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FOOD
And the award goes to…
The UKs leading independent restaurant guide,
SquareMeal, has announced the best restaurants that
London has to offer in 2024.
SquareMeal's London Top 100 shone a spotlight on
the capital's greatest places to eat, as voted for by
both critics and diners.
Using a combination of thousands of reader
votes and the opinion of SquareMeal's own expert critics,
the London Top 100 Restaurants is a reflection of the
city's varied dining scene. The list features everything
from fine dining experiences through to gastropubs and
everything in between. Each restaurant is truly unique but
all have one thing in common - an unmissable experience.
SquareMeal's Best Restaurant in London title went
to Lyle's in Shoreditch, which is celebrating its tenth
birthday this year, Lyle's has evolved from a young, brash
newcomer to one of London's most modern restaurants,
reflecting a 30-place rise from last year's list to take top
spot in 2024.
The serene whitewashed interiors belie the technical
precision going on behind the scenes, where James
Lowe and team weave their magic. Lyle's is also home
to an exceptional non-alcoholic drinks offering --
another sign that this is one of London's most innovative
restaurants too.
Fast moving
SquareMeal's Managing Editor, Ellie Donnell, explains,
"London's restaurant scene moves very quickly, which is
why our Top 100 Restaurant lists become more important
every year. They allow us to pause and reflect on the
incredible restaurants from the year prior - both new and
old - while giving those at the height of their culinary
careers the time and attention they deserve.
"In Lyle's, we have a restaurant that has not only stood
the test of time but continues to push the boundaries of
what modern British food means today. James Lowe and
his team have managed to capture the very essence of
casual fine dining where a focus on UK-grown produce,
exceptional plates and friendly service will never go out of
fashion. Bravo!"
SquareMeal started more than 30 years ago, as a guide
to the best restaurants in the City of London. Since then,
it has grown to encompass the whole of the UK, reaching
more than 1m users per month.
Full list can be viewed HERE.
The winning team at Lyle's in Shoreditch, London.