Exploring St. James, London, England
Note: This post has been updated on September 30, 2023.
There are no shortage of things to do and see in London. Every time we come back, we find new areas to explore and new things to learn. Because of this, we have broken out our London post into several.
The below information is a complete guide of the best places to stay and the top rated places to dine and drink in St. James. For transportation tips, as well as a summary of the history of this amazing city, please refer back to the London post.
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Where to Stay
While there are many areas to stay in, we have chosen the most popular to consider:
Where to Dine & Drink
45 Jermyn St.
Elegant restaurant with terracotta booths and a marble-topped bar, for brasserie menu and cocktails.
Fallow
Contemporary destination serving innovative cuisine using carefully sourced ingredients.
Gymkhana
Tandoor oven roasts, sigri charcoal grills and seasonal curries at Raj-era themed Indian restaurant
HIDE
A Michelin-starred restaurant serving morning to late-night dining options.
Le Comptoir Robuchon
Art deco dining room for French haute cuisine sharing dishes from the famed late chef Joel Robuchon.
Maison François
Upmarket bistro offering classic French cuisine in a chic setting, plus a basement wine bar.
Maru
A Japanese restaurant with Sake pairing menus
Ritz Restaurant
A Michelin-starred restaurant noted for its high-end British–French dining, in a baroque-style gilded salon, with ceiling frescoes and chandeliers.
Scully
Hip, wood-hued eatery serving artfully plated seasonal flavors from Australia to India & Ireland.
Seven Park Place
Serving French food with a British heart
Swans Bar
A concept store for culture and a place to relax and enjoy tailored cocktails against the backdrop of sumptuous books.
The Pem
Upscale British cuisine
