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24 July 2008
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Recommended Alfresco Dining in London

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Alfresco Dining in London

Do you prefer to dine under the stars and enjoy the surroundings of a nice courtyard or garden? Then our recommended list of alfresco dining in London is all you need. For those late summer evenings or lazy afternoons, it's easy to find a picturesque location at the back of a reputable restaurant with our handy guide to alfresco dining in London. Of course, it may just be that you can't get through a meal without a ciggy. In which case, our list is invaluable.
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1 Blossom Street
The outdoor dining area of this divine Italian restaurant in Spitalfields is available throughout summer from May 1st 2008 for lunch only.
1 Blossom Street,
Spitalfields,
London,
E1 6PL
StarStarStarStarNo Star
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Aurora
(Mediterranean)
Get a quick bite to eat in the intimate courtyard garden of Aurora near Oxford Circus.
49 Lexington Street,
London,
W1F LAP
StarStarStarStarNo Star
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Bingham Restaurant
(British)
Terrace tables are available at this gorgeous Georgian townhouse overlooking the River Thames. Perfect on a summer's day, so let's hope we get one this year.
61-63 Petersham Road,
Richmond,
TW10 6UT
Black and Blue
This wonderful restaurant features a courtyard to the front of the building, with seating for 24 people.
1-2 Rochester Walk,
Borough Market,
SE1 9AF
StarStarStarNo StarNo Star
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Brinkleys
(Modern European)
A gorgeous conservatory can be located at the rear of this stylish restaurant in Chelsea.
47 Hollywood Road,
Chelsea,
London,
SW10 9HX
Bush Bar and Grill
(French, Mediterranean)
Al fresco dining is guarenteed in this swanky Shepherds Bush venue. The summer months are your best bet as there are no outdoor heaters.
45a Goldhawk Road,
Shepherds Bush,
London,
W12 8QP
StarStarStarStarNo Star
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Butlers Wharf Chop House
(British)
This is another classic option in the summer with its mesmerising view of Tower Bridge.
The Butlers Wharf Building,
36e Shad Thames,
London,
SE1 2YE
StarStarStarNo StarNo Star
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Cecconis
(Italian)
This sophisticated venue near the Royal Academy also has an area outside for a spot of al fresco dining in the summer sunshine.
5a Burlington Gardens,
Mayfair,
London,
W1S 3EP
StarStarStarStarNo Star
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The Commander
(Pacific Rim)
The refurbished Commander's brand new outdoor area is well worth a visit for a spot of outdoor dining with orders taken till until 20:00.
47 Hereford Road,
Bayswater,
London,
W2 5AH
StarStarNo StarNo StarNo Star
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Coq d'Argent
(French)
From atop of one of the more odd looking (and oddly named) buildings in the city, Coq d'Argent provides sumptuous French cuisine from a beautiful roof terrace during the summer.
No 1 Poultry ,
The City,
London,
EC2R 8EJ
StarStarStarStarStar
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Daylesford Organic
(British)
Daylesford cafe is a deliciously traditional taste of the countryside on Pimlico Road with a beautifully landscaped courtyard.
44b Pimlico Road,
Pimlico,
London,
SW1W 8LP
Fredericks
(Modern European)
One of Islington's best kept secrets, Frederick's contains a splendid conservatory which opens out onto a gorgeous garden for summer dining.
Camden Passage,
Islington,
London,
N1 8EG
StarStarStarStarNo Star
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The Garden Cafe
(Cafe)
This delightful cafe in Regents Park offers blissful surroundings from the patio area.
Inner Circle,
The Regents Park,
London,
NW1 4NU
Inn the Park
(British)
A visit to this exciting British restaurant in St James's Park offers sensational views of London from the terrace.
St Jamess Park,
London,
SW1A 2BJ
RIBA Restaurant
(Modern European)
Dine in the glorious surroundings of the RIBA's roof terrace, complete with water features.
66 Portland Place,
London,
W1B 1AD
StarStarStarStarNo Star
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The Terrace
(Modern European, Other)
Word on the street is that this secluded Holborn restaurant has a terrace. Yes, we're always first with venue news at View London.
Lincolns Inn Fields,
Holborn,
London,
WC2A 3LJ
StarStarStarNo StarNo Star
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Waterloo Brasserie
(Fusion)
Enjoy Waterloo's selection of stunning cuisine from their gorgeous summer patio.
119 Waterloo Road,
Waterloo,
London,
SE1 8UL
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