Bardo St James London

Bardo St James sits at 4 Suffolk Place, a five-minute walk from Piccadilly Circus. The room runs smart, in keeping with the district.

While the area contains historic haunts that lean heavily on tradition, this kitchen focuses on Italian fusion. The result is a contemporary take on the neighbourhood’s usual fare. It avoids the tired formality found at nearby institutions, making it a better choice for those who want the polish of the area without the stiff register. The site is a ten-minute walk from both Trafalgar Square and the greenery of St. James’s Park, yet it feels removed from the heavy tourist footfall of those landmarks.