The Lanesborough Grill London

The Lanesborough Grill sits at Hyde Park Corner. It is a five-minute walk from the greenery of Hyde Park. The room runs smart, with high ceilings that keep the attention on the table. It holds three AA Rosettes, a recognition of the consistency in its contemporary take on traditional cooking.

Most hotel restaurants in this part of London lean toward the staid, relying on their history. The Grill ignores this default, favoring an active style of service that feels less like a quiet preserve and more like a modern dining room. You come here because it manages to modernize a classic template without losing the formality the room demands.