From quirky Camden to trendy Shoreditch and the charm of Notting Hill, London is a vibrant melting pot of culture – and its food scene is no different. This September is chock-full of exciting new restaurant openings, so if you want to stay ahead of the culinary curve, keep reading…
Tobi Masa
This September, world-renowned chef Masayoshi ‘Masa’ Takayama brings his first standalone London restaurant, Tobi Masa, to the ultra-luxurious Chancery Rosewood hotel in Grosvenor Square. Best known for his three-Michelin-starred omakase experience in New York, Chef Masa’s London debut promises a refined yet distinctly local twist on Japanese dining.
Expect signature dishes like toro tartare, Peking duck tacos, and shiso ink pasta – all crafted using seasonal British ingredients. Set within the reimagined former U.S. Embassy, the space will feature an omakase counter, bar, and elegant dining room – designed for everything from relaxed bites to special occasions. Launching mid-September, Tobi Masa is already shaping up to be one of the city’s most anticipated openings of the year.
Angela Hartnett at the Royal Opera House
Acclaimed chef Angela Hartnett will open her highly anticipated new restaurant on the fifth floor of the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden this September, taking over the former Piazza space with a relaxed yet refined Italian-inspired concept. Open daily for lunch and dinner and accessible to all (not just performance-goers!) the venue will feature ingredient-led dishes that reflect Hartnett’s signature style, alongside a Turin-style rooftop terrace bar offering light bites and sweeping West End views.
Created in partnership with hospitality group Company of Cooks, the restaurant blends high-quality seasonal produce with understated elegance in a setting that celebrates both food and culture. To mark the opening, Hartnett will host a live ‘Dish from Waitrose’ podcast event with Nick Grimshaw in the Royal Opera House auditorium on 17th September, just ahead of the official launch.
Labombe by Trivet
Fine-dining duo Jonny Lake and Isa Bal are set to launch a sophisticated spot at COMO Metropolitan on Old Park Lane, poised to be an elegant addition to London’s culinary scene. Building upon their two-Michelin-starred restaurant Trivet, the new venture will offer a wine-forward dining experience with a menu focused on European-style small plates and snacks. Think grilled duck heart skewers, king oyster gildas, and Trivet’s popular hot tongue bun, followed by starters such as gurnard crudo with orange ponzu, and larger plates like grilled monkfish and sweetbreads Grenobloise.
The kitchen will be led by Head Chef Evan Moore, formerly of The Fat Duck Group, while the drinks program will be overseen by Philipp Reinstaller, UK Sommelier of the Year 2024. The wine list will feature a selection of carefully curated wines, including rare and older vintages available by the glass. The cocktail menu will pay homage to the venue’s legacy as the Met Bar, a former hotspot for creatives in the 1990s. Opening on 16th September, Labombe by Trivet promises to deliver a distinctive and memorable dining experience in the heart of Mayfair.
ALTA
Helmed by chef Rob Roy Cameron, known for his work at El Bulli and Gazelle, ALTA focuses on Basque-inspired cuisine using high-quality British ingredients.
The menu features dishes like Cornish mussels with grilled bread, wood-fired courgette with pumpkin seed romesco, and grilled meats such as 38-day aged beef sirloin and turbot head. Desserts include Basque cheesecake with escabeche strawberries and chocolate mousse with smoked olive oil meringue. The drinks program, curated by Dino Koletsas, emphasises European wines, ciders from UK producers, Spanish vermouth, and savory cocktails. The restaurant will be located in Fitzrovia, spanning two floors and boasting an open-fire grill, private dining room, and a year-round heated terrace.
Aki London
Aki London, the first international outpost of Malta’s acclaimed db Group, is set to open in September 2025 at One Cavendish Square, Marylebone. Housed in a Grade II-listed former bank, the venue has undergone a £15 million transformation, preserving its historic grandeur while introducing contemporary elegance.
Designed by UK-based, Maltese-born architect Francis Sultana, the space features an 80-cover main dining room, a mezzanine terrace, private dining areas, and a cocktail bar nestled within the original bank vaults. The menu offers a modern take on classic Japanese cuisine, including sushi, robata, and kushiyaki dishes, crafted from freshly sourced, quality ingredients. Signature cocktails, such as the Rising Sun and Donabe Negroni, complement the dining experience.
Poon’s at Somerset House
Opening this September in Somerset House’s New Wing, Poon’s at Somerset House marks Amy Poon’s first permanent restaurant, an evolution of her family’s iconic Cantonese legacy.
The 60-cover space will serve home-style Chinese dishes like her father’s claypot rice, wind-dried meats, and ‘magic soup,’ alongside inventive bar snacks and cocktails with Chinese twists. Designed to feel warm and personal, the restaurant features an open kitchen, communal dining, and a cobbled terrace, with a drinks list focused on biodynamic wines and female-led producers. It’s a heartfelt tribute to heritage, and we expect it to be a real hit.
Legado
Celebrated Spanish chef Nieves Barragán Mohacho in partnership with JKS Restaurants, will open Legado on August 28th in Shoreditch, London. Meaning ‘Legacy,’ Legado is a deeply personal exploration of Spain’s diverse regional cuisines, rooted in Nieves’s heritage and decades of experience, including her Michelin-starred success at Sabor.
The menu celebrates lesser-known dishes, artisanal producers, and whole animal butchery, showcasing specialties like Zamoran lamb, Segovian suckling pig, and Iberian ham from Señorío de Montanera. Seafood shines with dishes such as crystal prawns and confit lobster, while nostalgic vegetable and dessert offerings draw from Nieves’s childhood. The drinks program features a rotating ‘3-Sip Serve’ aperitif selection, a 150-bin Spanish wine list, Sherry rarities, and island wines, all served in a thoughtfully designed space blending natural light, terracotta tones, and a dramatic open kitchen with custom-built ovens. The restaurant seats 64, with an additional 16 at the chef’s counter and a dedicated all-day Taberna bar offering tapas and pintxos indoors and on a terrace.
CÉ LA VI London
CÉ LA VI London will officially open its doors on Friday 12th September, bringing a bold new dining destination to the capital with its debut location atop Paddington Square. Spanning the top two floors, it will become West London’s highest rooftop restaurant, offering sweeping skyline views, modern Asian cuisine, and a multi-sensory dining and nightlife experience. At its heart is a vibrant, contemporary menu celebrating Asia’s diverse culinary heritage, featuring high-quality, locally sourced ingredients and standout dishes such as Miso Seabass with Szechuan green chilli sauce, Crispy Red Snapper, and Wagyu Beef Tataki with truffle ponzu.
Designed for sharing, the menu blends authenticity with innovation, reimagining familiar dishes through a bold Asian lens. The venue’s 17th floor will house a dynamic restaurant, bar, and lounge that transitions from elegant lunches and sunset cocktails to sultry dinners and late-night energy, anchored by an open central bar serving cocktails with Asian flair, like the Shiso Margarita and Paloma Caliente, alongside rare wines and seasonal sakes. Upstairs on the 18th floor, a more intimate experience awaits, featuring a private dining room for up to 14 guests with panoramic views, ideal for celebrations or business dinners, as well as a relaxed lounge bar with live DJs and curated performances that blend dining, drinking, and entertainment in a truly elevated setting.
September Pop-Ups
In addition to London’s ever-growing restaurant scene, September will also see a number of established venues playing host to exciting pop-ups. These limited-time culinary experiences offer a unique chance to sample exclusive menus, discover up-and-coming chefs, and enjoy creative collaborations – don’t miss out!
Autumn Supper Clubs at Honey & Co. Daily
Honey & Co. is bringing back its beloved Autumn Supper Clubs at their Store Street installation, offering cosy, communal dining with a seasonal twist.
Highlights include the Rosh Hashanah Supper Club on 4th October, featuring a three-course sharing menu full of symbolic flavours like figs, honey, and pomegranate. Then, on 28th November, don’t miss the Thanksgiving Supper Club – hosted by pastry chef Bridget Fojcik, serving up family-style favourites like Waldorf salad, buttermilk mash, turkey with her signature stuffing, and pumpkin cheesecake. Expect intimate, flavourful evenings that celebrate tradition, togetherness, and the richness of autumn cooking.
19-21 Store Street, London, WC1E 7BL
Claridge’s Kitchen Supper Series 2025
This autumn, Claridge’s invites foodies to experience front-row culinary theatre with its exclusive Kitchen Supper Series, presented in collaboration with The Good Food Guide. Nestled within the elegant L’Épicerie, a marble-clad chef’s table overlooking the live kitchen, each dinner welcomes just 14 guests.
On 29th September, Merlin Labron‑Johnson of Osip Somerset is set to take the reins. Osip was awarded a Michelin Star in 2021, followed by a Michelin Green Star in 2023, so you know the cooking is going to be sensational. Then, on 10th November, Osip is followed by Cornwall’s celebrated Paul Ainsworth of the Michelin-starred No. 6, each crafting a five‑course menu paired meticulously with fine wines. Don’t miss this rare chance to savour remarkable modern British cuisine in one of Mayfair’s most intimate settings.
Brook Street, Mayfair, London, W1K 4HR
Claridge’s Kitchen Supper Series: Immersive Dining Experience
The Pot Luck Club
The Pot Luck Club, one of Cape Town’s most acclaimed dining destinations, is making its UK debut with a three-month residency at The Waldorf Hilton, London, from 13th August to 30th November 2025. Helmed by British-born chef Luke Dale Roberts, the pop-up takes over the hotel’s flagship dining room, Homage, offering a dynamic dining experience that blends South African bold flavours with British seasonal ingredients.
The menu features inventive small plates such as smoked beef fillet with truffle café au lait, springbok tataki with mandarin gastrique, and Cape Malay-spiced vegetarian dishes. A curated cocktail programme, led by The Wild Monkey bar team, complements the cuisine with house-infused cordials and seasonal ingredients. Guests can choose from an à la carte menu, a shorter prix fixe option, or indulge in the full tasting experience.
Aldwych, London, WC2B 4DD
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Quality Wine’s & Friends Sunday Summer Series
Each month this summer (and into autumn), Quality Wines in Farringdon transforms its normally closed Sunday into a collaborative culinary event: the Quality Wines & Friends series. Hosted alongside special guest chefs, this all-afternoon gathering begins at noon and features a bespoke menu of six to eight dishes co-created by the guest and Quality Wines’ chef, Nick Bramham. As you dine, enjoy thoughtfully paired selections of wine, available by the glass and bottle, that bring out the best in each dish. Highlights include:
27th July: Sertaç Dirik of Mangal II, celebrated for his neo-ocakbasi creations
31st August: Dara Klein, champion of regional Italian cookery and founder of Tiella
28th September: Boutheina Ben Salem, inspired by French–Tunisian culinary traditions
88 Farringdon Road, London, EC1R 3EA
So, with all this newness, you’ll have no excuse to eat in come September.