London Fulham Restaurant Guide

2024 Review: “The fish is consistently very good (whether battered, grilled or steamed)” at this “perennial favourite” chippy near Putney Bridge in Fulham, which offers “takeaway and a small dine-in area with a half-dozen tables”. “The chips are not bad and the price is reasonable”.

“Best Thai food in southwest London” – in a humble Fulham shopping parade, with a large, long-time following from across the SW postcodes. There’s a “polite waiting team” too – “it’s just a shame that you are so packed in”.

This “cute and small neighbourhood Italian” near Parsons Green – complete with tasteful neutral decor, proper tablecloths and large pepper grinders – continues to thrive on its “good-quality cooking and friendly service”.

This well-known Cantonese group retains a large fan-base praising “still among the best dim sum in London”, presented in “comfortable surroundings” by “amiable (if overselling) service” (although feedback on the evening offering suggests it’s a matter of “fine dining prices for indifferent food”). As damaging, though, are the company’s multiplying legal problems, with diners complaining of “no alcohol licence!” at the Baker Street branch, which was stripped of it in 2024 and fined £360,000 for employing illegal immigrants, and in March 2025 its Royal Gourmet division, which produces wontons, steamed buns and roasted duck at a facility in Park Royal, was fined a total of £113,000 by Uxbridge magistrates after pleading guilty to 11 serious failures in food and hygiene safety – including rodent droppings. Royal Gourmet also paid £332,000 in fines for breaches of the Water Industry Act back in 2019. As one reporter comments: “Oh dear, what went wrong over the last decade! A bit shambolic… , and the quality of food has definitely worsened” in recent times.

2024 Review: “Chicken with amazing sides” is the winning formula at Romain Bourrillon’s rotisserie chain, which imports its chooks from France. “Nice brunch”, too.

“Delicious ramen with rich home-made broth” draws a steady crowd to these “quick, casual” joints “with a fun classic rock soundtrack”; and whose “great noodles are very consistent across their branches” (there are now seven across the capital). Top Menu Tip – “bao bun specials are good too, and great value”.

“Love the ambience… no pressure to quit the table and nice to overlook the river” – such are the plus points of these flexible, comfortable and welcoming homes-from-home in the Home Counties and in London near Tower Bridge and in Putney. Celebration? Both locations also feature funky little Thames-side ‘igloos’ seating up to 8. Looking for great food too? Don’t bother! “Disappointment” is often registered regarding the salads, pizza and other very middle of the road fare – keep your celebrations as liquid as possible…

Promising a riverside dining experience with stunning views of the Thames, this mid-2025 newcomer (which opened after our annual diners’ poll had concluded) is situated in Fulham Football Club’s new Fulham Pier development and is overseen by chef Adam Byatt of Trinity fame in Clapham. It is a brasserie offering modern British seasonal dishes, including an à la carte menu and set lunch. The space features floor-to-ceiling windows and a terrace for al fresco dining.