The Foodism team dive into the history of the decades-old restaurants that make up the fabric of London's dining scene, from gilded classics to neighbourhood stalwarts
Famously one of the few restaurants frequented by the late Queen Elizabeth II, Bellamy's eschews snobbery in favour of a welcoming and warm presence, an attitude that has kept it going for 18 years
The Ritz is such an impactful destination that it has forever changed our vocabulary. How do you cook food that stands up to a place with so much history, in one of the city's most glorious dining rooms?
The iconic jade-green tote bags, the cult-favourite smoked salmon – Panzer's Deli is a local institution that's deeply entrenched in the St John's Wood community
Over its 31 year history Pied à Terre has lived through changing chefs, tabloid scandals and Michelin stars. Through it all, David Moore has remained at the front lines, greeting guests and ushering the restaurant forward
Originally opened in 1900 by the grandparents of the current owners, E Pellicci has a long and storied history that has formed strong ties with the community
With an impact on the dining scene that extends beyond the UK and around the world, Fergus Henderson and Trevor Gulliver's St John is an institution in every sense of the word
Opened by Ali Dirik in 1994, Mangal 2 has undergone a metamorphosis under the stewardship of sons Ferhat and Sertaç, who are creating a modern philosophy of Turkish food in London
At Bentley's Oyster Bar & Grill, Richard Corrigan has restored this storied seafood restaurant to the glory of its early days, ensuring the oysters remain fresh and the doors stay open to all
Originally opened in 1926 by Peppino Leoni in the former home of Karl Marx, Quo Vadis has seen many people pass through its doors over the years, cementing its status as one of London's most iconic dining institutions
