Bayswater & Maida Vale Restaurants

ASK - West London, Kendal Street

For some time I made the mistake of thinking that no group of restaurants in the region of 200 locations could hope to maintain the quality for which I was looking. Then one day I decided to put my prejudices to the test, walked into Oxford Ask! and discovered that I could not have been more mistaken.

• Address: 17-20 Kendal Street, London, W2 2AE (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Italian, Pizza & Pasta
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £22.00

ASK - West London, Queensway

For some time I made the mistake of thinking that no group of restaurants in the region of 200 locations could hope to maintain the quality for which I was looking. Then one day I decided to put my prejudices to the test, walked into Oxford Ask! and discovered that I could not have been more mistaken.

• Address: Whiteleys Shopping Centre, 151 Queensway, London, W2 4SB (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Pizza & Pasta
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £22.00

Assaggi

You would have to book well in advance to get into this popular Italian above the Chepstow pub in Bayswater as there are only ten tables; it has the dubious honour of being one of Michael Winner's favourite haunts.

• Address: First Floor, 39 Chepstow Place, Notting Hill, London, W2 4TS (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Italian
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £59.00

Assaha Village

Straight from the Lebanese alleys, Assaha Village is a unique and rustic restaurant that could also be doubled as a cultural centre or a small museum. Its arched passages, coarse stone walls hung with artwork and traditional weaponry, sunken lights and bucolic woodwork together make it an out of the ordinary place to dine at.

• Address: 29-31 Craven Road, London, W2 3BX (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Lebanese
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £30.00, Dinner: £30.00

Baker & Spice - Clifton

Even since they opened their first café over 10 years ago, Baker and Spice has evolved into a place to meet friends, relax and savour their delicious cakes and pastries. With three outlets in Chelsea, Belgravia and Maida Vale, the setting is eclectically elegant but they all share a common desire to consistently serve good food and you can count on the quality of their expertly baked croissants.

• Address: 20 Clifton Road, Maida Vale, London, W9 1SU (Map)
• Cuisine(s): European, Mediterranean, Pastries
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £36.00

Beirut Express - Edgware Road

A sort of Arabian fast food restaurant. There is a large range of kebabs which prove particularly tasty, especially after a few pints! The opening times are worth remembering.

• Address: 112-114 Edgware Road, London, W2 2DZ (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Lebanese
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £35.00

Beity

Located on Queensway in one London's most cosmopolitan areas, Beity is an all day restaurant that comes through as a warm and friendly place drawing crowds into its contemporary styled interior. The menu makes an interesting read and starters like warak inab, vine leaves stuffed with rice, parsley and tomato, and grilled aubergine with sesame sauce and lemon juice add to that appeal.

• Address: 92 Queensway, London, W2 3RR (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Lebanese
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £19.00, Dinner: £27.00

Bel Canto

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The concept of opera dinners, already made famous by Bel Canto in Paris, has taken root at London and has already created a flutter by attracting regular clientele as well as drawing those looking for a unique experience.

• Address: Corus Hotel Hyde Park, 1 Lancaster Gate, London, W2 3LG (Map)
• Cuisine(s): French
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £35.00

Bistro Daniel

Cosy, charming little bistro serving excellent Provencal cooking, which is more than complimented by the extensive wine list. As this vibrant little cellar is owned by the Daniel Gobet who runs the rather more exclusive (and award winning) Amandier upstairs, you can be assured of first class cooking.

• Address: 26 Sussex Place, London, W2 2TH (Map)
• Cuisine(s): French
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £12.00, Dinner: £25.00

Bizzarro

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• Address: 18-22 Craven Road, Paddington, London, W2 3PX (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Italian
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £27.00