wood interiors, red floors, warm lighting and vibrant artwork. Also worth a mention is the cocktail list, with a signature curry leaf martini you absolutely must try.

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Brooklands by Claude Bosi

Perched on the top floor of Brooklands by Claude Bosi, this two-Michelin-starred showstopper brings a sense of occasion from the moment the lift doors open. Inspired by Britain’s golden age of motorsport and aviation, the space is all sweeping city views, glossy wood finishes and art deco glamour, complete with a Concorde-inspired ceiling that stretches across the dining room. Claude Bosi’s cooking is every bit as impressive: refined French technique paired with bold British influences and impeccable seasonal ingredients. Expect beautifully executed tasting menus including Cornish squid with artichoke or Landes guinea fowl with razor clams and smoke oil that demand to be mopped up to the last drop. Service is slick without feeling over-rehearsed, while the cocktail bar next door makes arriving early (or staying very late) all the bit more tempting with its eye-popping city views that are particularly mesmerising at sunset when shrouded in swathes of candy floss pink skies.

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Muse by Tom Aikens

Hidden down a postcard-perfect Belgravia mews, Muse by Tom Aikens is the sort of place you feel awfully smug about knowing. It’s teeny-tiny inside, seating just 23 diners, giving the whole evening the feel of an exceptionally chic dinner party, albeit one catered by one of Britain’s most celebrated chefs. Tom Aikens’ tasting menu is deeply personal, with each dish inspired by a memory, person or moment from his life, from childhood nostalgia to travels abroad, and the storytelling element gives dinner here a playful edge. Highlights include ‘The Love Affair’, a rich pigeon dish with bourguignon and wild garlic inspired by Tom’s affection for France, and the ‘Pick ’n’ Eat’ pudding of strawberries, sticky rice and Thai basil, created as a nod to summers spent berry picking. Interiors are understated and elegant, allowing the food to take centre stage, while the warm, attentive service keeps things relaxed rather than overly stiff and stuffy.

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