Buddha-Bar

London's Buddha Bar, on Victoria Embankment is not a mere restaurant; it is a flamboyant expression of thought, where opulence and chic come together to create a tasteful and modern space, leading to a culinary experience par excellence. The ambience is intimate and exclusive with oriental touches that add serenity and restfulness, making it the perfect place for a quiet but interesting meal with someone special. The pan Asian cuisine focuses on Japan, China and Thailand and the à la carte menu brings a number of delicious and exotic delicacies from these countries.

Appetisers could be cold or hot, a chestnut and shrimp spring roll with chilli jam standing out among the former and the seared scallops and shitake mushrooms with coconut satay holding sway in the latter. For the main course, options could include roasted black cod with yuzu miso sauce or maybe spicy lamb racks with fennel coleslaw. End with a warm chocolate cake with hazelnut cream and choose something from the extensive international wine list to complement your meal at this rather special pan-Asian restaurant.