With such fierce competition and a market that expects perfection, only the best restaurants survive the London food scene. And only the best of the best prosper. Check out these super trendy new joints that Londoners have fallen head-over-heels for.

Enjoy Authentic Algarvian Cuisine At Casa Do Frango

Spanish food at Casa do Frango
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Gone are the days when the only food available in London was fish and chips. Today, the English capital is a melting pot of cultures and offers an infinite selection of international cuisines. One of the trendiest new restaurants operating in London this year is Casa do Frango, serving up divine Portuguese dishes. The signature dish at Casa do Frango is Piri-Piri chicken, a Portuguese classic. The restaurant was founded by Jake and Marco after the pair spent many summers at the latter’s home in the Algarve, the southernmost region in Portugal. Cada do Frango celebrates Algarvian cooking techniques and flavors, offering a range of authentic dishes for lunch and dinner. Following the success of the first Casa do Frango restaurant, located near London Bridge, the pair opened a second location in Shoreditch at the end of 2019. The new restaurant features an elegant wine bar on the ground floor, perfect for cocktails and sharing plates while you wait. RELATED: 10 Miami Restaurants Celebrities Actually Eat At

It’s All About Elegance At Davies And Brook

Arguably one of the most highly anticipated restaurant openings of 2019, Davies and Brook is all about elegance. The menu highlights ingredients that emanate a sense of luxury, with duck and seafood delicacies such as black cod and lobster playing starring roles. The dishes utilize British seasonal ingredients fused with international culinary traditions to create something totally unique. Davies and Brook is located in the prestigious five-star Claridge’s Hotel, something of a landmark in the heart of Mayfair. The dining room features a busy bar where patrons peruse the wine list and cocktail menu or order shared plates and all-day snacks. The ambiance is sophisticated, with the interior garnished by artwork that was specially commissioned just for the restaurant. The dinner menu boasts both warm and cold starters, mains, and a tasting menu. All the dishes value simplicity and minimalism. Here, it’s about the quality of the final product rather than the number of ingredients. RELATED: 10 Fast Food Restaurants With Great Vegan Options

Visit Daffodil Mulligan For Irish Fare

Daffodil Mulligan meat and vegetables
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Perhaps the antithesis to Davies and Brook is Daffodil Mulligan, the Irish-inspired hotspot that believes in hearty plates and a focus on protein. Many of the dishes on the menu are created with ingredients from owner Richard Corrigan’s own country estate in Ireland. Situated on Old Street, Daffodil Mulligan opened in October 2019 and has since amassed a sizeable fan-base. Reviews have praised the grilled lobster and white crab meat, though there are several other dishes on the menu that have kept patrons returning to the restaurant. Among the most popular menu items are ham knuckle and braised kale, beef tartare, sugar pit pork with roasted pineapple, and Richard’s Hereford prime sirloin. The restaurant also hosts its own 10-seater oyster bar and an extensive drinks and cocktails menu. Naturally, Guinness is a staple. RELATED: 10 Best Hidden Gem Restaurants In Toronto

Sample High-End Italian At Manteca

There’s certainly no shortage of Italian restaurants in London. Manteca has a lot of competition in the way of high-end Mediterranean establishments, but it manages to stand out from the crowd with fresh, authentic dishes that add a sense of refinement to the traditional Italian dining experience.

Half of the Great Marlborough Street restaurant is held for walk-ins, giving an idea of just how popular it is. Manteca’s specialty is mortadella so fresh that it melts and, of course, pasta. The flavors of the ox cheek ragù and crab cacio e pepe sauces will convert even carb-phobics.

Pork chops served with fennel and Tokyo turnips, and beef ribs are also on offer for carnivores, as are a range of delicious yet simple starters: think focaccia with rosemary and marinated olives.

Vegans Are Welcome At Bubala

Vegetarian spread at Bubala
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It’s easy to see why Bubala is making such waves in the London food scene. The Israeli restaurant recognizes both modern tastes and culinary traditions, fusing the two together to create a menu that features classic dishes enhanced with innovative flavors and techniques. Inspired by the cafes of Tel Aviv, Bubala features a vegetarian menu that also offers plenty of vegan options. Some of the statement dishes include the labneh served with confit garlic and za’atar, shitake and oyster mushroom skewers, halloumi with black seed honey, and the Middle Eastern classic ful medames, served with lovage pesto, yogurt, and homemade malawach. Plenty on the menu is gluten-free, including the delectable salted caramel truffles and tahini, date, and tangerine ice cream. It comes as no surprise that the name Bubala is a Yiddish word that roughly translates to “darling”. NEXT: 10 Best Chinese Restaurants In The US