Rachel & Sam

Saturday, October 7, 2023 • London, UK

Rachel & Sam

Saturday, October 7, 2023 • London, UK

Our Favorite Restaurants

The Ivy - Soho - where we had our first date!


The Delaunay - great for any meal (or just a martini), and in the perfect location for pre/post-theater!


Chiltern Firehouse - the best oysters in town, and you must order the Iberico Pork or a Pizza!


Cecconi's - locations at The Ned and Mayfair with amazing Italian food


The Wigmore - Rachel's favorite pub!


Sophie's Steakhouse - We both agree this is the best burger in the city.


Mezcalitos - Rachel's favorite Mexican food in London


Dean Street Townhouse - great for brunch/lunch (don't have to be a Soho House member to book)


Cafe Murano - amazing pasta in St. James, and the location makes it great for going before or after martinis at Duke's too


The George - a new, upscale pub that opened below Rachel's first flat.


Gymkhana - the Terry's favourite Indian food, but beware of the spicy prawns as they have a kick!


Polpo - traditional Venetian food in Soho


Firebird - amazing food & a must try, rustic restaurant


Lore of the Land - Guy Ritchie’s pub with excellent food


Brigadiers - casual Indian food with billiards and a great bar


Pizza Pilgrims - the Terry's favorite pizza


J. Sheekey - great Dover sole and oysters. Book in advance!


JW Steakhouse at Grosvenor House - must tries include the smoked Old Fashioned and world famous JW Cheesecake!

Our Favorite Martinis & Nights Out

Dukes Hotel Bar - the world's best martinis, and the birth place of Bond. Walk ins only, so get there early.


The Connaught Bar - #1 on the World's Top 500 Bars list, and a fantastic place to celeb spot over a martini


Maison Assouline - A classic cocktail bar hidden in the luxury book store.


Archer Street - our favorite nights out & the best live singers!


Bar Swift (Soho) - book a table in the basement (or walk-in) for the best whiskey and cocktails (also #18 on the World's Top 500 Bars list)


Crazy Coqs at Brasserie Zedel - an intimate cabaret venue with nightly acts and live music


Rooftop at Trafalgar St. James Hotel - great city views night or day!


Gordon's Wine Bar - the oldest wine bar in London, established in 1890. Enjoy a bottle of wine with a cheese board


Experimental Cocktail Club - a speakeasy type of bar, hidden behind a non-assuming door in China Town


Nightjar - Carnaby or Old Street

Things to do & see

National Portrait Gallery


Tower of London


British Museum - Discover two million years of human history and culture by visiting the British Museum. No tickets needed!


Jack the Ripper Walking Tour at Spitalfields Market


Borough Market - go for a walk, grab some food & end with drinks at The Anchor pub along the river!


Afternoon Tea at Brown's Hotel - no trip to the UK is complete without afternoon tea, so enjoy the afternoon at one of the nicest spots in the city


London Open Top Bus Tour


Hampton Court Palace - beautiful Henry VIII tudor palace about 40 minutes outside London via the train! (Rachel's tip: book the day you arrive to help get through jetlag with walking around the palace! Don't forget to stop for a pint at a local pub before heading back)


Self-guided walking tour of Hampstead - make sure to stop at the crepe stand and book a roast at The Hollybush!