Radisson Blu Edwardian Vanderbilt Hotel

SOUTH KENSINGTON. This unique hotel eatery serves a tempting sampling of Asian-influenced fare. Many of the artistically...

SOUTH KENSINGTON. This unique hotel eatery serves a tempting sampling of Asian-influenced fare. Many of the artistically planned dishes are also tinged with European culinary influences ­ a harmonious, if not scintillating, feat of East-meets-West. The interior matches the cuisine stride for stride, juxtaposing modern, Eastern-inspired artwork and decor with tables traditionally appointed with white linens, silver, and fresh-cut flowers. TUBE: South Kensington or Gloucester Road

Hours: Daily 7:30am-Midnight

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Other

KNIGHTSBRIDGE. Critics find no shortage of favorable adjectives when referring to this sexy Knightsbridge restaurant,...

KNIGHTSBRIDGE. Critics find no shortage of favorable adjectives when referring to this sexy Knightsbridge restaurant, where cutting-edge Pacific Rim fare is matched by an elegantly modern dining room. Indeed, local patrons often bring out-of-town guests, certain that the MU experience will be nothing short of fabulous. Terrific service and a creative wine list round out the unique experience. Three-course menu £24.50.

Hours: Mon-Fri Noon-11:30pm; Sat-Sun 6pm-10:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Other

BAYSWATER. A wide variety of Asian restaurants dot Queensway, but this one stands out for its sumptuous dim sum menu....

BAYSWATER. A wide variety of Asian restaurants dot Queensway, but this one stands out for its sumptuous dim sum menu. Flavorful dumplings ­ stuffed with everything from vegetables to minced shrimp, pork, or beef ­ are delicate and perfectly cooked. The rest of the dishes also impress, from fried seafood favorites to exotic steamed specialties. The vast, subterranean-feeling yet elegant dining room features shiny black and red dinner service with gold accents. TUBE: Queensway

Hours: Mon-Thu Noon-11pm; Fri-Sat Noon-11:30pm; Sun 11am-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card

CHELSEA. While other restaurants focus on milder styles of Chinese cooking, Hunan stands out by offering hot, spicy,...

CHELSEA. While other restaurants focus on milder styles of Chinese cooking, Hunan stands out by offering hot, spicy, authentic Western Chinese cuisine. If you can stand the heat, you'll be delighted by lettuce-wrapped chili chicken or stir-fried lamb with lotus root. Although they're hot, there's substance behind the spice, along with complex flavors. The menu is large, but the chef's special is always sublime, and you're guaranteed a unique dining experience. Plus, the maitre d' goes out of his way to secure your enjoyment. TUBE: Sloane Square

Hours: Mon-Sat 12:30pm-2pm, 6:30pm-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Other

BAYSWATER. This restaurant is known for its duck, which is light, flavorful, and not at all fatty. The most popular...

BAYSWATER. This restaurant is known for its duck, which is light, flavorful, and not at all fatty. The most popular method of presentation is barbecue, with its sensationally crispy skin. The set dinner allows folks to sample delicate spring rolls, sweet corn-and-crab soup, and sweet-and-sour pork. Filet of Dover sole with scrambled eggs is also delicious. TUBE: Bayswater or Queensway

Hours: Daily 11:30am-Late

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express

VICTORIA. Reasonably priced, comfortable, and quiet - these adjectives describe celebrity chef Ken Lo's restaurant. It...

VICTORIA. Reasonably priced, comfortable, and quiet - these adjectives describe celebrity chef Ken Lo's restaurant. It enjoys more than its share of loyalists, who come in every weekend to enjoy lobster feasts, dry-roasted lamb, and Peking duck. Efficient, friendly service and a wine list that spans the globe ensure that the restaurant leaves patrons with fond memories. Prices tend to be steep, but regulars affirm that the experience is well worth the price tag. Booking is advisable, especially on weekends. TUBE: Victoria

Hours: Mon-Sat Noon-2:30pm, 7pm-11pm; Sun Noon-2:30pm, 7pm-10:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express

BELGRAVIA. According to regulars, this terrific Thai eatery in Belgravia serves simply unforgettable fare, from...

BELGRAVIA. According to regulars, this terrific Thai eatery in Belgravia serves simply unforgettable fare, from deep-fried filet of whitefish with sweet and spicy sauce to fresh prawns steamed in tom yum sauce with chilli and garlic. The attractive dining room bears the influence of feng shui principles and Eastern minimalism, both of which impart a sleek, futuristic feel that seems to suit the place's fashion-conscious clientele. Reservations are a must. TUBE: Victoria

Hours: Mon-Wed Noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm; Thu-Fri Noon-3pm, 6pm-11:30pm; Sat Noon-11:30pm; Sun 12:30pm-10:30pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Other

MAYFAIR. This restaurant offers London's most extensive Japanese menu, although Latin and American influences are thrown...

MAYFAIR. This restaurant offers London's most extensive Japanese menu, although Latin and American influences are thrown in to create a truly original cuisine. Traditional favorites like sushi, sashimi and tempura are prepared with unique twists. Eel, for example, comes rolled in a pancake and served with lime, foie gras, and sweet potato noodles. Skewered tuna and tofu are topped with black bean sauce and "devil's tongue root paste." Robert De Niro is one of the owners, and you can expect something different in the cool, black, minimalist dining room. TUBE: Hyde Park Corner

Hours: Mon-Thu Noon-2:15pm, 6pm-10:15pm; Fri Noon-2:15pm, 6pm-11pm; Sat 12:30pm-2:30pm, 6pm-11pm; Sun 12:30pm-2:30pm, 6pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express

MAYFAIR. Kai is a top pick for first-class Chinese cuisine in an elegant environment. The Mayfair restaurant, with its...

MAYFAIR. Kai is a top pick for first-class Chinese cuisine in an elegant environment. The Mayfair restaurant, with its muted colors, offers a number of regional cuisines but specializes in Szechwan delicacies. The descriptive menu includes exotic dishes like black pepper ostrich and the popular "Parcels of Prosperity," flaky, deep-fried pastries filled with shrimp. The luxurious room features a giant fish tank, gilt-trimmed walls and thickly upholstered, gold-striped seating. TUBE: Bond Street or Marble Arch

Hours: Mon-Fri Noon-2pm, 6:30pm-10:30pm; Sat-Sun 12:30pm-2:30pm, 6:30pm-10pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Other

MAYFAIR. This highly regarded Japanese restaurant offers an authentic, upscale experience that diners won't soon forget....

MAYFAIR. This highly regarded Japanese restaurant offers an authentic, upscale experience that diners won't soon forget. The menu features a wide range of deliciously exotic fare to suit just about any palate, from grilled teriyaki to hand-rolled sushi. The setting in the esteemed, Georgian-style Millennium Mayfair is comfortable and unpretentious, if a bit subterranean. TUBE: Bond Street

Hours: Tue-Sun 6pm-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express , Other