At the luxurious Corinthia Hotel, The Northall oozes sophistication and warmth, inviting diners to enjoy sumptuous British cuisine in an opulent setting. The grand dining room features large windows and orange leather sofas, while mirror panels, pillars and chandeliers add a touch of class.

With a strong focus on sustainable and seasonal ingredients sourced from artisanal suppliers, The Northall menu offers a selection of starters, soups, salads in addition to fish and shellfish. The Northall grill includes exciting cuts of 28 day aged Cumbrian beef, while the Cumbrian beef burger is served with a choice of dry cured bacon, hen's egg or Mrs Kirkham's Lancashire cheese.

The Northall restaurant serves a special market menu for lunch and dinner, and light dishes like hand chopped steak tartare and deep-fried haddock in beer batter are highlights on the bar menu. Varied choices on the breakfast menu herald an exciting start to the day, so try the breakfast buffet, the continental cold buffet or the full English.

A stylish British restaurant, The Northall at Corinthia Hotel is close to the Trafalgar Square, Westminster and Covent Garden.

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It's strange that we have so few restaurants by the banks of the Thames in London, when almost every other major city that either has a major river running through it or a position by the sea capitalises on that, however, now the Hotel Rafayel in Battersea has opened its doors to guests and created its 'Banyan on the Thames' to make use of its fabulous situation with views up, down and across the water.

Almost every table benefits, as a result of the clever two level design, which is also modern but chic with the clever use of lighting panels that change colour and offering a menu that is aimed to appeal with its tempting fusion mix of Asian and Modern European dishes in a thoroughly modern fashion, like tilapia fishcakes with lemongrass chilli jam or Cromer crab, mango and king prawn with chilli, mango and lime dressing.

Even their version of fish and chips is rather unusual as it is made with pieces of haddock fried in lime and coriander tempura batter while baked nut-crusted cod fillet is served with lemon zest new potato gratin; the carnivores should be more than delighted with the chilli beef Banyan style or the rack of lamb with a pistachio crust, gratin potatoes and a red pepper coulis.

The desserts are not exactly run of the mill either with kheer brûlée, caramelised rice pudding served with toasted almond, or white chocolate and baileys mousse served in a brandy snap scroll with mint crème anglaise. The wine list is short but sensibly compiled providing a decent choice at reasonable prices.

Located in the heart of the Granite City's West End, Cinnamon specialises in rich, nouvelle Indian cuisine. The contemporary dining room is a great place to unwind and the exclusive bar area serves an excellent range of refreshing aperitifs, handpicked wines, beer and whisky.

Cinnamon's menu blends in the best of Bangladeshi and regional India cuisine with a Scottish touch. The kitchen team use fresh and flavoursome ingredients and spices that lend a distinct flavour to dishes such as the king prawn trilogy, rogan josh pot roast poussin and Gressingham duck breast simmered in an orange gravy.

Popular dishes include Cinnamon's fillet of sea bass rubbed with chef's spices and the fiery lamb tak tak bhuna. The concise wine list includes bins from around the world and complements the spicy flavours of Indian cuisine on offer.

Close to the Aberdeen Rail Station, Cinnamon restaurant enjoys a glowing reputation among locals and tourists in the area. The Trinity Shopping Centre is an 8-minute walk away.

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The Malmaison group of hotels has established throughout Britain a collection of centres of excellence where nothing but the best will do. As a concept alone this is exciting, but the reality is brilliant, so that at last there is a hotel group where uniformity of standards is of the same high calibre.

Malmaison Birmingham follows the well-established Malmaison trend in establishing their hotels in buildings of interesting styles and location, and is located in The Mail Box, once a Royal Mail sorting office, that has been transformed into a heaven on earth for big style retail therapists, nightlife hedonists and exhibitionists in a class of their own.

The bedrooms are all that one would expect from a hotel that has genuine regard for its guests and is concerned with every aspect of their wellbeing. Decorated in chocolate, ecru and cream colours, the rooms are large, calm and airy exuding a real sense of style.

Amidst elegant surroundings, with spotless gleaming glassware and shining cutlery, an essentially brasserie menu is offered, where lovers of seafood will be delighted to note at once that their particular needs are well heeded, starting with a delightful smoked ham hock, potato and shallot salad.

Head chef Brian Neath and his team offers excellent brasserie dishes, such as warm open faced Italian plum, tomato and anchovy tart and grilled swordfish that are a few popular choices. Other starters include Maldon hot smoked salmon with toasted sourdough and salad of goats' cheese with slow roasted golden beetroot and pickled walnut.

From the 'field to plate in no time flat' philosophy of the organic farmers of Hopwood, to the succulent pheasant and partridge of Willogame on the Welsh border, they have them all and more on their home-grown and local menu. Inspired choices that include beef cheeks bourguignon and pork chops are perfect for those seeking by this time a slightly more carnivorous approach. Which leads us neatly to the, wait for it, Mal burger, a 250 gram burger made from ground beef tucked into a floured bap to join bacon and gruyere, served with homemade relish and some fries.

Over the years the number of outriders surrounding a good honest steak on the plate has grown to unacceptable dimensions. At Malmaison the thought and care is centred on the 35 day aged rump steak frites and that's it - except for the chips. If you want all the rest go for the side dishes, but steak and chips on its own takes some beating. Vegetarians are well looked after - the pumpkin and gorgonzola filled gnocchi sounded appealing.

Heading the puddings is the sticky toffee pudding with butterscotch sauce, a triumph of timing and co-ordination, supported by other choices amongst which expect to find the baked Bramley apple with caramel sauce and a chocolate orange fondant. Their renowned cheese trolley has a selection of British and French farmhouse cheeses served with biscuits.

Their wine list is a symphony of its kind, clearly compiled by an enthusiast who knows his wines well enough not to disappear into a world of hyperbole when describing them.

Their Website is a wealth of information that will, I predict, only serve to increase your resolve to make Malmaison your next stop in Birmingham. It is worth noting that you can also make reservations Online on their Website.

The Bingham restaurant in Richmond, overlooking the River Thames, is one of West London's best places to dine. As well as indulging in critically acclaimed food, guests will be treated to the visual delights of the elegant dining room and beautiful gardens that roll down to the riverbank. There is also a stunning heated outside terrace for al fresco dining. Operated by Head Chef Shay Cooper, the restaurant boasts 3AA rosettes, 7 out of 10 in the Good Food Guide, and a place in The Sunday Times Restaurant Awards Top 100 Restaurants. Shay Cooper and his team are renowned for their exciting approach to modern British cuisine and the use of local, seasonal ingredients.

Ideal for easy access to some of London's most visited attractions, and Kew Gardens, Hampton Court Palace and Twickenham Rugby come immediately to mind, this boutique restaurant and hotel really does have it all.

The Bingham's highly acclaimed executive chef, Shay Cooper, is the man who sees to it that these expectations are amply met, starting with an à la carte that explores the very best in British and regional dishes. Watercress risotto or summer vegetable salad pave the way for saddle of venison or lemon sole served with samphire, chickpea gnocchi, red pepper and shrimp ceviche. A tiramisu dessert lives well up to its promise. A tasting menu of six courses weaves deftly through the various à la carte options to give a meal of infinite skill and pleasure respectively.

A price fixe luncheon shows The Bingham is capable of combining value with quality, and on Sundays both menu and price make this a serious venue for family parties and leisurely Sabbath breakaways, possibly followed by their Afternoon Tea for the mega indulgent, a luxurious event that manages to escape the excesses of London prices whilst more than equalling the variety and sheer fun of this old English custom.

Visiting Twickers for the rugby? What better way to start than with a hearty lunch at The Bingham, well suited to supporters of both gender and concluding with a pre-match livener.

In keeping with its philosophy the wine list's light shines strongly on the 'boutique' winemakers and fine champagnes, and an inviting selection of wines are available by the glass and carafe. Wine Courses handled by that feisty and dynamic expert in such matters, Angela Reddin, are not unknown at The Bingham.

Fifteen bedrooms embody tranquillity and sensuous style, with bespoke art deco inspired furniture, sumptuous furnishings and state of the art comforts. The number of rooms ensures that the personal touch is retained and guests are known by name rather than room numbers.

As far as room facilities are concerned all the facilities that you would associate with a top quality hotel are there. The River and Superior River Design Rooms enjoy restful river views, with Whirlpool baths and two rooms have antique four-poster beds. In-room beauty treatments, same-day laundry, room service and complimentary newspapers assist in encouraging thoughts to turn with enthusiasm towards a lifestyle of convenience and freedom from everyday worries.

To ensure that these luxuries are enjoyed to the full, the Bingham offers a range of experiences such as The Bingham Lazy Sunday, the Bingham Theatre Experience, Sunday at the Polo or the Wimbledon Experience. Such activities generally require involvement on the part of a restaurant of impeccable charm and performance somewhere along the line.

In an attempt to do the decent thing and give the whole balanced picture, one seeks for some area of perhaps slightly less than excellence at The Bingham. Don't waste your time, or if you do notify this correspondent and I will prepare my hat for eating, though it may be a chocolate one.

Their polished Website tells you lots, lots more, as well as keeping you up to date with this sophisticated but homely hideaway by the river in Richmond.

Housed within the Mandeville Hotel, the design concept for Reform Social and Grill draws inspiration from the classic British gentleman's club. An informal yet stylish setting invites diners to enjoy a special celebratory dinner, quick lunch or a hearty breakfast to kick-start your day.

Using fresh ingredients sourced from around the British Isles, the Reform menu features Cornish mackerel, duck Scotch egg and whole roast Cornish red chicken for two. Catch of the day includes a traditional fisherman's pie and shellfish stew, or enjoy dishes from the charcoal grill such as Reform cheese burger or rib-eye, sirloin and hanger steaks.

Served until 5pm, the popular Sunday brunch menu at Reform Grill includes a full English breakfast, Sunday roast, British artisanal cheeses and a selection of cocktails. The private dining is a wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion with family or friends.

Close to Bond Street and Marylebone, Reform is an exciting dining destination combining a classic grill menu with an elegant interior.

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The stylish new 2 AA Rosette Caprice Restaurant & Terrace is the epitome of fine dining; offering some of the finest freshly prepared modern British cuisine in the Reading area. Located in the exceptional new AA Merit 4 Star Holiday Inn Reading M4 Jct 10, the Caprice is well placed for easy access to nearby Reading, Wokingham and Bracknell. The hotel is also conveniently located next to Winnersh Triangle train station on the Reading to Waterloo service and 20 minutes to London Paddington.

Striking colours and refreshing interior design greet you on arrival, and talented Head Chef Graham Weston will surprise you with his delightful creations. Guests are spoilt for choice, with a seasonal A la Carte Menu, featuring the finest local ingredients and a Set Menu for £18.95 to choose from. Most importantly you must leave space for the exceptional desserts - there is even a patissier who prepares an array of tempting treats, well worth the extra calories. The Caprice Terrace provides the ideal opportunity for al fresco dining in tranquil surroundings.

If you prefer something a bit more informal, try the stunning Monty's Lounge Bar. You can choose from a selection of light bites or a wide range of quality bar meals, including popular authentic Indian and Thai specialties. If you are after a quick, value for money breakfast or lunch, try Monty's daily specials or the express lunch menu. The Afternoon High Teas are also highly recommended. The hotel is transformed at night with music from the talented resident Pianist. There is complimentary secure parking and non-residents are always welcome.

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Located in Portland Place with commanding views across the surrounding area Roux at The Landau offers a classically constructed French cuisine with British assistance that follows contemporary inclinations for lighter dishes whilst making no sacrifices to flavour and certainly not to quality.

For the first time in 18 years Albert and Michel Roux, those Michelin-starred and celebrated chefs, are working together in order to bring the legendary Roux gastronomic experience to a second West End address. In the magnificent dining room designed by David Collins, and part of the award-winning luxury Langham Hotel, Roux at The Landau has firmly set its cap at achieving a top placing in London's highly competitive restaurant scene, where dining will acquire that special quality which has already been firmly established at Le Gavroche.

The à la carte draws upon a choice of nine courses with which to set the scene, starting with a lightly creamed white bean velouté with aged Manchego croquettes, celery and pimenton de la vera. A Parker House lobster roll arrives with pickled vegetables and baby gem salad. But for sheer perfection in the seafood scale the seared Orkney scallops with Jerusalem artichoke and truffle are in a class of their own. Belle Isle oysters are on call when the time is right.

There has never been any doubt about the quality of Castle of Mey beef and a grilled rib eye steak from that quarter with pommes Sarladaise and truffle hollandaise underlines the integrity of this finely factored product from one of the best producing locations in Britain.

Seven or so choices of dessert list amongst them a crème brûlée amandine, homemade ice creams and sorbets or a caramelised apple millefeuille with aged Calvados bavarois.

Roux at The Landau is near enough to the theatre scene to provide a just the right sort of setting for some pre-theatre sustenance, where a typical supper might consist of ham hock and foie gras terrine and fresh piccalilli salad provides an alternative to seared cod cheeks with soy glazed eryngli mushrooms and purple broccoli. The classic hare 'Royale' with fresh tagliatelle and cèpe mushrooms run with roast fillet of sea bass with braised leeks and saffron ratte potatoes are succeeded by spiced pumpkin tart with chestnut and rum ice cream.

A tasting menu romps through seven courses and reverting to the other end of the day a breakfast menu fit for a king can be taken via a superb English traditional version, or Chinese, Japanese and Lebanese versions to ring the changes.

Special offers are no stranger to this scene, and these straddle the lunch, dinner and breakfast menus, the latter with a 20% reduction of the food bill.

Brought together with a fine wine list and immaculate service it would seem that nothning can stop Roux at The Landau from achieving its objective of becoming a force with which to be reckoned in West London.

Their Website will keep you right up to date on matters of menu and offers.

Housed within the iconic Blakes Hotel on Roland Gardens, Blakes Restaurant expertly combines the best of Eastern and Western cuisineenhanced by elegant service in splendid surroundings. Located in the well-heeled South Kensington area of London, it's close to well-known attractions such as Hyde Park, the Victoria and Albert Museum and Royal Albert Hall while the shops and boutiques on Brompton Road are just a short drive away.

The work of the reputed designer and London socialite Anouska Hempel, the restaurant's atmospheric setting combines classic design with luxurious furnishings and exotic artefacts to create a unique ambience in which guests cannot but relax and unwind at leisure.

Dinner could begin with starters of miso soup with silken tofu, carpaccio of beef with parmesan, tortellini of foie gras des landes or salt and peppered soft shell crabs. Add a luxurious touch to your meal with Oscietra or Royal Beluga caviar served with Balkes blini or warm potato soufflé and vanilla ice cream.

Follow with delicious mains of angel hair pasta with black truffle, black cod with miso and ginger sauce; beef fillet teriyaki with hot sake or rack of English lamb and rosemary with mint cous cous. Diners looking for a lighter bite could enjoy refreshing salad of buffalo Burrata mozzarella with tomatoes or warm chicken salad with avocado, pomelo, cashews and nam jim sauce. The lunch menu offers ginko nut curry with lime risottini, baby chicken with thyme and lemon or peppercorn fillet of beef. While the bento box selection includes miso soup with silken tofu, beef teriyaki, lobster toast and ginger rice.

The desserts menu at Blakes is a joy in itself and includes tempting gems such as the light and refreshing dessert of coconut ice cream with lime and palm sugar, a simpler tropical fruit salad or a richer dark chocolate fondant with vanilla and pistachio ice cream and finally, if you wish, coffee with cardamom or ginger tea.

The restaurant's all-day menu serves a selection of dim sums; fried prawn and yuzu sauce, soups, sandwiches and hot food; toasted poilâne sourdough chicken sandwich with avocado and ginger and Blakes burger and French fries and salads; oak smoked scotch salmon.

Breakfast is also served at Blakes with choice of a full English, continental breakfast or more exotic fare such as Changa Turkish eggs, two poached eggs served with leaf spinach, chilli oil and yoghurt; classic Scottish smoked salmon with scrambled eggs spicy Parsee eggs a dish of scrambled eggs with fresh green chilli and coriander. For a healthy alternative try Bircher muesli with Greek yoghurt and fresh berries or compôte of fruit with cornflakes and prunes.

For a delightful break during the day the afternoon tea menu at the adjoining Chinese Room or Courtyard offers finger sandwiches with fillings of beef and chilli horseradish, smoked salmon and egg and cress; fresh scones with fresh strawberries and cream; a selection of tea cakes and choice of tea from Earl Grey, Lapsang Souching and Darjeeling.

An extensive wine list with a range of whites and reds from Italy, France, Germany, Australia and South Africa complements the food perfectly.

To gain further information, just visit their extremely comprehensive Website.

The brainchild of Alan Yau, the man behind critically-acclaimed Hakkasan and Wagamama, Sake No Hana was established in 2007. Housed within a Grade II-listed building, the dramatic entrance features striking black high gloss, and the interior is awash with earthy bamboo and futuristic lighting.

The Sake No Hana menu is divided by cooking method rather than course. Simple and approachable, it lends itself perfectly for a business lunch, dinner or special occasions, with dishes like grilled black cod with spring onion and mandarin sauce, and sumiyaki sirloin.

Choose from a range of hot or cold small bites, like bavette tataki and fried chicken leg with sansho miso. Sake No Hana Mayfair also serves a refreshing selection of wines, spirits, liqueurs, sakes and Japanese whiskies.

Offering a contemporary touch to traditional Japanese dishes, Sake No Hana London is a short walk from Burlington Arcade and Piccadilly Circus.

To gain further information, just visit their extremely comprehensive Website.