Visit London restaurants for summer eating, enjoy gourmet dining in the sun and make the most of the good weather. From world cuisine to contemporary barbecues, there’s a world of flavour to explore in London this summer.

Babylon
Stunning views from the rooftop terrace accompany a full barbecue menu at Babylon, open for a summer of food and views in the heart of Kensington. Visitors can sample gourmet barbecue cooking in relaxed surroundings along with a drink or two from the bar in a unique alfresco dining experience.

Babylon

Lost Society
Bask in the sunshine and sip cocktails whilst listening to tunes in the secluded garden at Lost Society. Diners can enjoy outdoor summer eating under the stars and barbecues in the heat, promising a summer oasis in South London. The bar is also licensed until 2am on weekends, perfect for an extra drink before home time.

Lost Society

Ping Pong
Sample summer with a Japanese flavour this year, with a selection of lighter options. Salads, including prawn vermicelli, scallop and pumpkin seed and long beans with chilli, will leave you refreshed and ready to take the heat of the streets. There is also the chance to nibble on delicious soft shell crab, and green lipped mussels in black bean sauce. Forty fabulous dim sum are available over summer 2008 at Ping Pong.

Ping Pongs in London

Cafe Emm
A summer lunch menu at Cafe Emm includes old favourites such as bangers and mash alongside modern staples such as baguettes and Greek salads. A range of sumptuous desserts are also available in a £6.88 two course menu, serving up a treat for that sweet tooth, including apple strudel with fresh ice creams.

Cafe Emm

Cinnamon Club
Indulge in a delicious summer tasting menu at the Cinnamon Club over the hotter months. Created by executive chef Vivek Singh, teh menu contains such delights as chilled green mango and tomato soup, herb crusted breast of black leg chicken, and seared scallpos with coconut and mussel broth.

Cinnamon Club

Canal 125
Groove to the sounds of the DJ at Canal 125 whilst sampling the barbecue grill, before hitting the bar for something fresh to wash it down with. Based over three floors, visitors can explore the venue at leisure and take in riverside views during the summer.

Canal 125

1 Blossom Street
1 Blossom Street is the perfect location for summer dining, with its delightful garden and exciting, fresh menu. Spicy mussels, truffle risotto and lobster are just some of the things on the menu to tempt you. And there is always room for pudding when you can have pears poached in Barolo wine with cinnamon ice cream or lemon tart with Italian meringue.

1 Blossom Street

Bingham Restaurant
Sit out on the decking and enjoy the splendid vista of the garden at the Bingham while you dine, and your summer lunch or evening meal will be complete. Sup on the likes of roast garlic risotto, organic salmon and rump of salt marsh lamb, and you really will think you've gone to a summer themed heaven.

Bingham

Barcelona Tapas Bar y Restaurante
Enjoy a taste of Spain at the Barcelona Tapas Bar this summer, as they take you on a culinary tour of different regions of Spain. Sample the delights of Rioja between the 2nd and 14th June, and Galicia between 21st July to 1st August. Special offers on regional wines are also available with the gastronomic tour menus.

Barcelona y Tapas Restaurants in London

Inn the Park
Set right in the middle of St James's Park, Inn the Park is the perfect location for a spot of summer dining in London. With views out across the park and a menu stuffed full of scrummy British dishes, you won't want to go home after your meal is finished.

Inn the Park

The Gun
Serving up gourmet barbecue fare in authentic alfresco style, A Grelha is the outdoor restaurant and bar at The Gun, featuring a large charcoal barbecue and outdoor bar. Diners can sample southern Portuguese food and an extensive Mediterranean wine list, accompanied by beers and a range of summer drinks.

The Gun