Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in South Kensington

251 restaurants available nearby

A photo of AFTERNOON TEA AT LONDON SECRET GARDEN restaurant

1. AFTERNOON TEA AT LONDON SECRET GARDEN

4.0

Excellent(355)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • South Kensington

Booked 9 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

4.5

Awesome(401)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Kensington

Booked 9 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. Go Viet

4.7

Exceptional(434)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Kensington

Booked 6 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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4. Chucs Cafe Kensington

4.5

Awesome(129)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • South Kensington

Booked 1 time 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.

5. Min Jiang

4.7

Exceptional(2191)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Kensington

Booked 42 times today

Situated in the heart of fashionable Kensington, on the doorstep of Hyde Park and in a lofty position on the tenth floor of the Royal Garden Hotel, Min Jiang boasts breathtaking views of Kensington Gardens and London’s skyline. The restaurant design combines striking blue and white Chinese vases against deep contemporary red walls, creating an unforgettable dining experience. The authentic and traditional approach to Asian cuisine has made the restaurant the home of Chinese fine dining for over 10 years, the highlight of any visit is the exquisite Dim Sum and the Legendary wood fired Beijing Duck. Min Jiang is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

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6. Los Mochis Notting Hill

4.5

Awesome(577)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Notting Hill

Booked 46 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.

7. Cecconi's

4.6

Exceptional(2934)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 170 times today

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

8. Zephyr

4.7

Exceptional(578)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Notting Hill

Booked 82 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.

9. The Ledbury

4.9

Exceptional(2795)

Price: Very Expensive

• British • Notting Hill

Booked 16 times today

The Ledbury is located the heart of Notting Hill.Since opening in 2005, it has become one of London's more established restaurants, gaining 3 Michelin stars in 2024. The restaurant prides itself on showcasing seasonal ingredients along with their own Deer, Jersey Cows and Iberian Pigs which are reared by Chef/Owner Brett Graham. After a 2 year hiatus, The Ledbury reopened with a new look dining room and their own in house Fungarium. The kitchen is being overseen by Head Chef Tom Spenceley and the dining room is headed up by General Manager Jack Settle.

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10. The Mayfair Chippy

4.6

Exceptional(1937)

Price: Moderate

• British • Mayfair

Booked 53 times today

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 and Steak & Kidney Pudding. 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, with the addition of our new Weekend Brunch menu, not only can you stay, you can also take away.

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Heqing
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great dinning experience with nice view. Delicious peking duck and very attentive services.
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Min JiangPrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Kensington
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4.7
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Ana
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a lovely time, it was my birthday and the staff was so wonderfull and inviting, very polite and considerate, they even offered cake and sag happy birthday. Overall great experience.
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AFTERNOON TEA AT LONDON SECRET GARDENPrice: Expensive• Afternoon Tea• South Kensington
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Julietvip
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
My favourite restaurant in London that feels like a second home! I never leave disappointed. Food is amazing with incredible ingredients, super tasty, and fresh. The team are so kind and attentive. I highly recommend!
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Go VietPrice: Moderate• Vietnamese• Kensington
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great as always
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Chucs Cafe KensingtonPrice: Expensive• Italian• South Kensington
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4.5
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Mary
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
Great dinner experience. Food and service was fantastic. Would definitely eat dinner there again. What I did not enjoy was breakfast the next day. When we walked in for the included breakfast we had the host approach us in front of everyone and tell us we had to pay for breakfast. She kept pointing to 2 menus she was holding and not listening. Tried to explain we were told we had to pay if we wanted the English breakfast but the buffet was included. When we told the host this she did not want to hear it and proceeded to say we had to pay. We finally were able to sit down after a lengthy conversation where everyone was now staring at us. I then watched 3 more parties arrive after us and she did not put them through that process. I’m not sure why she felt the need to embarrass us like she did but it truly tainted our experience after having the best dinner and service the night before.
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Light Of IndiaPrice: Expensive• Indian• Kensington
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4.5

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1. AFTERNOON TEA AT LONDON SECRET GARDEN

2. Light Of India

3. Go Viet

4. Chucs Cafe Kensington

5. Min Jiang

6. Los Mochis Notting Hill

7. Cecconi's

8. Zephyr

9. The Ledbury

10. The Mayfair Chippy

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