New Restaurant Openings in London

New self-service Lebanese diner now open near Aldgate.

The newest addition to the Grand Union family is now open in Wandsworth. Expect beer, burgers and good times.

A new Vietnamese cafe has opened near Bank, serving traditional bun noodle dishes, salads, pho, banh mi (filled baguettes) and Vietnamese coffee.

Following the success of his Westbridge and Northcote locations, Charlie McVeigh (owner of Le Cafe Anglais) has opened The Draft House Tower Bridge. Alongside an extraordinary beer list, the venue will serve British classics like steaks, burgers, belly pork and some interesting fish and veggie options.

Husband and wife team Stephen and Juliette Wall have opened their fifth Vietnamese street food restaurant Pho in Soho. Pho serves lunch and dinner seven days a week. The menu includes traditional pho noodle soups and other authentically prepared Vietnamese foods including goi (salads), bun vermicelli noodles and side dishes such as goi cuon and cha gio (summer and spring rolls).

New to Hampstead High Street, the fro-yo at this cute cafe is a guilt-free treat at less than 1% fat. Familiar flavours like chocolate, peanut butter and vanilla can be personalised with over 30 toppings including fresh fruit, organic honey and mini Oreo cookies.

The Durius Cafe chain has opened its first branch opposite the Tate Modern in London, following the launch of four in Spain. Overseen by El Bulli trained chef, Sergi Arola, the cafe will serve a new-wave Spanish menu matched to selected wines from the Marques de la Concordia portfolio.

Following the success of Indian Zing and Indian Zest, Chef Manoj Vasaikar has opened a third restaurant - Indian Zilla - in Barnes. The dining room, which seats 40, is a relaxed space dominated by a large skylight and decorated with colourful Indian fabrics. The menu includes his signature vegetable bhanavla (a modern take on the onion bhaji), mussel rasam, and Khyber Pass raan (braised shank of lamb in a strongly spiced gravy).

New Mexican restaurant near Charing Cross, recently opened by the team behind the popular El Farolito taqueria in Mexico. There's a good range of tequila and reasonably priced tacos, quesadillas, tortas and burritos.

Russell Norman's first Polpo offshoot has opened above The French House in Soho. Polpetto has just 28 seats and the bijou dining room features handmade zinc tables and reclaimed mirrors and light fittings. The menu of Venetian small plates includes Polpo classics as well as new dishes like soft shell crab in Parmesan batter, osso bucco and pigeon saltimbocca.

Eco-friendly vegetarian chain, Otarian, has opened its first London branch on Wardour Street. The menu is a mix of soups, salads, wraps, meat-free burgers and 'hearties' like lasagne, tacos and curries. Regular diners can earn Carbon Karma reward points and the menu even tells you how much CO2 you've saved by eating their sustainable veggie options.

The Thai chain founded by Alan Yau has launched its fifth site on Old Street. The menu will include familiar favourites as well as new dishes like grilled chicken with Isarn-style chilli sauce and stir-fried ostrich with pickled garlic.

New Kilburn burger house recently opened by a Hawksmoor employee. The name comes from the abbreviation of cheeseburger in Brazil, where 'x' (xis) sounds the same as the way some Brazilians mispronounce 'cheese'. It is currently open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:30am - 11:00pm for eat-in and take-out. They also deliver between 6pm and 10.30pm.

Situated beneath a quirky bookshop opposite the British Museum, this cosy tea room is a welcome retreat for Bloomsbury locals. Decorated with tea and coffee memorabilia and Chinese art, it specialises in traditional afternoon tea and serves homemade cakes, sandwiches, scones, jams, smoothies and more.

The team from the ever-popular Cafe Japan have opened a new ultra-healthy sushi cafe in Golders Green. Alongside the classics, there are unusual sushi cakes and temari (sushi balls) to eat in or take-away. Soy sauce is banned (too much salt) so try the teriyaki, basil or spicy sesame alternatives.

Following the success of the Maddox Street original (which continues to serve some seriously impressive steaks), Goodman have now opened a City branch near Bank.

Now open under new management, Covent Garden's Kyashii features a sushi bar, four unique dining areas and a Champagne lounge.

Backed by Giorgio Locatelli, brothers Max and Federico Sali have opened their first restaurant, Tinello, in Pimlico. Set over two floors, the venue featured exposed brickwork, rustic oak flooring and floor-to-ceiling wine racks at street level. The Tuscan-inspired menu includes dishes like spinach and ricotto gnocchi; pork salami with shallots; and pickled octopus.

A new multi-level South African themed restaurant, lounge and night spot in Camden's Stables Market. Located beneath Gilgamesh, the interior will feature £2m-worth of murals and carved wooden panels, a 45ft bronze statue and a seafood bar.

The Admiralty Restaurant at Somerset House has been transformed into a second branch of Tom's Kitchen - a sister to Tom Aikens' Chelsea original. The menu will celebrate British produce in traditional dishes like fish pie, confit lamb and slow roast pork belly.

New Corsican pizza parlour now open near Marble Arch.

With it's monochrome tiling and Ikea-style wooden floors and furniture, this Austrian bistro is a handsome addition to Northcote Road. Pop in at lunch for tartines, soups and salads, or linger over heartier options like sausage with sauerkraut, pan-fried bream and Wiener Schnitzel. There are kid-friendly dishes, a concise wine list and some excellent Austrian puds too.

New pizza bar near Oxford Circus serving pasta, salads, puddings, pastries and pizzas by the slice - eat-in or takeaway.

A new haven for West End shoppers has opened on the second floor of Fenwick, New Bond Street. Chef Daniel Taylor (ex-Le Cafe Anglais) will be serving an eclectic mix of dishes like saltimbocca, pad Thai and steak frites.

Replacing Okawari on Lisle Street, Sushi Ga Ga is a smart addition to Chinatown, complete with a sleek sushi bar and traditional tatami seating. There are familiar favourites like spicy tuna hand rolls on the menu, as well as Ga Ga specials like pan-fried sea bream with miso and scallop tempura with wasabi dressing.

New takeaway dim sum concept from Ping Pong, serving steamed buns, dumplings, noodles, soups and bubble tea.

Legendary French chef Pierre Koffmann has opened a new restaurant on the site previously occupied by Ramsay's Boxwood Cafe. This new venture is a move away from his much applauded haute cuisine menu, and into a more relaxed style, with a menu offering hearty, seasonal French dishes.

The new Covent Garden branch of burrito bar, Benito's Hat, is now open.

Now open on Portobello Road, Dri Dri specialises in homemade gelato and sorbet made from fresh, all-natural ingredients. Flavours include pink grapefruit, Sicilian pistachio, custard cream and stracciatella with dark choc chips. Specialties like affogato, frappes and brioche with gelato are served at the coffee bar.

Inspired by India's bustling 'Bombay cafes', Dishoom has brought the best of the East to the West End. Pop in at breakfast for a bacon naan or swing by later for the 'ruby' of the day, smoky grills, small plates and chai-spiced Mojitos.

Now open in Camden: London's first nitro ice-cream parlour. Inspired by chefs like Ferran Adria and Heston Blumenthal, this quirky addition to NW1 offers ice-cream made in seconds using a 180-litre tank of nitrogen. The instant freezing creates a smoother, denser texture and toppings include peanut brittle, meringue and violet marshmallows.

Frank's pop-up cafe and campari bar has reopened on the roof of Peckham's multi-storey car park. It might not be the most glamorous of settings but it was a huge hit with local art students and South London foodies last year. Pop in to sample the menu and check out the view, but be quick as it closes on 30th September.

The latest branch of cheap-and-cheerful bar chain, Revolution, has taken over the old Slug & Lettuce site near Tower Hill. Expect lunch-friendly burgers, pizza, sandwiches and salads, washed down with beer, cocktails and plenty of vodka.

The tenth branch of the Byron burger chain is now open in South Kensington.

Taking over the former St Germain site in Farringdon, RedHook is a New York style steak and seafood joint from the team behind the Giant Robot serving oysters, lobster and Wagyu.

A welcome addition to an unloved corner of Islington; Trullo is a buzzing neighbourhood trattoria with a simple, seasonal Italian menu. It's run by Jordan Frieda (ex-River Cafe) and the chef is Tim Siadatan, one of the original trainees at Jamie Oliver's Fifteen.

This all-day waffle bar uses a Belgian family recipe to create fresh plain and chocolate dipped waffles topped with all-natural gelato, frozen yoghurt, fruit and sprinkles. Try the Go Banana special with bananas, nuts and hot fudge sauce, or keep it traditional with whipped cream and black cherry jam. It's open until midnight on the weekends - perfect for a post-pub sugar rush.

Chelsea gastro pub, The Phene, has reopened under the direction of London-based fashion designer Lily Bourne. Tucked away on a quiet street just off the King's Road, it promises to be a 'perfect sanctuary in which to relax and eat good food'.

Cantina Laredo has opened its first UK branch in St Martin's Courtyard, Covent Garden. Diners can expect authentic Mexican dishes like enchiladas, fajitas, fresh fish and carne asada. The bar serves signature Margaritas, tequila tasting flights and Mexican beers.

The Canary Wharf branch of the ever-popular Bryon hamburger chain is now open.