Colbert
colbertchelsea.com
Situated where Chelsea, Belgravia and Knightsbridge meet, this traditional Parisian inspired café has been politely indulging the whims of Chelsea ‘Sloanesters’ for nine decades.
L’Art du Fromage
artdufromage.co.uk
If you’re mad about cheese this is the place for you. The small but perfectly formed, no frills restaurant packs a large punch when it comes to its fondues and cheese ice creams – perfect for a bit of fromage-based overindulgence.
Barts
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Barts is a quirky ‘speakeasy’ style bar in the heart of Chelsea. Find this secret bar through a large 1930s apartment building until you come to an imposing black door with a lantern and inconspicuous sign. If they like the look of you – they’ll let you in!
Eighty-Six
86restaurant.co.uk
Eighty-Six is a vibrant bar and restaurant in the heart of Chelsea. Don’t miss out on Lobster Tuesdays – a gourmet lobster dinner for just £20.
Honky Tonk
honkytonkchelsea.com
This New York inspired bar & restaurant was created by the founders of the Supperclub. Live jazz, blues and rockabilly, all-American Ribs alongside tobacco infused, bourbon mixed cocktails ensure this is a rock ‘n’ roll favourite.
The Botanist
thebotanistonsloanesquare.com
Named after Sir Hans Sloane, pioneering naturalist and Chelsea Physic Garden benefactor, The Botanist boasts an enviable location on Sloane Square. The restaurant bridges the gap between formal and informal, with its inventive but unpretentious food and considered yet relaxed interior.
Galante
bargalante.com
This Argentine style cocktail bar was created by the same people that own the Gaucho restaurant next door, and has quickly gained a reputation for its authentic 1930s/1940s Latin American cocktails and tasty steak sandwiches.
The Bluebird Bar
bluebird-restaurant.co.uk
A destination in its own right – the perfect place to meet friends, enjoy pre-dinner drinks, afternoon tea or party the night away. Chef Mark Robinson has also introduced a highly anticipated new menu.
Daphne’s
daphnes-restaurant.co.uk
Considered such a Chelsea institution that no visit here would be complete without sampling some of the restaurant’s fine cuisine – namely the Italian’s fresh pasta which is second to none.
Brompton Bar & Grill
bromptonbarandgrill.com
The award-winning Brompton Bar and Grill could be considered Knightsbridge’s ‘local’ bistro offering fine seasonal cuisine and delicious cocktails. Founded by chef Francois O’Neill in 2009, it has gone from strength to strength and is the ideal place to eat, drink and enjoy regular live music.
Tonteria
tonteria.co.uk
Guy Pelly and Marc Burton’s latest Mexican styled den, Tonteria, channels the hacienda lifestyle – hammocks, piñatas, skull shaped punch bowls. There’s even a shot train that rides round the room.
Roof Gardens
roofgardens.virgin.com
Located one hundred feet above Kensington High Street, The Roof Gardens and Babylon Restaurant are a true spectacle. Babylon provides the amazing food while the three themed roof gardens, with over 70 full size trees, a stream stocked with fish and resident flamingos Bill, Ben, Splosh and Pecks provide the entertainment – alongside the view of course.