London Food & Drink Guide

A glass of wine being poured at a london wine bar and restaurant.

The Female Original guide to London — wine bars, restaurants, pubs, and bars actually worth your time.

Welcome to the Big Smoke, aka London — the UK’s capital, famous for its rich history, culture… and, of course, its ever-growing food and drink scene. With so much to see, eat, and drink, you’re never going to tick it all off. By the time you’ve crossed one spot off your list, another has already popped up around the corner.

I’m still getting to know the city myself, so consider this guide a work in progress — I’ll be exploring, tasting, and adding new spots all the time. But here are my personal recommendations so far – the places I’ve visited, tested, and genuinely enjoyed – from natural wine bars tucked down side streets to classic pubs serving anything but classic pub food. Just the places worth your time and money!

Browse by area — North, East, South, West, or Central London — or by venue type, like wine bar, pub, or restaurant. Plan your next food and drink adventure across the city… or stumble upon a new local favourite you didn’t even know existed.