Radisson Blu Edwardian Heathrow Hotel

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

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

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

HAMPSTEAD. One of the neighborhood's most popular international restaurants, this family-friendly place has been serving...

HAMPSTEAD. One of the neighborhood's most popular international restaurants, this family-friendly place has been serving classic Chinese, Singaporean and Malaysian dishes since the mid-'80s. Contemporary Asian decor fits the diverse crowd well, and the menu beckons with dishes like lamb in Peking sauce, Thai green curry with baby aubergines and lemon grass, and wasabi prawns with cucumber strips. If it's nice out, consider dining at a sidewalk table. Set dinner menu £40.

Hours: Mon-Thu Noon-3pm, 6pm-11pm; Fri-Sat Noon-3pm, 6pm-11:30pm; Sun Noon-5pm, 6pm-11pm

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

MARYLEBONE. It's best to have a working knowledge of Japanese food if you want to make the most of your visit to this...

MARYLEBONE. It's best to have a working knowledge of Japanese food if you want to make the most of your visit to this starkly decorated newcomer to the scene: there are no pre-ordained meals, and you simply mix and match your own from individually-priced constituents. The other notable feature here is the unfailing pleasantness of the staff, who will help you mix a palette to please your palate.

Hours: Mon-Fri Noon-2:30pm, 6pm-11pm; Sat 6pm-11pm

Payment Methods: Visa , Master Card , American Express

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

GOLDERS GREEN. This restaurant serves some of London's best sushi. So, while fabric-draped ceilings and comfortable...

GOLDERS GREEN. This restaurant serves some of London's best sushi. So, while fabric-draped ceilings and comfortable surroundings are pleasant, they take a backseat to the authentic, innovative menu. Dishes include sushi, deep-fried scorpion fish, and shrimp tempura. In addition, the set dinner menu offers terrific sampling at great prices. You'll get several starters, a broad assortment of sushi, and your choice of main dish, not to mention an elaborate ice cream-based dessert. TUBE: Golders Green

Hours: Tue-Fri Noon-2:30pm, 6pm-10pm; Sat Noon-2:30pm, 6pm-10:30pm; Sun Noon-2:30pm, 6pm-9:30pm

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

BATTERSEA. Hidden away in a quiet neighborhood west of Battersea Park, this restaurant seems to reach far beyond the...

BATTERSEA. Hidden away in a quiet neighborhood west of Battersea Park, this restaurant seems to reach far beyond the southern banks of the Thames, thanks to impeccable Pacific Rim cuisine and contemporary decor. Featured entrees include steamed crab and ginger black shao mai with tom yum sauce, springbok steak with roast borrotane onion and bacon mash, and steamed tiger prawns with aubergine curry in banana leaf. A handful of vegetarian options is available as well. RAIL: Clapham Junction

Hours: Mon-Sat 6pm-10:30pm

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

HAMPSTEAD. This Hampstead restaurant boasts a telltale green facade and serves a tasty array of Japanese fare, from...

HAMPSTEAD. This Hampstead restaurant boasts a telltale green facade and serves a tasty array of Japanese fare, from hand-rolled sushi and eel (the latter fried, of course) to chicken yakitori and shrimp tempura. Each dish is prepared to-order, using only the freshest ingredients, and intimate wooden tables and subtle decor give Jin Kichi an authentic feel. TUBE: Hampstead

Hours: Tue-Sat 12:30pm-2pm, 6pm-10:45pm; Sun 12:30pm-2pm, 6pm-10pm

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