Andrew Edmunds
On any given night of the week, Andrew Edmunds on Lexington Street cultivates an intimate atmosphere, illuminating tables with the gentle glow of candlelit to invite hushed conversations and stolen glances. Constantly on lists as ‘London’s most romantic restaurant’, or even 'the best place to have an illicit affair’, it’s been captivating its diners since 1985.
It's late proprietor, the gallerist Andrew Edmunds, used to say Andrew Edmunds has played a role in the birth of more children in Soho than anybody else. This entertaining and irreverent attitude is what made this restaurant the preferred venue for long, indulgent lunches and gossipy group dinners.
The physical layout of the restaurant further amplifies its charm, featuring tightly arranged white-cloth tables and a daily menu handwritten on a chalkboard, showcasing a selection of European-inspired dishes crafted to pamper the palate. The wine list was the stuff of legend; or for the kind of oenophiles who use the word ‘claret’ unironically. In every nook and cranny, the restaurant reverberates with whispers of wit and spirited debate, offering a timeless experience that successfully marries gastronomy with an atmosphere of warm, understated pleasure.