London’s reputation as a global food capital is no accident. Top chefs and hospitality teams in London are always hustling for the ultimate nod of approval – a place in the Michelin Guidebasically the restaurant world’s hall of fame.
Whether it’s buzzy newcomers, creative kitchens, or neighbourhood gems, the city’s best are constantly raising the bar to snag a spot in this legendary guide. Getting listed means the place is properly special, and London’s culinary scene has just received another sparkling endorsement as four London restaurants are newly welcomed into the revered Michelin Guide for August 2025.
Chapel Market Kitchen Oyster Bar & Grill
Perched amid the hustle of Angel’s Chapel Marketthis pastel-hued oyster bar opened its doors in 2024 and quickly became a magnet for seafood aficionados. The ever-evolving menu, anchored by a robust selection of oysters and a raw bar, draws on produce plucked fresh from nearby market stalls.
Diners can expect Mediterranean small plates, homemade pastas, and expertly grilled meats and fish. Michelin inspectors praised its “impressive wine list with plenty of choice by the glass” and commended the knowledgeable staff for attentive service.
Duchy
Chef Simon Shand’s latest venture, Duchyarrived in Shoreditch this May on the site of his former kitchen at Leroy. Inspired by the Duchy of Savoy – a region straddling southwest France and northwest Italy, this neighbourhood gem weaves Basque influences into its seasonal menu.
Standout dishes have included grilled John Dory with mussels, pig’s head croquette, and a barbecued pork chop dressed in bagna cauda. Michelin’s nod confirms Duchy’s place as a rising star in East London’s food world.
On the mezzanine in the National Gallery’s revamped Sainsbury Wing sits Locatelli, the London outpost of acclaimed Chef Giorgio Locatelli. Breaking the mould of the typical museum café, Locatelli brings an elevated Italian experience.
Visitors are invited to pair artistic masterpieces with artfully crafted dishes – think cappellacci stuffed with fresh peas and signature tiramisu. Downstairs, a sleek bar serves artisanal coffee and maritozzi, making this a destination for both culture and cuisine.
Ploussard
A local favourite in Battersea, Ploussard rounds out London’s latest Michelin Guide entries with its blend of chic elegance and classic bistro comfort. The restaurant’s blonde-wood interiors evoke vintage Art Deco, setting the stage for plates inspired by French tradition such as old winchester and black garlic croustade or scallop paired with chicken wing, corn, and a silky vin jaune sauce.
Though the wine list is focused rather than exhaustive, inspectors hailed its “brilliant choices,” each designed to elevate the dining experience.
London’s constant evolution on the global food stage is perhaps best reflected in these new entries: a market-fresh oyster bar, a Basque-inspired kitchen, a museum café transformed, and an artful Parisian bistro – all now certified by the world’s foremost restaurant guide.
